EP 192: The Story of Realtor Linda Jokbengboon: Refugee Camps, Gambling Addiction, and Growing up Asian

Imagine not belongin anywhere, no real home, no identity, no country that you can legally call home. Linda Jokbengboon aka Linda Sells Orlando started life in a Thai Refugee Camp. After moving to America, she struggled to assimilate with every community including her own. In this episode, Carla and Linda discuss Linda’s upbringing filled with gambling addiction, raising her siblings during college, and how a misdemeanor stopped her from gaining citizenship. They shed light on how Linda was able to overcome her hardships and become successful in real estate.   (5:59) Carla and Linda discuss how they met (7:21) Being a refugee from Thailand (10:43) Dad’s Gambling Addiction (19:33) Troubles of gaining citizenship and traveling abroad (29:41) Growing up with Identity struggles (40:35) Aligning with your purpose (55:43) Linda and Carla answer a letter with the topic “Dumb real estate questions from a beginner” (62:32) Bible Verse - Psalm 128:2 Watch Full Episode and Subscribe on YouTube Thank you to our Sponsors: BetterHelp - Get 10% off your First Month www.betterhelp.com/pwp Idea to Launch Podcast - Get $100 Off our signature course using code 'PIVOT' - LAUNCH YOUR PODCAST IN 30 DAYS ____________ Ready to start your own podcast? Schedule a clarity call today Carla Wilmaris ___________ Follow Carla Wilmaris on social media: Instagram @‌carlawilmaris Twitter @‌carlawilmaris TikTok @‌carlawilmaris ___________ Guest IG: @‌lindasellsorlando Email the show to get advice and questions answered [email protected]