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In this episode of The Smart Real Estate Coach Podcast, we're sitting down again with Leo Kanell, founder of Seven Figures Funding, for a powerful masterclass on how to strategically access business credit and funding—even if you're just getting started.   Leo breaks down how real estate investors and entrepreneurs can use personal and business credit the right way to unlock capital, avoid common pitfalls, and scale faster.    From building credit through a brand-new LLC to leveraging business cards that don't report to your personal profile, this episode is packed with practical steps to get funding without tanking your credit score.   Key Talking Points of the Episode   00:00 Introduction 01:35 Who is Leo Kanell? 03:45 The problem with always needing more capital as an investor 05:35 Focusing on helping investors build business credit for more capital 06:38 The power of revolving business credit vs. personal credit 09:40 Can a brand new LLC qualify for funding? 11:24 Personal + business credit strategy for highest capital access 13:06 Soft credit checks vs. hard inquiries: how Seven Figures handles it 17:17 New fintech cash flow platform for real estate investors 20:36 The #1 mistake new investors make with available credit 22:07 Autopay strategy and monitoring credit monthly 24:37 What changes when you have access to capital as an investor 26:35 Smart Real Estate Coach Resources   Quotables   “You're not paying interest unless you use it—so why not get access to capital now, before you need it?”   “You don't want to drain your savings. You want options. And that's what business credit gives you.”   “When you invest in yourself, amazing things happen. Access to capital opens the door.”   Links   Episode 387: Funding Your Small Business, With Leo Kanell https://smartrealestatecoach.com/podcasts/leo-kanell/   Seven Figures Club Podcast https://7figures.com/7-figures-club/   Seven Figures Club https://smartrealestatecoach.com/7figures   The Business Funding Formula https://www.amazon.com/Business-Funding-Formula-Entrepreneurs-Businesses/dp/1542948576   QLS Live https://qlslive.com   Real Estate On Your Terms and Deal Structure Overtime https://wickedsmartbooks.com/podcast   FREE Master's Class http://smartrealestatecoach.com/masterspodcast   FREE Strategy Session with Chris Pre http://smartrealestatecoach.com/actionpodcast   QLS 4.0 https://smartrealestatecoach.com/qlspodcast   Investor Resources https://smartrealestatecoach.com/resources   Apprentice Program https://smartrealestatecoach.com/apprentice-pod   In the Trenches Bootcamp https://smartrealestatecoach.com/ittb-pod   3 Paydays Virtual Event https://smartrealestatecoach.com/3paydayspodcast   REI Blackbook https://smartrealestatecoach.com/REIBB-pod   7 Figures Funding https://smartrealestatecoach.com/7figures-pod   Land Voice https://smartrealestatecoach.com/landvoice-pod

In this week's episode, I'm joined by negotiation expert Tom Zeeb, and we're diving straight into the skills that make or break deals. From his near-death experience in 2001 to closing hundreds of transactions, Tom shares the real-world tools and mindset shifts that helped him go from broke to building financial freedom through real estate.   We talk about the art of negotiation, how to create true confidence on calls, and the three simple tactics that can instantly transform your seller conversations.    If you've ever felt stuck, unclear, or hesitant when speaking with sellers—this episode gives you the exact language, mindset, and structure to flip the script and close more deals.   Key Talking Points of the Episode   00:00 Introduction 02:28 Moving from DC to Florida and pivoting his investing focus 04:12 Negotiation as the core of every successful real estate strategy 05:30 Tom's 5-part STACK negotiation framework: starting with Confidence 07:12 Top 3 negotiation techniques that can get you more deals 15:02 Practicing negotiation skills through Craigslist ads and call critiques 16:49 Overcoming dips in business: the mindset piece 18:13 Pivoting without abandoning your foundation 19:48 The value of mentorship and coaching during tough seasons 21:09 Mental blocks, entrepreneurial ADD, and navigating risk 22:26 How to learn more from Tom 23:49 The two most important levers: marketing and negotiation   Quotables   “Negotiation is the middle piece of every real estate deal—without it, you have nothing.”   “Confidence changes everything. People can smell hesitation, and they'll run.”   “Don't pivot and abandon everything. Tweak your model. Make it stronger.”   Links   Tom Zeeb https://tomzeeb.com   Traction Real Estate Mentors https://tractionrealestatementors.com/guides   Episode 157: From “Broke as a Joke” to Thriving Investor and Mentor https://smartrealestatecoach.com/podcasts/family-cast-07/   QLS Live https://qlslive.com   Real Estate On Your Terms and Deal Structure Overtime https://wickedsmartbooks.com/podcast   FREE Master's Class http://smartrealestatecoach.com/masterspodcast   FREE Strategy Session with Chris Pre http://smartrealestatecoach.com/actionpodcast   QLS 4.0 https://smartrealestatecoach.com/qlspodcast   Investor Resources https://smartrealestatecoach.com/resources   Apprentice Program https://smartrealestatecoach.com/apprenticepodcast   In the Trenches Bootcamp https://smartrealestatecoach.com/ittbpodcast   3 Paydays Virtual Event https://smartrealestatecoach.com/3paydayspodcast   REI Blackbook https://smartrealestatecoach.com/REIBB-pod   7 Figures Funding https://smartrealestatecoach.com/7figures-pod   Land Voice https://smartrealestatecoach.com/landvoice-pod

In this week's episode, I sit down with Dr. Axel Meierhoefer—Air Force veteran, real estate investor, mentor, and the founder of the Ideal Wealth Grower system. Axel shares how he transitioned from corporate life to full-time real estate investor, scaling a portfolio across multiple states and countries while helping others achieve true time freedom.   We dive deep into remote investing strategies, mindset shifts required to lead your real estate empire like a true CEO, and creative financing ideas even if you don't have 20% down today. Axel also shares how he helps newer and seasoned investors alike not just build portfolios but transform their entire approach to wealth-building.   If you're looking for a blueprint to real estate freedom and a mindset to match, this conversation will move the needle for you.   Key Talking Points of the Episode   00:00 Introduction 01:00 Who is Dr. Axel Meierhoefer? 02:50 Investing across Ohio, Idaho, Florida, Belize, Spain & beyond 04:00 Creative housing strategies: room rentals via PadSplit 07:42 How to invest remotely using turnkey providers effectively 09:03 Why having property managers within turnkey companies matters 11:17 Managing your portfolio with a turnkey provider 15:12 The life cycle of a rental property: vacancy, tenant screening, raising rents 17:15 Creating a CEO mindset in real estate investing 22:20 Helping W-2 workers evolve into empowered CEOs of their portfolio 24:27  Creative strategies for funding 20% down payments 28:38 Mindset Prep Manual: Axel's gift for building investor discipline 33:42 Tangible assets for advanced investors: gold, silver, and investment diamonds 35:23 How diversification beyond real estate protects long-term wealth 37:56 How to get in touch with Axel and his team Quotables   “You can't earn back a dollar, but you can never earn back time or mindset once you lose it.”   “Investing isn't just about properties. It's about becoming the CEO of your future.”   “Freedom isn't a destination. It's a series of small, smart decisions stacked over time.”   Links   The IDEAL Investor Show https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ideal-investor-show-the-path-to-early-retirement/id1584725819   Mindset Prep Manual https://smartrealestatecoach.com/axel   Ideal Wealth Grower https://idealwealthgrower.com/   Ideal Wealth Grower https://www.amazon.com/IDEAL-WEALTH-GROWER-Journey-Freedom-ebook/dp/B0DH2H3P6N   QLS Live https://qlslive.com   Real Estate On Your Terms and Deal Structure Overtime https://wickedsmartbooks.com/podcast   FREE Master's Class http://smartrealestatecoach.com/masterspodcast   FREE Strategy Session with Chris Pre http://smartrealestatecoach.com/actionpodcast   QLS 4.0 https://smartrealestatecoach.com/qlspodcast   Investor Resources https://smartrealestatecoach.com/resources   Apprentice Program https://smartrealestatecoach.com/apprenticepodcast   In the Trenches Bootcamp https://smartrealestatecoach.com/ittbpodcast   3 Paydays Virtual Event https://smartrealestatecoach.com/3paydayspodcast   REI Blackbook https://smartrealestatecoach.com/REIBB-pod   7 Figures Funding https://smartrealestatecoach.com/7figures-pod   Land Voice https://smartrealestatecoach.com/landvoice-pod

In this mid-year solo episode, I'm getting real with you—no guests, no fluff. Just a straight talk on why you might be the one holding yourself back in real estate right now. It's not the market. It's not the economy. It's not the tools. It's how you're thinking, what you're prioritizing, and whether or not you're actually committed to your escape plan.   I unpack why now—yes, now—is one of the best times I've seen in my 33+ years in the business to get started in creative real estate. And I challenge you with some deep gut-check questions to figure out where you really are, where you want to go, and what's stopping you from getting there.   Whether you're a W2 employee thinking of leaving your job, a burned-out landlord, or a wholesaler leaving deals on the table—this is your call to action.   Key Talking Points of the Episode   00:00 Introduction 02:15 Who this is for: newbies, stuck pros, burned-out landlords 03:12 Gut Check #1: Where are you right now? 05:01 Gut Check #2: Where will you be in 2030 if nothing changes? 06:51 Why most people don't commit: trust, clarity, and money mindset 10:38 The market is not the problem—you are 12:25 Long-term view: why price doesn't matter when you hold creatively 16:54 How to get in the Apprentice Program for FREE 18:40 Bonus resource: exclusive distressed lead list from Landvoice 19:10 Bonus resource: custom CRM built with REI BlackBook 21:01 Is one deal per month possible in creative real estate? 22:37 Opportunity finds a path—don't let it pass you by 23:22 Landlords, realtors, wholesalers, W2 earners 25:40 In the Trenches Bootcamp, QLS Live, and how to plug in now Quotables   “If you're not happy with your job, what the heck are you still doing there?”   “Opportunity is like water—it finds a path. If you wait too long, it'll find someone else.”   “Real estate doesn't fail. People quit before they see it through.”   Links   QLS Live https://qlslive.com   Real Estate On Your Terms and Deal Structure Overtime https://wickedsmartbooks.com/podcast   FREE Master's Class http://smartrealestatecoach.com/masterspodcast   FREE Strategy Session with Chris Pre http://smartrealestatecoach.com/actionpodcast   QLS 4.0 https://smartrealestatecoach.com/qlspodcast   Investor Resources https://smartrealestatecoach.com/resources   Apprentice Program https://smartrealestatecoach.com/apprenticepodcast   In the Trenches Bootcamp https://smartrealestatecoach.com/ittbpodcast   3 Paydays Virtual Event https://smartrealestatecoach.com/3paydayspodcast   REI Blackbook https://smartrealestatecoach.com/REIBB-pod   7 Figures Funding https://smartrealestatecoach.com/7figures-pod   Land Voice https://smartrealestatecoach.com/landvoice-pod

