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October 13, 2023 Ep 370: Building a Successful Business with Dwan Bent-Twyford
Join us for an invigorating episode featuring the dynamic self-made entrepreneur, Dwan Bent-Twyford, who transformed personal upheaval into a flourishing real estate investing venture. From laboriously handcrafting foreclosure lists to renovating her first house, Dwan's journey is a vibrant testament to her unwavering determination and passion.
Elzie uncovers the pivotal moments and priceless lessons of her journey, highlighting her commitment to aiding distressed homeowners and rehabilitating buildings. Dwan's story serves as a beacon of encouragement, not just for real estate enthusiasts, but for anyone with a dream and determination.
Ready for a dose of inspiration? Tune in to witness the transformative power of real estate investing and the indomitable resilience of the human spirit!
Episode Highlights:
06:50 - I sold the house. I made $22,000. And I was like, "Oh, my gosh, I have $22,000. I am rich." To me, I was rich. I'm looking at my bank statements. I have $22,000. People didn't even make that in a year. Thirty-four years ago, that was a year's salary for people. And I was like, "Oh, I have $22,000. Oh, my God, I'm so rich. I'm going to do it again." And I did another house and would move in. I would fix them up, bring the daughter with me, sell it, move, fix it, sell it. And I did that until she started kindergarten. And by then, I had money, and I understood what fixing up was. Rehabbing. I learned a lot in those first couple of years, but by then, I had enough money and I could have a crew here and have a crew there and work on a house here. And then I just started killing it with real estate.
12:52 - We were encouraged to go get a factory job because all the car factories were there. So, it was like, "Get a factory job, get married, have kids, work for the man, retire when you're 60, and do that." So, my very first job out of high school, I actually got a factory job. And after a week, I thought, "Oh, my God, why would my parents want me to work in a factory? This is the worst thing that's ever happened to me. Who would want this for me?" I remember being mad at my dad like, "Why would you want me to work in a factory? It's so hot. It's so miserable. There's no air conditioning. I got to stand all day. I'm dirty. I'm sweaty. Why would you want that?" So, I was like, "Okay, that's definitely not going to happen for me." People still weren't pushing women to go to college. It was more like get a factory job, get married, have kids, and, it was the 70s. It was still kind of that way.
21:37 - So, I started delegating things that I did not enjoy but are necessary. So, I just found good people, and then I started doing three and four houses at a time. I had to have other rehabbers because I can't do everything by myself. I don't have the skill set to do every single thing. So, I started finding crews, and then I would micromanage my crews. So, then I found a contractor. I'm like, "Okay, you micromanage the crews, and I'll just micromanage you." So, I just had to slowly peel my fingers off of things until I was doing what I really like. And what I really like is, I still to this very day, like talking to homeowners in distress and helping them.
24:18 - To be a successful entrepreneur, it's not a solo act. You have to have a team. I can't find the houses and be the mortgage broker, the title company, the rehabber, and the bookkeeper. And it's not even delegating. You have to have other team members that have their own part. Like a title company has its part. My contractors, they have their role. Like podcasting, for me to grow my podcast, I have to meet other podcasters like you. And we get on each other's shows, and we talk, share, and go to podcast events. For me, my biggest thing was entrepreneurship is not an individual sport.
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The Daily Crown is more than a podcast. We're building a place where faith meets everyday life and business, helping believers grow in faith, focus, and fellowship.
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Your support helps us continue creating independent, faith-centered media. You'll also receive access to our Daily Crown Podcast Companion, featuring daily devotionals, Scripture and audio reflections, personal reflections, prayer, and opportunities to connect with others on the journey.
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About The Daily Crown
The Daily Crown is an independent, faith-centered podcast and media platform hosted by Elzie Flenard III and produced by Daily Crown Studios.
Through meaningful conversations, biblical wisdom, and practical insights, we're helping believers navigate faith, business, and life with greater purpose.
Discover more at DailyCrown.co.
Carry the Flame. Wear the Crown.™
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31 min
October 12, 2023 Ep 369: Team Up to Succeed with Dwan Bent-Twyford
In this impactful episode, Dwan Bent-Twyford, who is an entrepreneur, author, motivational speaker, podcaster, and real state investor, shares her journey of overcoming adversity and achieving success. Drawing from her own experiences, Dwan emphasizes the importance of teamwork in entrepreneurship and resilience in the face of hardship.
