"Lessons I've Learned The Hard Way, So You Don't Have To" - Meet Brad Lea
NotBasicBlonde Podcast
Olya Novozhylova
5.0 • 65 Ratings
🗓️ 23 May 2026
⏱️ 31 minutes
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Summary
Episode 252
In this episode, Brad Lea drops powerful insights on sales, business, mindset, and life, sharing the strategies that helped him become one of the most respected voices in entrepreneurship. From mastering the art of closing deals to building confidence and resilience, Brad reveals practical tips you can use to increase sales and create success in any industry.
Brad’s journey is anything but traditional. A high school dropout with no shortcuts or handouts, he learned through failure, persistence, and real-world experience. By developing unstoppable discipline and mastering sales psychology, he transformed his life and built a massive business empire. This conversation is packed with motivation, raw truth, and actionable advice for anyone looking to level up financially, professionally, and personally.
Guest
Brad Lea is a multifaceted entrepreneur, dynamic speaker, author, philanthropist and influential business leader renowned for his straightforward, "no-nonsense" approach to success. As the founder and CEO of LightSpeed VT, Brad has revolutionized the world of interactive training. His cutting-edge SaaS platform provides companies with powerful, customizable and personalized solutions for enterprise and individual training needs.
Brad’s entrepreneurial reach extends to several innovative ventures. At Real Financial, he empowers individuals to build wealth and security through life insurance and annuity products, offering industry-leading commissions and long-term residual income. Real Merchant Services brings modern payment processing to the forefront, granting partners the chance to earn substantial commissions and ongoing passive income. With Real Training, Brad bridges the gap between potential and achievement by guiding clients to align their mindset, skillset, and daily habits for sustained success. His Real Success Events host world-class gatherings that redefine personal and professional growth, featuring immersive experiences focused on learning, unlearning, and relearning.
Beyond his companies, Brad is the host of the top-rated “Dropping Bombs” podcast, where he interviews entrepreneurs and thought leaders, delving into real-world challenges and actionable insights. His book, “The Hard Way: Lessons I Learned the Hard Way, So You Don’t Have To,” delivers hard-earned wisdom for those seeking to fast-track their own journey. With millions of engaged followers across multiple social media platforms, Brad inspires a global audience with his clear guidance, relentless motivation, and passion for helping others realize their full potential.
Host
Olyasha Novozhylova @notbasicblonde_
NotBasicBlonde Podcast @nbbpodcast
Transcript
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| 0:00.0 | She's a fashion blogger, model, and entrepreneur. She's amazing. The latest tips on fashion, beauty, |
| 0:07.5 | wellness, travel, and her lifestyle. And now, here's the founder and creator of Not Basic Blonde, |
| 0:14.9 | Olasha. Hello, my friends. Welcome back to another episode of Not Basic Blonde podcast. I have very |
| 0:25.2 | interesting guests today. His name is Brad Lee and he is a founder and CEO of Lightspeed. |
| 0:31.2 | Brad has revolutionized the online training world. He has set the gold standard for how training |
| 0:36.3 | is delivered, tracked, and |
| 0:38.2 | reported on ensuring maximum performance, retention, and results. Brad is a leading authority on |
| 0:45.2 | web-based training, experienced improving in sales, marketing. He's seasoned professional with |
| 0:50.7 | a strong base of sales management coming from 25 years in industry. |
| 0:55.0 | So in this episode, Brad is sharing lessons he has learned the hard way so you don't have to. |
| 1:01.0 | Also, we are talking about how to make one million with what you already have, |
| 1:06.0 | how to shift your perspective in 30 seconds or less, |
| 1:09.0 | how to rewire your brain and hack your behavior, |
| 1:12.5 | how to spot a future billionaire, the best sales hacks, which habit is a dream killer, |
| 1:19.3 | and which skill has made the millions. So, and so much more. But before we dive in, |
| 1:25.5 | don't forget to subscribe, rate and review, Not Basic Blonde |
| 1:28.8 | Podcast on Apple Podcasts. Hi, Brad. Welcome to Not Basic Blonde podcast. How are you today? |
| 1:35.6 | Good. How are you? I'm wonderful. Thank you. He's been such a role model and so successful |
| 1:42.9 | with so many accomplishments. We would love to know more about |
| 1:46.4 | yourself. So would you please tell listeners about yourself and what you do, your career. |
| 1:51.4 | Wow. You know, I'm an entrepreneur. I have multiple businesses. The main one is Lightspeed VT, |
| 1:57.7 | which is an interactive training and communication platform I developed over the |
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