The BizDad Podcast

Jay London: Time Beats Paychecks | Ep. 136

In this episode of The BizDad Podcast, Jay London, a commercial developer and custom homebuilder, shares lessons from growing up on a farm, going broke twice, and rebuilding through real estate. He explains why diversifying income matters, why chores build character, and why time with kids beats chasing paychecks. Learn how to pursue wealth without losing your family. Listen now on all major platforms!Free up your time with top remote talent. Book your free strategy call now: getwisevas.com/adam Meet the guest: Jay London is a commercial developer, self-storage owner, custom homebuilder, and licensed real estate broker in the Oklahoma City metro area. After starting law enforcement, Jay built a long career in residential and commercial development, including multifamily, industrial, and self-storage projects. His work emphasizes disciplined execution, long term assets, and family leadership.📌 Connect with the guest: 👉 LinkedIn What you'll learn:(00:00) Introduction (09:21) Market mindset (10:11) Build to hold (14:47) Trade careers (32:28) Responsibility lessons (39:09) Time over money (01:04:15) Closing thoughts🔥 Subscribe to The BizDad Podcast for more episodes! 👍 Like, comment, and share if you enjoyed this episode! 🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite platform! #BizDadPodcast #Entrepreneurship #SmallBusiness #BusinessAcquisition #JamesRichardson #WorkLifeBalance #Fatherhood #ScalingBusinesses #Investing✅ Important Links to Follow 👉Facebook (The BizDad Podcast): / thebizdad 👉Facebook (Adam La Barr): / adam.antium.92 👉Instagram: / adamlabarr 👉Linkedin: / adam-la-barr 📩 For Business Inquiries: adam@ralcapitalgroup.com

Aaron West: The Hidden Cost of Protecting Your Kids | Ep. 135

In this episode of The BizDad Podcast, Aaron West, founder of The West Experience Real Estate Group in California’s Central Valley, shares lessons on leadership, marriage, fatherhood, and business growth. He explains how communication, self-awareness, and intentional goal setting shaped his success as a husband, dad, and entrepreneur. Aaron also discusses limiting beliefs, resilience, and philanthropy as keys to lasting impact. Listen now on all major platforms.Free up your time with top remote talent. Book your free strategy call now: getwisevas.com/adam Meet the guest: Aaron West is the founder and team leader of The West Experience Real Estate Group in California’s Central Valley. With nearly 20 years of experience, he specializes in leadership development, delegation systems, and intentional goal setting that support success in business and family life. Aaron is passionate about helping entrepreneurs grow while staying present at home.📌 Connect with the guest: 👉 Website 👉 Facebook 👉 Instagram 👉 LinkedIn 👉 E-mail: aaron.thewestexperience.com What you'll learn:(00:00) Introduction (03:01) Marriage intention (17:49) Communication feedback (22:19) Parenting shift (33:41) Let them fail (38:08) Modern parenting fears (01:25:03) Closing thoughts🔥 Subscribe to The BizDad Podcast for more episodes! 👍 Like, comment, and share if you enjoyed this episode! 🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite platform! #BizDadPodcast #Entrepreneurship #SmallBusiness #BusinessAcquisition #JamesRichardson #WorkLifeBalance #Fatherhood #ScalingBusinesses #Investing✅ Important Links to Follow 👉Facebook (The BizDad Podcast): / thebizdad 👉Facebook (Adam La Barr): / adam.antium.92 👉Instagram: / adamlabarr 👉Linkedin: / adam-la-barr 📩 For Business Inquiries: adam@ralcapitalgroup.com

Darren Shearer: Raising Builders, Not Bystanders | Ep. 134

In this episode of The BizDad Podcast, Darren Shearer, Founder and CEO of High Bridge Books, shares how faith, fatherhood, and entrepreneurship intersect in everyday life. From leading a Christian publishing company to discipling his three sons at home, he explains stewardship, purpose, and raising boys with strong values. Learn practical ways to lead your family and business with eternal impact. Listen now on all major platforms!Free up your time with top remote talent. Book your free strategy call now: getwisevas.com/adam Meet the guest: Darren Shearer is the Founder and CEO of High Bridge Books and Founder of the Theology of Business Institute. A former U.S. Air Force logistics officer, he now helps Christian thought leaders publish impactful books while equipping believers to live out their faith in the marketplace. His work focuses on stewardship, leadership, and discipleship in business and family life.📌 Connect with the guest: 👉 Christian Business Leader 👉 High Bridge Books 👉 High Bridge Media 👉 LinkedIn What you'll learn:(00:00) Introduction (11:34) Faith driven fatherhood (26:16) Five life responsibilities (44:27) Christian publishing mission (54:32) Discipling sons at work (58:59) Faith in business (01:08:41) Closing thoughts🔥 Subscribe to The BizDad Podcast for more episodes! 👍 Like, comment, and share if you enjoyed this episode! 🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite platform! #BizDadPodcast #Entrepreneurship #SmallBusiness #BusinessAcquisition #JamesRichardson #WorkLifeBalance #Fatherhood #ScalingBusinesses #Investing✅ Important Links to Follow 👉Facebook (The BizDad Podcast): / thebizdad 👉Facebook (Adam La Barr): / adam.antium.92 👉Instagram: / adamlabarr 👉Linkedin: / adam-la-barr 📩 For Business Inquiries: adam@ralcapitalgroup.com

