The Everyday Millionaire: Curiosity, Humility, Perseverance
Patrick Francey is a gifted interviewer. He recently hosted me on his popular podcast: The Everyday Millionaire. This audio post drives deeply into events in our lives that define us. Some selected highlights:
0:00 - Intro
3:55 - Jeff recounts a story of his father doing “homework” at the kitchen table and talking about a family-owned rental property. He learned about leverage when just 10 years old. His first ‘real estate’ investment was in Lake Louise, but it wasn’t until he found himself at a crisis point that he really ramped up acquisition.
7:47 - Intrigued by Patrick’s observation, Jeff digs into why he may have been different from most 10-year-olds by taking interest in what his Dad shared and following his brother Dan’s entrepreneurial lead.
9:24 - Entrepreneurship: nature or nurture, and the role of curiosity?
11:58 - Moving can be hard, or an opportunity to reinvent yourself. Jeff’s entrepreneurial spirit drove his decisions.
17:32 - Jeff’s self-awareness and confidence were supported by influential adults – family, friends, teachers – who took an interest in his success.
23:24 - Working as a RealtorⓇ enabled Jeff to learn about investing without risking his own money. A heart lit by teaching led to a national stage as a real estate trainer/speaker.
26:00 - Jeff joined his Dad’s dentistry business, applying his hospitality and sales background to quadruple the bottom line.
27:44 - A critical turning-point forces Jeff’s hand.
33:45 - Jeff talks about asset selection, Edmonton’s business climate, and the value of treating tenants with dignity.
40:55 - With a desire for connection following a series of business failures, Jeff set about meeting friends over coffee.
46:51 - Jeff speaks about his next book: Your Unfair Advantage. The anchor is recognizing our relationships, resources, and resourcefulness.
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49:47 - Failure does not result in “starting over.” It is, instead, an opportunity to build on our relationships and experience.
53:11 Partnerships are now Jeff’s default in business and investing. He shares a process for finding partners with highly-aligned values.
57:52 - Jeff highlights 3 common mistakes in real estate he has experienced or observed.
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