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Making Of A DM

Making Of A DM

Written by: Mark Evans
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  • EP 218: PSA: Emotional Reactions Can Cost You Millions

    EP 218: PSA: Emotional Reactions Can Cost You Millions
    Aug 19 2026
    In this episode, I'm giving you a real-life lesson on relationship capital — sparked by an email I received literally minutes before recording this show. Here's the truth: you can spend years building your reputation, your network, and relationships with the right people… and destroy opportunities in seconds because you let your emotions do the talking. I share the story of someone I met through the real estate and car world who responded emotionally after I reached back out to reconnect. Instead of keeping the door open, one email showed me everything I needed to know — and potentially closed the door on deals, introductions, money, and opportunities he doesn't even know exist. That's why this episode isn't really about one email. It's about how you act and react when you're building relationships. I break down what relationship capital actually means, why paying to get into the right rooms doesn't automatically earn you relationships, and why the biggest players I know tend to be some of the most humble people in the room. If you're building a business, growing your network, or trying to get access to bigger opportunities, this is your PSA: Don't let a temporary emotion create a permanent consequence. Show highlights include: Why relationship capital is about more than simply knowing people [04:45]The small daily actions I use to build stronger relationships [05:40]Why paying to enter the right room doesn't automatically earn you relationship capital [08:00]Why takers might win today — but almost always lose long term [08:40]How someone's reputation inside a community can quietly cost them opportunities [09:29]Why the biggest players are often the most humble people in the room [10:30]The emotional email that sparked this entire episode [14:17]How one reaction can shut the door on deals and opportunities you never knew existed [16:44]Why your texts and emails should never be written in the heat of emotion [23:47]The 24-hour rule I recommend before sending an emotional response [23:47]Why your time is your biggest asset — and who you invest it in matters [26:14]How investing in the right relationships can create opportunities for decades [28:21] I've spent my entire life building relationship capital. I've done it right. I've done it drastically wrong. I've been taken advantage of. And every time, I've gotten better at recognizing the people I want in my world. Because real relationship capital isn't about asking: "What can this person do for me?" It's about showing up. Being valuable. Making introductions. Celebrating people's wins. Being there during their losses. And being a genuinely good human being without calculating the immediate ROI. And if you're pissed off? Write the email. Put it in your drafts. Wait 24 hours. Then read it again. Because the message that feels good to send today could cost you millions in relationships, deals, introductions, and opportunities tomorrow. Your reputation travels faster than you do. Build it wisely. Welcome to The Making of a DM Podcast, where real estate, entrepreneurship, and deal making collide. Hosted by Mark Evans DM — the "DM" stands for Deal Maker — a 12X bestselling author, serial entrepreneur, and family man, this podcast offers you a front-row seat to the strategies and mindset that help entrepreneurs scale their businesses for maximum profitability and freedom. Mark's journey began in the blue-collar world, running a gutter business before transitioning into real estate, where he flipped over 5,000 deals. Now, as the owner of multiple successful businesses, Mark shares the lessons he's learned along the way to financial independence. Whether you're flipping properties, building business empires, or seeking ways to stop trading time for money, this podcast will show you how to level up your business and your life. Check out these resources: Who Is Mark Evans DM?: Learn MoreFollow Mark on Instagram: @markevansdmGrab Mark's book, Magician Vs. Mule: Get Your CopyWant to be part of the Deal Maker Alliance? Join NowFree Masterclass: Get Mark's Business Buying Blueprint: Sign Up
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    32 mins
  • EP 217: The Real Flex Isn't Money -- It's Having Options

