The Orlando Podcast: Recent Episodes
Tyler Gibson
On The Orlando Podcast, we interview local business owners and community leaders to learn about why they do what they do.
The guest on this episode of The Orlando Podcast is Erica Muller, CEO and Founder of Vrolio.
Ericica is a highly dedicated individual who has devoted her career to revolutionizing the short-term rental industry and merging it with real estate. Starting as a licensed agent at the young age of 18 in 2002, she quickly established herself by working with investment properties and catering to high net worth clients. In 2007, she shifted her focus to the emerging short-term rental market, selling over $100 million in properties and developing innovative financial models for the industry. Erica's expertise extends beyond real estate, as she is also a data scientist and co-architect of proprietary models powering Vrolio's technology. In 2018, she founded Vrolio, where she continues to lead the company's mission to transform the short-term rental sector through innovation and technology. Erica's dedication, expertise, and pioneering contributions make her a driving force behind the industry's evolution.
Vrolio is an esteemed enterprise established with the core objective of facilitating effortless short-term rental investing. The company plays a pivotal role in empowering lenders, realtors, brokers, and investors by leveraging meticulous data analysis to inform intelligent investment decisions. With an extensive reach spanning the United States, Vrolio has successfully catered to over 18,000 short-term rental investors and agents. Notably, since its inception in 2007, the company's sophisticated data models have been instrumental in facilitating the sale of numerous short-term rental properties nationwide, even before the launch of Airbnb.
Learn more about Vrolio here:
https://www.vrolio.com/
Reach Erica Muller here:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericamuller
The guest on this episode of The Orlando Podcast is Christine Moody of Business Network International. She is the Market Development Manager. Her job is to spread brand awareness and to help business owners grow through networking and referrals.
Business Network International (BNI) is a global networking organization that aims to help business professionals build and expand their referral networks. BNI provides a platform for members to connect and collaborate with each other, generating business referrals and fostering professional relationships.
BNI operates through local chapters, where members from various professions and industries meet regularly to exchange business referrals, share industry insights, and develop trusted relationships. The organization follows a structured system that emphasizes building long-term, mutually beneficial relationships among its members.
Reach Chrisine Moody here:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christine-moody-b12491274/
Tune in with us on this episode entitled “Cake Business on the Go with Megan Slaton”
Megan Slaton is a passionate baker. She’s known for her elegant designs and delicious recipes that people just keep coming back for.
At the age of sixteen, she purchased her first cake decorating set with the intention of entering a county fair for her high school culinary course. This event sparked her love for baking.
In the years that followed, she diligently nurtured her passion, both through personal exploration and professional development. Immersed in the world of confectionery arts, she dedicated herself to honing her skills as a cake decorator, seizing opportunities to work at local bakeries. With each passing day, her affection for the art of cake decoration grew stronger.
Today, she proudly stands at the helm of her own bakery, which accompanies her as she traverses the nation in support of her husband's career in the United States Marine Corps. The genesis of her business can be traced back to March 2018, during their tenure at Camp Lejeune, N.C. It was there that the seeds of an idea were sown, only to bear fruit later that year on the enchanting island of O'ahu. By September 2022, Sugar, Spice, and All Things Iced had firmly established its roots in Central Florida, specifically in the vibrant city of Apopka.
With genuine appreciation and deep gratitude, she extends a warm welcome to all those who grace her bakery's threshold. The opportunity to share her creations and be part of her customers' special moments fills her heart with honor and joy.
How to reach Megan:
Website: https://www.sugarspiceandallthingsiced.com/
Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/all.things.iced.791?_rdc=1&_rdr
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/sugar_and_spice_791/
Featured in this episode is Holly Fury, founder and owner of 2 Lil Sunshines.
2 Lil Sunshines is a home-based business that makes home-sewn items for everyday use. Their products include aprons, vendor aprons, placemats, and much more! In creating her brand, Holly aims to use her passion for sewing to make quality pieces that showcase the user’s individuality.
0:19 Why Holly started making clothes
1:38 Why Holly chooses business over being a surgeon
2:34 How she started sewing
4:06 Where Holly is from
4:58 From hobby to business
6:18 Her first product!
