Strive For 25

In Episode 9 of Strive for 25 Season 2, "100 Stories of Increasing Income," we welcome Parker Biederer, an inspiring entrepreneur who turned his Amazon business into a full-time venture in less than a year. Starting his Amazon business in the fall of 2023, Parker scaled rapidly and was able to leave his healthcare job by the spring of 2024.

In this episode, Parker shares his step-by-step process for building and scaling his Amazon business, the challenges he faced, and how he achieved the freedom to quit his traditional 9-to-5. Whether you’re thinking about starting an e-commerce business or just wan...

In Episode 8 of Strive for 25 Season 2, "100 Stories of Increasing Income," we’re joined by Aaron Ameen, a business consultant turned real estate investor and educator. Aaron shares his incredible journey of ascending through the business consulting world to increase his income, investing in real estate to build wealth, and launching his very own real estate academy to empower others to achieve their financial goals.

Aaron’s story is a perfect example of how diversifying income streams and sharing knowledge can amplify both personal success and impact. This episode offers valuable insights for anyone looking to grow...

In Episode 7 of Strive for 25 Season 2, "100 Stories of Increasing Income," we feature the Stay Winning Podcast, known as the smoothest voice in crypto! In this episode, we explore their journey into the crypto world, building a brand, and successfully monetizing on platforms like YouTube and X (formerly Twitter).

Stay Winning Podcast shares their strategies for creating engaging content, growing an audience, and generating multiple streams of income in the fast-paced and ever-evolving crypto space. Whether you’re interested in content creation, crypto, or social media monetization, this episode is packed with insights and actionable advice.

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In Episode 6 of Strive for 25 Season 2, "100 Stories of Increasing Income," we’re joined by Rider Harris, a visionary entrepreneur who has built a successful agency "Go Bananas AI" that helps clients harness the power of AI to scale their businesses. Rider’s expertise in leveraging AI tools and strategies to drive growth and streamline operations has turned his agency into a go-to resource for companies looking to stay ahead in the digital age.

In this episode, Rider shares the secrets to building a profitable AI-focused agency, the challenges of working in a rapidly evolving tech space...

In Episode 5 of Strive for 25 Season 2, "100 Stories of Increasing Income," we’re joined by Lauren Elaine, a passionate conservationist and savvy real estate investor. Lauren has created a unique income stream through her work rescuing endangered tortoises, a venture that’s both fulfilling and profitable. Alongside her rescue efforts, she has successfully scaled a diverse real estate portfolio and operates multiple horse farms, creating a balanced life of passion, purpose, and financial growth.

Lauren’s story is a testament to how following your passion can open up unexpected doors to income while making a positive impact...

In Episode 4 of Strive for 25 Season 2, "100 Stories of Increasing Income," we’re joined by The Violin Guy, an inspiring musician who has mastered the art of building a personal brand in the digital music space. Known for his unique Witty Banter amongst a cast of alter ego characters on short video, The Violin Guy has attracted over 60,000 YouTube subscribers, 40,000 followers on TikTok, and 40,000 followers on Instagram. He shares his journey of leveraging Spotify, YouTube, and social media to turn his passion into a profitable business.

The Violin Guy’s story is a perfect example of how a...

In this third episode of Strive for 25 Season 2, "100 Stories of Increasing Income," we’re joined by Bodhi Gallo, an innovative entrepreneur who scaled a dumpster rental business by leveraging SEO, systems, and automation. With a solid background in SEO marketing, Bodhi has helped multiple businesses grow, but it’s his journey into dumpster rentals that has truly unlocked his cash flow potential.

Bodhi’s story is a masterclass in business strategy: he shares how building systems and cash flows can create a more hands-off, scalable business. Tune in to learn how Bodhi applied his SEO expertise and focus...

