The Sweaty Startup

The Sweaty Startup

Author: Nick Huber Language: English Episodes: 100
Forget the theory and get into the trenches. The Sweaty Startup is a direct conversation about building real businesses from the ground up. Host Nick Huber, a successful entrepreneur himself, cuts through the noise to share the practical principles, strategies, and methods that actually grow companies. Each episode focuses on actionable advice you can use immediately, whether you're just starting out or looking to scale. This podcast is built on the belief that success comes from rolling up your sleeves and doing the work-the sweaty, often overlooked fundamentals that create lasting value. You'll hear straightforward discussions on operations, hiring, marketing, and profitability, all delivered without fluff. It’s for anyone who prefers clear, direct talk over inspirational platitudes and wants a reliable source of hard-won knowledge. Tune in to make your vision a concrete reality.
Episodes
How to Build Wealth Without Chasing Your Passion [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 16:29
In this episode, I sat down with Travis Chappell to talk about the real game of entrepreneurship, one that doesn't start with passion, but with leverage, discipline, and picking battles you can actually win. We got into…
No One Will Give You Permission. Take Action Anyway [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 19:22
In this clip, I sat down with Seth Stevens to talk about what it really takes to build something great. We covered why waiting for permission is a trap, how I went from broke and overlooked to building a much larger net…
Why I Went All In on the Hardest Business I've Ever Built [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 16:13
In this episode, I sat down with Nick Hulewsky to break down the real story behind why I walked away from a secure win and went all in on building the hardest business of my career. We covered how I bought out my partner…
This is Why Most People Never Get Rich [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 17:09
Most people are playing the wrong game. I used to think everyone should start a business. I don't think that anymore. In this episode with Al Elliot, we talked about why chasing the wrong career or business can leave you…
The Hard Truth About Success. [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:31:15
In this episode, Nick Huber and Adam Lush (@MindBranches) discuss life, business, and success during a live X.com Spaces conversation. They pull back the curtain on why most people underestimate their stress tolerance, h…
You Don't Deserve a Business Until You've Done the Dirty Work [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 15:14
In this episode, Chris Koerner and I talk about what it actually takes to build something meaningful. Not the social media version. The real version. We talk about taking punches in business, dealing with hate online, an…
432: Why goal setting is overrated [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:54
Goals are important. Yes, you should have a direction that you are rowing your boat. But I feel like the world out there right now have a bunch of people who are stuck in making goals. This episode originally aired on Oc…
I have a BIG announcement... [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:13
My book, "The Sweaty Startup" is out TODAY. I worked on it for 18 months. You can buy it here: https://amzn.to/4aWyrAF It's the how-to business guide I wish I had when building my first business. Most business books have…
Why Urgency Beats Strategy Every Time [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 5:05
In this episode, I sat down with Ryan Hawk to talk about the one thing that separates winners from everyone else, urgency. You don't need another meeting, you need to make a decision and get it done by lunch. I also shar…
431: Earning is more powerful than saving [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 8:15
Being frugal taught me to spend wisely and budget well, but I've recently learned that earning is even more powerful. In this episode of Sweaty Startup, I'll share why earning matters more than saving. This episode origi…