We are so thrilled to bring you an episode that’s all about celebrating the big wins in our lives and careers, discussing some of the pivotal moments that have shaped our paths and the lessons that we have learned along the way!
Join us (your hosts Jerry and Shena) as we kick things off by sharing some of our personal biggest wins. Shena opens up about her incredible journey back to college. Imagine commuting 2.5 hours each way while juggling bartending shifts just to earn not one but two degrees - a true testament to sheer perseverance and determination, something we think will resonate with anyone who’s ever had to fight for their education and dream.
Jerry, on the other hand, takes us back to his early days in the nonprofit sector. From educating teens on important health issues to securing a scholarship and presenting at a major HIV/AIDS conference in Canada, his story is an inspirational reminder of how early career wins can set the stage for future successes!
We also reveal how those formative experiences have fueled our current careers, such as how Shena’s journey from corporate sales to becoming a full-time consultant has helped her clients generate over $100 million in revenue last year alone! Jerry shares his bold transition from the poker tables in casinos to a thriving career in mortgages and now venturing into private capital, highlighting the courage that it takes to leave a comfortable job and chase a new dream, even when it means starting from scratch and dealing with the uncertainty that comes with such a move.
We emphasize the importance of having a long-term goal, planning, and the invaluable lessons learned from every win, big or small, and we also touch upon how building a supportive community, like our Blue Collar Wealth Club Facebook group, can provide the encouragement and inspiration you need to keep pushing forward!
If you are looking for a dose of inspiration, practical advice, and real-life stories of triumph, then this episode is for you, so please join us to hear how you can harness your wins, no matter how small they may seem, to propel yourself toward greater success and fulfillment!
In This Episode:
[0:40] - We are discussing our biggest wins in life and careers!
[1:13] - Shena's biggest win was commuting 2.5 hours to earn two degrees despite life challenges.
[2:56] - Jerry's win was earning a scholarship to present at the first national HIV/AIDS conference in Canada.
[5:40] - Shena discusses the importance of having a vivid vision for the future and how it helped her transform her life from an abusive relationship to one aligned with her dreams.
[6:32] - Shena shares how writing down her goals and envisioning her ideal life led her to achieve everything she desired, from career success to a supportive relationship.
[9:07] - Jerry describes his transition from working at casinos to a new career, motivated by wanting a better work-life balance after having his daughter.
[11:45] - Hear how Jerry transitioned from poker dealer to mortgage loan officer after three years of preparation.
[14:44] - Jerry stresses saving and planning for equipment and credit improvements before making big career changes.
[16:29] - Jerry advises using podcast lessons to accelerate business mastery and financial planning.
[17:21] - Shena shares how her one-on-one clients generated over $100 million in revenue last year alone.
[19:01] - Discover how Shena exited her successful concrete and insurance businesses to focus on full-time consulting.
[22:00] - Jerry transitioned from mortgage business to starting a private equity company amidst COVID challenges.
[23:55] - Building a community in the Blue Collar Wealth Club Facebook group fosters a growth mindset and motivation!
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