On this week's episode, I sit down with Thomas Castelli, real estate-focused CPA and partner at Hall CPA, to dive deep into real, practical tax strategies that can save investors thousands. If you've ever wondered whether your CPA is leaving money on the table, this episode will confirm your suspicion and give you the tools to fix it.   Thomas shares eye-opening stories of tax returns gone wrong, the truth behind cost segregation and depreciation, and how strategic planning done proactively can unlock massive wealth preservation.    Whether you're a seasoned investor or just closing your first deal, these are the systems, mistakes, and mindset shifts that separate the average from the elite.   Key Talking Points of the Episode   00:00 Introduction 02:41 From accounting student to real estate investor to real estate CPA 04:02 Why generalist CPAs often cost investors money 05:14 The myth of “you can't take more than $25K in losses”—and how pros work around it 06:10 How depreciation offsets income and reduces your effective tax rate 07:17 The $50K case study: a CPA missed cost segregation, costing a client dearly 08:18 Advisory vs. compliance: why strategy beats paperwork 10:02 Common mistakes: missed depreciation, unreported insurance, and more 12:02 Opting out of bonus depreciation—when it helps and when it hurts 14:47 What is cost segregation? 18:12 Which items can be carved out in a cost seg: carpets, appliances, sheds & more 19:15 Should you run a cost seg if you plan to sell in 2 years? 21:36 Get in touch with Thomas and his team 22:26 Why real estate is the best long-term tax strategy in America 24:30 Tax planning isn't a luxury—it's your responsibility   Quotables   “Most CPAs are generalists. If they don't live in real estate, they don't know what to look for.”   “Your tax return is a report card for what already happened. If you want to influence it, you have to act now.”   “This is like surgery. You don't do it yourself. You call the right specialist.”   Links   Tax Smart Real Estate Investors Podcast https://www.therealestatecpa.com/podcasts/   Hall CPA http://smartrealestatecoach.com/hallcpa   QLS Live https://qlslive.com   Real Estate On Your Terms and Deal Structure Overtime https://wickedsmartbooks.com/podcast   FREE Master's Class http://smartrealestatecoach.com/masterspodcast   FREE Strategy Session with Chris Pre http://smartrealestatecoach.com/actionpodcast   QLS 4.0 https://smartrealestatecoach.com/qlspodcast   Investor Resources https://smartrealestatecoach.com/resources   Apprentice Program https://smartrealestatecoach.com/apprenticepodcast   In the Trenches Bootcamp https://smartrealestatecoach.com/ittbpodcast   3 Paydays Virtual Event https://smartrealestatecoach.com/3paydayspodcast   REI Blackbook https://smartrealestatecoach.com/REIBB-DD   7 Figures Funding https://smartrealestatecoach.com/7figures-pod

In this high-impact episode, I sit down with Damon Remy, the visionary behind REI BlackBook, to dive deep into the real-world application of AI, automation, and CRM systems for real estate investors.   We go far beyond the buzzwords and get into the trenches—how to actually use AI to find better deals, filter out tire kickers, and close more transactions with fewer headaches. Damon breaks down the 3 most powerful ways to integrate AI into your business today, why a CRM is your “central source of truth,” and how automation allows you to create predictability and freedom.   Whether you're a solopreneur trying to escape the hustle or a seasoned investor scaling your ops, this episode will give you a clear blueprint to simplify, systematize, and scale your real estate business.   Key Talking Points of the Episode   00:00 Introduction 01:25 Damon's backstory: from broke, broken home to military to entrepreneur 03:47 Why AI is overwhelming—but doesn't have to be 05:51 Strategy vs. Tactics: start with strategy, not tools 07:26 3 key ways to use AI in real estate investing right now 09:16 What does conversational AI do? 11:50 Choosing tools that integrate with your stack to avoid “app overload” 14:31 The story behind REI BlackBook: solving inefficiency with all-in-one software 20:15 CRM as your “central source of truth” 21:50 Tracking KPIs: which marketing dollars are actually making you money? 23:25 Systems → People → Freedom (The E-Myth model in action) 28:26 The business vision of REI BlackBook 33:40 How AI can help simplify your business 35:40 Using an AI assistant vs an overseas VA   Quotables   “Grind doesn't scale. Systems do.”   “You don't have to love tech. You just have to love freedom.”   “If AI can book your appointment, filter your leads, and coach your calls… why wouldn't you use it?”   Links   QLS Live https://qlslive.com   Real Estate On Your Terms and Deal Structure Overtime https://wickedsmartbooks.com/podcast   FREE Master's Class http://smartrealestatecoach.com/masterspodcast   FREE Strategy Session with Chris Pre http://smartrealestatecoach.com/actionpodcast   QLS 4.0 https://smartrealestatecoach.com/qlspodcast   Investor Resources https://smartrealestatecoach.com/resources   Apprentice Program https://smartrealestatecoach.com/apprenticepodcast   In the Trenches Bootcamp https://smartrealestatecoach.com/ittbpodcast   3 Paydays Virtual Event https://smartrealestatecoach.com/3paydayspodcast   REI Blackbook https://smartrealestatecoach.com/REIBB-DD   7 Figures Funding https://smartrealestatecoach.com/7figures-pod  

Explore how the Master-Apprentice program offered by the Southwest Folklife Alliance is preserving not just mariachi music, but the involvement of women in mariachi. Also: Sound Fiction returns with James Mustard's "Homestead on Bellatrix Prime"; celebrating the return of the Elegant Trogon to Madera Canyon; and "A Book I Love" from Cyclovia Tucson 2025.

What separates those who just dabble in real estate from those who build real freedom? After a decade in the business, coaching thousands of students, and scaling my own portfolio—I can tell you this: success isn't about talent. It's about traits.   In today's solo episode, I'm pulling back the curtain on the 9 traits that our most successful associates, apprentices, and real estate partners demonstrate every day. These traits aren't flashy. They're foundational. And they'll change the way you operate if you commit to them.   Whether you're brand new or scaling your real estate business, this episode will help you self-audit your habits, refocus your energy, and get real about what it takes to win.   Key Talking Points of the Episode   00:00 Introduction 01:01 The mission of Smart Real Estate Coach 02:07 The Genius Model: mindset, skillset, and systems 03:05 Why success requires delivering 3x the value to 3x your income 05:27 The 9 traits of success 07:05 Trait #1: Show up 08:10 Trait #2: Commitment 11:50 Trait #3: Be vulnerable enough to be critiqued (ACAA: Action, Critique, Adjustment, Action) 13:23 Trait #4: Leverage your mentor 14:29 Trair #5: Personal accountability 15:41 Trait #6: Public accountability 17:16 Trait #8: Sacrifice 18:50 Trait #9: Weekly reflection 20:33 How these traits were built by students, not coaches   Quotables   “You're not going to make $300K doing the same thing that got you to $100K. You have to become a different version of yourself.”   “You can't 10X your income without 10X'ing the value you bring to the market.”   “Sacrifice doesn't mean giving something up. It means trading something small for something greater.”   Links   QLS Live https://qlslive.com   Real Estate On Your Terms and Deal Structure Overtime https://wickedsmartbooks.com/podcast   FREE Master's Class http://smartrealestatecoach.com/masterspodcast   FREE Strategy Session with Chris Pre http://smartrealestatecoach.com/actionpodcast   QLS 4.0 https://smartrealestatecoach.com/qlspodcast   Investor Resources https://smartrealestatecoach.com/resources   Apprentice Program https://smartrealestatecoach.com/apprenticepodcast   In the Trenches Bootcamp https://smartrealestatecoach.com/ittbpodcast   3 Paydays Virtual Event https://smartrealestatecoach.com/3paydayspodcast   REI Blackbook https://smartrealestatecoach.com/REIBB-DD   7 Figures Funding https://smartrealestatecoach.com/7figures-pod

We often say that the road to a successful opera career can be a winding one—and we've got the receipts to prove it! Join Key Change co-hosts Anna Garcia and Olga Perez Flora as they discuss career trajectories, academic journeys, and artistic life with two legendary performers and educators: Kristin Ditlow, Associate Professor of Vocal Coaching and Opera Conductor at the University Of New Mexico, and James Flora*, acclaimed American tenor and Lecturer in Voice and Opera, also at UNM. Our conversation sets the stage for an exciting collaboration between Santa Fe Opera and UNM. “The position that I have (at UNM) has evolved with me,” says Kristin, who has worked around the world as a conductor and a pianist. “That's a testament to a healthy place that's willing to grow along with its faculty and allow them to grow in a position.” It's also a verdant artistic environment where raw talent is refined, and practice leads to proficiency.   Jamie hopes that the next generation of opera professionals will bring the art form's epic storytelling and staging to a broader audience. “I'd love for opera to step away a little bit from exclusivity,” he says, reflecting on how the perceived cliquishness couldn't be farther from the true experience of a live opera. “A lot of people who grew up in small towns like I did didn't understand the opera was for them,” he says, adding, “Opera's for everyone!” *That surname is no coincidence. Jamie also holds the title of spouse to our very own Olga. KEY CHANGE RECOMMENDED PLAYLISTS Catch up on the full story of Hometown To The World: Season 1, Ep 6: Hometown to the World: Discovering Postville Season 2, Ep 9: America Is Impossible Without Us Season 3, Ep 3: Responding to the World Season 3, Ep 8: Bridging Communities with Carmen Flórez-Mansi Season 4, Ep 1: This Doesn't Happen Without Audience; The Hometown to the World Premiere Season 4, Ep 2: Influence and Inclusion: The Impact of Hometown to the World with Youth Chorus Season 4, Ep 8: Hometown to the World Debuts on Broadway Hear the evolution of This Little Light of Mine: Season 2, Ep 7: Mother of a Movement: This Little Light of Mine BONUS: Is This America?  Season 3, Ep 4: Singing A Call to Action: Is This America?  Season 3, Ep 5: Making a Choice With Conviction: A conversation with Jeri Lynne Johnson Season 3, Ep 6: Building a Better Society with Florida International University Music Students Season 3, Ep 7: Lighting a Fire: The Legacy of Fannie Lou Hamer Season 4, Ep 6: A Day in the Life Before a World Premiere Season 4, Ep 7: Telling Hard Truths FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE Kristin Ditlow James Flora MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE IMSLP - Petrucci Music Library for scores in public domain Apprentice Program for Singers | Santa Fe Opera Cold Mountain | Santa Fe Opera The (R)evolution of Steve Jobs | Santa Fe Opera Hometown to the World | Santa Fe Opera This Little Light Of Mine | Santa Fe Opera Der Rosenkavalier | Santa Fe Opera The Turn Of The Screw | Santa Fe Opera Die Walküre | Santa Fe Opera La bohème | Santa Fe Opera Rigoletto | Santa Fe Opera A Midsummer Night's Dream | Santa Fe Opera Little Women | UNM Opera Oberlin Conservatory of Music Westminster Choir College Boston Symphony Opera BSO | Tanglewood San Francisco Opera | Merola Opera Program Arizona Opera The Glimmerglass Festival Pittsburgh Opera Central City Opera Kentucky Opera Metropolitan Opera This is Spinal Tap New Jersey Opera Theater Opera Steamboat The Three Feathers Benjamin Britten Star Wars Psycho Opera Company of Middlebury *** Key Change is a production of The Santa Fe Opera, Department of Community Engagement & Education. Share your favorite opera moments and questions with Community Engagement: agarcia@santafeopera.org Produced and edited by Andrea Klunder at The Creative Impostor Studios Hosted by Anna Garcia & Olga Perez Flora Audio Engineering: Collin Ungerleider & Kabby at Kabby Sound Studios in Santa Fe Technical Director: Edwin R. Ruiz Production Support from Alex Riegler Show Notes by Lisa Widder Theme music by Rene Orth with Corrie Stallings, mezzo-soprano, and Joe Becktell, cello Cover art by Dylan Crouch This podcast is made possible due to the generous support of the Hankins Foundation, Principal Education Sponsor of the Santa Fe Opera. To learn more, visit SantaFeOpera.org/KeyChange.  

