The Mentee Podcast

It is easy to find ourselves sidetracked in a society with constantly developing technologies and social media. Sometimes we indulge ourselves in distractions to the point we're unable to complete necessary tasks. To achieve our goals, we must figure out ways to not let distractions take over our control.  Peter Shankman, best-selling author and CEO of ShankMinds joins me to talk about how you can overcome distractions to achieve your goals. Are you having trouble staying focused on your tasks? How do you take control of your life to prevent straying from the good? Peter takes his understanding and experience with ADHD to show us the way. Tune in to the episode to take control of your life and learn to stay focused on your goals.Here are some power takeaways from today’s conversation:Plan everything beforehand Discipline yourself with rulesUnderstand yourself and your prioritiesIt's okay to be differentEpisode Highlights:[4:24] Having ADHD and Controlling DistractionsADHD is when distracti

Real estate investing is tough without a plan. Some beginners think real estate investment starts when they buy a property. But that is not always the case.Sterling Chapman of Crestworth Capital joins me to explain how to grow your portfolio strategically. We also talk about how to achieve success in the real estate industry. What do we need to do, and with whom?Tune in to the episode to change how you strategize your portfolio growth!Here are some power takeaways from today’s conversation:Buy the right property The mindset you need to succeedLearn why you should delegateWhat separates you from successEpisode Highlights:[03:57] Find the Right Property Let go of attachments to locations when buying property. Sterling also recommends asking the following: Population trends — is the population increasing or decreasing? Job market — how good and diverse is the market? Crime and poverty rates, and supply and demand?  [08:59] Sterling’s Secrets to Growth Sterling's first property was in 201

Mothers will sacrifice anything and everything for their children. From the health risks of pregnancy to nurturing their kids throughout their lives, mothers truly do it all. And sometimes, this comes at the cost of their own happiness. But mothers don’t have to be martyrs.Alyce Dailey, the author of The Magic Mother, joins me to discuss how you can be happy as a mother and an entrepreneur. Are you feeling burned out from a stale life as a mompreneur? How can your ideal situation become a reality?Tune in to the episode to develop a mindset toward happiness and success as a parent.Here are some power takeaways from today’s conversation:Happiness is a decision.You can be selfish.Use your life experience to your advantage.You are not alone.Episode Highlights:[08:13] Reevaluate Your Situation, Decide What You Want, then Do itOn your journey to happiness, it’s vital to reflect on where you are and where you want to be. If change is necessary, then don’t hesitate to make adjustments. Waiting until it’s too late mea

As parents, we do our best to inspire our children and the generations that come after us. One of the proudest moments you can have a parent is when your child comes to you and says that they want to do what you do.My daughter, Maggie Graves, joins us in this special episode of the Mentee Podcast. Through personal initiative and determination, Maggie takes over as host to share a message. She even came prepared with a script of her own. Her display of passion and great potential makes me proud as a father.Tune into this episode and join my appreciation for this moment.Here are some power takeaways from today's conversationAppreciate the special momentsInspiration leads to happy surprisesReward and encourage effortThe potential of children is endlessResources MentionedConnect with Wyatt Graves: LinkedIn | WebsiteListen to more episodes of The Mentee Podcast: Website | Apple | SpotifyJoin the Mentorship Mastermind CommunityApply for our next VIP event on April 21 Here. Buy and Sell property with Kaizen: We

Just like everybody else, we’ve faced shame and struggled with our sense of worth in our lives. Now, we’re on the path to reconnecting with our true selves and finding “our people” .Dr. Kelly Flanagan joins us on The Mentee Podcast as we talk about the journey of finding our sense of worthiness and reconnecting with our true selves. How can we share our true selves with our treasured relationships? What does it feel like to feel worthy?We answer these questions and more in this episode so join us in our conversation about worthiness!Here are some power takeaways from today’s conversation:Shame and ego are part of the journeyBe wise in your vulnerabilityFind people on the same pathWorthiness isn’t equal to your bank accountFeel worthy. It’s time to play and have fun!Episode Highlights:[11:45] Losing and Finding Our Sense of WorthAs we live our lives, we go through steps of losing our original sense of worth, building a false self, and finally reconnecting with our true self and sense of worth. As we find our t

