For Your Own Good › Episode 61
How this CEO Races Cars AND Builds Empires
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About this episode
In this episode of For Your Own Good , I sit down with David Leko, CEO of Deal Machine, to unpack his wild journey from racing cars to building a top-tier real estate tech company. We dig into genius strategies for snagging off-market real estate deals, what it takes to lead a team with zero drama, and how David balances burning rubber on the track with running a business. Whether you’re a real estate investor, an entrepreneur, or just love a good story about passion and hustle, this episode’s got something for you! Key Topics Discussed: David’s story: From racing a Ginetta to founding Deal Machine Real estate investing: How to find off-market deals using data and tech Leadership: Building a drama-free team and clearing roadblocks like a pro Racing passion: Why it’s his ultimate stress-buster and focus sharpener Software secrets: How Deal Machine’s AI and data tools give investors an edge Stick around for tips you can actually use and a peek into David’s world—hit that play button! #ForYourOwnGood #KassidyWarren #FYOG Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/for-your-o Watch YouTube to catch the video versions: https://www.youtube.com/@KassidyWarren Connect with Hosts/Guests: KASSIDY https://www.instagram.com/kassidy.warren DAVID https://www.instagram.com/dlecko/
The systems behind these conversations — the deal underwriting, the tax strategy, the operators doing it live — are in Escape Velocity.