In this empowering episode, performance coach Tara Shaw joins Majeed to explore the journey of breaking free from burnout, people-pleasing, and societal expectations to live a more authentic, intuitive, and purpose-driven life. Tara shares the inner work that leads to real transformation—and how to tune into the wisdom of your body and soul to find clarity, confidence, and flow.

This conversation is a breath of fresh air for anyone craving alignment, emotional freedom, and time freedom.

• The deeper meaning of performance—and how it applies to everyone, not just athletes

• Why surface-level conversations keep us stuck, and how to go deeper

• What it really means to “drop the veil” and live more authentically

• How to navigate people-pleasing and speak your truth with confidence

• Practical tools to strengthen your intuition and trust your decisions

• The link between body awareness and burnout—and how to break the cycle

• How to create boundaries without guilt (including real language you can use)

• Why freedom starts with knowing what you actually want

“Authenticity isn’t a finish line—it’s a practice of becoming more of who you already are.” – Tara Shaw “When you say no to something misaligned, you’re saying yes to your truth.” – Tara Shaw “Your body has a language—your job is to learn how to listen.” – Tara Shaw “To be free is to choose. And to choose well, you have to know what you truly want.” – Majeed Mogharreban

Are you ready to break through barriers and live the life you've always dreamed of? Are you ready to navigate your personal and professional transformation together?

Contact tara via email today and use code “speaker20” for a free discovery call and 20% off your first coaching package.

Contact Tara:

@loosegrip.coaching (Instagram) www.loosegripathletics.ca (web) [email protected] (email)

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In this deeply personal and eye-opening episode, Majeed Mogharreban sits down with Hyatt Saikin, a master Rolfer and structural integration expert based in Ottawa, Canada.

After battling debilitating sciatic pain and trying everything from massage therapy to chiropractic and acupuncture—with no relief—Majeed shares how just three sessions of Rolfing® with Hyatt got him standing straight and living nearly pain-free.

Together, they explore the power of fascia, the importance of postural alignment, and how Rolfing® can help the body move with ease, grace, and freedom from pain. Hyatt brings his decades of experience and a compassionate approach to healing, helping people get out of pain and back into their lives.

✅ What Is Rolfing®? – A hands-on therapy focused on reorganizing the connective tissue (fascia) to restore balance and ease in the body.

✅ Fascia: The Missing Link in Pain Relief – This network of tissue surrounds every muscle and organ, and when it's restricted, it can cause widespread pain and dysfunction.

✅ Why Your Pain Might Not Be “Muscular” or “Skeletal” – Discover how fascial adhesion could be the real culprit—and why traditional massage and chiropractic care often miss the mark.

✅ Release, Don’t Force – Rolfing helps guide the body back into alignment through trained, precise, and often gentle touch that releases and rehydrates fascia.

✅ Gravity Is Your Friend—If You Know How to Stand – Hyatt explains how posture affects pain, mobility, and energy, and how to let gravity flow through you instead of work against you.

🗣️ “You don’t have a muscular problem. You have a fascial adhesion problem.” – Hyatt Saikin 🗣️ “When gravity flows freely through your body, there is ease. When it gets stuck, there is pain.” – Hyatt Saikin 🗣️ “Structural integration isn’t just about healing pain. It’s about unlocking energy, mobility, and grace.” – Hyatt Saikin 🗣️ “Three sessions later, I was 90% out of pain and standing tall again.” – Majeed Mogharreban

Get 30% off your first session with Hyatt Saikin! Just mention this podcast when you call or email. 📞 (613) 277-5080 📧 Available via contact form at https://rolfottawa.ca

Hyatt Saikin is a certified Rolfer® and structural integration practitioner with over 25 years of experience helping people move out of pain and into alignment. His work is grounded in the principles of biomechanics, functional movement, and somatic intelligence. Hyatt’s clients include people of all ages—from athletes and professionals to those recovering from chronic pain or injury.

📍 Located in Ottawa, Canada 🌐 Learn more at https://rolfottawa.ca

• Anyone struggling with chronic pain, especially back, neck, or hip issues

• People frustrated by ineffective treatments or repeated flare-ups

• Athletes or performers seeking better mobility and posture

• Curious minds looking for natural healing methods

• Anyone wanting to feel better, stand taller, and move more freely

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In this high-energy episode of the Expert Speaker Podcast, host Majeed Mogharreban sits down with productivity guru Ari Meisel to uncover game-changing automation strategies that help business owners scale, delegate, and create true freedom.

