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Be Fabbo Podcast - Mindset-Motivation-Momentum to Thrive in Business and LifeWhy Growth Feels Hard—And Why It’s Always Worth ItIn Episode 109 of the Be Fabbo Podcast, host Bobbi Brinkman is getting honest about something every entrepreneur, leader, and dream chaser will face: growth is hard. But it’s also the very thing that leads to clarity, confidence, and the life you’re working toward. Here's the breakdown in this empowering episode:✅ Why growth feels uncomfortable and uncertain✅ How to stop resisting the stretch and start embracing it✅ 3 hard truths that will reframe the way you grow If you’re in a season of challenge, discomfort, or transformation...2025-05-2026 min
The Brinkman ReportEpisode 12: Multifamily Assessments Down 25%? What to Expect from 2025 Property TaxesIn this episode of the Brinkman Report, host Kevin Brinkman is joined by Matt Poling, a principal at Ryan, to explore the intricacies of property tax assessments in Colorado and the Mountain States ahead of the May 1 deadline. Matt explains Colorado’s biannual reassessment process, the impact of 2023’s sharp rise in single-family home values, and what to expect for multifamily properties, which could see a 15% to 25% decrease in assessed values in some counties. The conversation covers how assessment ratios and mill levies influence tax bills, the importance of timely appeals, and the broader market performance of office, retail, and...2025-04-3033 min
The Brinkman ReportEpisode 11: The Long Game - Investing Through Market CyclesIn this episode of The Brinkman Report, host Kevin Brinkman and guest Chris Nebenzahl discuss the multifamily rental market’s current trends, including a supply-demand imbalance, rising interest rates, and cautious investor sentiment. While supply has outpaced typical absorption levels, strong demand and a pullback in new construction suggest stabilization ahead. They also explore challenges in cap rate compression, extended investment timelines, and highlight resilient markets like Denver and Boise. The episode closes with a look at the national housing shortage, emphasizing continued rental demand as homeownership remains out of reach for many.2025-04-0236 min
Be Fabbo Podcast - Mindset-Motivation-Momentum to Thrive in Business and LifeBeyond Social Media Quotes: Why Kindness Still Creates Impact in Business & LifeThrough this enlightening episode 104, "Beyond Social Media Quotes: Why Kindness Still Creates Impact in Business & Life," Bobbi explores the powerful impact genuine acts of kindness can have on leadership, business success, and personal growth. During a recent roundtable Bobbi was facilitating with women entrepreneurs, Bobbi encountered the belief that kindness may have become just another social media trend. Drawing from a poignant story of a small business owner whose fortunes were transformed by a single act of social media kindness, Bobbi emphasizes how kindness remains a fundamental strategy for building thriving businesses and meaningful connections. Listeners are e...2025-03-0423 min
The Brinkman ReportEpisode 10: Supply Surges to Rent Recovery - A Deep Dive into Multifamily DynamicsIn this episode of the Brinkman Report, host Kevin Brinkman, along with COO Dan Metzger and CFO Peter Yoo, explores the state of the multifamily market, particularly in the Mountain West. They discuss the sharp decline in new apartment starts following a peak in 2023, its impact on supply and demand, and regional rent growth trends—highlighting Boise and Missoula’s positive outlook versus Salt Lake City’s oversupply challenges. The conversation covers tenant retention strategies, labor market difficulties, and the insurance and financing landscape, where agency lenders offer competitive terms. They conclude with a stable outlook on interest rates, emphas...2025-02-2830 min
Be Fabbo Podcast - Mindset-Motivation-Momentum to Thrive in Business and LifeReady Is a Feeling, Not a ChoiceIn this episode "Ready Is a Feeling, Not a Choice" of the "Be Fabbo Podcast: Mindset-Motivation-Momentum to Thrive in Business and Life," host Bobbi Brinkman talks about the common struggle of feeling unprepared and highlights how the myth of readiness can hold you back from achieving your full potential. Through the inspiring case study of Katie, a college basketball player aspiring to go pro, Bobbi illustrates how embracing opportunities before feeling ready can lead to significant growth. Explore why fear and self-doubt often trick our brains into believing we're not ready and learn strategies to overcome these barriers. Discover...2025-01-2128 min
Be Fabbo Podcast - Mindset-Motivation-Momentum to Thrive in Business and LifeMindset Shift-Unlock the Power of 'And' for Business and Life SuccessIn this enlightening episode, Mindset Shift-Unlock the Power of 'And' for Business and Life Success of the Be Fabbo Podcast, host Bobbi Brinkman takes listeners on a transformative journey, exploring the profound potential of embracing the powerful word 'And' for both business and life success. Dive into Episode 101 to discover how shifting from an 'either/or' mindset to one that incorporates 'And' can unlock a world of possibilities and help break free from limiting beliefs. Bobbi shares an inspiring case study featuring Maria, a creative entrepreneur and mom who found harmony and success by integrating both family and business...2025-01-0727 min
Be Fabbo Podcast - Mindset-Motivation-Momentum to Thrive in Business and LifeBecome Comfortable with Unfinished Stories Embrace the Journey and Prepare for a New YearIn this milestone 100th episode of the Be Fabbo Podcast, host Bobbi Brinkman reflects on the journey and encourages listeners to embrace "Becoming Comfortable with Unfinished Stories." Dive deep into personal and professional growth thoughts as we prepare for the new year. Bobbi shares insights on the challenges and beauty of leaving some projects unfinished, reminding creative entrepreneurs that not every story needs closure to be impactful. Explore topics like mindset, adaptability, and the value of celebrating progress over perfection. Bobbi opens up about her personal journey, including living with dyslexia and a stutter, while inspiring others to embrace...2024-12-2326 min
The Brinkman ReportEpisode 8: Optimism for Multifamily in 2025 - Expert Insights from Marcus & MillichapIn this episode of The Brinkman Report, Kevin Brinkman interviews John Chang, National Director of Research and Advisory Services at Marcus & Millichap, about the multifamily real estate market. They explore how interest rates and economic conditions are shaping supply, demand, and transaction dynamics. Chang notes a slowdown in new construction, particularly in secondary and tertiary markets, due to rising costs and high interest rates, which may lead to upward pressure on rents. While transaction activity has dipped since the 2021-2022 peak, significant capital remains poised for a resurgence if interest rates stabilize. Discussing potential recession risks, Chang expresses cautious...2024-12-1741 min
Be Fabbo Podcast - Mindset-Motivation-Momentum to Thrive in Business and LifeThe Power and Mindset Shift Behind “What If”In episode 99 of the Be Fabbo Podcast, host Bobbi Brinkman explores the transformative power of the simple, profound, two-word question, "What If." This episode dives deep into how these words can shift mindsets, expand possibilities, and lead creative entrepreneurs to personal and business growth. Bobbi shares personal anecdotes and practical tips to help listeners embrace the unknown, challenge comfort zones, and turn doubts into opportunities. Discover how asking "What If" with intention can break self-imposed barriers, inspire innovation, and guide you toward success. Tune in to learn how to reframe fears, visualize best-case scenarios, and celebrate small wins as...2024-12-0922 min
Be Fabbo Podcast - Mindset-Motivation-Momentum to Thrive in Business and LifeIt's Not What You're Capable Of, It's What You're Willing To DoIn episode 98 of the Be Fabbo Podcast, host Bobbi Brinkman discusses the true essence of success for creative entrepreneurs. This empowering episode emphasizes the importance of willingness to take action over mere capability. Bobbi candidly shares her journey of finding harmony over balancing full-time caregiving, personal health, and professional obligations while preparing for exciting changes in the podcast from episode 100 onwards. Listeners will gain insight into the mindset shifts necessary for overcoming self-doubt and limiting beliefs. Bobbi stresses the importance of defining success beyond just financial gains, focusing on freedom, impact, relationships, and legacy. Reflective questions encourage listeners t...2024-09-1730 min
The Brinkman ReportEpisode 1: The State of Intermountain MultifamilyKevin Brinkman welcomes Brinkman Real Estate's COO, Dan Metzger, to talk about what we can expect in the short- and mid-term in multifamily investing. They identify where we are in the cycle and why now is the time to be buying. Dan provides candid feedback on how new supply and inflation are affecting tenants, and how new legislation is affecting the industry.2024-05-0725 min
Be Fabbo Podcast - Mindset-Motivation-Momentum to Thrive in Business and LifeAdopting a Problem-Solving Mindset to Address Customer Pain PointsIn this episode of the Be Fabbo Podcast, host Bobbi Brinkman discusses the importance of cultivating a problem-solving mindset for entrepreneurial success. Using case study examples and insights, the episode highlights the transformative impact of understanding and addressing customer pain points, customizing solutions, and leveraging client feedback.The episode features a compelling case study of Sarah, a visionary wedding planner who redefined the client experience by developing a curated vendor list and piloting an innovative process to streamline event planning for out-of-town clients. Sarah's proactive approach led to a significant increase in bookings and established her as...2024-04-2946 min
Be Fabbo Podcast - Mindset-Motivation-Momentum to Thrive in Business and LifeFocus & Action The Dynamic Duo for TransformationTitle: Focus & Action: The Dynamic Duo for TransformationIn episode 95 of the Be Fabbo Podcast, Host Bobbi Brinkman shares insights into the transformative power of focus and action for creative entrepreneurs, leaders, and women in sports. From overcoming personal challenges to achieving professional success, this episode is a compelling guide to harnessing the dynamic duo of focus and action for effective business and personal growth.Key Takeaways:- The critical role of mindset in propelling individuals towards their goals and the importance of overcoming negative beliefs.- There is a need to shift...2024-04-1740 min
Be Fabbo Podcast - Mindset-Motivation-Momentum to Thrive in Business and Life94: Design Your Success: Building a Life and Business That Feels Right, On PurposeWelcome to the Be Fabbo Podcast, in this inspiring episode of "Design Your Success: Building a Life and Business That Feels Right, On Purpose," host Bobbi Brinkman shares valuable insights on cultivating a purpose-driven mindset for both personal and professional success for entrepreneurs, leaders and women in sports. From the importance of gratitude and intentional learning to crafting a purpose-aligned business and prioritizing self-care, Bobbi equips listeners with practical strategies for achieving fulfillment and impact. Tune in to explore the transformative power of purpose, mindset, and actionable tips and inspiring real-world examples that will empower you to design your o...2024-04-0259 min
Be Fabbo Podcast - Mindset-Motivation-Momentum to Thrive in Business and Life91: Impact Success, Lead, and Inspire: The Power in Knowing You're EnoughIn this episode of the Be Fabbo podcast, Bobbi discusses the transformative power of knowing you're enough, and the impact it has on success, leadership, and inspiring others. Discover how embracing your inherent worth can lead to personal and professional fulfillment and learn how to overcome self-doubt and cultivate the mindset of enoughness. Join the conversation and explore the ripple effect of your attitude and actions, as you embrace your worth and positively impact those around you. Understanding Enoughness and Overcoming Self-Doubt:Brinkman emphasizes the pivotal role of enoughness in shaping our journey towards personal fulfillment a...2024-02-1325 min
Be Fabbo Podcast - Mindset-Motivation-Momentum to Thrive in Business and Life89: Rise & Thrive: Navigating Entrepreneurial Challenges For Personal GrowthOn today's empowering episode of the BeFabbo Podcast, host Bobbi Brinkman delves into a topic near and dear to her heart - personal growth. As entrepreneurs, we often dedicate ourselves to becoming the best at our craft and building successful businesses, but sometimes our personal growth takes a backseat. Bobbi believes that finding harmony between our personal and business lives is crucial in embracing the challenges of entrepreneurship. In this episode, she shares her own personal journey as a wedding photographer and how she navigated the decision to step back from her career. Join us as we explore the...2023-10-1131 min
