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The Semi-Retired AgentEpisode 020 "Why I root For The Success Of Others?"“𝗜’𝗺 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗳𝘂𝗹 𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗢𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗧𝗼 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻 𝗙𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝘂𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗢𝗳 𝗢𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝘀”
Unfortunately the majority of us have been conditioned to be either jealous of others or ashamed of ourselves when we see others succeed.
Somewhere along the way it has been ingrained in our minds that there is only a certain amount of success out there.
And if anyone but us succeeds it is taking away from the limited amount available.
I myself can attest to this.
I have seen people succeed and immediately question my own abilities.
That was before I decided to be grateful for those who succeed ahead of me, and why you should too.
By saying…
“𝗜’𝗺 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗳𝘂𝗹 𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗢𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗧𝗼 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻 𝗙𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝘂𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗢𝗳 𝗢𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝘀”
Your mindset will shif...2021-07-0807 minThe Semi-Retired AgentEpisode 017: "The Inviter"The Inviter
Although I think you are ready to take this step to add to your existing business, you may be saying to yourself, “I don’t think I need this, I just want to sell more homes.” To that I say, “Please, keep selling homes.” After all, we are real estate agents and that is what we do. We sell homes, and quite frankly, without home sales this model doesn’t work. In fact, without selling homes no real estate model works.
You might also say, “But Brandon, I don’t know how to build a team, I’...2020-11-1904 minThe Semi-Retired AgentEpisode 005: "Chapter 5 - Now What?"With realizing that the overhead costs and risks associated with owning my own brokerage wasn’t looking to be worth it. Not to mention the fact that I could build something for 30 years and have it be worthless in the end wasn’t something I was getting excited about any longer. Actually to be fair, not worthless, it did sell for $10.
Even though Owning my own brokerage was now off the table, I still needed to leverage my time, money, and my business.
For years I, like many agents, was stuck in a single input/sing...2020-11-1905 minThe Semi-Retired AgentEpisode 003: "How Did I Get Into Real Estate"Isn’t it funny how most people get into real estate as a profession?
I don’t remember any of my friends growing up saying “you know what I want to be when I grow up?
...A real estate agent.”
Most agents I come across, have a similar story, they got into real estate as an afterthought.
Truth is, I’m no different.
I was a 24 year old “Hookah Boy” (yes that was my actual title). I “loaded bowls” bowls for a living. My dad must have been so proud.
Ever...2020-11-1906 min
Learn For 2 PodcastEpisode 268: "Following Your Dreams & Challenging Traditions""I Couldn’t Get Caught Up In Everything That I Wasn't”
This is what Tanner Swanson, Catching Coach of the New York Yankees told me about his success.
Realizing that there were some “boxes" he knew he would never be able to check, regardless of how much effort he put into them.
Understanding this, he decided to focus on his strengths and become the best version of himself at every level.
This attitude led him directly to a seat at “The Show”, where he walks the clubhouse and smells the fresh cut grass o...2020-08-251h 06Learn For 2 PodcastEpisode 267: "Just Take The Call"Once again, just by putting myself and my story out there, someone has shared an interest in what I'm doing.
2 days ago I had someone reach out to me on Linkedin to take a look at a service they were offering.
It turns out it has some similarities to what I was doing with my new podcast.
While this was technically a sales call, it didn't feel like it. It felt like a collaboration.
And by the end of the call, we were brainstorming how we could benefit each other.
2020-07-3012 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 266: "Time Management Struggles"Sometimes I end up over-committing to things.
I have been doing it all of my life.
I say yes to so many things that it causes me to be all over the place and my focus suffers.
To help with that, I started a 21 day Time Management challenge... and I missed the first day. How is that for irony.
I also hired a coach to help me with these struggles.
Now is the time to get better at my weaknesses.
2020-07-2906 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 265: "Plans Are Overrated"This may sound ridiculous but sometimes plans are overrated.
Like when you spend all day planning and never get anything done, what's the point.
Today I sat down with an Investor builder that has heard the podcast and we are now going to be working together.
I never sat down and said, "I'm going to start this podcast to gain a relationship with an investor/builder".
I just showed up everyday and an opportunity presented itself.
The only plan I had in place was to show up and do...2020-07-2509 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 264: "Risk vs. Reward"Is it worth it?
I often see people take unnecessary risks and I'm not sure why it is that they do it.
When I was a server at a restaurant at the Four Seasons hotel, we always had to write down the order.
We weren't taking a chance that we'd forget something in someone's order just to say that we were able to memorize.
Especially when you have a very simple tool in order to ensure that you got it right.
That exact thing happened to me today, someone t...2020-07-2409 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 263: "Happy 1 Year Anniversary Learn For 2"Happy Anniversary!
1 year ago today I launched the Learn For 2 podcast with 3 pillars and 1 goal in mind.
To document my journey to build an international real estate team.
To learn with the intent to teach to others
To find my voice for those who need it
The 1 goal was to do it 5 days a week.
365 days later I have increased my team from a size of 45 to 180, I have taught people how to create their own podcast, and I have shared vulnerable stories that others needed to hear.
...2020-07-2321 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 262: "The Baader-Meinhof Phenomenon & The DISC Profile"Ever notice when you see or learn something new it starts popping up all over?
That happened to me today.
While I read The Heart Of The Soul and learn how to understand myself more, I get reintroduced to the DISC profile.
Both of which help you understand others better.
But more importantly, they help you understand yourself better.