Ari shares his incredible journey from battling Crohn’s disease with only one hour of daily productivity to becoming one of the world’s top automation experts, coaching business leaders on how to systemize, delegate, and leverage AI to work less and achieve more.

If you’re looking to automate your business, free up your time, and increase efficiency without sacrificing profitability, this episode is a must-listen!

✅ The Replaceable Founder – Why the secret to scaling is making yourself replaceable, and how this shift unlocks growth, freedom, and leadership potential.

✅ AI & Automation: The Future of Business – How AI is revolutionizing productivity, and why resisting it is like resisting the internet in the 90s.

✅ The Power of Asynchronous Communication – How shifting from live calls to asynchronous messaging saves time, improves efficiency, and makes coaching & sales scalable.

✅ Automating Sales & Speaking Engagements – Strategies for capturing leads, booking calls, and leveraging video, AI, and chatbots to increase conversions without the grind.

✅ Why Productivity Isn’t About Doing More – The mindset shift that allows high achievers to focus on what truly matters while eliminating the unnecessary.

✅ Running for Mayor?! – Ari shares his plan to run for Mayor of Princeton, New Jersey, and how his unique skillset in problem-solving and efficiency will make an impact in politics.

🗣️ “If you can’t be replaced, you can’t be promoted.” – Ari Meisel 🗣️ “AI isn’t replacing humans—it’s freeing us to focus on what makes us human.” – Ari Meisel 🗣️ “Automation isn’t about eliminating people, it’s about eliminating inefficiency.” – Ari Meisel 🗣️ “Sales calls are dead. Asynchronous communication is the future of coaching and consulting.” – Ari Meisel 🗣️ “AI is like the internet. You either adapt or get left behind.” – Ari Meisel

🎯 Embrace Automation – Start delegating, automating, and leveraging AI to create more time for high-value tasks.

🎯 Switch to Asynchronous Communication – Use Voxer, video messaging, and AI-driven chatbots to free up your schedule while improving responsiveness.

🎯 Upgrade Your Speaking & Sales Strategy – Instead of live sales calls, use pre-recorded videos, interactive Q&A flows, and SMS automation to convert leads faster.

🎯 Optimize Your Speaking Engagements – Create custom event pages & QR codes to capture leads and automate post-event follow-ups.

🎯 Test AI-Powered Content Repurposing – Use tools like Opus Clip to turn long-form videos into viral short-form content automatically.

Ari Meisel is proof that working less and achieving more is not only possible but essential for high-performance entrepreneurs. His cutting-edge approach to automation, AI, and productivity is revolutionizing the way leaders scale their businesses.

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In this thought-provoking episode of the Expert Speaker Podcast, host Majeed Mogharreban sits down with Max Stossel, a poet, storyteller, and advocate for digital well-being, to explore the power of words, creativity, and the hidden impact of social media on our minds and relationships.

Max shares his journey into poetry and performance, the inspiration behind his upcoming play, and how he uses spoken word to ignite meaningful conversations. He also dives deep into the psychological effects of social media, the challenges of being a modern artist, and the balance between passion and profitability.

If you’re curious about art as a tool for transformation, the business of creativity, or how to navigate social media more mindfully, this episode is for you.

✅ From Fear of Death to Fear That There is No Death – How a psychedelic experience transformed Max’s understanding of consciousness and the afterlife.

✅ The Power of Poetry & Performance – How hearing a spoken word poem changed Max’s life forever and set him on a creative journey.

✅ Social Media & Mental Health – The hidden dangers of smartphone addiction, how it affects kids' development, and practical strategies to set healthier boundaries.

✅ Parenting in the Digital Age – Why delaying a child’s first smartphone leads to better mental health outcomes, and how parents can navigate peer pressure around technology.

✅ The Business of Art – Max shares his unique approach to funding creative projects, why he separates art from income, and how he balances financial sustainability with artistic freedom.

