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What does it take to achieve financial freedom? Imagine the possibilities when hard work and dedication meet innovative strategies. Delve into Elaine's inspiring journey, from self-managing over 1,000 rental units to revolutionizing real estate profits and even unlocking the secrets to personal growth and fulfillment. This episode is bursting with life-changing insights for entrepreneurs—something you won't want to miss.

Elaine Stageberg is co-owner and founder of Black Swan Real Estate, a leading national presenter, investment thought leader, and real estate expert. Dr. Elaine Stageberg is a psychiatrist, mother of four, and mentor to physicians and real estate investors from all walks of life.

[00:00 - 12:12] Transitioning from Career to Real Estate Investment for Financial Freedom

• Elaine, who has been married to Nick for 12 years, resides with her family in Rochester
• Left their career to go into the world of investing and currently runs their own company 
• The catalyst for their move to real estate was stability and financial freedom
• Committed effort can lead you to your desired destination

[12:13 - 27:00] Leveraging Psychiatry and Maximizing Profits Through Creative Tactics

• Management and operation are essential aspects of handling businesses
• Understanding people is the foundation of investor relations
• Providing a portion of equity to employees as revenue share
• Pivoting in these times, especially when acquisitions are getting harder
• Being creative or flexible is really what it's all about in real estate and in any business

[27:01 - 35:47] The Final Four: Worst Job, Book, Skill to Learn, & Definition of Success

• Worst job ever was waitressing 
• Book that gave a paradigm shift: "The Infinite Game" by Simon Sinek
• Skill/talent to learn: Weightlifting
• Success means combining the science of success with the art of fulfillment 

Resources Mentioned

"The Infinite Game" by Simon Sinek

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