6:58 more about Holly's products
8:43 Problems when starting out a business
9:46 Her Business Goals
11:18 Her next products!
12:30 How she gets the word out there
13:12 Her week as a mom entrepreneur
14:00 How she'll accelerate her business' growth
15:35 Where to find Holly
17:46 Holly's advice to aspiring entrepreneur
Learn more about Holly Fury and 2 Lil Sunshines here: https://linktr.ee/2lilsunshines
On this episode of The Orlando Podcast, Host Tyler Gibson has a chat with the Founder and CEO of Independence Title Inc. , Kevin Tacher.
With years of experience in the real estate industry, Kevin is the Founder and CEO of Independence Title Inc. He's also a bestselling author and a highly respected national speaker in the field.
Beyond his impressive professional achievements, Kevin is also a community leader and philanthropist. He and his team have partnered with several government agencies to combat real estate fraud in Florida, and he's actively involved in supporting non-profit organizations that help those in need.
00:18 - 01:28 Why Kevin does what he does 11
02:07 - 04:28 Kevin Tacher’s Real Estate Journey
05:57 - 07:24 The power of networking
07:25 - 09:18 Kevin’s success story
09:22 - 10:17 Adding value to people’s lives
10:19 - :45 how helping others can make a big impact
11:50 - 14:11 Building a board of directors
14:24 - 16:06 Building relationships with your team
16:10 - 17:03 How to challenge your limiting beliefs
17:19 - 19:25 Find people who add value
19:26 - 20:04 Fear can rob you
20:05 - 21:25 Kevin’s success mindset
22:44 - 23:44 Go Giver
23:54 - 25:14 Kevin’s favorite podcast
25:38 - 27:33 Kevin’s books
27:34 - 28:01 Title is just one of Kevin’s tools
28:26 - 29:37 Tips for aspiring entrepreneurs
Reach Kevin Tacher here:
Website: https://titlerate.com/
See his authored books here: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Kevin-Tacher/author/B0036HZJG4?ref=ap_rdr&store_ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true
Join us on The Orlando Podcast as Tyler Gibson hosts an extraordinary conversation with Nathan Green, an exceptional entrepreneur who is eager to share all his secrets to success. Nathan Green, the founder of Solutions Group, Juggernaut Consulting, and Powerhouse Accounting, is a distinguished figure in his industry and aspires to make a significant impact on as many lives as possible.
Be sure not to miss this exclusive interview as Nathan Green opens up and shares his incredible journey with us. Tune in to The Orlando Podcast to learn more about this remarkable entrepreneur and gain insights into his inspiring story.
00:21 - 01:05 Changing the Market
01:13 - 02:04 How to reverse market yourself
02:31 - 03:40 Why Nathan went into law enforcement
04:23 - 05:01 Nathan’s transition from law enforcement to accounting
06:13 - 08:00 His Father’s inspiration
08:18 - 10:28 Nathan’s experience launching a business
10:28 - 11:43 Nathan’s early days mistakes
12:52 - 13:47 Nathan’s advocacy mindset
13:47 - 17:18 People first, money will come!
17:14 - 19:38 Nathan’s passion for books
20:29 - 22:45 Nathan finding the who to handle the how
22:46 - 23:28 Nathan’s trifecta in Solution’s Group umbrella
23:29 - 24:30 Juggernaut Consultants’ history
24:31 - 25:25 What Juggernaut Consultants is
25:43 - 26:43 What the future is like for Nathan’s Consulting Firm
26:44 - 27:43 What the future is like for Nathan’s Accounting Firm
28:26 - 28:54 Nathan’s piece of advice for an aspiring entrepreneur
29:26 - 29:53 Find more about Nathan Green and his services
29:55 - 30:17 Tyler’s personal plug
How to reach Nathan Green:
Website:
https://iamnategreen.com/
Featured in this episode of The Orlando Podcast is JT Edgren, President and Owner of Central Florida Building Inspectors.
JT Edgren is a state-licensed home inspector. Since 1999, he’s been performing residential home and commercial building inspections. Today, JT is also a certified home inspector, certified & state-licensed for mold inspections and assessments, a state-licensed radon technician, a state-licensed WDO inspector and a certified pest control operator.