Welcome back to Strive for 25 as we continue Season 2 of "100 Stories of Increasing Income"! In this second episode, we sit down with Dylan Favazza, an inspiring solopreneur who has mastered the art of scaling an Amazon arbitrage business. Dylan is originally from St. Louis and now calls San Antonio, TX home. With a background in real estate investing and fix-and-flip projects, Dylan took a leap of faith and went all-in on his Amazon arbitrage business—turning it into a thriving venture.

Dylan shares how he identified opportunities in the Amazon marketplace, scaled his business, and navigated the ch...

Strive for 25 Podcast - Season 2, Episode 1

Title: Kicking Off Season 2 with Leonard Anderson: The Fix & Flip Master of St. Louis

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Welcome back to the Strive for 25 Podcast! We are thrilled to launch Season 2 of "100 Stories of Increasing Income" with an incredible first episode featuring Leonard Anderson, a seasoned real estate investor and fix-and-flip expert from the St. Louis metro area. Leonard has successfully flipped over 50 homes throughout his career, and in this episode, he shares the insider strategies that have fueled his success in the fix-and-flip market.

We had the...

“The goal should be: ‘Am I a little better than I was yesterday?’. ” - Dan Chlebowski

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Tune in to this mini episode as Joel talks with Dan Chlebowski on the topic of personal branding, particularly focusing on creating leverage and attracting like-minded people. The conversation highlights the broad concept of personal branding and the importance of starting somewhere to build a brand. It covers the challenges and efforts of organizing an event without a strong social media presence and the legwork involved, such as phone calls, emails, and texts. The discussion also del...

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In this episode of the Strive for 25 podcast, the host interviews two guests at the Bulletin of Authority event in St. Louis. The first guest, Billy Baker, discusses the importance of networking and taking action in order to grow his kitchen and bathroom remodeling business. The second guest, Dr. Smiley, emphasizes the need for a marketing plan in book publishing and shares insights on how to have a successful podcast. The conversation also touches on the power of consistency, the impact of purpose, and the importance of personal branding.
 

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“A lot of people say they want financial freedom, but what they’re really after is time freedom.” - Bronson Hill

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This week on Strive for 25 our featured guest is Bronson Hill, an expert in real estate investing and author of 'Fire Yourself'. Bronson shares his journey from working as a medical device sales representative to achieving time and financial freedom through real estate investing. He discusses the transition from single-family to multifamily properties, leveraging syndication to raise funds, and diversifying into various cashflow-generating ventures such as ATMs, car washes, and oil an...

“It's about getting somebody to click and actually end up in the checkout. But that whole process has to be understood.” - Matt Levenhagen

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How do you get people to your website?

In this interview, Joel hosts Matt Levenhagen, founder of Unified Web Design, a web design and development agency with over 20 years of experience. Matt shares his journey to becoming a pivotal figure in web design and affiliate marketing. He shares his passion for building custom websites for clients, including his approach to balancing beautiful design with functional conv...

“Everybody’s got a talent. You just gotta find that talent that God blessed you with. A lot of times, somebody can find it early. A lot of times, people gotta seek it. But, the good thing about God and this thing called life, everybody has a talent.” - Devon Alexander

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Strive for 25 visits career day!

This week Joel interviews multiple boxing world champion, Devon Alexader during a career day at Newbury Intermediate School in Missouri. Joel and Devon Alexander discuss Devon’s journey from a young aspiring boxer to world...

“It’s about finding the solution for the seller, not what I think works best for them or what I want.” - Chris Iannotti

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How can you sell your home when you can’t go traditional routes?

This week we talk with Chris Iannotti, a member of Real Estate Misfits in Nashville, Tennessee, about his creative deal structures, seller financing, and subject-to-transactions deals. Chris covers the challenges of the retail market, the legality and viability of wholesaling, creative exit strategies for sellers, and advice for both newcomers and seasoned professi...

