In this powerful episode of the Freedom Nation Podcast, host Jeff Kikel sits down with Drewbie Wilson, a former street hustler turned million-dollar sales trainer. Drewbie shares his inspiring story of transformation, from growing up selling drugs to becoming a successful entrepreneur and sales coach. He talks about how personal development, learning marketing, and embracing the value of time helped him build multiple businesses, including his "Call the Damn Leads" consulting firm. Drewbie's journey is a testament to the power of perseverance, mindset shifts, and making the most of every opportunity.
Key Takeaways:
• Overcoming a Rough Start: Drewbie opens up about his difficult upbringing, raised by a single mother and surrounded by drugs and addiction. He explains how he became a product of his environment, making bad decisions to survive. However, meeting his future wife and becoming a father made him reevaluate his life, leading him to seek a better path.
• The Turning Point: A pivotal moment came when Drewbie entered sales, where he quickly learned that sales is both the easiest six-figure job and the hardest $50,000-a-year job. The mindset shift from scarcity to abundance became the key to his success, and personal development helped him unlock his full potential.
• The Value of Time: Drewbie emphasizes that time is the most valuable asset anyone has. After realizing that he was undervaluing his time, he started charging more for his services. One of his first clients even paid him more than he asked for, which opened his eyes to the importance of valuing his expertise.
• Building a Business Around Marketing: Drewbie learned the ropes of marketing through trial and error, eventually mastering Facebook ads and helping insurance agents increase their lead generation. His success in marketing led to building his "Call the Damn Leads" brand, where he helps businesses optimize their sales processes.
About the Guest:
Drewbie Wilson is living proof that impossible is just a word. He's the guy who turned life’s challenges into a launchpad for success, and now, he's on a mission to ignite that same fire in others.
As a sales juggernaut, Drewbie has generated over $13 million in sales through pure determination and grit—no gimmicks involved. He’s been in the trenches, where every call feels like a battle and every close a victory. For audiences eager to learn how to sell big (we’re talking $5,000 tickets), Drewbie delivers insights drawn from real-world experience.
A weight loss warrior, Drewbie shed over 100 pounds, proving that true transformation begins in the mind. He brings hard-earned wisdom to audiences struggling with weight loss, showing that mindset is the key to lasting change.
In addition to being a brand builder and best-selling author, Drewbie is not just focused on building businesses—he’s building legacies. His journey from personal challenges to professional triumphs offers invaluable lessons for those seeking to make an impact.
On a personal level, Drewbie has saved his marriage by redefining the value of time and setting boundaries. His raw and relatable story speaks to anyone looking to strengthen their relationships and achieve a healthier work-life balance.
Links:
https://callthedamnleads.com/
Fast Five Questions
1. If you woke up and your business was gone, you have $500, a laptop, a place to live, and food, what would you do first? "I would go on social media and ask people what their biggest problem is. Then I’d look for the most common issue and figure out how to solve it. The bigger the problem, the more people are willing to pay to have it solved."
2. What is the biggest mistake that you have made in business? "Not valuing my time enough. People often undersell themselves, but I always tell people to ask for twice what they’re asking for now."
3. What is a book that you would recommend? " Steal Like an Artist by Austin Kleon and The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho”
4. What is a tool that you use every day that you would recommend? "Your calendar should be your boss. It gives you the freedom to decide what you do and when you do it.
5. What is your definition of freedom? "Waking up and doing something that brings you fulfillment, enjoying each day, leaving an impact, and not having to stress about whether you have the resources to provide."
About Jeff:
Jeff spent the early part of his career working for others. Jeff had started 5 businesses that failed before he had his first success. Since that time he has learned the principles of a successful business and has been able to build and grow multiple seven-figure businesses. Jeff lives in the Austin area and is actively working in his community and supporting the growth of small businesses. He is a board member of the Incubator.Edu program at Vista Ridge High School and is on the board of directors of the Leander Educational Excellence Foundation
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffkikel/
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