    EP 217: The Real Flex Isn't Money -- It's Having Options
    Jul 22 2026
    In this episode, I'm challenging one of the biggest lies entrepreneurs have been sold: That success is measured by how hard you hustle. After spending a week in the Hamptons surrounded by highly successful entrepreneurs and multi-generational wealth, I noticed something that completely shifted my perspective. The people with the most freedom weren't trying to impress anyone. They weren't flashing expensive watches or driving exotic cars everywhere they went. They were investing in their health, spending time with their families, protecting their privacy, and living life on their own terms. That's when it hit me... The real flex isn't money. It's having options. In this episode, I share the biggest lessons I took away from that trip, why hustle eventually has an expiration date, and how to stop chasing things you think you want so you can start building the life you actually want. I also walk you through a simple exercise that will help you gain clarity on your priorities and start making decisions that align with your future instead of your distractions. If you've been grinding for years but still feel like something is missing, this episode is for you. Show highlights include: Why the wealthiest entrepreneurs are shifting from hustle culture to health culture [07:30]The surprising lesson I learned after spending a week in the Hamptons [04:44]Why the ultimate status symbol isn't luxury—it's optionality [16:13]How your health produces the highest ROI you'll ever receive [09:06]The hidden cost of distractions and shiny object syndrome [19:30]The simple framework I use to discover what I truly want out of life [21:28]Why defining your "perfect day" creates better business decisions [23:51]How understanding the season of life you're in changes everything [31:00]Why networking isn't enough—and why community is the real competitive advantage [37:15]The parenting moment that reminded me what real success actually looks like [44:31] I also explain why so many entrepreneurs keep chasing bigger businesses, bigger houses, and bigger paychecks... Only to discover they still don't have the life they actually wanted. Because the goal was never more stuff. The goal was always more freedom. More choices. More time with the people who matter most. You don't need another trophy. You don't need another watch. You don't need another title. What you really want is control over your life. To wake up without an alarm. To be at your kid's horseback riding lesson on a Tuesday afternoon. To take your family on a trip without asking permission. To say "no" because you want to—not because you have to. That's the game. Build a business that creates options. Build your health so you can enjoy them. Build a life that makes all the hard work worth it. Welcome to The Making of a DM Podcast, where real estate, entrepreneurship, and deal making collide. Hosted by Mark Evans DM — the "DM" stands for Deal Maker — a 12X bestselling author, serial entrepreneur, and family man, this podcast offers you a front-row seat to the strategies and mindset that help entrepreneurs scale their businesses for maximum profitability and freedom. Mark's journey began in the blue-collar world, running a gutter business before transitioning into real estate, where he flipped over 5,000 deals. Now, as the owner of multiple successful businesses, Mark shares the lessons he's learned along the way to financial independence. Whether you're flipping properties, building business empires, or seeking ways to stop trading time for money, this podcast will show you how to level up your business and your life. Check out these resources: Who Is Mark Evans DM?: Learn MoreFollow Mark on Instagram: @markevansdmGrab Mark's book, Magician Vs. Mule: Get Your CopyWant to be part of the Deal Maker Alliance? Join NowFree "Perfect Life" Exercise: Download Here
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    47 mins
  • EP 216: Why Being the "Black Sheep" is Your Biggest Entrepreneurial Advantage

    EP 216: Why Being the "Black Sheep" is Your Biggest Entrepreneurial Advantage
    Jul 9 2026
    In this episode, I'm sharing why being the black sheep in your family, your business, or your circle of friends might be the greatest advantage you'll ever have. After spending the Fourth of July with my family, I found myself reflecting on something I know so many entrepreneurs experience: feeling like you're living on a completely different planet than the people around you. It's not because you're better than them. It's because you want a different life. While so many conversations revolve around gossip, drama, and the past, I want to talk about the future. Business. Growth. Health. Investments. Family. Creating opportunities. Building something that outlives me. In this episode, I explain why protecting your mindset is one of the most important things you'll ever do, why taking advice from people who haven't built the life you want is dangerous, and why finding the right room can completely change the trajectory of your future. If you've ever felt like you don't quite fit in… this episode is for you. Show highlights include: Why feeling like the black sheep is actually a sign you're growing [04:42]The simple filter I use before taking advice from anyone [08:42]Why proximity is power—but can also be your biggest liability [12:16]How average conversations quietly create average lives [03:30]The real cost of surrounding yourself with people who don't share your vision [14:31]Why you need to protect your mindset from other people's limitations [14:31]The difference between family you're born into and the community you intentionally build [16:13]Why entrepreneurs need a room where they can be completely authentic [23:42]How the right relationships compound your growth faster than anything else [26:44]Why success isn't just about making more money—it's about becoming a better person [21:56] I also share why I created the Deal Maker Family and the Deal Maker Alliance in the first place. Not because people need another networking group. Because entrepreneurs need a place where talking about growth is normal. A place where asking for help isn't weakness. A place where people challenge you to think bigger, execute faster, and become the best version of yourself. You don't have to stop loving your family. But you do have to stop letting their limitations become your own. Find people who inspire you. Find people who challenge you. Find people who are building the kind of life you want to build. Because when you surround yourself with winners, success starts to feel normal. And if you've always felt like the black sheep... Don't apologize for it. That's your advantage. Welcome to The Making of a DM Podcast, where real estate, entrepreneurship, and deal making collide. Hosted by Mark Evans DM — the "DM" stands for Deal Maker — a 12X bestselling author, serial entrepreneur, and family man, this podcast offers you a front-row seat to the strategies and mindset that help entrepreneurs scale their businesses for maximum profitability and freedom. Mark's journey began in the blue-collar world, running a gutter business before transitioning into real estate, where he flipped over 5,000 deals. Now, as the owner of multiple successful businesses, Mark shares the lessons he's learned along the way to financial independence. Whether you're flipping properties, building business empires, or seeking ways to stop trading time for money, this podcast will show you how to level up your business and your life. Check out these resources: Who Is Mark Evans DM?: Learn MoreFollow Mark on Instagram: @markevansdmGrab Mark's book, Magician Vs. Mule: Get Your CopyWant to be part of the Deal Maker Alliance? Join NowFree Masterclass: Get Mark's Business Buying Blueprint: Sign Up
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    36 mins
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