You’re scaling your business but is your legal foundation rock solid? Learn how to avoid costly missteps with attorney and strategist Peter Hoppenfeld.

What You’ll Learn:

• Why “don’t give up equity” could save your business (literally)
• The critical contracts every founder needs before scaling
• Why most email marketing is dying—and what’s replacing it
• The mindset shift that turns lawyers into true business allies
• How younger buyers are disrupting traditional marketing funnels

Legal strategy isn’t just about avoiding lawsuits—it’s about building your business on bedrock. In this episode, Gary sits down with longtime advisor and legal strategist Peter Hoppenfeld to unpack the real-world lessons most entrepreneurs miss until it’s too late. If you’ve ever rushed into a partnership, skipped a shareholder agreement, or handed out equity too easily, this episode is your wake-up call.

Peter shares why traditional lawyering misses the mark for high-growth companies, and how strategic legal counsel can actually become your competitive edge. From operating agreements and confidentiality clauses to scaling decisions and team structure, this episode is a masterclass in legal foresight.

We also dive into the changing landscape of marketing—from the decline of email to why Gen Z buyers won’t sit through a webinar. Peter explains why podcasting and short-form video are now critical for building trust and conversion in modern media.

Whether you're a founder, CEO, or service provider looking to protect your IP, your reputation, and your future, this episode is packed with the kind of practical wisdom only decades in the game can deliver.

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Links & Resources:

Website: https://peterhoppenfeld.com

Email Peter: phoppenfeld@gmail.com

Gary’s website: http://garykadi.com

===== ABOUT GARY KADI =====

Gary Kadi, creator of Inside Man, helps high performers and entrepreneurs bridge the gap between success and fulfillment. As a business builder, author, and transformational coach, Gary empowers leaders to live on purpose—not just by performance.

When your spouse becomes more like your CEO, what happens to love? This powerful, transparent episode will move you—and maybe even save your relationship.

What You’ll Learn:

• The hidden cost of being a high-achieving entrepreneur on your marriage
• How to reconnect with your partner when the business never shuts off
• Real-world tools for balancing ambition, love, parenting, and healing
• The transformative power of therapy, boundaries, and emotional honesty
• What happens when one spouse risks it all to save the family

In this deeply raw and emotionally charged episode, Gary Kadi sits down with his wife, Judith Kadi, for a no-holds-barred conversation on what it really takes to keep love alive in the chaos of entrepreneurship. From facing a child's autism diagnosis to battling alcoholism and workaholism, the Kadi household weathered storms that many couples don’t survive. Their story is one of grit, grace, and relentless hope.

You’ll hear how Judith became a warrior for her family’s healing, how Gary’s obsession with performance nearly cost him everything, and why the real breakthrough came not from hustle—but from humility, surrender, and learning to be present. Whether you're married to a driven entrepreneur or you are one, this episode offers insights that transcend business and dive straight into the heart of what matters most: connection.

Their honest unpacking reveals timeless lessons: asking for help is strength, not weakness. Presence beats performance. And sometimes, the most courageous thing a man can do is show up—fully, vulnerably, and lovingly.

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Visit: https://garykadi.com/

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/garykadi

===== ABOUT GARY KADI =====

Gary Kadi, creator of Inside Man, helps high performers and entrepreneurs bridge the gap between success and fulfillment. As a business builder, author, and transformational coach, GK empowers leaders to live on purpose—not just by performance. Through story-driven episodes and real-life coaching, he helps you reconnect with what truly matters.

What happens when numbing out stops working—and the path to emotional healing, self-love, and true belonging begins?

What You’ll Learn:

• How childhood trauma and adoption impacted Andrew's sense of identity and worthiness

• The emotional cost of numbing through addiction, alcohol, and drug abuse

• Turning points in recovery and the role of gratitude, service, and spiritual growth

• The process of forgiveness and building a purpose-driven, sober life

• Tools for men’s mental health, emotional intelligence, and personal responsibility

In this deeply moving episode of Inside Man with Gary Kadi, guest Andrew Schwartz opens up about his powerful journey from self-sabotage to resilience and recovery. Born into a world of emotional confusion as an adopted child, Andrew struggled early with identity, coping mechanisms, and a persistent inner critic that fueled his descent into addiction.

As a high performer masking his pain, Andrew lived with alcoholism, drug abuse, and a crushing sense of not being enough. But everything shifted when the weight of shame and guilt became too heavy to carry. Through a near-death experience, intervention from family, and finally entering rehab, Andrew began the hard work of inner healing.

This conversation unpacks the real impact of childhood trauma, the long road to forgiveness, and how service, running (The Speed Project), and deep love—particularly with his wife Molly—helped rebuild his life. Now living a sober, purpose-driven life, Andrew shares wisdom for anyone grappling with emotional pain, resilience, or the pursuit of belonging.

