In a world where many want to grow but few take decisive action, Hugh Zaretsky stands out as someone who not only teaches transformation but lives it. From bestselling author and real-estate investor to international speaker and university facilitator, Zaretsky’s mission is clear: to help others launch to the next level in life or business.

Launching Success: The Book That Started a Movement

Hugh Zaretsky’s breakout moment came with The Launch Button: Start Here to Fire Your Boss, Pursue Your Passions Full-Time, and Build the Life of Your Dreams. The book quickly rose to become an Amazon #1 Best Seller in four major Real Estate categories—Overall Real Estate, Sales, Investments, and Buying & Selling Homes—in November 2022.

The book serves as a roadmap for achieving financial and personal growth through focus, mindset, and action. Its success inspired the creation of the Launch Button Podcast, the Launch Button Community, and a series of live coaching programs. Zaretsky’s upcoming sequel, Beyond Launch (Nov 2025), explores scaling both personal and professional impact.

An Author Among Giants

Zaretsky is also a co-author of The Power of the Platform: Speakers on Purpose alongside motivational legends Les Brown, Jack Canfield, and Brian Tracy. This collaboration placed him among the industry’s most respected voices in personal development, combining entrepreneurial strategy with timeless lessons on influence and purpose.

Training the Next Generation of Real-Estate Entrepreneurs

Beyond writing, Zaretsky has built a reputation as a trusted educator and trainer. He serves as a Trainer for Real Brokerage, delivering The Investor Agent Playbook Mastermind, which teaches agents to integrate investment strategies into their business practice.

He is also a long-standing Renatus Real Estate Education instructor, teaching two popular courses: Real Estate Marketing & Sales and Introduction to Short-Term Rentals. Through these programs, Zaretsky has helped thousands of students gain practical tools to grow their investment portfolios and entrepreneurial success.

To deepen that mission, he founded the Profit Caravan Bootcamp & 5-Week Coaching Program, a results-driven experience focused on implementation, accountability, and measurable business growth.

Express with Impact: Elevating Voices and Confidence

Recognizing that communication, personal and professional growth are keys to success, Hugh also trains entrepreneurs and business owners to grow and scale their business. He does this as part of The Final Percent and other organizations. Zaretsky created the Express with Impact Speakers Training Program. The course empowers professionals to develop storytelling, presentation, and persuasion skills—helping them communicate confidently in any setting.

Global Education and Certification

Through Reskills.com, Zaretsky delivers internationally certified virtual training, reaching audiences in Malaysia, Africa, and beyond. His course Get Your Message to the World — Express Yourself Over Zoom is accredited by ITOL (UK), AAA, and ACTD, establishing Zaretsky as a globally certified trainer dedicated to helping professionals elevate their impact online.

Leadership and Service with the University of California

In 2025, Zaretsky began facilitating for the University of California Office of the President (UCOP) Economic Impact Advisory Council, where he also serves as a council member. He led two major sessions—March and October 2025—focused on advancing supplier diversity, innovation, and entrepreneurship across California’s academic and business ecosystems.

Inspiring Audiences Worldwide

Zaretsky has spoken on international stages, including the Humanity Summit in Portugal (2024), and shared platforms with top business icons Sharon Lechter, Greg Kimble, Dan Fleyschman, and David Meltzer. His keynote topics center on empowerment, innovation, and launching forward into the next phase of success.

The Launch Button Community

At the heart of his brand is the Launch Button Community—a hub for entrepreneurs, investors, and speakers seeking growth, accountability, and purpose. Through mentorship, training, and networking, the community embodies Zaretsky’s philosophy: “You don’t have to launch alone.

A Vision Beyond Launch

As Zaretsky continues expanding The Launch Button brand, his focus remains on helping people transform their goals into measurable success. His message is both simple and universal:

“Everyone has a launch button. My mission is to help you find yours and push it to reach your next level.”

About Hugh Zaretsky

• Author:The Launch Button; The Power of the Platform: Speakers on Purpose (co-author with Les Brown, Jack Canfield & Brian Tracy)
  
  
• Trainer: Real Brokerage, Renatus Education (Real Estate Marketing & Sales; Introduction to Short-Term Rentals), Reskills.com (ITOL, AAA, ACTD certified)
  
  
• Founder: Express with Impact, Profit Caravan Bootcamp, Launch Button Community
  
  
• Facilitator & Member: UC Office of the President – Economic Impact Advisory Council
  
  
• Speaker: Humanity Summit Portugal & international entrepreneurship events