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In this episode, we're reflecting on the evolution of WIIRE and everything we've learned from building a community of women in real estate. When we first launched our membership, we had no idea what we were getting into—and it showed. We talk candidly about why we ended up shutting that first version down, what we learned about pricing and commitment, and how we've refined our approach to make the experience more valuable for our members.If you haven't listened to Episode 185, make sure to check it out!We share how retreats have become a cornerstone of deeper connection, how podcasting helped grow our reach, and what it was like to write our first book—a huge milestone for us. This journey hasn't been easy, but it has been full of lessons, especially around authenticity, leadership, and continually improving what we offer. If you're curious about the behind-the-scenes of community building, the importance of metrics, or what it's like to pivot and grow, this episode is for you.Is there a topic you'd like us to cover in an upcoming episode? DM us on Instagram and let us know!  Resources:Simplify how you manage your rentals with TurboTenantMake sure your name is on the list to secure your spot in The WIIRE Community  when doors open on July 14Leave us a review on Apple PodcastsLeave us a review on SpotifyJoin our private Facebook CommunityConnect with us on Instagram

Send us a textThis is a Replay of an episode first published in November 2023. Rick Gibson made his living successfully as a lawyer for nearly four decades. But it was a noteworthy book that made the case for him to think about investing. Rich Dad, Poor Dad.That book inspired Rick to leave corporate America and form an investing team with his sons in real estate. Today Gibson's portfolio includes mobile home parks and storage facilities, which he was able to grow and sell to a real estate investment trust. And along the way Rick has come to see the importance of community in the self-storage industry, highlighting the value of Scott's mastermind group in providing resources and support. WHAT TO LISTEN FOR4:16 The Role of Family and Legacy in Business10:30 The Importance of Community and Networking18:16 Adapting and Thriving Through Economic Cycles21:16 Leveraging Experience and Collaboration for Success Leave a positive rating for this podcast with one clickABOUT RICK GIBSONRick was a lawyer by trade in the St Louis area for 37 years. As an investor, his family business owns 80 single family rentals, six mobile home parks and nine storage facilities. He's also involved in passive investing with another half dozen storage facilities and three different storage funds. CONNECT WITH RICKEmail  CONNECT WITH USWebsite | You Tube | Facebook | X | LinkedIn | Instagram Follow so you never miss a NEW episode! Leave us an honest rating and review on Apple or Spotify.Attend the Self Storage Academy in Seattle, WA August 21-23https://selfstorageacademy.com/

On this episode I have SoCal based trekker, backpacker, outdoor guide & safety instructor, wilderness first responder, wild keeper, and founder of Way Out Wild, Nikki Taylor aka Adventure Pea, joins me on the show. We chatted about Nikki's first hiking memories, her journey from the Philippines to Colorado to Los Angeles, the diverse outdoor experiences she fell in love with, the origin story to creating Way Out Wild, female empowerment through outdoor adventures, their REI meet & greet experience, her top trails in California, her special connection with On Trail With, hosting outdoor safety classes, the Six Pack Of Peaks Challenge: Way Out Wild Edition, personal trail moments that shaped her as a founder & guide, the importance of stewardship and protecting public lands, and the one outdoor experience she would relive all over again.________________________This episode is brought to you by roads‍urfer — the global leader in RV and camper van rentals. With over 70 rental stations across Europe and North America in 16 countries, they make it easy to hit the road wherever adventure calls. Whether it's the mountains, the coast, or the open desert — your home is already packed. Check them out more on roadsurfer.com and use our promo code “JUSTTREK” for 11% off your next roadtrip adventure and experience the freedom of van life, your way. Watch Youtube version: https://youtu.be/GdsmaIfSel0Follow Nikki & Way Out Wild on https://www.instagram.com/adventure_pea/ and https://www.instagram.com/wayoutwild_/Stay updated on events on https://www.eventbrite.com/o/way-out-wild-45312954783Follow Just Trek on IG https://www.instagram.com/just.trek/Support Just Trek on Patreon ⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/justtrek⁠⁠Shop Just Trek merch on ⁠⁠https://www.justtrek.net/shop⁠⁠Listen to more podcast episodes on ⁠⁠https://www.justtrek.net⁠⁠Want to send me a message? Email me at ⁠⁠justtrekofficial@gmail.com⁠⁠ or DM on Instagram @just.trek

Illegal fireworks bust. Petros & Money pissed about Ska-Foosh's birthday. // David Vassegh, Dodgers reporter on Clayton Kershaw's 3000th strikeout // Conway gets mistaken for working at so many places. Like Target, REI, Home Depot, Target // Sean 'Diddy' Combs verdict: Combs won't be freed before sentencing. Combs was acquitted on racketeering and sex trafficking charges but found guilty of lesser charges. He denied all of the allegations.  #Fireworks #Diddy #Dodgers #HomeDepot #Target  

The third of 4 Episodes with Outdoor Adventure Photographer Sergio Bolivian providing tips and advice to improve your adventure photography. Facebook   Twitter   Instagram Love the show? Subscribe,  rate, review, and share! Sign up for my Newsletter  HERE I'd love to hear your feedback about the show! You can contact me here:  rick@ricksaez.com Show Notes Ever tried hiking 12 miles with a 40-pound camera bag? Yeah... I did . . . Once. What Happened: I used to think the more gear I carried, the better photographer I'd be. Every lens, every filter, every tripod head—I looked like REI exploded on my back. But halfway up a steep ridge in the Sierra, gasping for breath, I thought my buddy Sergio—he carries two cameras, two lenses, zero sweat. Dude casually composes shots while I am usually auditioning for a Gatorade commercial. That's when it hit me. It's not about carrying everything. It's about seeing everything better—with less. Principle: Packing light isn't just about saving your spine. It forces you to become more intentional. To stop overthinking the gear and start trusting your eye. That's what makes your photography sharper—physically and creatively. Transition: Most outdoor photographers think they need the “perfect” gear setup to get “the shot.” But what if that mindset is actually what's holding you back? Lugging around unnecessary equipment, over-editing photos, relying on gear instead of instinct... sound familiar? That's why: That's why this week's episode with Sergio is a must-listen. He breaks down exactly how he shoots stunning landscapes with a lean kit, no filters, and a mindset honed from decades in the field. If you've been overpacking, overthinking, or just overwhelmed, this one's for you. Call to Action: Struggling to capture powerful images because your bag's heavy, your process is clunky, or you're stuck in gear paralysis? Listen to this episode and finally learn how to shoot with clarity—literally and creatively.

Andy Ruben is the Founder and Executive Chairman of Trove, a re-commerce technology company that powers branded resale programs for major labels like Patagonia, Lululemon, REI, and Levi's. Before Trove, he spent a decade at Walmart as the company's first Chief Sustainability Officer, where he launched global sustainability efforts, led omnichannel and private-brand strategies, and integrated e‑commerce — including the rollout of grocery delivery.  Ruben founded Trove (originally Yerdle) in 2012 and introduced the first branded resale platform with Patagonia's Worn Wear in 2017, helping advance the circular economy across more than 150 global brands. He advises BCG and Earthshot Ventures, serves as Lead Independent Director and ESG Committee Chair at Zevia, and has been featured on NPR, TED, and testified before Congress on sustainable business practices. In this episode… Most brands sell products once and lose the customer until their next full-price purchase — often years later. In today's economy, that leaves businesses vulnerable to rising acquisition costs, volatile supply chains, and growing consumer demand for sustainability. So, how can companies reclaim the value of their products, strengthen customer relationships, and stay competitive in the circular economy? Andy Ruben, a sustainability expert and retail pioneer, shares how brands can tap into the hidden inventory in customers' closets by implementing buy-back and resale systems. He explains how branded resale builds loyalty and trust, reduces acquisition costs, and attracts new customers. He emphasizes the importance of starting small, using technology to streamline trade-ins, and designing programs that reinforce the brand's core values. Andy also reflects on his entrepreneurial journey, including hard-earned lessons about building a startup, pivoting business models, and executing founder-led sales in the early stages. In this episode of the Inspired Insider Podcast, Dr. Jeremy Weisz interviews Andy Ruben, Founder and Executive Chairman of Trove, about transforming retail through branded resale and the circular economy. Andy shares his startup origin story, the evolution from peer-to-peer to B2B, and insights on customer retention. He also discusses business development missteps, his leadership experience at Walmart, and why speed and focus matter most when launching a new venture.

What happens when you finally find the right words? In this episode, Kevin Heart and Mike Gorius share how using proven scripts completely changed the game for their real estate business—making conversations smoother, seller relationships stronger, and deals easier to close.From sending postcards that actually get responses to evaluating deals with clarity and confidence, Kevin and Mike break down the exact tools and mindset shifts that helped them go from hustle mode to closing with ease.Want to kick off your REI dreams? Connect with Brent at the TTP Training Program for more wholesaling tips!---------Show notes:(0:48) Beginning of today's episode(2:07) How sending postcards through Open Letter Marketing gets real results(10:33) Why building genuine relationships with sellers changes everything(14:00) Kevin and Mike's life before real estate(27:13) The 3 key principles to evaluating any deal(29:05) A full breakdown of a PPC deal and how it closed----------Resources:BiggerPocketsThe Greatest Salesman in The World Follow Mike on InstagramTo speak with Brent or one of our other expert coaches call (281) 835-4201 or schedule your free discovery call here to learn about our mentorship programs and become part of the TribeGo to Wholesalingincgroup.com to become part of one of the fastest growing Facebook communities in the Wholesaling space. Get all of your burning Wholesaling questions answered, gain access to JV partnerships, and connect with other "success minded" Rhinos in the community.It's 100% free to join. The opportunities in this community are endless, what are you waiting for?

How to raise close to $100 million for real estate—and build an empire that spans multifamily, Class A student housing, and partnerships across the globe? In this high-energy episode, Nizan Mosery shares his remarkable journey from growing up in a New York real estate family to flipping houses in Florida, and now leading large-scale acquisitions and capital raising efforts worldwide. Nizan reveals his intentional approach to networking, how he leverages strategic partnerships, and why knowing your "zone of genius" is essential for success. If you're serious about scaling your real estate business and raising capital with confidence, this episode is packed with wisdom you can't afford to miss.5 Key Takeaways from Nizan Mosery's Episode:Zone of Genius is Non-Negotiable: Identify your unique strengths early and build a team that complements your weaknesses—this is how Nizan scaled successfully.Student Housing is a Hidden Gem: Nizan explains why he shifted into Class A student housing post-COVID and how it delivers stable, 12-month leases and premium rents.Networking with Intention: Don't waste time at events—Nizan shares his system for filtering conversations and finding the right partners fast.Fund of Funds for Global Capital: By building trusted relationships with fund managers in South America, Israel, and India, Nizan simplifies large capital raises.Master the Pitch with Precision: Using the “Flip the Script” method and high-energy presence, Nizan shows how to confidently pitch deals, win trust, and raise capital effectively.About Tim MaiTim Mai is a real estate investor, fund manager, mentor, and founder of HERO Mastermind for REI coaches.He has helped many real estate investors and coaches become millionaires. Tim continues to help busy professionals earn income and build wealth through passive investing.He is also a creative marketer and promoter with incredible knowledge and experience, which he freely shares. He has lifted himself from the aftermath of war, achieving technical expertise in computers, followed by investment success in real estate, management skills, and a lofty position among real estate educators and internet marketers.Tim is an industry leader who has acquired and exited well over $50 million worth of real estate and is currently an investor in over 2700 units of multifamily apartments.Connect with TimWebsite: Capital Raising PartyFacebook: Tim Mai | Capital Raising Nation Instagram: @timmaicomTwitter: @timmaiLinkedIn: Tim MaiYouTube: Tim Mai

Neal Bawa is CEO / Founder at Grocapitus and Mission 10K, two commercial real estate investment companies. Neal's companies use cutting-edge real estate analytics technology to source and acquire OR build large Commercial properties across the U.S., for over 1,000 investors. Current portfolio over 4,400 units, with an AUM value of $660M[00:00-19:30] Data-Driven Real Estate Investments[19:31-21:28] Types of Real Estate Investors[21:29-23:31] Ranking Cities for REI[23:32-29:03] The Case of Austin[29:04-36:09] AI in Real Estate Investment[36:10-38:43] Access to good RE data[38:44-41:52] Final Investor Q&ASpecial Mention: Thomas Edison, Elon Musk, Tesla, SpaceXFind Neal at https://grocapitus.com/neal-bawa/Any questions?*** Grab my 10k/month passive income strategy and weekly newsletters at https://tinyurl.com/iwg-strategy BOOK IS OUT! Grab Your Copy and learn how to get your feet wet in real estate investing

