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by Casey Baugh
Welcome to Case Studies with Casey Baugh. Join me as we explore the lives of inspirational individuals, and uncover the secrets to their success. For two decades, I've been on a mission to find the clues that lead to success in both business and life. In this podcast, we'll delve into the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual dimensions of success. Through in-depth conversations and personal stories, we aim to dig up the valuable clues that success has left behind, providing you with the insights and wisdom you need to thrive in every aspect of your life. Our goal is not just to celebrate success but to dissect it, to understand the principles and practices that have led to exceptional achievements. By listening to the stories of those who've paved the way, you'll gain practical knowledge that you can apply to your own journey.
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- 2 days ago1h 51m
Building An $800 Million Lending Business On Trust And Grit
Rocky Derrick built Taylor Derrick Capital from an $800,000 fund into an $800+ million private lending platform, but the real story isn't the balance sheet. In this episode of Case Studies, Rocky sits down with Casey to unpack the partnership that made it possible, the sudden loss of his co-founder, and the grinding, invisible years that came before any of it looked like success. This conversation is for entrepreneurs and leaders who understand that real success is rarely linear. It's a reminder that discipline, humility, and relationships, not luck, are what actually build something lasting.[00:00] Welcome, Rocky Derrick[01:12] Life Today at Taylor Derrick Capital[04:01] Inside the Lending Business[08:12] Win-Win: The Borrower Relationship[13:06] Choosing Loyal Capital Over Institutions[17:05] Brazil, the U, and a New Direction[19:41] Choosing USC's MRED Program[24:46] A Clear Answer in the Night[29:18] Building a High-Rise in Vegas[33:54] The Mezzanine Lender's Call[39:00] Meeting Mark Taylor[53:00] Fired, Humbled, and Betting on Himself[1:01:47] Launching Taylor Derrick Capital[1:09:00] Losing Mark, Carrying the Weight[1:14:04] Lessons on Partnership and Leadership[1:30:15] AI, Efficiency, and the Future[1:46:15] Faith, Family, and GraceThe information in this communication is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice, a recommendation, or a solicitation to invest in any fund or security. This communication is not intended to provide, and should not be relied upon as, tax, legal, investment, accounting, or financial advice. Recipients should consult their own tax, legal, accounting, and other professional advisors regarding any potential investment in a fund or security.This communication does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any interest in a pooled investment vehicle sponsored by Sandlot Partners, LLC (“Sandlot”) or any of its affiliates (“Fund”). Any such offer or solicitation will be made only by means of each respective Fund’s confidential Private Placement Memorandum (“PPM”), Limited Partnership Agreement, Subscription Documents, and other operative documents (collectively, the “Offering Documents”), which contain material information not included herein and which supersede this communication in its entirety.Past performance is not indicative of future results. There can be no assurance that any Fund will achieve comparable results or implement its strategy successfully. All investing involves risk, including the loss of principal. Each Fund typically invests in illiquid projects that cannot be quickly sold or converted to cash. As a result, investors may not be able to access their capital when desired. Additional risks associated with an investment in a Fund, as well as important information about Sandlot Partners and its personnel, are described in detail in the Offering Documents and in Sandlot Partners’ Form ADV, which is publicly available on the SEC’s Investment Adviser Public Disclosure website at https://adviserinfo.sec.gov. Both the Offering Documents and Form ADV should be read carefully and should serve as the sole basis for any decision to invest in each respective Fund.Certain statements, testimonials, or endorsements included in this communication may have been provided by clients or non-clients of Sandlot. The individuals or entities providing such statements did not receive direct cash compensation from Sandlot in connection with the statements or endorsements.Any returns discussed are aspirational in nature and no criteria was used in their formulation.In certain circumstances, Sandlot or its affiliates may have provided indirect economic benefits or other consideration to such persons or entities, including through business relationships, investments, portfolio company relationships, or other arrangements. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 1 weeks ago1h 35m
Walking Away From Easy Money to Build Something Real
