van smith

Imagine starting a law firm with just a laptop and an iPhone. That’s exactly what Van Smith did! In this episode, Van shares how he grew his Virginia-based firm from scratch into a team of 30. His background wasn’t entrepreneurial at all, but after tackling challenges like undergrad during 9/11, a stint in Baghdad, and the 2008 financial crisis after law school—Van dug in and simply got to work. 

In this episode we talk about:

  • Turning life’s chaos into growth.

  • Smart financial habits that build long-term success.

  • The power of starting small and staying consistent.

Whether you’re dreaming of starting something new or just want to make better decisions, Van’s story is full of practical tips and inspiration.

referenced in our conversation:

Smith Strong, PLC

My Early Life

The Bible

Saving Private Ryan

Warren Buffett’s Time Management Hack

 

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