In this episode, Cherie Hoeger (CEO & co-founder of Saalt) breaks down the “reusable revolution” in period care—menstrual cups, discs, and patented leak-proof underwear—and shows how a B-Corp can combine product innovation with a global mission to end period poverty. You'll hear practical how-tos, pelvic-floor tips, and a candid look at building a fast-growing fem-tech brand while raising six kids.Timestamps00:00 – 01:00 | Why disposable pads can't solve period poverty01:00 – 04:00 | Meet Cherie & Saalt's reusable mission04:00 – 08:30 | From “diaper-feel” to patented thin-dry underwear08:30 – 17:30 | Live demo: folding, inserting & removing cups vs. discs17:30 – 21:00 | Pelvic-floor support, prolapse & bladder leaks21:00 – 25:30 | 1 % give-back, 130 k donations in 50 countries25:30 – 33:00 | Founder life: in-office preschool & work-life integration33:00 – 38:00 | Hanky Panky collab, retail rollout (Target, Whole Foods, REI)38:00 – 44:00 | Packaging that makes periods “cart-worthy”44:00 – end | Vision: bring Saalt to every girl & end period povertyKey Points• Reusable > Disposable – Cups & discs hold 3-6× a tampon, last 10 + years, and slash monthly costs and waste. • Patented Period Underwear – Saalt spent 3½ years engineering the thinnest, driest tech on the market—now powering Hanky Panky's Confidence Panty line. • Pelvic-Floor Friendly – Discs sit in the posterior fornix (no suction), making them ideal for prolapse, IUDs, heavy lifters, and “sneeze leaks.” • Life-Changing Donations – 130 k products placed in 50 countries; cups keep girls in school and women at work for 10 years on a single purchase. • Customer “Saalt Coaches” – Real humans (not chat-bots) guide users through fit, folds, leaks, PCOS, endo, and more. • Family-First Startup – Cherie & her husband built an on-site preschool and a strict 90-minute “power morning” to juggle six kids and a scaling brand. • Retail Proof – Instagram-worthy packaging helped Saalt hit Target shelves in year 2; now also in Whole Foods, REI, Walmart Teens, and Walgreens.Deep DivesThe Cup & Disc Advantage12-hour wear, medical-grade silicone, hypoallergenic.Discs allow mess-free period sex and added pelvic support.“It's not bigger than a baby's head—yes, it fits!”Underwear Tech & Hanky PankyUltra-thin absorbent gusset keeps the surface bone-dry.Holds 3–6 pads' worth yet feels like everyday lace lingerie.Launched on International Women's Day; sold out first run.Ending Period Poverty—Reusable or BustDisposable donations create endless cost and waste cycles.Cups + education end absenteeism for a decade on ~$30.Saalt targets eight high-need regions; 95 % adoption rate.Pelvic-Floor & Athletic UseDisc + period underwear combo recommended for marathoners.Cups can even outperform pessaries for some bladder-support users.Work-Life Integration BlueprintReplace “balance” with optimization.Morning ritual: reading, strength training, two mission-critical tasks before email.In-office preschool boosts retention & gender equity.Future VisionGlobal accessibility—“Saalt in every country.”Scale 1 % give-back to eradicate period poverty.Keep innovating where stigma once stalled progress (packaging, education, tech).Notable Quotes“Period poverty will never be solved by disposable products.” – Cherie Hoger“We're not selling pads or cups—we're selling confidence.”“A cup in your purse means no more emergency tampon runs.”Find Saalt: saalt.com | Amazon | Target | Whole Foods | REI | Walmart (Teen line)

In this episode, we're taking you behind the scenes of how WIIRE really started. What began as a few social media connections has evolved into a powerful and growing community for women in real estate. Our very first meetup drew 30 to 40 attendees—far beyond what we expected—and that moment showed us there was something special here. We never set out to build a business, but by listening to our members and staying true to our values of authenticity and connection, WIIRE grew organically.We discuss how we transitioned from hosting free meetups to organizing retreats (our first one sold out before we even knew what we were doing!) and ultimately developed a more structured, sustainable business model. Along the way, we embraced risk-taking, learned from our early missteps, and built credibility through partnerships and experience. We also share why having a supportive team has been a game changer, and how we're now leaning into online business systems and automation. This episode is all about the messy, exciting evolution of WIIRE—and a glimpse into what's coming next.  Resources:Simplify how you manage your rentals with TurboTenantGet your name on the list for when doors open to The WIIRE CommunityLeave us a review on Apple PodcastsLeave us a review on SpotifyJoin our private Facebook CommunityConnect with us on Instagram

Send us a textThis is a Replay of an episode first published in December 2023. You might call Mark Hutchinson an active passive investor. He takes pride in using the Infinite Banking Concept (IBC) to build capital. IBC involves using specially constructed dividend-paying whole life insurance as a means of building capital and then borrowing whenever interest would be paid to others. Mark explains the concept is a flexible and self-governed system that allows for investments in a variety of asset classes without restrictions. However, it requires discipline and time to build capital.  WHAT TO LISTEN FOR5:30 The Infinite Banking Concept11:56 Flexibility and Control in Financial Management20:24 Strategic Use of Policy Loans for Investments29:51 Building Liquidity and Tax Advantages Leave a positive rating for this podcast with one click ABOUT MARK HUTCHINSONMark is a seasoned investor over the last four decades.But the global economic crisis 2008 was the last straw for Mark. Like others, he suffered significant losses an realized the importance of finding strategies that could mitigate or remove market risk. That's when he connected with the Infinite Banking concept. CONNECT WITH MARKWebsite | Email CONNECT WITH USWebsite | You Tube | Facebook | X | LinkedIn | InstagramFollow so you never miss a NEW episode! Leave us an honest rating and review on Apple or Spotify.Attend the Self Storage Academy in Seattle, WA August 21-23https://selfstorageacademy.com/

As we round out June 2025, we did not want to leave it without reflecting on what Pride month means to us and to the LGBTQIA+ community. Join host CH as she reflects on what Pride has ultimately come to mean to her, and some of the key lessons it has taught her - namely, the importance of standing up for kindness, acceptance, and understanding in a world often divided by differences. It seems Pride represents even MORE to us this year than in recent years past. And, it serves as an important reminder about embracing diversity, learning from different life experiences, and the enduring importance of being an ally to each other.   Show Notes Key mentions from this episode: Outside with Pride is REI's annual campaign in support of the LGBTQIA+ community. CH participated in the very first of these when it launched in 2016. @OsloPride (via Instagram) is the organization that ran the campaign about the importance of showing LGTBQIA+ allyship. @kris.and.dave (via Instagram) are one of CH's faves for being a great of example of what allyship looks like in practical terms. The Stonewall Uprising of 1969 served as the catalyst to what is now the modern day Pride movement. Highly recommended read for those who may not know or be aware of how Pride came to be.

Alicia Jarrett built a powerful U.S. investment business from Australia using mindset, systems, and bold leadership. This inspiring episode reveals how women can scale fearlessly, even from halfway across the globe.See full article:https://www.unitedstatesrealestateinvestor.com/from-fear-to-fiercely-building-a-global-real-estate-business-with-alicia-jarrett/(00:00) - Introduction to United States Women In Real Estate Investing(00:14) - Meet Your Host Jeune Ortiz(00:23) - Welcome to Guest Alicia Jarrett(00:39) - Alicia's Start in Real Estate from Melbourne, Australia(01:05) - Transition from Corporate to Full-Time Real Estate Investing(01:26) - Overcoming Fear in Real Estate Investing(02:02) - Scaling with Virtual Assistants and Overseas Teams(02:43) - Building Supercharged Offers and Property Deals(03:12) - The Importance of Systems and Delegation(03:45) - Starting Supercharged Offers and Global Citizens(04:26) - Serving U.S. Investors from Abroad(05:02) - Understanding the U.S. Property Market as a Foreign Investor(05:41) - Navigating Legal and Title Company Relationships(06:25) - Advice for Women Entering Real Estate Investing(06:55) - Empowering Women Through Leadership and Confidence(07:32) - How Alicia Uses Data for Targeting and Offers(08:11) - Common Mistakes Women Make When Starting Out(08:46) - How to Think Like a Business, Not a Hobbyist(09:17) - The Benefits of Building a Power Team(09:42) - Alicia's Favorite Tools and Tech Stack(10:23) - Handling Rejection and Challenges in REI(11:00) - U.S. Real Estate Trends from Alicia's Perspective(11:33) - Final Thoughts and Contact Information(12:00) - Outro by Jeune OrtizContact Alicia Jarretthttps://alicia@superchargedoffers.com/https://globalcitizenshq.com/https://www.wilda.com.au/https://www.linkedin.com/in/alicia-jarrett/Contact Jeune Ortizhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jeuneortiz/--United States Women In Real Estate Investing is the show that brings you closer to amazing women in the real estate investing world who help make this industry so valuable to our nation's economic growth and stability.Come along for a conversational journey of real-life trials, tribulations, and triumphs that many times only women in business experience.With real conversations about strategy, business relationships, actionable steps, financial goals, and more, you've just found your tribe.Empowering and elevating women through conversation in the world of real estate investing.If you'd like to get started in real estate investing, download our free guide, 5 Step Beginners Guide To Real Estate Investing, at https://unitedstatesrealestateinvestor.com/freeguide/Helping you learn how to achieve financial freedom through real estate investing.United States Real Estate Investor: https://www.unitedstatesrealestateinvestor.com/Universe Media Mastering Your audio; More listenable. https://universemediamastering.com/Advertise with us! Visit https://www.unitedstatesrealestateinvestor.com/advertising--Music Disclaimer: This episode features music by Harris Heller / StreamBeats, copyright-safe, DMCA-free, and created specifically for content creators. StreamBeats provides both lyrical and instrumental tracks that are free from Content ID issues, making them ideal for use in podcasts, livestreams, and YouTube videos. All music is curated and produced by Harris Heller.

In this episode of Meet the Investor, host Joey Mouracadeh speaks with Regina Liu, APAC Head of Investment Specialists for International Equities at J.P. Morgan Asset Management. As one of the world's largest and most established investment managers, J.P. Morgan Asset Management oversees more than US$1 trillion in equities globally, backed by a deep research platform and a long track record in active investing. Regina outlines the firm's Global Research Enhanced Index (REI) strategy — a benchmark-aware, fundamentally driven approach to equity investing that blends passive index construction with the insights of J.P. Morgan's global research team. She explains how the REI strategy draws on the work of over 90 analysts covering 2,500 companies worldwide, whilst avoiding top-down sector and region bets, instead relying on bottom-up insights to seek incremental alpha while remaining closely aligned to the benchmark. Joey and Regina also discuss how portfolio managers use proprietary tools and data analytics to support decision-making, why local, on-the-ground research remains essential even in an AI-driven world, and how volatility and macro uncertainty can create opportunities for active investors.   Music provided by: Autumn Trumpet Background Corporate by LesFM | https://lesfm.net/ Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons CC BY 3.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Wholesalers sometimes throw away leads just because a few of them need the 70% rule, which can't simply work on certain things. Or so they thought.Joining us today is wholesaler rockstar Brian Iregbu. He is a creative financing expert who has made great deals in real estate through his practical way of doing things.In this episode, Brian will share next-level strategies to profit from almost every deal in an easier way than you think. How to do things like Brian? Get all the information by joining the TTP Training Program.---------Show notes:(1:05) Beginning of today's episode(3:00) The foundation of REI investing is finding discounted properties(7:57) Explaining how their process works when it comes to offering deals and purchasing agreements(11:20) How did he get into real estate?(12:18) What does their lead generation look like?----------Resources:PodioBrian Iregbu on YoutubeBrian Iregbu on InstagramClubhouseTo speak with Brent or one of our other expert coaches call (281) 835-4201 or schedule your free discovery call here to learn about our mentorship programs and become part of the TribeGo to Wholesalingincgroup.com to become part of one of the fastest growing Facebook communities in the Wholesaling space. Get all of your burning Wholesaling questions answered, gain access to JV partnerships, and connect with other "success minded" Rhinos in the community.It's 100% free to join. The opportunities in this community are endless, what are you waiting for?