“Sell them what they want, and give them what they need.” - Joel Farrell

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In this illuminating episode, Joel Farrell shares invaluable insights into the art of personal branding and its pivotal role in achieving business success. Drawing from his own journey, Joel emphasizes the significance of establishing a strong online presence and leveraging social media platforms to connect with clients effectively. He delves into the power of storytelling and consistency in content creation, highlighting how these elements can resonate with audiences and foster trust. Joel also discusses the importance of netw...

“It’s a little bit frustrating to get on YouTube and hear all these experts talk about real estate, and it not really feel relatable because they’re not starting right now.” - Sierra Smith

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Join Joel this week as he sits down with Sierra Smith, a seasoned real estate investor, and serial entrepreneur, to explore the ins and outs of starting a successful side hustle. Sierra shares her journey, filled with unexpected twists from accidental real estate flipping to navigating the world of unsuccessful blog ventures. Through candid conversation, she unveils...

“It saves the seller a lot of money, time, and effort if they would even consider the option of auctioning their home vs. the traditional listing of a property." - Jeannette Gray

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This week on Strive for 25, Joel talks with Jeannette Gray about auction properties.  

They discuss the misconception that auctions only involve bank-owned or foreclosed properties and explain how auctions can include properties from various sources such as banks, sellers, and estate sales. Jeannette provides insights into the process of auctioning properties, including the role of auction houses, set...

“It’s really important to know what it is exactly that you want. Because if you’re ready to be free, then I say get free!” - Scott Smith

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How will you protect your wealth?

In this episode of the Strive 25 podcast, guest Scott Royal Smith, CEO of Royal Legal Solutions, delves into the crucial aspects of investment and tax strategies essential for safeguarding and maximizing wealth. With a focus on understanding financial goals and taking decisive actions, Scott emphasizes the importance of asset protection and tax planning in the purs...

“I preach against people doing things with financial advisors...AKA salesmen in suits.” - Chris Miles

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Do you want the financial advice that financial advisors won’t give you?

This week on the Strive for 25 podcast we get the inside scoop from Cashflow Expert and ANTI-Financial Advisor Chris Miles, who says financial advisors are just salesmen. “They give financial advisors licenses to sell products. They’re really  just salespeople in suits.” - Chris Miles

Chris shares his personal journey from being a financial advisor to a becoming a promoter of...

“Throwing myself in there is the best way to learn.” - Josh Martin


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How can you successfully scale in real estate?

This week on Strive for 25, Josh Martin shares his journey into real estate investment, the lessons he’s learned, and the steps he's taken to acquire his first rental property. Josh covers his move from California to Washington, the role mentorship has played in his journey, how he learned to scale, things he wished he had known before, and the strategies he's adopted to keep his expenses in check to fac...

“People don’t really understand the impact that taxes have on some of the decisions they have to make.” - Jamie Lima

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How will you maintain financial stability through the divorce process?

This week’s guest, Jamie Lima, a seasoned financial planner with extensive experience in divorce planning and wealth building is here to answer your questions about divorce planning and wealth building. Jamie and Joel discuss the statistics of divorce, the financial planning industry, and divorce's financial impacts. Jamie shares divorce planning strategies, tax implications, and ways to balance...

“You have to take risks if you want to do big things.”  - Nayeli Sharp

“How can I figure out, every way to make money while we sleep.” - Jason Sharp

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In this power-packed episode of Strive for 25, Joel sits down with Jason and Nayeli Sharp who have managed to build a remarkable empire, commencing from a place of financial uncertainty. Jason's journey from a challenging background to being part of the National Guard, while simultaneously investing in rental properties is vividly shared. Nayeli, a nephrologist and real estate developer...

“Allows me so much freedom to navigate without the risks that a lot of traditional investors have when they purchase these houses..”  - Nicholas Thiele

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Who wants a playbook on house rehabbing?

This week Nicholas Thiele, founder of All Around Improvements, a company based in the St. Louis area that helps many individuals perfect their real estate rehab process,  shares his playbook on successful home rehabs!

Nicholas discusses his experiences in rehabbing properties, his successful shift from construction to investment, and his approaches to acquiring properties. He also e...

“My purpose is to go back and help other people connect with the right books at the right time, so they can change their life in the right way.”  - Nick Hutchison

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This week on Strive for 25, meet Nick Hutchison, founder of Book Thinkers. Nick is a top 2% podcaster, an aspiring author, and a successful entrepreneur all under the age of 35! Nick joins Joel to share his journey of overcoming insecurities and acquiring financial literacy through reading books. He provides insight into how he grew his business, Book Thinkers - a digit...

“There’s gonna be wins and losses, it’s all about getting better and better.”  - Joel Farrell

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In the 100th episode of Strive for 25, Joel reflects on the program's history and outlines his plans for its future. The primary goal of the program is to help listeners build wealth and achieve financial freedom. Joel emphasizes the use of the stair-step method and investing in real estate to achieve financial goals. With his saving equations, extensive experience in the field, and passion for helping others succeed, Joel has big plans for the future of...

"If you don't do the paperwork, you could be fined $10,000 or two years in jail or both if you do the paperwork incorrectly." - Sally Gimon

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Don't get caught unprepared in 2024! Business owners, LLCs and Partners, don't miss this important episode with Sally Gimon, a tax expert, who shares with us the upcoming changes in tax laws and the new Corporate Transparency Act. 

Starting in 2024, businesses will be required to provide detailed information to the Department of Treasury. Failure to comply can result in fines or jail time. Sally also e...

“I’ve never met a client that has lost money on real estate that’s held it for 10 or more years.”  - Tina Caul

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In this empowering episode of Strive for 25, Joel sits down with Tina Caul, a visionary leader and the head of Caul Group Residential—the #1 Resale Real Estate Team in The Triangle, North Carolina. With a remarkable two-decade career, Tina shares insights and keys to success in the real estate industry. Known for her exceptional accomplishments, including a top 3 position at eXp Realty and consistently selling 130 homes annually, Tina unveils the...

“It's easier than you think.”  - Kevin Rapport

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Join us in this eye-opening episode as we delve into the world of self-storage investments with the dynamic Kevin Rapport. Kevin shares his journey from real estate novice to owning three thriving storage facilities across the United States.

Starting his real estate journey during his college years, Kevin's ventures began with foreclosed and rundown homes in Tucson, Arizona. Over the years, he expanded into multi-family properties, achieving financial freedom that allowed him to travel the world.  

In this episode, Kevin discus...

"When is the best time to plant a tree? 20 years ago."  - a Chinese Proverb

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In this special episode of the Strive for 25 podcast, Joel interviews Deven Wohlwend, the 16-year-old COO of Clear Sky Realty Inc., Amazon's best-selling author, and owner of over 40 units. Deven shares his remarkable journey, starting from attending investment meetings since birth to becoming the youngest person to attain the Ohio Professional Housing Provider Certification at the age of 10. 

Deven's story serves as an inspiring example of youthful entrepreneurship and the impact of determination, creativity, and co...

“YOU are the biggest variable in the success or failure of your life, your financial trajectory, your relationship, your business.”  - Chad Hufford

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In this episode of the Strive for 25 Podcast, Joel sits down with Chad Hufford, a seasoned financial expert from Veritas Wealth Management. Chad delves into the intricacies of financial planning, emphasizing the need for a calculated approach to investing and cultivating a disciplined mindset for wealth creation. Gain valuable insights on strategically planning finances, aligning investment strategies with long-term goals, and navigating the pitfalls of a lack of financial clari...

"If you create value for your community and for a seller you WILL have a better investment property."  - Mathew Pezon

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Mathew Pezon bought seven units in seven months!

