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Welcome to another insightful episode of the J2 Hub podcast! In today's episode, we delve deep into the connection between food, health optimization, and disease prevention with Dr. Anthony Chaffee, a renowned medical doctor and expert in metabolic health. Dr. Chaffee shares his incredible journey of understanding how diet, particularly a high-fat, meat-based ketogenic diet, can transform your life and even combat serious diseases like cancer.What you will discover:

In this powerful 1-hour episode, I, your host, James Sahota, have an in-depth conversation with the remarkable Seif El Hakim. From corporate executive to entrepreneur managing an 8-figure portfolio, former athlete, author, and founder of the alpha movement, Seif shares his journey and insights on becoming truly unstoppable.

Join me, your host James Sahota, and my incredible wife Gurdeep for a fascinating 1hr episode as we embark on a new series exploring family, marriage, relocation, parenting, education, and more.

In this insightful 1hr episode, James and Remus take you on an engaging journey through real estate, lifestyle, and personal growth!

In this hotly debated 1-hour episode, James, Tamer, and Bee delve into the revolutionary impact of AI in business, real estate, and beyond! From automating email responses to generating high-quality leads, AI can change the game for entrepreneurs everywhere.

Welcome to another inspiring episode of The J2 Hub Podcast, coming to you from the vibrant city of Dubai! Hosted by James, this episode features an extraordinary guest, Alfred Dzadey. Join them as they explore Alfred's journey from £10 million dreams to £100 million realities.Alfred shares his early experiences at Jaguar Land Rover, where he realized the limitations of a conventional 9-5 job. Facing redundancy during the disruptive era of Covid, Alfred turned this setback into a hidden blessing by pivoting his career towards property. With the right mentors and experts, he embarked on an incredible journey into HMO conversion.What sets Alfred apart is his unwavering commitment to personal growth. He's invested over £100,000 in his own education, learning from renowned figures like Grant Cardone.In this episode, James and Alfred discuss their audacious goal of reaching £100 million in assets, a milestone they've set their sights on after achieving £10 million. Discover the secrets to setting massive goals and actionable strategies to turn dreams into reality.Whether you're new to business or a seasoned pro, this episode offers invaluable insights to propel your journey to success.

Dissecting the UK Market, Social Media Obsession, Dubai Investment Frenzy, Curriculum Controversies, and More!Ladies and gentlemen hold onto your seats because Uncle James is back, and this time he's ditched the UK for the sandy beaches of Dubai! Lucky him, am I right? Introducing the one and only star-studded J2 Hub Product Podcast featuring James Sahota, aka "Uncle James Sahota." In this episode, he sits down with his buddy Rishi from Smart City Finance, who's all about lending and life insurance products for Property Developers and investors in the UK.Get ready for a wild ride as they cover a range of topics, including the UK property market, interest rate hikes, social media fakeness, and some controversial topics such as oral sex and other ridiculousness being taught in UK schools to six-year-olds. Oh, and let's not forget about why James escaped to Dubai and the benefits of living there. Spoiler alert: it's not just for the tax breaks. So, grab your favourite caffeinated beverage or something a bit stronger because you won't want to miss this episode where they let it all hang out and don't give a care in the world! And if you want to connect with Rishi, he's just a message away at the details below;

Crypto! Where do you start? Should you buy TejCoin or JamesCoin? Could it be a rugpull? It just dropped 50% from all time high lately – so erm, are we buying the dip… or catching a falling knife? IT's very tricky to start here, there's a lot of misinformation, no clear idea and the volatility is crazy. We talk about how we look at it, what we like to invest in/with, but more importantly share details of our upcoming networking event. thepropertyevent.co.ukLet's stay connected - James Social Connections ⁣⁣⁣⁣Instagram - http://ow.ly/38w250zaefc

Did you miss us? We've been so busy, we haven't started the next series of our podcasts together but guess what. 2022 marks the return! Every month you will be getting a new show, with us, and probably some cool guests. Today we talk about our goals, motivation vs discipline, habits, fitness and running in minus 3 degrees. Yep, you can guess which one of us it was! Tune in and don't forget to get your tickets: thepropertyevent.co.ukLet's stay connected - James Social Connections ⁣⁣Instagram - http://ow.ly/38w250zaefc

