In this episode of Building Billions, I sit down with Craig Jackson, CEO of Barrett-Jackson, the world-renowned collector car auction company. Craig shares his journey of transforming a family business into a global brand, discussing the challenges of scaling, the importance of innovation, and the need to build a strong, loyal team. Learn how Craig’s passion for cars, customer experience, and philanthropy shaped Barrett-Jackson into an iconic lifestyle brand. Plus, discover his insights on entrepreneurship, leadership, and building a lasting legacy.

In this episode of Building Billions, I sit down with Craig Jackson, CEO of Barrett-Jackson, the world-renowned collector car auction company. Craig shares his journey of transforming a family business into a global brand, discussing the challenges of scaling, the importance of innovation, and the need to build a strong, loyal team. Learn how Craig’s passion for cars, customer experience, and philanthropy shaped Barrett-Jackson into an iconic lifestyle brand. Plus, discover his insights on entrepreneurship, leadership, and building a lasting legacy.

Welcome to Building Billions with Brandon Dawson. This podcast will be taking you on the journey of exactly what it takes to build a  billion dollar business. 

Brandon Dawson will  discuss the strategies, tactics, and mindset that have helped him build multiple successful businesses and  ultimately helping grow his current business to $100 million in 4 short years. As Grant Cardone's business partner, Brandon is here to give you the no bull shit guide on how to be create a legacy and become part of the 1%. He'll be diving into topics such as, creating meaningful relationships, building a team, marketing and sales, and scaling operations.

If you're a business owner or aspiring entrepreneur looking to take your business to the next level, this podcast is for you. Tune in to hear from Brandon Dawson who has been where you are and learn from his experiences. 

Welcome to Building Billions with Brandon Dawson. This podcast will be taking you on the journey of exactly what it takes to build a  billion dollar business. 
Brandon Dawson will  discuss the strategies, tactics, and mindset that have helped him build multiple successful businesses and  ultimately helping grow his current business to $100 million in 4 short years. As Grant Cardone's business partner, Brandon is here to give you the no bull shit guide on how to be create a legacy and become part of the 1%. He'll be diving into topics such as, creating meaningful relationships, building a team, marketing and sales, and scaling operations.
If you're a business owner or aspiring entrepreneur looking to take your business to the next level, this podcast is for you. Tune in to hear from Brandon Dawson who has been where you are and learn from his experiences.

Building Billions with Brandon Dawson

EP 218 | Craig Jackson's Journey from Family Legacy to Global Brand at Barrett-Jackson

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In this episode of Building Billions, Brandon Dawson makes a direct case for why your current environment may be the very thing capping your success. From leaving his hometown at 19 to navigating unfamiliar markets across the country, he breaks down how discomfort, relocation, and intentional exposure to bigger opportunities became the foundation of his wealth. This isn’t about talent—it’s about proximity. The people, markets, and expectations around you either expand your vision or quietly keep you playing small.

Brandon outlines four practical strategies to force growth: auditing your marketplace, eliminating comfort, learning through failure, and mastering new territory. He challenges listeners to stop waiting for the “right time” and instead put themselves in environments that demand more from them. If you’re serious about increasing your income and building real enterprise value, this episode is a push to rethink where you are, who you’re around, and whether your current environment is helping, or quietly holding you back.

In this episode of Building Billions, Brandon Dawson makes a direct case for why your current environment may be the very thing capping your success. From leaving his hometown at 19 to navigating unfamiliar markets across the country, he breaks down how discomfort, relocation, and intentional exposure to bigger opportunities became the foundation of his wealth. This isn&rsquo;t about talent&mdash;it&rsquo;s about proximity. The people, markets, and expectations around you either expand your vision or quietly keep you playing small.
Brandon outlines four practical strategies to force growth: auditing your marketplace, eliminating comfort, learning through failure, and mastering new territory. He challenges listeners to stop waiting for the &ldquo;right time&rdquo; and instead put themselves in environments that demand more from them. If you&rsquo;re serious about increasing your income and building real enterprise value, this episode is a push to rethink where you are, who you&rsquo;re around, and whether your current environment is helping, or quietly holding you back.

S2 EP 21 Change Your Environment, Change Your Income

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In this episode of Building Billions, Brandon Dawson breaks down one of the most dangerous and overlooked threats to scaling a business: the people in your inner circle. Drawing from decades of experience building and leading companies, he reveals the seven personality types that silently erode trust, culture, and performance, from manipulators and perpetual victims to energy vampires and one-way relationships. These aren’t always obvious bad actors; in fact, many operate subtly, positioning themselves as allies while undermining your team and decision-making behind the scenes.

This episode is a direct playbook for identifying, confronting, and removing the individuals who are costing you momentum, clarity, and growth. Brandon challenges leaders to stop relying on words and start tracking behavior, results, and patterns. If you’re serious about building something with real enterprise value, this conversation will force you to take a hard look at who you allow into your environment, and whether you have the discipline to protect your future from the wrong people.

In this episode of Building Billions, Brandon Dawson breaks down one of the most dangerous and overlooked threats to scaling a business: the people in your inner circle. Drawing from decades of experience building and leading companies, he reveals the seven personality types that silently erode trust, culture, and performance, from manipulators and perpetual victims to energy vampires and one-way relationships. These aren&rsquo;t always obvious bad actors; in fact, many operate subtly, positioning themselves as allies while undermining your team and decision-making behind the scenes.
This episode is a direct playbook for identifying, confronting, and removing the individuals who are costing you momentum, clarity, and growth. Brandon challenges leaders to stop relying on words and start tracking behavior, results, and patterns. If you&rsquo;re serious about building something with real enterprise value, this conversation will force you to take a hard look at who you allow into your environment, and whether you have the discipline to protect your future from the wrong people.

S2 EP 20 The Hidden 2%: Who’s Quietly Sabotaging Your Success

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In this powerful and deeply personal episode of Building Billions, Brandon Dawson sits down with legendary leadership expert John Maxwell for a conversation that goes far beyond business strategy. While the foundation of building enterprise value begins with consistency, velocity, and results, this episode reveals the deeper layer, what it actually takes to sustain success through leadership, self-awareness, and relationships. From early career struggles to scaling multi-million dollar companies, Brandon reflects on the pivotal moments and mindset shifts that shaped his journey.

Together, they unpack the truth about leadership: it starts within. Through stories of mentorship, failure, growth, and personal transformation, this episode explores the importance of owning your outcomes, building the right team, and leading with both strength and heart. It’s not just about building businesses, it’s about building people, creating legacy, and becoming the kind of leader others choose to follow.

In this powerful and deeply personal episode of Building Billions, Brandon Dawson sits down with legendary leadership expert John Maxwell for a conversation that goes far beyond business strategy. While the foundation of building enterprise value begins with consistency, velocity, and results, this episode reveals the deeper layer, what it actually takes to sustain success through leadership, self-awareness, and relationships. From early career struggles to scaling multi-million dollar companies, Brandon reflects on the pivotal moments and mindset shifts that shaped his journey.
Together, they unpack the truth about leadership: it starts within. Through stories of mentorship, failure, growth, and personal transformation, this episode explores the importance of owning your outcomes, building the right team, and leading with both strength and heart. It&rsquo;s not just about building businesses, it&rsquo;s about building people, creating legacy, and becoming the kind of leader others choose to follow.

S2 EP 19 Leadership Has To Be Learned with John Maxwell 

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EP 218 | Craig Jackson's Journey from Family Legacy to Global Brand at Barrett-Jackson

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