Tom Dunkel - Wins, Wipeouts, and Million Dollar Lessons

What does it really take to build an 8-figure business… and survive the crashes along the way? Tom Dunkel is a battle-tested entrepreneur who’s spent nearly 30 years in the trenches of business. He’s built two 8-figure companies, lost six, and raised over $50 million across multiple asset classes. Tom doesn’t just talk about success—he’s lived the full spectrum of wins, setbacks, and hard-earned comebacks. Now serving as Managing Director of Eagle Capital, Tom helps investors grow their wealth through operator-backed deals, but his true passion is still building businesses from the ground up. From assembling elite teams to turning chaos into clarity, he brings real-world strategy you won’t find in a textbook. We dive into the lessons failure teaches, what separates good operators from great ones, and how to keep pushing forward when things don’t go as planned. Plus, you’ll hear how Tom balances high-stakes business with life outside the office—as a competitive golfer, rock band frontman, and advocate for causes that matter. If you’re an entrepreneur, investor, or someone chasing your next big win, this episode is packed with insights you can actually use.

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Tom Dunkel - Wins, Wipeouts, and Million Dollar Lessons is an episode from REL Freedom Podcast by Mike Swenson.

This episode is 34:05 long.

This episode was published on Apr 2, 2026.

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