It's getting harder to find deals in this crowded property market. ⁣⁣⁣In this podcast, James talk's about the steps he takes and sources he uses to find deals in this hugely unpredictable property market. ⁣⁣⁣If you're finding it hard to get potential deals and have exhausted the avenues you normally use then this podcast is one you don't want to miss.⁣⁣⁣Let's stay connected - James Social Connections ⁣⁣⁣Instagram - http://ow.ly/38w250zaefc

No doubt you've heard the term ‘flipping property,' but what does it actually mean, and how do you successfully carry out a flip step by step? Everyone rushes into BTLs, HMOs, and doing BRR's - which is an excellent approach in itself; however, it can take a long time to feel its financial impact. A Flip can have you in/out in 6-8 months, generating anywhere from £15,000 to £150,000 and beyond in profit. Imagine creating this money. It could allow you to quit your job early and go into Property full time, give you more substantial purchasing power foryour BRR portfolio or pay for your lifestyle and/or family.In this latest podcast, Tej and I talk about the Flip strategy, why we feel it's often overlooked, and why we think it should be part of your overall property game plan. This is one you don't want to miss; I've taken a break from the podcast scene, but I'm now firmly back in the recording seat, and you expect some exciting episodes from me every week. If you want to find out more about the whole flipping property strategy, why not join Tej and me for our Flip London Weekend course that takes place on the 6th and 7th of November. To register, simply direct message me via Instagram or use the link below to register your interest. http://bitly.ws/grQHLet's stay connected - James Social Connections Instagram - http://ow.ly/38w250zaefc

The first time I came across Search Land was when it was recommended to me by my partner in crime, and I can truthfully say it's the best land searching software I have ever used. I've described it as the Apple of Land Searching, and what I mean by this is, it's a pleasure to use, similar to all Apple products. If Apple were to design a land searching software, it would be this. ⁣⁣⁣The interface is so intuitive and easy to navigate; nothing about this software is clunky or complicated; the team at Search Land has developed something unique. The fact that the whole team works so close together means things get done at record speed. Having the developer sitting next to the demo guy means tweaks and changes are actioned quickly, and new features added all the time. ⁣⁣⁣In this information overload episode, Hugh and I compare how it used to be trying to find sites compared to what it's like now with software to assist. Hugh talks about how the software is designed to give you the data you need quickly and, in turn, help you access and make decisions quickly. ⁣⁣⁣Hugh talks about some of the exciting features the software already has and some major developments coming real soon. (Listen in as I don't want to spoil it for you)⁣⁣⁣Every time I speak to Hugh, it's clear to see his passion, and I think having passion and a clear vision in any business is what separates you from your competition. Search Land is more than just a job, and that is clear to see. ⁣⁣⁣We have our very own unique link, which gets you 10% off the software for the year. ⁣⁣⁣https://searchland.co.uk/?via=james⁣⁣⁣Well done, team Search Land! ⁣⁣⁣Let's stay connected - James Social Connections ⁣⁣⁣Instagram - http://ow.ly/38w250zaefc

It was a pleasure interviewing Dee at the beginning of the year, and six months later, I decided it was an excellent time to recap with him and boy, what a recap this was. ⁣⁣⁣It's incredible how much has happened since we last spoke, and both our lives have changed massively; many of the things Dee predicted six months ago have come to fruition, and everyone who thought he was talking a load of nonsense now seems to have gone quiet. ⁣⁣⁣In this mind-blowing episode, we spoke about everything from mental health, counselling, family, work, relationships, the state of the world today, the changing of the financial system, property and of course, defi and crypto. ⁣⁣⁣You don't want to miss this episode; it's packed full of golden nuggets and some serious knowledge bombs. ⁣⁣⁣If you got value from this episode, please leave the podcast a review on the apple podcast or on ‘The J2 Hub' Facebook page. ⁣⁣⁣Let's stay connected - James Social Connections ⁣⁣⁣Instagram - http://ow.ly/38w250zaefc