✅ "It's a Miracle" – Max’s Upcoming Play – An Off-Broadway-inspired performance that explores death, birth, psychedelics, and consciousness through storytelling and poetry.

🗣️ “Fear of what your kids are missing out on with no phone is so much stronger than what they’re actually missing out on.” – Max Stossel 🗣️ “A smartphone is better called an ‘infinite access to everything machine.’ It’s a self-comparison machine, a dopamine machine, and we’re handing it to kids before they’re ready.” – Max Stossel 🗣️ “I wanted to create art that plants seeds. You don’t always see the impact, but every once in a while, someone comes back and tells you how it changed them.” – Max Stossel 🗣️ “Theater still feels like a sacred space. Unlike social media, it demands presence.” – Max Stossel 🗣️ “I separate my art from my income so I can create what I love, not what pays the bills.” – Max Stossel

🎯 Set Boundaries with Social Media – Try using OneSec (the app Max recommends) to pause before opening Instagram and reflect on whether you really need to scroll.

🎯 Delay Smartphones for Kids – If you're a parent, consider delaying your child’s first smartphone and opt for a basic phone instead to preserve childhood and social skills.

🎯 Redefine Your Relationship with Technology – Turn off notifications that aren’t from real humans, charge your phone outside the bedroom, and replace screen time with meaningful activities.

🎯 Support Creative Work That Moves You – If you’re inspired by Max’s work, attend his play, follow his poetry, and support artists creating impactful work.

🎯 Balance Art & Business – Whether you’re an artist or entrepreneur, consider separating passion projects from your main income source to maintain creative freedom.

Poetry, storytelling, and art have the power to change minds and plant seeds of transformation. Max Stossel’s work challenges us to rethink our relationship with social media, embrace deeper consciousness, and approach art with intention.

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In this episode of the Expert Speaker Podcast, host Majeed Mogharreban sits down with Benjamin Cameo, a leadership coach, consultant, musician, and poet, to explore what it takes to be an effective leader in today's world.

Benjamin shares his expertise in 360 leadership assessments, how leaders can bridge the gap between perception and reality, and why power dynamics often create blind spots. He also discusses the role of emotions in leadership, how music and poetry shape his coaching, and why authenticity in leadership leads to stronger teams and better business outcomes.

If you want to improve your leadership, gain honest feedback, and learn the art of delegation, emotional intelligence, and strategic planning, this episode is for you.

✅ The Power of 360 Leadership Assessments – How getting anonymous feedback from peers, direct reports, and supervisors reveals blind spots and helps leaders grow.

✅ Why Leaders Feel Isolated – The filter bubble effect prevents leaders from getting honest feedback, even if they have an open-door policy.

✅ The Art of Delegation – If you struggle to delegate effectively, Benjamin shares why leaders fail to delegate and how to fix it with clear strategic planning.

✅ Coaching vs. Therapy – The difference between coaching for leadership development and therapy for personal healing, and when to refer clients for deeper psychological work.

✅ The Role of Emotions in the Workplace – How leaders should embrace emotions without letting them disrupt productivity, and why a strong emotional culture leads to better teamwork.

✅ Jazz, Poetry, and Leadership – How listening, improvisation, and word precision in music and poetry mirror the skills needed for great leadership and communication.

✅ Creating Actionable Strategic Plans – How to move from vague goals to SMART objectives that make leadership and business strategy clear, measurable, and effective.

🗣️ “A senior leader often lives in a filter bubble—power dynamics prevent people from giving them the full truth.” – Benjamin Cameo 🗣️ “Good leadership is like jazz—you have to listen, adapt, and know when to step in or step back.” – Benjamin Cameo 🗣️ “A strong strategic plan doesn’t have to be 20 pages. It needs to be actionable.” – Benjamin Cameo 🗣️ “Love and connection matter in leadership—people want to feel valued, not just managed.” – Benjamin Cameo 🗣️ “A poem is like leadership—every word, every detail matters, and the smallest shift can light everything up.” – Benjamin Cameo

🎯 Get a 360 Leadership Assessment – If you’re a leader, seek honest feedback from people at all levels to gain insight into your strengths and blind spots.

🎯 Master the Art of Delegation – Identify which tasks you should delegate and create a plan in advance to avoid last-minute overwhelm.