Are you ready for success? Of course you are—who isn’t?But getting to the top takes more than just ambition. Becoming successful won’t happen overnight. In this episode, I’ll be talking about what it really takes to become successful, touch on important principles and habits, and discuss valuable elements required to ascend the ladder of success.Here are some power takeaways from today’s conversation:Know what success looks like to youFollow a modelMove out of your comfort zoneDetermine successful habitsFind your peopleEpisode Highlights:[2:31] Defining SuccessSuccess is getting what you want. So before you can be successful, you must know what you truly want. For you to be successful at the end of 2023, what has to happen?[6:08] Getting Clear on Your SuccessConnections are critical to your success. What is it about the best version of yourself that’s important to you? Why is it important to your family? Your community?When you play small, other people are being left behind because you might be part of the fi

Are you tired of feeling like life is passing you by? Do you want to start living a good life this year, but don’t know how or where to even begin?It can feel daunting and overwhelming when trying to undertake a massive lifestyle change. The truth is that beginning your journey towards creating the good life is within your reach. In this episode, we’ll be talking about what the good life means and how you can start achieving your goals today.Here are some power takeaways from today’s conversation:Focus on the gainDream big and act smallClarify your desired future selfDetermine your good lifeFind the right peopleEpisode Highlights:[6:55] Moving Past the Mind ChatterLooking back on 2022, I can see tremendous progress. But even with all the wins and growth, the “mind chatter” is still there.Following a model while working toward your goals feels unnatural. That might make you feel like you’re losing. But in reality, you’re winning slowly. Focus on the gain. Move past the mind chatter toward your goals. See how y

You might have an idea of what you want your life to be, but do you have a roadmap to get there? Having a vision and setting goals are your first two steps to getting started. With the right mentors, a plan in place, and dedication and hard work, you can reach your goals and make your vision come to life.In this episode of The Mentee Podcast, I interview Matt Buck about how he turned his life around — from being an 'aimless' kid to working with an established real estate persona. He also shares how having the right mentor helped put him in the right direction for success. Here are some power takeaways from today’s conversation:The key is to know what you want. Leverage your experiences, and think about how you can use them to grow and develop. Have a vivid vision and main goal. Work backward from there. Nail down your goals and follow through. Have a personal brand that reflects your morals and beliefs. Episode Highlights:[03:14] The Importance of Knowing What You Want Clari

There are two important aspects of living a fulfilling life: taking care of yourself and being kind. Do not let the negativities of life bring you down. Be your own advocate and pay the goodness forward by being an advocate for others. Even the smallest of acts can make a big difference in someone’s life.In this episode of The Mentee Podcast, I interview the voice behind Scooby Doo, Scott Innes, about how he pushed through life and achieved all his goals. He also shares the value of kindness and his now-life mission of paying goodness forward. Here are some power takeaways from today’s conversation:People are stewards of goodwill. Do not live in the past. Instead, imagine the future. Be kind. You can be the answer or the cure to someone’s life. Learn to sell yourself. Episode Highlights:[09:23] Scott’s Trophy StoryScott shares that he has a trophy superglued in his house. It was an award he won as a child that was destroyed to pieces after an incident with his mother. His stepfather f

Real estate investment is one of the most tried and tested ways to build passive income. It presents many opportunities to generate wealth and value, but it also requires courage. Having a mentor to guide you significantly boosts your chances of success.In this episode of The Mentee Podcast, Jan Wanot shares his real estate investment journey and how it improved his quality of life. He also describes the joy of partnering with people who would invest as he does.What's the right mindset for investing in real estate, and what makes a tempting deal? Tune in to the episode to learn all about it!Here are some power takeaways from today’s conversation:Investing in real estate takes courage.Look for mentors and investment partners to succeed.Carefully weigh the gains and risks of any business venture.Grow your portfolio.Episode Highlights:[05:03] The Beginning of Jan’s Real Estate Investment StoryWhen Jan left college, he worked and saved around $20,000 annually. He realized he needed to do more to grow financially.

