In this episode, Jonna sits down with Shawn Gwaltney, a seasoned business owner and investor based in St. Louis, Missouri, who shares how he transitioned from running a manufacturing company to building financial freedom through real estate. Drawing from over 30 years of entrepreneurial experience and his new book Fear to Fortune, Shawn unpacks how overcoming fear and taking that first step—while keeping your W2 or business—can open the door to life-changing results. He walks us through time-blocking strategies, mindset shifts, and the power of self-managing rentals to grow a sustainable portfolio, even as a busy entrepreneur or tradesperson.

00:00 Introduction

00:46 Interview with Shawn Gwaltney Begins

01:35 Meet Our Guest!

02:09 Shawn’s Real Estate Insights

04:01 Shawn's Book: Fear to Fortune

04:19 Importance of Networking in Real Estate

04:57 Overcoming Fear in Real Estate Investing

06:55 Shawn's First Rental Property

09:27 Balancing Business and Real Estate

19:25 Managing Rental Properties

21:45 Introduction to Trusted Resources

22:30 Time Management for Entrepreneurs

24:25 Balancing Family and Business

27:06 The Importance of Self-Managing Rentals

32:09 The Role of Education in Real Estate Investing

35:31 The Value of Coaching and Mentorship

37:58 Shawn's Retirement and Future Plans

43:53 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Connect with Shawn at www.shawngwaltney.com.

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