Your Life Against The Grain: Recent Episodes
Wealth Journey
We interview individuals who live their lives, Against The Grain! They take risks and accomplish only what some dream. Our community is passionate about elevating mindsets and unlocking full potentials to create meaningful impact.
We believe success isn't going to come to you in a golden box with a red ribbon around it. You have to really want it and it takes hunger, hard work, sacrifice and commitment.
Those that live their lives Against the Grain aren’t satisfied with the status quo. You need to know who you are, know what you want, make a decision, take action and get it done!
In this episode, Scott W. Crook and Justin Bell discuss:
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Moving from a mansion to my brother’s basement
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There are too many people counting on you for you to give up
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Teaching strategies the biggest banks in the world use that they don’t want you to know
Key Takeaways:
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If you choose to stay mature than you will take some people with you
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Create strong root systems in your life: Spiritual, relationships, financial, health etc.
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Be impeccable with your word, don’t make assumptions and always do your best
About Scott W. Crook:
Scott is an Award-Winning Hotelier & Founder Of Wealth Journey. Scott and his wife Mimi created Humuya Inn located in Honduras 25 years ago! Their hotel is rated by Tripadvisor as the "Top 12 hotels of Central America '' and in the TripAdvisor Hall of Fame for Certificates of Excellence. Scott is proud to be a husband, father and son of the Highest King!
Book Recommendation:
The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz- https://amzn.to/3u9LCZA
Connect with:Justin Bell
Facebook: @iamjustinbell
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamjustinbell/?hl=en
Linkedin: Justin Bell - Podcast Host - Faith + Biz Podcast
Podcast: http://www.faithplusbiz.com
Website: https://www.officialjustinbell.com/launchonamazon
Connect with Scott W. Crook:
Email: scott@wealthjourney.net
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Wealth-Journey
Website: wealthjourney.net
Cell Number: 480-619-2559
In this episode, Scott, Abbie and Jackie Listen discuss:
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Working on the farm at 3:30AM, since 7 years old
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Leaving the banking industry after 28 years
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What it takes to be a CEO, Chief Encouragement Officer
Key Takeaways:
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Leave an intentional legacy, don't leave it up to chance
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In all your ways submit to God, and He will make your paths straight
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Investing in a coach/education is an investment in yourself and your future
Book Recommendations:
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See You At The Top by Zig Ziglar https://amzn.to/3n0ppMl
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Mindset by PHD by Carol Dweck https://amzn.to/2WHqRb9
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Switch On Your Brain by Dr. Caroline Leaf https://amzn.to/3jDbMQZ
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The Bible https://amzn.to/3t7YG14
Famous Quotes:
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“You'll never see a U-Haul behind a hearse."- Denzel Washington
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"People don't care how much you know until they know how much you care."- John Maxwell
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"You can have everything in life you want, if you will just help other people get what they want."- Zig Ziglar
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“Blessed are the flexible for they will not allow themselves to become bent out of shape!”- Robert Ludlum
Connect with Jackie Listen:
Email: jackie@jdlisten.com
Cell Number: 405-642-3496
Connect with Scott W. Crook:
Email: scott@wealthjourney.net
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Wealth-Journey
Cell Number: 480-619-2559
Connect with Abbie Rivera:
Email: abbie@wealthjourney.net
Cell Number: 254-301-2244
In this episode, Scott W. Crook and Justin Bell discuss:
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The importance of understanding money and being a good steward
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Celebrating your spouse to be their best self with God
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How to become present, authentic, intentional and influential
Key Takeaways:
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Money is not our Savior nor the devil, it is a tool
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“The better I get, the better everyone else around me gets.” -Scott W. Crook
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Mentors can be great in certain areas of your life and bad in others, choose wisely
About Scott W. Crook:
Scott is an Award-Winning Hotelier & Founder Of Wealth Journey. Scott and his wife Mimi created Humuya Inn located in Honduras 25 years ago! Their hotel is rated by Tripadvisor as the "Top 12 hotels of Central America '' and in the TripAdvisor Hall of Fame for Certificates of Excellence. Scott is proud to be a husband, father and son of the Highest King!