🎯 Make Your Strategic Plan SMART – Define clear, measurable, and time-bound objectives to increase productivity and make decision-making easier.

🎯 Develop Active Listening Skills – Whether in leadership or personal life, listening deeply (like a musician or poet) leads to better collaboration and communication.

🎯 Embrace Emotions in Leadership – Instead of suppressing emotions in the workplace, create a culture where people feel safe, heard, and valued.

Great leadership isn’t about control—it’s about awareness, adaptability, and creating environments where people thrive. By integrating self-awareness, delegation, and emotional intelligence, leaders can enhance their impact and build stronger, more connected teams.

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In this insightful and heart-opening episode of the Expert Speaker Podcast, host Majeed Mogharreban sits down with Marcelle Xavier, an expert in human connection, relationships, and the role of love in business and leadership.

Marcelle shares her decade-long research on how love and connection influence leadership, team performance, and personal growth. From quitting her corporate job to studying at Schumacher College in the UK, to leading Instituto Amuta in Brazil, Marcelle has dedicated her career to helping people design environments that foster deep connection, authenticity, and human flourishing.

If you want to build stronger relationships, create a more connected workplace, or simply redefine what love means in a professional setting, this episode is for you.

✅ Love is Essential for Innovation & Success – Businesses often focus on efficiency, but Marcelle argues that human connection is the missing piece for true innovation and collaboration.

✅ Why Self-Love Alone Isn’t Enough – Marcelle challenges the popular belief that "you must love yourself first" and instead shares how love is cultivated through community and relationships.

✅ Love in the Workplace – Introducing love in professional settings isn't about romance—it's about creating a culture of trust, appreciation, and support that leads to high performance.

✅ Creating Thinking Environments – Inspired by Nancy Klein’s Thinking Environment and Humberto Maturana’s research on love, Marcelle explains how the way we treat people directly influences their ability to think, create, and lead.

✅ Cultural Differences in Connection & Expression – Marcelle shares how Brazil, the UK, and other cultures differ in the way they express love, affection, and connection—and what businesses can learn from these differences.

✅ The Science of Love & Intelligence – Love isn’t just emotional—it actually makes us smarter, more adaptable, and more creative. Marcelle shares how companies can leverage love as a leadership tool.

✅ Simple Gestures That Transform Relationships – Whether in the workplace or personal life, small changes—like thoughtful gestures, intentional conversations, and creating safe spaces—can have a huge impact on relationships and culture.

🗣️ “Love is the emotion that makes us smarter.” – Marcelle Xavier 🗣️ “If I love you, I see you as a legitimate you—not just a projection in my mind.” – Marcelle Xavier 🗣️ “Creating environments where people feel safe, seen, and valued is the foundation of high performance.” – Marcelle Xavier 🗣️ “We don’t just need to change ourselves; we need to change the environments that allow people to flourish.” – Marcelle Xavier

🎯 Start small – Look for one simple, thoughtful action you can take today to improve connection in your workplace or relationships.

🎯 Redefine self-love – Instead of trying to force self-love in isolation, ask: What kind of environment helps me feel valued and cared for?

🎯 Explore Marcelle’s Work – Follow Instituto Amuta for more insights on creating connection, community, and transformative environments.

🎯 Want to bring love & connection into your workplace? – Marcelle offers facilitation, workshops, and corporate consulting to help teams build stronger, more authentic relationships.

Love and connection aren’t just for personal life—they are essential for leadership, innovation, and business success. Whether you’re leading a team, running a business, or navigating personal relationships, fostering an environment of genuine connection will help you build stronger, more fulfilling relationships in all areas of life.

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In this episode of the Expert Speaker Podcast, host Majeed Mogharreban sits down with Jim Saliba, executive coach and author of The Six Step Leadership Challenge. They discuss what it takes to be an adaptable leader in today’s fast-changing world, how to implement agile strategies in leadership, and why small, strategic experiments can lead to long-term success.

Jim shares his journey from a software engineer in New York to becoming a Silicon Valley executive coach, helping leaders navigate organizational change, overcome fear, and step into their authentic leadership style.

If you’re looking for practical strategies to become a stronger leader, embrace change with confidence, and make better decisions, this episode is packed with actionable insights.