Discover how a veteran mortgage broker trades Wall Street for real estate syndications—and builds a $4M capital raising business in just 12 months. In this episode, David Priest reveals his remarkable journey from surviving cancer to launching one of the most investor-friendly programs in the market: the Principal Protection Program. David unpacks the hard lessons learned from losing money on his first deal, the mindset that made him walk away, and how that decision positioned him to raise millions and co-GP over $65M in real estate. Plus, he shares how his unique capital protection structure could change the game for passive investors. 5 Key Takeaways from David Priest's Episode:From Adversity to Action: A leukemia diagnosis pushed David to stop coasting and go all-in on building his real estate syndication business.Learning the Hard Way: Losing money on his first attempted deal taught David the importance of knowing your lane—and the power of capital raising over operating.Why He Chose the Fund Model: David realized raising capital through a fund creates better economics, compliance, and alignment with top operators.The Birth of the Principal Protection Program: Inspired by his wife's concerns, David designed an innovative structure to help protect investor capital on deals he participates in.Capital Raising is the Most Leverageable Skill: David explains why building strong investor relationships is the most scalable, repeatable way to grow wealth, without owning operations.About Tim MaiTim Mai is a real estate investor, fund manager, mentor, and founder of HERO Mastermind for REI coaches.He has helped many real estate investors and coaches become millionaires. Tim continues to help busy professionals earn income and build wealth through passive investing.He is also a creative marketer and promoter with incredible knowledge and experience, which he freely shares. He has lifted himself from the aftermath of war, achieving technical expertise in computers, followed by investment success in real estate, management skills, and a lofty position among real estate educators and internet marketers.Tim is an industry leader who has acquired and exited well over $50 million worth of real estate and is currently an investor in over 2700 units of multifamily apartments.Connect with TimWebsite: Capital Raising PartyFacebook: Tim Mai | Capital Raising Nation Instagram: @timmaicomTwitter: @timmaiLinkedIn: Tim MaiYouTube: Tim Mai

Send us a textThis week's episode is deeply personal. Dr. Mark Amols shares the journey that led him to become a fertility doctor—from his early days as a nurse, to witnessing a friend's struggle with infertility, to navigating his own fertility challenges with his wife. You'll learn how these experiences shaped his mission to make fertility care more compassionate, more accessible, and more affordable. It's not just a career—it's a calling.If you've ever wondered who's behind the mic each Tuesday, this is the episode that lets you in.Thanks for tuning in to another episode of 'Taco Bout Fertility Tuesday' with Dr. Mark Amols. If you found this episode insightful, please share it with friends and family who might benefit from our discussion. Remember, your feedback is invaluable to us – leave us a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your preferred listening platform. Stay connected with us for updates and fertility tips – follow us on Facebook. For more resources and information, visit our website at www.NewDirectionFertility.com. Have a question or a topic you'd like us to cover? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at TBFT@NewDirectionFertility.com. Join us next Tuesday for more discussions on fertility, where we blend medical expertise with a touch of humor to make complex topics accessible and engaging. Until then, keep the conversation going and remember: understanding your fertility is a journey we're on together.

Dr. Natalie Crawford, double board certified OBGYN and REI, provides an in-depth roadmap for anyone preparing to start their pregnancy journey, covering everything from fertility tracking to preconception health. Key Topics Covered: 1. Birth Control and Fertility Transition - When and how to stop different birth control methods - Impact of birth control on fertility - Recommended waiting periods before trying to conceive - Hormonal vs. non-hormonal contraception effects 2. Fertility Tracking Methods - Understanding the fertile window - Cervical mucus monitoring - Basal body temperature tracking - Ovulation predictor kits (OPKs) -Pros and cons of different tracking techniques 3. Age and Fertility Considerations - Fertility potential by age group - When to seek fertility evaluation - Egg quality and reproductive aging - Recommended timelines for conception attempts 4. Preconception Health Preparation - Importance of prenatal vitamins - Lifestyle modifications for fertility - Nutrition and diet recommendations - Exercise and stress management strategies -Male health considerations 5. Preconception Medical Preparation - Scheduling preconception consultations - Essential medical screenings Want to receive my weekly newsletter? Sign up at ⁠⁠⁠⁠nataliecrawfordmd.com/newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠ to receive updates, Q&A, special content and freebies If you haven't already, please rate, review, and follow the podcast to be notified of new episodes every Tuesday. Plus, be sure to follow along on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠@nataliecrawfordmd,⁠⁠⁠⁠ check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠Natalie's YouTube channel Natalie Crawford MD⁠⁠⁠⁠, and if you're interested in becoming a patient, check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠Fora Fertility. ⁠Join the Learn at Pinnacle app ⁠to earn FREE CE Credit for listening to this episode! This episode is brought to you by ⁠The Pinnacle Podcast Network⁠! Learn more about Pinnacle at ⁠learnatpinnacle.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Dr. Michelle Goldsammler, a board-certified reproductive endocrinologist, shares her unique perspective as an Orthodox Jewish physician. She discusses the importance of cultural sensitivity in fertility treatments, the challenges of unexplained infertility, and the impact of lifestyle choices on fertility. Dr. Goldsammler also addresses other fertility concerns such as exercise, endometriosis, and preparing for embryo transfers, while emphasizing the importance of self-care for patients.ChaptersIntroduction to Dr. Michelle Goldsammler01:40Dr. Goldsammler's Journey into Medicine04:07The Role of an REI and Patient Relationships05:47Cultural Sensitivity in Fertility Treatment09:24Understanding Unexplained Infertility10:09The Impact of Lifestyle on Fertility12:21Exercise and Its Role in Fertility14:24Endometriosis and Management Strategies15:51Preparing for Embryo Transfer17:56Addressing Recurrent Pregnancy Loss20:50Rapid Fire Questions on Fertility Topics22:12Where to find Dr. Michelle GoldsammlerWebsite: https://www.rmalongislandivf.com/physicians/michelle-goldsammler-md

Você já desejou apagar o passado e recomeçar? Em Romanos 8:1, o apóstolo Paulo anuncia uma verdade gloriosa: “Agora, pois, já nenhuma condenação há para os que estão em Cristo Jesus.” Esse é o Perdão do Rei — a libertação total e definitiva da culpa e do juízo. Neste episódio, vamos explorar a profundidade dessa promessa e por que ela é diferente de tudo o que o mundo ensina. Não é por penitência, boas obras ou sacrifício pessoal que recebemos perdão — é por estarmos “em Cristo.” Ele já pagou nossa dívida. O perdão que recebemos silencia a culpa do passado, traz paz ao presente e garante segurança para o futuro. Descubra hoje como viver com a certeza de que você está perdoado, aceito e eternamente seguro nos braços do Rei. Para mais ensinamentos bíblicos, visite nosso site: https://www.wisdomonline.org/?lang=Portuguese

Summer is here in San Diego and so are the tourists. With our near perfect weather and beaches, it's no surprise that our city is a big travel destination. But if you live here — it can be easy to take it all for granted. This summer, you might consider taking a staycation instead. From luxury hotels to beautiful campsites, San Diego has plenty of options for you to take a trip right here at home. This hour, we explore how to plan your perfect staycation in San Diego. Whether a hotel bed or sleeping bag is more your style, there's plenty of options out there. Plus, we talk about how to make the most out of traveling with kids. Guests: Jackie Bryant, business development strategist at San Diego Magazine Shelby Stanger, host of REI podcast “Wild Ideas Worth Living" Jennifer Kolari, child and family therapist and founder of Connected Parenting Jackie Bryant's staycation recommendations: Hotels/Resorts Seabird Resort - Oceanside (kid friendly/adult) Mission Pacific Resort - Oceanside (kid friendly/adult) Gaylord Pacific - Chula Vista Alila Marea Resort - Encinitas Inn at Moonlight Beach - Encinitas Harrah's Resort - Valley Center Lafayette Hotel - North Park (kid friendly) Town and Country Resort - Mission Valley - (kid friendly) Manchester Grand Hyatt - Downtown San Diego (kid friendly) Lazy H Ranch - Valley Center Catamaran - Mission Bay Bahia Resort - Mission Bay Bianchi Pizza and Pasta Hotel Marisol - Coronado  Read more on Jackie Bryant's Guide to Local Spa and Resorts The Hotel Del Coronado Read Jackie Bryant's Review on the hotel's renovations Nobu Read San Diego Magazine's look into Coronado's Nobu Veranda Read San Diego Magazine's look into Coronado's Veranda Food and Drink Merenda Wine Bar - https://www.sdcl.org/blogs/post/learn-a-language-with-rosetta-stone/ Read Jackie Bryant's Review on Merenda Little Fox Cups and Cones - Oceanside Read Jackie Bryant's Review on Little Fox Cups and Cones Wrench and Rodent - Oceanside Read more in Jackie Bryant's article on food trends in San Diego

Connect to John Gilroy on LinkedIn   https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-gilroy/ Want to listen to other episodes? www.Federaltechpodcast.com Gregory Garrett, Chief Operating Officer at REI Systems, discussed digital transformation and innovation at the AWS summit in Washington, DC.  He has a fascinating background that includes a career as a fighter pilot, the publication of twenty-four books, and guest lecturing at Georgetown University. The stated goal of today's administration is to reduce costs and eliminate waste. Today's aging systems are prime candidates for innovation. Unfortunately, there is no "innovation" button that a federal leader can press to have a variety of suggestions at their fingertips, allowing them to choose the best alternatives for improvement. He has applied all this experience in dealing with talented software developers by organizing a competition for new ideas. It is REI's "REI Innovation Competition," which generated over 100 white papers and led to a proof of concept for government agencies. From REI's perspective, digital modernization must address issues such as legacy systems, code revision, and improved code documentation. As a case in point, Gregory Garrett reviews the success REI has had in the federal grants management program. During the interview, he delves into topics such as quantum computing and interoperability. Listen to the perspective of a digital leader who can extract innovation and leadership out of highly skilled software professionals.  

In this episode of the podcast, we're hosting a special Ask Me Anything session, tackling real-life questions from the WIIRE Community. Covering a range of topics—from creative financing and property management to lending and scaling—this episode offers practical, experience-backed insights for women at all stages of their real estate investing journey. We're answering questions submitted through the WIIRE Community; a platform we receive constant praise for being both educational and supportive. We share relatable advice, personal experiences, and actionable tips that you can immediately apply to your own investing strategies. Whether you're wondering how to find your first off-market deal, navigate a tricky lending scenario, or manage tenants with less stress, this episode is packed with valuable gems from women doing the work. Tune in for straight talk, shared wisdom, and plenty of inspiration.Lastly, doors will be opening for The WIIRE Community opening again in July and spots will go quick, so make sure your name is on the waiting list to be the first to know when it happens!  Resources:Simplify how you manage your rentals with TurboTenantGrab your spot in The WIIRE CommunityLeave us a review on Apple PodcastsLeave us a review on SpotifyJoin our private Facebook CommunityConnect with us on Instagram

Thank You To Our Partners, The Institute, AutoFlow, AutoLeap, Shop Dog Marketing, In-BoundWatch Full Video EpisodeIn our episode today…I want to discuss the benefits of the recent camping trip my wife and I enjoyed in Northern Michigan.As our listeners well understand - we talk a lot about getting outside our comfort zones on this podcast - and while that is usually in the context of practicing our communication skills, today, the topic is more about stepping AWAY… Specifically from people, electronics, and modern comforts or modes of transportation, and instead highlight the benefits of immersing yourself in nature and rebooting your mind.My wife, Betsy, and I did our stepping away together by stepping onto a ferryboat and taking a nearly 2-hour trip West into Lake Michigan. We traveled from Fishtown in Leland (tip of the pinky on the Michigan map) and docked at South Manitou Island, where we would hike and camp with only the things we carried.South Manitou is a 10-mile circumference, barely inhabited island in the Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore. Its pristine fresh water is as blue as the Caribbean, just not as warm!If our adventure intrigues you, you'll enjoy this episode, as I hope to challenge and encourage you to seek out a similar type of adventure, as well as learn why I think this topic merits greater emphasis in our modern lives, now more than ever.Today's WOTD is: GarrulousGAIR-uh-lusadjectiveContaining many and often too many words.Talkative. Verbosity.“He delivered a rather garrulous speech.”Some Context:This camping trip has been on the calendar for me and my wife most of the year.Our anniversary gift(s) to ourselves has involved a mix of ordering camping gear online -to frequent trips to REI.What's important to note is that I have virtually no real experience ‘camping' or ‘backpacking.'Sure, I am into rucking as a fitness regime, and that builds strength to carry heavy loads long distances - hiking and backpacking involve practical gear, and as light a load as you can possibly make to bring what you need to survive.Our goals were threefold. 1.) Unplug and disconnect from devices, noise, and distraction2.) Immerse ourselves in nature3.) Reboot and return refreshed - with the “Three Day Effect” (which we'll explain)My hope was that this will improve for my wife and I both, our creative minds, our ability to focus and solve problems, and in general become more adept with backpacking and camping to take longer adventures together!UNPLUG:On the goal of disconnecting:Listen. I've felt like stepping away from constant connection for a while now.I've done something of an Irish Goodbye with Facebook. That is, I never said anything, I just sort of left it. There are so many reasons, many of which our Speak Up listeners are familiar with. Despite benefiting from a social media presence in my career, I am no fan of social media.I could tell you more about alarming statistics of wasted human time (i.e. that the equivalent of 200,000 entire human lifetimes are spent endlessly scrolling social media)I could talk about how companies like Meta are harvesting every piece of data they can about you to manipulate you to a.) spend more time on their ecosystem and b.) spend money with their advertisers.I could tell you I'm sick of being distracted…But the real catalyst for me was regarding some exchanges I observed among even respected friends. Public disputes were becoming more common - toxic groupthink was becoming more normalized - and antithetical points...