Famous Quote:
“The LOVE of money is the root of all evil” - 1 Timothy 6:10
Connect with:Justin Bell
Facebook: @iamjustinbell
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamjustinbell/?hl=en
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justinemerybell
Podcast:www.faithplusbiz.com
Website: https://www.officialjustinbell.com/launchonamazon
Connect with Scott W. Crook:
Email: scott@wealthjourney.net
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Wealth-Journey
Website: wealthjourney.net
Cell Number: 480-619-2559
In this episode, Scott, Abbie and Cody Ramirez discuss:
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Starting a successful dog chew business at 10 years old
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Flipping dozens of cars before Cody could even drive
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Pros and cons of becoming a real estate agent as a teenager
Key Takeaways:
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"If you're willing to work at something long enough and hard enough you'll get to where you want to go."
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"Engaging people with the right questions will give you all the answers you need."
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Skipping College and going directly into your field of interest can give you a huge head start
About Cody Ramirez:
At just 10 years old, Cody started a successful dog chew business using his dad's old antler collection. Before he could even drive he began flipping cars and today he has sold a total of 60! Cody became a real estate agent with Realty Executives in Scottsdale Arizona at 19 years old. Cody has always been a hustler and has proven himself to be an innovative, resourceful business man!
Book Recommendations:
Rich Dad Poor Dad https://amzn.to/3fwihBX
Never Split The Difference https://amzn.to/2UJcOAU
Connect with Cody Ramirez:
Email: CodyRamirez@realtyexecutives.com
Cell Number: 480-599-1734
Connect with Scott Crook:
Email: scott@wealthjourney.net
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Wealth-Journey
Cell Number: 480-619-2559
Connect with Abbie Rivera:
Email: abbie@wealthjourney.net
In this episode, Scott Crook and Justin Bell discuss:
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The pain of 5 failing businesses and the success it brought
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Moving to a foreign country without knowing the language and without a plan
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The courage and grit it takes to be an entrepreneur
Key Takeaways:
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Know you are a son/daughter of God, He wants the best for you and grab onto that during tough times
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You can truly connect with people when you become vulnerable
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The power of combining 3 boxes in life: Faith, Business and Personal Development into 1
About Scott Crook:
Scott is an Award-Winning Hotelier & Founder Of Wealth Journey. Scott and his wife Mimi created Humuya Inn located in Honduras 25 years ago! Their hotel is rated by Trip Advisor as the "Top 12 hotels of Central America" and in the Trip Advisor Hall of Fame for Certificates of Excellence. Scott is proud to be a husband, father and son of the Highest King!
Famous Quote:
“Own, don’t enthrone your emotions” - Unknown
Connect with Scott Crook:
Email: scott@wealthjourney.net
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Wealth-Journey
Website: wealthjourney.net
Hotel Website: www.humuyainn.com/
Cell Number: 480-619-2559
Connect with Abbie Rivera:
Email: abbie@wealthjourney.net
In this episode, Preston Crook, Scott Crook and Abbie Rivera discuss:
- How to create order in your mind
- Being resourceful when you lack resources
- Overcoming old paradigms and habits
Key Takeaways:
- If you invest in something with a return, your money is now infinite
- Your thinking affects everything you do and don’t do
- Having money allows you to multiply yourself and multiply your influence
- Criticizing, condemning or complaining is the opposite of gratitude
About Preston Crook:
Preston is the owner of Custom Campers LLC, a company known for taking ugly campers and transforming them into custom-design beauties. Preston is a grinder, one who will do what it takes to live life on his terms.
Famous Quote:
“What we think about we bring about.” -Bob Proctor
“You cannot exercise much power without gratitude because it is gratitude that keeps you connected with power.” -Wallace Wattles
Book Recommendations:
Rich Dad Poor Dad https://amzn.to/3fwihBX
The Science of Getting Rich https://amzn.to/2T6GNC5
Connect with:Preston Crook
Facebook: facebook.com/customcampersllc
Instagram: @customcampersllc
Instagram: @rethinkcrook
Facebook @customercampersllc
Connect with Scott Crook:
Email: scott@wealthjourney.net
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Wealth-Journey
Website: wealthjourney.net
Cell Number: 480-619-2559
Connect with Abbie Rivera:
Email: abbie@wealthjourney.net
In this episode Justin Bell, Scott Crook and Abbie Rivera discuss:
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Scaling your business without losing quality and your life
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Owning but not enthroning your emotions, making God the master
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Steps to becoming a profitable seller on Amazon, right now
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Living your authentic, true self for Jesus Christ
Key Takeaways:
- Amazon FBA is a decentralized business model that makes scaling more profitable without taking more of your time
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Amazon is growing 5X faster than Walmart, it's not too late to get in the selling game
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Take your thoughts captive, without over judging them so you can be freed from them
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View your business as a game, it makes the hard times more enjoyable and less overwhelming
About Justin Bell:
Justin is the CEO of Right Hand, LLC a company specializing in Amazon FBA Selling & Consulting. Justin is the creator and host of the Faith + Biz Podcast where he discusses how to win your market without losing your soul. Justin is passionate about being a kingdom-minded entrepreneur growing in faith plus business as an apprentice of Jesus. God brought him and his lovely wife, Lauren together and they have been married since 2009. Justin & Lauren live in Los Angeles, CA with their 4 cute + crazy children: Eden, Asher, Isaiah & Jordan.