Whether you're navigating recovery, parenting, or seeking personal growth, this episode speaks to the power of transformation and the freedom in owning your story.

💥 Subscribe, share, and leave a comment with your biggest takeaway.

💬 Know someone struggling with addiction or self-worth? Send them this episode.

Website: https://garykadi.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garykadi

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/garykadi

Release Recovery Foundation: https://www.releaserecoveryfoundation.org/

Andrew Schwartz: https://www.instagram.com/schwartzybear

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Meet Gary

Hi, I’m Gary Kadi. You’ve seen me in the business world, author, speaker, founder, high-performance advisor but what most people don’t know is that my greatest transformation didn’t come from building an empire.

It came from nearly losing everything that truly mattered. I built success the way many of us are taught, through relentless hustle, sacrifice and powering through. But along the way, I silently battled the “isms” – alcoholism, workaholism, perfectionism and I missed the moments that couldn’t be redone. I wasn’t present. I was either drinking, hungover or working to outrun my own discomfort. My wife was ready to give me my walking papers.

My son, diagnosed with autism and speech delays, was fading behind a wall I didn’t know how to break through. That was my fire but walking through it changed everything. I got sober and untangled my identity from my output and today, I’m proud to say my marriage is stronger than ever. My son is thriving he’s off his autism diagnosis, has a 3.8 GPA and is becoming one of the top young play-by-play broadcasters in the country.

From my lived experience, The Inside Man was born.

The Inside Man is not a theory. It’s not a tactic. It’s a path for men like you who’ve built it all and now realize they want something deeper. This isn’t about losing your edge.

It’s about aligning your fire with your soul. It’s about conscious leadership, peace that’s earned and living a life that actually feels like yours.

If you’re ready to stop silently suffering and start fully living, download Your Free Inside Man Guide:

Wish your marriage felt more connected—even after the arguments? Learn how to repair, reconnect, and deepen intimacy with expert Dave Adamusko.

In Part 2 of this deep-dive conversation, Inside Man host Gary Kadi continues unpacking real-world marriage struggles with renowned therapist and “coach’s coach” Dave Adamusko. Together, they explore why emotional awareness—not just communication tactics—is the key to true repair in relationships.

You’ll learn how repair actually works, why self-righteousness kills intimacy, and how small changes (like saying “you’re right” or building in transition time) create lasting connection. Dave also explains the science of emotional bids, the power of tone, and what couples who thrive do differently. This episode will help any high-performing man upgrade his relationship—without losing his edge.

✅ Apply for the Inside Man Coaching Experience – 6 months of deep work ending in a powerful retreat in Arizona!

🌐 Inside Man Movement: https://garykadi.com

💬 Connect with Dave at https://therapywithdave.com

📱 Instagram: @therapywithdave

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Meet Gary

Hi, I’m Gary Kadi. You’ve seen me in the business world, author, speaker, founder, high-performance advisor but what most people don’t know is that my greatest transformation didn’t come from building an empire.

It came from nearly losing everything that truly mattered. I built success the way many of us are taught, through relentless hustle, sacrifice and powering through. But along the way, I silently battled the “isms” – alcoholism, workaholism, perfectionism and I missed the moments that couldn’t be redone. I wasn’t present. I was either drinking, hungover or working to outrun my own discomfort. My wife was ready to give me my walking papers.

My son, diagnosed with autism and speech delays, was fading behind a wall I didn’t know how to break through. That was my fire but walking through it changed everything. I got sober and untangled my identity from my output and today, I’m proud to say my marriage is stronger than ever. My son is thriving he’s off his autism diagnosis, has a 3.8 GPA and is becoming one of the top young play-by-play broadcasters in the country.

From my lived experience, The Inside Man was born.

The Inside Man is not a theory. It’s not a tactic. It’s a path for men like you who’ve built it all and now realize they want something deeper. This isn’t about losing your edge.

It’s about aligning your fire with your soul. It’s about conscious leadership, peace that’s earned and living a life that actually feels like yours.

If you’re ready to stop silently suffering and start fully living, download Your Free Inside Man Guide: https://bit.ly/insidemanguide

You can also visit https://garykadi.com/coaching to apply for The Inside Man Experience, my 6-month elite coaching program for entrepreneurial men who have checked all the boxes—but still feel stuck, burned out, or disconnected.

This isn’t a course. It’s a complete reset—so you can stop performing and start leading from who you truly are.

I'll see you on the inside - GK

Feeling unheard in your marriage? Learn how to communicate without blowing up—or shutting down—with expert coach Dave Adamusko.

In this powerful episode of Inside Man, Gary Kadi (GK) is joined by marriage and family therapist Dave Adamusko—aka “The Coach’s Coach”—to tackle one of the biggest struggles high-achieving men face: how to communicate in marriage without chaos.