In this episode, I sit down with Matt Theriault, a Marine Corps veteran, entrepreneur, real estate investor, the CEO of Epic Real Estate and host of the Epic Real Estate Investing Podcast. Matt shares how he went from losing everything in the music industry to rebuilding his life and fortune through creative real estate strategies—without relying on his own credit or cash.   We dig into his journey through financial hardship, how he found real estate after a devastating pivot, why seller financing is his favorite type of deal, and how building multiple income streams helped him create real freedom.    Matt's blunt, real-world advice about mindset, wealth-building, and taking action will fire you up if you're ready to get serious about creating lasting wealth through real estate.   Key Talking Points of the Episode   00:00 Introduction 02:45 Who is Matt Theriault? 04:04 How Napster crushed his first business overnight 06:47 Finding inspiration from a grocery store manager and discovering real estate 10:05 How Rich Dad, Poor Dad turned Matt's life around 12:03 Starting creative real estate investing with no credit, no cash 14:09 Sourcing deals through small, highly targeted mailing lists 16:35 Escape: flipping the traditional wealth-building model 19:02 Why residual income > chasing a big pile of money 20:00 Matt's favorite type of deal: seller financing with 0% interest 21:04 Advice for beginners: stop negotiating against yourself 23:57 Why lead flow matters and why some sellers want creative solutions 25:29 Matt's transition into coaching and building another passive income stream 30:16 Remaining in the trenches: why Matt still does deals personally 31:18 Connect with Matt and get a copy of Escape 32:02 Final advice: don't wait to own real estate—start today Quotables   “Real estate is the final frontier where the average person has a legitimate shot at real wealth.”   “Passive income should create your pile of money, not the other way around.”   “Real wealth isn't built on flash or hype – it's built on boring, consistent cash flow.”   Links   Escape: Crushing Conventional Wisdom With Real Estate Investing https://myescapebook.com/escape-2   Epic Real Estate Investing Podcast https://www.youtube.com/@epicrealestate   QLS Live https://qlslive.com   Real Estate On Your Terms and Deal Structure Overtime https://wickedsmartbooks.com/podcast   FREE Master's Class http://smartrealestatecoach.com/masterspodcast   FREE Strategy Session with Chris Pre http://smartrealestatecoach.com/actionpodcast   QLS 4.0 https://smartrealestatecoach.com/qlspodcast   Investor Resources https://smartrealestatecoach.com/resources   Apprentice Program https://smartrealestatecoach.com/apprenticepodcast   In the Trenches Bootcamp https://smartrealestatecoach.com/ittbpodcast   3 Paydays Virtual Event https://smartrealestatecoach.com/3paydayspodcast   REI Blackbook https://smartrealestatecoach.com/REIBB-DD   7 Figures Funding https://smartrealestatecoach.com/7figures-pod  

In this FamilyCast episode, I'm joined by Tim and Sandra Smith, a power couple from upstate New York balancing a demanding W-2, medical challenges, and real estate success. Tim and Sandra share their journey from doing deals the traditional way to successfully closing their first creative financing deal with the Wicked Smart® community despite all the life chaos happening behind the scenes.   We talk about the systems that helped them close the deal, how they sourced a buyer using our in-house platform, and why they're excited about doing more rent-to-own deals instead of dealing with rental headaches. Plus, we share real, boots-on-the-ground insight into building something meaningful without having to go “full time” on day one.   Key Talking Points of the Episode   00:00 Introduction 02:49 Tim and Sandra's background: real estate since the late '80s, nursing, and analytics 05:34 First creative deal: expired listing from MyPlusLeads 07:40 Seller motivation: first-time landlord overwhelmed by damage & eviction 09:52 Buyer marketing process: Craigslist, Facebook & Propsperity.io 11:27 Sifting through all the leads we generate from marketing properties 13:15 Their biggest aha: wait until after the viewing to pre-qualify the buyer 16:36 Structuring a 24-month rent-to-own term with the buyer 21:25 How they sold the deal before it even closed with the seller 22:21 Why you should join the QLS Live event in October 2025 24:03 Using Propsperity.io to automate tenant management 26:22 Words of wisdom: Don't wait for perfect conditions—just start Quotables   “When you build the system once, it becomes rinse and repeat, and we're ready to do more.”   “Everyone has life going on. But the Smiths didn't let it stop them—they found a way to keep moving forward.”   “The buyer was a foster family. They needed space. And our structure gave them that opportunity when a bank wouldn't.”   Links   QLS Live https://qlslive.com   Real Estate On Your Terms and Deal Structure Overtime https://wickedsmartbooks.com/podcast   FREE Master's Class http://smartrealestatecoach.com/masterspodcast   FREE Strategy Session with Chris Pre http://smartrealestatecoach.com/actionpodcast   QLS 4.0 https://smartrealestatecoach.com/qlspodcast   Investor Resources https://smartrealestatecoach.com/resources   Apprentice Program https://smartrealestatecoach.com/apprenticepodcast   In the Trenches Bootcamp https://smartrealestatecoach.com/ittbpodcast   3 Paydays Virtual Event https://smartrealestatecoach.com/3paydayspodcast   REI Blackbook https://smartrealestatecoach.com/REIBB-DD   7 Figures Funding https://smartrealestatecoach.com/7figures-pod   Propsperity.io https://propsperity.io

We love an encore! And this one's got it all: audition trends, futurecasting, and pragmatic advice for young opera talent. Key Change co-hosts Anna Garcia and Olga Perez Flora also serve up plenty of musical memories, behind-the-scenes intel, and a little love for the Santa Fe Opera as a venue as they continue their visit with Chandler Johnson. When we last met Chandler, he had introduced us to career paths less traveled. "There's more to this business than just singing,” he continues. Chandler knows this truth better than most. After discovering opera in his early teens, he pivoted from singing to arts administration. Chandler credits his years spent auditioning and performing for exposing him to career opportunities beyond the stage.  “Singing was my path to get to this place,” he confides, before launching into an impressive list of creative, collaborative opportunities within the opera ecosystem. "You can go into development, marketing and PR, media and AV. You can go into costuming and set design," he says, adding, "Having the experience of being a singer informs where you pivot in your life and in this art form." As for the art form in question, Chandler is not one to tinker with what works. "I wouldn't change anything about opera. I truly love the glitz, the glamor, the opulence, the stories, the chaos. I love it all!" he muses before offering one final piece of advice. "We just have to keep doing good art––keep doing good opera!––and the people will come."  KEY CHANGE RECOMMENDED PLAYLIST Taking Care of the Art with Chandler Johnson What's Opera to a Bunch of High School Students? Young Voices, “The New Crop” Harmony in Process: The Young Voices of the Santa Fe Opera with Amy "Process" Owens FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE Chandler Johnson, Director, Apprentice Program For Singers | Santa Fe Opera MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Apprentice Program For Singers | Santa Fe Opera Preview Dinners | Santa Fe Opera University Of New Mexico Opera Theatre | UNM Music Department Cincinnati Opera The Maryland State Boychoir Atlanta Public Schools Choir The Baltimore County Honor Choir Leontyne Price  Messa di requiem | Giuseppe Verdi The Defiant Requiem Foundation Fach System Rigoletto Lohengrin Verdi's Macbeth  Berlin State Opera Bavarian State Opera *** Key Change is a production of The Santa Fe Opera, Department of Community Engagement & Education. Share your favorite opera moments and questions with Community Engagement: agarcia@santafeopera.org Produced and edited by Andrea Klunder at The Creative Impostor Studios Hosted by Anna Garcia & Olga Perez Flora Audio Engineering: Collin Ungerleider & Kabby at Kabby Sound Studios in Santa Fe Technical Director: Edwin R. Ruiz Production Support from Alex Riegler Show Notes by Lisa Widder Theme music by Rene Orth with Corrie Stallings, mezzo-soprano, and Joe Becktell, cello Cover art by Dylan Crouch This podcast is made possible due to the generous support of the Hankins Foundation, Principal Education Sponsor of the Santa Fe Opera. To learn more, visit SantaFeOpera.org/KeyChange.