Book Recommendations:
The E-Myth Revisited by Michael E Gerber https://amzn.to/3eOrGWz
Shoe Dog by Phil Knight https://amzn.to/30T5HWn
Delivering Happiness by Tony Hsieh https://amzn.to/3bWXmar
Connect with:Justin Bell
Facebook: @iamjustinbell https://www.facebook.com/iamjustinbell
Instagram: @iamjustinbell https://www.instagram.com/iamjustinbell/?hl=en
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justinemerybell
Podcast: www.faithplusbiz.com
Website: https://www.officialjustinbell.com/launchonamazon
Connect with Scott Crook:
Email: scott@wealthjourney.net
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Wealth-Journey
Website: wealthjourney.net
Cell Number: 480-619-2559
Connect with Abbie Rivera:
Email: abbie@wealthjourney.net
In this episode Mimi Crook, Scott Crook and Abbie Rivera discuss:
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The challenges they faced in having an international business for 25 years
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How their mess became their message
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Why and how they were able to become coaches in 2020
Key Takeaways:
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Find balance in your life and take the fast track to success
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Don't give people a platform in your life who don't need to be there
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What helped you survive in your past may be holding you back today
Famous Quotes:
"You can have everything in life you want if you will just help enough other people get what they want. -Zig Ziglar
Book Recommendations:
The Power of Positive Thinking by Norman Vincent Peal Choose to Win by Tom Ziglar
Connect with Mimi Crook:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mimi.crook
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mimicrook/
Website: wealthjourney.net
E-mail: mimi@wealthjourney.net
Cell number: 480.619.0596
Connect with Scott Crook:
Email: scott@wealthjourney.net
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Wealth-Journey
Website: wealthjourney.net
Cell Number: 480-619-2559
Connect with Abbie Rivera:
Email: abbie@wealthjourney.net
In this episode, David Mendonca, Scott Crook and Abbie Rivera discuss: - Fathers always say they will die for their families, how about fathers start living for their families! - God is not a God of coincidences, He is always preparing you to be the person He created you to be - An unpredictable father is fearsome in the eyes of their children - Make your mess your message
Key Takeaways: - What would your life be like if you felt celebrated rather than merely tolerated at home?
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As Fathers, we sometimes underestimate the influence we wield in our homes.
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"I have experienced the void created by my absence. I know what it's like to chase success in the workplace while your family falls to second place."
Book Recommendations: Point Man Steve Farrah
Famous Quotes: "Wherever you are, be all there!" -Jim Elliot
Connect with David Mendonca: Father Factor Summit Organizer Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jennie.mendonca.1 Facebook group: The Show up DAD Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/1_timothy_1_13/ Website: Father Factor Summit E-mail:linehand611@gmail.com Cell: (505) 328-3393
Connect with Scott Crook: Email: scott@wealthjourney.net Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/scott.w.crook IG: https://www.instagram.com/scottwcrook/ Website: wealthjourney.net Cell Number: 480-619-2559
Connect with Abbie Rivera: Email: abbie@wealthjourney.net
In this episode, Chase Kiser, Scott Crook and Abbie Rivera discuss: - The importance of consistency, self-awareness and patience for every area in your life. -Pride will get in the way of your success, if you are not aware of it. When you try to do everything yourself you can only get so far. These are the bedrocks of Chase’s success! -Don’t take advice from people who aren’t where you want to be. Everyone will always have advice to give but you need to filter out who’s opinions you should be listening to. Key Takeaways: - Adversity will either make y’all or it will break y’all - “I’m either winning or learning” - College helped me but I learned the most through my mistakes = “life seminars” - “God says He will Bless you when you tithe, I fully believe that!” - Delayed gratification: forgoing things (material) About Chase Kiser: Chase is a serial entrepreneur, Texas Gainzta, family man and lover of Jesus Christ! Chase is the owner of 5 real estate companies! Kiser Residential Appraisals, KO Customs, Abilene Custom Homes, NGOTT and Prodigal Restored Properties. He is also the owner and face of Gainz Supplements, a high quality supplement company that produces results AKA GAINZ!