How you can learn more effectively, what situations you thrive in, and how you communicate with others.
It can be a little nerve-wracking but in the end, can...2020-07-2223 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 261: "Be The Creator Of Your Experiences"It is easy to say that we have the ability to control how we feel about the things that happen to us.
But it is another thing to actually be able to respond by putting that idea into action.
I have been reading the book The Heart Of The Soul recently and it talks about gaining control of your emotions.
It says to quit being a victim of your experiences and start being the creator of your experiences.
Yes... easier said than done.
But this is a skill that...2020-07-2112 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 260: "1,000 Ways To Skin A Cat"I spoke with an agent today about how we run our businesses.
It was a great conversation, mainly because we do it differently.
But the most important thing is that we are doing what works well for "us".
She does things that I don't and I do things that she doesn't. It was an eye-opener to remind me that just because someone does something and is good at it, doesn't mean that it works for everyone.
Find what works for you and ask yourself this...
Do I like doing...2020-07-1814 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 259: "Bigger Isn't Always Better"Today while recording videos for a course, I realized something.
Just because something is bigger, doesn't make it better.
We all have access to all of the information we could ever want.
But most of us, like myself, want that information packaged in a way that it can be useful.
I know there are courses that take days, weeks, and even months to complete.
No doubt there is a ton of information in them, but if you never end up completing it or implementing what is in them... then...2020-07-1712 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 258: "You Can't Handle The Truth... Can You?"Today I received the first edit back from my book.
I read a couple of the comments and I was immediately defensive.
'What do you mean that doesn't make sense?"
The reality is, I chose someone not close to me to edit my book so they could give me accurate feedback.
Not someone that wanted to tell me how great it was so they didn't hurt my feelings.
Initially, I couldn't handle the truth but after I realized it was for my own good...
I understood I...2020-07-1510 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 257: "We Just Want Answers"Quick update about the client who broke up with me.
As well as why we have the need to have explanations to unexplainable things.
When we don't know WHY something happens, we tend to build a narrative that will explain why it did.
Sometimes there is a perfect explanation for it but we can't wait to hear it before we start making up our own theories as to what happened.
And a successful trip to Salt Lake City.2020-07-1415 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 256: "You Win Some, You Lose Some"Today was great!
I got a new agent to fill out an application to join the team and they are very excited to get rolling.
But yesterday was different.
I had a client, the day after showing the houses for the first time text me that they had found a new agent.
I had a couple of ways I could respond.
Get mad and try to talk them back into working with me, keep moving forward and focus on my growth, or pack up shop and quit.
...2020-07-1113 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 255: "Can You Spare 10 Minute?"Our #1 excuse is always, "I don't have time".
Can you spare 10 minutes a day for the next year?
If you can, that will give you 3,650 minutes, which equals 60 hours you can focus on what it is you want to accomplish.
Just that little amount of time can be a huge improvement on yourself.2020-07-1007 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 254: "Collaborate... Collaborate... Dance To The Music"When I first got into real estate I was so excited about the opportunity to collaborate with others that thought like me.
Unfortunately, that wasn't really the case.
Not until about 2 years ago did I get the real opportunity to collaborate.
Now I'm in the process of building something special that we will be able to provide to others to help them succeed.
Finally, I get to collaborate.2020-07-0916 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 253: "How Do You Respond When Things Don't Go As Planned?"Today I was scheduled to do a training class, and although I prepared for it, things just didn't go as planned.
After a 15 minute late start due to technical difficulties, I was playing "catch up" and fell way behind.
Causing me to scramble to put the pieces back together.
I had 3 options:
1) Quit right there.
2) Make a ton of excuses
3) Absorb the hits and battle through, completing the class.
Although I wanted to quit, I didn't.
I did, however, make excuses unfortunately.
2020-07-0815 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 252: "What If..."Every action we take has a significant effect on our future selves.
If I did this differently.
If I did that differently.
Think of some of the most "meaningless" decisions of your life and think of how impacted your life today could.
It's a trip.2020-07-0713 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 251: "Freedom"Today as we celebrate our freedom here in the U.S. I think about the reason most of us got into the real estate industry.
Most of us got into the industry to have freedom.
Freedom in our careers.
Freedom in our personal lives.
Freedom to do what we want to do, when we want to do it.
Freedom to work on and in our business how we see fit.
Freedom to make as much money as we want.
But as we have worked so...2020-07-0513 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 250: "Own Your Mistakes"As you might know, I have completed writing my book and it has been sent off to a new editor.
Last night when I received the contract for their services my name was misspelled not once, but twice.
I corrected the error and sent it back. I had edited the editor.
This morning the editor was so embarrassed but OWNED the mistake while providing solutions to prevent it from happening again.
After owning up to it and offering solutions, I was even more willing to use their services.2020-07-0411 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 249: "Specialized Knowledge"In Napoleon Hill's Think And Grow Rich, he states...
"General knowledge, no matter how great in quantity or variety it may be, is of but little use in the accumulation of money"
I was reminded of this over the past couple of days.
My computer went in to be fixed and the cost will be $430, even though the actual part being changed is only $130.
But because the man with the service repair company possesses a specialized knowledge in a certain field, being an "authorized" servicer, he has the ability to charge...2020-07-0315 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 248: "Not Knowing Our Limits Can Be A Good Thing"Recently I have had major issues with my internet and computers.
