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If you've ever wondered how to raise capital for real estate investing, this episode breaks it all down. Jake & Gino co-founder Gino Barbaro shares a step-by-step guide to mastering the art of raising money—from your very first deal to becoming an expert capital raiser. Whether you're funding your first duplex or managing millions in multifamily, this episode will help you raise capital with confidence and integrity.In this How To Raise Capital for Real Estate Investing lesson, Gino explains the three growth stages—beginner, intermediate, and expert—and exactly what to focus on at each level. You'll learn how to build a credible personal brand, create content that attracts investors, systemize your CRM and follow-ups, and develop long-term investor trust. Discover the mindset, skills, and systems used by top multifamily operators to raise capital consistently.Connect with Gino Barbaro at JakeandGino.com or email gino@jakeandgino.com We're here to help create multifamily entrepreneurs... Here's how: Brand New? Start Here: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/free-wheelbarrowprofits Want To Get Into Multifamily Real Estate Or Scale Your Current Portfolio Faster? Apply to join our PREMIER MULTIFAMILY INVESTING COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM. (*Note: Our community is not for beginner investors)
On this episode of HALO Talks, host Pete Moore sits down with Logan Chierotti, founder of Physician's Choice supplements, to dig into the in's and out's of building a high-growth company in the HALO space. Logan discusses his journey from working in digital marketing to launching what is now the top probiotic brand on Amazon, with annual revenues approaching $250 million. He opens up about the importance of focusing on value and science-backed products, the challenges of navigating both e-com and retail distribution, and the lessons learned in building a top-tier executive team. Whether you're a health club operator considering selling supplements or an entrepreneur looking for growth tips, you'll want to hear Logan's takeaways on company culture, self-awareness, and long-term success in a rapidly evolving, highly-competitive space. When it comes to educating customers beyond just price, Logan states, "We wanted to give consumers value. And what's nice is with the Internet or e-commerce or even . . . med spas or health clubs, is you can educate the consumer more, right? They come into your store or they come online and you have all the marketing there so you can really educate them as opposed to just dropping your product in Walmart, which is a pure brand or commodity game. People are buying there based on price or based on packaging, versus when you control the distribution channels, you can educate them a lot more." Key themes discussed Transition from e-commerce to retail distribution strategies. Building a high-quality executive and leadership team. Navigating retailer partnerships and managing risk. Importance of a singular brand focus: Probiotics and gut health. Educating versus marketing to the consumer. Value and growth of subscription business models. Founder self-awareness and letting go of ego. A Few Key Takeaways: 1. Hyper-Growth Through Strategic Focus: Logan shared how Physician's Choice grew quickly by narrowing their initial focus to just probiotics and gut health. Rather than trying to be everything to everyone, they became the top probiotic brand by focusing on a science-backed, in-demand supplement. 2. Controlling Distribution—Don't Chase Every Retailer: Logan emphasized the importance of controlling your own distribution channels, especially in the early stages. He cautioned against being seduced by “sexy” big box retail deals, which often shift risk onto the product provider and can become a logistical and financial nightmare. Physician's Choice only says yes to retailers who agree to their terms. 3. Value-Driven Brand Built on Education: The brand positioned itself as a value brand—affordable, yet backed by science and trust in the name. They focused on educating consumers through controlled channels like e-commerce and social media rather than relying on traditional retail, where purchasing decisions are much more driven by price and packaging. 4. Building a Strong Executive Team: Chierotti's biggest learning was recognizing his own strengths and weaknesses early. He surrounded himself with a high-level executive team, brought in a CEO when the company reached a certain size, and freely gave equity to key hires. He stressed that hiring smart people and getting out of their way was crucial to scaling up. 5. The Power and Patience of the Subscription Model: About 40-50% of Physician's Choice revenue comes from subscriptions—compounded over years. Logan pointed out how businesses (health clubs, supplement companies, etc.) often underestimate how long and compounding subscription revenue can take to build, but if you stick with it and focus on customer retention, the growth will come. Resources: Logan Chierotti: https://www.linkedin.com/in/loganchierotti Physician's Choice: https://www.physicianschoice.com Integrity Square: https://www.integritysq.com Prospect Wizard: https://www.theprospectwizard.com Promotion Vault: http://www.promotionvault.com HigherDose: http://www.higherdose.com
Want a clear read on 2025 Hiring Trends from someone who's placed talent nationwide for 20+ years? Frontline Source Group CEO Bill Kasko joins Jake & Gino to unpack the real shifts behind AI, return-to-office, and why employers reclaimed leverage since late 2024.We break down how the market flipped post-September 2024 and what that means for offers, counteroffers, and retention. Bill explains why workforce participation, aging demographics, and the gig economy reshaped recruiting—and how AI is speeding up that evolution without replacing the “human touch.” You'll learn how companies are cutting costs via tech (think VOIP vs. receptionists), why average tenure keeps shrinking, and how 2025 Hiring Trends favor organizations with tight communication, culture, and training—whether remote, hybrid, or in-office. We also hit budget cycles, the H-1B conversation for tech skills, and what could re-ignite growth if rates pull back. If you're hiring—or job-hunting—this is your roadmap to 2025 Hiring Trends.Connect with Bill Kasko: Frontline Source Group (frontlinesourcegroup.com) and on LinkedIn.Chapters:00:00 – Introduction01:18 – From ERP dreams to a national staffing firm: the “Costanza Theory” pivot06:28 – Participation drops, aging workforce, and the talent gap explained14:32 – AI + automation: what changes (and what the human touch still wins)16:01 – Return-to-office vs. remote: culture, communication, and outcomes25:16 – The flip: candidate-driven to employer-driven45:00 – Big foreign investment, skills shortages, and the H-1B question We're here to help create multifamily entrepreneurs... Here's how: Brand New? Start Here: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/free-wheelbarrowprofits Want To Get Into Multifamily Real Estate Or Scale Your Current Portfolio Faster? Apply to join our PREMIER MULTIFAMILY INVESTING COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM. (*Note: Our community is not for beginner investors)
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Most sellers tend to get caught up in the technical side—asking the “right” questions, handling objections, and checking all the boxes. But in the process, we often overlook something just as important: the emotional side of selling. That's why I invited Alex Kremer, founder of Alluviance, to join me. He breaks down how the right mindset can help you close more deals and build lasting relationships.Meet Alex Kremer· Alex Kremer is the Founder of Alluviance, a community and organization dedicated to transforming sales and leadership through authenticity, purpose, and performance. · With over 15 years of experience, he has worked with top companies like Salesforce, AWS, and Gong, and played a key role in scaling Outreach from $25M to $250M. · He's hired, trained, and led over 100 Account Executives and Sales Managers, earning President's Club honors 7 years in a row.· Alex is known for helping leaders build high-performing teams and purpose-driven cultures that achieve lasting results.Beyond the Tactics: The Role of Mindset in Sales Success· Alex pulls back the curtain on his journey, opening up about the hidden struggles he faced even when he seemed most successful. · Despite hitting top quotas and leading major accounts at Microsoft, he battled depression, highlighting a key truth: salespeople can meet every external standard and still feel empty inside. · Alex explains how mental, emotional, and even spiritual health are often overlooked but absolutely crucial to sustainable, fulfilling sales success.Practical Strategies: Filling the Void and Mastering the Inner Game· Alex introduces the concept of “parts work,” a therapeutic approach to identifying and relating to various emotions without self-judgment. · He stresses the importance of self-awareness, inviting reps to treat their emotional states with the same curiosity as they would a sales prospect in discovery. · Simple practices like mindful breathing, walks without phones, and reflective journaling can create the internal space needed for clarity.Leadership in Action: Bringing Mindfulness Into Sales Teams· For sales leaders, Alex suggests starting meetings with grounding exercises such as box breathing or gratitude practices. · Investing a few minutes in presence and connection sets a more productive tone than jumping straight to numbers.“When you connect more deeply with yourself, it allows you to connect more deeply with other people, which is very interwoven with sales.” - Alex Kremer.ResourcesAlex's company, Alluviance, hosts regular retreats blending sales tactics with inner game work. Reach out to Alex on LinkedIn or the Alluviance website for future retreat details.Sponsorship Offers1. This episode is brought to you in part by Hubspot.With HubSpot sales hubs, your data tools and teams join a single platform to close deals and turn prospects into pipelines. Try it for yourself at hubspot.com/sales.2. This episode is brought to you in part by LinkedIn.Are you tired of prospective clients not responding to your emails? Sign up for a free 60-day trial of LinkedIn Sales Navigator at
Ever wonder if you can truly compete with overseas manufacturing from right here in the U.S.? In this rerun episode, I sit down with David Heacock, CEO of Filterbuy.com. David shares how he grew a family business into a $250M powerhouse, all while keeping production entirely on U.S. soil. Listen in as David walks us through how he reverse-engineered a product line that could thrive domestically, why logistics are his real competitive advantage, and how he scaled from a rough startup phase to a massive manufacturing and distribution network. We also dive into his early bets on Amazon, his thoughtful approach to leadership, and what building a sustainable legacy looks like in today's shifting economy. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://tinyurl.com/5av3vunf Interested in our Private Community for 7-Figure Store Owners? Learn more here. Want to hear about new episodes and eCommerce news round-ups? Subscribe via email.