JT also owns another business called Elite Mold Services. (visit website here)
JT Edgren suggests the following books for aspiring entrepreneurs:
- The Gap and The Gain:The High Achievers’ Guide to Happiness, Confidence, and Success by Dan Sullivan.
- The Five Dysfunctions of a Team by Patrick Lencioni
- The Six Types of Working Genius by Patrick M. Lencioni
00:22 Why JT does home inspections
01:15 How he started in the industry
04:00 JT growing up in an entrepreneurial home
04:57 Challenges JT’s faced in his business
06:48 His first hire
07:12 Finding people & putting them in the right seat
11:24 JT’s most pivotal hire
13:30 JT’s employee compensations & salary
16:15 JT’s perspective on balance
19:42 First problems and how he solved them
22:17 Hiring process and building a successful leadership team
24:54 JT’s media consumption for self dev.
28:41 JT’s book recommendations for aspiring entrepreneurs
30:51 Learn more about JT & Central Florida Building Inspect
31:36 Advice for aspiring entrepreneurs
How to reach JT Edgren:
Website: https://cfbinspect.com/our-home-inspectors/
Email: JT@cfbinspect.com
Featured in this episode of The Orlando Podcast is Eliot Grime of VE Builders LLC.
In this episode, Eliot shares his career journey and how life changes along the way. From working for 11 years in the restaurant industry, he decided to resign and pursue his passion for construction. The ultimate reason behind him leaving the restaurant industry was that he wanted to spend more time with his family. In this episode, he shares with Host Tyler Gibson that he got engaged to his wife and quit his job in the same month. Becoming the co-founder of VE Builders LLC allowed Eliot to have the time flexibility to spend more time with his family.
In this episode, Eliot also opens up about how Hurricane Andrew changed his life forever. After witnessing the devastating impact of shortcuts in building, Eliot realized his passion for home construction. He also shares how this event in his life made him realize that helping others gives him joy. It is a passion that he carries with him today as he works to provide safe, quality, and pretty homes.
Tune into this episode of The Orlando Podcast and hear how this awe-inspiring entrepreneur turns house to home.
00:27 Taking something ugly and making it pretty
01:20 What Eliot Grime does
02:39 Elliot’s reason and motivation
03:42 The Hurricane that changed Elliot’s life forever
05:01 Elliot’s experience with the restaurant industry
06:01 The knowledge Elliot gained with the restaurant industry
07:10 Elliot’s transition back to the construction work
07:32 Elliot joining VE Builders LLC
09:03 Elliot’s business growth
10:09 Elliot’s business helping him have more time for family
11:06 Tyler’s love for his job and family
11:32 How Elliot left the restaurant industry
12:43 The problems Elliot’s faced during the start of his business
13:32 The process of the service Elliot provides
14:39 Elliot’s contractors and subcontractors
16:20 The translation of Elliot’s leadership skills with his experience with the restaurant industry
17:13 Tyler’s past experience with a difficult manager
17:37 Elliot’s experience with leadership
18:39 The coolest project Elliot has taken on
19:40 The most challenging project Elliot has taken on
21:04 Elliot’s advice for people thinking of joining the construction industry
22:38 The challenges that people will immediately experience upon joining the construction industry
24:50 The worst thing you could possibly do as a contractor
25:19 The things to do when building your construction company’s reputation
26:19 Elliot’s monthly calls for cleanup
28:37 A multi million problem in the U.S
30:31 Elliot’s love for flipping houses
31:45 Where to find more about Elliot
32:24 Elliot’s advice for people interested in joining the construction industry
Reach Eliot Grime here
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vebuilders
Website:
https://www.vebuildersllc.com/
In this episode of The Orlando Podcast, we are joined by special guest Stacey Conte.
Stacey Conte, a successful real estate entrepreneur, holds an MBA in leadership and brings over 13 years of experience in corporate medical sales to her current role. In early 2022, she made the decision to retire from her corporate career while holding the prestigious #1 ranking in the sales organization. Stacey redirected her attention to her passion for real estate and the development company she co-founded in 2021, Sugar & Spice Developments. This company is dedicated to transforming spaces, environments, and communities.