In this episode of Case Studies, Casey sits down with Kevin Galbasini, co-founder of a skilled nursing company that has grown to 10 facilities and roughly 1,500 employees, with zero debt and no outside investors.After becoming the top loan officer at Eric Kendall’s mortgage company during the early-2000s boom, he walked away from the industry, earned a master’s in real estate development at USC, and graduated straight into the 2008 crash. A prayer on a long drive home led him into nursing homes, where he spent four years learning the business before leaving a comfortable role at Plum Healthcare to start his own.The information in this communication is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice, a recommendation, or a solicitation to invest in any fund or security. This communication is not intended to provide, and should not be relied upon as, tax, legal, investment, accounting, or financial advice. Recipients should consult their own tax, legal, accounting, and other professional advisors regarding any potential investment in a fund or security.This communication does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any interest in a pooled investment vehicle sponsored by Sandlot Partners, LLC (“Sandlot”) or any of its affiliates (“Fund”). Any such offer or solicitation will be made only by means of each respective Fund’s confidential Private Placement Memorandum (“PPM”), Limited Partnership Agreement, Subscription Documents, and other operative documents (collectively, the “Offering Documents”), which contain material information not included herein and which supersede this communication in its entirety.Past performance is not indicative of future results. There can be no assurance that any Fund will achieve comparable results or implement its strategy successfully. All investing involves risk, including the loss of principal. Each Fund typically invests in illiquid projects that cannot be quickly sold or converted to cash. As a result, investors may not be able to access their capital when desired. Additional risks associated with an investment in a Fund, as well as important information about Sandlot Partners and its personnel, are described in detail in the Offering Documents and in Sandlot Partners’ Form ADV, which is publicly available on the SEC’s Investment Adviser Public Disclosure website at https://adviserinfo.sec.gov. Both the Offering Documents and Form ADV should be read carefully and should serve as the sole basis for any decision to invest in each respective Fund.Certain statements, testimonials, or endorsements included in this communication may have been provided by clients or non-clients of Sandlot. The individuals or entities providing such statements did not receive direct cash compensation from Sandlot in connection with the statements or endorsements.In certain circumstances, Sandlot or its affiliates may have provided indirect economic benefits or other consideration to such persons or entities, including through business relationships, investments, portfolio company relationships, or other arrangements.Guests may discuss their own businesses, funds, and investments. Any statements by a guest about such matters, including performance figures, track records, loss or default statistics, assets under management, or expectations about future results, are solely the guest’s, have not been verified by Sandlot, do not reflect the performance of Sandlot or any Fund, and are not endorsed or adopted by Sandlot. Nothing in this Communication is an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any interest in any vehicle sponsored by a guest or any third party. Sandlot has no role in, and receives no compensation in connection with, any such offering. References to third-party companies, products, or services are not endorsements. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 2 weeks ago1h 29m
How a 21-Year-Old Gained Decades of Wisdom in a Single Year
In this episode of Case Studies, Casey sits down with Eli Morgan, a 21-year-old BYU student building an AI business, who took Casey up on an unusual challenge: listen to every episode of the podcast and earn an hour-long sauna session.Eli did more than listen. Across 135 hours, through pneumonia, a leave of absence, and the hardest year of his life, he catalogued every lesson, read a book a week from guest recommendations, and put the principles to work.The result is a rare look at pattern recognition in action. Eli and Casey unpack the ideas that surfaced again and again: massive action, building the rejection muscle, Sunday planning, the seasons of life, giving before you have much, faith, and investing in the goose rather than chasing golden eggs.Casey shares why time has become his scarcest resource, and why the mentors who shape us most may never know our names. It's proof that wisdom compounds.The information in this communication is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice, a recommendation, or a solicitation to invest in any fund or security. This communication is not intended to provide, and should not be relied upon as, tax, legal, investment, accounting, or financial advice. Recipients should consult their own tax, legal, accounting, and other professional advisors regarding any potential investment in a fund or security.This communication does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any interest in a pooled investment vehicle sponsored by Sandlot Partners, LLC (“Sandlot”) or any of its affiliates (“Fund”). Any such offer or solicitation will be made only by means of each respective Fund’s confidential Private Placement Memorandum (“PPM”), Limited Partnership Agreement, Subscription Documents, and other operative documents (collectively, the “Offering Documents”), which contain material information not included herein and which supersede