People often think of real estate investing as buying and flipping houses or renting apartments. But there’s another option that can be just as lucrative: mobile home parks.Derek Vickers joins me to talk about mobile home park investing. Investing in mobile home parks probably never even crossed your mind. But believe it or not, investing in mobile home parks could be a great way to build your portfolio and create passive income.Tune in to the episode to find out how to start investing in mobile home parks!Here are some power takeaways from today’s conversation:Search for trailer parksProvide affordable housingLook out for rent growthUnderwrite conservativelyInvest in capital improvementsEpisode Highlights:[05:33] Getting Into Trailer Park Investing There are many benefits to investing in mobile home parks. Tenants tend to stay for good, and the expense ratio is lower than the standard multifamily. Here are some steps to get started: 1.) Find a list of mobile home parks. 2.) Drive out and talk to the own

We live in a world that glamorizes the grind and the hustle. But is it really fulfilling to spend the rest of your life just blindly paying off bills? Yes, you have to work hard. But you have to work smarter. It’s not impossible, and you’re never too young to achieve financial freedom.Matthew Amabile, real estate investor and founder of Amabile Investments, joins me to talk about how to attain financial freedom. What are the secrets to reaching financial freedom in just two years? Here are some power takeaways from today’s conversation:Increase your income while decreasing your expensesFollow the four-unit hackBuild relationships with partners and investorsBuy properties and refinanceEpisode Highlights:[04:31] Goal of Financial FreedomThe idea is to make a certain amount of money a month and keep your expenses low to do whatever you want. Matt earns $7,000 a month in passive income from rental properties. From this, he only spends around $3,000 a month.[08:28] Four-Unit House HackMatt bought a condemned

Many people might believe that being a millionaire is out of reach. But becoming a millionaire is not a matter of luck or chance. It takes hard work, discipline, and planning.David Vernich, a commercial lender and passive income coach, joins me to talk about how you can elevate your real estate investments and achieve financial freedom. With his strategies and tips, you can start your journey from middle class to millionaire and learn how to break free from the chains that are holding you back.Tune in to the episode to make your journey to millionaire status a reality!Here are some power takeaways from today’s conversation:Try alternative investmentsFind the right mentorUse credit to buy assetsAdd more to your 401(k)Accumulate your inventoryEpisode Highlights:[08:30] Living Financially FreeYou don’t need to retire to enjoy a life of leisure. People need the challenge of work, solving problems, and giving back to others. Passive income creates more financial freedom now.[12:36] Exploring Alternative Investment

We empower ourselves as we strive for growth and connection when there is psychological safety at work, home, and in your community.Teresa Mitrovic, a psychological safety coach, joins me in a conversation about why feeling safe is important in our lives. Whether it’s in our workplace or at home, how can you create a safe space built on trust? What can you do to encourage connection in your community?Tune in to this episode and listen to understand how you can bring psychological safety into your life.Here are some power takeaways from today’s conversation:Encourage connection rather than self-protectionThe right people can support and empower youBe present and be awareRemove fear and build trust in your connectionsEpisode Highlights:[09:29] Defining Psychological Safety Psychological safety is when we feel safe at a cognitive and emotional level. When we remove fear, we remove the friction, doubt, and uncertainty it can create. This safety foundation creates a space that allows you to speak up and be vu

What do wealthy and successful people have in common? Mastering the art of organization and efficiency. Processes are a key ingredient to their success. If you want to join their ranks, then you need to start optimizing your own processes. Don’t worry—it’s not as daunting as it sounds!Simon Severino, the author of Strategy Sprints, joins me to talk about optimizing your processes and accelerating growth to create an agile, successful business.Here are some power takeaways from today’s conversation:Optimize your processesBe agileOffer people what they needUse emails for salesGo on a vacationEpisode Highlights:[04:26] The Importance of ProcessesThe first years of running a business aren’t fun. You want to have zero people risk, and you can do that by creating great processes. Break down your processes with these steps: Find out what’s working and what’s not. Map out what’s working and create the core valuation process. Pick one to turn into the flagship offer. Optimize it every week.[09:02] Strategy Sprints Met