Famous Quote: “Persistent Consistency” Consistency means if you have a worthwhile goal or objective you do it everyday or as often as necessary=consistency. Persistency =you elevate it, you force yourself to grow and take it up a notch.” -Zig Ziglar
Book Recommendations: The Bible
Connect with Chase Kiser: Email: GAINZLLC@GMAIL.COM Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chase.kiser.79/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mirin_gainzz/?igshid=n005s6brk2w5 Website: http://gainzsupplements.com/
Connect with Scott Crook: Email: scott@wealthjourney.net Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Wealth-Journey Website: wealthjourney.net Cell Number: 480-619-2559
Connect with Abbie Rivera: Email: abbie@wealthjourney.net
In this episode Luis Perdomo, Scott Crook and Abbie Hamilton discuss: - Why Luis gladly chose his family over money - The intense challenges he faced while pursuing his soccer dreams - Showing people love in this world is going "against the grain"
Key Takeaways: - The Lord is waiting for you to knock on His door - Bless people today with your words and actions - You will be a better father, husband, brother etc. when you accept Jesus Christ
About Luis Perdomo: Luis was chosen for the Honduran National Team at just 15. For 14 years he played in different professional soccer clubs and continued playing for the National Team.
Luis had accomplished: fame, money and friendships with famous soccer players. In the world's eyes, he had achieved the height of his career, but he always felt empty. It wasn't until he met Jesus and gave himself to Him when he started to truly live!
Connect with Luis Perdomo: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/luisperdomo32
Connect with Scott Crook: Email: scott@wealthjourney.net Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/scott.w.crook Website: wealth journey.net Cell Number: 480-619-2559
In this episode Dr. Pancer, Scott Crook and Abbie Hamilton discuss: - How she had over 30 years to master online education and now teachers in 2020 have 2 weeks - The superpower of being able to teach anyone anything - The emotional and financial battles she had to face during her divorce
Key Takeaways: - It is far more difficult to unlearn something than to learn something - Identify your vision and hang out with people who embrace it - Prioritize your well being and prioritize your time - Cultivate a strong internal compass
About Dr. Pancer: Dr. Pancer began her career teaching 8 years at a public elementary school. She left the classroom setting to help companies design education technology systems for K-12 grade students. After 20 years of working with the top educational companies serving as an executive, she founded Connections Academy, a public charter school in California that has now grown all over the country! Dr. Pancer is also a full time faculty member at Alliant International University.
Famous Quote: “You are your most important child to take care of.” -Rabbi Daniel Lapin
Connect with Dr. Pancer Email: Cindypancer@yahoo.com University Email: cpancer@alliant.edu
Connect with Scott Crook: Email: scott@wealthjourney.net Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/scott.w.crook Website: wealthjourney.net Cell Number: 480-619-2559
Connect with Abbie Hamilton: Email: abbie@wealthjourney.net
In this episode, Marcela Zacapa, Scott Crook and Abbie Hamilton discuss: Key Takeaways: - I have been growing with resistance my whole life
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I’m not qualified to be doing what I am doing and I love that
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You need to measure success by God’s standards not the worlds
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God is my manager
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Honor your parents
About Marcela Zacapa: She provides instruments to bring creative vision to life. Choosing pieces that not only highlight the space but also match your style has been our greatest success! Partnered with HGTV, DIY Network, Southern Living, Amy Howard and many more industry leaders! Mas de Marcela 309,000 Youtube subscribers 67,000 Instagram followers From a long line of successful entrepreneurs in Honduras
Famous Quote: “Our greatest fear should not be of failure but succeeding at things in life that don’t really matter.” - Frances Chan
Book Recommendations: The Infinite Game by Simon Sinek Building A Story Brand by Donald Miller H3 Leadership by Brad Lomenick
Connect with Marcela Zacapa: Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCX3-REbTMAPVOTDAxcXihRA Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elarmariohn Instagram: https://instagram.com/elarmariohn?igshid=14i5u6ow6wwb9 Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/masdemarcela/id1516171343 Website: https://www.masdemarcela.com/ Amazon Profile: https://www.amazon.com/shop/elarmariohn
Connect with Scott Crook: Email: scott@wealthjourney.net Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Wealth-Journey Website: wealthjourney.net Cell Number: 480-619-2559
Connect with Abbie Hamilton: Email: abbie@wealthjourney.net
In this episode John and Rebekah Du Bois, Scott Crook and Abbie Hamilton discuss: - Taking the jump from corporate with Berkshire Hathaway to entrepreneurship - Pivoting from being laid off after 9/11 - The power of investing in real estate early in life - The market shift from chemicals to non-toxic living
Key Takeaways: - See opportunity, do the hard work, make it happen - Take advantage of the early morning and be intentional, wake up at 5am as much as you can - Get the “biggest bang for your buck” with your time, do the activities that maximize your finite resources like time and money - Write out the 3 most important tasks that need to be done each day, everyday that will push your life forward
About John and Rebekah Du Bois: - Both John and Rebekah left the corporate world to pursue their entrepreneurial dreams. They are the founders of MoldPro LLC and Oak Tree Residential. MoldPro LLC is the industry leader of chemical free mold remediation. They also own and self manage 55 rental home units.