Send us a textThis is a Replay of an episode first published in March 2024. The heart and hustle behind the Meyers' self-storage empire. This episode shares the personal and professional evolution of the Meyers', from overworked landlords to self-storage magnates. Christina opens up about their initial leap of faith into the industry, while Scott details their transition into education and mentorship, shaping the country's leading self-storage community. The couple candidly explores the balance of business and marriage, sharing invaluable insights on partnership and conflict resolution. Topping off their narrative, they delve into their mission-driven business model, which has not only spurred financial success but also ignited a passion for philanthropy, leaving a lasting impact on communities and setting a heartfelt example for entrepreneurs everywhere. WHAT TO LISTEN FOR3:22 - The Road to Teaching5:04 - Family Dynamics in Business9:39 - Behind the Scenes Insights19:48 - A Future Focused on Philanthropy Leave a positive rating for this podcast with one click CONNECT WITH CHRISTINAWebsite | You Tube| Facebook| X | LinkedIn | InstagramCONNECT WITH USWebsite | You Tube | Facebook | X | LinkedIn | Instagram Follow so you never miss a NEW episode! Leave us an honest rating and review on Apple or Spotify.Attend the Self Storage Academy in Seattle, WA August 21-23https://selfstorageacademy.com/

Também confunde Praia d'el Rey em Óbidos com Pedras d'el Rei em Tavira? Eu confundo! E o vinho Terras d'el Rei? Que ainda veio confundir mais as coisas? Ouça, mas é, e não pense mais nisso!

Neste episódio profundo da série A ORDEM, exploramos como a história não é apenas cenário, mas meio através do qual Deus governa, forma e envia sua Igreja. A partir de São Boaventura, da patrística e da escatologia adventista, refletimos sobre os sete tempos da salvação, a tensão entre Reino de Deus e reinos dos homens, e a função da liderança espiritual no tempo do fim. A ordem eclesiástica não é uma estrutura neutra — ela é parte da missão. E liderar hoje é preparar a Igreja para o retorno do Rei. Um episódio essencial para quem deseja compreender o papel escatológico da liderança na IASD.

BOMBA!!! Oda está planejando um retcon?Se for, eu passo o pano =) Hoje tivemos um cast longo, mas muito bem justificado! VAMBOOOORA!✅ Sanji tem Haki do Rei?✅ Shanks tem a marca do Abismo?✅ Revelamos o mistério do tempo em Elbaph!!!✅ Harald é o traidor?

The ICE agents are going to win. The "really tough people" that are wearing their ballistic vests that they got at REI or somewhere and their gasmasks are the ones that are going to beat up. But they just don't care.I'm all for protests. It identifies those who disagree with you. But they always go to the extreme. We've got to learn to understand that they want this violence.

Neste podcast: Clóvis de Barros faz uma recapitulação do peso das consequências na obra Édipo Rei, encerrando a narrativa dessa história clássica.

Can you really raise millions of dollars for diverse asset classes—using only LinkedIn? In this game-changing episode, Nick Stromwall shares how he raised over $6 million in just two years, built a presence that attracts capital daily, and positioned himself across multifamily, industrial, and oil & gas investments. He unpacks the simple content strategies that built trust fast, the mindset shift that helped him start without a big track record, and why he believes clarity and speed are the ultimate power moves in capital raising. If you're an investor or entrepreneur looking to scale your influence and inflows, this episode is your blueprint. 5 Key Takeaways from Nick Stromwall's Episode:LinkedIn as a Capital Machine: Nick consistently raised millions using daily content that built credibility, created conversations, and attracted inbound interest.No Website? No Problem. He proved you don't need fancy marketing assets to raise capital—you just need consistency, clarity, and a genuine message.Clarity Drives Connection: His success came from clearly communicating who he helps, what he invests in, and what kind of partner he's looking for.Diversified Investment Strategy: Nick participates in multifamily, industrial, and oil & gas deals, using joint ventures and LP positions to diversify his portfolio.Speed Creates Momentum: His advice: Don't wait to be perfect—start fast, iterate in public, and refine as you grow. Action beats hesitation every time.About Tim MaiTim Mai is a real estate investor, fund manager, mentor, and founder of HERO Mastermind for REI coaches.He has helped many real estate investors and coaches become millionaires. Tim continues to help busy professionals earn income and build wealth through passive investing.He is also a creative marketer and promoter with incredible knowledge and experience, which he freely shares. He has lifted himself from the aftermath of war, achieving technical expertise in computers, followed by investment success in real estate, management skills, and a lofty position among real estate educators and internet marketers.Tim is an industry leader who has acquired and exited well over $50 million worth of real estate and is currently an investor in over 2700 units of multifamily apartments.Connect with TimWebsite: Capital Raising PartyFacebook: Tim Mai | Capital Raising Nation Instagram: @timmaicomTwitter: @timmaiLinkedIn: Tim MaiYouTube: Tim Mai

Dr. Natalie Crawford, double board certified OBGYN and REI, breaks down the complex world of reproductive hormones, providing you with a comprehensive guide to understanding their menstrual cycle, hormone function, and reproductive health. Key Topics Covered: 1. Hormone Basics -The HPO (Hypothalamus-Pituitary-Ovary) Axis -How hormones communicate in the body -Roles of key hormones: GnRH, FSH, LH, Estrogen, Progesterone 2. The Menstrual Cycle Explained -Egg development and ovulation process -Hormone fluctuations throughout the cycle -Normal cycle length and characteristics 3. Hormone Health Insights -Identifying normal vs. abnormal cycles -Impact of prolactin and thyroid hormones -Importance of hormone testing 4. Common Misconceptions -Estrogen dominance -Hormone balance -Effects of biotin on hormone testing Want to receive my weekly newsletter? Sign up at ⁠⁠⁠⁠nataliecrawfordmd.com/newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠ to receive updates, Q&A, special content and freebies If you haven't already, please rate, review, and follow the podcast to be notified of new episodes every Tuesday. Plus, be sure to follow along on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠@nataliecrawfordmd,⁠⁠⁠⁠ check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠Natalie's YouTube channel Natalie Crawford MD⁠⁠⁠⁠, and if you're interested in becoming a patient, check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠Fora Fertility. Join the Learn at Pinnacle app to earn FREE CE Credit for listening to this episode! This episode is brought to you by The Pinnacle Podcast Network! Learn more about Pinnacle at learnatpinnacle.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the first episode of a special new focus for the HeySue Podcast: the Never Ask for the Sale Series. These new episodes are inspired by the September 2025 launch of Sue Heilbronner's newest book, Never Ask for the Sale: Supercharge Your Business with the Power of Passionate Ambivalence. Never Ask is based on the philosophy or sales technique Sue calls “passionate ambivalence,” the freedom to be as passionate as you are about a possible sale and equally unattached to whether you close any specific business. Sue argues in Never Ask that executing on this mindset will propel the success of solopreneurs, startup founders, service providers, company account executives, and anyone who is selling or influencing in a context that depends primarily on themself. The Never Ask series will focus on sellers, founders and CEOs Sue believes exhibit features of passionate ambivalence in their approach to selling and growing their companies. Kevin Brown left corporate America and cofounded (with Keah Kalantari) a sports chalk company called Friction Labs a decade ago. There is a lot of talk these days about category creation. Friction Labs didn't create the category of chalk for, say, rock climbing, but it did create the notion that professional and amateur climbers alike could have better climbing chalk. Friction Labs took a generic category and made it differentiated through pure innovation in both the product, branding, and positioning. In the pod, Kevin talks about how he started this journey, by offering a risk-free way for influential climbers to literally get their hands on Friction Labs chalk. It worked. Climbers loved the product, and sponsored athletes quickly led to a major full-chain rollout of the product line at REI followed by a number of global retailers. A key to the company's growth is Kevin's full alignment between this product category and his love of climbing (Kevin is a serious climber and bouldering club owner). He is as passionate an entrepreneur as I've ever met. His ambivalence shows up in the money-back guarantee he has used since Day 1. He has told climbers, gymnasts, golfers, tennis players, and major retailers that if they don't like the product, or if the product doesn't sell, he will offer a full no-questions-asked refund. He's had to do this almost not at all. If you love sports. If you love sweating outside. If you love from-the-heart selling, you'll love this episode, here and on YouTube. You can order Never Ask for the Sale at www.heysue.com/preorder. Get chalked for your next sweaty adventure at www.frictionlabs.com. You can see this and future episodes of the HeySue podcast on YouTube at www.youtube.com/sueheilbronner

This episode is granola as f*ck. If driving by an REI gives you butterflies, you're in the right place!!!!!We're covering a lot: the Air India crash (the day after I booked a flight..cool), my current fitness routine, the Titan sub doc, and a Yosemite trip recap that spirals into a death stat deep dive because I couldn't stop Chatting how many people have died there.. because my dark mind is incapable of stfu. :'))BUT FIRST- I have a rant.Online modern feminism is starting to subtly shame women like me. Women who are married, live soft, bake bread, do skincare… and hustle. I love being a wife. I also love making my own money. And somehow… that's a problem? Apparently I'm not tearing down the patriarchy fast enough because I also make my husband sandwiches and enjoy my life.You can have the soft life and the bag. You can be taken care of by a man and still be a feminist. You don't have to pick- and the right man won't make you.Also: I rank road trip snacks, talk US Open golf for no reason, and spiral about everything I say because 4 years in I still give a sh*t about how people percieve me!!REVIEW THE SHOW ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ https://open.spotify.com/show/4ijzUBunTIHgVmahB0ISEN BECOME A PATRON! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/tjms⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ KEEP IN TOUCH!INSTAGRAM »⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jacquelinemonroe/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TIKTOK » jacqueline.monroe EMAIL THE SHOW!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ tjmsshow@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ MY MUSIC GUY⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://soundcloud.com/robmonmusic⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ SPONSORSSpotify for Podcasters

Tom and Linda Bosworth set out for what should have been a fun off-road day in the New Mexico backcountry- but when their Jeep rolls over miles from help, everything changes. Stranded with scorching heat, limited water, and no way to call for help, they face impossible choices that push them to their limits. How far will they go to survive- and will rescue come in time?Support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month, with benefits starting at the $3 tier!Follow us on Instagram at offthetrailspodcastFollow us on Facebook at Off the Trails PodcastIf you have your own outdoor misadventure (or adventure) story that you'd like us to include in a listener episode, send it to us at offthetrailspodcast@gmail.com  Please take a moment to rate and review our show, and a big thanks if you already have!Episode Sources:YouTube - I Shouldn't be Alive, The Westerner, USFS, Wikipedia, REI, Reddit**We do our own research and try our best to cross-reference reliable sources to present the most accurate information we can. Please reach out to us if you believe we have mispresented any information during this episode, and we will be happy to correct ourselves in a future episode.

Rei has been pugging but everyone else is running Horrific Visions and is either horrified or enjoying their M.A.S.K.s!