There's a lot of buzz about real estate investing, and we get it. It is the quickest and safest way to financial independence. However, not everyone succeeds in this venture because they lack the right people, systems, and vision.In this episode of The Mentee podcast, I invited Brandon Turner — a real estate broker, author, and speaker — to discuss investing in real estate. He talked about the fundamentals of starting a business, finding the right talent, identifying the critical factors in achieving massive growth, and much more! Here are some power takeaways from today’s conversation:Stop living in the past Find the right people, systems, and visionEstablish your reputationOnly hire people who earn their spotProperties are businessesEpisode Highlights:[07:05] Nobody Knows EverythingNobody knows everything about the changing market, but you can prepare ahead of time. There are multiple sources available today that can help you in planning.[13:07] Hire From the Top DownMost people start their busine

Real estate is a great way to make money. But if your only goal is financial growth, you'll have a miserable time working in real estate. There should be a deeper purpose to having money and growing your career. In this episode, I hosteded Cam Cathcart, a 31-year-old broker who built a 40-unit real estate portfolio worth $8.1 million in just two years. He gives important lessons on building a purposeful career, betting on yourself, achieving financial freedom, and tracking your net worth. Tune in to find out how you too can start a career built around a purpose. Here are some power takeaways from today’s conversation:Find your purpose. Money gives freedom to do what needs to be done.Bet on yourself. Track your net worth. Good life abounds when you can spend it with people who matter to you most. Resources Mentioned:Pep Talk: Daily Motivation AppCam’s Business Insider ArticleConnect with Wyatt Graves: LinkedIn | WebsiteThe Mentee Podcast: Website | Apple | SpotifyConnect with

Speeding up the results is always a tempting offer. However, speed often creates drag in our lives. The more we rush things, the more we drag the process down.This is a simple principle of aerodynamics. So in this episode of The Mentee Podcast, I invited Nick McLean, a real estate broker and trained airline pilot, to talk about this. He shares the importance of slowing down, committing to your routine, and trusting the process. Reduce drag in your life and reach your life’s maximum potential.Does this sound like something you need to learn? Tune in to this episode, and start getting rid of the drag impeding your life!Here are some power takeaways from today’s conversation:Stick to your routine.Eliminate the drag in life.Do not be ashamed of what you do.Push on despite impediments.Episode Highlights:[03:24] Nick’s Writing RegimenFor Nick, writing his thoughts is an essential routine. Every day, he writes about his learnings and ideas, whether it’s about real estate, aerodynamics, or life. Then, he shares them

Do you suffer from impostor syndrome? That’s great news! It means you are one step closer to becoming your desired future self! In this episode, I talk about embracing impostor syndrome and taking intentional actions toward your desired future self. I also talk about what’s next for The Mentee and what’s in store for you as we rebrand and rebirth Inner Circle into Mastermind Mentorship Community. Tune in if you want to know how to start the journey to becoming your future desired self. Here are some power takeaways from today’s conversation:Reframe and embrace impostor syndrome. Be intentional in understanding the person you want to become.Find the right mentors to bring you to your desired future self. Decide to be your desired future self today. Episode Highlights:[03:52] Mentorship Mastermind CommunityThe Mentorship Mastermind Community, formerly Inner Circle, is a platform designed to bring mentors into your world through the podcast and membership-based community. It aims to

What's the secret ingredient that ensures you get a conversation with a client going?Your business needs leads to thrive, scale, and profit. There are many ways to send out leads, but optimization is the name of the game. Ryan Corcoran, a medical-professional-turned-real-estate-investor, joins me to discuss real estate. We uncover what you need to know to follow up on leads, optimize your data lists, and the secret method that practically ensures that people respond to your letters.Here are some power takeaways from today’s conversation:How to get responses by sending lettersWhat to do to perfect your mailingDifferentiate good property management from mediocreUnderstand how to optimize your data listsEpisode Highlights:[05:13] Ryan’s BackgroundRyan's owns over 200 multifamily units. He also has an online course he created after realizing he was spending too much time answering questions. Ryan started at 21 and grew the units he owned from 0 to 240 in seven years.[11:47] How Ryan Buys PropertiesRyan buys