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Raising capital for real estate can make or break your investing journey. In this episode, Gino Barbaro from Jake & Gino shares a complete framework to help beginners, intermediates, and advanced investors understand how to raise capital the right way—without burning trust or making costly mistakes. From his first 25-unit deal to managing syndications, Gino explains why raising capital for real estate isn't just about pitching deals—it's about operations, relationships, and treating capital raising as its own business. You'll discover why you must first master “buy right, manage right, and finance right” before moving into syndications, how to build trust with investors, the psychology behind investor decision-making, and the three stages of becoming a successful capital raiser. If you're considering raising capital for real estate, this episode will guide you to avoid beginner pitfalls and position yourself for long-term success. Connect with Gino Barbaro: https://jakeandgino.com We're here to help create multifamily entrepreneurs... Here's how: Brand New? Start Here: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/free-wheelbarrowprofits Want To Get Into Multifamily Real Estate Or Scale Your Current Portfolio Faster? Apply to join our PREMIER MULTIFAMILY INVESTING COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM. (*Note: Our community is not for beginner investors)
Send us a textWhat does it take to scale an MSP to $250M in revenue while still keeping people, balance, and legacy at the core? In this episode, Joey Pinz sits down with Russ Reeder, CEO of XTM, to talk about his journey from Oracle programmer to leading global MSPs through 19 acquisitions, AI adoption, and Gartner recognition.Russ shares:✅ Why MSPs must focus on people first—happy employees = happy customers✅ The power of staying disciplined, avoiding triggers, and building routines✅ How to grow smartly by focusing on verticals, not trying to be all things to all people✅ Why peer groups, EOS, and coaches are essential for leadership success✅ His vision of legacy—not just revenue, but leaving people better than you found themFrom GoDaddy IPO prep to leading Netrix Global and OVH Cloud, Russ has seen every stage of scaling technology companies. Now, he's helping MSPs navigate acquisitions, cybersecurity challenges, and the explosive potential of AI—while still waking up at 5 AM to ride his bike.If you want to learn how to grow an MSP without losing your soul, this episode is packed with insights.
Most people think of coffee shops or fast food when they hear “franchise.”But the real money is in overlooked industries with high margins, low overhead, and massive demand.In this episode, Neil Twa sits down with Cliff, a veteran franchise owner and consultant, to reveal the five franchise categories with the highest profit potential. From trades to pet care to youth enrichment, Cliff explains where the biggest opportunities are, how to evaluate ROI, and what lifestyle factors to consider before investing. He also shares his personal journey from Wall Street to franchising, including the best (and worst) businesses he ever owned.In This Episode, We Cover:✅ The “Silver Tsunami” and opportunities in senior care✅ How pet humanization is creating billion-dollar businesses✅ Why youth enrichment franchises are booming✅ The truth about franchise ROI and FDD disclosures✅ Cliff's journey from managing $250M on Wall Street to building franchises
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PODCAST: Mike Neligan, Founder of Outlier Sports (www.outliersportsmarketing.com), joins Sports Business Radio to discuss the evolution of marketing deals between athletes and brands. Over his 20-year career, Neligan has brokered more than $250M in deals on behalf of thousands of elite athletes and brands. He launched VaynerSports with Gary Vee and has held senior roles with the Brooklyn Nets and Excel Sports. LISTEN to Sports Business Radio on Apple podcasts or Spotify podcasts. Give Sports Business Radio a 5-star rating if you enjoy our podcast. Click on the plus sign on our Apple Podcasts page and follow the Sports Business Radio podcast. WATCH SBR interviews by going to www.sportsbusinessradio.com and clicking on the link to the Sports Business Radio YouTube channel. Subscribe to our YouTube channel.Follow Sports Business Radio on Twitter @SBRadio and on Instagram, Threads and Tik Tok @SportsBusinessRadio. This week's edition of Sports Business Radio is presented by @MAICapital – the exclusive financial partner of Sports Business Radio. @MAICapital is a registered investment adviser and wealth management firm unified in purpose to empower clients to simplify, protect, and grow the wealth they work so hard to build. Founded in 1973, the firm helps clients achieve their vision and goals through objective advice, tailored planning, comprehensive and integrated solutions, and highly personal service. For more information, visit www.mai.capital or MAI's company page on LinkedIn. #SportsMarketing #Endorsements #Athletes #Brands #MAICapital #SportsBusiness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Blue collar entrepreneurship is exploding — and you don't need a four-year degree to build a profitable, scalable business. In this episode Ken Rusk (author of Blue Collar Cash) explains why trades are back, how to launch a business from day one, and the mindset you need to win. Ken breaks down practical steps for blue collar entrepreneurship: choose a clear vision, earn while you learn, and build owner-like teams through intrapreneurship. Hear real success stories of employees who became vice presidents and tradespeople who started profitable companies after apprenticeship. Ken also explains how to scale without getting trapped in day-to-day operations, and how to pivot in crises (like COVID) by reframing your service offering. If you're weighing trade school vs college or want to scale a one-truck operation into a regional business, this episode delivers an actionable path forward for blue collar entrepreneurship. Connect with Ken Rusk: KenRusk.com — Instagram: @KenRuskOfficial Chapters: 00:00 – Introduction 01:13 – Ken's origin story: ditch-digging to business owner 03:52 – College vs trades: the $400k swing and why trades matter now 16:00 – Coaching & vision: how to turn a worker into an owner 23:13 – Surviving market shocks: pivoting during COVID and reframing services 31:41 – Who Ken coaches & signs of the ideal student 40:45 – Gino wraps it up We're here to help create multifamily entrepreneurs... Here's how: Brand New? Start Here: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/free-wheelbarrowprofits Want To Get Into Multifamily Real Estate Or Scale Your Current Portfolio Faster? Apply to join our PREMIER MULTIFAMILY INVESTING COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM. (*Note: Our community is not for beginner investors)
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Story of the Week (DR):Disney brings back Jimmy Kimmel's show after backlash spurred massive boycott while some conservatives blasted FCCSinclair says it won't air Jimmy Kimmel on its stations after Disney announced his returnFCC Chair Brendan Carr defends ABC affiliate that's not showing 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' despite his reinstatementNexstar joins Sinclair, says it will continue not to air Jimmy KimmelDisney investors demand internal records on Jimmy Kimmel's suspension, say the board may have breached dutiesDisney investors say handling of Jimmy Kimmel suspension put politics over shareholders, demand recordsDisney boss Bob Iger has gone from woke warrior to liberal lightning rod MAGA furious at Disney and ABC over Jimmy Kimmel's return: ‘They let the woke mob get to them' Disney decides it hasn't angered people enough, announces Disney+ price hikes'There's no way we can afford $100,000': Small firms scramble over H-1B visa feesTalent Drain: Skilled Immigrants Choose Canada Over U.S.Indian IT Firms Recalibrate U.S. Strategy After Visa ShockJPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon expresses surprise and concernDimon said the hike “came out of the blue” and stressed that the U.S. still needs access to global talent. He has indicated the banking/finance sector may challenge or negotiate around the policyReed Hastings (Netflix) praises the policyHastings called the $100,000 fee a “great solution,” especially because he sees it as helping ensure that the H-1B program is used for “very high value jobs,” reducing reliance on a lottery system.Silicon Valley leaders cautiously support the feeNvidia CEO Jensen Huang and OpenAI CEO Sam Altman praised the measure in terms of potentially simplifying the visa system and merit-based immigrationAltman: "We need to get the smartest people in the country, and streamlining that process and also sort of aligning financial incentives seems good to me"Royal Bank of Canada's CEO Dave McKay said the US President's move to impose a $100,000 fee on H-1B visas is a win for Canada.The 20 financial firms that could be hardest hit from Trump's new H-1B fee — from Goldman Sachs to CitiTylenol maker Kenvue battles fresh storm as Donald Trump links it to autism MMTrump's unfounded claims heap new stress on household brand name TylenolTrump, RFK Jr. distort facts on autism, Tylenol and vaccines, scientists say: "Sick to my stomach"OB-GYN group calls Trump's remarks on acetaminophen 'irresponsible'Kenvue Stock Recoups Losses After Trump Links Tylenol to AutismResearch tying Tylenol to autism lost in court. Then it won Trump's earTrump's 'tough it out' advice to expectant moms is the latest example of men opining on women's painThe President and RFK Jr.'s dangerous war on science and mothersThe Shameful Spectacle of Trump and Kennedy Blaming Mothers for AutismAutism Science Foundation: 'Shocking' move takes us 'straight back to when moms were blamed for autism''Acet…Aceto…': Trump Struggles To Say Medicine's Name, Links Autism To PainkillerAnti-vaccine groups melt down over RFK Jr. linking autism to Tylenol"We didn't wait 20 years for Bobby to finally speak and then get served Tylenol as an answer," anti-vaccine group Georgia Coalition for Vaccine Choice wroteChildren's Health Defense (CHD) - the anti-vaccine group founded by Kennedy - retweeting a post on Monday: "THIS WAS NOT CAUSED BY TYLENOL."Oracle names two CEOs in rare leadership shift after Catz exitLord Emperor Larry Ellison (65% influence and 42% voting power): he still gets $8.3M in pay despite owning ~$378B in Oracle stock. Is