This week I sat down with Aloysius Al Carl. He is a former leader at Dun and Bradstreet, a ten time entrepreneur, and someone who has built culture and revenue systems at Fortune 500 scale. His story is wild. Al shared how a corporate whistleblower moment pushed him into entrepreneurship, and the framework he used to double new business without burning out. We talked about fear versus reward, why fear often moves people faster, and how to lead change ethically without pressure or hype. We also got into using retirement funds like a 401k, self directed IRA, or ROBS to fund real estate and create financial freedom without waiting until you are 59 and a half. And we spent time on journaling, consistency, and the power of small wins stacked over time. It is one of my favorite conversations so far. If you want to connect with Al:/ aloysiuscarl Listen Here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NuH0ta9Y7o0&list=PLWUtrL9jHWtAvRu_dJx5Q0xky-HVb38kM&index=3

Leaving W2 life to build my own business has exposed so many underdeveloped skills I didn't know I needed. The best part is that I get to learn how to overcome these weaknesses. What’s one skill you’ve discovered you had to learn the hard way after leaving your 9-to-5?

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Most people think their 401(k) is locked up until retirement.The truth? You can legally use it to start or buy a business—without paying taxes or penalties. I put together a short guide that breaks down exactly how it works and what to watch out for. Inside you’ll learn: ✅ How the structure actually works ✅ What kind of company setup the IRS requires ✅ The step-by-step funding process ✅ Common mistakes that trigger penalties ✅ A simple checklist so you can move forward confidently If you’ve ever thought about using your retirement funds to build your own dream instead of someone else’s, this will open your eyes to what’s possible. Download the ROBS Starter Guide Not sure if you’re ready to start a business but want more control over your investments? 👉 Check out the SDIRA Starter Toolkit to see how people use their retirement funds to invest in real estate or lending instead of Wall Street.

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