Tune in to hear how successful real estate investor, Mathew Pezon,  went  from being an unimpressive employee to a full-time investor who now owns around 200 units

 Mathew reveals how he gradually expanded his portfolio and discusses the challenges he encountered along the way. He provides helpful advice on getting into real estate, emphasizing education, understanding the ins and outs of l...

"Financial freedom gives you time freedom and location freedom.” - Eric Wohlwend

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In this episode, Joel introduces Eric Wohlwend, #1 Best-Selling Author, Speaker, Investor, Business Owner and father, to emphasize the significance of attaining financial freedom, highlighting its ability to provide time, location, and financial autonomy. Eric and Joel discuss the need to integrate all aspects of life instead of trying to balance them, sharing stories of individuals who have achieved success by transforming their mindsets and taking decisive action. The importance of spending quality time with family and being present in their li...

"Once you acknowledge that there's something that needs changed, it's not about just thinking about it, it's about taking action. An inspired action.” - Patti Handy

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Financial stability is not just about addressing practical financial issues but also requires fostering a healthy money mindset and resilience!

This week Joel is joined by Patti Handy, a financial coach with 20 years experience as a Financial Advisor and Mortgage Advisor whos' purpose is to guide women towards financial empowerment. In this episode, Patti emphasizes the importance of addressing deep-seated money fears and beliefs by...

"When you start something new, you're planting seeds for down the road." - Joel

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In this insightful episode, we explore the complexities of time management and decision-making in business development and personal growth. Uncover the distinction between short-term gains and long-term visions, understanding the importance of consistency and persistence in achieving success. Delve into the challenges of navigating a dynamic industry and learn how to build a strong digital brand to foster business growth. Join us as we discuss the power of vision and perseverance in creating a sustainable and impactful professional...

"A lot of people play the game, and some people change the game. And I want to change the game.” - Nancy Lieberman

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In this powerful episode of Strive for 25, we have the privilege of hearing from Nancy Lieberman, a true legend in the world of basketball. Nancy and Joel discuss the importance of mindset and competitiveness in achieving success. Nancy emphasizes the need to step out of one's comfort zone and embrace failure as a learning opportunity. She also highlights the significance of surrounding oneself with the right people and the va...

"The everyday American lives paycheck to paycheck. The everyday American is not willing to put in the time and the effort." - Dan, Host of Landlord Horror Stories

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Can you achieve financial freedom without real estate?

In this illuminating episode of Strive for 25, Dan, the host of the  Landlord Horror Stories podcast and a seasoned real estate investor, shares his journey from a career in sales to becoming a landlord and podcast host. He underscores the significance of aligning your passions with your pursuits and striking a harmonious ba...

"I want to retire early and have financial freedom to make decisions and give back to the community." - Samuel Adeniran

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Professional soccer player and entrepreneur Samuel Adeniran takes center stage in this week’s episode of the Strive for 25 podcast. Samuel, who currently plays for the St. Louis City soccer team, offers a glimpse into his fascinating journey and imparts valuable insights. He underscores the significance of both mental and physical preparation in the world of sports, emphasizing how rest and mental readiness are pivotal for achieving peak performance.

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“If you don't own something right now, you should be pissed off because prices of assets continue to go up, and our dollars are being devalued.” - Joel Farrell

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In this episode, Joel dives deep into the critical financial factors that are affecting millions of people today, even if they might not be aware of it yet. The Federal Reserve's massive printing of trillions of dollars has led to an increase in the prices of almost everything, effectively diminishing the purchasing power of YOUR hard-earned money. This episode underscores the importance of owni...

“For the average person to achieve greatness, there’s gotta be some pain to push you to have a bigger purpose.” - Joel Farrell

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In this episode, Joel delves into the question: Can a person achieve greatness without first enduring suffering? Joel shares an experience he had recently when he explored the journey to greatness, the importance of perspective, and the significance of perseverance. Join SF25 this week as your hots uncovers the connection between pain, purpose, and achieving your dreams!
 

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