this even possible? He got security-related costs and expenses of $2,999,264 for his primary residence. Board chairFormer CEO and now Executive Vice Chair Safra Catz. She's staying on the board.221,974: (i) Company matching contributions under our 401(k) Plan of $5,100, (ii) flexible credits used towards covering the premiums for cafeteria-style benefit plans in the amount of $14,860, (iii) security-related costs and expenses to augment the existing security system at Ms. Catz's primary residence, (iv) legal counsel fees and (v) aggregate incremental costs to Oracle of $200,086 for Ms. Catz's use of Oracle's private aircraft for non-business travel. This leaves $1,928 for legal fees and security: for a Larry:Safra We Love Him More Security Ratio of: ~3114:1Catz still got $6.5M despite owning $2.8B of company stockNew co-CEO and director Clayton Magouyrk: joined Oracle in 2014, is 39Mr. Magouyrk will receive a grant of stock options to purchase $250M in shares of Oracle common stock with 80% of the grant consisting of time-based stock options and 20% of the grant consisting of performance-based stock options (“PSOs”).New co-CEO and director Michael Sicilia: joined Oracle in 2009, is 54Mr. Sicilia will receive a grant of stock options to purchase $100M in shares of Oracle common stock with 80% of the grant consisting of time-based stock options and 20% of the grant consisting of PSOs.Goodliest of the Week (MM/DR):DR: MacKenzie Scott gives $70 million to UNCF to financially strengthen HBCUs DRUNCF, as the nation's largest private provider of scholarships to minority students works to raise $1 billion to strengthen all 37 of its historically Black colleges and universitiesMM: Trump claims ‘sabotage' at UN from escalator, teleprompter and micTurns Out Trump's Own Team Messed Up U.N. Escalator and TeleprompterAssholiest of the Week (MM):American oligarchsMurdoch's TikTok? Trump offers allies another lever of media controlLarry Ellison's Oracle set to spearhead U.S. oversight of TikTok algorithmElon Musk just sold Grok to U.S. government for 42 cents – and signals warmer ties with TrumpMark Zuckerberg showed Google how to make Republicans happyIN: Zuck, Musk, Ellison, MurdochOUT: Satya Nadella (too Indian), Tim Cook (too gay), Sundar Pichai (too Indian), Bezos (too bald), Jensen Huang (too Asian), women, blacksSee? TikTok deal won't include 'golden share' or equity for U.S., Trump administration says - he only takes a golden share or voting stake when the CEO is Japanese (Nippon Steel) or Chinese (Intel)Disney - now everyone hates you!Conservatives: MAGA furious at Disney and ABC over Jimmy Kimmel's return: ‘They let the woke mob get to them'Liberals: Disney boss Bob Iger has gone from woke warrior to liberal lightning rodAffiliates: Nexstar joins Sinclair, says it will continue not to air Jimmy KimmelIRONY ALERT: In statement, Nexstar cited “diversity” as a reason why Kimmel is still off the air: “On Wednesday, Nexstar said it continues to evaluate the show and is speaking with Disney ‘with a focus on ensuring the program reflects and respects the diverse interests of the communities we serve.'”Trump: Trump threatens to sue Disney-owned ABC over Jimmy Kimmel's return to TVInvestors: Disney investors demand internal records on Jimmy Kimmel's suspension, say the board may have breached dutiesEveryone: Disney decides it hasn't angered people enough, announces Disney+ price hikesStay in your place on the manufacturing line MMFirst they say college is for losers, now they say so is being alive - just eat your cheap fatty protein adjacent meal and go to workEx-Google CEO Eric Schmidt warns U.S. tech workers: competing with China's grueling 12-hour workdays means sacrificing work-life balancePalantir CEO says Gen Z can either have a social life at age 20 or be successful—but they can't do bothCharlie Kirk had a message for the over 2 million unemployed Gen Z NEET men: You don't need college to make your dreams happenBlackRock CEO Larry Fink said America could dodge a ‘retirement crisis' by encouraging people to work longerDon't try to be funny at work unless you want to risk your job and any chance of ever getting promoted, management professors sayMcDonald's is supersizing its value menu to win back average Americans — could it be a sign of trouble ahead?Girls, STOP APOLOGIZING for doing your jobsCracker Barrel CEO apologizes for logo, store changesWe conducted extensive research to inform our strategic plan. Well, what cannot be captured in data is how much our guests see themselves and their own story in the Cracker Barrel experience, which is what's led to such a strong response to these changes.Translation: we had no idea how racist you all areAt least she didn't apologize for everything that's ever happened in the last hundred years like Vanessa Hudson apologizing for the boys behavior at QantasLook how it worked for her: Qantas cutting CEO pay signals new era of cyber accountability - has a dude EVERY HAD PAY CUT FOR ANYTHINGHeadliniest of the WeekDR: Real American Beer collaborates with WWE for special Hulk Hogan collectible can: 'Hulkamania forever'Hulk:In leaked recordings Hogan was heard making homophobic remarks, using the N-word, making racist remarks, and openly admitting to being racistWWE terminated their relationship with him temporarily, removed him from their website/Hall of Fame, following public backlash. Eventually, some reinstatement occurred.Hogan's ex-wife made public emotional abuse allegations and accusations of an affair with their daughter's friendDuring the WWF / Vince McMahon-related trial over steroids in wrestling, Hogan testified under immunity and admitted past steroid use back to 1976He admitted to actively working against efforts to unionize professional wrestlersTwo divorcesMichelob Ultra overtakes Modelo Especial as best-selling beer in the U.S.American subsidiary Anheuser-Busch Companies, LLCWoke CEO Brendan Whitworth was a first lieutenant in the United States Marine Corps and then as an operations officer for the CIA's counterterrorism center. Woke!Their leadership page of 15 executives also has a woke DEI hire! Chief People Officer Lindsay KingBelgian parent Anheuser-Busch InBev (AB InBev)They are even worse than their American counterparts: of their 18 executive leaders, they have TWO DEI WOMEN: Chief Communications Officer Donna Lorensen and General Counsel Katherine Barrett. DEI gone crazy!Both Michelob ULTRA and Bud Light are made by Anheuser-Busch Companies, LLC, a subsidiary of Anheuser-Busch InBev.DR: Palantir CEO says Gen Z can either have a social life at age 20 or be successful—but they can't do both & Ex-Google CEO Eric Schmidt warns U.S. tech workers: competing with China's grueling 12-hour workdays means sacrificing work-life balance MM: Tesla 'The Biggest Meme Stock' Ever? Expert Says 'Too Much Emphasis On The Magic Wand Of Musk'Sharing thoughts on Musk's new compensation package, Yale School of Management Senior Associate Dean Jeff Sonnenfeld didn't hold back with the meme stock analogy.THE SAME WIZARD IGER SONNENFELDMM: ‘Black Swan' author Nassim Taleb says your city's new bike lane is the reason the economy sucksTrump's tariffs force resources into lower-margin activities, Taleb said, likening the policy to “asking a brain surgeon to do some gardening two days a week to avoid being ‘ripped off' by professional gardeners.”Who Won the Week?DR: I-boo-proff-in, oh no, it's not American!MM: Jimmy Kimmel's YouTube channel PredictionsDR: Jimmy Kimmel takes Tylenol on air causing all remaining ABC affiliates to replace him with family-appropriate TV: Law & Order: Special Victims Unit which covers sex-based crimes (i.e. violence against women, now with commercials!)MM: Victoria's Secret ditches woke rebrand and vows to return to 'unapologetically sexy' roots - after reading this headline, Webster's Dictionary finally changes its definition of “woke” from “politically liberal or progressive (as in matters of racial and social justice) especially in a way that is considered unreasonable or extreme” to “anything including fat chicks, uggos, black people, and gays.”
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Figma's (FIG) IPO was one of the most anticipated in tech, and the stock price action was CRAZY! After the initial fervor, the price has pulled back significantly. Is this the buying opportunity investors have been waiting for?CSI is taking a deep dive into Figma's first earnings report as a publicly traded company to find out.In this video, we cover:✅ New Acquisitions: Figma is already putting its IPO cash to work, acquiring Payload (a content management software company) and Modify (an AI-focused model context protocol).✅ The Big Vision: How these acquisitions fit into Figma's goal to become the go-to platform for creating usable software, easily and intuitively.✅ The Financials: We break down Q2 ✅ Future Outlook: Management is guiding for a growth slowdown to 33% for Q3 and taking a hit on margins for the sake of expansion. Is this a red flag or a smart long-term play?✅ The Verdict: Is Figma stock a buy, sell, or hold at its current price? We give our final analysis and key takeaways.Timestamps:[00:00:00] What Figma Does: A review of Figma's end-to-end platform that helps companies with fast, agile software development from ideation to shipping.[00:02:45] Q2 Acquisitions: Breaking down the purchases of Payload, a Content Management System (CMS), and the AI coding startup, Modify.[00:04:45] AI Strategy & New Products: How Figma is using AI to be a disruptor with new tools like Figma Make, Draw, Sites, and Buzz, which were announced at its Config developer conference.[00:06:45] Model Context Protocol (MCP) Explained: Understanding how Figma connects designs to LLMs for coding assistance, with its Gen AI product housed on Amazon AWS.[00:08:30] Q2 Earnings & Valuation: Analyzing the first public report with $250M in revenue and a $26B+ market cap, compared to Adobe's failed $20B acquisition offer from three years prior.[00:10:30] CapEx & Hidden Costs: Exploring why even an "asset-light" company like Figma spends millions on physical hardware and cloud infrastructure from partners like AWS.[00:12:30] Future Financial Guidance: Breaking down the outlook for Q3 and the full year, including an expected growth slowdown and lower margins to fuel expansion.[00:14:05] Our Investment Strategy: Why we are being patient due to the high valuation and would only consider a very small Dollar-Cost Averaging (DCA) approach if we were to buy now.What are your thoughts on Figma's strategy? Let us know in the comments below!
