Experience Matters Podcast

Join Kent and Chris Clothier as they discuss how fanatical Memphis Invest is about customer service! Whether its an investor, a vendor, or a resident, we take a look behind the scenes on what it takes to bring excellent customer service in all we do!

Build It and They Will Come by Kent Clothier Sr.

Discipline and Calculating Risk by Kent Clothier Sr.

Own The Mission by Kent Clothier Sr.

Many investors may be tempted to jump into real estate investing before ‘knowing their why’. In this episode, Kent, Brett and Kevin talk about how your goals and motivation are directly correlated to your investing success. We’ll hear Brett’s ‘why’ and his strategy that got him to 45 properties and his sound advice to investors looking into investing outside of their area.

Overcoming Challenges for The New Investor Episode 1 by Kent Clothier Sr.

Surrounding Yourself With Great People Throughout Your Career by Kent Clothier Sr.

Have you ever wondered what makes a good turnkey investment company? Kent and Chris Clothier discuss in this episode how to provide the BEST turnkey experience for investors by using this 4 step approach: purchasing the property, paying for the renovations, managing the property, and providing exceptional customer support.

An Inside Look at Turn Key Investing by Kent Clothier Sr.

Building A Portfolio Is The Key To Turn - Key Real Estate Success by Kent Clothier Sr.

Real Estate Investing & Family Business...Mixing Can Be Hazardous to Your Health! by Kent Clothier Sr.

This week on the Experience Matters Podcast, Kent Clothier Sr and Kevin Hommel are talking about what it takes to scale your business to the next level. In just over 5 years, Memphis Invest has gone from a 20+ million to a 100+ million dollar company... As you will hear in this episode, this didnt happen by accident. This was a strategic plan that took an incredible amount of teamwork, training, innovation, hard work and execution. Listen to the podcast below as they share key takeaways that helped scale Memphis Invest to where it is today!

This week on the Experience Matters Podcast, Kent Clothier Sr, and Kevin Homel are excited to have Chris and Brett Clothier join the show! I'm sure you have heard...sometimes business and family aren't necessarily the best combinations. However, the Clothier family have successfully built a 100+ million dollar "family owned" company together! Now, that is not to say there haven't been some disagreements here or there...as you will hear in this podcast, there have been some serious...we'll call it "discussions" along the way. However, the family has learned to work together to ultimately bring out the best in qualities in each other to create a great a one of a kind "family owned" business! Watch the podcast below as the Clothier family talks about their journey in business together!

This week on the Experience Matters Podcast, Kent Clothier Sr, and Kevin Homel discuss "Fulfilling Your Potential". In life, it's easy to get stuck on autopilot and live in your comfort zone. For some, that's exactly where you want to be... For others...You love the constant challenge of achieving greatness. You love for others to push you outside of your comfort zone and propel you to achieve your true potential.

This week on the Experience Matters Podcast, Kent Clothier Sr, and Kevin Homel discuss "Mental Toughness" and the impact it has on succeeding in your journey. In business, athletics, education or any possible career or education path, there is one foundational component that sets you apart...MENTAL TOUGHNESS

Two years ago, Kent wanted to illustrate the importance of kindness and friendship, to children and adults alike! From manners to sharing, this little book shows that all anyone wants is respect and friendship. Request your book before January 10 and we'd love to send you a complimentary copy of this heartwarming book!

This week on the Experience Matters Podcast, Kent Clothier Sr, and Kevin Homel talk about the term "Inspect what you Expect". This is a phrase that Kent Clothier Sr, has been using to motivate and empower his team for over 30 years. When you set the precedent for what is expected of your team but never follow up on accountability, are you truly setting them up for success? As a leader, it is extremely important to follow-up with your team to praise or show recognition for a job well done or challenge and motivate them to do better when improvement is needed.

This week on the Experience Matters Podcast, Kent Clothier Sr, and Kevin Homel talk about hiring for excellence. Successful business owners and leaders know that finding the right people to work for you will make or break your business, while poor hiring decisions can cost you big time. Bad hires are expensive in terms of the effort and money that is paid and lost, not to mention the negative impact it can have on your culture. So....How do you make sure you are hiring the "right" person?

This week on the Experience Matters Podcast, Kent Clothier Sr, and Kevin Homel talk about the impact being obsessed with clients has on the overall experience. Kent Clothier Sr, starts off by setting the tone for the podcast by sharing a quote that Memphis lives by. "We strive to create an experience for our clients that makes them feel good in a way that they might not be able to explain". Trust me when I say this podcast is a MUST for any business looking to create exceptional experiences.

This week on the Experience Matters Podcast, Kent Clothier Sr and Kevin Homel continue their podcast from Experience Matters Expo 2017 in Grapevine, TX. In this episode, we invited 4 current clients on the stage to have "real" conversation and answer questions with people who attended the event. This is part 3, in our 3 part series.