this communication in its entirety.Past performance is not indicative of future results. There can be no assurance that any Fund will achieve comparable results or implement its strategy successfully. All investing involves risk, including the loss of principal. Each Fund typically invests in illiquid projects that cannot be quickly sold or converted to cash. As a result, investors may not be able to access their capital when desired. Additional risks associated with an investment in a Fund, as well as important information about Sandlot Partners and its personnel, are described in detail in the Offering Documents and in Sandlot Partners’ Form ADV, which is publicly available on the SEC’s Investment Adviser Public Disclosure website at https://adviserinfo.sec.gov. Both the Offering Documents and Form ADV should be read carefully and should serve as the sole basis for any decision to invest in each respective Fund.Certain statements, testimonials, or endorsements included in this communication may have been provided by clients or non-clients of Sandlot. The individuals or entities providing such statements did not receive direct cash compensation from Sandlot in connection with the statements or endorsements.In certain circumstances, Sandlot or its affiliates may have provided indirect economic benefits or other consideration to such persons or entities, including through business relationships, investments, portfolio company relationships, or other arrangements. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 3 weeks ago1h 10m
Brent Bohn: Highlight Episode
In this engaging conversation, Casey Baugh sits down with Brent Bohn, an entrepreneur and leader in the McDonald’s franchise system, to explore his journey of building a high-performing organization rooted in excellence, innovation, and family values.Brent opens up about the lessons he’s learned through decades of leadership, from navigating the challenges of running a business to fostering a culture of growth and opportunity. He shares inspiring stories of elevating team members from entry-level roles to leadership positions, embodying the belief that no dream is out of reach with the right support and determination.Touching on themes of resilience, authenticity, and continuous improvement, Brent reflects on the pivotal moments that shaped his career and personal life, including the importance of vulnerability in leadership and balancing ambition with kindness. His insights are a powerful reminder that success is built not just on results, but on the people you empower along the way.The information in this communication is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice, a recommendation, or a solicitation to invest in any fund or security. This communication is not intended to provide, and should not be relied upon as, tax, legal, investment, accounting, or financial advice. Recipients should consult their own tax, legal, accounting, and other professional advisors regarding any potential investment in a fund or security.This communication does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any interest in a pooled investment vehicle sponsored by Sandlot Partners, LLC (“Sandlot”) or any of its affiliates (“Fund”). Any such offer or solicitation will be made only by means of each respective Fund’s confidential Private Placement Memorandum (“PPM”), Limited Partnership Agreement, Subscription Documents, and other operative documents (collectively, the “Offering Documents”), which contain material information not included herein and which supersede this communication in its entirety.Past performance is not indicative of future results. There can be no assurance that any Fund will achieve comparable results or implement its strategy successfully. All investing involves risk, including the loss of principal. Each Fund typically invests in illiquid projects that cannot be quickly sold or converted to cash. As a result, investors may not be able to access their capital when desired. Additional risks associated with an investment in a Fund, as well as important information about Sandlot Partners and its personnel, are described in detail in the Offering Documents and in Sandlot Partners’ Form ADV, which is publicly available on the SEC’s Investment Adviser Public Disclosure website at https://adviserinfo.sec.gov. Both the Offering Documents and Form ADV should be read carefully and should serve as the sole basis for any decision to invest in each respective Fund.Certain statements, testimonials, or endorsements included in this communication may have been provided by clients or non-clients of Sandlot. The individuals or entities providing such statements did not receive direct cash compensation from Sandlot in connection with the statements or endorsements.In certain circumstances, Sandlot or its affiliates may have provided indirect economic benefits or other consideration to such persons or entities, including through business relationships, investments, portfolio company relationships, or other arrangements. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Oct 7, 202613 min
Why Resources Are Never the Problem, Resourcefulness Is