I'm not really sure how I have even been able to function with them until this point.
Now that I know what is available, I can't believe what I was actually able to accomplish with such a low level of tools to be used.
It reminds me of the NCAA tournament when young "no-name" teams end up beating some of the perennial big-name colleges, mainly because they don't know that they aren't supposed to be losing to these other teams.
...2020-07-0113 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 247: "Time... We Don't Get It Back"Today I spoke with a friend of mine and asked him about the boat he just got.
He wasn't very excited about it and told me that he didn't really want to get one.
His response was...
"Time"
He told me that it was going to take up a too munch mental real estate worrying about it.
He was excited that he'd be spending all of that time focused on worrying about a boat.2020-06-3014 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 246: "I'd Be Terrible Working An Assembly Line"What I learned about myself today is that I don't operate in a single way.
On one hand, I want to know where we are going before I start following directions. I don't like just being told, "turn left", "turn right", I want to know the destination.
On the other hand, I love to start gathering tools I'll need just based on an idea.
Today I bought 6 domain names based solely on an idea that I have. I don't know the end destination.
The main point is this...
I...2020-06-2712 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 245: "We Don't Condone Those Comments Or Views - A Message From James Stella Of Kaizen Crossfit"A couple of weeks ago there were some very insensitive comments made by CrossFit Founder and Owner, Greg Glassman.
Being a CrossFit affiliate, James Stella was caught off guard and immediately was upset. And rightfully so.
He then reached out to me so that he could get his message out. This was not something that the CrossFit community found acceptable.
James wanted others to know where he and other members of the CrossFit community stood, and that value that they place on inclusivity.
This conversation is raw and came on the...2020-06-2535 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 244: "Sometimes We Overlook The Easiest Solutions"It has been solved!
After 2 weeks of trying to get a video from my phone to the computer, I have successfully figured it out.
It was a very simple fix, that not only myself but others also overlooked.
The good news is... I figured it out.
The bad news is... I feel like an idiot.
The best news is... I learned something valuable.2020-06-2513 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 243: "Abundance Mindset Vs Scarcity Mindset"I met with an agent friend today and we discussed business.
I believe she has an incredible talent and is somewhat undervalued for her unique skillset.
When we spoke about her broker, I realized that she is in an environment of scarcity. He is worried about people stealing her ideas.
He is burning calories and spending valuable energy focusing on NOT sharing ideas and the growth of others, instead of focusing on collaboration, and making others better.
This is very disappointing, especially coming from a person that should be most interested...2020-06-2415 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 242: "You'll Never Be Ready"As I sat and enjoyed a nice Father's Day, I thought about how I really wasn't ready to be a father when I became one.
It reminded me of all of the things I've missed out on because I was waiting to be "ready".
Some of the best things I have in my life today came to me when I wasn't ready.
New job? New career change? Taking on more responsibility?
You will grow even when you are not ready, and really...
It could be your greatest growth ever.2020-06-2310 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 241: "Tapping Out Part 2"2nd verse, same as the first.
Here I highlight the recurring struggles of getting a video from iPhone to my Mac.
Here is a hint...
Still unsuccessful.
I apologize for my venting but the microphone is the only one that will listen to me whine.2020-06-2007 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 240: "I'm Tapping Out"That's it! I've had enough!
I had to call it quits early today, technology gave me the beatdown.
Computer freezing, not being able to upload/download video interviews...
It's been a disaster. I have been watching video after video, taking hours to things that should be taking minutes.
So I'm done, I'm out, hasta la vista, Au revoir...
That is just for the night.
I must reset and get back after it tomorrow.
2020-06-1910 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 239: "How To Build Up Others By Using Leveraged Income"A while ago I decided that I didn't need to read MORE books, I needed to read books MORE.
What I mean by that is that I would shuffle from book to book, just to say that I read them.
But what I really needed to do was get more out of the books I already have.
This is a paragraph from the book I am reading for the 3rd time while reinforcing the message with an audiobook.
This paragraph comes from "Building An Empire" by Brian Carruthers.
I...2020-06-1810 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 238: "Upgrade Your Teachability Index"I attended a class today, something that is not out of the ordinary for me as I try to get into as many classes as I can.
But what I found out today kind of surprised me.
A self-assessed test told me that I had a Teachability Index score of 42 out of 100.
That is terrible!
For someone who is always trying to be a student, I realized I wasn't a great one.
The good news is that there is always room to improve.2020-06-1712 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 237: "Just Solving Problems"As an entrepreneur, the #1 thing I do, is solve problems.
That is what I've been doing for the last 3 days.
It is like de ja vu, solving problem after problem to get desired results.
Sometimes you don't solve the problem on the first try, or even at all.
But continuing to work toward solving that problem will no doubt get you closer to your goals.2020-06-1609 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 236: "How Quickly Priorities Can Change"Today I got some news that a real estate deal that I have going on is in jeopardy of not closing, due to a low appraisal.
That seemed to be very significant and was weighing on my mind.
That is... until I received a message from my neighbor asking if I could talk outside real quick.
As we started talking, she told me about an older man that was just outside that was apparently filming the kids on his phone.
Now my attention was changed.
A lost deal was c...2020-06-1313 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 235: "Offer Solutions Instead Of Slights"Today I was on a chat with both Godaddy and Namecheap.
Both companies in which I have hosted domains.
Most everyone has heard of Godaddy, while I am sure not as many have heard of Namecheap.
This could be a David vs Goliath type situation.
Godaddy has no doubt been everywhere including NASCAR and The Superbowl.
It is a household name among anyone wanting to name their website.
How could anyone ever compete with them?
I will tell you how, by solving problems and treating p...2020-06-1217 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 234: "Looking To Upgrade Or Remodel - Eyal From Better Place Construcion"With a successful finance career in Israel, Eyal decided he'd like to move to the states.
Once here he and his partner started buying homes and flipping them.
When they first started, they were contracting the work out to other construction companies.
After realizing that they weren't satisfied with the quality of work that was being performed, they decided it was only appropriate for them to be in charge of the rehabs as well.
So they decided to create a construction company that would handle all of the repairs.
...2020-06-1025 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 233: "Multi-tasking Is Overrated & Inefficient"Multitasking is overrated and inefficient...
At least for me.
I have been lacking in productivity, mainly due to a lack of focus.
I'm not sure about you, but trying to multitask has left me further from my goals than I'd care to admit.
It is time to get laser focused.2020-06-1012 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 232: "It's Better To Have And Not Need, Than Need And Not Have"Today I talk about the time my dad wouldn't let me take my swimsuit to my cousin's house and how I made my son take his with us yesterday, even though we weren't necessarily swimming.
I just wanted him to be able to go swimming if the opportunity should present itself.
It reminded me of why this podcast is for more than just me.
It is a platform for those who need to share their voice?2020-06-0910 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 231: "Why Solving Problems TOGETHER Is So Important"Today I spoke with a home inspector about his findings on a listing I just sold.
I asked him how he did a couple things and he was instantly on the defensive.
Keep in mind I wasn't questioning his quality of work, I was just looking for more information so that I could come to a more clear conclusion and do so quickly.
I will give him the benefit of the doubt because I did introduce myself as the "Other" agent on a house that he just inspected.
No one ever...2020-06-0620 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 230: "Mojave Brewing Company - Having A Chat And A Pint"“This is why we created this brewery, to see families like yours enjoying themselves”
This is what Mark, a patron, with his family and dog heard while sitting on the patio.
Griff, one of the owners said this to him, explaining WHY he and Nate built Mojave Brewing Company this way.
After they had both ended their successful teaching careers, Nate and Griff decided it was time to pursue their passion.
So they had a vision of what the perfect brewery would be. One that could have families, dogs, and people spen...2020-06-0542 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 229: "Earthquakes And Editing"As my videographer and I were putting in some final edits, we both got dizzy, looked at each other and said...
"Was that an earthquake?"
Short answer.
Sure was.
It brought me back to a time when I had experienced my first earthquake and had no idea what to do.
After we moved on from that slight delay we got back at creating value for an awesome local business.
The video is done and will be out soon.2020-06-0413 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 228: "What Were You Going To Do Today?"What Were You Going To Do Today?
This is what my friend asked me today as we sat on his couch.
He asked me half-jokingly because he knew I wasn't getting anything done today.
He had called me a few hours earlier asking me to come to pick him up.
On that phone call he said...
"Can you come to my house, I might need a ride to the hospital too. I have blood on my forehead".
I told him I'd be on my way and hung...2020-06-0314 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 227: "What vs. Why"In Simon Sinek's book, "Start WIth Why" he explains that people don't buy WHAT you do, they buy WHY you do it.
He also says, "without WHY, any attempt at authenticity will almost always be inauthentic".
This explains that the WHAT is just the vehicle in which we deliver our WHY.
For real estate agents the WHAT is selling homes. The WHY might be to help families realize their dream of homeownership.
For someone going to the gym, the WHAT is the exercise. The WHY could be that their father died...2020-06-0214 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 226: "Just Keep Moving"I know we always want to keep it positive and say, "keep moving forward".
Well, sometimes just moving is good enough.
Didn't get to everything on your "to-do" list? If you got to some of it you can still consider yourself productive.
As long as you showed up and kept moving, you are still being productive.
This week was kind of blah for me.
I didn't get as much done as I wanted, but I got enough done to keep the momentum.
When you stop completely is...2020-05-3009 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 225: "I'm Not Your Hero""I'm not your hero...
Nor should I try to be.
Yet, we are constantly trying to be the hero for others, when the reality is, they are the hero.
We just need to be their guide.
My overall goal is to connect people with the things that I think will make them successful, regardless of what it is they are trying to do.
If they are looking for a good beer, I tell them about a brewery I like. If they want to join a gym, I tell them...2020-05-2911 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 224: "Why Overcomplicate Things, Just Use A Disney® Mic"One of the most common questions I get during my podcast class is this:
Should I order a mic to start my podcast?
My answer is always this…
Will not having a mic prevent you from starting your podcast?
If your answer is “yes”, then my answer is “no”.
Just get it started.
To prove that point, I went onto OfferUp and looked for a USB microphone.
There happened to be one for sale for $5, and it happened to say, “Disney” on it.
Perfect!
2020-05-2808 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 223: "Sometimes, I'm Just Overwhelmed"Sometimes, I'm Just Overwhelmed.
Anf Yo know what?
That is perfectly fine.
Even though I have ton of great things going on right now, it feels like I'm trying to put together a beautiful puzzle, but I can't find any corner or edge pieces.
Although I feel overwhelmed, I know that I am working toward something special, and that continues to drive me2020-05-2712 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 222: "It's Time To Cut Bait"Sometimes we hold on to things too long.
When we have invested time, money, or both, we feel an obligation to see it out.
But what if it would be more beneficial to us to move along?
That is the type of hard decisions that have to be made in order to continue to succeed.
2020-05-2611 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 221: “Slow Down And Appreciate What Is Already There”What have I been missing while I’ve been going 100 MPH? Have I missed important connections with my kids, is my life going too fast to recognize what I already have.2020-05-2305 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 220: "Contribute Without Expectation. It Is Liberating"It is so tiring to want to be compensated for every single action you take.
Try to give without expectation and you will be surprised at what might happen.2020-05-2211 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 219: With Patti Sampson - "How To Revive Your Database With Consistency & Compelling Content, Turning OLD Into GOLD"Before you start looking for a way to generate more leads, because I know you are wanting to.
It might be a better idea to clean up your existing leads and feed them what they need.
Do you think your current leads aren't any good because no one is responding to you?
The better question...
What are you sending them and how often?
Is your database even opening your emails or messages?
If you can't get them to open your message, how will you ever be able...2020-05-2146 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 218: "How Are You Being Received?"Many times we have certain intentions, but sometimes the way they are received is much different.
I had a conversation today that I received as negative, and I'm not sure it is. It was just how I received it.
In addition to how are comments perceived, we can also make snap judgments based on the information we have about someone.
This can be based on something as simple as a title they hold.
Just by knowing this, our conversation can be derailed and never get deep into conversation with an opportunity...2020-05-2013 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 217: "I Did Everything Right And Still Failed"I lost a listing today and it reminded me of a sports bet I made years ago.
After seeing Alex Rodriguez, A-Rod out until at least 4:30 am, in a city different than the one he was playing in later that day I decided to make a bet.
He played as well as I predicted but the outcome wasn't as I'd hoped.2020-05-1913 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 216: "My Trip To Chicago With Jimmy"I'm not talking real estate.
I'm not talking life lessons.
Just a story about my trip to Chicago when I was growing up.
A night in the best hotel I've ever stayed in, and a night in the worst hotel I've ever stayed in.
A day where I stood in an almost empty Wrigley field.
This is a story of when a family friend took my on a journey through Chicago that I'll never forget. 2020-05-1616 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 215: "Local Business Owner Chris Banakas Of 3rd Eye Printworx"As I have been interviewing business owners recently, I realized they all had 1 thing in common.
They were ALL established business owners, so I thought I'd change things up a bit.
Chris Banakas launched his print business on February 28th of this year, just before the stay at home lockdown from Covid-19.
He shares, not how to save your business during this time, but how to start your business during this time.
You can hear his positivity and gratitude shine through in this episode.
It takes this type of m...2020-05-1540 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 214: "Here Comes Your Ego Again"Ego is a funny thing.
It's not always what we think it is.
Sometimes it comes in the form of bragging about ourselves, other times it comes in the form of the need to BE right, instead of getting it right.
In my case right now, it comes in the form of what someone thinks my intentions are.
I know we usually want to act tough and say, "I don't care what people think".
But that's a lie.
Human nature has us care what people think.
2020-05-1422 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 213: "You Gave Me Permission To Be My Authentic Self"One of the best things about teaching people to do a podcast is when they actually launch their own.
But something else that is even more exciting to me, is when they decide they can be themselves.
They don't have to be this perfect version for everyone else to see.
One of the agents I taught to do a podcast, Julie Baker just launched her podcast called Positive Identity yesterday.
Although that made me very proud, there was something else that made me feel incredibly good.
After listening to...2020-05-1315 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 212: "Paul Backofen, Financial Advisor - Westpac Wealth Partners"Taking control of your finances and investing doesn't mean having to invest 10's of thousands of dollars.
You can start today, with a monetary amount that you are comfortable working with.
Paul tells us about how he can get you to start paying yourself first, and get set up for long term gains.
Whether you are wanting to get a college fund going for your kids, build a retirement income, or be able to buy a boat and sail the world.
Paul can get with you and layout a success plan...2020-05-1235 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 211: "Agility""Agility"
Just over 2 years ago I watched Glenn Sanford share his vision from the stage at the Shareholder Summit, here in Las Vegas.
When he finished, I patiently waited for him to emerge from backstage because I needed to pick his brain.
I had to ask him 2 questions:
1. How many books a year do you read?
2. What book are you reading right now?
The book he told me that he was reading was, “Agility”.
Or formally titled “Agility: How to Navigate the Unknown and Seize Opportunity in a W...2020-05-0920 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 210: "The Great American Pub - John Domenico & Chris Scarpulla"Owning and running a sports bar his pretty much the envy of every man.
But sometimes it isn't all that it is cracked up to be.
Like for instance, right now, when you can't be open to serve your regulars and hear their stories.
Sometimes, you have to adjust and shift your business model, do things you hadn't planned on doing.
Like curbside pick... which I did today by the way.
...and yes, I got the Philly.
John and Chris talk about these changes and what the...2020-05-0823 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 209: "Everyone Has A Plan Until You Get Punched in The Mouth -Mike Tyson"I thought it would be easier than this... I was wrong.
When I set out to interview local business owners. the idea was simple.
Get people to know who they are, through their own words. Then get that message out for the community to hear.
I capped the number of interviews to start with at 10 because I was a little hesitant about the logistics of getting an interview out for everyone that wanted one.