In this episode of the Women Invest in Real Estate podcast, we're diving into the pivotal mindset and operational shifts you need to scale a real estate portfolio beyond five properties. We address the unique challenges that women investors often face and explore how many stall out by not treating real estate as a true business. The conversation offers actionable insights on building a strong team, creating streamlined systems, and embracing delegation. We also discuss the importance of paying yourself, investing in a property manager, and tracking your time to uncover what can be delegated. From the value of surrounding yourself with like-minded peers to the power of creating SOPs, this episode is packed with practical advice to help listeners overcome scaling roadblocks and take their investing to the next level. Whether you're just getting started or looking to grow, this is a must-listen for serious real estate entrepreneurs.If you've struggled to scale your business because of fear of losing your sanity? Hint: it's easier than you think! Join us on June 18 at 12pm CT for our free webinar! Lastly, doors will be opening for The WIIRE Community opening again in July and spots will go quick, so make sure your name is on the waiting list to be the first to know when it happens! Resources:Simplify how you manage your rentals with TurboTenantSecure your seat for our free webinar on June 18 at 12pm CTGrab your spot in The WIIRE CommunityConnect with the WIIRE Bookkeeper Leave us a review on Apple PodcastsLeave us a review on SpotifyJoin our private Facebook CommunityConnect with us on Instagram

Today on the show Colin is joined by Monday regulars Producer Dave and Eoin Comerford (who is suffering from a case of outdoor industry insider overexposure) to preview and make predictions for Switchback Spring!It was about a year ago that The Rock Fight broke the news of a new national outdoor trade show from the organizers of The Running Event and now the event is here! After hitting a quick Lightning Round of industry topics, the guys get into what they think will go down in Nashville. Here's the rundown, with time codes, for today's episode:TARIFF WATCH 2025! What does the new trade handshake with China mean for the outdoor industry? (8:00)According to remarks made by REI CEO Mary Beth Laughton wants the retailer to be more welcoming to casual participants. Does this mean that REI is going to get more casual? (15:10)Previewing Switchback Spring! What we are expecting from this new show. (27:00)Our predictions! Colin, Eoin, and Producer Dave all make a prediction for Switchback Spring. (38:27)The Parting Shot: Colin awards the first ever Rock Fighter of the Week to journalist Maggie Slepian. Check out hundreds of wildly cool products by visiting and shopping at Garage Grown Gear!Thanks for listening! The Rock Fight is a production of Rock Fight, LLC. Sign up for NEWS FROM THE FRONT, Rock Fight's semi-weekly newsletter by heading to www.rockfight.co and clicking Join The Mailing List.Please follow and subscribe to The Rock Fight and give us a 5 star rating and a written review wherever you get your podcasts.Want to pick a fight with The Rock Fight? Send your feedback, questions, and comments to myrockfight@gmail.com.

Send us a textWhat do you get when you combine a data-driven investor, an overloaded entrepreneur, and the future of self-storage? A revolution. Scott Meyers sits down with Noah Starr, CEO of Tract IQ, to unpack his wild journey—from quitting his corporate job, to acquiring his first facility all in the same week—and how those life-altering decisions set him on a path to transform the self-storage industry through data. Noah explains how pain points in the underwriting process led him to acquire and rebuild Tract IQ, a powerful data platform that's reshaping how investors analyze deals and mitigate risk. Scott and Noah dive into transparency, rent control legislation, investor pitfalls, and why the next phase of the industry belongs to those who understand—and act on—the data. WHAT TO LISTEN FOR2:07 The Wildest Week: Job Quit, Engagement, House & First Facility3:09 From Investor to Tech CEO: The Birth of Tract IQ8:13 The Power Shift to Third-Party Management13:21 The Data Doesn't Lie: Rent Trends & Transaction Lows14:38 California's Rent Control & the Rise of Transparency22:21 Hedge Funds, Overbuilding, and Overconfidence31:02 If Noah Were Investing Again: What He'd Do Differently Leave a positive rating for this podcast with one click  CONNECT WITH GUEST:NOAH STARR, Co-Founder, Chief Executive Officer of Tract IQWebsite | LinkedIn | About Noah | YouTubeCONNECT WITH USWebsite | You Tube | Facebook | X | LinkedIn | Instagram Follow so you never miss a NEW episode! Leave us an honest rating and review on Apple or Spotify.Attend the Self Storage Academy in Seattle, WA August 21-23https://selfstorageacademy.com/

Send us feedback or episode suggestions.What does it take to transform 121 years of automotive legacy into a modern digital ecosystem? Catherine Dubut, Director of Global UX Strategy at Ford Pro, joins Chris Strahl to share how her team is reengineering the organization's fragmented product landscape into a scalable, unified digital assembly line.With over 80 legacy sites, 20+ global markets, and deeply siloed teams, the scale and complexity of Ford Pro's challenge was immense. Catherine explains how her team brought structure to chaos—combining elements from outdated systems, building new foundations where needed, and stitching them together into a single, coherent design system. From establishing governance and cross-functional collaboration to introducing micro frontends and scaling adoption, this episode offers a playbook for modernizing UX at enterprise scale.Key themes:Designing for fleets, not just drivers—multiple users, journeys, and roles per customerReplatforming 80+ tools across legacy systems and international business unitsBuilding a design system through consolidation, extension, and future-proofingUsing micro frontends to bridge disparate tech stacks across Ford ProMeasuring success through design efficiency, team adoption, and developer alignmentView the transcript of this episode.Check out our upcoming events.If you want to get in touch with the show, ask some questions, or tell us what you think, send us a message over on LinkedIn.GuestCatherine Dubut is Director of Global UX Strategy at Ford Pro, the commercial business of Ford Motor Company. She oversees a global team of individual contributors and managers across design, user research, information architecture, and content strategy. Catherine is a seasoned UX leader with a track record of designing impactful experiences, driving UX practice maturity, and digital transformation at dynamic brands at places like Samsung Electronics, REI, and Intuit. Based in Seattle, Catherine's been involved in design community activities including organizing local events, mentoring underrepresented UX professionals, public speaking, and writing. She enjoys exploring cities, outdoors, architecture, and other adventures with her husband, daughter, and terrier mix rescue.HostChris Strahl is co-founder and CEO of Knapsack, host of @TheDSPod, DnD DM, and occasional river guide. You can find Chris on Twitter as @chrisstrahl and on LinkedIn.SponsorSponsored by Knapsack, the design system platform that brings teams together. Learn more at knapsack.cloud.

The average expected day to get the first deal in doing wholesaling is 90 days. However, our guest got his deal after 31 days just by being proactive in his REI business! How did he do it? Let's find out.Today we have Daniel Vasquez in the show. A 27-year-old investor who gave up his job to do wholesaling full time after hitting a five-figure deal after 31 days of trying it out in Indiana. Listen and learn how this rockstar outsmart the wholesaling arena!Want to be like Daniel? Visit the TTP Training Program and learn more about wholesaling.---------Show notes:(0:55) Beginning of today's episode(1:47) How this young wholesaler closed 4 deals in 90 days(4:50) Average price point in his market(5:20) Building your wins in your own backyard(11:32) What does his day look like as a full time REI wholesaler/investor?(14:24) Picking up a lead in the absentee owner's list(22:11) Daniel's goal in the next few years----------Resources:BatchleadsDeal MachineTo speak with Brent or one of our other expert coaches call (281) 835-4201 or schedule your free discovery call here to learn about our mentorship programs and become part of the TribeGo to Wholesalingincgroup.com to become part of one of the fastest growing Facebook communities in the Wholesaling space. Get all of your burning Wholesaling questions answered, gain access to JV partnerships, and connect with other "success minded" Rhinos in the community.It's 100% free to join. The opportunities in this community are endless, what are you waiting for?

What does it take to scale from zero to over $52 million in self-storage assets in just six years? In this insightful episode, Joe Downs reveals how he raised $15 million and built a portfolio of over 20 self-storage facilities by mastering off-market deals, partnering strategically, and adapting to market conditions. He breaks down his transition from multifamily to self-storage, explains how he built a vertically integrated team from scratch, and shares the exact steps that helped him launch and scale a real estate investment company while still working his W2 job. If you're an investor looking to break into self-storage—or scale fast—Joe's story is a must-listen. 5 Key Takeaways from Joe Downs' Episode:From Multifamily to Storage: Joe started in multifamily but found more scalability, deal flow, and operational control in self-storage.Off-Market Deal Mastery: Nearly all 20+ facilities were sourced off-market, using direct mail, broker relationships, and seller outreach.Built a Vertically Integrated Team: Joe hired third-party management initially but quickly transitioned to a fully integrated in-house team across operations, construction, and marketing.Raised $15M with Limited Prior Experience: By building trust, showing transparency, and proving capability, Joe successfully raised millions—even before having a massive track record.Balanced Scaling While Employed: Joe built the business part-time at first, making strategic hires and systemizing early so he could transition out of his W2 and into full-time investing.About Tim MaiTim Mai is a real estate investor, fund manager, mentor, and founder of HERO Mastermind for REI coaches.He has helped many real estate investors and coaches become millionaires. Tim continues to help busy professionals earn income and build wealth through passive investing.He is also a creative marketer and promoter with incredible knowledge and experience, which he freely shares. He has lifted himself from the aftermath of war, achieving technical expertise in computers, followed by investment success in real estate, management skills, and a lofty position among real estate educators and internet marketers.Tim is an industry leader who has acquired and exited well over $50 million worth of real estate and is currently an investor in over 2700 units of multifamily apartments.Connect with TimWebsite: Capital Raising PartyFacebook: Tim Mai | Capital Raising Nation Instagram: @timmaicomTwitter: @timmaiLinkedIn: Tim MaiYouTube: Tim Mai

Tune into our weekly LIVE Mastermind Q+A Podcast for expert advice, peer collaboration, and actionable insights on success in the Probate, Divorce, Late Mortgage/Pre-Foreclosure and Aged Expired niches!In today's episode of the All The Leads Mastermind podcast, the focus was on turning objections into opportunities when working divorce leads. The team tackled a subscriber question about handling attorneys who say, “I already have a realtor,” and shared strategies for positioning yourself as a neutral, value-driven resource. They also explored the growing issue of outbound calls being flagged as spam, with tips on how to test your number, avoid call blocking, and protect your reputation with the carriers. A standout moment came when a subscriber described how they use ChatGPT and property photos to create rehab estimates and scope of work reports—an efficient way to generate offers and impress sellers. The conversation wrapped with advice for investors on building buyer networks through REI groups and Facebook communities, and a reminder that the most effective lead conversion strategies blend phone, mail, online credibility, and real relationships—executed with consistency and empathy.

We interviewed Eddie Speed, America's most experienced note buyer and owner of Colonial Funding Group LLC. He brings over four decades of expertise and 50,000+ closed note deals to Deal-Maker Richmond. As a pioneering force in the note buying industry, Eddie specializes in helping real estate investors and property owners unlock hidden value in their seller-financed portfolios.***DON'T KNOW WHERE TO START WITH FRANCHISING? Grab Bob Bernotas' free course for a limited time only at edu.franchisewithbob.com/idealINTERVIEW HIGHLIGHTS[00:00-02:22] A Journey into Note Investing[02:23-07:52] Deep Dive into Selling Notes[07:53-11:07] Challenges in the Rental Property Market[11:08-14:45] Owner Financing can be your solution[14:46-15:51]Sponsor: Franchising made easy[15:52-21:55] Is Notes investing better than REI?[21:56-23:01] Playing with both strategies[23:02-29:32] Diversify with notes[29:33-34:23] Intro to Notes investing[34:24-36:49] Investor Q&ASpecial mention: Warren Buffetthttps://noteschool.comAny questions?*** Grab my 10k/month passive income strategy and weekly newsletters at https://tinyurl.com/iwg-strategy BOOK IS OUT! Grab Your Copy and learn how to get your feet wet in real estate investing