In this special FamilyCast episode, I sit down with David Albin, a high-performing member of our Wicked Smart® community who just closed his first creative real estate deal—while juggling a demanding W-2 job and family life.   David brings a unique background to the table: 26 years in the military, 25 years in corporate accounting, and now he's diving head-first into real estate investing using creative financing. If you've ever wondered, “Can I actually do this while working full time?” or “What happens after my first deal?”—this is your episode.   We break down the real estate deal from start to finish, including how David landed the seller, how he sifted through buyers, and how he confidently closed a $26,000 payday—without ever owning the home. Plus, we unpack the incredible support system that helped him get there.   Key Talking Points of the Episode   00:00 Introduction 01:30 Who is David Albin? 04:30 Why David decided to join the Wicked Smart community in 2023 06:00 How David incorporates real estate into his schedule 07:15 How the goal to supplement retirement grew  08:25 The power of community and camaraderie 11:20 What makes live events like QLS and In the Trenches so impactful 14:16 David's first creative deal 16:46 Switching from owner financing to assign out 18:11 Listing the property and getting flooded with buyer inquiries 21:51 How Nick and the team helped him vet buyers using Next Step forms 26:49 REI BlackBook, tracking, and scripting for your deals 28:00 Building confidence through the support from the community 32:02 Lessons learned from the first deal 35:09 Why you need to get to the next live event: QLS Live 2024 Quotables   “This started as a side hustle to build retirement savings. But once I did the first deal, I realized—it could replace the W-2.”   “I felt like I was drowning at first. But once I got the scripts and the support, it clicked—and the deal closed fast.”   “Getting to $26K on a property I never owned… that'll change how you think about income.”   Links   QLS Live https://qlslive.com   Real Estate On Your Terms and Deal Structure Overtime https://wickedsmartbooks.com/podcast   FREE Master's Class http://smartrealestatecoach.com/masterspodcast   FREE Strategy Session with Chris Pre http://smartrealestatecoach.com/actionpodcast   QLS 4.0 https://smartrealestatecoach.com/qlspodcast   Investor Resources https://smartrealestatecoach.com/resources   Apprentice Program https://smartrealestatecoach.com/apprenticepodcast   In the Trenches Bootcamp https://smartrealestatecoach.com/ittbpodcast   3 Paydays Virtual Event https://smartrealestatecoach.com/3paydayspodcast   REI Blackbook https://smartrealestatecoach.com/REIBB-DD   7 Figures Funding https://smartrealestatecoach.com/7figures-pod

Pop quiz: Name an opera training initiative that creates space for self-discovery, serious fun, and a bit of Broadway adoration. Spoiler alert: there's only one answer. On this episode of Key Change, co-hosts Anna Garcia and Olga Perez Flora get to know Chandler Johnson, Director of Santa Fe Opera's Apprentice Program for Singers, and uncover what early-career singers selected for this internationally acclaimed program can expect from their 13 weeks in the desert.  “It's a pressure cooker!” exclaims Chandler of the four-month-long apprenticeship, initially developed by John Crosby, founder of the Santa Fe Opera. How prestigious is the program, you might ask? We did the math. Out of a thousand applicants, less than 5% have a chance of making it in. That's 36-46 participants annually. And once those folks are accepted? They're met with a 360º view of the industry including an intense rehearsal regime, mainstage experience, individual scene recitals, donor events, and off-campus performances. Chandler's circuitous route to Apprentice Program director includes five different administrative titles at Santa Fe Opera alone, proving that the stage isn't the only avenue to an illustrious career (although he's got some amazing performance credits to his name). “I still sing for fun,” he says. “My roots were church music, musical theater, R & B, that kind of stuff. And, I'm always singing along to my favorite pop girlies.”  Now, he's happy to guide the next generation of talent, offering honest assessment and encouragement in equal measure. “I've had some singers come back and be, like, that one thing you said to me, that really changed the trajectory.” KEY CHANGE RECOMMENDED PLAYLIST Season 2, Episode 8: Gender is Not Genre: Women in Opera - featuring Susanne Sheston, Santa Fe Opera Chorus Master FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE Chandler Johnson, Director, Apprentice Program For Singers | Santa Fe Opera MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Apprentice Program For Singers | Santa Fe Opera Apprentice Program For Technicians | Santa Fe Opera Young Artists Program | Chautauqua Opera The Glimmerglass Festival Opera Santa Barbara Jessica Vosk Kathryn Henry Lina González-Granados | LA Opera Duke Kim *** Key Change is a production of The Santa Fe Opera, Department of Community Engagement & Education. Share your favorite opera moments and questions with Community Engagement: agarcia@santafeopera.org Produced and edited by Andrea Klunder at The Creative Impostor Studios Hosted by Anna Garcia & Olga Perez Flora Audio Engineering: Collin Ungerleider & Kabby at Kabby Sound Studios in Santa Fe Technical Director: Edwin R. Ruiz Production Support from Alex Riegler Show Notes by Lisa Widder Theme music by Rene Orth with Corrie Stallings, mezzo-soprano, and Joe Becktell, cello Cover art by Dylan Crouch This podcast is made possible due to the generous support of the Hankins Foundation, Principal Education Sponsor of the Santa Fe Opera. To learn more, visit SantaFeOpera.org/KeyChange.    

In this deeply inspiring and value-packed episode, I reconnect with my good friend and real estate powerhouse Dwan Bent-Twyford. Known as the Queen of Short Sales, Dwan returns to the show with a remarkable update that goes way beyond deals and numbers. Since her last appearance on Episode 213, she's navigated one of the most challenging seasons of her life—supporting her husband through a rare blood disorder and a two-year recovery inside a highly controlled environment. But as you'll hear, Dwan didn't let those two years off the real estate grid slow her down. In fact, she came back swinging. She and her husband now own 28 buildings in Clinton, Iowa, where they're leading the charge on revitalizing an entire downtown. We talk about how they're creating generational wealth, the power of creative financing, and how she's turning vision into reality—one block at a time. You'll also hear why market conditions don't have to dictate your success and how to spot hidden opportunities in overlooked areas.   Timeline Summary [0:00] - Introduction [1:13] - Dwan's background and her evolution from short sale queen to town rebuilder [3:43] - A life-altering diagnosis: her husband's rare blood disease and how they coped [7:36] - The importance of being financially prepared when life throws a curveball [10:57] - The surprising benefits of living in isolation and how it strengthened their marriage [12:17] - Hiring a VA team and how Dwan learned to let go of control [14:24] - Returning to real estate: updates on their bold Iowa town project [16:02] - Property values up 50% and new businesses fueling downtown resurgence [18:45] - What inspired the town revitalization plan and how Atlantic Ave in Florida played a role [21:24] - How they acquired buildings through owner financing, subject-to deals, and even foreclosures [22:07] - The voting system in downtown partnerships and their strategy to lead change [25:57] - Drawing 2,000 people weekly downtown: how community events helped drive momentum [27:03] - How to identify small-town investment opportunities with long-term upside [30:08] - Still in the game: flipping, rehabbing, wholesaling, and educating the next generation [31:47] - Door-knocking with her daughter and closing a $39,000 wholesale deal in 8 days [33:08] - How her kids are now using subject-to strategies to build their own rental portfolios [34:05] - Why distressed seller opportunities will always exist—regardless of the market [36:59] - Final thoughts: eliminating excuses, building mindset, and just getting start Links & Resources Dwan's Website and Podcast: dwonderful.com The Master Passive Income Podcast https://masterpassiveincome.com/podcast QLS Live https://qlslive.com   Real Estate On Your Terms and Deal Structure Overtime https://wickedsmartbooks.com/podcast   FREE Master's Class http://smartrealestatecoach.com/masterspodcast   FREE Strategy Session with Chris Pre http://smartrealestatecoach.com/actionpodcast   QLS 4.0 https://smartrealestatecoach.com/qlspodcast   Investor Resources https://smartrealestatecoach.com/resources   Apprentice Program https://smartrealestatecoach.com/apprenticepodcast   In the Trenches Bootcamp https://smartrealestatecoach.com/ittbpodcast   3 Paydays Virtual Event https://smartrealestatecoach.com/3paydayspodcast   REI Blackbook https://smartrealestatecoach.com/REIBB-DD   7 Figures Funding https://smartrealestatecoach.com/7figures-pod  

In this week's masterclass, we're bringing back a powerhouse guest, Dustin Heiner.  Dustin went from government employee to successfully unemployed by building a real estate business that runs without him and he's on a mission to help a million people do the same. We talk about scaling a rental empire, shifting your mindset, busting through excuses, and most importantly — creating a business that gives you freedom. If you're still on the fence about real estate, coaching, or taking the next step, this conversation is the wake-up call you didn't know you needed. Dustin drops actionable nuggets, no-fluff frameworks, and the kind of real talk that will light a fire under you. Let's dig in and get you moving toward your next quantum leap!  Key Talking Points of the Episode   00:00 Introduction 01:49 Who is Dustin Heiner? 04:45 From Government Job to Real Estate Freedom 07:50 The differences of being an investor and a business owner 10:05 How helping others creates a sense of fulfillment 13:00 The mindset shift to help you change your outcomes 15:00 Tips to help with scaling across the country 18:00 The importance of building a team 21:00 What are the top 3 excuses that hold people back? 27:10 The ultimate hack to unlimited deals 28:30 Learn more from Dustin!    Quotables   “Your boss is never going to pay you what you're worth because if they did, they'd go broke.”   “The more people you serve, the better your life gets, and the more money you make.”   “You don't wait to buy real estate. You buy real estate and then you wait.”   Links   Dustin Heiner https://instagram.com/thedustinheiner   Financial Freedom with Real Estate Investing https://masterpassiveincome.com/freecourse Text “RENTAL” to 33777   The Master Passive Income Podcast https://masterpassiveincome.com/podcast QLS Live https://qlslive.com   Real Estate On Your Terms and Deal Structure Overtime https://wickedsmartbooks.com/podcast   FREE Master's Class http://smartrealestatecoach.com/masterspodcast   FREE Strategy Session with Chris Pre http://smartrealestatecoach.com/actionpodcast   QLS 4.0 https://smartrealestatecoach.com/qlspodcast   Investor Resources https://smartrealestatecoach.com/resources   Apprentice Program https://smartrealestatecoach.com/apprenticepodcast   In the Trenches Bootcamp https://smartrealestatecoach.com/ittbpodcast   3 Paydays Virtual Event https://smartrealestatecoach.com/3paydayspodcast   REI Blackbook https://smartrealestatecoach.com/REIBB-DD   7 Figures Funding https://smartrealestatecoach.com/7figures-pod

