045: From Humble Beginnings to Multi-Millionaire with Justin Goodbread

By Aline Wealth Management on February 21, 2025

In this episode of Find Your Exit, host Mark Kravietz interviews Justin Goodbread, a successful entrepreneur who built, grew, and sold multiple businesses, becoming a millionaire before the age of 40. Justin shares his inspiring journey from growing up on a dirt road in Brunswick, Georgia, to becoming a bestselling author and award-winning exit planner. He discusses the importance of having a clear vision, the power of coaching, and the value of an abundance mindset in achieving business success.

Key Takeaways:

  • Justin’s Background: Growing up in rural Georgia, homeschooled, and influenced by five key mentors.
  • Entrepreneurial Journey: Starting a successful landscaping business at 15, transitioning to financial advising, and eventually founding Heritage Investors.
  • Leadership Style: Emphasizing “servant leadership,” delegation, and empowering his team.
  • Exit Strategy: The pivotal moment when Justin decided to sell his business, influenced by his wife’s health scare and the advice of his coach.
  • Lessons Learned: The importance of having an abundance mindset and a clear vision for the future.

Notable Quotes:

  • “If you had unlimited time and unlimited resources, what would you do tomorrow that you’re not doing today?”
  • “Focus on value first, and profitability will follow.”

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