In this episode of Case Studies, Casey goes solo on resourcefulness, a theme he first absorbed from Tony Robbins, who used a rare seventeen minutes on a TED stage to make one point: resources are never the problem, a lack of resourcefulness is. Casey pairs it with Harvard's definition of entrepreneurship, the pursuit of opportunity without regard to resources currently controlled.He shares this in real time, drawn from the largest deal his firm has ever pursued, one that nearly collapsed when the bank backing it withdrew its financing a week before closing. Casey walks through the mindset that got him through it: refusing to quit, choosing to believe hard moments are happening for him rather than to him, and treating every setback as simply another problem to solve.He breaks down why better questions produce better answers, borrowing Robert Kiyosaki's contrast between "I can't afford it" and "how can I afford it," and shows how the constraints from his own financing crisis ultimately won him a far better price. Casey closes with a simple reminder: resourcefulness is a muscle, not a trait, and it only grows through action. Entrepreneurs facing their own resource gaps will find a practical playbook. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Sep 30, 202615 min
Casey Baugh: Betting on Trajectory Instead of Presentation
In this episode of Case Studies, Casey goes solo to unpack what he calls the opportunity muscle, the ability to spot potential that everyone else walks past. Drawing on lessons from his mentor Todd Pedersen and patterns across more than 150 guest conversations, Casey shares the five-part framework he uses to evaluate any opportunity: character, competency, track record, trajectory, and resourcefulness. He explains why he bets on trajectory over presentation every time, and why the best opportunities rarely arrive polished.Casey walks through real examples from his own investing career, including a behavioral health acquisition built on trust rather than a flashy pitch, and an early bet on David Neeleman's Breeze Airways during COVID, when nearly every industry headwind hit at once. He also makes a case for concentration over scattered effort: saying no to good options clears the runway for great ones.Casey closes with four practical questions listeners can answer today to name their single biggest opportunity, find the person who can accelerate it, and take a first step within 24 hours. Entrepreneurs and investors chasing their next big opportunity will leave with a sharper filter for where to spend their time, money, and energy.The information in this communication is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice, a recommendation, or a solicitation to invest in any fund or security. This communication is not intended to provide, and should not be relied upon as, tax, legal, investment, accounting, or financial advice. Recipients should consult their own tax, legal, accounting, and other professional advisors regarding any potential investment in a fund or security. This communication does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any interest in a pooled investment vehicle sponsored by Sandlot Partners, LLC (“Sandlot” or “Sandlot Partners”) or any of its affiliates (“Fund”). Any such offer or solicitation will be made only by means of each respective Fund’s confidential Private Placement Memorandum (“PPM”), Limited Partnership Agreement, Subscription Documents, and other operative documents (collectively, the “Offering Documents”), which contain material information not included herein and which supersede this communication in its entirety. Past performance is not indicative of future results. There can be no assurance that any Fund will achieve comparable results or implement its strategy successfully. All investing involves risk, including the loss of principal. Each Fund typically invests in illiquid projects that cannot be quickly sold or converted to cash. As a result, investors may not be able to access their capital when desired. Additional risks associated with an investment in a Fund, as well as important information about Sandlot Partners and its personnel, are described in detail in the Offering Documents and in Sandlot Partners’ Form ADV, which is publicly available on the SEC’s Investment Adviser Public Disclosure website at https://adviserinfo.sec.gov. Both the Offering Documents and Form ADV should be read carefully and should serve as the sole basis for any decision to invest in each respective Fund. Certain statements, testimonials, or endorsements included in this communication may have been provided by clients or non-clients of Sandlot. The individuals or entities providing such statements did not receive direct cash compensation from Sandlot in connection with the statements or endorsements. In certain circumstances, Sandlot or its affiliates may have provided indirect economic benefits or other consideration to such persons or entities, including through business relationships, investments, portfolio company relationships, or other arrangements. For more information on Sandlot’s portfolio of investments, please visit our website at https://sandlotpartners.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Sep 23, 20261h 12m
How BYU Recruits With Radical Honesty and Accountability in the NIL Era
