Real Estate 101
Description: In this episode of the Commercial Real Estate 101 podcast, host Paul David Thompson sits down with Justin Goodin, a successful commercial multifamily developer based in Indianapolis. Justin shares his personal journey from traditional employment to becoming a thriving real estate developer, discussing the challenges and opportunities he has navigated in the current market. Key Takeaways: Justin Goodin's transition from a traditional career to a successful multifamily developer. The significance of self-education and networking in the real estate industry. The...
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Description: Your WakeUp Call begins when you start to challenge conventional thinking. When you empower yourself to break free from the daily grind. When you choose to design your own lifestyle and economy. Paul and Mischa discussed strategies for podcasting, including the use of guest speaking to increase impact and income, and the importance of building relationships within the podcasting community. They also explored tools for finding podcast email addresses and tracking appearances, as well as the benefits of leveraging hosts' audiences and repurposing content. Key Takeaways:...
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Description: Your WakeUp Call begins when you start to challenge conventional thinking. When you empower yourself to break free from the daily grind. When you choose to design your own lifestyle and economy. In this thought-provoking episode, Paul shares a profound life lesson he learned from a humbling experience in his corporate career. He emphasizes the importance of intellectual humility – recognizing that we don't have all the answers and being open to learning from our mistakes. Paul discusses how embracing intellectual humility can lead to greater success, resilience, and...
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Your WakeUp Call begins when you start to challenge conventional thinking. When you empower yourself to break free from the daily grind. When you choose to design your own lifestyle and economy.
In this insightful episode, we delve into the entrepreneurial journey of Mateo, the CEO of Xseed, a software development company based in Uruguay. Mateo shares his inspiring story, from his early career as a manager in the teleconsultancy industry to his transition into the outsourcing sector and eventually becoming an entrepreneur.
He highlights the challenges he faced along the way, the mindset shifts required, and the importance of networking and seizing opportunities. Mateo also emphasizes the significance of building a strong team, delegating tasks effectively, and maintaining a healthy work-life balance as a business owner.
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Embrace Networking and Opportunities: Networking plays a crucial role in overcoming challenges and unlocking valuable opportunities, especially in the entrepreneurial journey.
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Mindset Shift: Transitioning from an employee to a business owner requires a significant mindset shift, including being willing to take risks, fail quickly, and focus on areas of strength.
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Persistence and Nurturing Relationships: Mateo's journey highlights the importance of persistence, trust, and nurturing potential in relationships, as it was through consistent efforts over a decade that he became a partner and eventually the CEO.
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Building a Strong Team: Entrepreneurial success hinges on having the right people around you, both as an employee and an employer. A supportive team is essential for overcoming challenges and achieving goals.
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Work-Life Balance: While entrepreneurship demands dedication and commitment, maintaining a healthy work-life balance is crucial for overall well-being and long-term success.
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Delegation and Seeking Advice: Effective delegation of tasks and seeking advice from others are vital strategies for entrepreneurs, enabling them to focus on their strengths and leverage the expertise of their team.
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About Today’s Guest:
Mateo is the CEO and co-founder of Xseed, a software development company based in Uruguay. His journey from an employee to a successful entrepreneur is a testament to perseverance and adaptability. Originally starting as a manager in the teleconsultancy industry, Mateo transitioned to the outsourcing sector before taking the leap into entrepreneurship. This transition required a significant mindset shift, embracing risk-taking and focusing on his strengths.
Through over a decade of consistent efforts, nurturing relationships, and building trust, Mateo became a partner in a software company and eventually ascended to the role of CEO at Xseed. Today, Xseed provides staff augmentation and project services to US companies across various industries, with a diverse team of specialists. Mateo's compelling story highlights the importance of networking, seizing opportunities, building strong teams, and maintaining a healthy work-life balance – invaluable lessons for aspiring entrepreneurs.