Millionaire University

In this episode, Kirsten Tyrrel interviews Jorja Leavitt Co-Founder of Sharetown.com Sharetown is a platform that facilitates the return of bulky items by redistributing them back into the local community. Saving time and money for all parties involved. Jorja shares her story of how she began her entrepreneurial journey and how she was able to start multiple successful businesses and how Sharetown "Accidentally" created their own market. She shares her simple philosophy on business success which can be replicated by anyone who wishes to live a life of financial freedom and abundance. 00:00 Introduction and Personal Story 00:22 Welcome to the Millionaire University Podcast 00:29 Experiencing Life in Maupiti, French Polynesia 01:58 Announcement: New Member of the Millionaire University Family 03:21 Kirsten Tyrrel's Introduction and Journey 05:06 Interview with Jorja Levitt, Co-founder of ShareTown 05:43 Understanding ShareTown's Business Model 08:36 The Journey of Building ShareTown 14:41 The Challenges and Successes of Scaling a Business 26:11 Mastering the Return Experience: Hiring the Right People 27:10 Challenges and Successes in Attracting the Right People 28:14 The Art of Sales and Building Trust 29:39 The Importance of Company Values and Vision 30:52 Characteristics of Successful Entrepreneurs 31:19 The Role of Company Culture in Business Success 34:01 The Future of Sharetown: Expansion and Growth 35:29 The Entrepreneurial Journey: Starting Small and Growing Big 37:15 The Power of Taking Action and Learning from Failure 44:22 Final Thoughts: The Secret to Success and the Power of Choice 44:44 Becoming a Sharetown Rep: Opportunities and Connections To get exclusive offers mentioned in this episode and to support the show, visit millionaireuniversity.com/sponsors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Summary In this episode, Justin Williams talks to Jason and Pili Yarusi about their journey and experiences in the world of commercial real estate investing. The Yarusi's began working in the restaurant and bar industry, moved to house moving and flipping, before venturing into large-scale multifamily investing back in 2016 and have since acquired a significant real estate portfolio. They discuss how to make the transition from single-family homes to apartment buildings and share insights into establishing broker relationships, understanding the difference between active and passive investing, and the importance of mentoring. They also delve into the importance of understanding the dynamics of taking calculated risks, seeking a business-savvy network, and the tax advantages investment properties offer. Furthermore, they delve into the different opportunities available for both accredited and non-accredited investors. To have a successful and thriving real estate business, The Yarusi's emphasize the significance of constantly learning, taking action, building relationships and educating oneself.Linkshttps://www.yarusiholdings.com/https://www.costar.com/https://cre.moodysanalytics.com/https://www.yardi.com/products/matrix/Time Stamp 00:00 Introduction and Background00:42 Guest Introduction: Jason and Pili Yaroussi01:47 Journey into Apartment Investing02:06 Transition from Restaurant Business to Real Estate04:00 Challenges of Running a Construction Business04:25 Transition into Real Estate and House Flipping05:17 Scaling the House Flipping Business05:58 Venturing into Large Multifamily Investing08:48 The Power of Networking and Mastermind Groups14:47 The Benefits of Commercial Investing17:52 The Process of Finding and Acquiring Properties19:24 Establishing Contact with Property Owners19:35 Broker Relationships and Direct Marketing20:36 The Role of Brokers in Property Acquisition20:56 Finding Opportunities through Various Channels22:08 Understanding the Market and Building Broker Relationships24:12 The Importance of Real Estate Resumes and Mentors25:05 The Role of Sponsors in Property Acquisition25:44 Sourcing Deals and Becoming an Acquisition Specialist26:06 Active vs Passive Partners in Property Investment26:14 Understanding the Role of Limited and Active Partners28:45 The Potential of Passive Investing32:12 Understanding the Concept of Accredited Investors34:06 The Importance of Building Relationships with Investors35:42 The Journey to Success in Business and Investing36:58 The Importance of Planting Your Financial Tree38:59 Closing Remarks and Future PlansTo get exclusive offers mentioned in this episode and to support the show, visit millionaireuniversity.com/sponsors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Podcast Summary In this episode, Justin Williams and Derrick Williams explore strategies for getting the most out of passive investments and maximizing tax savings on investment and income returns. They also share personal experiences and lessons learned from various investment opportunities, particularly in real estate. They delve into the importance of due diligence in investing, utilizing tax benefits, depreciation, syndications, and 1031 exchanges. Throughout the discussion, caution is emphasized on the high levels of