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Creating a Multifamily Business Plan is the foundation of becoming a successful real estate investor. In this episode, Gino Barbaro breaks down the Buy Right, Manage Right, and Finance Right framework while sharing lessons from his own investing journey. Whether you're new to multifamily or looking to refine your approach, this video will help you build a clear path to long-term wealth.In this training, Gino explains why cash flow isn't the only metric that matters, how to evaluate challenging markets like California, and why every investor needs a defined exit strategy. You'll also learn how to view multifamily as a true business, not just an investment, and why treating residents and investors as customers leads to greater success. If you're ready to create a strong Multifamily Business Plan that fits your goals, this episode gives you the tools and perspective to make it happen. Connect with Gino Barbaro: gino@jakeandgino.com | barbaro360.com We're here to help create multifamily entrepreneurs... Here's how: Brand New? Start Here: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/free-wheelbarrowprofits Want To Get Into Multifamily Real Estate Or Scale Your Current Portfolio Faster? Apply to join our PREMIER MULTIFAMILY INVESTING COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM. (*Note: Our community is not for beginner investors)
DAMIONOracle names two CEOs in rare leadership shift after Catz exit Who Will You Blame?Lord Emperor Larry Ellison (65% influence and 42% voting power): he still gets $8.3M in pay despite owning ~$378B in Oracle stock. Is this even possible? He got security-related costs and expenses of $2,999,264 for his primary residence. Board chairFormer CEO and now Executive Vice Chair Safra Catz. She's staying on the board.221,974: (i) Company matching contributions under our 401(k) Plan of $5,100, (ii) flexible credits used towards covering the premiums for cafeteria-style benefit plans in the amount of $14,860, (iii) security-related costs and expenses to augment the existing security system at Ms. Catz's primary residence, (iv) legal counsel fees and (v) aggregate incremental costs to Oracle of $200,086 for Ms. Catz's use of Oracle's private aircraft for non-business travel. This leaves $1,928 for legal fees and security: for a Larry:Safra We Love Him More Security Ratio of: ~3114:1Catz still got $6.5M despite owning $2.8B of company stockNew co-CEO and director Clayton Magouyrk: joined Oracle in 2014, is 39Mr. Magouyrk will receive a grant of stock options to purchase $250M in shares of Oracle common stock with 80% of the grant consisting of time-based stock options and 20% of the grant consisting of performance-based stock options (“PSOs”).New co-CEO and director Michael Sicilia: joined Oracle in 2009, is 54Mr. Sicilia will receive a grant of stock options to purchase $100M in shares of Oracle common stock with 80% of the grant consisting of time-based stock options and 20% of the grant consisting of PSOs.The writer of this article: Oracle's new Gen X and Millennial CEOs get stock options worth $350 million—but they'll have to keep the stock soaring to collect80% of the grant consists of time-based stock options, hello??AutoZone Stock Falls After Its Fifth Consecutive Earnings Miss Who Do You Blame?William Rhodes III: Executive Chair (2007-) and former CEO, causing serious leadership strainCEO Philip Danielle III (2024-) for being weak in the face of Rhodes IIIEarl Graves Jr.: the longest tenured director has served for over two decades and still has the indecency to call himself the “Lead Independent Director.” He's also the chair of the Nomination so this is ostensibly his board.Linda Goodspeed: while all directors are pictured wearing bluish/mauvish-colored shirts in the company's last proxy, Linda is wearing a red sweater over hers.Director Gale King for NOT being the same Gayle King that is Oprah's best friendShareholders: average 96% board support at last AGMThe fact that there are 4 suffixes on this board: Jr., Jr. III, III, the same number as women.The depressingly low ~-20% gender influence gap (women have no leadership roles on this board, except for Linda's red sweater)Michelob Ultra overtakes Modelo Especial as best-selling beer in the U.S. Who Do You Blame?Social media personality Dylan Mulvaney, for being alive and getting a can of beerThose woke idiots at the American subsidiary Anheuser-Busch Companies, LLCWoke CEO Brendan Whitworth was a first lieutenant in the United States Marine Corps and then as an operations officer for the CIA's counterterrorism center. Woke!Their leadership page of 15 executives also has a woke DEI hire! Chief People Officer Lindsay KingThose woke idiots at the Belgian parent Anheuser-Busch InBev (AB InBev)They are even worse than their American counterparts: of their 18 executive leaders, they have TWO DEI WOMEN: Chief Communications Officer Donna Lorensen and General Counsel Katherine Barrett. DEI gone crazy!Just all the stupid corporations that “Go woke, go broke”Oh wait: Both Michelob ULTRA and Bud Light are made by Anheuser-Busch Companies, LLC, a subsidiary of Anheuser-Busch InBev.Behind closed doors, our top CEOs say Trump is bad for business and it's time to Make America into America Again Who Do You Blame?Shareholders: This year (2025) the average vote support for director elections in the S&P 500 is about 96.5%American corporate governance practices which permit nearly half of S&P 500 CEOs to also serve as board chairs—the very bodies intended to oversee their management: giving them unmatched power and egoAverage S&P 500 CEO of about $19M, which financially protects them from the need to weigh in on political issues, left or rightThe US federal poverty line for 2025 is $15,650 per year, as established by the Department of Health and Human Services.So a 1214:1 pay ratio for those not in poverty: $15,651Passive institutional investors in U.S. equities like BlackRock, Vanguard Group, and State Street Global, who hold the door open for company managementYale Professor Jeffrey Sonnenfeld, who eschews journalism in favor of being friends with important people and lets him write things like: “One CEO of a major U.S. manufacturing company explained to the group” and “A well-known business leader with a significant manufacturing footprint in the U.S. and abroad told the group” and “The head of a major U.S. multinational investment bank”The protected class continues30-year-old billionaire college dropout recommends at least one year in higher education Who Do You Blame?The protected CEO billionaire classElon Musk says college is “not for learning, but mostly for fun” and doesn't require degrees at Tesla/SpaceXPeter Thiel: created the Thiel Fellowship, paying young people to drop out of collegeMark Zuckerberg: In a 2025 interview, Zuck expressed skepticism about the effectiveness of college education in preparing students for today's job marketRichard Branson, a college dropout, has often spoken about the value of practical experience over formal education, stating, "You don't learn to walk by following rules. You learn by doing, and by falling over."The VC BroBratClubMarc Andreessen has said traditional college is outdated compared to skills trainingChamath Palihapitiya argues real-world problem solving is more valuable than degrees.The MAGA christian supremacistsCharlie Kirk: college is “overrated” and emphasizes entrepreneurship, practical skills, and real-world experience over formal degrees.In June, when speaking to Turning Point USA's 10th annual Young Women's Leadership Summit, he encouraged attendees to trade feminism for femininity and to forgo a career to stay home and raise childrenBen Carson: praised practical experience and self-directed learning over formal college for achieving success; praised Kirk's ability to "run circles around people with college degrees"Dave Ramsey, frequently advises young adults to focus on financial literacy, entrepreneurship, or trade skills rather than taking on debt for a college degree.All of the aboveThe chorus of anti-college voices—from billionaire CEOs and MAGA pundits to Christian commentators—serves less as genuine guidance and more as a mechanism to preserve the power of the wealthy elite, discouraging widespread education and critical thinking so that the majority remain dependent, unempowered, and less capable of challenging the socioeconomic status quoMATTDisney says 'Jimmy Kimmel Live' will return to ABC on Tuesday - who do you blame??Fearless Wizard Bob Iger - 24% influence, but let's be honest, the board is in the bag entirely (100% of board members are connected, Iger is by far the most powerful person in the room)Derica Rice - board member at Target (who were attacked by citizen troll Robby Starbuck, rolled back DEI and pride merch as a result, then faced a boycott that have sunk the stores since) AND Disney (who were attacked by government troll Brendan Carr, rolled back free speech as a result, then faced a boycott that's so far cost Disney 2% of its share price in 5 days)James Gorman - head of the “succession planning committee”, which exists despite having a nominating committee because the nominating committee was so compromised and did such a bad job they basically made a new committee with an ex-CEO who picked his own successor, who's also chair of the boardConsumers who boycott DisneyShareholders who demanded Disney restore KimmelYale Professor Jeff Sonnenfeld for his mushmouth declaration that Iger was right to yank Kimmel, prompting the world to say “why does anyone listen to Yale professor Jeff Sonnenfeld?”Sinclair says it won't air Jimmy Kimmel on its stations after Disney announced his return - who do you blame??David Smith - nepobaby executive chairtoad, 25.4% voting power, toad face conservative sycophantDuncan Smith - nepobaby retired VP and secretary, 23.1% voting power, directorBob Smith - nepobaby retired VP and Treasurer, 21.8% voting power, directorDr. Fred Smith - nepobaby retired VP and oral surgeon, 10.8% voting power, amazing pivot from looking at teeth to owner of largest broadcaster because meritocracyChristopher Ripley, CEO of Sinclair and not a nepobaby, was once upon a time at UBS where he did some stuff on media or something… definitely not a figureheadBob Iger for being too wokeOffice Depot workers refused to print a Charlie Kirk poster because he was a propagandist - who do you blame?The workers at Office Depot who took the Supreme Court decision that let a web designer refuse same-sex wedding work literally Office Depot, which probably should have been closed in 1997 anyway, which, “fired the employees and issued a public apology”, bending the knee to the will of Dear LeaderPam Bondi, who missed the day the Supreme Court said business COULD discriminate: “Businesses cannot discriminate. If you want to go in and print posters with Charlie's pictures on them for a vigil, you have to let them do that,” she told Sean Hannity on Fox News, adding: “We can prosecute you for that.”Gays, who if they had JUST USED a gay web designer, the Supreme Court wouldn't have had to rule on this and then contradict itself when it inevitably reverses its own 2023 precedentFedEx, whose employees (upon hearing Office Depot employee refused service due to Charlie Kirk's overt racism and sexism while he was alive) printed the poster FOR FREE to SUPPORT Charlie Kirk, which surely discriminates against other white male racists who had to pay for their posters advertising their white male racism, right?
Want to close more deals? Learn from the team that's reviewed over 300,000 sales calls and helped generate $250M+ in sales. Click here to see exactly how the top closers win: https://1callclosers.com/win/Name: The Closers Network Podcast Release Date: 09 23, 2025Host Name: Mike Sadikian Instagram - @MikeSadikianFounder: Richard Mugica Instagram - @Richard_MugicaGuest Name: Richard MugicaGuest Instagram: @RichardMugica.showJOIN FREE - Closers Network Skool Link: https://www.skool.com/1callclosers-2391/about"What's the one thing I can do to become a better closer?" On this episode of the Closers Network Podcast, Richard Mugica shares In this episodewe dive into one of the most powerful (yet most overlooked) habits in sales: learning to take advice and consistently reviewing your sales calls.Too often, people ask, “What's the one thing I can do to become a better closer?” but then fail to follow through. The truth is simple: if you want to grow, you need to be open to direct feedback and brutally honest with yourself.Here's what you'll learn in this episode:Why reviewing your sales calls is the fastest way to improve
AI for Real Estate Investors is changing the game. In this episode, Jake & Gino sit down with serial entrepreneur Nadav Wilf to explore how artificial intelligence is transforming deal sourcing, property management, and investor efficiency. From automating workflows to boosting qualified deal flow, this conversation will open your eyes to the future of investing.Nadav breaks down exactly how AI can free up time, streamline operations, and unlock new opportunities in the real estate space. You'll learn how investors are using AI to find off-market deals, automate due diligence, manage tenant communications, and optimize asset management. Whether you're curious about predictive dashboards, property management automations, or cutting costs while scaling, this episode will show why AI for Real Estate Investors is becoming essential. Connect with Nadav Wilf → https://aligncoach.ai | LinkedIn: Nadav Wilf Chapters:00:00 – Introduction 09:24 – Why AI is a “cheat code” for entrepreneurs 14:47 – How AI helps real estate investors find off-market deals 19:45 – Automating due diligence, property management, and follow-up 24:02 – Will AI replace jobs? Opportunities vs resistance 31:58 – Using AI to fix property management pain points 37:49 – Should investors build custom AI or rely on platforms? 40:49 – Real-world AI tools for real estate and operations We're here to help create multifamily entrepreneurs... Here's how: Brand New? Start Here: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/free-wheelbarrowprofits Want To Get Into Multifamily Real Estate Or Scale Your Current Portfolio Faster? Apply to join our PREMIER MULTIFAMILY INVESTING COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM. (*Note: Our community is not for beginner investors)
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The multifamily market is shifting, and multifamily market oversupply is at the center of it all. With rents softening, vacancies rising, and concessions piling up, investors need clarity to navigate 2025 and beyond.In this episode, Gino Barbaro breaks down the reality behind the headlines and shares insights from his own market experience in Knoxville, Nashville, and beyond. You'll learn why oversupply is hitting certain cities harder, how concessions are masking true rental income, and what underwriting strategies can protect you in today's environment. Whether you're analyzing new builds, value-add properties, or considering when to enter the market, understanding multifamily market oversupply is essential. Stay patient, focus on operations, and be ready for long-term opportunities as supply burns off.Connect with Gino Barbaro at https://jakeandgino.com We're here to help create multifamily entrepreneurs... Here's how: Brand New? Start Here: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/free-wheelbarrowprofits Want To Get Into Multifamily Real Estate Or Scale Your Current Portfolio Faster? Apply to join our PREMIER MULTIFAMILY INVESTING COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM. (*Note: Our community is not for beginner investors)
The USA Men's Eagles have pulled off a historic victory, defeating Samoa 29-13 to secure qualification for the 2027 Rugby World Cup. After the heartbreak of missing out in 2023, this win could be the most important moment in American rugby history.Hosts Will Hooley (former USA Eagle) and Alex Corbisiero break down what this result means for the future of rugby in the US. They're joined by USA Eagles head coach Scott Lawrence, the mastermind behind the qualification campaign, to discuss the team's highs and lows, the Pacific Nations Cup, and what comes next.With World Rugby pledging $250M+ investment into the US ahead of the 2031 & 2033 home World Cups, and Major League Rugby facing some recent challenges, the big question remains: Can this momentum truly galvanize and save rugby in America?Watch and listen as Will & Corbs dive into the future of American rugby, the Eagles' journey, and what this result means for fans, players, and the sport as a whole.
Ready to break free from the 9-to-5 grind and create true financial freedom? In this episode, we sit down with Bronson Hill, Managing Member of Bronson Equity, host of The Mailbox Money Show, and author of the bestselling book Fire Yourself: Replace Your Working Income with Passive Income in 3 Years or Less.Bronson has raised over $50 million in private capital, is a general partner in 2,500 multifamily units worth $250M, and has helped countless investors build passive income streams through real estate syndications. He shares his proven strategies for:Building wealth with multifamily real estate investingHow to replace your working income with mailbox moneyRaising capital and attracting the right investorsThe mindset shift every investor needs to achieve financial freedomBronson also leads The Wealth Forum, an exclusive mastermind for affluent passive investors, and has been featured on top platforms like the Best Ever Show with Joe Fairless and the Limitless Conference with Ken McElroy.If you're serious about creating financial independence through passive real estate investing, this episode is packed with insights you can't afford to miss.
Every successful founder has a story worth learning from. In this episode, Jake & Gino sit down with Brian Smith to unpack his incredible entrepreneur journey—from surviving political challenges in Denver real estate to building and scaling businesses across the U.S. and Mexico.Brian shares candid lessons on entrepreneurship, resilience, and growth. Discover how his early days in commercial real estate shaped his mindset, why burnout forced him to pivot, and how he eventually launched Strategy Ladders to help founder-led B2B service businesses scale beyond the owner. You'll also hear his perspective on Mexico City as an entrepreneurial hub, the shift from consulting to implementation, and how he helps businesses achieve 2–8X growth. If you're an entrepreneur or investor, you won't want to miss Brian's insights.Connect with Brian Smith: StrategyLadders.com | LinkedIn: S. Brian Smith Chapters:00:00 – Introduction03:12 – Breaking into Denver real estate with master leases07:39 – Politics, burnout, and lessons from failure14:43 – Redefining success: survivalist roots to investment banking20:24 – Founders Organization & why many groups miss real entrepreneurs32:52 – Myths vs. reality of living in Mexico as an entrepreneur42:45 – Why implementation beats coaching in today's consulting market We're here to help create multifamily entrepreneurs... Here's how: Brand New? Start Here: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/free-wheelbarrowprofits Want To Get Into Multifamily Real Estate Or Scale Your Current Portfolio Faster? Apply to join our PREMIER MULTIFAMILY INVESTING COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM. (*Note: Our community is not for beginner investors)
Charlie is back from the Venice Film Festival Immersive, where he also judged the Reply AI Film Festival. His standout was Blur, which he shared with Ted and Rony, though the Grand Prize went to The Clouds Are 2000 Meters Up. He also praised Doug Liman's Asteroid on Samsung's Moohan headset and noted growing work on Apple Vision Pro.In the news: Anthropic raised $13B at a $183B valuation, Replit secured $250M, Viture raised $100M, Mojo Vision closed $75M, and Higgsfield raised $50M. Rony highlighted Rivet's Army award and Brainlab's ML2 FDA clearance. Apple AirPods added live translation.Don Carson joined to discuss Walkabout Mini Golf and the upcoming Alice in Wonderland course, set for December. Carson, a former Disney Imagineer and now senior art director at Mighty Coconut, explained how each hole is designed as a vignette to guide players through the story. Amazon is preparing new smart glasses, and TwinMind is testing lifelogging concepts.Thank you to our sponsor, Zappar!Don't forget to like, share, and follow for more! Follow us on all socials @TheAIXRPodcasthttps://linktr.ee/thisweekinxr Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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In this episode of The Wisdom Of... Show, host Simon Bowen speaks with Abdul-Qawiyy Hammed, founder and CEO of The Phnyx Watches, whose extraordinary entrepreneurial journey began at age 11 with ₦2,000 in capital. From generating over $1 million in a single day at 19, to selling two companies for $128 million by 21, to building a luxury watch brand with 565,000 customers on the waitlist, Abdul-Qawiyy reveals how systematic thinking and exit-focused business building creates true generational wealth. Discover why betting on yourself isn't just motivational advice - it's a strategic framework for building businesses that generate investment capital, not just revenue.Ready to elevate your strategic thinking? Join Simon's exclusive masterclass on The Models Method. Learn how to turn your entrepreneurial genius into systematic frameworks: https://thesimonbowen.com/masterclassEpisode Breakdown00:00 Introduction and the mindset that drives systematic wealth creation07:42 The ₦2,000 story: building paid-in-advance models at age 11 15:28 From $1M day to $128M exit: the psychology of building to sell 23:15 ThePhnyxWatches and turning personal pain into brand positioning 31:46 The Capital Multiplication System: coaching 50 entrepreneurs to $250M exits 39:33 Generational wealth vs individual success: thinking beyond your business 47:29 Phoenix principle: resilience as competitive advantage54:18 Speed of execution and the third-world entrepreneur advantage 61:05 Personal philosophy and the power of betting on yourselfAbout Abdul-Qawiyy HammedAbdul-Qawiyy Hammed is the founder and CEO of The Phnyx Watches, a luxury watch brand with over 565,000 customers on its waitlist. Starting his entrepreneurial journey at age 11 with just ₦2,000 in capital, Abdul-Qawiyy generated over $1 million in a single day through eCommerce at 19 and sold two companies for a combined $128 million by age 21.Based between Dubai and Lagos, he operates a consulting and education business, helping founders scale businesses to eight and nine figures. His mission extends beyond personal success to building generational wealth and creating systematic opportunities for minority-owned brands.The Phnyx Watches represents more than luxury timepieces - it embodies resilience and triumph over adversity, designed for those who have "risen from the ashes of poverty and self-doubt." Abdul-Qawiyy channels personal experiences, including the loss of his mother and grandmother, into meaningful social impact through cancer research donations and youth education initiatives.Connect with Abdul-Qawiyy HammedLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/abdul-qawiyy-hammed-1592a0132/ Personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theabdulqawiyy/ ThePhnyxWatches Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thephnyxwatches/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@theabdulqawiyy Website: https://thephnyx.com/About Simon BowenSimon has spent over two decades working with influential leaders across complex industries. His focus is on elevating thinking in organizations, recognizing that success is directly proportional to the quality of thinking and ideas within a business. Simon leads the renaissance of thinking through his work with...
AJ Bruno, the CEO of $21M SaaS startup Quota Path, explains his company-wide experiment to make all of his employees vibe code. The results were shocking. Thanks for tuning in! Catch new episodes every Sunday. Don't miss GTM2025 — the only B2B tech conference exclusively for GTM executives. Use code TOPLINE for 10% off your GA ticket. Subscribe to Topline Newsletter. Tune into Topline Podcast, the #1 podcast for founders, operators, and investors in B2B tech. Join the free Topline Slack channel to connect with 600+ revenue leaders to keep the conversation going beyond the podcast! Chapters: 00:00 The Future of AI in Startups 00:52 Introduction to Top Line 05:08 Vibe Coding Fridays Explained 13:32 The Impact of AI on Company Culture 29:57 The Role of Managers in Modern Companies 33:36 Challenging Traditional Management Practices 34:13 The Role of Senior Managers and Getting Hands Dirty 35:38 The Value of Middle Management 45:54 The Impact of AI on Management Roles 52:20 The Bubble of AI Revenue Reporting 1:00:58 Predictions for the Future of Labor
Send us a text00:00 - Intro00:51 - Klarna's $15.1B IPO + Up in Public Markets (as of Thu, Sep 11)01:51 - Cognition's $400M Raise at $10.2B Valuation02:43 - ElevenLabs' $100M Tender at Doubled $6.6B Valuation03:05 - Replit's $250M Funding at $3B Valuation04:05 - X Square Robot's $140M Raise, New Robot OS Released04:41 - Mistral Finalizes $1.5B Funding at $11.7B Valuation05:12 - Perplexity Finalizes $200M Round at $20B Valuation05:32 - Databricks >$4B ARR in Jul 2025, up 50% YoY 06:07 - Ramp's $1B ARR, +43% in 6 Months06:51 - SpaceX's $17B Spectrum Deal with EchoStar08:01 - Anduril's $1.26B of New Contracts09:06 - AlterEgo's Silent Sense Wearable Launch10:02 - OpenAI's $300B Oracle Data Center Deal10:39 - OpenAI + Microsoft Agree on Nonprofit to For-profit Shift11:05 - Thinking Machines' $2B Seed at $12B Valuation
Being overworked can also take a toll on your family and relationships.Michael Hyatt joins us today to tell us about his own breaking point with work/life balance, leading him to write his book, Win at Work and Succeed at Life. He talks to us today about "the cult of overwork,” and how to prioritize your life and career goals. He also discusses the value of being nonproductive and just doing nothing!Michael Hyatt is no stranger to success himself, he is the Chief Executive Officer and founder of Michael Hyatt & Company. He has scaled multiple companies over the years, including a $250M publishing company with 700+ employees and his own leadership development company that has grown over 60% year over year for the past 4 years. Under his leadership, Michael Hyatt & Company has been featured in the Inc. 5000 list of the fastest-growing companies in America for three years in a row and in 2020 the company was named to Inc.'s Best Work Places list.
What's the best Multifamily Investing Strategy for your goals? Gino Barbaro reveals how to stop chasing IRR and start building a plan that matches your time, capital, and risk—so you can grow cash flow and options.In this episode, Gino outlines a practical roadmap: set clear goals (extra income, retirement timeline, job optionality, tax planning), pick the right vehicle (syndication, JV, or creative financing), and reinvest early gains while keeping your day job to build equity. You'll learn how seller financing and strong partners can bridge capital gaps, why “Buy Right, Manage Right, Finance Right” is the durable framework, and how to weigh tax benefits without letting them drive the deal. We also compare syndication vs. JV and when each supports your Multifamily Investing Strategy. By the end, you'll know how to align deals with outcomes and use a repeatable Multifamily Investing Strategy to scale cash flow, equity, and long-term wealth.Connect with Gino Barbaro: gino@jakeandgino.com | wheelbarrowprofits.com We're here to help create multifamily entrepreneurs... Here's how: Brand New? Start Here: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/free-wheelbarrowprofits Want To Get Into Multifamily Real Estate Or Scale Your Current Portfolio Faster? Apply to join our PREMIER MULTIFAMILY INVESTING COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM. (*Note: Our community is not for beginner investors)
In this episode we are diving into the surprisingly fascinating world of cerumen, the scientific name for earwax. We'll explore its protective role, why some people produce more than others, and what happens when it builds up too much. Plus, we'll introduce you to a safe, innovative technique that's changing the way we manage earwax buildup—no risky poking required. Sahil Diwan is the Co-Founder and CEO of SafKan Health, the company behind OtoSet® — the world's first automated ear-cleaning headphones that can clean earwax buildup in 30 seconds. He's on a mission to solve one of the most overlooked yet widespread health issues: earwax buildup, which affects 35M+ Americans and can lead to conductive hearing loss, tinnitus, and chronic discomfort — among other issues. A first-generation immigrant from India, Sahil's journey began with a deeply personal problem — his brother Aadil's lifelong struggle with earwax buildup. What started as a college dorm experiment with 3D-printed prototypes is today an FDA-cleared medical device used by clinics nationwide — making ear care more accessible and consumer-friendly than ever before. The company's flagship OtoSet was named among the Best Health Designs of 2023 by Fast Company, while videos of the device in action have racked up over 250M views online, proving just how urgent and universal this problem is. Tens of thousands of Americans have reported finding relief with OtoSet: hearing clearer, feeling cleaner, and reconnecting with the sounds they've been missing. Sahil is one of the youngest people ever to receive FDA 510(k) clearance for a medical device and has raised $13M in venture funding on his journey to reshape the future of ear care. Learning Points: • What exactly is earwax, and what is its purpose in the body? • When should someone see a doctor or specialist about their earwax? • How is OtoSet, the world's first automated ear-cleaning headphones, revolutionizing how to clean earwax buildup? Social Media: • https://www.instagram.com/tryotoset • https://x.com/tryotoset • https://www.facebook.com/tryotoset • https://otoset.com/
Israel targets Hamas leaders in a strike on Doha, Nepal's prime minister resigns amid violent social media ban protests, Macron names Sébastien Lecornu as France's new prime minister, A House panel releases an alleged letter from Trump to Epstein, A new poll finds that Gen Z's gender gap widens beyond just politics, U.S.test scores hit a historic low in math and reading, Ethiopia opens Africa's largest dam, Eightco Holdings' stock surges over 5,700% on a $250M investment in Sam Altman's Worldcoin, A train-bus collision kills at least 10 and injures dozens in Mexico, and a Boston-based AI company launches a "near telepathic wearable" device. Sources: www.verity.news
Closers Network Episode #086Want to close more deals? Learn from the team that's reviewed over 300,000 sales calls and helped generate $250M+ in sales. Click here to see exactly how the top closers win: https://1callclosers.com/win/Name: The Closers Network Podcast Release Date: 09 09, 2025Host Name: Mike Sadikian Instagram - @MikeSadikianFounder: Richard Mugica Instagram - @Richard_MugicaGuest Name: Mahamat (Mojo) AbakarGuest Instagram: @_mojofitness JOIN FREE - Closers Network Skool Link: https://www.skool.com/1callclosers-2391/about“Sales is half about the process and half about truly knowing what you're selling.”On this week's episode of the Closers Network Podcast, we sit down with Mahamat, one of 1CC's top closers, to talk about what it really takes to succeed in sales and in life.Mahamat shares how his early drive and mindset almost cost him — from narrowly missing first place in a fitness competition by just a few points, to realizing that his original motivations in sales were holding him back. He opens up about leaving the company, what he discovered during that time away, and why coming back to 1CC gave him a new level of clarity, strength, and purpose.This episode dives deep into:Why sales is equal parts process and product knowledgeHow personal growth and discipline outside of work shape sales performanceWhat it means to shift your mindset from toxic drive to sustainable motivationThe journey from setbacks to becoming one of 1CC's top closersIf you're serious about sales or just about leveling up in life this episode is packed with lessons you don't want to miss.Welcome to the Closers Network Podcast. Meet your hosts Richard Mugica and Mike Sadikian. Richard is the founder of 1callclosers.com the largest B2C sales agency in the US managing over 500 remote sales reps worldwide. This podcast is built to help you join the remote sales revolution... make more MONEY, have more IMPACT, and gain more FREEDOM. Enjoy.
