You’re Not Broke, You’re Just Playing the Wrong Game
You’re Not Broke, You’re Just Playing the Wrong Game  
Podcast: Harder Than Life
Published On: Tue Oct 07 2025
Description: He’s built a $5B real estate empire, raised $1.6B from investors, and turned the 10X mindset into a global movement. But behind the jets, books, and stages, Grant Cardone is as real as it gets. He shares the wins, the mistakes, the addictions, and the lessons that built his legacy. In this powerhouse conversation with Kelly Siegel, Grant dives deep into Bitcoin, real estate, money, marriage, fatherhood, AI, and the discipline it takes to create a life worth living. From hitting rock bottom with drugs to creating world-changing wealth vehicles, Grant lays it all out with honesty and fire. This is more than business. It's a masterclass in mindset, money, and massive action. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: 💡 Why Bitcoin + real estate is the investment combo of the future. 💡 The truth about home ownership (and why it’s not an investment). 💡 Why investing in yourself first is the only real shortcut. 💡 How to pick the right partner and why it’s the ultimate cheat code. 💡 Raising $1.6B without banks or Wall Street. 💡 The role of AI in business & why it kills all excuses. Main Points: 00:00 Intro 02:49 Grant's Bitcoin Journey Begins 08:38 Bitcoin Vs Stock Market 11:04 Where To Invest Your Money 13:15 Home Ownership Debate 18:28 The Boca Raton Deal 20:54 Which Deal Is Worth It 22:33 Raising $1.6 Billion 23:26 Your First 10x Begins With You 25:41 Hitting Rock Bottom and Overcoming Addiction 28:03 The Challenges of Scaling Marriage and Business 31:04 The Importance of Choosing the Right Partner 32:45 Teaching Kids About Money & Love 34:05 Navigating Doubt and New Ventures 35:32 Non-negotiables 37:31 The Role of AI in Business 40:12 Lightning Round 44:35 Grant Cardone's Investment Opportunities 46:06 Upcoming Cruise For Cardone Foundation 💬 What hit you hardest from Grant’s story—Bitcoin, real estate, or his battle with addiction? Drop your answer in the comments 👇 🔔 Subscribe for weekly episodes with world-class guests who help you build wealth, resilience, and a 10X life. Connect With Me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kelly.siegel.71/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelly-siegel-0146a3/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kellysiegel71 Connect with Grant: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grantcardone/ Website: https://cardonecapital.com/ Subscribe To The Podcast Here: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/harder-than-life/id1725989697 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/29NOnhItmCLkZ9sLswABKS?si=d81915ddabc0420a YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCncVFeA5P2LrAovuofQQcDg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices