🎙️ What does it really take to break into the hotel industry as a commercial real estate investor? 

Welcome back to ep108 of “Inspired To Invest” with John Wijtenburg. Click here if you'd rather watch than listen.

John Wijtenburg is a commercial investor and asset manager who shares the unfiltered truth about building a business in the high-stakes world of hospitality.

From sleeping in cars and flying standby to closing multimillion-dollar deals and managing some of Canada’s most recognizable hotel assets—John’s story is one of grit, hustle, and relentless problem-solving. This episode is packed with real-life lessons for anyone looking to get into commercial real estate or scale beyond residential investing.

Whether you're a seasoned investor, just starting out, or somewhere in between, this one’s for you.

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