This episode is a special one, Wicked Smart listeners—episode 500! And to mark the occasion, we're flipping the script. I step into the hot seat while three of our top Wicked Smart Coaches—Russell Ham, Mike Makredes, and Rick Abbiati—take over and put me on the spot with questions that dig deep into the journey, the lessons, and the long game of building a creative real estate business.We cover everything from how I'd start over today, to managing market shifts, scaling with the right hires, and why I believe so strongly in coaching. Whether you're brand new or you've been grinding for years, you'll hear hard-earned insight and practical tips that can help you go further, faster—with fewer bumps along the way. Timeline Summary [0:00] - Introduction [1:32] - How the creative real estate landscape has shifted—and why adaptability is key [3:02] - Why market changes don't mean pivoting entirely, but shifting your approach [7:03] - The two hires I'd make on day one if I were starting over [10:32] - What kept me moving forward when everything felt like it was falling apart [15:45] - Stacking consistent habits vs. chasing shiny objects in real estate [18:13] - How I decide whether to cash out or hold long-term on a deal [23:24] - Why owner financing is still my favorite strategy for building wealth [27:57] - How coaching has impacted the business—and the personal growth of our team [34:00] - Our coaches share their transformations and biggest breakthroughs [37:39] - Looking ahead to QLS Live 2025 and what we're bringing to Boston   5 Key Takeaways: 1. Adaptability is everything: Real estate markets shift, but success comes from knowing how to fish in new ponds—not switching your whole strategy. 2. Start with support: If I had to start over, I'd hire an executive assistant and a VA from day one to stay focused on high-value activities. 3. Stack before you pivot: Master one niche before jumping into another. Consistency always beats jumping from shiny object to shiny object. 4. Coaching isn't just about deals: Coaching accelerates your growth, sharpens your skills, and gives you the confidence to lead. 5. Owner financing is a wealth builder: It may be harder to understand at first, but when structured right, it delivers six-figure paydays and long-term wins. LinksReal Estate Junkies: Coast 2 Coast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/real-estate-junkies-coast-2-coast/id1747965666 Episode 103: From Full-Time Job, 12 Hour Days to Full-Time Investor, with Mike Makredes https://sites.libsyn.com/101440/episode-103-from-full-time-job-12-hour-days-to-full-time-investor-with-mike-makredes Episode 371: Kickstarting Your Career in Creative Real Estate, with Rick Abbiati https://smartrealestatecoach.com/podcasts/rick-abbiati/ Episode 402: Creating a Gameplan, with Russell Ham https://smartrealestatecoach.com/podcasts/russell-ham-02/ Episode 466: Creative Real Estate Investing Strategies from a Professional with Russell Ham https://podcasts.apple.com/hr/podcast/episode-466-creative-real-estate-investing-strategies/id1266331428?i=1000663909186 Episode 461: $90,000 Real Estate Payday! with Rick Abbiati https://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/episode-461-%2490-000-real-estate-payday-with-rick-abbiati/id1266331428?i=1000660303869 Episode 490: $1 Million in 4 Years with the 3 PayDay® Systems with Rick Abbiati https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/episode-490-%241-million-in-4-years-with-the-3/id1266331428?i=1000684073041 QLS Live https://qlslive.com Real Estate On Your Terms and Deal Structure Overtime https://wickedsmartbooks.com/podcast FREE Master's Class http://smartrealestatecoach.com/masterspodcast FREE Strategy Session with Chris Pre http://smartrealestatecoach.com/actionpodcast QLS 4.0 https://smartrealestatecoach.com/qlspodcast Investor Resources https://smartrealestatecoach.com/resources Apprentice Program https://smartrealestatecoach.com/apprenticepodcast In the Trenches Bootcamp https://smartrealestatecoach.com/ittbpodcast 3 Paydays Virtual Event https://smartrealestatecoach.com/3paydayspodcast REI Blackbook https://smartrealestatecoach.com/REIBB-DD 7 Figures Funding https://smartrealestatecoach.com/7figures-pod

Wicked Smart listeners, get ready for an insightful conversation on scaling your business the smart way. In this episode, I sit down with Solomon Thimothy, an entrepreneur with nearly two decades of experience in growth marketing. As the founder of OneIMS and co-founder of ClickX, Solomon has helped businesses overcome growth plateaus and achieve measurable, sustainable success.   We discuss the biggest challenges entrepreneurs face when trying to scale, the key mindset shifts needed to break through revenue ceilings, and why AI is becoming a game-changer for businesses looking to optimize operations. Solomon shares real-world strategies for accelerating growth, leveraging data-driven marketing, and making smarter business decisions. Whether you're a solopreneur or running a multi-million-dollar company, this episode is packed with insights you can apply immediately. Episode Highlights [0:00] – Introduction [2:20] – How Solomon went from self-taught web developer to helping businesses scale through data-driven marketing. [4:26] – The turning point that forced him to pivot from website development to full-scale lead generation. [7:38] – The biggest mistake small business owners make when trying to grow. [10:19] – The revenue thresholds where businesses typically hit roadblocks and how to break through. [12:31] – Why mindset is often the biggest bottleneck in scaling a business. [14:47] – How digital marketing and AI can accelerate business growth without increasing headcount. [19:06] – The evolving role of AI in sales and marketing, and why businesses need to adapt now. [24:58] – How AI is eliminating inefficiencies and making businesses more profitable. [26:42] – The future of scaling: why companies that embrace AI will have the biggest competitive advantage.   Five Key Takeaways 1. Scaling requires more than just working harder. Many entrepreneurs believe they need to add more services or expand their offerings, but true growth comes from refining and doubling down on what works. 2. Lead generation is more important than aesthetics. Having a great-looking website or social media presence means nothing if it does not generate revenue. Businesses must focus on conversion-driven strategies. 3. AI is the next competitive advantage. Businesses that leverage AI for automation, marketing, and sales optimization will outperform those that rely on traditional methods. 4. Mindset is often the biggest obstacle. Entrepreneurs who struggle to scale usually have internal roadblocks rather than external ones. Identifying and addressing these limitations is key. 5. Cutting unnecessary expenses accelerates growth. Many businesses waste money on ineffective marketing strategies. Analyzing ROI and reallocating resources to high-impact activities is essential for sustainable success.   Links & Resources https://www.thimothy.com/ Real Estate On Your Terms and Deal Structure Overtime https://wickedsmartbooks.com/podcast FREE Master's Class http://smartrealestatecoach.com/masterspodcast FREE Strategy Session with Chris Pre http://smartrealestatecoach.com/actionpodcast QLS 4.0 https://smartrealestatecoach.com/qlspodcast Investor Resources https://smartrealestatecoach.com/resources Apprentice Program https://smartrealestatecoach.com/apprenticepodcast In the Trenches Bootcamp https://smartrealestatecoach.com/ittbpodcast 3 Paydays Virtual Event https://smartrealestatecoach.com/3paydayspodcast REI Blackbook https://smartrealestatecoach.com/REIBB-DD 7 Figures Funding https://smartrealestatecoach.com/7figures-pod

Ever wondered how to go from flipping houses to developing entire communities? In this episode, I sit down with Brandon Cobb, a former medical sales rep turned real estate developer managing $20M+ in new home construction annually.   Brandon shares how he pivoted from single-family deals to large-scale land development, the risks he took to go all-in, and how he creates value before even breaking ground. We'll break down how to identify prime land, navigate zoning approvals, and follow institutional money to find the best markets.   If you're looking to scale your business, transition into development, or understand how big investors think, this episode is packed with practical strategies to help you level up.   Key Talking Points of the Episode   00:00 Introduction 02:17 The Apprentice Program 04:25 Brandon's story into entrepreneurship 08:47 Why your 9-5 job is the biggest risk you're taking 11:16 The leap from flipping houses to developing entire communities 19:37 The “Follow the Money” strategy 23:59 The impact of building relationships with city officials 26:35 Affordable housing demand & why entry level homes outperform 28:27 Connect with Brandon and his team!  30:30 Brandon's advice for aspiring real estate investors 31:40 Getting ahead in life by investing in education and mentorship Quotables   “I burned through my savings, maxed out credit cards, and still pushed forward—because failure wasn't an option.”   “Institutional investors and corporate expansions dictate where the real estate market is headed—follow the money.”   “Most investors chase existing deals; we create them by unlocking land value before we even buy it.”   Links   HBG Capital https://www.hbgcapital.net/ info@hbgcapital.net   Real Estate On Your Terms and Deal Structure Overtime https://wickedsmartbooks.com/podcast   FREE Master's Class http://smartrealestatecoach.com/masterspodcast   FREE Strategy Session with Chris Pre http://smartrealestatecoach.com/actionpodcast   QLS 4.0 https://smartrealestatecoach.com/qlspodcast   Investor Resources https://smartrealestatecoach.com/resources   Apprentice Program https://smartrealestatecoach.com/apprenticepodcast   In the Trenches Bootcamp https://smartrealestatecoach.com/ittbpodcast   3 Paydays Virtual Event https://smartrealestatecoach.com/3paydayspodcast   REI Blackbook https://smartrealestatecoach.com/REIBB-DD   7 Figures Funding https://smartrealestatecoach.com/7figures-pod  

In this episode of Smart Real Estate Coach, we're sitting down with Dr. Allen Lomax, a Ph.D. in Organizational Systems Psychology and real estate investor. Allen shares how he transitioned from academia to real estate, overcame the 2008 market crash, and built a system to turn low-performing investments into high-yield, recession-resistant assets.   Allen highlights the limitations of stocks and bonds, emphasizing private placements, multifamily syndications, and mobile home parks for better returns. He also introduces Streams to Impact, a program that helps investors restructure portfolios in 60 days for 18%+ annual returns with lower tax liabilities. If you're ready to move beyond traditional investments, this episode is packed with insightful strategies to help you take action.   Key Talking Points of the Episode   00:00 Introduction 01:23 Who is Dr. Allen Lomax? 04:06 Lessons from the 2008 market crash 07:44 What is Streams to Impact? 12:31 Who the Streams to Impact program is for 16:09 What high-net-worth individuals are investing in 20:59 Focusing on multifamily investments and other alternative assets 22:20 Streams to Impact podcast 25:48 Learn more about Dr. Allen Lomax and Streams to Impact   Quotables   “Most people think stocks and bonds are safe, but in reality, they're some of the riskiest assets out there.”   “The wealthy don't gamble with stocks—they build wealth through tangible, recession-resistant assets.”   “Private placements give you higher returns, tax advantages, and stability—without the daily market volatility.”   Links   Exclusive High Yield Investment Blueprint https://highyieldblueprint.com   Streams to Impact Podcast https://open.spotify.com/show/299AdjqfOa4TpSslHmmpud?si=576e45a8e3ef4632   Real Estate On Your Terms and Deal Structure Overtime https://wickedsmartbooks.com/podcast   FREE Master's Class http://smartrealestatecoach.com/masterspodcast   FREE Strategy Session with Chris Pre http://smartrealestatecoach.com/actionpodcast   QLS 4.0 https://smartrealestatecoach.com/qlspodcast   Investor Resources https://smartrealestatecoach.com/resources   Apprentice Program https://smartrealestatecoach.com/apprenticepodcast   In the Trenches Bootcamp https://smartrealestatecoach.com/ittbpodcast   3 Paydays Virtual Event https://smartrealestatecoach.com/3paydayspodcast   REI Blackbook https://smartrealestatecoach.com/REIBB-DD   7 Figures Funding https://smartrealestatecoach.com/7figures-pod

Equity Hammer, a venture studio and consulting firm, has created its intensive Entrepreneur's Apprentice program, designed to pair ambitious students with seasoned business leaders. This program aims to cultivate the next generation of business leaders by offering practical insights and skills beyond the traditional classroom.In this interview, Founder and CEO William Christensen discusses the Entrepreneur's Apprentice program and offers valuable insights on how entrepreneurs and solopreneurs can thrive in business, even with ADHD. He also highlights how automation and AI help those with ADHD overcome organizational challenges, empowering them to harness their creativity and scale their businesses effectively.Discover more about Equity Hammer and their Entrepreneur's Apprentice Program: https://equityhammer.com/Watch the full YouTube interview here: https://youtu.be/bEnI30mCQrgAnd follow us to stay updated: https://www.youtube.com/@GlobalOneMedia?sub_confirmation=1