Tune in to discover how to bounce back stronger from hard times and the key role collaboration plays in reaching the pinnacle of success. Don't miss Dwan's inspiring story. It's sure to motivate you to strive harder and reach higher!
Episode Highlight:
00:32 - To be a successful entrepreneur, it's not a solo act. You have to have a team. I can't find the houses and be the mortgage broker, the title company, the rehabber, and the bookkeeper. And it's not even delegating. You have to have other team members that have their own part. Like a title company has its part. My contractors, they have their role. Like podcasting, for me to grow my podcast, I have to meet other podcasters like you. And we get on each other's shows, and we talk, share, and go to podcast events. For me, my biggest thing was entrepreneurship is not an individual sport.
Go Beyond the Podcast
The Daily Crown is more than a podcast. We're building a place where faith meets everyday life and business, helping believers grow in faith, focus, and fellowship.
Become a Daily Crown Supporter
If The Daily Crown is encouraging, challenging, or equipping you, consider becoming a Daily Crown Supporter for just $4.99/month.
Your support helps us continue creating independent, faith-centered media. You'll also receive access to our Daily Crown Podcast Companion, featuring daily devotionals, Scripture and audio reflections, personal reflections, prayer, and opportunities to connect with others on the journey.
Prefer to give once? Leave a one-time tip
Join Us Around the Campfire
Faith and business were never meant to be journeys we walk alone.
Daily Crown Campfire is our monthly gathering for believers in business to connect, share wisdom, encourage one another, and grow together. Pull up a chair. There's room for you.
Partner With The Daily Crown
We collaborate with organizations and brands that believe in the power of meaningful stories, purposeful conversations, and positive impact.
Interested in reaching our audience or supporting the mission?
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About The Daily Crown
The Daily Crown is an independent, faith-centered podcast and media platform hosted by Elzie Flenard III and produced by Daily Crown Studios.
Through meaningful conversations, biblical wisdom, and practical insights, we're helping believers navigate faith, business, and life with greater purpose.
Discover more at DailyCrown.co.
Carry the Flame. Wear the Crown.™
Contact Dwan Bent-Twyford
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4 min
October 11, 2023 Ep 368: The Art of Delegation: Scaling Your Business with Dwan Bent-Twyford
Dwan Bent-Twyford delves into the art of delegation and how it's crucial for scaling a business. Elzie shares how maturity and the realization of the unsustainability of doing everything on his own prompted him to embrace delegation as a means for business growth.
Dwan's delegation journey began unexpectedly during a long layover at an airport when she came across a mini-book. Recognizing the need to delegate, she started by handing off tasks she disliked, such as paperwork and managing monthly books, as well as the extensive paperwork required for real estate deals. Over time, her delegation efforts expanded to include hiring a transactional coordinator, rehab crews, and a contractor.
Despite her 30 years in the business, Bent-Twyford still finds joy in working directly with distressed homeowners and revitalizing properties. These tasks, fueled by her passion, remain close to her heart. Tune in to gain valuable insights into effective delegation strategies and how it can help your business thrive.
Episode Highlight:
02:17 - So, I started delegating things that I did not enjoy but are necessary. So, I just found good people, and then I started doing three and four houses at a time. I had to have other rehabbers because I can't do everything by myself. I don't have the skill set to do every single thing. So, I started finding crews, and then I would micromanage my crews. So, then I found a contractor. I'm like, "Okay, you micromanage the crews, and I'll just micromanage you." So, I just had to slowly peel my fingers off of things until I was doing what I really like. And what I really like is, I still to this very day, like talking to homeowners in distress and helping them.
Go Beyond the Podcast
The Daily Crown is more than a podcast. We're building a place where faith meets everyday life and business, helping believers grow in faith, focus, and fellowship.
Become a Daily Crown Supporter
If The Daily Crown is encouraging, challenging, or equipping you, consider becoming a Daily Crown Supporter for just $4.99/month.