Be Fabbo Podcast - Mindset-Motivation-Momentum to Thrive in Business and Life88: Believe In Your Vision- Succeed Despite DoubtWelcome, fabbo souls, to another empowering episode of the Be Fabbo Podcast! In today's episode, titled "Believe Your Vision: Succeed Despite Doubt," our host, Bobbi Brinkman, delves into the topic of believing in your vision even when others doubt it. This episode is for entrepreneurs, creatives, and leaders who want to achieve something meaningful in life. Bobbi emphasizes the importance of self-belief and how it serves as the foundation for success. She explores the power of mindset and confidence in bolstering self-belief, and provides strategies and actionable steps to make your vision a reality, despite the noise of doubt...2023-10-1130 min
Be Fabbo Podcast - Mindset-Motivation-Momentum to Thrive in Business and Life87: How To Tap Into 10 Seconds of Courage for Big Results in Business and LifeIn the fast-paced world of entrepreneurship, it's common to find ourselves stuck in a rut, hindered by fear and self-doubt. Whether it's the fear of failure or the fear of success, these insecurities can paralyze us and prevent us from taking courageous actions. However, I believe that it only takes 10 seconds of courage to tap into our true potential and achieve remarkable results in both our businesses and personal lives. In today's episode of the Be Fabbo Podcast, we'll explore the concept of 10 seconds of courage and how it can transform our lives.NEW! "Mindset and C...2023-09-1426 min
Be Fabbo Podcast - Mindset-Motivation-Momentum to Thrive in Business and Life79: The Intersection of Mindset & EmotionsHost Bobbi Brinkman, speaker and business + personal growth coach discusses the powerful connection between Mindset and emotions in episode 79 of Be Fabbo Podcast - Business + Personal Growth for Creative Entrepreneurs. Bobbi's shared a story of her experiences early on in her career on having to believe in herself and go for it, a lesson that helped mold her successful photography career. Also, in this episode, Bobbi Breaks down how negative beliefs can create negative emotions and hinder creativity and business success. However, they also provide concrete ways to adopt a positive, resilient mindset that turns passion into purpose and...2023-05-0427 min
Be Fabbo Podcast - Mindset-Motivation-Momentum to Thrive in Business and Life78: The Power of Consistent Effort & the Mindset Behind ItIn this episode of Be Fabbo Podcast - Business + Personal Growth for Creative Entrepreneurs, your host Bobbi Brinkman discusses the importance of consistency in achieving personal and professional success. She shares four action steps to develop consistent effort for long-term success, including setting S.M.A.R.T. goals, creating plans, establishing routines, and staying motivated. They also delve into the role of consistency in personal growth and finding joy in life. In addition, the episode emphasizes the importance of self-leadership and a positive mindset in achieving success and promoting growth. Whether you're a CEO or starting your own...2023-05-0321 min
Be Fabbo Podcast - Mindset-Motivation-Momentum to Thrive in Business and Life77: Outwork Doubt: Overcome Fear & Unleash Your Creative GeniusOn this episode of Be Fabbo Podcast - Business + Personal Growth for Creative Entrepreneurs, Bobbi Brinkman, your host for this solo episode, dives into overcoming doubts and fears as a creative entrepreneur to reach your full potential. Bobbi, a business and life coach for creative entrepreneurs, shares valuable insights on how to outwork doubts and understand the underlying fear behind them. Many of her coaching students come to her with these struggles, and they are not alone; many creatives have an ongoing battle with self-doubt, fear, and mindset. Episode 77 also discusses the importance of challenging and reframing negative thoughts...2023-03-2225 min
Be Fabbo Podcast - Mindset-Motivation-Momentum to Thrive in Business and Life57: Embrace Your Business Fears + Be UnstoppableWhy is it we give fear so much of our time and our energy? If we can learn to see past our fears do you know all the opportunities waiting for us? The fabbo abundance+success+business! Waiting for us on the other side of those fears. I mean, can you imagine how unstoppable we would be if we would just embrace these fears? Embrace your fears and be unstoppable. Tune in on Apple | Spotify | Google PodcastsMeet Bobbi COACH, MENTOR, SPEAKER ...2021-09-2816 min
