Share The Spotlight Ep 05 - Nicole visits Kofi Thompson on his own podcast, Breaking The Glass Ceiling podcast. Nicole shared her inspiring story as a mother of two toddlers, a full-time employee, and a formidable multi-family investor, Nicole has conquered immense obstacles to achieve remarkable success in the real estate industry. Tune in to Breaking the Glass Ceiling Podcast and witness the extraordinary journey of a woman who shattered barriers, uplifted others, and paved the way for a brighter, wealth-building future. [00:01 - 13:11] Nicole's Journey of Empowerment
- Nicole, a wife, a mother, and full-time employee, shares her journey in the real estate industry
- Starting with no money, credit, or connections, she overcame numerous challenges to acquire a three-family house hack in 2015 and has since grown her equity ownership in multiple commercial multi-family deals
- Motivated by her own experiences, Nicole founded Noir Vest Holdings, a private real estate equity firm with a mission to help minorities and women build wealth through increased access to multifamily investment opportunities
- She is dedicated to empowering underprivileged communities by discussing non-traditional strategies for building generational wealth on her Share The Wealth podcast
[13:12 - 26:29] Overcoming Barriers and Cultivating a Mindset of Abundance
- Kofi and Nicole emphasize the importance of addressing one's money mindset, which includes examining upbringing, conditioning, and subconscious beliefs about money
- Nicole suggests starting with small steps, such as gracefully accepting compliments without deflecting or minimizing them, to develop the ability to receive larger forms of support or financial blessings
- Kofi emphasizes the need to cultivate a sense of self-worth and deservingness, which opens doors to greater opportunities and abundance in life
- By unearthing and challenging subconscious thoughts and reactions, individuals can pave the way for personal growth, financial success, and a mindset of abundance
[26:30 - 35:46] Embracing an Infinite Mindset and Challenging Financial Beliefs
- Kofi and Nicole discuss the importance of prioritizing people over profits and making meaningful connections in the service industry
- Nicole's personal journey counters the belief that substantial funds or wealthy connections are necessary to start building wealth
- The conversation highlights the need to move away from an instant gratification mindset prevalent in today's society
- By challenging the belief that wealth is solely determined by background or financial resources, individuals can adopt a mindset of possibility and take steps toward achieving their financial goals
[35:47 - 44:33] Sacrifice, Perseverance, and Wise Decisions
- Nicole emphasizes the importance of sacrifice and perseverance in achieving success in real estate
- She highlights the need to be willing to deal with tenants and property maintenance as a landlord
- She cautions against basing decisions on others' negative experiences and encourages seeking advice from experienced investors
[44:34 - 63:37] Advice for living a fulfilling life
- Work hard to be intentional about being fully present with your loved ones, family, and friends
- Create a vision for the life you want to live and align your goals and actions with that vision
- Build your wealth or pursue your passions in a way that allows you to enjoy life and maintain the lifestyle you desire
- Strive for a balance between achieving your goals and living a fulfilling life
- Seek opportunities to mentor or volunteer with those who can benefit from your knowledge by giving back and helping others
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