Welcome once again to The Million Dollar Relationships podcast. Today we are being joined by Dustin Maher! Dustin, America's Trainer to Moms, is a renowned fitness expert who has appeared on over 100 TV shows, written for various publications, and was featured on the cover of Personal Fitness Profession. He owned and operated ten fitness locations, created 30 home workout DVDs, and authored Fit Moms for Life. Dustin recently sold his gyms and became a full-time real estate investor, building a $15 million portfolio in just seven months.
In this episode, Dustin shares with us his incredible journey, from running his gyms to selling them to his employees, then making a big pivot into real estate. He shares how taking action and treating people with respect, regardless of who they are, can open doors for you. In addition to his story, Dustin talks about the impact a Pakistani entrepreneur in his early sixties had on his life after connecting with him on social media. This person was able to build an insurance company that even Warren Buffett was interested in buying and flew Dustin out for three days to San Francisco to receive mentorship and advice.
Hear how these inspiring stories encouraged Dustin to make a change and purchase 15 million dollars in real estate within ten months!
[00:00 - 13:33] Refocusing our Passions in Life: Dustin's Story
· Dustin Maher is a father, husband, triathlete, and former gym owner focusing on holistic health and fitness.
· Dustin Maher started his fitness career targeting stay-at-home moms. Then, he shifted to working with 50 to 80-year-olds and obese people for weight loss.
· His fitness programs focus on holistic approaches, including mindset, nutrition, community, and environment.
· Becoming a father four years ago caused Dustin Maher to reassess his priorities.
· He was able to take four and a half months off work and then work part-time to spend more time with his family.
· This process caused him to lose some of his inspiration and edge.
[13:33 - 21:58] Honoring the Man that Changed Dustin's Life and Business
· Dustin shares a recent relationship that has the potential to lead to amazing things.
· The relationship was formed through a Facebook post comment.
· The person he met is successful in real estate and has inspired Dustin.
· The person offered to help Dustin with his mindset and strategy.
· The person is a Pakistani entrepreneur who started one of the first insurance companies for Travelers.
· The person is one of the most genuine and giving people Dustin has met.
[21:58 - 30:42] The Importance of Investing in the Right People
· Kevin shares how he met the Go-Giver author Bob Burg and learned that he has been doing this for a long time and knows how to spot and choose the right people.
· He invests in the right people and doesn't worry about where it will come from.
· Bob Berg is not focused on what he can get from people but on what he can do to help them.
· Dustin and Kevin agree that taking action and being open to opportunities is essential.
[30:42 - 32:24] Closing Statements
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"Life's too short not to go for it. Don't be afraid to change your identity, career path, or passion if you feel the calling. You won't regret taking a chance on something new." – Dustin Maher.