At present, Stacey manages a diverse rental portfolio consisting of long-term residential and commercial rentals, short-term rentals, and a beach motel, with a total value of over $10 million in cash-flowing real estate assets. Her primary focus is on inspiring others to achieve financial freedom through her educational initiatives, sharing her own path to success.
02:02 Reverse engineering the life Stacey wanted
03:04 The Life She Wants
04:59 Working in Corporate America
06:00 Stacey’s limiting belief
07:28 The push that Stacey needed to do more
08:44 What “Doors” are
09:28 How to Start in Real Estate
10:43 Building generational wealth with Real Estate
11:51 Asking questions to learn
13:11 Stacey’s trial and error
15:02 What Stacey does currently
18:13 Stacey’s Thought process during her transition
19:02 Stacey’s final push she needed
20:22 People’s reaction to Stacey’s transition
21:24 How Stacey started
24:16 Challenging your limiting beliefs
25:37 Finding something you’re passionate about
26:20 Find out more about Stacey
26:49 Marry the house and date the rate
How to Reach Stacey Conte:
Website: https://staceyconte.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stacey.ann.beachhouse
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mommy_mogul?_t=8WLfOypv1Ni&_r=1
IG: https://www.instagram.com/developing_airbnbs/?r=nametag
Featured on this episode of The Orlando Podcast is Brandon Blake, Owner and CEO of The Staging Co.
The Staging Co is a premier home staging and interior design company. What was previously known as Tradition Interiors was acquired by Brandon Blake in 2019. Their team of experts help create beautiful interiors to help elevate the space.
Before becoming a business owner, Brandon worked in sales and marketing.His decision to buy a business and become his own boss was heavily motivated by wanting to spend more time with his family. In this podcast episode, he discusses how his family played a crucial role in his career decisions.
00:38 -Why Brandon does what he does
02:38 -What brandon does at The Staging Co
04:44 - Renting furniture for multiple months
05:50 - Brandon’s origin story
09:55 - lessons that Brandon learned to help with his career early on
15:06 - The areas that The Staging Co covers
16:08 - Brandon’s work history
16:53 - Why a furniture company
17:32 - The early challenges during Brandon’s transition to being a business owner
20:25 - Books to read recommended by Brandon
21:10 - Brandon starting with 5 employees
22:21 - The Challenges in taking over a business
24:37 - Transition period
30:41 - Brandon’s advice for budding entrepreneurs
32:10 - Find out more
Reach the Staging Co / Brandon Blake here:
The Staging Co Website: https://thestaging.co/
Facebook Page:https://www.facebook.com/TheStagingCompanyFL/
Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/thestagingcohq/
Brandon Blake’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestagingco.actual/
Featured in this episode of the Orlando Podcast is Candice Griffin.
Candice Griffin, also known as the Money Lady, is the CEO and Founder of Griffin Investment Strategies. The Commercial Mortgage Broker offers special loan programs that banks, credit unions, and other lenders are unable to. Their experienced team works closely with clients to develop personalized investment strategies that align with their goals and risk tolerance.
00:22 Super Candice to the rescue!
02:03 What Candice does
03:17 The Money Lady helps
04:52 Behind Candice’s story
09:45 “Hippie to hard money lender”
11:41 How long Candace has been helping investors
12:42 Candice’s key moment
13:52 Candice’s biggest lesson of 2022
16:31 The power of communicating expectations
17:39 Three challenges of transitioning from side hustle to full time
23:06 Candice’s Strategy to meet like-minded people
24:48 The importance of socializing
26:55 Candice providing solutions
30:44 Candice’s advice for aspiring entrepreneurs
31:58 Find out more about Candice Griffin
Reach Candice Griffin here
Website: https://www.griffininvestmentsgroup.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/candace-griffin-899a899/
Call: 321 948 3246
Featured in this episode of the Orlando Podcast is Josh Martell.
Attorney Josh Martell has almost 10 years of experience dealing with Family Law. In the past, he has worked in several different firms. Today, he is the founder and owner of his own firm, Martell Family Law.