Most investors chase deals but never keep the profits. In this episode, David Richter, author of Profit First for Real Estate Investing and founder of Simple CFO, reveals how the Profit First Real Estate Investing system helps you build lasting profitability and stop living deal to deal.You'll learn why most entrepreneurs fail financially, how to flip the traditional “sales – expenses = profit” formula, and why paying yourself first changes everything. David breaks down the “golden trio” bank accounts, case studies of investors who turned losses into profits, and how to scale a business with clarity and confidence. If you want financial control, less stress, and more freedom, this conversation on Profit First Real Estate Investing is essential.Connect with David Richter: https://simplecfo.com Chapters: 00:00 – Introduction02:23 – The Profit First formula explained10:09 – Playing the money game as an entrepreneur13:48 – The “Golden Trio” bank accounts for clarity21:04 – Case study: turning $70k losses into $70k giving28:55 – Growth vs. scaling: understanding the difference We're here to help create multifamily entrepreneurs... Here's how: Brand New? Start Here: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/free-wheelbarrowprofits Want To Get Into Multifamily Real Estate Or Scale Your Current Portfolio Faster? Apply to join our PREMIER MULTIFAMILY INVESTING COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM. (*Note: Our community is not for beginner investors)
Want a quick estimate of how much your business is worth? With our free valuation calculator, answer a few questions about your business, and you'll get an immediate estimate of the value of your business. You might be surprised by how much you can get for it: https://flippa.com/exit -- In this episode of The Exit, Ingrid Vanderveldt, serial entrepreneur, investor, and founder of EBW Worldwide, shares how mentorship and a bold vision shaped her journey from the dotcom boom to building a platform to empower one billion women. Inspired by Michael Dell's rise, Ingrid built one of the first personalization algorithms for the web, exited multiple ventures, and became Dell's first Entrepreneur-in-Residence, where she helped create a $250M fund and drove nearly $1B in new business. Ingrid opens up about the confidence gap holding many women back from accessing capital, recounting how she launched a $100M fund for women and initially received no applicants — a turning point that fueled her mission to close systemic gaps. Her advice for founders preparing for an exit: define your ideal outcome early, build a “ride-or-die” support team (lawyers, accountants, mentors), and keep your paperwork tight to avoid last-minute deal risks. Today, Ingrid is focused on EBW-1, a patented tech platform using AI to deliver personalized education, access to capital, and community for entrepreneurs worldwide — helping them scale, negotiate, and exit with confidence. -- Ingrid Vanderveldt is a self-made tech entrepreneur, investor, and media personality who serves as Founder and CEO of Vanderveldt Global Investments, EBW (Empowering a Billion Women), EBW Cares Distributors, and Ingrid Vanderveldt LLC. A former Dell Entrepreneur-in-Residence who built a $250M business segment and launched the Dell Innovators Credit Fund, she now focuses on advancing women globally through access to mobile tools, mentoring, and capital. Recognized as Fast Company's #1 “Superconnector” and honored with the Forbes & Northwestern Mutual Entrepreneur in Excellence Award, Ingrid is a sought-after speaker and strategist for startups and global brands, bridging corporations, women, and entrepreneurs to drive ROI and impact. She has hosted CNBC's American Made, been featured in top media outlets worldwide, and holds a Master's in Architecture from SCAD and an MBA in Entrepreneurship from UT Austin. Websites: https://ebw.one/ - https://ingridvanderveldt.com/ -- The Exit—Presented By Flippa: A 30-minute podcast featuring expert entrepreneurs who have been there and done it. The Exit talks to operators who have bought and sold a business. You'll learn how they did it, why they did it, and get exposure to the world of exits, a world occupied by a small few, but accessible to many. To listen to the podcast or get daily listing updates, click on flippa.com/the-exit-podcast/
Listen in as Erin and Kevin discuss: How Kevin went from losing everything in 2008 to building a $250M real estate portfolio. The “boring” asset classes that fueled his success (and why they work). The mindset and daily exercise that helped him rebound from rock bottom. Why discipline and long-term thinking outperform “quick wins” in real estate. How Kevin helps everyday investors create true passive income. About Kevin Bupp is a seasoned commercial real estate investor, top podcast host, and author of The Cashflow Investor, with over $1B in real estate transactions under his belt. On his podcast, "Real Estate Investing for Cash Flow," he shares his 20+ years of experience, guiding millions of listeners on how to find and invest profitably in commercial real estate. Based on his decades of personal experience, supported by well documented housing and demographic trends, Kevin has identified Mobile Home Parks and Parking Lots as the top commercial real estate investments in the current market. Increasingly known for his highly-regarded private equity firm, Sunrise Capital Investors, Kevin leads the firm's vision of providing financial and time freedom to passive investors via access to real estate funds managed by Sunrise. These funds put Kevin's commitment to mobile home park and parking facilities into practice through their focus on acquiring and managing these asset types. Beyond real estate investing, Kevin gives back to the community with the "72 Hours to Key West 280 Mile Bike Ride," a charity event that has provided meals to tens of thousands of families in need during the holidays. How to Connect With Kevin Website: https://kevinbupp.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/KevinBupp LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinbupp/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealKevinBupp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/buppkevin/
Managing a multifamily property isn't just about collecting rent—it's about building a business that creates lasting passive income and long-term financial freedom. In this episode, Gino Barbaro (co-founder of Jake & Gino) breaks down the often-overlooked “Manage Right” framework of real estate investing. While buying and financing deals may seem exciting, true wealth comes from learning how to manage multifamily properties the right way.In this lesson, you'll discover the critical differences between property management and asset management, why systems and culture are essential to scaling, and how to avoid common mistakes new investors make. Gino shares lessons from his early days managing a 25-unit deal all the way to scaling a 1,500+ unit portfolio. Whether you're just starting out or managing hundreds of doors, this episode will teach you how to run your real estate like a business and ensure consistent cash flow, strong returns, and sustainable growth. If your goal is real estate investing, building passive income, and achieving financial freedom, this is the playbook you've been waiting for. We're here to help create multifamily entrepreneurs... Here's how: Brand New? Start Here: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/free-wheelbarrowprofits Want To Get Into Multifamily Real Estate Or Scale Your Current Portfolio Faster? Apply to join our PREMIER MULTIFAMILY INVESTING COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM. (*Note: Our community is not for beginner investors)
From texting workflows and estimate calculators to Google's four-result “Monopoly board,” Phil shows how better ops beat “more leads.” We dig into retargeting your ignored database, the five metrics that matter, and how AI/LLM authority content will shape the next decade. Whether you run HVAC, plumbing, gutters—or manage 1,800 units—these tactics turn chaos into pipeline. Watch to level up your home service marketing today.Connect with Phil RisherWebsite: https://phlashconsulting.com/ Chapters:00:00 – Introduction 07:19 – Two big fixes: ROAS visibility + lead management 09:11 – Text-first workflows that boost response & bookings 13:37 – Chat-to-text widgets & estimate calculators that convert 22:10 – Google “Monopoly board”: LSA, Search Ads, Map Pack, SEO 24:26 – Content flywheel from real customer calls (They Ask, You Answer) 27:21 – AI search & becoming the local authority with content 38:28 – Scaling ladder & PE honey holes (retargeting) 44:45 – Gino Wraps it Up We're here to help create multifamily entrepreneurs... Here's how: Brand New? Start Here: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/free-wheelbarrowprofits Want To Get Into Multifamily Real Estate Or Scale Your Current Portfolio Faster? Apply to join our PREMIER MULTIFAMILY INVESTING COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM. (*Note: Our community is not for beginner investors)