After the first interview, I was already a day behind on what I was trying to do...2020-05-0710 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 208: "Local Business Owner James Stella Of Kaizen Crossfit"We talk about how Covid-19 is affecting his business, the changes he as made, and the changes that will be made for future success.
James talks about ideas that can be implemented to benefit both the business and the members of the gym.
We also discuss the importance of staying healthy during this time, and how exercise can contribute to your mental health.
To learn more about Kaizen Crossfit or to donate to the GoFundMe page that supports their coaches and costs associated with keeping their doors open, see the links below:
2020-05-0537 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 207: "Why Your Ego Is Destroying Your Growth"This post was in a Facebook Group I belong to this morning:
"Whats your (nice) response to realtors when they try to recruit you?r (nice) response to realtors when they try to recruit you?”
I was blown away by the majority of the responses that came in the comments.
The post couldn’t have been more timely.
I shared this story with you last week about the "3 main components of opportunity”.
The reason that I was so blown away, is because many of the comments were dismissing the messag...2020-05-0513 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 206: "My First Taste Of Entrepreneurship"Happy Friday everyone.
In this episode I wax nostalgic about the first time I really felt like an entrepreneur.
It his kind of fitting that it happened to be around sports betting, since I live in Las Vegas.2020-05-0218 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 205: "It's Time To Get To Know Local Businesses"The very first podcast I started was called Summerlin Advice Givers®.
I interviewed local business owner, entrepreneurs, and thought-leaders here in Summerlin, a community in Las Vegas.
This podcast has gone away from that and I have only been sprinkling interviews in, here and there.
So I decided that for at least the next 2 weeks, I am going to try and get as many local businesses interviewed as possible.
I'm not sure what that is going to look like, but I hope you'll come along for the ride.2020-05-0111 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 204: "Get More Focused On Your Value"As we try to articulate our value to others, the message often gets blurred.
Not that our value proposition isn’t any good, it’s just that people get confused when we offer them “everything” at once.
As Russell Brunson says, “A confused mind always says no”
Try simplifying each message to focus on 1 aspect of your business at a time.2020-04-3014 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 203: "You Are Doing Better Than You Think You Are"Yesterday, as I was talking about the car accidents that Eva and I had been in, in just over a year, my brother-in-law had just been run off the road and hit a tree.
His face would hit the windshield, and lucky for all of us, he would only suffer some stitches, bruises and a concussion.
I saw photos of the car...
It could have been way worse.
But after I heard about what happened, I started some self-reflection.
I started to ask myself, "if I went now, would...2020-04-2916 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 202: "Stop Wasting Time Worrying"I was reminded today of the amount of time we spend worrying about things that may never happen.
This unnecessary stress could prove to be costly.
We must remind ourselves that many of the struggles we face, will end up only being small blips on the timelines of our lives.2020-04-2814 min
For Entrepreneurs By Entrepreneurs w/ Eric Verdi002 | Brandon DeVere | How to Start a Podcast from ScratchBrandon DeVere host of the Learn for 2 Podcast joins For Entrepreneurs By Entrepreneurs this week to give you the blue print and steps to starting your own Podcast.
Truth be told I had Brandon join us prior to releasing Episode 001 because I had NO CLUE where to start. I, literally, followed Brandon's advice laid out in this episode and within an hour had the first episode released.
If you have a Story to tell and EVER wanted to start a Podcast, then you need to listen to this episode and Follow Brandon's advice.
2020-04-2440 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 201: "Look At The Model, Not The Company"After yesterday's episode with Brent Gove are started thinking about his comment about looking at the "model" instead of the "company".
There is no doubt that the company I work for gets it's fair share of negativity, ant some of it is warranted.
The real challenge is that the people who could have benefited most from it, might be "passing" on the opportunity because of the way they were originally approached.
This, in my opinion is is the biggest downside.
For those that are worried about building a business that includes g...2020-04-2421 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 200: "Come From A Place Of Contribution - With Brent Gove"Here it is. Episode #200
“You Need To Start Coming From A Place Of Contribution”
While I sat in a crowd of 1,000+ people conference in Dallas in March of 2019, I felt as if I were the only one in the room.
As Brent Gove was speaking these words from the stage, I couldn’t help but feel that he was speaking directly to me.
It really couldn’t have come at a better time, this was something I needed to hear.
At the time, I was focused on building my Internati...2020-04-2446 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 199: "Action Over Feelings"Today I heard this quote by Brian Covey...
"Action Over Feelings"
What he was saying was that, regardless of how you are feeling, there is only one thing you need to do right now. And that is to...
Take Action.
In order for any other steps, tasks, or goals to be completed, it must first start with action
This reminded me of my first Ragnar Trail race I competed in.
When I decided that I would train for this run I was completely out of shape and...2020-04-2312 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 198: "At Least Do A Little Planning"You've likely heard me say, "Done is better than Perfect".
While I do believe that 100%, I also don't believe that you just head into something blindly either.
Sure, having something complete is better than not having it complete, but I feel there is a point where you have to plan it out at least a little.
For instance, if I wanted to start a podcast and had no idea how to do it, I might think all I need is a microphone.
In reality, I will need a microphone, plus something...2020-04-2212 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 197: "Keep Learning, Keep Testing"I'm still on a "Leadership High" after that interview with Nick McLean.
