25-Year-Old Built a Billion-Dollar Company — Here's Why 99% Fail

Avi Hiaeve, CEO of Avi & Co., shares how he’s building a legacy and the mindset behind his success.

In this episode of Tom Talks Success, I sit down with Avi Hayev, CEO of Avi & Co., to talk about how he’s building a legacy, the mindset behind his success, and what it really takes to win in business and in life. Avi shares his journey, the lessons he’s learned along the way, and the habits that helped him grow his brand in one of the most competitive industries. We get real about discipline, long-term thinking, leadership, and why mindset is everything if you want to create something that lasts. If you’re an entrepreneur, business owner, or someone who wants more out of life, this episode is for you. 👇 In this episode, we cover: • How Avi built Avi & Co. • What “building a legacy” really means • The mindset behind long-term success • Daily habits of high performers • Lessons from wins, losses, and growth • Advice for young entrepreneurs YouTube Chapters 00:00 - Intro: Who is Avi Hiaeve? 01:33 - Why money isn't the main motivation 03:05 - Immigrating at 14 & working since age 8 04:26 - Opening the first jewelry store at 16 years old 04:57 - Getting robbed at gunpoint & trusting God 07:44 - How to attract top celebrity clients (No shortcuts) 11:09 - "My word is my currency": Building an unbreakable reputation 13:25 - Stop comparing yourself: "I don't have competition" 17:26 - The Drake Story: How manifestation actually works 19:31 - Buying the $26M 5th Ave Building & Netflix fame 22:00 - The dark side of success: Losing everything in one day 26:22 - How Tom got Avi on the podcast (Persistence pays off) 31:00 - Why giving back is the biggest secret to growth 41:01 - Parenting: Raising humble kids with a wealthy mindset 43:51 - Best Life Advice: "Don't be right, be smart" 48:51 - Conclusion ⸻ 💬 Let’s connect: Like the video, subscribe to the channel, comment your biggest takeaway, and share this episode with someone who needs to hear it. ___ 🎙 Be on the podcast: If you have a powerful story and want to be a guest on Tom Talks Success, email me at tomgrobman@gmail.com / Comment " Podcast " — my team will get back to you.

How to Scale an Ecom Brand to Millions | Aaron Spivak

How to scale an ecom brand to millions — real steps from Aaron Spivak (Hush Blankets). We break down what to focus on, what to ignore, how to scale fast, and how to build a brand that can actually sell. In this episode of Tom Talks Success, Aaron shares the real behind-the-scenes playbook: how he grew Hush Blankets from zero into a multi-million dollar e-commerce brand, what moves mattered most, the mistakes that almost cost him, and what it really takes to scale and exit. If you’re building a Shopify brand, running ads, trying to grow revenue, or you’re stuck and need a real roadmap — this episode is for you. ✅ What you’ll learn: • The first steps to scaling an ecom brand from scratch • What actually drives growth (and what’s a waste of time) • Hiring, systems, and how to stop doing everything yourself • How to think about profitability while scaling • The real truth about selling a company / exits If you enjoyed this episode: 👍 Like the video ✅ Subscribe to the channel 💬 Comment where I should go next + who I should interview next Want to be on the podcast? If you have a powerful story and want to be featured on my podcast, email me at tomgrobman@gmail.com and my team will get back to you. ⸻ Chapters: 00:00 - Intro: Who is Aaron Spivak? 00:51 - The "Why": Hustling to support his family 04:13 - How to compete with the best (Grit vs. Talent) 08:03 - Your Network is Your Net Worth: Why circles matter 13:29 - The $48 Million Exit Story 16:27 - The Dark Side of Selling Your Company ("Selling Your Dog") 21:15 - Post-Exit Depression & Finding Identity 24:24 - Sibling Rivalry & Family Survival Mode 29:46 - Origin Story: From juice bar to weighted blankets 34:40 - The Reality of Sacrifice: Shipping boxes at 3 AM 39:34 - What is The Founders Club? 42:16 - The "Cool Guy" in the Room: Redefining the Modern Entrepreneur 43:49 - What if you lost it all today? 45:07 - Conclusion