✅ Bridging the Leadership Gap – Many leaders think they know what’s happening inside their companies, but there’s often a major disconnect. Jim shares how he helps executives see the reality and adjust accordingly.

✅ Agile vs. Waterfall Planning – Learn the difference between these two project management approaches and why agile is a better fit for today’s fast-paced, ever-changing business world.

✅ The 30-Day Experiment Rule – Instead of making big, overwhelming changes, Jim recommends leaders test small, focused experiments for no more than 30 days to drive measurable improvement.

✅ Overcoming Resistance to Change – Many people fear new technologies (like AI) or cling to outdated systems. Jim explains how to reframe change as a natural, necessary evolution rather than a threat.

✅ The Four Fears of Leadership – Jim breaks down the top fears holding leaders back:

• Fear of incompetence (imposter syndrome)
• Fear of appearing foolish
• Fear of failure
• Fear of being vulnerable

✅ Authenticity in Leadership – Leaders who try to “put on a work mask” burn out faster. Jim explains why showing up as your authentic self is key to long-term success.

✅ Jim’s Upcoming Leadership Retreat in Napa – A high-level mastermind for executives to gain clarity, create a 90-day action plan, and form lasting business relationships—all over great wine.

🗣️ “Fear is just a waste of imagination.” – Jim Saliba 🗣️ “Change has an arc—about two to three years—and then companies say, ‘We’ve changed!’ whether they have or not.” – Jim Saliba 🗣️ “We’re not throwing everything out—we’re adapting, tuning, and making it better.” – Jim Saliba 🗣️ “AI is just the latest tool to help us do more with less. Love it or hate it, it’s here.” – Jim Saliba

🎯 Grab Jim’s book The Six Step Leadership Challenge for a structured approach to leadership growth. 🎯 Start a 30-day leadership experiment – Pick one area to improve, set a clear goal, test it for a month, and analyze the results. 🎯 Connect with Jim Saliba. 

Leadership isn’t about knowing all the answers—it’s about being adaptable, experimenting with new strategies, and staying authentic in the process. Whether you’re feeling stuck or stepping into a new leadership role, this episode will help you navigate change with confidence and clarity.

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In this insightful episode, Majeed Mogharreban sits down with Samantha Moonsammy, founder of Lucky Book Publishing, to uncover the secrets to turning your ideas into a published book. From overcoming procrastination to creating a roadmap for success, Samantha shares her journey from event planner to book publishing expert and offers actionable strategies to help you bring your book to life.

Whether you’re a speaker looking to enhance your credibility or an entrepreneur wanting to leave a legacy, this episode is packed with tips to help you turn your dream of publishing a book into reality.

Key Takeaways:

1. The Power of a Coach: Majeed reflects on his experience of hiring a coach to finish his second book, underscoring the importance of guidance and accountability.
2. Creating a Strong Foundation: Samantha outlines the importance of starting with a solid book outline and how this can combat writer’s block and procrastination.
3. The Art of the Cover: Learn how to craft a compelling book title, subtitle, and cover that captures attention in seconds.
4. Community and Marketing: Samantha emphasizes the significance of community calls and strategic marketing plans to keep momentum post-launch.
5. Mindset and Overcoming Imposter Syndrome: Explore strategies to move past self-doubt and embrace the impact your story can have on others.
6. Efficient Writing Process: Discover how Samantha’s four-week publishing course can help you write and publish a quality book in just 90 days.

Memorable Quotes:

• "Your story deserves to be told, your voice matters." – Samantha Moonsammy
• "The longer you keep your book in your hands, the longer you’re leaving money on the table." – Samantha Moonsammy
• "Writing a book is a spiritual exercise, a service that goes beyond self." – Samantha Moonsammy

Action Steps:

1. Visit Lucky Book Publishing to learn more about Samantha's services.
2. Join Samantha’s weekly writing labs for a focused, distraction-free space to work on your book.
3. Sign up for her 90-minute book outline class to kickstart your writing process.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone who has ever thought, “I want to write a book.” Samantha Moonsammy provides the guidance and encouragement you need to take the first step and turn your book idea into a reality. Don't let another year go by without sharing your story with the world!