Martell Family Law is a boutique law firm located in Orlando, Florida that provides legal services exclusively in the area of family law. The firm is led by Attorney Josh Martell, who has over a decade of experience helping individuals and families navigate some of the most challenging legal issues, including divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, and more. Martell Family Law prides itself on providing personalized, compassionate, and strategic legal solutions to its clients, with a focus on achieving the best possible outcome for each unique case.
00:20 Tangibly helping people
02:21 Josh Martell’s career history
04:37 Josh Martell’s calling
05:54 Josh’s Real Estate job while going to law school
08:26 A huge sacrifice
10:21 Josh’s Rigid calendar schedule
12:00 How Josh started with family law
15:04 What family law attorneys do
17:48 Josh’s number one tagline
21:00 Having a Sales background going into law
23:24 Martell Family Law
25:25 Josh becoming ready to start a business
30:20 Josh’s words of wisdom
31:56 More about Josh Martell
Learn more about Martell Family Law here: https://www.martellfamilylaw.com/
Featured in this episode of the Orlando Podcast is Tammy Bishop.
Tammy Bishop is an occupational therapist and owner of Our Suite Village. A co-working space for those who want to teach, learn, and meet. Tammy opened up this small business following the salon suite model. “Providers” , such as occupational therapists, teachers, and the like, are able to rent out the space to offer enriching activities for the community.
In 2011, Tammy resigned from the clinic she was working at because she believed her intentions didn’t align. From then, Tammy moved on and worked as a self-employed occupational therapist who often traveled to see her clients. In searching for a solution, she came up with Our Suite Village. Tammy started her business in 2020.
In this episode, Tammy talks about her experience as an entrepreneur. She talks about the fears that come with starting your own business and how to overcome them. She provides valuable insights and advice for future entrepreneurs.
Our Suite Village: https://oursuitevillage.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oursuitevillage/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tammy-bishop-019bb117/
On today’s episode of the Orlando Podcast, Host Tyler Gibson talks with the CEO and President of the Ronald Mcdonald House Charities of Central Florida Clay Osburne.
The Ronald Mcdonald House Charities is an independent nonprofit organization with a mission to create, find and support programs that help children and their families.
Reach Clay Osburne here:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/clay-osburne-858b9a4/
00:28 - 01:32 Being a part of Ronald Mcdonald House Charities’ big mission
01:59 - 06:57 Ronald Mcdonald House Charities’ corner stone
06:57 - 07:45 Ronald Mcdonald House Charities’ hospitality cart programs
08:28 - 11:00 Ronald Mcdonald House Charities’ Application process
11:30 - 14:40 The help that RMHC offers
15:30 - 16:54 RMHC’s 100% free service
17:26 - 23:20 RMHC’s funding
23:33 - 25:17 RMHC’s volunteer programs
26:14 - 29:30 RMHC’s warm welcome
30:22 - 34:51 Stories of families impacted
35:20 - 36:00 Find RMHC!
In this episode of The Orlando Podcast, Host Tyler Gibson has a chat with Branding Photographer Jocelyn Espejo.
The talented entrepreneur talks about her experience and learnings in her 11 years of pursuing the craft. She first tackled family photography, capturing weddings and events. However, her real passion lies in Branding Photography. Her business today aims to help people find their confidence on camera.
Jo also opens up about how her spouse and children heavily affected her career. She talks about how becoming a full time business owner and photographer has allowed her to have more time with her family.
Host Tyler Gibson and Jocelyn Espejo talk about the “Fake it til you make it” mindset. They chat about the importance of having a positive mindset in achieving success.
Mentioned in the episode is Girl, Wash your Face by Rachel Hollis. (https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/35542451-girl-wash-your-face)
Here’s how to reach Jocelyn Espejo:
Website: https://jocelynespejo.com/
Instagram: @BrandingbyJo
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brandingbyjo
00:58 Helping entrepreneur show up in their businessWhy is it that you do what you do
01:21 Jocelyn Espejoo’s Set Process
02:56 How Jo evolved her business
04:35 How Jo’s side hustle became her business
06:10 The moment Jo committed to her business full time
07:18 The transition from a Side hustle to a Full time Business
08:57 Being in the Service Business
10:27 The fear of starting out a business
10:27 The fear of failure
11:01 Am I even good enough?
