506 - The Real Reason You’re Still Broke: Stop Listening to the Wrong People

This week on the Secret to Success Podcast, the guys go deep on why most people stay stuck financially and personally. From Cracker Barrel’s branding mistakes to the truth about passive income, standards, and self-sabotage—this episode will challenge you to stop listening to the wrong voices and finally become the right person. 🚨 Topics covered: - Why Cracker Barrel got punked and what it teaches us about chasing approval. - “One Property Away”: how to shift from active to true passive income. - The real age standards for being called Big Bro, Unk, OG, and Pops. - Why information without execution will keep you broke. - The danger of participation trophies in jobs, schools, and life. 💡 Don’t just chase checks—learn how to build a system that frees you to do what you love with the people you love. 👉 Join us LIVE at Anchored Conference — September 20th in Atlanta, GA 🎟️ Get your tickets now: https://www.youoweyou365.com/liveevent 👉 Subscribe now for weekly conversations on business, mindset, real estate, and success: @S2SPodcastChannel 🎧 Listen to the full podcast here: s2spodcast.com 📲 Follow us on IG: @s2spodcast 🎙️ Support on Patreon for exclusive content: Patreon.com/S2SPodcast120

If you’re not intentional with money, marriage, or business, you’ll accidentally end up broke. 💥 In this episode of the Secret to Success Podcast, the guys break down the 70/30 rule and why discipline beats feelings every time. They show how anchors—non-negotiable principles—keep you from drifting into bad deals, broken marriages, or wasted years. 👉 Why the 70/30 rule protects your finances 👉 How to choose anchors that prevent drifting 👉 Why emotions kill wealth, but discipline builds it This conversation is raw, practical, and guaranteed to make you re-evaluate your habits. Don’t drift. Lock in your anchors. 👉 Join us LIVE at Anchored Conference — September 20th in Atlanta, GA 🎟️ Get your tickets now: https://www.youoweyou365.com/liveevent ✦ Subscribe for weekly episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@S2SPodcastChannel?sub_confirmation=1 ✦ Follow us on Instagram: @s2spodcast ✦ Join our Patreon family for exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/c/S2SPodcast120

F* the Anchor. Yeah, we said it. But it’s not what you think. In this episode of the Secret to Success Podcast, ET, CJ, Karl, and Jemal break down why so many people are drifting in life—financially, relationally, and spiritually—because they don’t have anchors holding them steady. The guys talk about: Why margin for error matters in your money, marriage, and health How real estate formulas apply to every area of life Lessons from Little League World Series to building legacy The difference between drifting and being anchored It’s one of the most raw and practical conversations yet—funny, unfiltered, and guaranteed to challenge how you think about success. 👉 Join us LIVE at Anchored Conference — September 20th in Atlanta, GA 🎟️ Get your tickets now: https://www.youoweyou365.com/liveevent ✦ Subscribe for weekly episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@S2SPodcastChannel?sub_confirmation=1 ✦ Follow us on Instagram: @s2spodcast ✦ Join our Patreon family for exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/c/S2SPodcast120

You keep praying for a better life — more money, a better marriage, peace of mind — but nothing changes. Why? Because prayer won’t fix stupid habits. You can pray all day, but if you’re still eating like trash, still blaming everybody else, still out of order… don’t expect different results. In this episode, CJ, ET, and Pastor TJ break down why your sequence matters more than your intentions — and why God’s blessings aren’t missing, you’re just out of alignment. 👊 What you’ll get from this episode: The painful truth about why prayer without work fails How being “out of order” destroys success in every area The cheat code of sequence — and how to reset it Why accountability beats excuses every time ✅ Take action: 📺 Watch every episode + BTS → Subscribe on YouTube 💬 Join the fam → Patreon 📲 Follow IG → @s2spodcast

You think staying quiet is keeping the peace — but it’s killing your marriage, your friendships, and your opportunities. In this raw conversation from the S2S Podcast, the guys get brutally honest about the damage caused by holding things in for years, avoiding hard conversations, and expecting others to “just know” how you feel. Learn why unspoken frustrations become resentment, how your silence might be teaching your kids unhealthy patterns, and why the same energy you use to make excuses could have already fixed the problem. From marriage lessons to personal breakthroughs, this episode is a wake-up call to speak up, take responsibility, and stop self-sabotaging the relationships that matter most. 🔥 Like this video? Don’t forget to subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode. 🎧 Listen to the S2S Podcast: https://www.s2spodcast.com 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @s2spodcast | https://www.instagram.com/s2spodcast 📺 Watch more on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@S2SPodcastChannel?sub_confirmation=1 💡 Join our Patreon community for exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/c/S2SPodcast120