On today's episode of The Wholesome Fertility Podcast, I am joined by Hannah Davis (@rooted.with.hannah), a Registered Dietitian and certified meditation teacher who specialises in women's health, hormones, and autoimmune conditions. After being diagnosed with Hashimoto's while navigating early motherhood, Hannah shifted her clinical nutrition practice to focus on uncovering the deeper root causes of symptoms like fatigue, cycle irregularities, and PCOS. We dive into how nervous system dysregulation often underlies hormonal imbalances and why functional testing, mineral status, and emotional safety are crucial for true healing. From decoding PCOS types to understanding thyroid antibodies and the connection between trauma and calcium retention, Hannah offers a deeply integrative and compassionate lens for supporting women on their fertility and healing journeys. This conversation is packed with practical tools and fresh insights—don't miss it! Key Takeaways: PCOS is not just about ovarian cysts—it's a metabolic and inflammatory condition with many root causes. Nervous system regulation is foundational for hormone balance, digestion, and fertility. Functional lab testing (like Dutch and HTMA) reveals hidden patterns traditional labs may miss. Excess calcium in tissues may indicate trauma or over-supplementation with Vitamin D. Diet, stress, sleep, and gut health all influence autoimmune and hormonal symptoms. Guest Bio: Hannah Davis, RD (@rooted.with.hannah) is a Registered Dietitian and certified meditation teacher with advanced training in functional nutrition, lab testing, and spiritual psychology. She specialises in supporting women with hormonal imbalances, autoimmune conditions like Hashimoto's, and chronic fatigue through an integrative approach that blends clinical science with deep nourishment and nervous system healing. After navigating her own health challenges postpartum, Hannah now helps women reclaim their energy, resilience, and sense of safety through 1:1 coaching and group programs at Pivot Nutrition Coaching. She's especially passionate about working with mothers, self-healers, and cycle-breakers who are ready to feel like themselves again. Links and Resources: Follow Hannah on Instagram Visit the Pivot Nutrition Coaching website Book Mentioned: The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk   For more information about Michelle, visit www.michelleoravitz.com  To learn more about ancient wisdom and fertility, you can get Michelle's book at: https://www.michelleoravitz.com/thewayoffertility  The Wholesome Fertility facebook group is where you can find free resources and support: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2149554308396504/  Instagram: @thewholesomelotusfertility Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewholesomelotus/  Disclaimer: The information shared on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Please consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your health or fertility care. ------------- Transcript: # Audio: TWF 340- Hannah [00:00:00] [00:01:00] Welcome to the Wholesome Fertility Podcast. I'm Michelle, a fertility acupuncturist here to provide you with resources on how to create a wholesome approach to your fertility journey. **Michelle:** Welcome to the podcast, Hannah.  **Hannah:** thanks for having me. **Michelle:** So I'm very excited to have you on. We're gonna be talking about a lot of really cool topics, but before we get started, I always like to start out with kind of like an origin story and learn how you got into the work that you're doing.  **Hannah:** Yeah. I am a registered dietician. I've been mainly practicing medical nutrition therapy for the last 10 years in a more clinical setting. And you know, and then [00:02:00] I became a mom. I have two. One's almost eight, you gotta say almost eight. And the other one's, and the other one's nine. So they're really, they're really young and I, you know, working at the hospital part-time and I started noticing. **Hannah:** My own symptoms of, of things that just felt like off. And simultaneously I was also becoming more interested in learning about more integrative functional nutrition. And so that really led me down. It, it started off as, oh. A way for me to kind of figure out what was going on with me, because of course, like so many of my, the clients I work with now you know, you go to the doctors, you ask for some labs to be done and they just say, oh, you're absolutely fine. **Hannah:** You might just be stressed. You're stressed out, you're a young mom. Of course it's normal to feel exhausted all of the time and stuff like that. So, I just was like really interested [00:03:00] in doing more digging and so I, we got some training in advanced lab testing and more like integrative functional nutrition. **Hannah:** And so. From there I was able to figure out what's going on with me, and I, I actually have an autoimmune condition. It's called Hashimotos. And so that really affects, you know, your, your energy levels, your, your gut health, your immune system obviously is involved. So I, it was so incredibly validating and it really excited me. **Hannah:** I was like, I feel. If I can figure out a way to use advanced lab testing and combine that with my. More of my more clinical, you know, expertise and combine that together to really like, help women feel empowered about how to support their health and, and how they feel and their showing up in their lives every [00:04:00] day. **Hannah:** And so it just really, really excited me. So that's kind of what got me started with that. And then I, I pivoted towards, towards that about three years ago started my own virtual practice working more in like the women's health space. So like hormones, gut health, autoimmune conditions. **Hannah:** And then I, as I was doing more of that work, I was like, okay, there's. I'm seeing a common theme here. These women at their root, cause a lot of the time is nervous system dysregulation. And I got really. Tired of just saying over and over again. You know, you need to manage your stress a little bit better. **Hannah:** I wanted to be able to give them so much more than that. And obviously I knew that from my own journey. I really had to integrate that. And so, but I wanted to like, figure out how to help my, my clients integrate that. So then I became a certified meditation [00:05:00] teacher. And spent a year studying spiritual psychology, which is like a blend of Eastern ritual and practices with western psychology. **Hannah:** That, yeah. Yeah, yeah. So now I really like to supplement my, programs with giving my clients tools on how to regulate their nervous systems as well. And so, we'll, you know, you know, it's more of like life coaching almost. And then maybe we'll integrate some, some things like, meditation or breath work together. **Hannah:** It really just depends on what the, how the client wants to be supported. So  **Michelle:** Awesome.  **Hannah:** Yeah.  **Michelle:** You know it's interesting 'cause I  **Hannah:** Yeah. **Michelle:** an episode on. Nervous system. Really the vagal tone and  **Hannah:** Yes. **Michelle:** there's a link with a weaker vagal tone and things like endometriosis or  **Michelle:** PCOS, and I thought that was just fascinating. [00:06:00]  **Michelle:** So, yeah, I'd love to really kind of dig deep on all of these things. So just for people listening and they're kind of like hearing nervous system for the first time. 'cause well maybe they've listened to my podcast, maybe not when I talked about the nervous system. But what should people, like, explain the nervous system, explain how the nervous system ties into certain conditions. **Hannah:** I mean, that's a very, like, that's pretty broad because it's like, you know, it really depends on what. **Michelle:** the nervous system like tie into certain conditions?  **Hannah:** I don't know what condition it doesn't, honestly. Uh, the more, the more I get like deep in the weeds with this, so, you know, a lot of my clients we, you know, so I am typically working with people with autoimmune conditions and hormone. I balances gut health, that kind of stuff. And I, you know, I would say the nervous system impacts all of those areas [00:07:00] because ideally, especially when we're talking about women's health and like hormones, things like that we really just want to create safety in the body, right? **Hannah:** So that we can. Manufacture hormones and ovulate naturally and things like that. So, and then, you know, inflammation's another, another piece of that. It really just, it's a great way to, like, it just connects to everything right. **Michelle:** Yeah, well the vagus nerve is incredibly important when it comes to gut health. the stronger the vagal tone, the better the vagus nerve, the better. It's able to lower inflammation in the body.  **Hannah:** Mm-hmm. Mm-hmm. **Michelle:** fascinating and interesting. And so what are some of the things that you do suggest for people. they wanna regulate their nervous system and support that aspect.  **Hannah:** So First of all, I think it's important to just figure out what are the systems for that client? What are [00:08:00] the systems that are working for them and what's not? And really get really honest about that. And then, you know, it could be something like starting a. **Hannah:** Very doable meditation practice or some breath work like before, before meals, right? Getting into rest and digest me activating that vagus nerve so that we can digest our food properly. So it really just depends on what is feels a lot most aligned for the client and, and is doable for them. But also I think another big piece of this, which is not really talked about often is eating for blood sugar balance. **Hannah:** Because even like blood sugar swings throughout the day can cause fluctuations in your mood and your anxiety and cravings and all, all of, and even inflammation as well. So  **Michelle:** that  **Hannah:** like a whole body [00:09:00] approach. Mm-hmm. **Michelle:** It's such a good point. And I remember like looking into this and researching like just really the gut brain connection and. And it's interesting 'cause you can see it really go both ways. So if you have imbalanced gut microbiome that can ima impact your brain and your mood and your state and your emotions. **Michelle:** And it actually is linked with certain emotional um, imbalances or like mental disorders. It's really fascinating. And then they found. On the flip side that people who meditated for many years, like Tibetan monks, they had a really vast microbiome that was a lot more enriched and had a lot more diversity. **Michelle:** So it's really fascinating how you really can literally get it at both ends or either end.  **Hannah:** yeah. Like I tell my clients all the time, if you're breathing into your shoulders, the majority of the time it's gonna signal, [00:10:00] or that's gonna signal to the brain that you're in fight or flight. So it's gonna send all the blood to your extremities. It's not gonna be sending the blood to, you know, your, your GI track and your, you know, your organs there. **Hannah:** And so. it's gonna be a lot harder to digest your foods, whereas if you are really taking these deep breaths into your belly, it's sending all the blood there. And that's, that's a, and I mean, I often get skipped, you know, people are just like, no, just gimme a, just gimme a meal plan. I wanna feel better. **Hannah:** I wanna lose weight, or I wanna, you know, but it's like, you really gotta think about not just what you're eating, but how you're eating, like what your nervous system state is. You know, when you're, when you're eating food.  **Michelle:** That's so true. It's  **Hannah:** Mm-hmm. **Michelle:** true. And it was funny 'cause I was reading about that and it was one of the things to do is just stand. This is why they say like, don't drive and eat at the same time. Because when you're driving naturally, you're gonna be in a little bit more of a fight or flight or kind of ready for anything and. Also just to kind of throw it out [00:11:00] there, it's not bad to be in that state, in that sympathetic state. It's part of life. It's just that sometimes you need that and then sometimes you need the other. But what you're saying is so true, like it's actually like becoming mindful of getting yourself into that state and maybe  **Michelle:** doing those exercises to get yourself in more parasympathetic state, which is more of  **Michelle:** the rest and digest, so that you're priming your body when you do eat. To digest better. So I think  **Hannah:** Yeah. Of course, and, you know, if you're digesting better, you're absorbing nutrients better, which is gonna impact your energy levels, your mood, your hormones, everything. So yeah, there really, I feel like the more I get into it, the, more I see that there really isn't an aspect of our health, our med, our metabolic health, everything that is not touched by, your nervous system. **Michelle:** Yeah, it's really fascinating. I like, the more I dig into this, the more I'm just like so [00:12:00] amazed at how Willy, you know, it's the nervous system is kind of like this wiring of like. Information.  **Michelle:** It's almost like information that kind of signals to your body, all kinds of different states, but especially that safety. **Michelle:** I agree with you. You know, when you, when you feel safe, you can be more creative. And what does that mean really in the body fertility and it also regeneration growth.  **Michelle:** So yeah, it's pretty cool,  **Hannah:** Yeah. And I mean, hormones, that's how hormones work too. They're just chemical messengers in your body. **Michelle:** right? and so talk about PCOS, 'cause I know that you work with P-C-O-S-A lot just to cover. 'cause I think of people don't really understand it fully because it is you know, there's so many different types of PCOS and people get confused and sometimes people show PCOS symptoms, but then some doctors, and we don't know if they're just not like looking. Thoroughly into it. Dismiss it. Oh, that's not PCOS. So  **Hannah:** Right.  **Michelle:** that and just kind of, **Hannah:** Yeah.  **Michelle:** [00:13:00] it is,  **Hannah:** Okay, well, we'll just start what, like, so what is PCOS? So PCOS stands for polycystic ovarian syndrome. So a lot of people get confused by that right off the bat. They think, oh, so that mean I have cysts on my ovaries. Does that mean that I have it? So it's actually not a physical ovarian condition, like of the presence of cyst, but it's rather a hormonal condition and it's a, what I like to call a spectrum condition. **Hannah:** You know, 'cause there's different varieties and there's different root causes. It's important to understand, first of all what kind of PCOS you have and what the root causes are which is why we, we use functional lab testing in practice. But but yeah, I think a lot of women often it's like a long confusing road full of mixed messages of like just lose weight advice,  **Michelle:** Yeah,  **Hannah:** [00:14:00] you know. **Michelle:** really thin. PCOS patients, so that's where it can get so confusing for  **Hannah:** Right, right, right. And so, A-P-C-O-S isn't in an ovarian condition, you know, what exactly is going on? I mean, in a nutshell, it's basically, blood sugar issues plus inflammation, plus genetic susceptibility, which is going to lead to the ovaries to begin to produce large amounts of androgens. **Hannah:** So, you know, and I say genetic susceptibility because, you know, just because you have like insulin sensi or insulin resistance or diabetes, that doesn't mean you automatically are gonna get PCOS. Some people just have really sensitive ovaries right. And so they're, they're going to develop the, the condition, so I like to talk to my clients about well first of all, we start by running some tests [00:15:00] to find out, you know, what what their root causes are. And then we're gonna really go deep with, you know, working on the blood sugar issues with the inflammation, real food strategies lifestyle interventions, things like that. **Michelle:** One of the things that I find is pretty common just in my own practice, is that. **Michelle:** there's a huge link of gut imbalance  **Michelle:** or, you know, gut microbiome  **Michelle:** imbalance and inflammation, you know, that is part of the contributor to the inflammation and can really impact PCOS conditions.  **Hannah:** Yeah. Because you know, if we, if that inflammation in the gut is going unchecked you know, that's also gonna drive that insulin resistance even more.  **Michelle:** Yeah.  **Michelle:** what are some of the tests that you do for PCOS? Functional  **Hannah:** Well, yeah. Well, first of all, I, I like to start with a Dutch test. It's a, have you heard of [00:16:00] Dutch? The Uhhuh? Yeah. Oh, you do? Okay. Yeah. So I would run a Dutch you know, so that we,  **Michelle:** out just for people  **Hannah:** yeah. Yes, **Michelle:** I've never heard of it before. So it's dried urine testing for comprehensive, or I forget  **Hannah:** it's a Dr. It's a. Yeah, yeah. Dried urine test for comprehensive hormones. I know I used to think, oh, it's of Dutch, like it's from the Dutch, like, you know, but it's just an abbreviation.  **Michelle:** right, right.  **Hannah:** But yes, it's a very unique way to look at hormones. 'cause traditionally before this test was available, you would have to rely on blood work for hormones. **Hannah:** And, you know, saliva for cortisol, which is okay, but it's just not great. So this test really helps us get a lot more specific, a lot more personalized, and helps us get some answers that would probably. Be left unanswered if we were just, you know, looking at, at blood work alone. So, you know, it's gonna tell us, you know, give us a snapshot [00:17:00] of all three sex hormones, estrogen, progesterone, testosterone. **Hannah:** It's gonna show us how they're being metabolized in the liver. And then what I really like is it looks at your cortisol awakening response. So someone is struggling with sleep, mood, energy levels. Things like that that could also be driving your symptoms and, and your inflammation as well. So I, mm-hmm. **Michelle:** cortisol is your friend in the morning.  **Hannah:** Yes. Yeah. Yeah. And then I like that it also has that organic acid test at the end there, which some of those other markers are gonna be important for looking at, for hormone production. So it's nice if they include that. So I, I like to do a Dutch, I also like to do HTMA testing, which stands for hair tissue mineral analysis. **Hannah:** Because, you know, you know, when we're looking at hormones it's, you know, we, we also wanna be, look thinking about minerals too because and not just like, our minerals through blood [00:18:00] work, but more on a cellular level. Like what is the body doing with those minerals? And how is your body utilizing them? **Hannah:** Are they even getting up into the cell? So, and we can, you know, you know, minerals, they impact hormones, which means they're gonna impact PCOS. So I like that one too. And it's like a little, it's a, it's a nice way to, I like it 'cause it's, it shows your body's like, it's like a blueprint. It shows you your stress pattern. **Hannah:** know how your body is using minerals after you've maybe gone through a season of. Really high stress and you know, the fertility journey too is so stressful on its own that I'm like, yeah, let's look at what your body does with all this stress and how we can really like, you know, deeply nourish your body and, you know, make it feel safe for ovulation. **Michelle:** Yeah, I know that there's a lot of minerals that you can't really test in blood and for example, magnesium. That's a **Hannah:** Mm-hmm. **Michelle:** one to test for. So does this test for magnesium as well, like all [00:19:00] minerals or,  **Hannah:** yeah, yeah. It looks at all of the minerals. Specifically the ones that I'm gonna be focusing on. The minerals that impact PCS would be magnesium, zinc, calcium, iron selenium iodine. So, you know, and in a nutshell, you know, these, these minerals. they can exacerbate insulin resistance, hormonal imbalances, oxidative stress, which is important for like egg quality, sperm quality, things like that. **Hannah:** So women, get your men to your partner.  **Michelle:** Yes.  **Michelle:** So, so this is a hair test.  **Hannah:** yeah, it's a hair. They're using just like a teaspoon amount of your hair to analyze the mineral content in your tissues. **Michelle:** Fascinating. I know they've done those for like heavy metals and, and just testing the  **Hannah:** Yeah, yeah,  **Michelle:** I haven't heard of the mineral testing yet.  **Hannah:** yeah. And this, yeah. And this test does include heavy metals and we look at, mm-hmm.  **Michelle:** heavy metals. Oh, [00:20:00] okay.  **Hannah:** Mm-hmm. Mm-hmm. **Michelle:** it's really high. Just like for people that don't have symptoms sometimes I almost feel like it's like high for everybody.  **Hannah:** The heavy metals. Yeah. Yeah. You know, and  **Michelle:** somebody who's not, who doesn't have like,  **Hannah:** yeah, and I mean, we we're exposed to heavy metals all of the time. It's, you know, it's, there's, it's kind of impossible to get around it, you know? It's in our food, our water, the soil, you know. And so my approach is, you know, we might see like an acute. **Hannah:** Exposure to the heavy metals. But what we wanna see is that you, you're able to detox and excrete those heavy metals safely. You know, that's why, you know, we have our detox organs, our liver, right? And so if I ever see those metals like pushing into the tissues, it's just a really good indication that, hey, your liver needs some. **Hannah:** Some attention, like we need to work on supporting that. And also working on not just our [00:21:00] detoxification organs, but our drainage pathways. So like our lymphatic system you know, making sure we're having daily bowel movements that we're sweating all of that. All of that stuff. Yeah.  **Michelle:** Yeah. **Michelle:** for sure. I think that that's key is really detoxifying, and I think that it, you had a good point. You mentioned the word safely because  **Michelle:** that can be an issue, like if you detoxify too harshly. I'm really big on that, especially when you're trying to conceive and you're actively trying, you definitely don't wanna do something that's so strong that it actually circulates more toxins in your bloodstream.  **Hannah:** That's right. Yeah. **Michelle:** So they have like binders, right? Or things  **Hannah:** Yeah, That is one approach for me. I rarely will do like a heavy metal detox with somebody. I will just wanna work with them on, you know, first the foundational things of, are we optimizing the gut health, the, you know, the liver function are we getting those drainage pathways [00:22:00] open? **Hannah:** Because your body should be able to do all that on its own if it's, you know, optimal. but I mean, if someone's already doing like a gut protocol or something with me, then yeah, they, they'll be taking like those types of supplements and then it'll, it'll still act on the heavy metals and things like that, as. **Michelle:** Interesting. So, what are some of the nutrient and lifestyle interventions specifically that you would do for PCOS? Or have you seen, because I, I do know that  **Hannah:** yeah.  **Michelle:** different types, so that could  **Hannah:** Yes.  **Michelle:** the type,  **Hannah:** Yes. Yeah. **Michelle:** the things that people should kind of like look out for, think about?  **Hannah:** Yeah. Yeah. So the first step is, is gonna be improving the quality of your food choices. So, you know, removing inflammatory oils, added sugars a lot of like processed, like ultra processed carbohydrates and, you know, with chemical and artificial additives. Things like that, you wanna replace them with whole real foods. **Hannah:** It's really that simple.  **Michelle:** Yeah. I [00:23:00] know,  **Hannah:** Yeah. Yeah. And then also, you know, the goal is to eat a sufficient amount of carbohydrates to promote ovulation, but while still focusing on those whole real. Food sources, like starchy veggies fruits and then unprocessed whole grains and legumes.  **Michelle:** So really from natural sources,  **Michelle:** complex car carbs. So it's not like simple carbs, not white, you know, avoid those like.  **Hannah:** Yeah. Right. So you, and you would want to make sure you're getting adequate amount of carbohydrates, but you know, if we're also dealing with insulin resistance, then we also need to be talking about you know, maintaining adequate calorie intake and just aiming for. Balance across all the macronutrients. **Hannah:** So, you know, we're pairing those carbohydrates with good quality sources of protein and healthy fats. And, if you're eating a more whole food carbs diet like. Your carbs are coming [00:24:00] from fruits like, and like root vegetables and things like that, then those foods are naturally gonna have more fiber in them, which is also gonna help with things like insulin resistance. **Hannah:** And then I would also be focusing on gut nourishing foods, like, bone broth probiotics from fermented foods, cultured. Products. And then lots of prebiotic fibers. So it also just making sure you're eating a wide range of, plant fibers. Like we're not just eating the same, spinach every day. **Hannah:** You know, let's really mix that up. Maybe like arugula, kale, you know. So that would be the where, where I would start with foods strategies. And then for lifestyle I would be really focusing on exercise. This is a really crucial tool in repairing insulin sensitivity and managing blood sugar levels. **Hannah:** So first I would just focus on increasing your daily movement. So, you know, maybe try tracking your steps. And then maybe you would wanna consider adding in some resistance [00:25:00] training and some short hit style workouts. Since those really show the most metabolic improvements. In general I would avoid, I would avoid like, really long duration cardio on a regular baseball basis, since that's like very stressful on the body. **Hannah:** So exercise is number one. Stress management is key. I know we've already kind of touched on that a little bit. You know, that's a big piece of hormonal. Balance balance since the, your adrenal health, you know, has the ability to impact the function of your sex hormones. I would just evaluate the sources of your stress. **Hannah:** You know, I like to think of it like a bucket, like a stress bucket, and we have all these different inputs pouring in. Some of those things we can't really remove, but some things we can, you can control your nutrition and your sleep quality. You know, you can maybe work on energetic boundaries, right? **Hannah:** Maybe you wanna include things like meditation or [00:26:00] journaling, acupuncture, right? Those are all really nice ways to support yourself. And then sleep. Sleep is also like so major. That's when you know when you're, you can get good quality sleep at night. That's when your, your body's repairing tissue. **Hannah:** And it, it has a lot to do with your hormones, like in like your like your hunger hormones, those ones and then also like cortisol, melatonin, things like that. Everything that just keeps all of the systems working together smoothly. So, yep. Do you. **Michelle:** of sleep. There's a, there like a lot of times we'll increase sugar cravings 'cause you want that quick energy. So  **Hannah:** Yes, **Michelle:** that's one example of how that can impact  **Hannah:** exactly. Yeah. Yeah. If you have like one poor night of sleep, it increases your hunger hormone levels pretty significantly. So we'll see that that issue popping up time and time again. Yeah, so.[00:27:00]  **Michelle:** yeah. And I also have heard, in some  **Michelle:** of like go, literally pivot into autoimmune and how you can address that in the case of Hashimoto's? **Michelle:** 'cause it is so prevalent and a lot of people have it. The first thing that I say is, cut out gluten, corn, and dairy and soy if you can. Now, I always say if you can't do all of them, at least cut out the gluten entirely and talk to us about like what you've done and what you've found to be helpful. **Michelle:** 'cause it is something that if you catch early, you really can sh shift a lot just from diet alone.  **Hannah:** Oh, yes. Yeah, and I've helped. Hundreds of women with that. Exactly. Just you know, we [00:28:00] see, I've seen different stages of, Hashimoto's. You know, so if it's like, you know, stage one where we're seeing the presence of antibodies and maybe they have symptoms, maybe they don't. A lot of those women typically will present with like subclinical hypothyroidism. **Hannah:** So like their thyroid labs look fine. But they're like, I, feel tired all the time. I'm constipated. I can't lose weight, you know? So the first thing I would start with is kinda getting ahead of things with, 'cause the majority of your immune system is in your gut. So I would be doing a GI would run a stool sample, a GI map and see what's going on there. **Hannah:** Because there's different things that could be driving. That immune response. Yeah. It could be coming from things in the diet like gluten. And that test certainly will show us if you're having an immune response to gluten. So in those cases, I would have those clients cut, cut that out. And some people they, they don't, they don't run the test and they [00:29:00] cut out gluten, but they just feel better without it. **Michelle:** See that a lot.  **Hannah:** mm-hmm. I do too. Just kind of anecdotally. I was just gonna say that I think it is because of like, what, what they're spraying on our crops.  **Michelle:** Yeah, **Hannah:** Yep. know that it can impact hormones like big time, that's  **Hannah:** Mm-hmm.  **Michelle:** one for sure.  **Hannah:** Yeah. So, and then, you know, obviously if there's a inflammation or like leaky gut.  **Hannah:** You know, we're gonna wanna address that anyway because that could be driving that immune response and making your symptoms worse, making the antibodies levels worse, right? So I really wanna just get ahead of it with the gut number one. **Hannah:** And then I like to do mineral testing as well, since so many minerals, not only impact PCOS, but they impact your thyroid.  **Michelle:** That's a huge  **Hannah:** Yes, selenium. This is a common thing that I see. I'll see really high amounts of calcium in the [00:30:00] tissues. And that's gonna block your thyroid hormone from getting up into the cell. **Hannah:** So like maybe their thyroid panel looks great, but that, or they're already taking a thyroid medication, but they're, they feel like it's not doing anything for them. I'm like, look, you have a lot of calcium in your tissues. And so like, that's your thyroid hormone's not even getting up into the cell. So of course you wouldn't feel an impact there. **Hannah:** And that also is. **Michelle:** actually? What causes that? Calcification?  **Hannah:** So, I typically see that from over supplementing with vitamin D. So, that will pull the calcium out of the bone and teeth. And put it into the tissues. Yeah. A lot of people get put on vitamin D by their doctor, like maybe they had low levels at one point, and then their doctor never talked to them about weaning off of the vitamin D. **Hannah:** They just kept taking it.  **Michelle:** too high. Yeah.  **Hannah:** Yeah. Or they'll start them off like a really high dose, like I've seen like 50,000 units of, of vitamin. Yeah. [00:31:00] And they, and they just keep taking it like, then they're never told like, Hey, you're actually supposed to tapered off of that after a couple months. I've also seen an influx of people on vitamin D, zinc you know, ever since the pandemic. **Hannah:** So they just kept taking it and they don't know how that's impacted their. Mine. So, so yeah, that's one culprit. I, I'll see. The other thing that I notice, and this is pretty prevalent in the autoimmune community is, and I don't think it's talked about a lot, is significant trauma and certain types of trauma. **Hannah:** It, it's like we call when we see this pattern on an htm. It, we call it a calcium shell where the calcium and the magnesium levels are really high in the tissues. And then we are like really depleted in things like potassium and sodium and other secondary minerals. And it's kind of like the body's way of shielding itself from feeling [00:32:00] big, like feeling really big emotions. **Hannah:** So like a lot of these clients, I, I'll talk to them about this and they have such a flat effect, like with the then we start moving the calcium out of the tissues and then they become, they're, it's like they really need more emotional support throughout that process. It's very interesting. I'm about to actually do an HTMA on myself. **Hannah:** It's been a couple of years, but I've just gone, I'm grieving my mom right now and I, yeah, and it's just been a really rough couple of months. I've just been just going through the motions and kind of in that, like taking care of her, taking care of my girls. Like just everything that we've gone through leading up to this point. **Hannah:** And I'm like, I am so curious to know what's going on with my minerals right now. I would not be surprised if I was having calcium going into my tissues. 'cause I believe that's what was my pattern last [00:33:00] time I ran the test a few years ago. So.  **Michelle:** Oh, that's interesting.  **Hannah:** It's like, yeah, this is my, my unique pattern, you know, so I see that a lot with Hashimoto's and yeah, and, and it's interesting because that pattern, like the high calcium in the tissues and the low potassium, that's really really common with like thyroid stuff in general because, you know, first of all, that calcium's blocking the thyroid. **Hannah:** Hormone from getting up into the cell. It's also gonna be blocking insulin signaling. So there is gonna be a lot of blood sugar swings, and that's gonna be driving the inflammation, making that worse. And then the low potassium, well, you know, potassium is needed for thyroid function as well. So, I see that pattern a lot with that population and it's so fascinating. **Hannah:** And I would just say like, I wouldn't say it's like. It's more like anecdotal, right? Like and you probably see that too in your practice. Yeah. Yeah.  **Michelle:** For different things, not this [00:34:00] specifically, but Yeah. **Michelle:** I mean, you see a lot of that and that's, that matters just because studies are very expensive to have and you can't  **Hannah:** Mm-hmm. **Michelle:** rely just on studies. You have to really rely on data in general, like your own experience  **Hannah:** Oh, absolutely. **Michelle:** there's so much information that you can get just from that. And then, couple of things. One of the things is, I know that Zyme has been shown to really help, it's an enzyme, it's a pro oleic enzymes that break apart, like fibrous tissue. So I'm curious to  **Hannah:** Oh **Michelle:** if it would help with excess calcium or, you know, deposits because it, it works to break down  **Hannah:** yeah,  **Michelle:** really needed in the body.  **Hannah:** yeah. Yeah.  **Michelle:** up.  **Hannah:** Yeah. That is interesting. Yeah, because when we see, usually the calcium in the tissues is also associated with things like restless leg syndrome, kidney stones, gallstones, all that stuff, you know, because it's just calcification of the tissues. [00:35:00] Right. What I do is I'll get, if that person is, has actually been on vitamin D what I'll do is I'll say, okay, let's just pause on the vitamin D and then I'll get them on, a form of vitamin K two that will target that calcium in the tissues and, and bring it, redirect it back to the bones. So we'll do that for several months. And if that person's still concerned about their, their vitamin D levels and say, let's just get that checked, you know, and depending on where you're at with that, you, you either, you know, probably need supplementation time from time to time, or maybe just during the winter, right? **Hannah:** But it's not a long term. You know, supplement for you because of this pattern, this pattern that you typically have. **Michelle:** Another thing that I was gonna mention is, we were talking about like, antibodies.  **Michelle:** I remember, One of my patients mentioning she had like a, 'cause I was talking to an REI and I was gonna have him, I had him on the podcast and so she had some questions and she had a very low amount of [00:36:00] antibodies that are considered normal. And he said no, because the presence of any antibody, and that's what's crazy to me.  **Hannah:** Mm-hmm.  **Michelle:** normal in labs  **Hannah:** Yeah. Well, yeah. Yeah. The reference ranges for conventional labs or like in more like conventional healthcare settings. They're not, they're designed to show like if you have a chronic disease or not. Not necessarily if you're optimal. Right. Like thriving, you know? **Michelle:** have any, even if it's like minute, it means that there's an autoimmune, like  **Hannah:** Right. And.  **Michelle:** your thyroid.  **Hannah:** Yeah, and I mean, my first thought is like, and just because I've worked in that arena for so long, is I think it's just because they need to have a diagnose, a diagnosis for a chronic disease, number one, so that they can build insurance and blah, blah, blah.  **Michelle:** Yeah, yeah, yeah.  **Hannah:** So they typically can't treat you. They can't, they [00:37:00] technically can't treat you. **Hannah:** Like they don't really run on a, it's more of like a sick care model. It's not really, they can't really treat you for like prevention. Right. That's not like that that's not how insurance companies work. So, I think that that's, that's my theory on that. But, you know, but to, to answer your question, yes, I, I see, low levels that aren't considered Hashimoto's,  **Michelle:** Right?  **Hannah:** but I would label that early stages or stage one, and I would say, let's work, let's, let's order GI Map. **Hannah:** Let's look at what your minerals are doing like that impact your thyroid. Let's just, just start helping you feel better right away so that we can go into remission. I would much rather my client like, just go ahead and work on those things instead of waiting until it's like, you know, now we're seeing tissue damage, you know, and there's a lot of practices. **Hannah:** I don't,  **Michelle:** it if it's early enough, like, but if it's  **Hannah:** yeah.  **Michelle:** really like far gone,  **Hannah:** Yeah. It can, and I don't know if you've run [00:38:00] across this a lot in your practice or with your clients, but I've been told a lot of times that they weren't even able to request or see a specialist or an endocrinologist, I guess, until they were able to see tissue damage. And it's like, wouldn't you wanna just prevent the tissue damage? **Michelle:** crazy to me. Yeah.  **Hannah:** Mm-hmm. Yeah, so I'm, you know, I just like to get on it like right away, even if it's like, you know, your antibodies are like five, you know?  **Michelle:** yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah. Really low, but still,  **Hannah:** Yeah. Really low. Yeah. It's worth working on. Yeah. **Michelle:** I had actually just recently, I had a case where her TSH was like five and she's young, she's in her twenties. And I'm  **Hannah:** Mm-hmm.  **Michelle:** not normal.  **Hannah:** Mm-hmm. **Michelle:** just a little abnormal. **Michelle:** But that's not a little abnormal for try somebody trying to conceive.  **Hannah:** Yeah.  **Michelle:** and under. So if you  **Hannah:** Mm-hmm. **Michelle:** the thing. If you go to a general doctor or even an ob, they are a little more general in women's health.  **Hannah:** Yeah. **Michelle:** they're not going [00:39:00] to look at it the same way as an REI is gonna look at it, which is a reproductive endocrinologist and they're gonna  **Hannah:** Right.  **Michelle:** it a completely different perspective.  **Michelle:** Yeah, so it's, so those things I think a lot of people just don't realize and they're going in and they get the wrong information or they don't get like the full information and many years go by and it's kind of like, you know, that's why it's so important to really get ahead of it. **Hannah:** Yeah, absolutely. I think you're, you're worthy of feeling better, you know, if, does it have to be something that's chronic or.  **Michelle:** Right.  **Hannah:** Like full on disease state before just feeling better. **Michelle:** Yeah, for sure. So for people who, you know, are curious and wanna learn more about what you do,  **Michelle:** um, what are some of the things that you offer online? Where can people find you? I.  **Hannah:** So for people who are wanting to work one-on-one with me or maybe just start off with [00:40:00] a consultation or some have some labs done you can find me at through Pivot Nutrition Coaching. So the website is pivot nutrition coaching com. And then if, for my social media, I'm on Instagram with Hannah. **Michelle:** Awesome. I'll have all the notes anyway. If anybody like is curious or wants to know exactly how it's written out or find the link, you can find those on the episode notes. So Hannah, thank you so much for coming on today. It was a great conversation. I love really digging deep on just what goes on with these conditions that so many people hear about that are trying to conceive, but they don't really understand it. **Michelle:** And I think. There's so much power and knowledge and understanding and kind of like going beneath the surface. So I think this is one of the things that I like to do on the show is really to educate people on like really what's going on. So you've really shared some great, valuable information, so thank you so much, Hannah.[00:41:00]  **Hannah:** Thank you so much for having me and I, I think that this is such an important, important conversation to have and a valuable platform, so it's really an honor to be here. And hope we can chat again soon. **Michelle:** Thank you.         

