What if the secret to building a thriving business wasn’t more hustle, but alignment?

In this episode of BUILD, Stephen Scoggins sits down with JM Ryerson, entrepreneur, bestselling author of Let's Go Win, and peak performance coach, for a raw, powerful conversation about building a meaningful life from the inside out. JM shares how he sold 3 companies, faced near-divorce, lost his father to suicide, and completely reinvented himself by finally getting aligned with who he really is.

If you’re tired of building success that doesn’t feel successful… this episode is your wake-up call.

Topics we cover:

- Why hustle culture is broken (and what to do instead)

- How to make decisions that are always in alignment

- Healing your body to unlock your mind

- Spirituality, stillness, and connecting to your higher self

- How to rebuild your life after loss, pain, or burnout

- The truth about vulnerability, masculinity, and redemption

Connect with JM Ryerson:
Website: https://letsgowin.com
Instagram: @letsgowin365
Podcast: Let’s Go Win Podcast

Why are you so tired all the time even when you think you’re doing everything right? Dr. Amy Shah, bestselling author of I'm So Effing Tired, joins Stephen Scoggins on BUILD to break down the real root causes of modern fatigue, burnout, and hormonal imbalance—especially for high-achievers and women.

In this powerful episode, Amy reveals how our brains are being hijacked by food companies, why burnout is wired into the way society functions, and how you can reprogram your body using circadian fasting, sunlight exposure, gut health, and better boundaries. Whether you’re chasing peak performance or trying to reclaim your energy, this is a must-watch.

Grab Amy’s Book: https://www.imsoeffingtired.com
Learn More: https://www.amymdwellness.com

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In this brutally honest conversation, serial entrepreneurs Mike & Kass Lazerow join Stephen Scoggins to break down what it really takes to build, scale, and survive business, emotionally, mentally, and financially.

From selling Golf.com and Buddy Media for millions to raising $100M+ in venture capital and still fearing failure, Mike and Kass reveal the hidden costs of success, the role emotional control plays in leadership, and why most founders crash because they ignore one thing: themselves.

You’ll learn:

- The mindset shifts that helped them go from bankruptcy to billion-dollar exits

- How to scale without blowing up your team or culture

- What makes co-founder and couple dynamics actually work

- Why gossip kills companies faster than bad cash flow

- How to stay grounded when success comes fast

Get Their Book: Shoveling $h!t: A Love Story
https://kassandmike.com/the-book

Learn more about Kass and Mike → https://kassandmike.com/

I'm joined by Greg Reid, bestselling author of Three Feet From Gold and creator of the Secret Knock. He shares his hard-earned truths about success, mentorship, legacy, and why passion alone won't make you rich.

In this raw and real conversation, Greg unpacks how he built a global brand despite being dyslexic and why the most successful people don't chase their passions first. Instead, they seize opportunity, surround themselves with winners, and take relentless action.

What You'll Learn:

Why the "follow your passion" advice is keeping you broke

The surprising truth about legacy and impact

How to find the right mentors (and avoid the fake ones)

Why action matters more than intention

The real story behind Secret Knock and why it's invite-only

This is one of the most honest, practical, and eye-opening conversations on entrepreneurship and personal growth you'll hear this year.
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Resources Mentioned:

Greg Reid on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gregsreed

Apply for Secret Knock: https://www.secret.co

8 Figure Mindset Makeover (FREE): https://www.stephenscoggins.com/8figure

In this episode of BUILD, I'm with Ramsey Solutions speaker and bestselling author George Kamel about the real reason people stay broke and how to escape it for good. George shares how he went from $40,000 in debt to millionaire status in under a decade, all while avoiding debt and skipping the credit card games.

What you’ll learn:

- Why personal finance is mostly behavior, not knowledge

- The hidden traps behind credit cards and reward points

- Why whole life insurance and infinite banking are not smart investments

- How fear, greed, and pride sabotage wealth

- The power of building your life and business with cash

- How different generations are falling into different money traps

- Why financial freedom starts with habits, not hacks

If you're tired of feeling behind with money and want a proven plan that works, this episode is your reset.

What does it really mean to be a man today?

Victor Marx is a former Marine, trauma survivor, and global humanitarian with a mission to restore men, rescue the abused, and confront evil head-on. In this raw, powerful conversation, Victor and Stephen tackle:

- Why men sabotage their own success

- The real root of "toxic masculinity"

- How trauma, abuse, and fatherlessness distort identity

- Why moral masculinity matters more than ever

- His near-death ambush

- Rescuing children from trafficking in Southeast Asia

- How to lead spiritually, physically, and emotionally as a man

- What God really thinks about you

This is more than a podcast. It’s a wake-up call for men. Whether you're rebuilding your life, struggling to lead your family, or seeking your purpose, this episode will push you to look deeper.

Get Victor's book: The Dangerous Gentleman
Learn more about Victor’s work: https://victormarx.com

If you're a man searching for meaning, battling with your past, or trying to live with integrity in a world that rewards compromise, this is your episode.

Most people never reach their potential because they don’t know where to start. In this episode, Stephen Scoggins talks with Entrepreneurs on Fire host John Lee Dumas about the proven roadmap to build a life of true freedom, fulfillment, and purpose.

JLD has interviewed over 3,000 of the world’s top performers. From that, he’s created a simple 17-step blueprint to help anyone find their big idea, overcome fear, and take meaningful action.

In this conversation:

- How to discover your big idea

- Why most people choose the wrong mentors

- The role of fear and how to rise above it

- What stops people right before the breakthrough

- How to build a life you don’t need a vacation from

If you’re tired of feeling stuck and ready to build something that matters, this episode will give you the clarity and tools to begin.

Connect with JLD:
Book: UncommonSuccessBook.com
Podcast: Entrepreneurs on Fire
Instagram: @johnleedumas

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Erwin McManus has built movements, written bestsellers, and impacted millions, but what really sets him apart is his ability to cut through the noise and challenge how we think. In this episode of BUILD, Stephen Scoggins sits down with Erwin to unpack the core lessons from his book Mind Shift, diving into why talent is overrated, why success can stunt your growth, and why forgiveness isn’t optional if you want real freedom.

They explore:

- The hidden danger of rapid success

- Why most people self-sabotage despite immense potential

- How to build a team without destroying your soul

- What it takes to lead with humility and still win

- The painful truth about outgrowing relationships

And the trap of image management that leaves even the most “successful” people completely alone

If you're tired of chasing empty wins and want to become someone who actually matters to your family, your business, and your future, this episode is your wake-up call.