risk associated with investments, and the need for individual research and decision-making. Approaches to future tax planning and tax-related implications of investments are also discussed extensively.Disclaimer: The following is for informational/educational purposes only. We do not claim to be tax or legal professionals and the information should not be taken as such advice into what you should do in your personal situation. Always consult your personal CPA or Attorney. All investments have risk. Past performance does not indicate future results. Never invest what you can't afford to lose. Some of the things talked about in this episode are things we're just looking into and still learning on our own. Nothing should be taken as factual without doing your own due diligence. Links shared here are only for convenience purposes but please do your own due diligence before considering working with anyone.Links and resources from this episode https://www.7figuremultifamily.com/https://zonacapitalgroup.com/https://odcfund.com/Podcast Time Stamp 00:00 Introduction and Disclaimer01:16 Welcome to the Millionaire University Podcast01:24 The Importance of Investing and Growing Your Business01:50 Sharing Investment Experiences and Opportunities02:51 Invitation to Derrick for Sharing His Investment Strategies04:41 Derrick's Investment Journey and Strategies05:19 Exploring Different Investment Opportunities06:08 Understanding the Concept of 1031 Exchange07:36 Investing in Open Door Capital09:58 Understanding the Concept of Syndications13:03 Strategies to Save on Taxes16:34 Investing in Banks for Better Returns19:31 Bill Allen's Influence on Derrick's Investment Strategies21:08 Considering Real Estate Investments21:20 Understanding Tax Benefits of Real Estate23:17 Strategies for Tax Savings23:50 Exploring Section 179 Deduction24:08 The Role of a CPA in Tax Savings25:08 Investment Opportunities and Accredited Investors27:55 Tax Benefits of Living in Puerto Rico32:30 The Impact of Real Estate Investors on Communities33:35 The Role of Entrepreneurs in the Economy35:14 Investing in Startups36:31 Appreciating Collaborations and NetworkingTo get exclusive offers mentioned in this episode and to support the show, visit millionaireuniversity.com/sponsors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode from the Millionaire University, Tara Williams opens up about her successful journey that took her from earning $40,000 a year to making a seven-figure income as an entrepreneur. By building and selling businesses, Tara and her husband Justin have been able to afford both financial stability and lifestyle flexibility, even allowing them to travel the world with their children while conducting their latest venture, Millionaire University, a platform created to educate and inspire budding entrepreneurs.The podcast also brings on Kirsten Tyrell, a friend, recurring guest and an entrepreneur inspired by the Williams' journey. The conversation revolves around the challenges and triumphs of pursuing entrepreneurial dreams, finding balance between business success and personal well-being, and the importance of continually pushing oneself out of their comfort zone.Tara explains how their entrepreneurial journey has not only brought financial rewards but also personal growth and an understanding that true happiness comes from within, not just financial success.In this episode we discuss...00:00 Introduction and Personal Journey00:16 Traveling in New Zealand00:52 Guest Introduction: Kirsten Tyrell01:20 Guest Introduction: Tara Williams04:40 Tara's Traveling Experience06:24 The Decision to Sell Everything and Travel08:35 The Challenges and Rewards of Travel09:45 The Impact of Travel on Personal Growth25:39 The Journey to Financial Freedom27:47 Starting a New Business: Millionaire University29:27 The Courageous Journey of Entrepreneurship29:36 The Exponential Growth of Business30:21 The Birth of Millionaire University31:41 The Power of Entrepreneurship32:06 The Journey of Homeschooling and Entrepreneurship34:32 The Evolution of Millionaire University35:10 The Impact of Entrepreneurship on Personal Growth36:58 The Power of Decision Making42:51 The Role of Money in Personal Growth47:34 The Journey of Self-Discovery and Entrepreneurship50:16 The Wisdom Gained from Entrepreneurship51:39 The Future of Millionaire University Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