I have been constantly thinking of the ways that people have the ability to lead.
Some big, some small.
And the ability to lead can involve you leading yourself.
Today Eva, took a chance on something, something that is way out of her comfort zone.
But, she took a chance, one that she would typically not bother with.
To say that I am proud of her for this risk that she has taken on would...2020-04-2114 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 196: "Interview Series - Nick McLean Of Nick McLean Real Estate Group Talks Leadership"lead·er·ship
/ˈlēdərˌSHip/
-the action of leading a group of people or an organization.
Nick McLean, Founder and Owner of the Nick McLean Real Estate Group sits down with me to discuss what leadership means to him.
What does leadership look like?
Many times we think leadership is about perfection, drive, motivation, and discipline.
Confusing actual leadership with some overwhelming concept that only few a have been chosen to undertake.
Believing it is some unreachable phenomenon, that you must be born with.2020-04-171h 30Learn For 2 PodcastEpisode 195: "Leadership & Contribution"Today I was taught that leadership doesn't have to be a massive event.
It can be something as simple as reminding someone to stick to their routine.
It can be getting someone just to the next step, it doesn't have to be putting someone on a whole new path.
Also, I was notified by one of the agents that has taken my challenge to get a podcast up and running that she has her first episode up and live.
She told me by saying, "OMG! I've got a Podcast on Spotify!"2020-04-1712 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 194: "Interview Series With Brody Saunders - Founder And CEO Of IdealEstate"Today I sit down with founder and CEO of IdealEstate, Brody Saunders
A platform for real estate agents and consumers to connect and cultivate meaningful relationships.
Brody shares with us why IdealEstate was born and how it is meant to be used, as well as some exciting things that are coming up.
To learn more about IdealEstate visit: https://www.idealestate.co
To contact Brody directly call him at: 801-550-3424 2020-04-1535 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 193: "Is The Growth Of Your Business Geographically Restricted"“Cut the Cord"
I have been working on a goal for the last year and a half.
That goal, is to not be geographically tied to where and how I make a living.
I don’t want to be forced to move somewhere I don’t want to live in order to take a new job.
I don’t want to be forced to stay somewhere I don’t want to live to keep a job.
I want the freedom to choose both.
Where I work and where I li...2020-04-1514 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 192: "Are You A Sell-Out?"Are you a sell-out?
Sometimes when we aren't getting the results we want, as fast as we want, we sometimes think of compromising our ethics, morals, or beliefs to expedite our success.
You'll have to ask yourself if you ok to trade that you believe in for quicker success.
I have been there before, and to be honest, I have been feeling that way a bit lately.
I am building something incredible, the problem is, it isn't being built as fast as I'd like it to be.
When I...2020-04-1417 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 191: "Interview With Author & Life Coach Wayne Sutton"Today I sit down with Author, Coach, Real Estate Agent, and Master of Multiple Revenue Services, Wayne Sutton.
He gives us some great insight on mindset and how duplication is everything when it comes to growing a business.
He also tells us about how vital his newest book, "Side Hustle" has been to his recent success.
What an incredible interview this was, with some incredible nuggets.
But the one that stands out most is... clarity.
We must become crystal clear on what your business's message is.
As h...2020-04-1053 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 190: "Why I Publish Daily"Hearing the word "publish" can be kind of intimidating.
When we think of it, it seems like this long drawn out process, but but publishing has never been easier.
It can be an article, video, podcast, post on a social media site, etc.
It is basically just getting your thoughts out there for someone to consume and get to know you.
I have 3 appointments today because I have focused on publishing, getting people to know who I am.
So start publishing and let people know who you are. You...2020-04-0913 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 189: "I Need Some Motivation "For the 2nd time this week, I'm getting poor productivity.
I'm not depressed, down, or angry... just kind of blah.
It is ok though, I will get through this, we all will.
Just a wave for now, and on the other side awaits a wave in a positive direction.
None of us are perfect and we don't have always have perfect days.
Understanding this is both humbling and helpful.
Although this week has been a struggle, all it takes to get restarted is a little motivation.2020-04-0909 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 188: "Go Teach Somebody Today"Today I was doing a follow up to my podcast class.
As I spent 90 minutes teaching and collaborating, I remembered why I am so passionate about teaching others.
When you teach others, not only do you get to give something of value and get to learn again, but you have new ideas that spark while you are sharing your knowledge.2020-04-0815 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 187: "A Bad Workout Is Better Than No Workout"I didn't have the greatest day today and questioned what I am even doing. It reminded me of this story:
Just over 3 weeks ago I made a commitment to my family and myself.
After slowly “letting myself go”, AGAIN.
It was decided that I would commit for the next 7 weeks to a Crossfit challenge that would test my physical and mental limits and discipline.
During this challenge I head to the Kaizen Crossfit gym, or in Crossfit terms, the “box” 3 days a week to train in a small coach led class.
The...2020-04-0715 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 186: "Simplify Your Message"Sometimes the reason our message can be misconstrued is because, we don't share the same knowledge as the person we are speaking too.
When we can understand the Bank Of Prior Knowledge (BOPK) of the person we are delivering our message to we have an increasingly better ability to get our message across.
If you start at a point that they do not have any experience or knowledge in, how can you expect them to follow along and understand as you progress further.
So start by simplifying your message and understand the BOPK o...2020-04-0414 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 185: "Free Training, Come Get It"Got a short one today.
