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Making Of A DM

Making Of A DM

Di: Mark Evans
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  • EP 217: The Real Flex Isn't Money -- It's Having Options

    EP 217: The Real Flex Isn't Money -- It's Having Options
    Jul 22 2026
    In this episode, I'm challenging one of the biggest lies entrepreneurs have been sold: That success is measured by how hard you hustle. After spending a week in the Hamptons surrounded by highly successful entrepreneurs and multi-generational wealth, I noticed something that completely shifted my perspective. The people with the most freedom weren't trying to impress anyone. They weren't flashing expensive watches or driving exotic cars everywhere they went. They were investing in their health, spending time with their families, protecting their privacy, and living life on their own terms. That's when it hit me... The real flex isn't money. It's having options. In this episode, I share the biggest lessons I took away from that trip, why hustle eventually has an expiration date, and how to stop chasing things you think you want so you can start building the life you actually want. I also walk you through a simple exercise that will help you gain clarity on your priorities and start making decisions that align with your future instead of your distractions. If you've been grinding for years but still feel like something is missing, this episode is for you. Show highlights include: Why the wealthiest entrepreneurs are shifting from hustle culture to health culture [07:30]The surprising lesson I learned after spending a week in the Hamptons [04:44]Why the ultimate status symbol isn't luxury—it's optionality [16:13]How your health produces the highest ROI you'll ever receive [09:06]The hidden cost of distractions and shiny object syndrome [19:30]The simple framework I use to discover what I truly want out of life [21:28]Why defining your "perfect day" creates better business decisions [23:51]How understanding the season of life you're in changes everything [31:00]Why networking isn't enough—and why community is the real competitive advantage [37:15]The parenting moment that reminded me what real success actually looks like [44:31] I also explain why so many entrepreneurs keep chasing bigger businesses, bigger houses, and bigger paychecks... Only to discover they still don't have the life they actually wanted. Because the goal was never more stuff. The goal was always more freedom. More choices. More time with the people who matter most. You don't need another trophy. You don't need another watch. You don't need another title. What you really want is control over your life. To wake up without an alarm. To be at your kid's horseback riding lesson on a Tuesday afternoon. To take your family on a trip without asking permission. To say "no" because you want to—not because you have to. That's the game. Build a business that creates options. Build your health so you can enjoy them. Build a life that makes all the hard work worth it. Welcome to The Making of a DM Podcast, where real estate, entrepreneurship, and deal making collide. Hosted by Mark Evans DM — the "DM" stands for Deal Maker — a 12X bestselling author, serial entrepreneur, and family man, this podcast offers you a front-row seat to the strategies and mindset that help entrepreneurs scale their businesses for maximum profitability and freedom. Mark's journey began in the blue-collar world, running a gutter business before transitioning into real estate, where he flipped over 5,000 deals. Now, as the owner of multiple successful businesses, Mark shares the lessons he's learned along the way to financial independence. Whether you're flipping properties, building business empires, or seeking ways to stop trading time for money, this podcast will show you how to level up your business and your life. Check out these resources: Who Is Mark Evans DM?: Learn MoreFollow Mark on Instagram: @markevansdmGrab Mark's book, Magician Vs. Mule: Get Your CopyWant to be part of the Deal Maker Alliance? Join NowFree "Perfect Life" Exercise: Download Here
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    47 min
  • EP 216: Why Being the "Black Sheep" is Your Biggest Entrepreneurial Advantage