In this solo episode of the Smart Real Estate Coach Podcast, I'm kicking off the new year with actionable advice to help you set yourself up for success in 2025. I'll walk you through the importance of conducting a “gut check” to evaluate where you are versus where you want to be, share insights on return on investment (ROI) and return on experience (ROE), and explain why creative real estate is your best strategy in today's uncertain market. I'll also highlight exciting opportunities like the Apprentice Program and In the Trenches Bootcamp, designed to fast-track your growth in the real estate investing world.    Whether you're a seasoned investor or just getting started, this episode is packed with insights to help you crush your goals this year.   Key Talking Points of the Episode   00:00 Introduction 01:35 Gut check: Are you where you thought you'd be? 03:24 Understanding return on investment (ROI) versus return on expense 06:25 The value of the three-payday system: metrics and potential earnings 14:17 Return on experience (ROE) and the power of immersive learning 18:02 The importance of creative real estate in a shifting market 21:04 The Coming Wave 22:00 Visualizing your ideal December 2025   Quotables   “Your income will not exceed your skill set, mindset, and systems.”   “Stop worrying about the cost; focus on the potential return and how to get there.”   “If you're not improving daily, your income will plateau—invest in yourself.”   Links   Real Estate On Your Terms and Deal Structure Overtime https://wickedsmartbooks.com/podcast   FREE Master's Class https://wickedsmartacademy.com/mastersclass   FREE Strategy Session with Chris Pre https://smartrealestatecoach.com/chrisprecall   FREE Workshop https://smartrealestatecoach.com/pcws   QLS Homestudy Course https://wickedsmartacademy.com/course/qls-homestudy-4   Investor Resources https://smartrealestatecoach.com/resources   3 Paydays Apprentice https://smartrealestatecoach.com/apprentice-pod   In the Trenches Bootcamp https://smartrealestatecoach.com/ittb-pod   REI Blackbook https://smartrealestatecoach.com/REIBB-DD   The Coming Wave https://the-coming-wave.com/   Chris Prefontaine chris@smartrealestatecoach.com

In this special year-end episode of the Smart Real Estate Coach Podcast, hosts Chris Prefontaine and Zach Beach take a reflective, unscripted look back at 2024, exploring the key trends and shifts in the real estate market. They discuss how high interest rates have shaped the industry, the surge in creative financing, and the importance of adaptability in an ever-changing economic landscape. Chris and Zach also introduce innovative programs like the Apprentice Program and In the Trenches Bootcamp, designed to help real estate investors navigate uncertainty and accelerate their success in 2025.    Packed with actionable insights, inspiring community stories, and practical strategies, this episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to make the most of creative financing opportunities.   Key Talking Points of the Episode   00:00 Introduction 01:03 How rising interest rates have fueled the growth of creative financing 04:09 Why creative financing is key in today's housing market 07:08 How uncertainty has caused a surge in creative financing deals 09:15 Launching the Apprentice Program for new real estate investors 12:47 Getting involved through The In the Trenches Bootcamp 20:30 In the Trenches Bootcamp dates for 2025 22:12 Key wins from 2024: Over 50 deals closed and $2 million generated in three-payday profits 30:41 Important metrics of 2024: How the 3-Paydays work 35:10 How you can get involved in the Wicked Smart Community in 2025   Quotables   “Creative financing isn't just a strategy; it's a lifeline for people navigating today's high-interest-rate market.”   “This business isn't about complicated strategies; it's about dedication, people, and solving problems consistently.”   “Every decision you make today is a building block for where you'll be in 2025—start now and set the stage for success.”   Links   Real Estate On Your Terms and Deal Structure Overtime https://wickedsmartbooks.com/podcast   FREE Master's Class https://wickedsmartacademy.com/mastersclass   FREE Strategy Session with Chris Pre https://smartrealestatecoach.com/chrisprecall   FREE Workshop https://smartrealestatecoach.com/pcws   QLS Homestudy Course https://wickedsmartacademy.com/course/qls-homestudy-4   Investor Resources https://smartrealestatecoach.com/resources   3 Paydays Apprentice https://smartrealestatecoach.com/apprentice-pod   In the Trenches Bootcamp https://smartrealestatecoach.com/ittb-pod   REI Blackbook https://smartrealestatecoach.com/REIBB-DD

A program is helping Inuttitut learners connect with fluent speakers in Nunatsiavut. We hear from the coordinator, Shirley Jararuse, along with recent participant Nicholas Flowers.

Catalyst CT, in partnership with Park City Presents, is launching a Live Music Production Apprenticeship Program - aimed at providing Bridgeport's youth with real career opportunities in the music industry. So, if it's your dream to get into the music business, this may be your chance!

Have you heard?? It's open enrollment time at Access Health CT, Connecticut's health insurance marketplace. So, if you are ready to renew your private health coverage, expand your benefits, or are just signing up for the first time, listen in as our expert from the agency answers many questions you probably have. Then, we'll have a spirited conversation with Girls Who Code - an organization committed to inspiring young women and nonbinary students to step up, learn, and explore possible career opportunities in the STEM arena by learning how to code. And we'll close talking about a vastly different career option. Catalyst CT, in partnership with Park City Presents, is launching a Live Music Production Apprenticeship Program - aimed at providing Bridgeport's youth with real career opportunities in the music industry. If it's your dream to get into the music business, this may be your chance!

Coldplay the band just released a single "WE PRAY" as a part of their forthcoming album "Moon Music" Josiah and Micah unpack 3 things you need to know about prayer and answer the question "Do Coldplay's Prayers Count?" This conversation is presented by GFA's Apprentice Program: www.gfa.org/apprenticeship Resources mentioned: Circle Maker by Mark Batterson: https://amzn.to/4dZEXr2 Lead With Prayer by Ryan Skoog: https://amzn.to/4eiECiX Our conversation on youngadultstoday with Ryan Skoog: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=84zpAT_K1oM&t=35s Our FYI episode on what is speaking in tongues: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e3tSOrvh5CA&t=1580s www.fyi-podcast.com | www.youngadults.today 

Mike Neiduski, owner of Ugly Dog Hunting company and Senior NAVHDA judge, joins me to talk about becoming a NAVHDA judge. We discuss his experiences going through the Apprentice Program, including why he decided to become a judge, what it was like to apprentice for the first time, and what he enjoyed the most about being an apprentice. We also get into his journey becoming a Senior judge and what the future may hold.   Mike also hosts the Ugly Dog Podcast. You can find him on Instagram, Facebook, or Tiktok. And you can visit his website or send him an email at info@uglydoghunting.com. The Accidental Bird Dog Podcast is sponsored by OnX Hunt, Boss Shotshells, and Toyota. We are part of the HerUpland Podcast Network. You can find me on the following platforms: Instagram | Facebook | Website   

Peter Müller: Fostering Future Agile Leaders, An Inside Look at the Apprentice Program for Agile Coaches and Scrum Masters Read the full Show Notes and search through the world's largest audio library on Scrum directly on the Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast website: http://bit.ly/SMTP_ShowNotes. In this episode, Peter introduces us to an innovative “Apprentice Program” designed to cultivate accountability and enhance skills among developers, scrum masters, and product owners. This transformative initiative not only equips participants with practical agile skills but also fosters a cohesive agile community within the organization. By involving leadership and aligning learning objectives with organizational needs, the program sets a precedent for sustainable, organization-wide agile adoption. What can other organizations learn from this approach to develop agile leaders effectively? Learn how the Apprentice Program Peter and his colleagues set up can help you overcome a stalled Agile adoption.   [IMAGE HERE] As Scrum Master we work with change continuously! Do you have your own change framework that provides the guidance, and queues you need when working with change? The Lean Change Management framework is a fully defined, lean-startup inspired change framework that can be used as the backbone of any change process! You can buy Lean Change Management the book at Amazon. Also available in French, Spanish, German and Portuguese.   About Peter Müller Peter is a seasoned Agile coach and transformation consultant with extensive experience in fostering agile environments and enhancing team dynamics. His expertise in solution-focused coaching has helped numerous teams optimize their operational efficiency and adapt to agile methodologies effectively.   You can link with Peter on LinkedIn and connect with Peter on Twitter.

Thanks to our Partner, Technician Find Building the dream team in the automotive industry goes beyond hiring technicians—it's about creating a culture that fosters growth, respect, and development. Join our panel of shop owners as they share their experiences and strategies in building an outstanding team. Topics include the significance of culture, passive and active recruiting, development through apprenticeship and training programs, and retention strategies like understanding employees' goals, compensation, and creating an enjoyable work environment. Want to learn more? Join Chris Lawson's 'Repair Shop Growth Systems Live 2024' May 31st - June 2nd in Mt. Arlington, NJ. https://www.repairshopgrowthsystems.com/ Chris Lawson, TechnicianFind.Com. Chris' previous episodes HERE Shawn Gilfillan, Automotive Magic, Kenvil and Lake Hopatcong, NJ. Shawn's previous episodes HERE Russell Crosby, Russ's Wrench Auto Repair, Clinton, NJ. Russ's previous episodes HERE Rob Morrison, Morrison's Auto Rite, Jamaica Plain, MA Roy Niemi, A & D Auto & Body Repair, Haslett, MI Show Notes Watch Full Video Episode Repair Shop Growth Systems Live 2024, May 31st - June 2nd, Mt Arlington, NJ: https://www.repairshopgrowthsystems.com Attracting Employees (00:00:01) Discussion on strategies and stories for attracting skilled technicians and employees to automotive repair shops. Upcoming Summit (00:01:11) Introduction of a summit focused on attracting, growing, and retaining employees in the automotive repair industry. https://www.repairshopgrowthsystems.com/ Personal Stories of Attraction (00:02:26) Shop owners share personal stories and strategies for attracting and hiring employees, including promoting unique employee benefits and culture. Writing Attractive Job Ads (00:10:03) Discussion on the importance of highlighting ongoing training and development opportunities in job ads to attract skilled technicians. Employee-Centric Job Ads (00:14:31) Highlighting the core elements that technicians look for in job opportunities, including compensation, growth opportunities, and respect for work-life balance. Creating an Apprentice Program (00:16:21) Establishing in-house mechanic apprentice program with local institutions and colleges to attract and develop young technicians. Focusing on Personal Growth (00:17:09) Prioritizing individual growth and ambitions, not just automotive knowledge, to attract and retain young staff. Hiring and Fostering Culture (00:18:09) Emphasizing the importance of hiring and fostering culture through team involvement in the hiring process and internal recommendations. Attracting and...

In this Roofing Road Trips® episode, Heidi J. Ellsworth celebrates WTI's Apprenticeship Program with Walter Marshall and Ian Cranmer who recount each of their transformative journeys through the program. WTI's unique offering delivers a one-of-a-kind experience for people entering the roofing industry and who want to expand their experience and knowledge. Through direct feedback and tailored guidance, WTI's Apprenticeship Program propels young professionals in their roofing careers. Find out how to sign up and get started today! 