Your support helps us continue creating independent, faith-centered media. You'll also receive access to our Daily Crown Podcast Companion, featuring daily devotionals, Scripture and audio reflections, personal reflections, prayer, and opportunities to connect with others on the journey.
Prefer to give once? Leave a one-time tip
Join Us Around the Campfire
Faith and business were never meant to be journeys we walk alone.
Daily Crown Campfire is our monthly gathering for believers in business to connect, share wisdom, encourage one another, and grow together. Pull up a chair. There's room for you.
Partner With The Daily Crown
We collaborate with organizations and brands that believe in the power of meaningful stories, purposeful conversations, and positive impact.
Interested in reaching our audience or supporting the mission?
Our Partners
Powered by Horicon Bank, The Natural Choice.
About The Daily Crown
The Daily Crown is an independent, faith-centered podcast and media platform hosted by Elzie Flenard III and produced by Daily Crown Studios.
Through meaningful conversations, biblical wisdom, and practical insights, we're helping believers navigate faith, business, and life with greater purpose.
Discover more at DailyCrown.co.
Carry the Flame. Wear the Crown.™
Contact Dwan Bent-Twyford
Website
LinkedIn
Facebook
TikTok
YouTube
Instagram
5 min
October 10, 2023 Ep 367: From Factory to Fortune with Dwan Bent-Twyford
Dwan Bent-Twyford shares her remarkable journey from factory work to entrepreneurial success. Growing up in Ohio, she graduated high school in 1977 and initially took a factory job. However, Dwan quickly realized she aspired to achieve more in life.
Driven by determination, she delved into the world of business and investing by devouring books on the subjects. With unwavering commitment, she gradually amassed enough funds to hire an accountant, further enhancing her financial knowledge.
Tune in to hear how she got into wholesale real estate and how she later pursued courses on rental property investments. Her ultimate goal was to create a career that allowed her to work from home and raise her daughter without relying on daycare. Listen to hear Dwan's inspiring journey of resilience and entrepreneurial growth.
Episode Highlight:
00:42 - We were encouraged to go get a factory job because all the car factories were there. So, it was like, "Get a factory job, get married, have kids, work for the man, retire when you're 60, and do that." So, my very first job out of high school, I actually got a factory job. And after a week, I thought, "Oh, my God, why would my parents want me to work in a factory? This is the worst thing that's ever happened to me. Who would want this for me?" I remember being mad at my dad like, "Why would you want me to work in a factory? It's so hot. It's so miserable. There's no air conditioning. I got to stand all day. I'm dirty. I'm sweaty. Why would you want that?" So, I was like, "Okay, that's definitely not going to happen for me." People still weren't pushing women to go to college. It was more like get a factory job, get married, have kids, and, it was the 70s. It was still kind of that way.
Go Beyond the Podcast
The Daily Crown is more than a podcast. We're building a place where faith meets everyday life and business, helping believers grow in faith, focus, and fellowship.
Become a Daily Crown Supporter
If The Daily Crown is encouraging, challenging, or equipping you, consider becoming a Daily Crown Supporter for just $4.99/month.
Your support helps us continue creating independent, faith-centered media. You'll also receive access to our Daily Crown Podcast Companion, featuring daily devotionals, Scripture and audio reflections, personal reflections, prayer, and opportunities to connect with others on the journey.
Prefer to give once? Leave a one-time tip
Join Us Around the Campfire
Faith and business were never meant to be journeys we walk alone.
Daily Crown Campfire is our monthly gathering for believers in business to connect, share wisdom, encourage one another, and grow together. Pull up a chair. There's room for you.
Partner With The Daily Crown
We collaborate with organizations and brands that believe in the power of meaningful stories, purposeful conversations, and positive impact.
Interested in reaching our audience or supporting the mission?
Our Partners
Powered by Horicon Bank, The Natural Choice.
About The Daily Crown
The Daily Crown is an independent, faith-centered podcast and media platform hosted by Elzie Flenard III and produced by Daily Crown Studios.
Through meaningful conversations, biblical wisdom, and practical insights, we're helping believers navigate faith, business, and life with greater purpose.
Discover more at DailyCrown.co.