    EP 216: Why Being the "Black Sheep" is Your Biggest Entrepreneurial Advantage
    Jul 9 2026
    In this episode, I'm sharing why being the black sheep in your family, your business, or your circle of friends might be the greatest advantage you'll ever have. After spending the Fourth of July with my family, I found myself reflecting on something I know so many entrepreneurs experience: feeling like you're living on a completely different planet than the people around you. It's not because you're better than them. It's because you want a different life. While so many conversations revolve around gossip, drama, and the past, I want to talk about the future. Business. Growth. Health. Investments. Family. Creating opportunities. Building something that outlives me. In this episode, I explain why protecting your mindset is one of the most important things you'll ever do, why taking advice from people who haven't built the life you want is dangerous, and why finding the right room can completely change the trajectory of your future. If you've ever felt like you don't quite fit in… this episode is for you. Show highlights include: Why feeling like the black sheep is actually a sign you're growing [04:42]The simple filter I use before taking advice from anyone [08:42]Why proximity is power—but can also be your biggest liability [12:16]How average conversations quietly create average lives [03:30]The real cost of surrounding yourself with people who don't share your vision [14:31]Why you need to protect your mindset from other people's limitations [14:31]The difference between family you're born into and the community you intentionally build [16:13]Why entrepreneurs need a room where they can be completely authentic [23:42]How the right relationships compound your growth faster than anything else [26:44]Why success isn't just about making more money—it's about becoming a better person [21:56] I also share why I created the Deal Maker Family and the Deal Maker Alliance in the first place. Not because people need another networking group. Because entrepreneurs need a place where talking about growth is normal. A place where asking for help isn't weakness. A place where people challenge you to think bigger, execute faster, and become the best version of yourself. You don't have to stop loving your family. But you do have to stop letting their limitations become your own. Find people who inspire you. Find people who challenge you. Find people who are building the kind of life you want to build. Because when you surround yourself with winners, success starts to feel normal. And if you've always felt like the black sheep... Don't apologize for it. That's your advantage. Welcome to The Making of a DM Podcast, where real estate, entrepreneurship, and deal making collide. Hosted by Mark Evans DM — the "DM" stands for Deal Maker — a 12X bestselling author, serial entrepreneur, and family man, this podcast offers you a front-row seat to the strategies and mindset that help entrepreneurs scale their businesses for maximum profitability and freedom. Mark's journey began in the blue-collar world, running a gutter business before transitioning into real estate, where he flipped over 5,000 deals. Now, as the owner of multiple successful businesses, Mark shares the lessons he's learned along the way to financial independence. Whether you're flipping properties, building business empires, or seeking ways to stop trading time for money, this podcast will show you how to level up your business and your life. Check out these resources: Who Is Mark Evans DM?: Learn MoreFollow Mark on Instagram: @markevansdmGrab Mark's book, Magician Vs. Mule: Get Your CopyWant to be part of the Deal Maker Alliance? Join NowFree Masterclass: Get Mark's Business Buying Blueprint: Sign Up
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    36 min
  • EP 215: If Your Vision Doesn't Scare You, It's Too Small

    EP 215: If Your Vision Doesn't Scare You, It's Too Small
    Jun 22 2026
    In this episode, I'm breaking down one of the biggest reasons entrepreneurs stay stuck for years: Their vision is too small. I just wrapped up an incredible two-day private mastermind at my farm with 25 entrepreneurs from all different industries — from nine-figure trucking companies and real estate investors to social media influencers, fund managers, and business owners scaling to the next level. And after countless conversations, one thing became crystal clear: Most people don't have a work ethic problem. They have a vision problem. Too many entrepreneurs are grinding every day, working hard, staying busy, and still wondering why they aren't getting the results they want. The truth is, your actions will never outgrow the vision you have for yourself. In this episode, I challenge you to stop playing small, stop suppressing the dreams you're afraid to say out loud, and start building a vision that actually excites — and scares — you. I also share why abundance starts with thinking bigger, how your current results are a reflection of the stories you tell yourself, and why the biggest obstacle between you and your future is often the old version of you that refuses to let go. If your vision doesn't scare you, it's probably too small. Show highlights include: Why most entrepreneurs don't have a work ethic problem — they have a vision problem [03:57]The one question that reveals whether your daily actions align with your goals [04:07]Why your current life is a direct reflection of the vision you've created for yourself [05:20]How fear of judgment keeps people from chasing what they really want [09:12]The powerful connection between abundance and thinking bigger [07:25]Why you must kill the old version of yourself to create a bigger future [13:23]The dangerous stories people tell themselves that keep them stuck for years [13:53]Why average conversations create average results [16:32]The lesson a 21-year-old speaker taught me about thinking too small [21:40]How bigger visions attract bigger opportunities, bigger money, and bigger people [24:09]Why there are only two times to plant a tree: 25 years ago and today [28:50] I also share a powerful example from the mastermind about a young entrepreneur whose goal was to impact 50,000 lives. Sounds impressive, right? Until we realized he was already capable of impacting millions. That's the problem most people have. Not a lack of opportunity. Not a lack of talent. Not a lack of resources. A lack of vision. You are the common denominator in every result you have today. Your business. Your finances. Your health. Your relationships. Everything. The question is: are you willing to become the person required to achieve the vision you say you want? Because bigger dreams require a different version of you. And that journey starts now. Welcome to The Making of a DM Podcast, where real estate, entrepreneurship, and deal making collide. Hosted by Mark Evans DM — the "DM" stands for Deal Maker — a 12X bestselling author, serial entrepreneur, and family man, this podcast offers you a front-row seat to the strategies and mindset that help entrepreneurs scale their businesses for maximum profitability and freedom. Mark's journey began in the blue-collar world, running a gutter business before transitioning into real estate, where he flipped over 5000 deals. Now, as the owner of multiple successful businesses, Mark shares the lessons he's learned along the way to financial independence. Whether you're flipping properties, building business empires, or seeking ways to stop trading time for money, this podcast will show you how to level up your business and your life. Check out these resources: Who Is Mark Evans DM?: Learn MoreFollow Mark on Instagram: @markevansdmGrab Mark's book, Magician Vs. Mule: Get Your CopyWant to be part of the Deal Maker Alliance? Join NowFree Masterclass: Get Mark's Business Buying Blueprint: Sign Up
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    31 min
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