 Kevin is an expert in leadership development; Micro-prenerurship and small business start-up strategies. He is also a personal and professional branding coach and mentor.   On today's episode Kevin and I discuss finding confidence in public speaking, what to do when technology fails or the unexpected happens and why the smallest details matter the most when it comes to public speaking. Kevin and I have a combined 60 years of professional speaking experience, so we have literally seen it all! 1:58  How do you find confidence in public speaking, even if you are inexperienced, or don't have an overly impressive resume.   3:16 How you should start in public speaking: finding a mentor or coach   4:06 The importance of passion in public speaking. “It really comes down to knowing yourself.”   6:45 Dig Deep: what does this mean and how you can use it to impact people through public speaking. What is it that lights a fire within you?   7:39 What's the best way to get a presentation going? How do you get people going? What's the best approach to trying to win over an audience and how do you start it?   9:05 The importance of storytelling in your presentation.    11:30 How do you positively engage an audience when you have bad news? What's the best way to convey news that is not positive? “Many people don't realize how many great companies started during an economic downturn. What a great inspirational story. But you wouldn't know that unless you study the history of business and business development.”   15:13 What do you do during a presentation when technology fails?  “I go into every presentation with the assumption that my technology is going to fail.”   15:40 A story from Kevin Mavers on preparedness and what you should do when technology fails.   19:10 The importance of preparedness and getting to your presentation site early enough to ensure you have all contingencies accounted for.   21:40 The importance of paying attention to the smallest details and how all of the most seemingly minute details being ironed out can lead to overall success in public speaking.   24:55 In the modern world, where Zoom communication and audio/visual communication through digital means, ensure your surroundings represent you and your message.   Show notes: Resonate: Present Visual Stories that Transform Audiencesl    Kevin's offering a 30-minute initial consultation to discuss your micro-preneurial dreams and 50% off the regular price for attendance in the 12-week Micro-preneurial Apprentice Program. You can find Kevin on the major social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter. KLMaevers@Maevers.biz 307.222.4909 Please make sure that you mention that you heard Kevin on the Own the Microphone Podcast. Listen and Subscribe to the Own the Microphone Podcast with Bridgett McGowen on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher and the CLNS Media Network mobile app. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mark sits down the with three current “apprentices” at FBC (Jacob Borstad, Ryan Andrews, and Micah Doerksen) as they share what God has taught them during these last several months in the program.

I can't find reliable help. How do I write a job description to attract people? How are you all finding employees? Everyone keeps quitting on me. What kind of SOPs do you all have in place? These questions and statements are some that I consistently see week after week in online flooring groups. One of the biggest issues small companies face are exactly these. Attracting and retaining good team members is a constant struggle even for the largest businesses, but there are ways to make it easier.Sam Bruce is the current President of Visalia Ceramic tile and a 3rd generation partner. Started by his grandma and grandpa Martino in 1985, the company has grown to employee over 30 certified tile installers, be a 5 star contractor under the NTCA, and be locally and nationally recognized for their brand and projects. A key part to their success and being able to have so many CTI's is that there is not only a clear hiring process but also a consistent training program that all tile finisher employees must complete. It wasn't built overnight and it didn't come easy but Visalia Ceramic tile also knew they did not need to reinvent the wheel.Listen in to this week's episode of the Floor Academy podcast as Sam and I discuss how they recruit new team members, successfully train them for everyone's long term success, and then retain them through clear advancement goals.Check out our sponsorsJohns ManvilleThe International Surfaces EventKronus SoftCheck out our website and storeSupport the show

Marcie (Turstlick) Bramucci remembers the initial impact Summer Stage had on her life as she experienced a 1987 performance of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. She joined the program when she was age-eligible, participating in the Apprentice Program, Children's Theater, and Mainstage. Her academic career took her to Point Park College before earning Master's Degrees from Villanova University and Columbia University. Marcie worked in media on both coasts before settling back in Delaware County. She is currently the Executive Artistic Director of Hedgerow Theatre Company in Rose Valley where she produces, directs, and performs. I hope you enjoy our conversation, so come along and have some fun. . .Hedgerow Theatre Company https://www.hedgerowtheatre.org/Marcie's professional website https://www.marciebramucci.com/We all have stories to tell, and they can be heard here. Welcome to Brave and Strong and True, a podcast that engages Summer Stage alumni of all ages. I'm Bob Falkenstein. Our music is composed and performed by Neil McGettigan https://neilmcgettiganandtheeleventhhour.bandcamp.com/releasesPlease follow Brave and Strong and True on Apple Podcasts. While you're there, please rate the show and leave a comment.  If you want to be a guest on Brave and Strong and True, please contact me at braveandstrongandtrue@gmail.com.You must have a desktop or laptop computer running the latest version of the Google Chrome browser. It helps if you have an external microphone and headphones, but Apple earbuds work too; however, BlueTooth ones are not 100% reliable, so see if you can borrow wired ones. Support the showUpper Darby Summer Stage is now part of the non-profit organization known as the Upper Darby Arts and Education Foundation. Harry Dietzler is the Executive Director of the UDAEF. If you are able to support Summer Stage financially, please visit udsummerstage.org to find out more.

Apply for the CAP Program: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdg1KeKBqE5367VexO6UlZLI7XQ_YZmru-OmWSIq5JxOD0DLA/viewform Get your samples of Perfect Puree: https://perfectpuree.com/foodservice/complimentary-samples/?utm_source=bartenderatlarge&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=sampling2022 ____________________________________ Join us every Monday as acclaimed bartender, Erick Castro, interviews some of the bar industry's top talents from around the world, including bartenders, distillers & authors. If you love cocktails & spirits then this award-winning podcast is just for you. SUPPORT US ON PATREON: Get early access to episodes, exclusive bonus episodes, special content and more: https://www.patreon.com/BartenderAtLarge WATCH OUR VIDEOS ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/bartenderatlarge FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: Erick Castro: www.instagram.com/HungryBartender Bartender at Large: www.instagram.com/BartenderAtLarge FOLLOW US ON TWITTER: Erick Castro: www.twitter.com/HungryBartender Bartender at Large: www.twitter.com/BartendAtLarge

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Lynae Risinger is a ranch management apprentice and currently manages the MP Ranch in New Mexico. She started as a ranch intern three years ago on the MP and spent eight months on the Paintrock Canyon Ranch before moving back to the MP, where she has been ever since. She is proud to call New Mexico home and loves to share it with the many faces of Ranchlands, her two dogs and her cat, Boo. Learn more about Ranchlands' Apprentice Program

Join PJ and Michael as they unravel the keys to success in locksmith apprenticeships and fair compensation. In this episode, PJ sits down with Michael, the owner of Anderson Lock and Safe, to dive deep into his innovative Locksmith Apprentice Program. Michael's approach to finding and nurturing new locksmith talent is nothing short of unique and highly successful.Discover the secrets behind Michael's unconventional hiring process and how it sets his business apart in the locksmith industry. Learn how he's managed to create a winning formula that benefits both locksmiths and the company itself.One of the highlights of the conversation is Michael's pay system. Find out how this system has allowed locksmiths under his wing to not only earn more money but also generate more profit for the business!

In this podcast, we sit down with our friends Ray and Emily Julin to discuss our experiences in the Apprentice program for NAVHDA. We discuss why we joined the apprentice judging program and what we hoped to get out of it. Kat and Charles talk about why they wanted to become NAVHDA judges and what they thought they were going to get going into the program and what they have gotten out of it now that they are both approved judges. Emily talks about sometimes you need a push from friends and other judges to give you the confidence to start the process! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/standing-stone-podcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/standing-stone-podcast/support

Our panel from NAPA AutoTech Training, discuss key insights regarding the pivotal role of continuous training in the automotive aftermarket industry. What are the challenges of learning technical material after a demanding workday and is there the need for tailored training sessions that consider the environment and attention span of technicians? The NAPA Apprentice Program was highlighted for its self-paced approach, allowing apprentices to earn multiple ASE certifications in a span of two years. Beyond training, the panel stressed the significance of investing in technicians and the consensus emerged that prioritizing attitude and work ethic in technician hiring, rather than just skill sets, equals a successful workforce. Allen Bass, Regional Manager, NAPA AutoTech Training Randy McClure, Regional Manager, NAPA AutoTech Training Scott Kochetta, Director, NAPA AutoTech Training Sales & Business Development Show Notes Daytime vs Nighttime Training (00:01:31) Discussion on the effectiveness of daytime and nighttime training sessions and the challenges faced by technicians attending training after work. Importance of Instructor Training (00:04:09) The importance of keeping instructors trained and up-to-date to ensure they can effectively engage and teach students. Investment in EV Training (00:06:13) The challenges and investments involved in developing training content for electric vehicles and the increasing prevalence of EVs in the automotive industry. The Build a Tech Program (00:08:55) Discussion on the importance of the Build a Tech Program in training technicians and providing them with career opportunities. The Apprentice Program and its Benefits (00:16:46) Explains the competency-based curriculum of the apprentice program, the certifications earned, and the benefits for shops. Learning Management Systems and E-Learning Library (00:19:07) Discusses the importance of a good learning management system (LMS) and the integration of the apprentice program and e-learning library. Virtual Training and its Importance (00:21:45) Explores the significance of virtual training, its reach, and the need for it in areas where physical attendance is not feasible. Training Equates to Retention (00:26:24) Discussion on the importance of training and how it leads to employee retention and positive culture. Selling the Value of Training (00:27:43) The challenges of convincing shop owners to invest in training and the long-term benefits it brings to the business. Hiring for Attitude and Work Ethic (00:30:46) Emphasizing the significance of hiring technicians based on their attitude, work ethic, and willingness to learn, rather than just their skill set. The importance of investing in training (00:35:06) Discussion on how training is not just an expense but an investment in the future of the business and the technician. Personal satisfaction in helping others (00:36:04) The fulfillment and satisfaction that comes from teaching and helping technicians improve their skills and future prospects. Encouraging shop owners to invest in training (00:37:14) The importance of shop owners taking a leap of faith and investing in training for their technicians, with a story analogy to emphasize the point. Thanks to our Partner, NAPA AUTO CARE Learn more about NAPA AUTO CARE and the benefits of being part of the NAPA family by visiting https://www.napaonline.com/en/auto-care Connect with the Podcast: -Join our Insider List:...

