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#14: From Fear to Financial Freedom- Five Steps To Learn How to Leverage Real Estate Investing

Release Date: 07/02/2025

#14: From Fear to Financial Freedom- Five Steps To Learn How to Leverage Real Estate Investing

Worth Knowing with Bonnie Habyan

In this power-packed episode of *Worth Knowing*, Brooke Ceballos-Pinero and Shirley Baez reveal how they turned fear into fuel, transforming from intimidated beginners to seasoned real estate investors. They share how education and grit helped them navigate multi-million dollar deals with confidence. This is your masterclass in crushing self-doubt, leveraging knowledge, and building a real estate empire. Download now and get inspired! About Shirley Baez and Brooke Ceballos-Pinero Brooke is a passive investor in 676 units, a sponsor in 481 units, Triple-Net (NNN), and startups. She’s...

#13 From Ivy League to Inmate (Part 2): Rashmi Airan's Journey of Resilience

Worth Knowing with Bonnie Habyan

In this powerful episode of "Worth Knowing," we explore the remarkable story of Rashmi Airan, a former Ivy League attorney who became Inmate 05121104. For six long months in federal prison, Rashmi faced the harsh realities of incarceration, but it was within those walls that she discovered her inner strength and resilience. Once driven by a relentless pursuit of success, Rashmi's life took a drastic turn with a federal conviction for bank fraud, stripping her of her career and freedom. Instead of allowing this to define her, she transformed her experience into a journey of growth and...

#12: From Ivy League to Inmate (Part 1): Rashmi Airan's Journey of Resilience

Worth Knowing with Bonnie Habyan

#11: From OJ Simpson Case to Best Selling Author - Marcia Clark Shares Latest Real Crime Book Release and How Resilience Is Key to Success and Reinvention

Worth Knowing with Bonnie Habyan

Marcia Clark, best known as the lead prosecutor in the O.J. Simpson trial, has become a trailblazer for women in law and beyond. Her journey from courtroom to bestselling author reflects her resilience and determination to redefine herself amidst intense public scrutiny. On this episode of Worth Knowing, Clark dives into her latest book, *Trial by Ambush*, which examines the 1953 Barbara Graham case—a story that highlights gender bias, media sensationalism, and the notion that all cases are subject to societal, cultural, and political winds. Clark shares how her experiences during the...

#10: Money Moves: Ten Negotiation Secrets Every Woman Professional Needs to Hear

Worth Knowing with Bonnie Habyan

Keri-Lynne Shaw is a former Chief People Officer and current CEO of the Salary Bump who is on a mission to help women by pulling back the corporate curtain and expose the truth about negotiation blind spots. She doesn't just share tips—she delivers a career-changing manifesto that exposes how fear, self-doubt, and a fundamental misunderstanding of professional worth keep women from reaching their earning potential. With razor-sharp insights from her years inside corporate HR, she breaks down the unspoken and unknown strategies that can help professionals understand the why and how they...

#9: Three Ways to Grow Plants and a Thriving National Business with Your BFF

Worth Knowing with Bonnie Habyan

In this episode of "Worth Knowing," we dive into the world of Kate Ferguson, co-founder of Flourish Plant Care. Kate's journey from quantum physics to cultivating houseplants is as unexpected as it is inspiring. Kate and her high school BFF Lila Sullivan turned their struggle to find suitable plant care products into a thriving business. Their friendship, rooted in mutual support, has grown into a partnership that's changing the plant care landscape. Listeners will hear about Flourish Plant Care's origin, starting from a coffee shop chat to becoming a full-fledged brand. Kate's background...

#8: Dare to Disrupt: How Hint Founder Kara Goldin Turns Challenges into Opportunities

Worth Knowing with Bonnie Habyan

Kara Goldin is a powerhouse entrepreneur who transformed her health journey into Hint, a revolutionary unsweetened flavored water brand that's now a staple in Silicon Valley's top companies like Google and Facebook and in stores across the country. From her days as an AOL executive to becoming the founder of a multi-million beverage company, Kara embodies the spirit of an "accidental entrepreneur" who turned personal wellness into a game-changing business. She's bold, relentlessly curious, and proof that asking the right questions that can disrupt entire industries - in her case, creating a...

#7: Three Ways To Embrace Your Inner Drive to Become a Successful Entrepreneur

Worth Knowing with Bonnie Habyan

Shirah Benarde was 16 when she and her brother beat out 40,000 others to appear on Shark Tank with her innovative product that battles a growing problem. It is called Nightcap - a drink protection cover. Millions in sales later, Shirah shares her personal experience and middle-of-the-night "ah ha" dream that turned her vision into a mission that has not only turned into a profitable business but has helped shape legislation to protect young people. Shirah Benarde might be only 22 years old, but she has already helped keep over half a million people safe from drink spiking with her viral...

#6: Three Ways To Position Yourself to Rise to the Top in Your Career

Worth Knowing with Bonnie Habyan

Elina Vilk fell in love with business and marketing at 12 years-old when she crushed a school contest selling candy and won admission to the local theme park. That created a life-long passion for creativity and innovation that has landed her in top roles at Yahoo, PayPal, Facebook, Hootsuite, and now David's Bridal as the Chief Business Officer. In this episode of Worth Knowing, Elina shares her secret sauce of adopting creative innovation as the tool to fuel her success. Plus, she shares her thoughts on ho

#5: Three Ways to Battle Back And Get on Track to Follow Your Dreams After a Major Life Event

Worth Knowing with Bonnie Habyan

Imagine being nearly killed in a hit and run accident and then emerging with more fire than ever to pursue your passion. This is Kat Pattillo's journey and she shares it with Worth Knowing. From her life-threatening experience in 2019 to becoming a leader in education reform, Kat's perspective on life and career goals changed after her brush with death. Kat shares insights on resilience, long-term thinking, and advice for overcoming challenges, highlighting how her near-death experience shaped her approach

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Brooke is a passive investor in 676 units, a sponsor in 481 units, Triple-Net (NNN), and
startups. She’s currently flipping houses with investors to fund these projects. She’s
leveraging her 22 years in corporate and mentorships to scale her businesses while
educating women and minorities on investing.

Brooke founded Empower Capital, Multifamily Momentum, Voice Publishing, and co-
managed and co-authored the Real Women in Real Estate book trilogy.

She recently moved from Northern California to North Dallas with her family, where she’s
adjusting to the construction and wild drivers but enjoys the BBQ.

Shirley Baez is an extraordinary individual who’s remarkable
journey has led her to become a beacon of empowerment
and inspiration for countless others. With 20 years of service
as a Special Operations Army Veteran, Shirley's transition
into the Multifamily space reflects her unwavering dedication
to excellence and her passion for creating wealth through
strategic investments. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in
Organizational Leadership and a Master’s in Strategic
Leadership, further solidifying her expertise in guiding
others to lead effectively and build lasting legacies.

As a published author of Lead Your Ship and a co-author of bestselling series such as
Powerful Female Immigrants who Inspire Greatness and Real Women In Real Estate Vol 1
and 2, Shirley's words resonate deeply, offering insights and guidance to those seeking to
unlock their full potential. As the founder of LeadHERship Academy, founding partner of
Leader’s Edge Academy, and co-founder of Crack the Wealth Code, Shirley's mission is
clear: to empower corporate professionals and business owners to excel as resilient leaders
while building personal wealth. Her visionary leadership and unwavering dedication to
uplifting others have had a profound impact on countless individuals.

Shirley Baez and Brooke Ceballos-Pinero on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shirley-baez/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/brookeceballospinero/

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