Carry the Flame. Wear the Crown.™
Contact Dwan Bent-Twyford
Website
LinkedIn
Facebook
TikTok
YouTube
Instagram
5 min
October 09, 2023 Ep 366: Killing It In Real Estate Investing with Dwan Bent-Twyford
self-made real estate entrepreneur. Her story is a testament to resilience and determination in the face of life's unexpected turns. Driven by her entrepreneurial spirit, she stumbled into the realm of real estate investing, a decision which proved to be life-changing.
Emerging from humble beginnings, Dwan’s initial pursuits involved handwritten foreclosure lists and property visits. Her first investment was a financially-challenged property in dire need of repair. Despite the hurdles, she took it upon herself to learn the ropes, demonstrating the power of a self-starter attitude.
Her actions led to a profitable sale that exceeded some people's annual income at the time. Dwan's journey didn't stop there, as she continued to grow her real estate empire, refining her strategy and building a team of experts. Tune in to this episode to get a glimpse of Dwan's impressive journey and achievements in real estate investing.
Episode Highlights:
05:26 - I sold the house. I made $22,000. And I was like, "Oh, my gosh, I have $22,000. I am rich." To me, I was rich. I'm looking at my bank statements. I have $22,000. People didn't even make that in a year. Thirty-four years ago, that was a year's salary for people. And I was like, "Oh, I have $22,000. Oh, my God, I'm so rich. I'm going to do it again." And I did another house and would move in. I would fix them up, bring the daughter with me, sell it, move, fix it, sell it. And I did that until she started kindergarten. And by then, I had money, and I understood what fixing up was. Rehabbing. I learned a lot in those first couple of years, but by then, I had enough money and I could have a crew here and have a crew there and work on a house here. And then I just started killing it with real estate.
Go Beyond the Podcast
The Daily Crown is more than a podcast. We're building a place where faith meets everyday life and business, helping believers grow in faith, focus, and fellowship.
Become a Daily Crown Supporter
If The Daily Crown is encouraging, challenging, or equipping you, consider becoming a Daily Crown Supporter for just $4.99/month.
Your support helps us continue creating independent, faith-centered media. You'll also receive access to our Daily Crown Podcast Companion, featuring daily devotionals, Scripture and audio reflections, personal reflections, prayer, and opportunities to connect with others on the journey.
Prefer to give once? Leave a one-time tip
Join Us Around the Campfire
Faith and business were never meant to be journeys we walk alone.
Daily Crown Campfire is our monthly gathering for believers in business to connect, share wisdom, encourage one another, and grow together. Pull up a chair. There's room for you.
Partner With The Daily Crown
We collaborate with organizations and brands that believe in the power of meaningful stories, purposeful conversations, and positive impact.
Interested in reaching our audience or supporting the mission?
Our Partners
Powered by Horicon Bank, The Natural Choice.
About The Daily Crown
The Daily Crown is an independent, faith-centered podcast and media platform hosted by Elzie Flenard III and produced by Daily Crown Studios.
Through meaningful conversations, biblical wisdom, and practical insights, we're helping believers navigate faith, business, and life with greater purpose.
Discover more at DailyCrown.co.
Carry the Flame. Wear the Crown.™
Contact Dwan Bent-Twyford
Website
LinkedIn
Facebook
TikTok
YouTube
Instagram
7 min
October 06, 2023 Ep 365: How Real Estate Provides Financial Freedom and Flexibility with Meng Chen
Elzie sits down with Meng Chen, the founder of Portfolio Bay, a software designed to help early real estate investors transition from full-time work to full-time investment pursuit. Meng talks about his experience in real estate investing and how he struggled with managing properties, tenants, and accounting. He created Portfolio Bay to automate his processes and handle payments automatically, leading him to see the potential of creating a business out of it.
They discuss the Lean Startup methodology and how it allows entrepreneurs to approach uncertain outcomes in steps, through building, measuring, and learning. They also dive into the importance of validating assumptions, the role of failure in success, and the idea of using real estate to build a financial runway before jumping into entrepreneurship.
Tune in to listen to Meng share how his transition from a full-time employee to a full-time founder was more about having personal conviction that what he was doing would work and seeing value from his product among users. They also talk about how people without software engineering skills can take steps to build a platform and how Meng manages competition by focusing on solving user problems rather than differentiating from competitors. So, don't miss out on this episode on real estate investing and how Portfolio Bay is changing the game for early real estate investors.