In this episode of Case Studies, the conversation with Fesi Sitake continues as BYU's wide receivers coach traces the climb from an $8,000 assistant's salary to the center of one of college football's most talked-about programs. Fesi Sitake walks Casey through the years that shaped his craft: rebuilding a winless Weber State into a playoff team, becoming an offensive coordinator at thirty, and joining Kalani Sitake's staff at BYU through the criticism, the COVID season, and the leap into the Big 12.The heart of the conversation is how he recruits. Fesi explains why he leads with radical honesty and accountability rather than promises, how he reads a player's character beneath the stats, and why culture outlasts NIL money when the two collide. He and Casey dig into loyalty, staying committed to the process without being attached to results, and the belief in yourself that every hard decision demands.This episode is a candid look at building people, not just teams. Leaders, recruiters, and anyone developing talent under pressure will find it essential. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Sep 16, 20261h 36m
How Fresh Starts and Faith Rebuilt a Broken Kid Into an All-American
In part one of this episode, Casey sits down with Fesi Sitake, wide receivers coach at BYU and a rare figure who has spent his entire coaching career without ever leaving Utah. Fesi's story is not just a football story; it is a study in how a person rebuilds themselves. He walks through a childhood shaped by poverty, a home with more than twenty relatives under one roof, the slow loss of his mother to a rare genetic disease, and the quiet mentors who refused to let him disappear. What emerges is a conversation about reinvention. Fesi shares how deliberate fresh starts, a transformative mission, and an All-American career at Southern Utah taught him that joy is a matter of focus, not circumstance. He and Casey explore the culture Kalani Sitake has built at BYU, why loyalty and love outlast pressure, and how leaders stay humble and hungry without letting their past define them. The result is a masterclass in resilience and self-belief. Anyone carrying a hard story who wants to turn it into fuel will find this hour unforgettable.The information in this communication is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice, a recommendation, or a solicitation to invest in any fund or security. This communication is not intended to provide, and should not be relied upon as, tax, legal, investment, accounting, or financial advice. Recipients should consult their own tax, legal, accounting, and other professional advisors regarding any potential investment in a fund or security. This communication does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any interest in a pooled investment vehicle sponsored by Sandlot Partners, LLC (“Sandlot” or “Sandlot Partners”) or any of its affiliates (“Fund”). Any such offer or solicitation will be made only by means of each respective Fund’s confidential Private Placement Memorandum (“PPM”), Limited Partnership Agreement, Subscription Documents, and other operative documents (collectively, the “Offering Documents”), which contain material information not included herein and which supersede this communication in its entirety. Past performance is not indicative of future results. There can be no assurance that any Fund will achieve comparable results or implement its strategy successfully. All investing involves risk, including the loss of principal. Each Fund typically invests in illiquid projects that cannot be quickly sold or converted to cash. As a result, investors may not be able to access their capital when desired. Additional risks associated with an investment in a Fund, as well as important information about Sandlot Partners and its personnel, are described in detail in the Offering Documents and in Sandlot Partners’ Form ADV, which is publicly available on the SEC’s Investment Adviser Public Disclosure website at https://adviserinfo.sec.gov. Both the Offering Documents and Form ADV should be read carefully and should serve as the sole basis for any decision to invest in each respective Fund. Certain statements, testimonials, or endorsements included in this communication may have been provided by clients or non-clients of Sandlot. The individuals or entities providing such statements did not receive direct cash compensation from Sandlot in connection with the statements or endorsements. In certain circumstances, Sandlot or its affiliates may have provided indirect economic benefits or other consideration to such persons or entities, including through business relationships, investments, portfolio company relationships, or other arrangements. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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About CASE STUDIES
Welcome to Case Studies with Casey Baugh. Join me as we explore the lives of inspirational individuals, and uncover the secrets to their success. For two decades, I've been on a mission to find the clues that lead to success in both business and life. In this podcast, we'll delve into the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual dimensions of success. Through in-depth conversations and personal stories, we aim to dig up the valuable clues that success has left behind, providing you with the insights and wisdom you need to thrive in every aspect of your life. Our goal is not just to celebrate success but to dissect it, to understand the principles and practices that have led to exceptional achievements. By listening to the stories of those who've paved the way, you'll gain practical knowledge that you can apply to your own journey.
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