She Arrived with Nothing—Now She's a Millionaire Investor- Diana Grobman

In this very special episode of Tom Talks Success, I sat down with the woman who made everything possible for me — my mom. ___ From growing up with almost nothing to becoming a successful real estate investor and building a multi-million dollar life for our family, her journey is nothing short of inspiring. We talked about her struggles as an immigrant, how she overcame insane challenges, what drove her, and the mindset that made her unstoppable. This is not just a success story — this is real life. If you ever needed proof that anything is possible, this episode is it. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and drop a comment if her story moved you. 💬 Want to share your story or be a guest? DM me on Instagram @tomgrobman or email tomgrobman@gmail.com — I reply to everyone. Comment where I should go next or who I should interview. ___ Chapters (Timestamps) 00:00 - Intro: Introducing Diana Grobman 01:24 - Moving from Ukraine to Israel with nothing 03:06 - Surviving boarding school and making lifelong friends 05:01 - Experience in the Israeli Army 06:48 - Where Diana gets her energy and happiness 07:56 - Getting married at 20 & the secret to 30 years together 11:46 - Parenting Philosophy: Why trust is better than punishment 14:39 - Being a friend to your kids (The "Safe Place" Strategy) 19:59 - Financial Education: Teaching kids to invest early 22:58 - Sacrificing for a career: Leaving her newborn to take exams 26:58 - The importance of grandparents and family unity 31:31 - Marriage advice: Travel and prioritizing the couple 33:53 - Leaving a safe banking career to be her own boss 35:06 - Winning the Green Card & moving to the USA 38:34 - The harsh reality of starting over in a new country 43:31 - The mindset for success: Never give up 46:42 - Reinventing yourself and finding happiness 49:25 - Conclusion ___ Make Sure to follow my Mom On Social Media @ Diana Grobman

25-Year-Old Built a Billion-Dollar Company — Here's Why 99% Fail

In this powerful episode, I sit down with Yash Daftary, a 25-year-old entrepreneur who’s building what could become a billion-dollar company. We dive deep into his mindset, how he’s building real fan bases, the challenges he’s facing in the space, and why most people never make it. If you’re an aspiring entrepreneur or content creator, this episode will give you raw insight into what it really takes to build something great from the ground up. --- 💬 Let us know in the comments — where should we film the next episode? 👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more episodes with top entrepreneurs and creators. 🎙️ Want to be featured or sponsor the show? DM me on Instagram @tomgrobman or email tomgrobman@gmail.com. --- Chapters: 0:00 – Intro to Yash 1:15 – How His Company Started 4:30 – Biggest Challenge in His Industry 8:10 – Why Most People Fail 11:45 – Building Fan Bases from Scratch 16:00 – His Mindset at Just 25 20:45 – What’s Coming Next 25:00 – Final Words of Advice

He Made $40M Online by 25 Without a Degree - William Rivera

In this episode of Tom Talks Success, I sat down with William Rivera, a 25-year-old e-commerce mogul who went from broke, no degree, and barely speaking English — to building a $40M+ empire online. We broke down his entire journey: how he started, what challenges he faced, the mindset shifts that helped him win, and how YOU can take action today. This is one of the most motivating and real conversations I’ve ever had — and it’s packed with value for any young hustler or entrepreneur out there. 🎯 Whether you’re just starting out, thinking about dropping out, or looking for your next breakthrough — this episode will show you what’s actually possible with focus and consistency. ___ Chapters: 00:00 – Intro: Who is William Rivera? 01:42 – From Broke to $40M 04:15 – Dropping Out of School & Early Hustles 07:50 – First Win in E-Commerce 11:30 – Building His Online Empire 14:20 – Struggles, Doubts & Failing Forward 18:00 – Mindset That Made Him Millions 22:10 – How He Uses Social Media to Grow 26:45 – Advice to Anyone Starting from Zero 30:20 – What’s Next for William Rivera? 33:00 – Final Words: Motivation for the Underdog ___ 🗣️ Got a powerful story to share? DM me on Instagram @tomgrobman or email me at tomgrobman@gmail.com – I personally respond. 📩 Want the link? — Comment “podcast” and I’ll DM you the episode. — 💬 Comment below who I should interview next 👍 Don’t forget to like, comment, subscribe, and share this episode with someone who needs it.