Why do people cut you off even after years of loyalty? In this episode of the Secret to Success Podcast, ET, CJ, Karl, and Jamal break down a truth most people don’t want to face: being loyal isn’t enough if you’re no longer an asset. From Dede’s emotional revelation about feeling unprotected, to the raw talk about marriages, business partnerships, and friendships—this episode will challenge how you see your own relationships and the value you bring. 🎯 In this episode, you’ll learn: Why loyalty without value leads to being replaced How to stay indispensable in your relationships and work The power of communication to save what matters When to step up and when to let go 👉 Watch until the end—the conversation gets REAL. 🎥 Subscribe & Turn On Notifications: YouTube.com/S2SPodcastChannel 🔑 Get exclusive content & live access: Patreon.com/c/S2SPodcast120 📲 Follow on Instagram: @s2spodcast 🌐 More episodes: s2spodcast.com

🔥 500 EPISODES! 🔥 Join Eric Thomas (ET), CJ, Karl, and Jemal for a LIVE celebration of 500 episodes of the Secret to Success Podcast! This isn’t just another episode – it’s a moment in history. Expect laughs, surprises, special guests and the raw motivation that’s kept us going for nearly a decade. 🚨 What to Expect: Behind-the-scenes stories we’ve NEVER shared before LIVE Q&A with the S2S crew Special shoutouts to our day-ones and Patreon family Big announcements you don’t want to miss! 💥 Whether you’ve been rocking with us since episode 1 or just joined the movement, this is YOUR party too. Pull up live, bring your energy, and let’s celebrate what happens when you refuse to quit! 👊 Want EXCLUSIVE access, BTS content & to join the next live recording? 👉 Become part of the family at patreon.com/S2SPodcast120 📌 Follow us for more motivation: IG: @s2spodcast YT: S2S Podcast Website: s2spodcast.com 🎯 Comment below: What’s been YOUR favorite S2S moment over the past 500 episodes?

In this episode of the Secret to Success Podcast, the guys go all in on the mindset shift required to break out of survival mode. They challenge the traditional W2 mentality and expose why playing defense in life keeps you stuck. If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing everything right but still not getting ahead—this episode is for you. Topics Discussed: Why the W2 mindset is keeping you broke How real wealth starts with real exposure The power of playing offense in your life How Jamal's early moves set up generational wealth Why people criticize your grind but ask to eat from it What it really means to be a value-add in your circle And why you can’t save your family with a small mindset 🎯 Want to learn how to build legacy wealth? 👉 MakeRealEstateRealCourse.com 🎧 Love the pod? Join the movement. Unlock exclusive episodes, behind-the-scenes content, and monthly live recordings with the squad on Patreon: 👉 patreon.com/S2SPodcast120 🎥 Watch full episodes on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@S2SPodcastChannel 🗣️ Subscribe & leave a review on Apple Podcasts — it helps more people get exposed to the message!

You’ve got more access to information than any generation in history — so why are most people still stuck? In this powerful episode, the guys break down the real reason proximity to greatness doesn’t automatically lead to results: you’re learning the moves but not adopting the mindset. From million-dollar real estate lessons to spiritual growth, relationships, and health — this one covers what it really takes to win in life. 🎯 What we cover: Why you can sit front row and still miss the lesson The mindset difference between students and success stories Why copying your mentor’s steps without their beliefs won’t work How Jamal’s commitment to the process paid off during a crisis A real-life $10M airline lawsuit and what it teaches about emotional maturity Whether you’re in the room, on the Zoom, or soaking up every podcast — this episode is your wake-up call to stop watching and start thinking different. 📺 Watch the full video episode on YouTube: YouTube.com/@S2SPodcastChannel 🎙️ Join the S2S Patreon fam for exclusive content: Patreon.com/S2SPodcast120 📸 Follow us on Instagram: @s2spodcast

Dede is back — and she’s not holding back. In one of the rawest episodes we’ve ever recorded, Dede and Candis join CJ and Eric for an unfiltered conversation about walls, wounds, and the real reason trust is so hard to build — especially in marriage and sisterhood. Whether you're dating, married, or simply trying to grow in emotional maturity, this episode is your mirror. From communication breakdowns to spiritual breakthroughs, you'll hear real strategies, vulnerable confessions, and a challenge to finally tear down the bricks we’ve all built. 🧱 The Brick = Insecurity 🌉 The Bridge = Maturity Who’s willing to build? 💔 Topics We Dive Into: Why women shut down emotionally How men can become a safe place What sisterhood really requires How to tear down emotional bricks Why most people never feel fully seen or heard 🎥 Want to watch the episode and see the emotion in real time? Check it out on YouTube: youtube.com/@S2SPodcastChannel 💍 Ready to grow with other thriving couples? Apply now at foreverforwardmarriage.com 🎧 Unlock bonus episodes and behind-the-scenes moments at ⁠patreon.com/S2SPodcast120 🙌 Don’t forget to follow, rate, and share this episode with someone who needs it.