Episode Highlights:
14:07 - I would say I will keep working on it. There might be pivot in terms of solution, in terms of what the product is, but I'll keep working on it until it becomes a successful company. And that's just the value of real estate. It brings in to me like my own personal life. It's not just about investing in real estate and make some money. It's about having the flexibility, like financially, to pursue things that you are more passionate about. And eventually, if you stay long enough and you have the passion to go really hard on it, you're going to be successful. So, that's my belief.
17:15 - I learned everything myself. I didn't come up with the right framework in the very beginning, and the first version of the product isn't perfect. I actually went through multiple iteration and at some point, I had to rewrite everything in three months to make it under a more sustainable and a better framework that can be extended better, easier in the future. So, I definitely made a lot of mistakes like in the web development side.
19:10 - For me, as a founder, I'm no longer just focused on the engineering. Because as a founder, you have to look at every part of the business. Engineering is one part of it, and there's an even bigger part that I don't have the background on it, is the marketing. And the marketing has multiple component, like the SEO. People spend their whole career and be expert just on this one thing, so you can go really, really deep on it. And for me, I have to spend a lot of time learning whenever I'm driving, whenever I'm just not working on Portfolio Bay. I'll always have something just like a podcast or listen to a YouTube video either talking about SEO or talking about marketing in general, because that's my short weakness in all the skill set for doing the Portfolio Bay things.
26:49 - From my point of view, funding is kind of an amplifier on the success and the failure of a startup. So, if your startup is working and are in the right trajectory, having the funding really amplifies your success and it can make your success much bigger and it can make you go faster. But if you don't have the right idea or like there's some flaws in the business model, having the funding, it just amplifies the failure because you're going to spend the money but not getting enough traction to the next stage and get the next round of funding. And that's why startups die.
Go Beyond the Podcast
The Daily Crown is more than a podcast. We're building a place where faith meets everyday life and business, helping believers grow in faith, focus, and fellowship.
Become a Daily Crown Supporter
If The Daily Crown is encouraging, challenging, or equipping you, consider becoming a Daily Crown Supporter for just $4.99/month.
Your support helps us continue creating independent, faith-centered media. You'll also receive access to our Daily Crown Podcast Companion, featuring daily devotionals, Scripture and audio reflections, personal reflections, prayer, and opportunities to connect with others on the journey.
Prefer to give once? Leave a one-time tip
Join Us Around the Campfire
Faith and business were never meant to be journeys we walk alone.
Daily Crown Campfire is our monthly gathering for believers in business to connect, share wisdom, encourage one another, and grow together. Pull up a chair. There's room for you.
Partner With The Daily Crown
We collaborate with organizations and brands that believe in the power of meaningful stories, purposeful conversations, and positive impact.
Interested in reaching our audience or supporting the mission?
Our Partners
Powered by Horicon Bank, The Natural Choice.
About The Daily Crown
The Daily Crown is an independent, faith-centered podcast and media platform hosted by Elzie Flenard III and produced by Daily Crown Studios.
Through meaningful conversations, biblical wisdom, and practical insights, we're helping believers navigate faith, business, and life with greater purpose.
Discover more at DailyCrown.co.
Carry the Flame. Wear the Crown.™
Connect with Meng Chen
LinkedIn
Website
Email
31 min
October 05, 2023 Ep 364: Funding as an Accelerator of Success with Meng Chen
Let's discuss funding as a potent accelerator of success. Elzie dives into the topic of funding for Portfolio Bay, prompting Meng Chen to share his perspective. He enlightens us on how funding can serve as an amplifier, capable of magnifying both the success and failure of a startup.
Meng unveils his current focus, which is firmly centered on product development and fostering gradual growth. At this juncture, Portfolio Bay isn't actively in pursuit of funding. Instead, Meng's strategy hinges on nurturing the product and its expansion. When momentous growth is achieved and demands additional resources, that's when the idea of seeking funding will come to the forefront.
Tune in to discover more about the pivotal role of funding in the journey of Portfolio Bay's success.
