“From Wall Street to What Matters”

Earnest Sweat didn’t just leave a finance job—he left a winning seat on Wall Street to build something that mattered more to him. As a Venture Capitalist and Podcaster, Earnest is now focused on building the infrastructure to help others thrive.

We talk about how he:

• Got into venture capital with a real purpose

• Learned to listen to his body and pivot away from burnout

• Thinks about building brands that create real long-term value

• Handles follow-up and relationship building like an elite operator

• Believes that health is wealth—and how it’s shaped his fitness habits

⏱️ Timestamps:

00:00 – Intro + How Earnest found his calling beyond finance
05:10 – Working at a startup → Joining the venture capital world
09:30 – What Earnest looks for in a brand: community, pain, progress
14:45 – The mental shift that got him to prioritize health and fitness
20:20 – How he builds deep relationships (and follows up 7+ times)
27:40 – The moment he realized VC wasn’t just about money
34:15 – Staying consistent with fitness while working full-time
40:00 – How he filters new ideas and dials in his focus
46:30 – His take on how culture, faith, and purpose connect
52:05 – Closing thoughts + What’s next for Earnest