This week on the Experience Matters Podcast, Kent Clothier Sr and Kevin Homel are changing things up a bit...We recently hosted Experience Matters Expo 2017 in Grapevine, TX and because of the overwhelmingly positive feedback, we decided to make this segment of the event part of our podcast. In this episode, we invited 4 current clients on the stage to have "real" conversation and answer questions with people who attended the event. This is part 2, in our 3 part series.

This week on the Experience Matters Podcast, Kent Clothier Sr and Kevin Homel are changing things up a bit...We recently hosted Experience Matters Expo 2017 in Grapevine, TX and because of the overwhelming positive feedback, we decided to make this segment of the event part of our podcast. In this episode, we invited 4 current clients on the stage to have "real" conversation and answer questions with people who attended the event.

This week on the Experience Matters Podcast, Kent Clothier Sr and Kevin Homel take a deep dive into Memphis Invest's renovation process. At any given time, Memphis Invest has over 100 active renovations. In order to achieve this monumental task it takes more than just money...It takes an incredible team, process and systems.

This week on the Experience Matters Podcast, Kent Clothier Sr and Kevin Homel discuss being the greatest at what matters in your business. In this episode, we break down why Memphis Invest has been successful to this point and what it takes for you to do the same!

This week on the Experience Matters Podcast, Kent Clothier Sr and Kevin Homel discuss the pursuit of excellence in business. Being lazy or complacent does NOT work...However, focusing on excellence gives you a competitive edge that will set you and your business apart!

This week on the Experience Matters Podcast, Kent Clothier Sr and Kevin Homel discuss what it takes to be an Entrepreneur. Sure, we all have great ideas, passion and the drive to succeed.. but do we really have what it takes to be a successful entrepreneur? This quick podcast will dive into that topic today!

This week on the Experience Matters Podcast, Kent Clothier Sr and Kevin Homel discuss the "Core Four" within Memphis Invest. These groups are the key to making sure everyone involved with Memphis Invest delivers an exceptional experience! Kevin has three questions (asked by you) and we can't wait to share them with you!b

This week on the Experience Matters Podcast, Chris Clothier joins Kent Clothier Sr, to discuss "competition and winning" in business. Chris has three intentional questions (and possibly more) ready to ask his dad! With over 50 years in business entrepreneurship experience, and multiple successful business ventures, you dont want to miss what drives Kent Clothier Sr, to excellence! business owner

This week on the Experience Matters Podcast, Kent Clothier Sr, and Kevin Hommel will discuss "Fear and Risk" as a business entrepreneur. We have three questions that our listeners submitted and we can't wait to share the answers with you!

This week on the Experience Matters Podcast, Kent Clothier Sr, and Kevin Hommel will focus on "The Entrepreneurial Mindset". We have three questions that our listeners submitted and we can't wait to share the answers with you! Don't forget to submit your questions to be answered on an upcoming podcast! Email our team here: info@memphisinvest.com

Focus and Discipline are two traits often used to describe Memphis Invest and Premier Property Management companies. This week Kent Sr. dives into these two disciplines and how they have shaped our company and his career as an entrepreneur. Pay attention, because this week, the podcast starts digging in and getting REAL!

My Entrepreneurial Journey - Episode 6 by Kent Clothier Sr.

My Entrepreneurial Journey - Episode 5 by Kent Clothier Sr.

My Entrepreneurial Journey - Episode 4 by Kent Clothier Sr.

Learned a lot about managing and leading people - 3:15 One of the most challenging jobs he ever had - 4:35 Promoted to District Manager for Minyards - 6:30 At age 32, Kent Sr, was promoted to director of retail operations - 9:54 Left Minyard stores and started his entrepreneur path - 11:05 First reality check as an entrepreneur : 12:45 Kevin asks Kent Sr. some questions - 14:40 A new opportunity - 19:00 Memphis TN - 21:05 Diverting "wholesale" business - 21:55

The Journey started 35 years ago with some ups and downs... - :49 Started working at 14 years old - 2:21 Oldest son of 5 children and talked the owner of a laundry to let him clean up at night - 3:21 Stated working for .50 cents an hour!! - 4:15 His first car was a 1964 Dodge Dart that his Dad bought and he paid back every dollar - 7:23 At 17 years old he was opening and closing a Minyards Food Store - 7:20 Kevin Hommel makes his appearance... - 12:05 Summer of 1972 - promoted to run his own store at 21 yrs old... 16:50 An opportunity was laid in my lap and I had to go for it... 21:00

The story before the story... - 2:34 1983 is a pivotal year and played huge role in his success today - 3:01 Kent & Kevin come from different angles, but end up at the same place - 5:15 No matter where you come from in business, there is something here for you - 5:30 The importance of hard work, people, delegation, mind-set - 6:25 You do not need a degree or advanced education to be successful - 7:20 For those work hard, stay persistent, never quit, surround yourself with good people... - 7:50