Book Recommendations: The One Thing - Gary Keller and Jay Papasan
Connect with John and Rebekah Du Bois: Email: peaceofmind@moldprollc.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moldprollc Website: https://moldprollc.com/ Office Number: 734-439-8800
Connect with Scott Crook: Email: scott@wealthjourney.net Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/scott.w.crook Website: wealthjourney.net Cell Number: 480-619-2559
Connect with Abbie Hamilton: Email: abbie@wealthjourney.net
In this episode Veronica Klein, Scott Crook and Abbie Hamilton discuss: - How the Coast Guard prepared Veronica for entrepreneurial success especially during Covid-19 - Challenges she had to overcome being a single parent mother - Inspiration behind establishing an organic community garden - Seeking God and His navigation through life
Key Takeaways: - "There are a million open doors for each person, it's just a matter of finding your doors." - Veronica - Never look back, only look forward - Everyone has something they want to do that would fulfill their passion but they are afraid to take action. Just do it, take the risk! - Stretch first thing in the morning and have vegetables be 50% to 75% of your diet - Take time to connect with the Creator, hear His voice on your journey
About Veronica Klein: She began her journey as a young adult in the United States Coast Guard. After her time in the service she returned to her hometown in San Antonio, where she was the Operations Manager of a multi-million dollar HVAC company. It was there where she realized her passion to educate business owners and employees about their risks and benefits! After 4 years of research and on the job training Veronica established EPR Strategies, a consulting company that takes businesses to a whole new level! EPR Strategies sponsors an organic farm in the Dallas community. They are now in their second year of farming organic produce for the local fixed-income senior citizens. The goal is to reach the impoverished community to feed and teach them an economical, effective way to grow food!
Famous Quote: “Twenty years from now, you will be more disappointed by the things you didn't do than by the ones you did do." - Mark Twain
Connect with Veronica Klein: Email: info@eprstrategies.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/calmduringstorm Website: eprstrategies.com Office Number: 214-789-7343
Connect with Scott Crook: Email: scott@wealthjourney.net Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Wealth-Journey Website: wealthjourney.net Cell Number: 480-619-2559
Connect with Abbie Hamilton: Email: abbie@wealthjourney.net
In this episode Dr. Rivera, Scott Crook and Abbie Hamilton discuss: - The role fear plays in making decisions - Importance of finding a guide to teach you - Struggles of learning a new language
Key Takeaways: - Keep your vision, especially during hard times - Educate yourself outside of just your profession to grow holistically - Avoid being afraid of uncertainty, embrace it!
About Dr. Rivera: Oscar Rivera grew up in the small town of San Luis, El Salvador. At the age of fifteen he left home to receive a more competitive education in hopes of becoming a doctor. He graduated at the top of his class while attending the University of El Salvador. Oscar studied English intensely for eight months in order to pass his initial exams to pursue a medical career in the United States. While working an internship in Houston,Texas he studied for two more years to pass the next round of exams. Today Dr. Rivera is an Internal Resident at UMPC Harrisburg Hospital in Pennsylvania. Oscar is the Chief Resident and is finishing his final year strong! Connect with Scott Crook: Email: scott@wealthjourney.net Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Wealth-Journey Website: wealthjourney.net Cell Number: 480-619-2559
Connect with Abbie Hamilton: Email: abbie@wealthjourney.net