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Join host Majeed Mogharreban as he dives deep into the art and science of subconscious sales with Paul Ross, a renowned sales expert and master of hypnotic language. In this engaging conversation, Paul reveals transformative techniques to influence prospects on a profound level, build trust, and empower them to make confident decisions. From crafting irresistible language to reframing objections, Paul shares insights that can revolutionize your approach to sales and communication.

Key Takeaways:

1. The Power of Language in Sales:

   • Words are more than just tools—they shape consciousness, drive behavior, and influence decisions.
   • Effective language can lift prospects out of their autopilot mindset and into a state of openness and trust.

2. Reframing Sales as a Heroic Act:

   • Sales is about guiding prospects to see possibilities they didn't know they deserved.
   • By using subconscious language, you help clients believe in themselves and their decisions.

3. Handling Objections with Hypnotic Language:

   • Objections like “I need to think about it” can be restructured by linking indecision to past negative outcomes and inviting clarity.
   • Use pattern interrupts to create curiosity and redirect focus.

4. Hypnotic Techniques for Influence:

   • Phrases like “before we begin our exploration” create an unconscious relationship of trust and leadership.
   • Embedding suggestions subtly through storytelling can increase focus and engagement.

5. Building Confidence as a Speaker and Seller:

   • Your first sale is to yourself: believe in the urgency, importance, and uniqueness of your message.
   • Avoid being overly slick; vulnerability and authenticity make you relatable and trustworthy.

Notable Quotes:

• “Your words have the power to structure consciousness, shape decisions, and drive behavior.”
• “Selling isn’t slimy—it’s heroic. You’re guiding someone to see a vision of themselves they didn’t think was possible.”
• “The way you approach a conversation creates permission for deeper engagement.”

About Paul Ross: Paul Ross is an internationally recognized sales trainer, master hypnotist, and author of The Subconscious Sales Advantage. His innovative techniques have helped sales professionals and entrepreneurs close millions of dollars in deals by tapping into the power of subconscious influence.

Free Gift from Paul: Get a free digital copy of Paul’s latest book, The Subconscious Sales Advantage, along with a bonus 10-minute video training on crushing objections.

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In this episode of the Expert Speaker Podcast, host Majeed Mogharreban sits down with real estate investors Layda Zuniga and Valentina Carrillo from LMV Properties. Together, they explore their journey from novices in real estate to experienced multifamily property investors. Layda and Valentina share how they transitioned from managing single-family homes to investing in 10+ unit multifamily properties, emphasizing the importance of proper education and strategic planning.

Throughout the conversation, they dive into critical topics such as creative financing, risk management, and how their background as engineers has played a pivotal role in their approach to analyzing deals and problem-solving. Additionally, they discuss their focus on building long-term wealth through buy-and-hold strategies and partnerships that leverage time, expertise, and knowledge.

Key Takeaways:

• The Importance of Education in Real Estate: Layda and Valentina explain how obtaining proper education in real estate investing helped them shift from focusing solely on cash flow to building long-term wealth through multifamily properties.

• Creative Financing and Partnerships: They highlight how partnerships and creative financing methods have enabled them to scale their business faster, leveraging expertise and resources for larger deals.

• Multifamily Investing in Ontario: The duo discusses why they focus on Ontario’s real estate market due to its strong appreciation potential while also exploring other markets like Edmonton for more landlord-friendly policies.

• Risk Management and Conservatism: Layda and Valentina emphasize running conservative numbers and planning for unexpected events, such as rising interest rates, to protect their investments and investors.

• The Power of Partnerships: They encourage listeners not to shy away from partnerships, stating that finding the right partners can help accelerate growth and reduce the burdens of doing everything alone.

Notable Quotes:

• “Don’t let limiting beliefs hold you back. Partnerships are the way to go if you align on values and goals.”
• “In real estate, you need to be prepared to pivot, whether that’s increasing the size of the deal or adjusting your financing strategy.”
• “It’s like a marriage—you need to trust your partners and know that if the boat is sinking, you’re all in it together.”

Interested in Partnering? Layda and Valentina are always looking for new partners to join their real estate investments. Whether you’re new to real estate or an experienced investor, they’re happy to discuss potential deals and how you can get involved. Reach out through their social media to learn more.

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