If someone owes you money, you have two options, let them get away with it or make an example of them and ensure you get your debt paid. ⁣⁣⁣I decided to take option two and fought hard to get my debt paid, especially as I knew the agents were taking the absolute piss out of me and using Covid19 as an excuse. Had they given me a legitimate reason why they couldn't pay, and if they were genuinely hard up, I probably would have worked with them. ⁣⁣⁣In today's episode, I talk about the process I took to get this debt paid, the communication, the letters, court action, preparing evidence, and going to trial.⁣⁣⁣Don't be put off by the lengthy process or the form filling; courts and judges are fair people, and when justice is served, and victory is won, it's a great sense of overall joy. ⁣⁣⁣I have a great module coming soon in my eLearning platform, which talks about the whole process and has all the template letters and documents I used to win my case. Look out for this! ⁣⁣⁣“Don't ever be afraid to ask for money that is owed to you or to take someone to court if they refuse to play ball” ⁣⁣Let's stay connected - James Social Connections ⁣⁣⁣Instagram - http://ow.ly/38w250zaefc

One of my biggest fears was always the sudden loss of my mother. I used to think about it all the time. The older I got, the more it was apparent and openly being a mummy's boy (which I'm proud of, by the way), I knew one day I would have to deal with it. In a weird kind of way, I'm glad mum's condition gave me time to process the grief and the whole process and not have it be a sudden shock. ⁣⁣⁣Mum always took an interest and was involved directly with my work, she was almost like a silent board member who always wanted to be involved or at least wanted to be told what was going on. In a weird kind of way I really enjoyed having her by my side, especially in the last project we did together. Forget having a builder's mate to help you. I had my very own Daisy mate, a labourer, a tradesman and everything in between. ⁣⁣⁣There comes a time in your life when you realise your parents are not going to be around forever, and for me, this happened about 3 years ago when I wrote the following line in my daily journal. ⁣⁣⁣"Spend time with my mother, ring her or see her so that I have no time regrets once she does depart this earth."⁣⁣⁣And that's exactly what I did. I made a consensus effort to call her, see her, tell her rude jokes and just be in her presence. ⁣⁣⁣Daisy Sahota, A daughter, a mother, a wife, a companion, a life partner, a grandmother, a colleague and a damn right awesome woman! You will be sadly missed. ⁣⁣⁣Let's stay connected - James Social Connections ⁣⁣⁣Instagram - http://ow.ly/38w250zaefc

Side hustles!⁣⁣ ⁣Everyone loves to use this phrase, especially Americans. Well, today we are talking about how you can effectively run a property business, whilst also having a 9-5 job.⁣⁣ ⁣It's not easy, you will likely grow slower and it may cost you more, but there are many benefits, which we speak about. Faith Locken joins us to talk about how she balances both of these time and mind intensive roles, how her workplace feels and how you can do it effectively.⁣⁣ ⁣When is the right time to quit? We also discuss this, and offer alternative views on it.⁣⁣⁣Let's stay connected - James Social Connections ⁣⁣⁣Instagram - http://ow.ly/38w250zaefc

What does graft mean to you? Working hard, or working smart? We could argue all day long which one is better, or, we could just start working!⁣ ⁣ ⁣Craig is the definition of a grafter, if you follow him on IG you will see this – daily.⁣ ⁣ ⁣We talk about what it takes to be successful in property, common mistakes with hard work, but also how it is very personal and applies to us all individually.⁣ ⁣ ⁣If you need motivation, or feel like you're under or over working – tune in!⁣⁣ ⠀⠀⠀⁣Let's stay connected - James Social Connections ⁣⁣⁣Instagram - http://ow.ly/38w250zaefc

