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What does it take?

GRANT CARDONE
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What does it take to become a household name, stay at the top of your game, and negotiate your way through decades of success?

In this star-powered episode of The Cardone Zone, Grant Cardone is joined by John Travolta and Kevin Hart for a candid conversation about the journeys that transformed them from ambitious dreamers into global icons.

From navigating setbacks and rejection to building lasting careers in one of the world's most competitive industries, both guests reveal the principles, habits, and negotiating strategies that helped them create opportunities where others saw obstacles.

In Episode 310, you'll discover:

  • The mindset required to achieve long-term success
  • How confidence and preparation shape every negotiation
  • The art of creating value before asking for anything in return
  • Lessons learned from decades of navigating high-stakes deals
  • Why persistence remains one of the most underrated skills in business and life

Whether you're negotiating a contract, growing a business, or pursuing a bigger vision for your future, this episode delivers insights from two masters of their craft who have consistently found ways to create leverage, build relationships, and win.

Follow us on all social platforms @GrantCardone for daily content on wealth, business, sales, entrepreneurship, and the 10X mindset.

Visit GrantCardone.com for information on upcoming events, exclusive training programs, and products designed to expand your business skills, increase your knowledge, and accelerate your success.

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