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My Key Takeaways from How to Make a Few Billion Dollars By Brad Jacobs To Join the Revolution behind Uncommon Excellence PremiumHow to Make a Few Billion Dollars (Part 2) | Brad Jacobs"When I hire key people, I’m trying to achieve a two-part goal: accomplish big things and have fun doing it. There’s nothing contradictory about this when you have the right people in place — and if you can do it at scale, you’ll have an organization that can pursue big goals." – Brad JacobsBuilding a billion-dollar business starts with hiring the right people—intelligent, ambitious, honest, and collaborative individuals who drive results. Jacobs breaks down how to identify A-players, create high-impact teams, and build a culture that balances execution, innovation, and psychological safety. He also shares strategies for running electric meetings, outpacing the competition, and ensuring long-term success through clarity, trust, and relentless action. Whether you’re leading a startup or scaling an empire, these principles will help you operate at the highest level.
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_________________________________________________Official Sponsors of Uncommon Excellence: Uncommon Excellence Merch: This isn’t about clothing—it’s about what it represents. A commitment to never settling, to chasing greatness, and to living with purpose. Every piece is a reminder of the standard we hold ourselves to: uncommon effort, uncommon ambition, uncommon results. Wear it as a symbol of the mindset that builds legacies. Click the link to join the movement.Uncommon Excellence AI: If you’re tired of settling for average and ready to build something extraordinary, Uncommon Excellence AI is your ultimate tool. Designed to think like a founder, it’s trained on the lessons, books, and mindset that fuel the world’s greatest builders and thinkers. Whether you’re refining a business idea, breaking down a strategy, or tackling your next big move, this AI challenges you to think sharper, act bolder, and unlock your next level. Stop following the crowd—start creating the future. Click here to try Uncommon Excellence AI nowReadwise helps me retain the most powerful ideas from every book, article, and highlight—so I can apply them, not just admire them. If you’re serious about learning at the level of the greats, Readwise is non-negotiable. Start your free trial at ReadwiseJoin the Uncommon Excellence Notes for my notes for every podcast episode and my Top 10 Highlights of each book.
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