Stop Chasing Gurus: Discover the People Magic Behind Billion-Dollar Wins

In this first episode of The Big Hitters podcast, top entrepreneur Larry Weidel shares profound insights about the power of community learning and the transformation from guru-focused education to peer-driven growth in business and personal development. Larry, a successful financial services entrepreneur and author, reflects on his decision to pause and reimagine his Million Dollar Mastermind podcast, inspired by conversations with Mighty Networks founder Gina Bianchini about the transformative power of community-based learning. Learn actionable strategies to join the elite 20% who drive 80% of success.

After a transformative pause, Larry Weidel returns to podcasting with a renewed mission: to reveal why community, not gurus, creates lasting success.

In this candid conversation, Larry shares how he built a $6.5 billion financial services empire and why peer-driven learning consistently outperforms traditional courses.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

How to identify and connect with the “20 percenters” driving 80% of results
Why becoming proficient in 90 days is possible with focused effort and the right community
The universal principles of winning that apply to any discipline
How casual peer conversations spark breakthrough ideas
Why specific focus is essential for dynamic results

Larry Weidel is a successful entrepreneur and the author of Serial Winner. Since 1975, he has grown one of the world’s largest independent financial services organizations, impacting thousands of professionals across multiple industries.

This episode is essential listening for ambitious entrepreneurs and business leaders who want actionable strategies to accelerate growth, build powerful communities, and create lasting success.