Episode Highlights:
01:07 - From my point of view, funding is kind of an amplifier on the success and the failure of a startup. So, if your startup is working and are in the right trajectory, having the funding really amplifies your success and it can make your success much bigger and it can make you go faster. But if you don't have the right idea or like there's some flaws in the business model, having the funding, it just amplifies the failure because you're going to spend the money but not getting enough traction to the next stage and get the next round of funding. And that's why startups die.
Go Beyond the Podcast
The Daily Crown is more than a podcast. We're building a place where faith meets everyday life and business, helping believers grow in faith, focus, and fellowship.
Become a Daily Crown Supporter
If The Daily Crown is encouraging, challenging, or equipping you, consider becoming a Daily Crown Supporter for just $4.99/month.
Your support helps us continue creating independent, faith-centered media. You'll also receive access to our Daily Crown Podcast Companion, featuring daily devotionals, Scripture and audio reflections, personal reflections, prayer, and opportunities to connect with others on the journey.
Prefer to give once? Leave a one-time tip
Join Us Around the Campfire
Faith and business were never meant to be journeys we walk alone.
Daily Crown Campfire is our monthly gathering for believers in business to connect, share wisdom, encourage one another, and grow together. Pull up a chair. There's room for you.
Partner With The Daily Crown
We collaborate with organizations and brands that believe in the power of meaningful stories, purposeful conversations, and positive impact.
Interested in reaching our audience or supporting the mission?
Our Partners
Powered by Horicon Bank, The Natural Choice.
About The Daily Crown
The Daily Crown is an independent, faith-centered podcast and media platform hosted by Elzie Flenard III and produced by Daily Crown Studios.
Through meaningful conversations, biblical wisdom, and practical insights, we're helping believers navigate faith, business, and life with greater purpose.
Discover more at DailyCrown.co.
Carry the Flame. Wear the Crown.™
Connect with Meng Chen
LinkedIn
Website
Email
3 min
October 04, 2023 Ep 363: Outsmarting Competition by Measuring Progress and Results with Meng Chen
Explore the art of outsmarting competition with Meng Chen as he discusses measuring progress and results. In this episode, Meng shares his multifaceted approach to business, emphasizing the significance of thorough measurement and learning.
As a founder, he navigates various aspects, not limited to engineering but also encompassing marketing, like SEO. Meng reveals his strategy of enhancing marketing knowledge through user feedback and interactions with real estate agents. Quantitative metrics gauge SEO performance, while qualitative feedback shapes agent partnerships. Documenting priorities and maintaining a backlog help him stay on course.
In a refreshing twist, Meng discloses his secret to tackling competition: focusing on user problems rather than differentiating from rivals. Tune in to gain insights into effective progress evaluation and strategic competition management.
Episode Highlight
00:33 - For me, as a founder, I'm no longer just focused on the engineering. Because as a founder, you have to look at every part of the business. Engineering is one part of it, and there's an even bigger part that I don't have the background on it, is the marketing. And the marketing has multiple component, like the SEO. People spend their whole career and be expert just on this one thing, so you can go really, really deep on it. And for me, I have to spend a lot of time learning whenever I'm driving, whenever I'm just not working on Portfolio Bay. I'll always have something just like a podcast or listen to a YouTube video either talking about SEO or talking about marketing in general, because that's my short weakness in all the skill set for doing the Portfolio Bay things.
Go Beyond the Podcast
The Daily Crown is more than a podcast. We're building a place where faith meets everyday life and business, helping believers grow in faith, focus, and fellowship.
Become a Daily Crown Supporter
If The Daily Crown is encouraging, challenging, or equipping you, consider becoming a Daily Crown Supporter for just $4.99/month.
Your support helps us continue creating independent, faith-centered media. You'll also receive access to our Daily Crown Podcast Companion, featuring daily devotionals, Scripture and audio reflections, personal reflections, prayer, and opportunities to connect with others on the journey.
Prefer to give once? Leave a one-time tip
Join Us Around the Campfire
Faith and business were never meant to be journeys we walk alone.
Daily Crown Campfire is our monthly gathering for believers in business to connect, share wisdom, encourage one another, and grow together. Pull up a chair. There's room for you.
Partner With The Daily Crown
We collaborate with organizations and brands that believe in the power of meaningful stories, purposeful conversations, and positive impact.