Imagine spending this much time in a job, same commute, same people, same water-cooler ‘banter' and routine. It's very difficult to escape this, you become so conditioned to what you're doing, having a manager and structure to govern you. Quitting at this stage requires careful planning, but also the confidence and bravery to reject this lifestyle.⁣ ⁣ ⁣Tyna, did just that. What a success she's made of it. We discuss the ups, downs and best practise for quitting your job. It's not something to be taken lightly, especially if you have dependents, a mortgage, bills, cars etc. It's a jump, but if you want freedom it has to be done.⁣ ⁣ ⁣James and Tej talk about their experiences quitting their jobs/other businesses and the best bits of advice from those experiences.⁣ ⁣ ⁣Tyna has already featured on the J2 Hub Podcast in the past and it was an awesome episode full of truths and laughs, it was an absolute pleasure to have her back on again. ⁣ ⁣ ⠀⠀⠀⁣Let's stay connected - James Social Connections ⁣⁣⁣Instagram - http://ow.ly/38w250zaefc

⁣⁣ENERGY. One word that describes Rubi, and what we love about her. She is an absolute fireball, burning with passion, realism and motivation.⁣⁣⁣You'll hear this come through today, I promise you, it's infectious. She has had a real rollercoaster in Property so far, she's tried things, realised that's not what she wants to do, and left it to continue onto other things. It's not a failure, it's a lesson, each and every time. If you're new in property, her story will inspire you and show you it's OK to make mistakes.⁣⁣⁣James and Tej talk about what we struggled with when we first started, many things, deal analysis was a big issue for James as he just purchased houses without a spreadsheet… typical!⁣⁣⁣⁣Let's stay connected - James Social Connections⁣⁣⁣Instagram - http://ow.ly/38w250zaefc

“I don't care, I will argue on the internet, if he wants it, I'm ready!” – Paraphrased from this Podcast. TJ is hilarious, but really he is a very intelligent man. We talk about Rent2Rent as a strategy, how much money you need, and an overview of the process, plus why TJ loves it. It's a great approach for beginners with no experience and little cash.⠀⠀ ⠀We also talk about haters on the internet, and how he sells his education without changing the way people perceive him. He produces so much content, go check him out on IG.⠀⠀ ⠀James & Tej cover the murky, sharky world of Property Education too, our experiences with it and what we think should be done. Also, how to spot a good trainer vs a bad one.⠀⠀⠀Let's stay connected - James Social Connections ⠀⠀⠀Instagram - http://ow.ly/38w250zaefc

Davinder, the queen of HMOs. She has raised so much money, purchased many properties and built a life of freedom for herself. She's been on both Podcasts, and has spoken at Tej's networking event, where so many people turned up, she broke the venue capacity allowance!⠀ ⠀⠀We take a different approach this time, we talk about our upbringing and parents, and the statement ‘Your beginning doesn't dictate the end'. Can you escape what family, friends, your network are saying/instilling in you, or are you always doomed because of your start in life?⠀ ⠀⠀Interesting topic, and we share some cultural insight as we have similar backgrounds.⠀⠀⠀Let's stay connected - James Social Connections ⠀⠀⠀Instagram - http://ow.ly/38w250zaefc

We like Stu. How often do you say that about a Solicitor? We jest, sort of. A lot can be really annoying, slow response times, errors and just not the service level we expect for the price. He's been in the business for 20+ years.⠀⠀ ⠀Stu and PCS are different, they have worked with James and Tej, in fact they've done 8+ transactions with Tej, and will continue to do them. So we personally vouch for them. Email Tej for an introduction: hello@tejinvests.com⠀⠀ ⠀We discuss the wild world of Legals and Conveyancing, the good, bad and downright ugly. Also, how a Solicitors firm is actually run, what it costs, and why the fees are so. Also, we uncover the difference between Conveyancers and Solicitors.⠀⠀⠀Let's stay connected - James Social Connections ⠀⠀⠀Instagram - http://ow.ly/38w250zaefc

