Action Academy | Millionaire Mentorship For Your Life & Business
Brian Luebben
Replace The Job You Hate With A Life You Love. This is the podcast for high performers who feel stuck in jobs they’ve outgrown. If you’re asking, “How do I actually replace $10K–$20K/month so I can quit and never look back?” — welcome home. At Action Academy, we teach you how to buy small businesses and commercial real estate to create cash flow that actually replaces your job. Monday through Friday, you’ll learn from 7–9 figure entrepreneurs, real estate moguls, and acquisition pros who’ve done it — and show you how to do it too. Hosted by Brian Luebben (@brianluebben), who quit his 6-figure sales role in 2022 to build a global business while traveling the world. If you're a high-income earner ready to become a high-impact entrepreneur, this show is your playbook. Subscribe now and start your path to freedom — or keep pretending your job will get better someday....
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Oct 16, 2025 • 1h 4min
LIVE KEYNOTE: How to Stop Saying Yes to the Wrong Deals (And the 3-Step Process to Stop It) w/ Joe Moffett
Joe Moffett, a mindset and performance coach with a dynamic background from the military to coaching at Tony Robbins, shares powerful insights. He emphasizes the importance of mental and emotional freedom, urging listeners to engage with clarity and intentionality. Joe discusses the five freedoms crucial for a fulfilling life and the role of identity in shaping behavior. He also highlights the significance of visualization in building future identity and encourages questioning beliefs to foster growth. Get ready to elevate your mindset and redefine your potential!
Oct 14, 2025 • 1h 10min
Stop Playing SMALL: How to Reprogram the Beliefs You Inherited w / Rich Somers
Brian Luebben, founder of Action Academy, and guest Rich Somers dive into transformative strategies for breaking free from corporate jobs. They discuss the power of in-person networking, contrasting buying businesses for cash flow versus real estate for long-term wealth. The duo emphasizes an ownership mindset, the significance of fast timelines to inspire action, and the importance of making decisive partnerships. They also explore how rewriting inherited beliefs can unlock higher aspirations, urging listeners to build businesses around their passions.
Oct 13, 2025 • 24min
The 3 Biggest Lies About Buying a Business (and the Truth About What Actually Happens)
Dive into the world of business acquisitions and uncover the biggest misconceptions that can trip up buyers. Learn why character is crucial when dealing with sellers, and why passive ownership is a myth. Explore a practical 90-day acclimation plan for new owners, from team restructuring to establishing trust. Discover the pitfalls of creative financing and the importance of aligned incentives with earnouts. Plus, hear valuable advice for first-time buyers and insights on collaboration with complementary partners.
Oct 10, 2025 • 55min
From Engineer To $13M Boutique Hotel Empire (In ONLY Five Years) w/ Kassidy Warren
Kassidy Warren, a former IT engineer turned real estate mogul, shares her inspiring journey of building a $13M boutique hotel empire in just five years. She discusses the common pitfalls engineers face in career transitions and emphasizes the importance of action over rumination. Kassidy details her pivot to real estate for financial freedom after living in a van and highlights strategies like leverage and creative financing. She also talks about the perks of hospitality investments over traditional rentals and the power of community in accelerating success.
Oct 9, 2025 • 31min
From W-2 to $8K/Month Passive: The Note Investing Strategy That Let Sierra Davis Quit Her Job and Pay Off Her Student Debt
Connect with Sierra:IG: @sierradavisofficialIf you want to leave corporate America in the next 6-18 months - you should check out our Action Academy Community 👔🏝️ with over $500M in deals done across small businesses and commercial real estate, and over 600 members - we help you SCALE to your freedom. Schedule A Free 40 Minute Coaching Call With Our Team Here To Get "Unstuck" and Learn More. Follow Me As I Travel & Build:IG @brianluebbenActionAcademy.com
Oct 7, 2025 • 55min
From Layoff With a Newborn to a $1.9M Northern Lights Company in 12 Months After Finding The Perfect Business Partner
Discover how a laid-off dad transformed adversity into opportunity by acquiring a $1.9M Northern Lights tour business in just 12 months! Hear about the challenges of tough negotiations, securing financing, and finding the perfect business partner. Learn about the innovative deal flow system utilizing virtual assistants and the critical importance of complementary skills in partnerships. Kyle shares tactical advice for aspiring entrepreneurs, emphasizing the need to listen, adapt, and prioritize growth strategies in a new venture.
Oct 6, 2025 • 22min
BUILDING Businesses vs. BUYING Businesses (Which One Is Better???)
The podcast dives into the debate of building versus buying businesses. It highlights the advantages of acquiring established companies, such as instant cash flow and a trained workforce. Brian shares his step-by-step approach to starting a business from scratch and emphasizes the importance of quick validation. Using analogies like the football field, he illustrates how buying can position you for faster success. Listeners will discover strategic insights on pricing, growth, and choosing the right business to buy for long-term benefits.
Oct 2, 2025 • 51min
The Framework That Builds Magnetic Leaders & Winning Teams (w/ Nathan St. Cyr, $900K/yr Sales Leader & Action Academy Expert)
Nathan St. Cyr, a high-performing sales leader and leadership coach, shares his transformative journey from personal crisis to impactful leadership. He unveils his 'four pillars of performance' framework, emphasizing the importance of mindset and identity in achieving success. Nathan distinguishes magnetic influence from mere persuasion, detailing elite communication strategies to inspire and connect with others. He motivates listeners to confront fear, harness strengths, and maintain consistency, arguing that perception shapes reality in all interactions.
Sep 30, 2025 • 1h 18min
LIVE KEYNOTE: Airbnb Is Dying. Here’s the AI Hotel Play That Replaces It (w/ Rich Somers)
If you want to leave corporate America in the next 6-18 months - you should check out our Action Academy Community 👔🏝️ with over $500M in deals done across small businesses and commercial real estate, and over 600 members - we help you SCALE to your freedom. Schedule A Free 40 Minute Coaching Call With Our Team Here To Get "Unstuck" and Learn More. Follow Me As I Travel & Build:IG @brianluebbenActionAcademy.com
Sep 29, 2025 • 25min
The 3 Lies Stopping You From Buying a Cash-Flowing Business (SOLVED LIVE)
Discover the barriers stopping you from buying a cash-flowing business. Learn how your corporate skills are transferable to owning a small business. Uncover financing options that make ownership attainable for everyone, not just the wealthy. Explore effective strategies for attracting capital partners, while understanding the risks of inexperienced deals. Ultimately, confront the fears that hold you back and take actionable steps towards entrepreneurship.