Interested in reaching our audience or supporting the mission?
Our Partners
Powered by Horicon Bank, The Natural Choice.
About The Daily Crown
The Daily Crown is an independent, faith-centered podcast and media platform hosted by Elzie Flenard III and produced by Daily Crown Studios.
Through meaningful conversations, biblical wisdom, and practical insights, we're helping believers navigate faith, business, and life with greater purpose.
Discover more at DailyCrown.co.
Carry the Flame. Wear the Crown.™
Connect with Meng Chen
LinkedIn
Website
Email
6 min
October 03, 2023 Ep 362: Launching Platforms From Scratch with Meng Chen
Discover how Meng Chen, Founder of PortfolioBay, launched his platform from scratch in this episode as he sheds light on how even those without software engineering skills can embark on building a platform.
Meng emphasizes the wealth of online resources available for learning web development. Drawing from his experience transitioning from software engineering, he highlights the importance of determination and conviction. He recommends starting with a minimal viable product, focusing on functionality to validate ideas. Once traction is gained, professional skills can be incorporated to enhance the product or secure funding.
Tune in to explore the journey from novice to platform creator and how embracing imperfection can lead to ultimate success.
Episode Highlights:
00:57 - I learned everything myself. I didn't come up with the right framework in the very beginning, and the first version of the product isn't perfect. I actually went through multiple iteration and at some point, I had to rewrite everything in three months to make it under a more sustainable and a better framework that can be extended better, easier in the future. So, I definitely made a lot of mistakes like in the web development side.
Go Beyond the Podcast
The Daily Crown is more than a podcast. We're building a place where faith meets everyday life and business, helping believers grow in faith, focus, and fellowship.
Become a Daily Crown Supporter
If The Daily Crown is encouraging, challenging, or equipping you, consider becoming a Daily Crown Supporter for just $4.99/month.
Your support helps us continue creating independent, faith-centered media. You'll also receive access to our Daily Crown Podcast Companion, featuring daily devotionals, Scripture and audio reflections, personal reflections, prayer, and opportunities to connect with others on the journey.
Prefer to give once? Leave a one-time tip
Join Us Around the Campfire
Faith and business were never meant to be journeys we walk alone.
Daily Crown Campfire is our monthly gathering for believers in business to connect, share wisdom, encourage one another, and grow together. Pull up a chair. There's room for you.
Partner With The Daily Crown
We collaborate with organizations and brands that believe in the power of meaningful stories, purposeful conversations, and positive impact.
Interested in reaching our audience or supporting the mission?
Our Partners
Powered by Horicon Bank, The Natural Choice.
About The Daily Crown
The Daily Crown is an independent, faith-centered podcast and media platform hosted by Elzie Flenard III and produced by Daily Crown Studios.
Through meaningful conversations, biblical wisdom, and practical insights, we're helping believers navigate faith, business, and life with greater purpose.
Discover more at DailyCrown.co.
Carry the Flame. Wear the Crown.™
Connect with Meng Chen
LinkedIn
Website
Email
3 min
October 02, 2023 Ep 361: Using Real Estate to Pursue Your Passions with Meng Chen
Let's explore the world of real estate as a stepping stone to pursuing passions and entrepreneurship with Meng Chen, Founder of PortfolioBay. He discusses the financial challenges of starting a business in this episode and how real estate can serve as a pre-entrepreneurial runway.
Meng shares his perspective on real estate, emphasizing that it offers more than just financial gains. For him, it provides the freedom to explore passions and create a successful business. He also believes that having financial security allows ample time for pivoting and achieving success in one's endeavors.
Tune in to discover how real estate can be a strategic foundation for aspiring entrepreneurs, providing both financial stability and the space to pursue meaningful goals.
Episode Highlights:
01:23 - I would say I will keep working on it. There might be pivot in terms of solution, in terms of what the product is, but I'll keep working on it until it becomes a successful company. And that's just the value of real estate. It brings in to me like my own personal life. It's not just about investing in real estate and make some money. It's about having the flexibility, like financially to pursue things that you are more passionate about. And eventually, if you stay long enough and you have the passion to go really hard on it, you're going to be successful. So, that's my belief.
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