In this episode of Uncontested Investing, let's dive deep into the world of emerging real estate markets—what they are, how to spot them, and why they present some of the best opportunities for investors looking to get ahead of the curve.   We break down the key indicators like job growth, migration patterns, and infrastructure investments that signal when a market is about to take off. Plus, we share real-world examples of once-overlooked cities that turned into major success stories—and how you can get in early on the next wave.   If you're serious about growing your portfolio in smart, sustainable ways, this episode will show you how to think like a market analyst and act like a pioneer.   Key Talking Points of the Episode   00:00 Introduction 01:00 Seasonal buying strategies: Pittsburgh in winter, Arizona in summer 02:37 The power of suburbs and sister cities: Nashville vs. Memphis 03:38 Military bases and high-cap opportunities 05:14 Resources for tracking migration data 06:37 The 26-50 tier of cities: where hidden gems are found 08:40 Manufacturing resurgence: Detroit, Pittsburgh, Charleston, TX markets 10:10 Two-hour commute range: balance remote life and urban access 11:38 Job growth, diversified industries, population growth 13:33 Holding costs to watch: taxes, insurance, and more 15:25 College towns evolving into full-blown metros 16:35 The BRRR strategy in an emerging market 18:07 Short-term rentals: disaster relief and traveling professionals 19:57 National associations and REI networking groups for on-the-ground intel Quotables   “If you can't find the right opportunity in a big city, look two hours outside of it.”   “Buy when it's not pretty. That's when you get in before the REITs do.”   “The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second best time is today—same goes for investing in an emerging market.”   Links   RCN Capital https://www.rcncapital.com/podcast https://www.instagram.com/rcn_capital/ info@rcncapital.com   REI INK https://rei-ink.com/

In this episode of the podcast, we dive into the power of staying in your zone of genius as a real estate investor. Reflecting on our own journeys, sharing lessons learned from missteps, and how identifying and leaning into our individual strengths has improved both profitability and lifestyle. The discussion highlights the importance of delegation, avoiding shiny object syndrome, and recognizing red flags—like spreading yourself too thin across multiple markets. We also emphasize the value of documenting your tasks to better understand where your time is best spent and how to build a team that supports your growth. With a strong focus on mindset and strategy, we want to remind listeners that investing in your time and surrounding yourself with the right people can make all the difference. Want more? Join our webinar on June 18 at 12pm CT to learn how we scaled our businesses to 70+ doors, without losing our sanity!This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking clarity and focus in their real estate business. Resources:Simplify how you manage your rentals with TurboTenantGrab your seat for our webinar on June 18 - HURRY, seats are limited!Grab your spot in The WIIRE CommunityLeave us a review on Apple PodcastsLeave us a review on SpotifyJoin our private Facebook CommunityConnect with us on Instagram

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