164: I Ran a Coaching Business AND a Hedge Fund - Here’s What Happened

In this episode, I share what I've learned from simultaneously running a 7-figure coaching business and launching Tiger Rock Capital Management, my hedge fund.

I walk through my journey from working as the first outside hire at a hedge fund in 2013, to building my coaching practice in 2016, to scaling it to consistent six-figure months, and finally launching my own fund after putting up strong returns in 2023-2024.

Key lessons covered:

• Why one business is more than plenty (and when two might work)
• How the core skills of entrepreneurship transfer across completely different industries
• The critical importance of saying NO to the wrong clients
• Why you need a world-class operational partner before starting a second business
• How grit and resilience matter more than industry expertise

Whether you're thinking about starting your first business, scaling your current one, or considering a second venture, this episode breaks down the realities of what it actually takes.

P.S. Whenever you're ready, here are 2 ways I can help you:

1. Business Coaching for Coaches & Online Entrepreneurs

If you're a coach or online business owner looking to scale to consistent $25K-50K months, I can help. I've helped clients go from sporadic $5K months to reliable $40K+ through proven systems for lead generation, sales, and client delivery.

Book a call: BrendanHBurns.com/call

2. Institutional-Quality Hedge Fund Management

If you're a high-net-worth individual looking for hands-off, professional investment management, Tiger Rock Capital Management delivered 24% net returns in 2024. This isn't for DIY stock pickers, this is for people who want capital allocation handled by someone who lives and breathes markets.

Learn more: TigerRockCapitalManagement.com/call