You’ll learn why traditional therapy often fails high performers, how internal disconnection fuels external conflict, and why the same skills that build business success can sabotage your relationships. Dave shares practical tools like the “3 H’s” (Hug, Help, Hear), emotional vs. practical problem-solving, and how to regulate your nervous system when tensions flare. It’s real talk for men who want to lead at home like they do at work.

✅ Join the Inside Man Coaching Experience – 6 months of deep transformation ending in Arizona!

🌐 Inside Man Movement: https://garykadi.com

💬 Connect with Dave at https://therapywithdave.com

📱 Instagram: @therapywithdave

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Meet Gary

Hi, I’m Gary Kadi. You’ve seen me in the business world, author, speaker, founder, high-performance advisor but what most people don’t know is that my greatest transformation didn’t come from building an empire.

It came from nearly losing everything that truly mattered. I built success the way many of us are taught, through relentless hustle, sacrifice and powering through. But along the way, I silently battled the “isms” – alcoholism, workaholism, perfectionism and I missed the moments that couldn’t be redone. I wasn’t present. I was either drinking, hungover or working to outrun my own discomfort. My wife was ready to give me my walking papers.

My son, diagnosed with autism and speech delays, was fading behind a wall I didn’t know how to break through. That was my fire but walking through it changed everything. I got sober and untangled my identity from my output and today, I’m proud to say my marriage is stronger than ever. My son is thriving he’s off his autism diagnosis, has a 3.8 GPA and is becoming one of the top young play-by-play broadcasters in the country.

From my lived experience, The Inside Man was born.

The Inside Man is not a theory. It’s not a tactic. It’s a path for men like you who’ve built it all and now realize they want something deeper. This isn’t about losing your edge.

It’s about aligning your fire with your soul. It’s about conscious leadership, peace that’s earned and living a life that actually feels like yours.

If you’re ready to stop silently suffering and start fully living, download Your Free Inside Man Guide: https://bit.ly/insidemanguide

You can also visit https://garykadi.com/coaching to apply for The Inside Man Experience, my 6-month elite coaching program for entrepreneurial men who have checked all the boxes—but still feel stuck, burned out, or disconnected.

This isn’t a course. It’s a complete reset—so you can stop performing and start leading from who you truly are.

I'll see you on the inside - GK

Burnout doesn’t mean you're broken—it means you're out of alignment. Discover how high achievers can reset, without burning it all down. Subscribe now!

In this episode of Inside Man, Gary Kadi (GK) tackles one of the most misunderstood challenges faced by high performers: burnout. If you’re exhausted, running on empty, or feel like your success comes at too high a cost—you’re not alone. GK explains why burnout isn’t a personal failure, but a sign you need a new internal operating system.

Drawing from his book Life on All Cylinders, personal stories, and client transformations, GK reveals three powerful ways to recover: aligning with your values, reclaiming your rhythm, and upgrading your belief system. It’s time to trade adrenaline for alignment and exhaustion for energy.

✅ Download the free guide 10 Things Guys Suck At (And How to Fix It): https://inside-man-with-gary-kadi.kit.com/free-guide

📅 Join the Inside Man Movement at https://garykadi.com

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Meet Gary

Hi, I’m Gary Kadi. You’ve seen me in the business world, author, speaker, founder, high-performance advisor but what most people don’t know is that my greatest transformation didn’t come from building an empire.

It came from nearly losing everything that truly mattered. I built success the way many of us are taught, through relentless hustle, sacrifice and powering through. But along the way, I silently battled the “isms” – alcoholism, workaholism, perfectionism and I missed the moments that couldn’t be redone. I wasn’t present. I was either drinking, hungover or working to outrun my own discomfort. My wife was ready to give me my walking papers.

My son, diagnosed with autism and speech delays, was fading behind a wall I didn’t know how to break through. That was my fire but walking through it changed everything. I got sober and untangled my identity from my output and today, I’m proud to say my marriage is stronger than ever. My son is thriving he’s off his autism diagnosis, has a 3.8 GPA and is becoming one of the top young play-by-play broadcasters in the country.

From my lived experience, The Inside Man was born.

The Inside Man is not a theory. It’s not a tactic. It’s a path for men like you who’ve built it all and now realize they want something deeper. This isn’t about losing your edge.

It’s about aligning your fire with your soul. It’s about conscious leadership, peace that’s earned and living a life that actually feels like yours.

If you’re ready to stop silently suffering and start fully living, download Your Free Inside Man Guide: https://bit.ly/insidemanguide

You can also visit https://garykadi.com/coaching to apply for The Inside Man Experience, my 6-month elite coaching program for entrepreneurial men who have checked all the boxes—but still feel stuck, burned out, or disconnected.

This isn’t a course. It’s a complete reset—so you can stop performing and start leading from who you truly are.