Tenants are customers. When was the last time you heard this? Probably never. They aren't seen or treated like them, perhaps this stems from the government's pathetic treatment towards good landlords, this creates a divide between us. We personally feel it, from the laws that are against us… anyway, rant over.⠀ ⠀ ⠀They pay the mortgage, and your profit. So, they are like any other customer in any business, except a little tricker as you can't just get rid of them, and it's not easy to deal with non-payers. Which is why it's vital you get it right at the start. If you create a great environment, then you will find great tenants who want to look after the space. Right?⠀ ⠀ ⠀So, why don't we think of the TX (Tenant Experience). Jess is a Leader (get it) at this. It's at the forefront of her investments, ethos and interior design. Tenants notice the hard work she puts in, and Investors work with her because her core values are important to her, and the bottom line.⠀ ⠀ ⠀We discuss what you can do to find awesome tenants, how to vet them, and what design tricks you can use to do better.⠀⠀⠀Let's stay connected - James Social Connections ⠀⠀⠀Instagram - http://ow.ly/38w250zaefc

Instagram is our favourite Social Media platform, it combines so many functions and features that work very well in Property. However, it's not easy to set up, scale up and build a community. It takes time, consistency and following some core guiding principles.⠀⠀ ⠀Chris Taylor is a master of IG, he knows what he's doing, and his sales records prove this. James is also doing training with him at the moment, so he co-signs him.⠀⠀ ⠀We talk about the good and bad of IG, common mistakes Property Investors make, how to be epic at IG, if you really need a high tech camera and mic, plus much more.⠀⠀ ⠀Instagram has been so powerful for the Duo, in many ways. If you're not on it, what's stopping you? Have a listen to us.⠀⠀⠀

Saif is a master of detail. What he doesn't track, measure and improve isn't worth talking about. His attention to detail and numerical skills are incredible, and he applies these so well to Property Investing, something we could all do better. Working with Builders is tough, it really is.⠀⠀ ⠀We clear this up with Saif, and also between Tej & James, as we all have some horrible and wonderful experiences with Builders in our time. Lots lost, lots won.⠀⠀ ⠀If you are new to property, or want a reminder, this episode is THE guide to managing builders. Plus the usual laughs that come from the infamous Property Duo.⠀⠀⠀Let's stay connected - James Social Connections ⠀⠀⠀Instagram - http://ow.ly/38w250zaefc

Every so often I interview someone who gets me thinking about my own goals, strategies, and if I'm focused on what I'm doing or just going with the flow. ⠀⠀⠀This was one of those episodes where I walked away massively inspired, pumped and immediately made some decisions to tweak my own property investing business.⠀⠀⠀Life long friends Malkit and Sanjay have a real synergy when you speak to them, it's almost as if they know what the other is going to say before he has said it. A real testament to how trustworthy their friendship and a business relationship is. ⠀⠀⠀As the title states, they're an overnight success, but that's not entirely true. They've spent the last twenty years carving out a well thought out plan and the last ten of these mastering the HMO space with some stunning developments and projects which they have won numerous awards for. (Check out there inspiring Instagram page)⠀⠀⠀In this podcast, the HMO duo talks about everything from how they started, the challenges they have both faced, the mistakes that have been made along the way, but most importantly how they have stuck to the vision, the plan and the ultimate goal which has led to the success of Malkit and Sanjay and their powerful brand Savoys Properties.⠀⠀⠀If you're new to property or even a seasoned investor, this is a podcast you don't want to miss. The whole episode is full of some super insightful information, and golden nuggets of advice. ⠀⠀⠀Let's stay connected - James Social Connections ⠀⠀⠀Instagram - http://ow.ly/38w250zaefc

Alfred Dzadey is one of those people I compare to as Marmite. You either love him or you hate him and judging from my time with Alfred over the last few months, I don't think he cares if you like him or not. What he does care about is if your vision and outlook align with him, and if you're of the same mindset type. ⠀⠀⠀On this podcast, Alfred and I talk about all things property. How he got started, how he knew early on in his career that there has to be more to life than just the 9-5, how he took it upon himself to invest £24,000 of his life savings to educate himself around the whole subject area of property investing. ⠀⠀⠀He's not one to start small either, his first deal was a seven-bed HMO, and he successfully managed to raise finance from a private investor to carry out this deal. The result was simply fantastic; you can see more of this project on Alfred's growing Youtube platform where documents his journey and posts excellent content. ⠀⠀⠀One of the biggest takeaways from this podcast is Alfred's ability to raise finance from private individuals; I put him on the spot and carried out a role-play session where he successfully convinced me to part with £75k of my own money. A true don! ⠀⠀⠀If you're looking to raise private investment and need a step by step plan, be sure to tune into this incredible podcast. I learnt a hell of a lot myself! ⠀⠀⠀Let's stay connected - James Social Connections ⠀⠀⠀Instagram - http://ow.ly/38w250zaefc

