Bill Reiman is a top producing real estate broker and one of the top custom home builders in his area. Like many, Bill has had many ups and downs in life including a college football career ended by injury, a bad car accident, and a divorce. He made his fair share of bad choices but grew in many ways from his mistakes. Raised by a marine veteran, Bill is no stranger to hard work and doing what it takes to walk through fire. His life is a perfect example of how success can come to those who never give up.

Let’s listen to Bill’s story and learn the ups, downs, and everything in between of growing a business! 

Things you will learn in this episode:

[00:01 – 04:24] Opening Segment

• I welcome and introduce my guest, Bill Reiman
• His love-hate relationship with the construction industry 
• Building a successful family-operated business 

[04:25 – 14:11] What Bill Learned from Selling Cars 

• Bill talks about his exciting side hustle 
• Growing up like a marine 
• • Did he like it?
• Why he enjoys being a “workaholic” now 
• Bill shares his experience moving on from D-1 football in college
• How he decided on his next move after college 
• The “worst training” that changed everything for Bill 

[14:12 – 24:16] Growing a Business His Way 

• Bill talks about the notepads that made him the top salesperson 
• The satisfaction of being recognized by his peers
• Giving himself a shot to learn how to sell outside the family business 
• He shares his experience going against the flow
• Here’s a hard decision that Bill needed to make 
• • How he made that decision  
• The power of choice according to Bill 
• Don’t fix a person who doesn’t want to be fixed 

[24:17 – 34:57] The Willingness To Go Through the Process

• When to leave a relationship with a person? 
• • Listen to Bill’s advice 
• Bill talks about the process of changing his mindset and attitude 
• Bill leaves a couple of life advice you can apply right now
• • What you need to do to get ahead 
• Long-term impact over short-term gains 

[34:58 – 37:32] Closing Segment

• How to engage and connect with Bill 
• • Links below 
• Final Words 

 

Tweetable Quotes:

“We all have an opportunity. We all have a shot. Somewhere, somehow, it’s all [about] how you play it. It’s all [about] where we go, what we do with that hand.” - Bill Reiman

“You gotta get comfortable being uncomfortable.” - Bill Reiman

“You gotta make mistakes to get ahead. You have to go through the process and everything to get ahead too.” - Bill Reiman

 

Resources Mentioned: 

• Mazda
• Marriott

 

Email [email protected] to reach out to Bill or connect with him on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. Check out R.K. Reiman Construction and Reiman Properties to find your dream home now!

 

Listen to his podcast The Real Build to know exactly what to look for in a property. 

 

Join me and my guests as we illustrate how to walk through the fires of life and come out the other side more resilient, passionate, and stronger than ever before. Connect with us on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram. Become part of the community and join our Group. Want to learn more about me? Visit https://trishafraley.com/trishafraley. 

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