I'll see you on the inside - GK

What if reaching success leaves you feeling empty? Discover the truth behind the "success hangover" and how to fix it. Subscribe now!

In this powerful episode of Inside Man, Gary Kadi (GK) uncovers the unexpected emotional crash many high achievers face—what he calls the "success hangover." You finally hit the goal, build the business, achieve the dream… but it feels hollow. Why? GK shares real stories, personal struggles, and three key mindset shifts that transform hollow wins into fulfilling lives.

Learn how to celebrate your progress, shift to purpose-driven goals, and reconnect to your deeper reason for leading. If you've ever asked “Is this all there is?”, this one’s for you.

📅 Book a session with Gary: https://garykadi.com

📱 Connect with Gary: https://www.instagram.com/insidemanwithgk/

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Meet Gary

Hi, I’m Gary Kadi. You’ve seen me in the business world, author, speaker, founder, high-performance advisor but what most people don’t know is that my greatest transformation didn’t come from building an empire.

It came from nearly losing everything that truly mattered. I built success the way many of us are taught, through relentless hustle, sacrifice and powering through. But along the way, I silently battled the “isms” – alcoholism, workaholism, perfectionism and I missed the moments that couldn’t be redone. I wasn’t present. I was either drinking, hungover or working to outrun my own discomfort. My wife was ready to give me my walking papers.

My son, diagnosed with autism and speech delays, was fading behind a wall I didn’t know how to break through. That was my fire but walking through it changed everything. I got sober and untangled my identity from my output and today, I’m proud to say my marriage is stronger than ever. My son is thriving he’s off his autism diagnosis, has a 3.8 GPA and is becoming one of the top young play-by-play broadcasters in the country.

From my lived experience, The Inside Man was born.

The Inside Man is not a theory. It’s not a tactic. It’s a path for men like you who’ve built it all and now realize they want something deeper. This isn’t about losing your edge.

It’s about aligning your fire with your soul. It’s about conscious leadership, peace that’s earned and living a life that actually feels like yours.

If you’re ready to stop silently suffering and start fully living, download Your Free Inside Man Guide: https://bit.ly/insidemanguide

You can also visit https://garykadi.com/coaching to apply for The Inside Man Experience, my 6-month elite coaching program for entrepreneurial men who have checked all the boxes—but still feel stuck, burned out, or disconnected.

This isn’t a course. It’s a complete reset—so you can stop performing and start leading from who you truly are.

I'll see you on the inside - GK

In this episode of Inside Man, Gary Kadi (GK) reveals the hidden leadership trap that causes even the most confident men to burn out: control. If you're a high-performing man who feels the constant weight of having to do it all, this episode is your wake-up call. GK shares his personal story, a powerful client case study, and introduces the "traffic signal" model for healthy control. You'll learn how to shift from force to freedom, delegate without fear, and finally create space to lead and live.

This episode is perfect for entrepreneurs, executives, and emerging leaders ready to evolve from doers to true leaders.

💬 Share this episode with a friend who leads but feels stuck.

📅 Book a session with Gary: https://garykadi.com

📱 Connect with Gary: https://www.instagram.com/insidemanwithgk/

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Meet Gary

Hi, I’m Gary Kadi. You’ve seen me in the business world, author, speaker, founder, high-performance advisor but what most people don’t know is that my greatest transformation didn’t come from building an empire.

It came from nearly losing everything that truly mattered. I built success the way many of us are taught, through relentless hustle, sacrifice and powering through. But along the way, I silently battled the “isms” – alcoholism, workaholism, perfectionism and I missed the moments that couldn’t be redone. I wasn’t present. I was either drinking, hungover or working to outrun my own discomfort. My wife was ready to give me my walking papers.

My son, diagnosed with autism and speech delays, was fading behind a wall I didn’t know how to break through. That was my fire but walking through it changed everything. I got sober and untangled my identity from my output and today, I’m proud to say my marriage is stronger than ever. My son is thriving he’s off his autism diagnosis, has a 3.8 GPA and is becoming one of the top young play-by-play broadcasters in the country.

From my lived experience, The Inside Man was born.

The Inside Man is not a theory. It’s not a tactic. It’s a path for men like you who’ve built it all and now realize they want something deeper. This isn’t about losing your edge.

It’s about aligning your fire with your soul. It’s about conscious leadership, peace that’s earned and living a life that actually feels like yours.

If you’re ready to stop silently suffering and start fully living, download Your Free Inside Man Guide: https://bit.ly/insidemanguide

You can also visit https://garykadi.com/coaching to apply for The Inside Man Experience, my 6-month elite coaching program for entrepreneurial men who have checked all the boxes—but still feel stuck, burned out, or disconnected.

This isn’t a course. It’s a complete reset—so you can stop performing and start leading from who you truly are.

I'll see you on the inside - GK