He's a model, the host of the ever-popular 5 am club, Bitcoin fanatic and now a sunny Dubai resident. It's my absolute pleasure to kick start 2021 on “The J2 Hub” podcast with no other than the man himself, Dee Ludlow or Daniel as he is not so commonly known! ⠀⠀⠀Dee has always been on my hit list of people to get on the podcast, but I wanted to save him for a time in the year when people would want to listen to the great things he has to say and what better time than the start of the new year when everyone is feeling a little more pumped than usual. ⠀⠀⠀One thing that fascinates me about Dee is his knowledge, and the level of understanding this guy has about a wide variety of subject areas, from Property, World markets, interest rates, banking, bitcoin and of course my favourite “How the world is massively changing.”⠀⠀⠀In this podcast, we spoke about what the new world will look like after lockdown, how there will never be a back to normal. If people don't adapt and develop new products, solutions and digital-based assets, you could soon be left behind just as Blockbuster was when Netflix came to town. ⠀⠀⠀This is an episode I strongly advise you to listen to and take notes. Dee is an intelligent bloke, and has predicted a lot of what is happening in the Economy today and continues to predict what may happen in the future. ⠀⠀⠀Let's stay connected - James Social Connections ⠀⠀⠀Instagram - http://ow.ly/38w250zaefc

I'm back after a much-needed recalibration and some time away from podcasting to deal with some devastating family news, which I may talk about in a later podcast. ⠀⠀⠀It's almost the end of the year and nearly 12 months since “The J2 Hub Podcast” launched. We are 60 solid episodes in, and I'm happy to say it's been a delightful journey so far, and long may it continue. ⠀⠀⠀I decided to mix it up a little and do a podcast which looks at my time during the lockdown and some of the issues. I've had to deal with some of the positive things to come from it too. ⠀⠀⠀This episode focuses on Rogue management agents, legal court action, a successful James style eviction during the height of no evictions, a massive amount of lost rental revenue and a rather enjoyable £150k refurb which is soon coming to an end. ⠀⠀⠀If you get value from this podcast, all I ask is you leave me a review on Apple podcast or the Facebook page. If you feel this episode could help someone, please do share it with them.⠀⠀⠀Let's stay connected - James Social Connections ⠀⠀⠀Instagram - http://ow.ly/38w250zaefc

It's not often a fellow podcaster joins me unless he's wearing a bright yellow t-shirt, so it was a pleasure to have Rob Smallbone from the Property Nomads podcast join me for a chat. I've tuned into Rob's podcasts before, and it's always a great blend of Property, travel, history and all things Economics, so I was keen to get his views on a number of different topics. ⠀⠀⠀We spoke about all things Podcasting and what it actually takes to start a podcast, what makes a good podcast and how you stay committed and deliver value and content week after week. Rob also talks about the importance of knowing if your podcast is a business or just a hobby and how popular podcasts are in the current world we are living in. ⠀⠀⠀As well as for Podcasting we cover the following topics too;⠀⠀⠀Our Property Strategies ⠀Investor Finance - How we go about raising money ⠀The current state of the market - Our opinions only.⠀Predictions for the future. (Rob delivers some serious knowledge here) ⠀⠀⠀It was an absolute pleasure connecting with Rob, and I was blown away at how clever this young chap is when it comes to talking about the Economy and where he feels things are heading.⠀⠀⠀Let's stay connected - James Social Connections ⠀⠀⠀Instagram - http://ow.ly/38w250zaefc