Today's episode of The Lead With Trust Show marks another part of the Bring Women into Construction series, and this time Sue chats with Jacob Adirte and Susan Rodriguez. Jacob is the Director of Organizing at the Nor Cal Carpenters Union, and Susan is a Field Representative for the Northern California Carpenters Regional Council, part of the United Brotherhood of Carpenters. The Nor Cal Carpenters Union (NCCU) has a membership of over 37,000 skilled craftspeople and is one of the largest organized voices in the construction industry. Their mission is to ensure each member can build a career with dignity that provides the best wages and benefits possible. The Northern California Carpenters Regional Council (NCCRC) is an affiliate of the United Brotherhood of Carpenters, one of North America's largest building-trades unions. The NCCRC represents over 30,000 working men and women in the northern 46 counties of California as well as several thousand contractors. They have served their members, employers, and communities for over 130 years.During the episode, Sue, Jacob and Susan discuss their new all-female pre-apprentice program, including the breakdown of the process applicants will experience.They look at the challenge the industry faces supporting female workers on the job, particularly as they enter their childbearing years. They also offer information for those who wish to take part in the next pre-apprenticeship program.Join Sue, Jacob and Susan for this fascinating discussion.If you have any questions or suggestions for Sue, feel free to reach out via email.Enjoy!What You'll Learn in this Show:Why the real challenge in the industry is not recruiting people - it's retaining them.The importance of recruiting and retaining new talent in the industry.The role of the union in the construction industry and ensuring that female members are fully supported.And so much more...Resources:Susan's LinkedInSusan's Phone: (209) 992-0760Susan's EmailWomen's Focus CommitteeJacob's EmailNor Cal Carpenters Union websiteThe Trusted Leader CourseLead with Trust NewsletterSue's EmailSign Up for Sue's Free Masterclass, No More Claims

This week's guest is Danny Tejada!Danny Tejada is a 13-year expert in college counseling. He grew up in New York City, where he published his first book called "Different Families, Still Brothers," exchanging life stories with his mentee. At the beginning of his career, he started in community-based organizations that focused on assisting low-income students with the college application process.Upon entering the field, Danny challenged himself to learn as much as he could about the college application process. He joined college counseling associations and attended trainings to pick the minds of more experienced counselors. Reading the latest college admissions news/books to engage people online and personally to discuss college admissions policies, became essential to his continuous learning. In 2018, Danny started working with mostly middle-income families at a charter school in Brooklyn, New York. His work as a contractor with Brooklyn Botanic Garden's Apprentice Program consisted of middle and upper-income students, which led to founding We Go To College, LLC. In 2019, Danny moved to St. Louis for a director position at a private high school in the college counseling office. Throughout his career, he shared admissions strategies and policies with other college counselors on listservs, online platforms, and at conferences.He also created TestOptional.com to inform counselors, students, and families about the realities of testing and why test-optional schools are an excellent choice for many students. A graduate of George Westinghouse High School and Skidmore College, Danny also completed the College Advising Program at Teachers College, Columbia University. College Board named him the first college counselor to be called a "Professional Fellow" for his work.To learn more about what he does and We Go To Colloge:https://www.wegotocollege.com/Follow Danny (and his quest to rib AEW stans) check him out on Twitter:https://twitter.com/WWFCounselor-----------------------------------------Head on over to SpartacusCoffee.com for the best coffee on the market and be a part of the team!Get/send a special message from me on Cameo!https://www.cameo.com/noahkinseyWatch more fun content on YouTube!https://www.youtube.com/noahkinseySee more content for the show on our social accounts:Instagram: @pierleftproductionsTwitter: @CoffeeTimeNKFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thenoahkinseyFollow Noah Kinsey on Twitter, TikTok, and Instagram: @thenoahkinseyWant quality lactose-free/vegan protein powder?Click the link below to order delicious, plant based powder from an amazing company that offers free shipping on all qualified orders!And use the coupon code “Noah” at checkout to get 10% off!https://greenregimen.com/?ref=4OVrbsQpcVwKAThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5552813/advertisement

Jae Arias is an Underwriting Account Service Associate in construction for Zurich North America and a 2022 graduate of the Zurich Apprenticeship Program. She became a member of Zurich's first New York cohort of apprentices after Zurich expanded the program beyond its Illinois headquarters in 2020. Despite the challenges of working and studying remotely at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, Arias thrived in the program, being inducted into the Honor Society at the Borough of Manhattan Community College and successfully completing her apprenticeship in September 2022. She was promoted into her current role in addition to earning a Department of Labor Registered Apprentice certification and an Associate Degree in Business Management with a concentration in insurance from BMCC. Before joining Zurich in 2020, Arias managed a dermatology office. She wanted to go to college, but the math didn't work: She would need to work less to attend classes, but she'd need to earn more to pay for them. A friend who worked at Zurich told her about the insurance provider's apprenticeship program. The math worked both financially and for Arias' family: The program pairs three days a week of on-the-job learning with two days focused on schoolwork. Zurich pays apprentices a full-time salary with benefits, and covers tuition and books. Arias pivoted out of a desire to better her life and be a role model to her children, the third of whom was born during her apprenticeship. Today she is pursuing her bachelor's degree through online studies at Loyola University Chicago, with help from Zurich's tuition benefits, while working full time and serving as an Apprentice Alumni Advisor to current apprentices. She is also part of Zurich's international Apprenticeship Buddy Program, with participants in countries such as Spain, Germany, Mexico and more. Her buddy, based in Switzerland, recently visited Arias at Zurich's Manhattan office. Arias enjoys sharing her experience and recently visited a Brooklyn charter high school to speak to seniors and alumni about apprenticeship. Highlights from the Show Jae was managing an office when pandemic lockdowns struck, putting her job in jeopardy A friend mentioned a program Zurich had started where you can go to school and work, and she decided to look into it Zurich North America's Apprentice program pays for students to finish their associate or technical degree while also employing them full time While they earn full-time pay, they are in school two days a week and at work three days a week Zurich provides an hour a day during work for studying An extensive support program is in place, including coaches, mentors, apprentice graduates and peers, recognizing that the issue isn't just a money problem, but a more holistic question of supporting people pursuing their education while also needing to support themselves and their families Upon graduating from the program in two years, apprentices have a full-time role at Zurich to move into This helped Jae break the cycle many people find themselves in where they want to finish their degree, but need to work and may have families to care for as well, so giving time to any one of those demands can make the whole chain break – less time to work means less money for school, but you need time for school or you won't graduate; etc Due to its success, the program has been expanding to more cities and school across the country, after its beginnings in the Chicago area, expansion to New York (where Jae joined the program), and now into Texas and Atlanta Zurich has found this to be a valuable way to work on the talent issue we all talk about in insurance while also bringing in new and different talent than they might ever have had access to with past approaches This episode is brought to you by The Future of Insurance Volume III. The Collaborators, part of the Future of Insurance thought leadership series (future-of-insurance.com) from Bryan Falchuk. Follow the podcast at future-of-insurance.com/podcast for more details and other episodes. Music courtesy of Hyperbeat Music, available to stream or download on Spotify, Apple Music, and Amazon Music and more.

On this episode of Ruby for All, Andrew and Julie welcome Mike Munroe, Co-founder of OBLSK, a Rails consultancy, who's here today to discuss their Junior Developer Apprentice Program. Today, we'll learn all the details about the program, the importance of having a mentor and a framework in place to guide the Junior developer's progress, and how Mike believes with the right mentorship, a Junior developer can become independent and self-sustaining within a year. There's a conversation on how remote mentorship differs from in-person mentorship, and some strategies to help Juniors ask for help. He also talks about the importance of not stressing about time, encourages the exploration of learning, and why Mike believes for Juniors to be successful there has to be passion. Press download the hear much more! [00:01:01] Mike tells us what OBLSK is and his background in programming. [00:03:10] If you want to hear about the Apprentice Program, Mike gives us all the details and how he believes it's important to invest in Junior developers and support them.  [00:08:56] We hear how Mike thinks that a Junior developer, with the right mentorship, can become independent and self-sustaining within a year. [00:12:46] Julie tells us she is good about reaching put for help when she's stuck on something but feels like many people may have a problem with reaching out,  Mike shares some tactics to help Juniors ask for help, such as asking any questions at any time, even if you think it's a “stupid question, and put code into GitHub.[00:18:04] Andrew highlights something Mike said, and he strongly believes in, is that if a Junior has a question, invite that Junior into the room for the meeting to be a part of the team. [00:19:01] Mike stresses the importance of leaders showing vulnerability and humility to make Juniors feel more comfortable.  [00:00:00] A great piece of advice Mike shares for Juniors is not letting time be a stressor, also taking breaks and pursue tangents to keep the process fun and positive.[00:24:14] We learn why Mike believes for Juniors to be successful there has to be passion.[00:26:46] With the current Junior Apprentice who's gone through the program, Julie wonders how the program has been for him, and Mike explains some of the struggles with Git and Front-End Technologies.[00:29:43] Find out where you can follow Mike on the web. Panelists:Andrew MasonJulie J.Guest:Mike MunroeSponsors:GoRailsHoneybadgerLinks:Andrew Mason TwitterAndrew Mason WebsiteJulie J. TwitterJulie J. WebsiteMike Munroe TwitterMike Munroe LinkedInOBLSKOBLSK 30/60/90 Apprenticeship Program

What advice would you give your younger self about investing in real estate? We have posed that question to applicants of our Apprentice Program over the years and you're about to discover the top answers. Before you learn what they are, be honest with yourself and determine what you would advise your younger self about real estate.

In this week's episode of The Produce Industry Podcast w/ Patrick Kelly we chat with Alexandra "Rae" Molumby and Blair Butterworth about the FPFC Apprentice Program. These two women leaders are Alumni's of the program and feel without it the careers could have been different! r audience As part of the its mission to promote and support the industry, the Fresh Produce & Floral Council is committed to helping cultivate and develop the next generation of industry leaders . The FPFC Apprentice Program was created to provide professionals from every department and at every level the experience, education and skills they need to succeed and lead. Join Blair, Rae and Patrick talk about how to apply for the program, fun stories, and what you can expect from this leadership group! FANCY SPONSORS: Ag Tools, Inc.: https://www.agtechtools.com, Flavor Wave, LLC.: https://flavorwavefresh.com, Noble Citrus: https://noblecitrus.com, Buck Naked Onions/Owyhee Produce, Inc.: http://www.owyheeproduce.com and John Greene Logistics Company: https://www.jglc.com CHOICE SPONSORS: Indianapolis Fruit Company: https://indyfruit.com, Equifruit: https://equifruit.comArctic® Apples: https://arcticapples.comSev-Rend Corporation: https://www.sev-rend.com and Jac Vandenberg Inc.: https://www.jacvandenberg.com Dole Fresh Vegetables: https://www.dole.com/en/produce/vegetablesand Golden Star Citrus, Inc.: http://www.goldenstarcitrus.com STANDARD SPONSORS: London Fruit Inc. https://londonfruit.com, Fresh Cravings: https://www.freshcravings.com, Freshway Produce: https://www.freshwayusa.comand Citrus America: https://citrusamerica.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theproduceindustrypodcast/support