6 Steps to Becoming a Freelance Copywriter with Sara EstesCopywriting is an AMAZING option for starting your own work-from-home, freedom-fulfilling job, but not enough people know about it! Copywriting is everywhere and utilized in some fashion by EVERY company (even if we don't realize it). There are so many different avenues in copywriting -- different ways to leave your mark and do incredible work for so many different people, companies, or brands.In this episode, we are joined by professional copywriter Sara Estes, the head copywriter at StoryBrand. Sara pops the lid on the copywriting industry and shares her 6 steps to how you can go from a copywriting zero to a copywriting hero and business owner in fairly short order. Let's go!!Be sure to check out this episode in article form as well!What we talk about with Sara:00:01 Introduction and Guest Background00:54 Sarah's Journey into Copywriting02:19 Understanding Copywriting and Its Importance03:15 Differences between Copywriting and Content Writing06:04 The Value of Copywriting in Business07:45 Educating Yourself in Copywriting10:39 Building a Portfolio in Google Drive13:54 Gaining Experience and Collecting Testimonials19:00 Taking Your Copywriting Business Seriously20:35 Effective Project Management for Copywriters22:08 The Power of Loom in Business Communication22:43 The Importance of Personal Connection in Copywriting23:10 Tools for Organizing Your Work24:03 The Role of Software in Entrepreneurial Organization24:39 Mastering the Art of Selling Your Services27:04 Overcoming Sales Challenges32:33 The Importance of Building an Email List32:55 Creating Authority Content and List Building34:23 The Value of Authority Content and List Building38:11 Final Thoughts and Advice for Aspiring CopywritersResources from this Episode:Learn more by checking out this blog post about 6 Steps to Becoming a Freelance CopywriterSign up for our FREE Business Course - Understand the 7 Phases of A business, so you know where you are now and where you need to go next! Go to https://www.millionaireuniversity.com/training.To get exclusive offers mentioned in this episode and to support the show, visit millionaireuniversity.com/sponsors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

One of my favorite strategies is to either use software in an existing business or start and sell a software or SaaS product of your own. The possibilities are ENDLESS!In this lesson, I speak with my good friend and business partner Trey Richards, who is one of the best software developers and just all around one of the smartest people I know and we discussed how to use software to either start a business or grow an existing business. Check it out!00:00 Introduction and Personal Updates01:45 The Power of Software in Business02:28 The Magic of Software Development03:38 The Importance of Mindset in Software Development04:38 The Difference Between a Hammer Swinger and an Architect in Software Development11:45 The Journey into Software Development19:10 Understanding Different Types of Software28:40 The Value of Owning vs Using Software31:31 The Unique Scalability of Software33:37 The Power of Software Development33:53 Understanding the MVP Model34:27 The Lean Startup Approach35:14 The Importance of Scalability in Software36:11 Building a Successful Software Company36:41 The Reality of Starting a Software Company37:08 The Journey of Five Oak40:00 The Importance of a Business Plan in Software Development43:56 The Potential of AI in Software Development45:12 The Role of Software in HR54:45 The Potential of Developing a Better Slack57:54 The Importance of Choosing the Right Developer01:00:55 The Power of Taking Action in BusinessTo get exclusive offers mentioned in this episode and to support the show, visit millionaireuniversity.com/sponsors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How to Use Killer Quizzes to Grow Your Business with Kirsten TyrrellIn the world of marketing, there are countless strategies and tactics at your disposal, each promising a path to success. In this episode, we dive into a unique and highly effective approach: leveraging quizzes to grow your business! I recently chatted with my good friend and fellow entrepreneur, Kirsten Tyrrel, about her secret sauce for making quizzes go viral on platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and Pinterest. But first, you might be thinking, why quizzes?According to Riddle.com, quizzes are more than 20X (or 2,000%) better than pop-up email collection forms…and get 400% more engagement (time on site) than other email opt-in sites.Need we say more? So if you're wondering how to create a successful marketing questionnaire, you're in luck. Kirsten broke it down for us, making it easier than ever to craft that killer marketing quiz.We've also created a super cool article that tells you all the exciting stuff from this episode. You definitely don't want to miss it, so give it a look right here!What we talk about with Kirsten:00:00 Introduction and Importance of Quizzes in Business01:18 Kirsten Tyrell's Entrepreneurial Journey04:35 The Power of Quiz Funnel Marketing07:12 The Process of Creating a Quiz Funnel10:08 The Impact of Quiz Funnels on Business Growth20:24 Balancing Entrepreneurship and Motherhood26:16 Final Thoughts and Contact InformationResources from this Episode:Blog Post: 16 Tips for Using Quizzes to Grow Your Business!Sign up for our FREE Business Course - over 300+ new business ideas, also includes the 7 Phases of a business, so you know where you are now and where you need to go next. You'll also get 7 of the most popular marketing strategies and 31 stay-on-track hacks that successful millionaires follow to grow and automate their businesses. Go to https://www.millionaireuniversity.com/training.To get exclusive offers mentioned in this episode and to support the show, visit