Be Fabbo Podcast - Mindset-Motivation-Momentum to Thrive in Business and LifeBet On Yourself- Bobbi BrinkmanWe're in the last quarter of 2020 and what Bobbi hears most from her coaching students + other wedding pros is that in this season they are exhausted/scared/worried-not because they worked weddings/ events but if and when will they get back to working. In Episode 55 Bobbi encourages you to not let fear creep in and to stop for a moment of gratitude for yourself because you are still standing. As someone who is supportive and your best cheerleader, she's reminding you there is fabbo coming to you, your business and the industry in 2021 so keep betting on yourself, you de...2020-10-2031 min
Be Fabbo Podcast - Mindset-Motivation-Momentum to Thrive in Business and Life53: YOU are What Sets Your Business Apart- Bobbi BrinkmanKnown widely as one of the most energetic as well as encouraging mentors in the business, Bobbi Brinkman is always that breath of fresh air that a burned out creative entrepreneur needs! As we find ourselves entering fall in the year of Covid, she's heard from many of her coaching students; they're exhausted from comparing themselves, or feeling as if they are not enough. This episode of the Be Fabbo Podcast is here to say that YOU are enough, and you're what sets your business apart. Episode 53 of the Be Fabbo Podcast will not only encourage you, b...2020-09-2427 min
Be Fabbo Podcast - Mindset-Motivation-Momentum to Thrive in Business and Life49: Heidi Thompson- Creating an Overwhelm Smashing Marketing PlanJoin Bobbi and Heidi Thompson for a deep dive into Creating an Overwhelm Smashing Marketing Plan. Most wedding pros just throw random things at the wall when they try to market but it's actually a lot easier and more effective to create a plan. They talk about what a marketing plan actually is and what it should contain, why it's sooooo helpful for you and will save you from overwhelm, how to use your marketing plan to avoid shiny object syndrome, and how you can create your own effective marketing plan.Heidi Thompson is the best-selling author...2020-07-231h 10
Be Fabbo Podcast - Mindset-Motivation-Momentum to Thrive in Business and Life48: Meredith Ryncarz- The Reset SpecialistBobbi and Meredith Ryncarz dive deep into The Restart Specialist, a vital topic for the times every wedding creative lives in. Moving your business, honoring the wedding professionals in your new area, curating your portfolio, and following the regulations are just a few of the things discussed. Meredith, a former college art professor turned photographer (Meredith Ryncarz Photography) who never dreamed of owning a business now does that and more. As an Army wife and a momma to two crazy minions, she learned quickly that she couldn’t just do the thing she was passionate about. She had to fi...2020-07-161h 05
Be Fabbo Podcast - Mindset-Motivation-Momentum to Thrive in Business and Life47:Taylor Griffith- Inclusive Language in Your MarketingBobbi and Taylor Griffith of Lemon Tree Editorial discuss inclusive language for your website in this informative, entertaining and useful episode of the Be Fabbo Podcast. More than just the effort of using correct pronouns, this subject includes your company policies, how you present yourself in the industry to your community and to wedding couples at large. Be aware-- be kind--- be inclusive! Taylor Griffith is an award-winning writer, champion for inclusive language and the CEO of Lemon Tree Editorial. As a website copywriter who serves the wedding industry, Taylor balances left-brain logic with right-brain creativity t...2020-07-021h 01
Be Fabbo Podcast - Mindset-Motivation-Momentum to Thrive in Business and Life46: Sara Grace Photography- Adjusting Your Photo BusinessBobbi and Sarah Morrison of Sara Grace Photography discuss Adjusting Your Photo Business in Times of Covid-19. This candid conversation covers dealing with the precautions that have to be taken, managing your clients plans, feeling your humanity all the way to expecting the unexpected and using this difficult time to make changes to your contract and position your business for growth.Sarah Morrison is the owner and lead photographer for Sara Grace Photography. Sarah has over 16 years of experience photographing weddings, portraits and events. We have 4 associate photographers and 2 interns. We believe in educating and helping artist fi...2020-06-251h 03