On this episode, Julia and Gino interview Father Leo Patalinghug. Born in the Philippines and raised in the Baltimore area, Fr. Leo actually developed his love for cooking while attending the seminary at the North American College in Rome. There, he became friendly with several Italian restaurant owners and would often invite them back to the student kitchen to trade cooking secrets. They would teach him about rigatoni and lasagna; he would show them how to make hamburgers and ribs. Today, he is a skilled cook who still enjoys learning how to make new dishes, and loves the process of preparing a meal, as much as he does sharing it with a table full of friends. Fr. Leo is the host and founder of Grace Before Meals, an apostolate to strengthen families and communities around the dinner table. He is a priest ordained for the Archdiocese of Baltimore, serving as a sacramental and pastoral minister on a part-time basis. Key Chapters:00:00 Introduction03:12 Elevating culture and family life with Plating Grace07:44 Choosing vocation10:30 Books authored by Father Leo15:24 How eating can make you holy?19:51 How to get people around dinner table and share ideas27:22 How to handle emotions when conversations get heated30:15 Wrap-up To know more about Father Leo Patalinghug, visit https://platinggrace.com/ In real estate, your network is your net worth, attend our Live Events and network with the fellow investors and professionals: https://jakeandgino.com/live-events/ About Jake & GinoJake & Gino are multifamily investors, operators, and mentors who have created a vertically integrated real estate company that controls over $225,000,000 in assets under management. They have created the Jake & Gino community to teach others their three-step framework: Buy Right, Finance Right and Manage Right®, and to become multifamily entrepreneurs. Subscribe to this channel: https://ytube.io/3McA Sign up for free training: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/freetraining The resources you need to succeed at every level of apartment investing: https://jakeandgino.com/resources/ Apply for Mentorship: https://jakeandgino.com/apply/ #realestate #multifamilyrealestate #multifamilyinvesting #investing #apartmentinvesting Jake & Gino Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jakeandgino/ Jake & Gino Twitter: https://twitter.com/JakeandGinoJake & Gino Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/jake-and-gino-llc/Jake & Gino Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jakeandgino/ More ways to engage with the Jake & Gino Investor Community:MM5: https://jakeandgino.com/mm5/ Rand Cares: https://jakeandgino.com/randcares/The 100 Year Real Estate Investor: https://www.dualassetstrategy.com We're here to help create multifamily entrepreneurs... Here's how: Brand New? Start Here: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/free-wheelbarrowprofits Want To Get Into Multifamily Real Estate Or Scale Your Current Portfolio Faster? Apply to join our PREMIER MULTIFAMILY INVESTING COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM. (*Note: Our community is not for beginner investors)
Follow The Trophy Room Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/BadBit Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/2PglU1a Discord: https://discord.gg/wPNp3kC Twitter: https://twitter.com/PSTrophyRoom Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/badbit ****** PlayStation CEO Hermen Hulst says Sony is changing how it makes games after the $250M failure of Concord. In this week's episode, we break down his comments on “more rigorous and more frequent testing,” what this means for the future of PlayStation Studios, and how hits like Astro Bot show the path forward for Sony IP. We also dive into the latest gaming news: Judas dev log reveals Ken Levine's “Villainy” system and how player actions decide who becomes the enemy. Sony makes PS Store refunds easier with a brand-new option inside the PS App. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 confirmed as the start of a new franchise. Ghost of Yōtei PS5 Limited Edition consoles & accessories open for pre-orders next week. September's PlayStation Plus games include Psychonauts 2, Stardew Valley, and Viewfinder. Atari acquires five Ubisoft classics, including I Am Alive and Child of Eden. Rumor: Forza Horizon 6 in Japan set for reveal next month. Acclaim showcase announced for September. Plus, we answer a Trophy Room Triple Threat question: Is Gears of War Reloaded worth $40, or should remasters be cheaper? If you're into PlayStation, Xbox, or just gaming news in general, this is the episode you don't want to miss!
In this episode of the Jake & Gino How-To Series, Gino Barbaro shares his top five books for multifamily real estate investing. Whether you're just starting your journey or scaling your portfolio, these timeless reads will give you the mindset, financial intelligence, and negotiation skills needed to succeed in real estate investing. From classics like Rich Dad Poor Dad to powerful guides like Never Split the Difference, this list will help you build wealth and achieve financial freedom through multifamily real estate. Real estate investing is 80% mindset and 20% mechanics, and these books prove it. Gino breaks down why The Richest Man in Babylon lays the foundation of wealth-building, how The Psychology of Money shapes your relationship with finances, and why Think and Grow Rich still influences today's top entrepreneurs. He also covers negotiation strategies from Chris Voss's Never Split the Difference, creative deal structures in Creative Cash, and market analysis insights from Dave Lindahl's Multifamily Millions. Each recommendation gives you the tools to overcome limiting beliefs, understand the rules of money, and master multifamily real estate. If your goal is to create passive income, scale your portfolio, and achieve long-term financial freedom, these book recommendations are your roadmap to success.Connect with Gino Barbaro: gino@jakeandgino.comLearn more at: https://www.wheelbarrowprofits.com We're here to help create multifamily entrepreneurs... Here's how: Brand New? Start Here: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/free-wheelbarrowprofits Want To Get Into Multifamily Real Estate Or Scale Your Current Portfolio Faster? Apply to join our PREMIER MULTIFAMILY INVESTING COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM. (*Note: Our community is not for beginner investors)
In this episode of the Jake & Gino Show, we dive deep into the future of blockchain and real estate investing with Aly Madhavji — Managing Partner at Blockchain Founders Fund, UN consultant, author, and venture capital leader. Aly shares his journey from a refugee background to running a global VC fund with over 200 portfolio companies, while also breaking down how blockchain, crypto, and tokenized real estate could disrupt traditional finance and transform access to wealth creation. If you're serious about real estate investing, technology, and building financial freedom, this conversation will expand your perspective.From crypto adoption to tokenized real estate and venture capital strategies, Aly explains the opportunities and risks in today's fast-moving digital economy. We cover the rise of decentralized finance, the potential of central bank digital currencies, how blockchain can streamline inefficiencies, and where real estate investing intersects with tokenization. Whether you're an investor, entrepreneur, or simply curious about financial innovation, this episode highlights why blockchain is more than hype — it's a shift with real-world impact.Connect with Aly Madhavji:Website: https://blockchainff.com Chapters:0:00 - Introduction 2:33 - Investing in Early-Stage Companies & Building Unicorns 6:26 - Crypto's Ideological Roots vs Practical Applications 12:02 - Central Bank Digital Currencies & Risks of Government Control 20:46 - Singapore's System vs U.S. Inefficiencies 25:19 - Blockchain, Crypto, and Real Estate Investing Opportunities 32:40 - Success Rates & Liquidity in Venture Capital 47:23 - How to Connect with Aly & Learn More 48:24 - Gino Wraps it Up We're here to help create multifamily entrepreneurs... Here's how: Brand New? Start Here: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/free-wheelbarrowprofits Want To Get Into Multifamily Real Estate Or Scale Your Current Portfolio Faster? Apply to join our PREMIER MULTIFAMILY INVESTING COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM. (*Note: Our community is not for beginner investors)
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The multifamily real estate market is in transition, and investors need clarity. In this episode, Gino Barbaro, co-founder of Jake & Gino, shares the state of the multifamily market and what CEOs and investors must watch closely—from rising interest rates to unreliable economic data shaping Fed policy.You'll discover practical strategies for navigating debt, working with lenders, and positioning yourself for future opportunities. Gino also highlights lessons from Argentina's reforms, the impact of AI on bureaucracy, and why today's decisions set the stage for tomorrow's passive income.Key Topics CoveredWhy government job numbers and Fed decisions can't always be trusted How interest rate policy has impacted multifamily investors and syndicators The risks of short-term financing and negative leverage in real estate Insights from community banks and credit unions on today's lending climate Global economic lessons from Argentina's reforms and inflation control Practical steps for connecting with brokers, lenders, and investors now How to prepare for the next wave of deal flow and refinance opportunities Connect with Gino Barbaro Email: gino@jakeandgino.comFree Book Request: gino@jakeandgino.comWebsite: https://jakeandgino.com We're here to help create multifamily entrepreneurs... Here's how: Brand New? Start Here: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/free-wheelbarrowprofits Want To Get Into Multifamily Real Estate Or Scale Your Current Portfolio Faster? Apply to join our PREMIER MULTIFAMILY INVESTING COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM. (*Note: Our community is not for beginner investors)
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