millionaireuniversity.com/sponsors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Aaron Hale interviews me. I share our origin story and the vision of Millionaire University. I share my perspective on picking an avatar and target audiences, and the importance of just taking action. We discuss the Perfect Curriculum for young future entrepreneurs and talk about how to motivate kids toward entrepreneurship.00:00 Introduction and Thoughts on Hybrid Education00:13 Traveling in Australia: First Impressions and Experiences00:46 The Beauty of Australia: Beaches, Wildlife, and Local Life01:18 Personal Reflections and Meditations04:33 The Journey of Letting Go and Finding Peace05:18 Introduction to the Interview with Aaron Hell05:24 The Inspiring Story of Aaron Hell07:43 The Adventure of Traveling the World with Family11:25 The Perfect Curriculum for Entrepreneurship12:43 The Journey of Starting and Selling a Business19:32 The Experience of 'Retirement' and Finding Fulfillment22:57 The Birth of Millionaire University24:39 Discussing Careers with Children25:03 Inspiration Behind Millionaire University25:13 Challenges of Encouraging Entrepreneurship in Kids25:27 The Concept of Millionaire University26:21 The Problem with Society's Expectations26:31 The Need for Change in Education27:05 The Impact of Entrepreneurship on Family Life27:23 The Importance of Balancing Work and Play27:38 Experiences of Raising Entrepreneurial Kids28:19 The Importance of Practical Learning29:50 The Power of Improbable Deadlines30:24 The Concept of Procrastinating on Purpose31:13 Nurturing the Entrepreneurial Spirit in Kids34:08 The Ideal Curriculum for Millionaire University38:01 The Importance of Understanding Business Opportunities40:44 The Role of Money in Entrepreneurship41:46 The Target Audience for Millionaire University45:55 The Fulfillment of Running Millionaire University49:06 The Importance of Knowing Your Business Numbers51:35 The Importance of Action in Entrepreneurship55:49 Closing ThoughtsTo get exclusive offers mentioned in this episode and to support the show, visit millionaireuniversity.com/sponsors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

25 Tips for Making Better Business Decisions with Tara WilliamsOne of the greatest luxuries in life is the ability to make decisions. And the great thing about making decisions is that the more you make them and the more willing you are to learn from them, the better you get at making the right ones. Thus improving the results you get out of life...putting you more in line with the lifestyle you desire to live.Now yes, no one has full control over how life turns out exactly, that's what keeps it exciting, but you can set yourself up for better options and better results when life throws its curveballs.So let's talk about 25 tips for making better choices today!Also, we've put together an awesome, detailed article that captures all the highlights from this episode! Don't miss out and check it out right here! What we discuss with Tara:00:00 Introduction and Personal Experience in Bali01:21 The Power of Decision Making in Business02:20 25 Tips for Making Better Business Decisions02:42 The Influence of Self-Perception on Decision Making05:57 The Role of Personal Risk in Decision Making13:23 The Impact of Your Current Situation on Decision Making17:35 Improving Your Decision Making Skills Over Time20:22 Balancing Your Plate When Making Decisions20:57 Aligning Your Decisions with Your Goals21:19 Sharing Decision Making to Avoid Fatigue22:13 The Importance of Communicating Your Decisions22:53 The Power of Decision Making23:06 The Impact of Unfulfilled Promises23:28 The Importance of Persistence23:42 The Role of Relationships in Decision Making24:09 The Power of Belief and Persistence24:33 The Importance of Honesty in Decision Making25:13 The Impact of Decision Making on Relationships25:51 The Role of Decision Making in Business26:17 The Importance of Quality Checks in Business26:41 The Power of Decision Making in Business Success27:24 The Impact of Decision Making on Business Standards29:08 The Importance of Decision Making in Protecting Business and Families29:54 The Role of Emotional Baggage in Decision Making31:07 The Power of Tracking Results in Decision Making31:42 The Importance of Feedback in Decision Making42:14 The Role of Emotional Maturity in Decision Making42:55 The Power of Changing Your Mind in Decision Making45:27 The Importance of Organization in Decision MakingResources from this Episode:To learn more, check out this blog post: 25 Tips for Making Better Business DecisionsSign up for our FREE Business Course - over 300+ new business ideas, also includes the 7 Phases of a business, so you know where you are now and where you need to go next. You'll also get 7 of the most popular marketing strategies and 31 stay-on-track hacks that successful millionaires follow to grow and automate their businesses. Go to https://www.millionaireuniversity.com/training.To get exclusive offers mentioned in this episode and to support the show, visit millionaireuniversity.com/sponsors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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