12:38 Listening to the inner voices encouraging you and finding a tribe
15:09 The pieces that made a difference
17:18 The power of believing yourself
17:53 Reading to help yourself
18:34 Fake it till you make it
19:35 Jo’s favorite clients
21:17 When the side hustle transitioned to full time
26:17 The adjustment period
27:41 The most common misconception of having a business
30:06 Find more about Jo
31:34 Words of wisdom from Jo
In this episode of The Orlando Podcast, Host Tyler Gibson talks with Candace Hornborg, Color Street Stylist.
Candace Hornborg shares inspiring stories covering topics from how she discovered Color Street, how she keeps her business thriving today and helpful advice to aspiring entrepreneurs. The savvy business owner also shares important advice that she lives by today including valuable insights on building relationships and finding joy in your business.
Candace is a stay at home mom who had a goal to replace one window in her house. That goal ultimately led to her discovering her joy and becoming a Color Street Stylist.
Get styled by Color Street Stylist Candace Hornborg here.
In this episode of The Orlando Podcast, Host Tyler Gibson talks with Cindy Valentin of DrawChange.
The now leader of DrawChange’s Orlando chapter, used to work a corporate job for a Fortune 500 company. Fueled by the desire for something meaningful, Cindy stumbled upon DrawChange.
From the moment she heard about the non-profit organization to her first volunteer experience, Cindy was in absolute awe. Her 10 year volunteer experience is a love story filled with heartwarming anecdotes.
In today’s episode of the Orlando Podcast, hear how Cindy Valentin lights up when she talks about her passion for inciting positive change with DrawChange.
Thinking of volunteering? Here’s how to reach DrawChange.
DrawChange Website
DrawChange Facebook
DrawChange Twitter
DrawChange Instagram Account
In this episode of The Orlando Podcast, Host Tyler Gibson talks with Georgette Keough of Mumasnap.
The amazingly talented photographer first fell in love with taking pictures when her photography enthusiast dad gifted her first film camera. Since then, she’s been loyally passionate for her craft and even developed a personal style that her clients absolutely love.
Pursuing photography has not always been a smooth sail for Georgette and in today’s episode of the Orlando Podcast, she goes into detail about the difficulties she experienced in her career before she decided to make the jump to pursue photography as an entrepreneur.
Stay tuned as Georgette gives aspiring entrepreneurs valuable advice about pursuing passion.
Connect with Georgette here:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgettekeough/details/experience/
Visit the Mumasnap website:
https://lime-hawk-ft8p.squarespace.com/
In this episode of The Orlando Podcast, Host Tyler Gibson talks with Founder and CEO of Roundbox Creative Trace Carlson.
In 2007, Trace made the jump from being a corporate employee to becoming a full-time business owner. Roundbox Creative is awarded one of the Best Social Media Marketing Agencies in Spokane.
Trace Carlson’s all around agency provides online solutions from web development, web design, ecommerce development, digital marketing services and more to help businesses achieve their potential.
In this episode, Trace talks about his career story including how he founded Roundbox Creative and all the roadblocks along the way. He talks about how he was able to overcome obstacles with his NO FAIL MINDSET.
Tune in and hear exclusive digital marketing tips from this industry expert!
Learn more about Roundbox Creative here.
Roundbox Creative LinkedIn Page
Reach Trace Carlson through his LinkedIn
In this episode, we talk with Ohana Investment Partners Founder Angie Aki.
In 2019, she left her successful career in Pharmaceutical Sales and fell in love with Real Estate Investing. Her passion, drive, and talent made the dream all possible. In this episode, she shares the tried and true techniques that she learned in the biz ; including how important it is to network and build partnerships.
Fast forward to today, she has made a name for herself in the industry and has over 6 figures in the past six years with passive real estate investing. Ohana Investment Partners is a Real Estate Certified Accelerator that aims to bring their partners opportunities to grow their wealth alongside Angie.
Angie shares her though-provoking advice when it comes to investments and being successful in her career. She even gives advice on how she shaped her success-focused mindset. Listen to this episode of the Orlando Podcast and learn how to achieve financial freedom with Ohana Investment Partners Angie Aki.