Chris Merz: Building Wealth Without Absence | Ep. 133

In this episode of The BizDad Podcast, Chris Merz, a real estate investor, shares how entrepreneurship, intentional fatherhood, and real estate investing intersect. He explains building investor focused niches, balancing family with business growth, and learning leadership through marriage and parenting. Chris also discusses values driven decision-making, long-term wealth strategies, and raising children with purpose. Learn practical insight for fathers in building businesses and families. Listen now on all major platforms!Free up your time with top remote talent. Book your free strategy call now: getwisevas.com/adam Meet the guest: Chris Merz is a real estate investor, Realtor, and entrepreneur based in the Pacific Northwest. He operates residential real estate and Rama Capital, an investment firm focused on small multifamily properties. As a father of two, Chris prioritizes building systems that support both business growth and family presence.📌 Connect with the guest: 👉 Instagram: @chrismerzre 👉 Facebook: Chris Merz 👉 YouTube: @chrismerzre What you'll learn:(00:00) Introduction (03:27) Real estate niche (06:58) Family upbringing (17:14) Marriage leadership (21:01) Couples coaching (37:52) Fatherhood presence (01:10:36) Closing thoughts🔥 Subscribe to The BizDad Podcast for more episodes! 👍 Like, comment, and share if you enjoyed this episode! 🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite platform! #BizDadPodcast #Entrepreneurship #SmallBusiness #BusinessAcquisition #JamesRichardson #WorkLifeBalance #Fatherhood #ScalingBusinesses #Investing✅ Important Links to Follow 👉Facebook (The BizDad Podcast): / thebizdad 👉Facebook (Adam La Barr): / adam.antium.92 👉Instagram: / adamlabarr 👉Linkedin: / adam-la-barr 📩 For Business Inquiries: adam@ralcapitalgroup.com

Jeremy Dyer: Faith And Passive Wealth | Ep. 132

In this episode of The BizDad Podcast, Jeremy Dyer, Founder and Managing Partner of Starting Point Capital and VP of Capital Formation at Rise48 Equity, shares how passive real estate investing helped him shift from career success to intentional family leadership. He explains moving from active investing to multifamily syndications, teaching entrepreneurship to children, and building generational wealth with purpose. Learn practical insights for fathers seeking financial independence and impact. Listen now on all major platforms!Free up your time with top remote talent. Book your free strategy call now: getwisevas.com/adam Meet the guest: Jeremy Dyer is the Founder and Managing Partner of Starting Point Capital and VP of Capital Formation at Rise48 Equity. With experience as both an active and passive real estate investor, he holds passive equity across thousands of multifamily units nationwide. Jeremy focuses on educating families about passive investing, impact driven wealth, and long-term financial freedom.📌 Connect with the guest: 👉 Website 👉 LinkedIn 👉 E-mail: jeremy@rise48equity.com What you'll learn:(00:00) Introduction (06:25) Redefining success (13:30) Educating investors (25:10) Adoption journey (34:29) Marriage intentionality (43:02) Teaching entrepreneurship (01:28:42) Closing thoughts🔥 Subscribe to The BizDad Podcast for more episodes! 👍 Like, comment, and share if you enjoyed this episode! 🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite platform! #BizDadPodcast #Entrepreneurship #SmallBusiness #BusinessAcquisition #JamesRichardson #WorkLifeBalance #Fatherhood #ScalingBusinesses #Investing✅ Important Links to Follow 👉Facebook (The BizDad Podcast): / thebizdad 👉Facebook (Adam La Barr): / adam.antium.92 👉Instagram: / adamlabarr 👉Linkedin: / adam-la-barr 📩 For Business Inquiries: adam@ralcapitalgroup.com