Get to spend some time with the family.
Let me know if you want some free training, we got it.2020-04-0305 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 184: "The Internet... A Blessing And A Curse"The ability to connect with each other across the world is nothing short of amazing.
The downside, can be when you are completely reliant on it to perform your tasks.
When my computer froze today during a podcast class, I had to do some damage control.
I was bound by the chains of the internet speed. It was too slow for me.
After it finally caught up, life went on as normal. Sometimes...
The internet is both a blessing and a curse.2020-04-0206 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 183: "Why Traditions Are Hurting Your Business"What traditions do you have?
Do you know why you have them?
Are they helping you?
Are they hurting you?
Although yo may have certain traditions, you may want to re-evaluate them
Just because they are tradition doesn't mean they are helping.2020-04-0113 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 182: "When You Become Comfortable, You Can Become Careless"The more we do a certain thing the more comfortable we become.
The challenge is, the more comfortable we become. the more likely we are to overlook something and make an error.
Kind of seems strange doesn't it? The more you do something and the more comfortable you get, the more likely you are to make a mistake?
That is because we no longer take all of the precautions necessary.
This happened to me last week. During a very important and serious interview, I overlooked one of the essential parts of...2020-03-3109 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 181: "Depression Part 2 - Change Or Die With Scott Mendell"Today's episode is part 2 of the interview that I had with Scott Mendell about depression and suicide. The first episode he got a little deep little dark where he was talking about how he suffered from depression and also how thoughts of suicide went through his head.
In this episode we're going to go a little bit more onto the ideas that he has and the, the tips and tricks that he's used to battle depression and overcome and dig himself out of those dark places as well as talking about how people should feel that aren't dir...2020-03-2743 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 180: "Depression Part 1 - I Wanted To Die"“Depression”
It can be a dark, lonely place that isolates you from everything you have ever cared about, rendering you unrecognizable.
Making it feel like there is no way out, no end in sight.
It can leave you paralyzed on your couch, staring up at the rafters above, looking for the “strong points”.
The ones strong enough to support your rapidly falling body, without crashing in.
Because the last thing you want is to fail, and have the ceiling fall in.
Crushing you but not finishing the job, for...2020-03-2744 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 179: "Tiger King"The older I get the more I realize the incredible ways that one can make a living.
The last couple of days I watched the document that everyone has been talking about recently.
Tiger King.
I'm always fascinated by the number of ways to make an income. There are jobs out there that I never knew were available. This is one of them.
The story involved is a crazy one, and if you get a chance to watch it, I highly recommend you do.2020-03-2612 minLearn For 2 PodcastEpisode 020: "The Connection"About a month ago weeks ago I decided to start this podcast.
Yesterday I noticed today that after 19 episodes I have 101 total downloads, minus how many times I downloaded my own episodes to hear how they sound.
Not bad right?
Well, if you are an avid podcast listener, you will know that statistically speaking, not only is this NOT good, it’s borderline pathetic.
For example Joe Rogan averages about 3 Million downloads per episode.
So that should put me around 57 Million downloads for my 19 episodes.
Unfortunately I have co...2019-08-1508 min
The 1% JourneyEpisode 022: "Hi, I'm Brandon, And I'm An Alcoholic"“Hi, I’m Brandon, and I’m an Alcoholic”
What if I woke up every single morning and told myself that to start the day?
How many times would I have to repeat that to myself before it actually came true?
This came up during an interview I was conducting recently.
My guests Kristine Modzelewskii and Kim Advent shared the ideas and philosophies they use at Avanti Wellness/CMI, an addiction and depression treatment facility in Argentina.
We discussed some alternative methods to treat depression and addiction that aren’t typically used in the t...2019-06-2603 minThe 1% JourneyEpisode 015: “Is this what I signed up for?”“Is this what I signed up for?”
Just over 3 weeks ago I made a commitment to my family and myself.
After slowly “letting myself go”, AGAIN.
It was decided that I would commit for the next 7 weeks to a Crossfit challenge that would test my physical and mental limits and discipline.
During this challenge I head to the Kaizen Crossfit gym, or in Crossfit terms, the “box” 3 days a week to train in a small coach led class.
The workout of the day or WOD is released daily so I am never aware of what I’m walking into until I show up, I l...2018-12-1603 minThe 1% JourneyEpisode: 003 "Follow Up to Pedroia"Yeah, WOW…
Yesterday’s post https://bit.ly/2pDChss, probably got some people thinking…
“Is Brandon ok? He just brought some shit up from like, 20 years ago”.
To which I assure you, I am good, better than good actually.
But I get it, that wasn’t the type of thing that people, especially those who know me well, are used to hearing from me.
I admit, that is my fault. I have never been great about opening up and sharing any emotion other than laughter.
Well, that’s not entirely true. When I was 5 years old my mom would start a bath for me...2018-12-0303 minThe 1% JourneyEpisode: 001 "Intro:Welcome to the 1% Journey.
Hi my name is Brandon DeVere and I will be telling stories.
My goal for this podcast it to share daily stories on my journey to become 1% better everyday over 4 main categories
Mind. Body. Business. Relationships
This podcast is for me to document my growth on this journey.
But more importantly, it is to share it with others.
In hopes that they too will be inspired and maybe, even one day share stories of their own.
That inspire others
You never know who might need it.
If I can share 1 story that helps 1 person, overcome a...2018-12-0101 min