You can reach Angie Aki through the following:
Website: https://ohanainvestmentpartners.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angieleeaki/
01:53 How she started with Real Estate Investing
02:48 How one falls into Real Estate Investing
03:40 The thing about Real Estate that convinced her to pursue it
05:23 Why Join a Mentorship Program
06:21 Forging your career, network, & connections through Mentorship Programs
05:59 Youtube University vs Mentorship Programs
09:05 Single Family vs Multi Family
08:05 Investing in Real Estate doesn’t have to be a solo sport
09:30 The Magic of being a Passive investor
11:29 The Importance of Partnerships
12:14 Do NOT Focus on Your Weaknesses
13:37 Leveraging your strengths
14:15 The visionary
15:10 Exiting corporate or Pharmaceutical Sales Work
16:36 Owning your Own Dream
18:55 Having Financial Fear
22:00 Limiting Beliefs
22:38 Unteaching yourself the limiting beliefs through talking with successful people
27:16 How she founded Ohana Investment Partners
26:43 What is Wholesaling
29:26 The benefits of owning it but not owning it (Passive Real Estate investing)
31:55 Find out more about Angie
In this episode, we talk with Beyond Commercial CEO, Amy Calendrino. She’s a results-driven broker and a passionate team leader who owns the largest, independent, woman-led commercial real estate brokerage in Orlando that is also a Certified Women-Business Enterprise (WBE).
Tune in as we talk about how she found her passion for real estate and what fuels it today. She shares women in business inspiration and game-changing advice for leading and growing your own business.
Key learnings:
- The gritty making of a successful entrepreneur who engages deeply in lifelong learning, passion for her work, and using core principles from “Who Not How: The Formula to Achieve Bigger Goals Through Accelerating Teamwork” by Dan Sullivan (https://whonothow.com/)
- Wise entrepreneurs, like Amy, make use of all available resources, including the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses program to launch and grow their businesses. You can learn more at www.10ksbapply.com/.
- Amy makes the most out of flexible staffing structure to meet the ebbs and flows of her business. For example, she works with Brooke Evans of CFO Alliance (https://cfoallianceinc.com/) to source her fractional CFO.
Let’s get to know this powerful business woman. To hear more from inspiring business owners in Orlando, make sure to hit that follow button!
In this episode of The Orlando Podcast, we talk with Hi-lite Coaching and Consulting CEO Jessica Villegas.
Jessica did not grow up with a lot of advantages in life as she was raised in a single parent household. Despite the hardships, she learned how to take control of her own life.
After working for 13 years in the hospitality industry, she founded her own company. If there’s anything that Jessica is passionate about, it’s providing youth with an opportunity to unlock their potential and look forward to their future. In this episode, she shares with us her journey and what inspires her today.
Tune in to this episode of The Orlando Podcast and learn all about this influential entrepreneur.
Visit the Hi-lite Coaching and Consulting Website here.
Visit their Facebook Page.
Reach Jessica through LinkedIn.
In this episode, we talk with Your Local Alarm Dealer Founder and CEO Shawnie Whitaker.
In 1989, Shawnie got into a tragic car accident and was rushed into the hospital with only a 10% chance of survival.
Inspired by the efforts of his community, family, and friends to raise the “Shawnie Whitaker Surf Trust Fund”, he knew he needed to dedicate his life to something that also helped and inspired others.
Today, Shawnie Whitaker runs his own business with a mission to provide protection and security. Learn all about his uplifting mindset, his tried and true business strategies and more!
Your Local Alarm Dealer's official website
Reach Shawnie through Facebook!
Connect with Shawnie through Linkedin!
This episode is an interesting one as it takes someone who's spent most of their life contributing to non-profit ventures and suddenly building something that creates a resounding change in his life, and the life of his family members.
If you've ever felt like you wanted to leave something to your family that allows them to have more opportunity and freedom, then this is an episode you shouldn't miss out on hearing.
At times we as professionals get caught up in moments that could potentially blindside us to a bigger picture for our future.
Unknowingly, we can become blindsided by things we want to achieve in the short term.
Michael Vaz is a true representation of how you can change the trajectory of your career, and successfully grow an asset in your family that can last for generations to come.
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