Inside the Wolf’s Den an Entrepreneurial Journey with Shawn and Joni Wolfswinkel

Property management can be a tough and treacherous task. Today, Shawn and Joni start a three-part series on managing rental properties. The longtime property managers focus on what they look for when choosing an investment property and the actions they take while preparing it for rent. They also discuss how you can avoid the most common mistakes so that your properties are always running smoothly!

Part 1: Selecting the Right Rental Property and Preparing it for Rent

No. So many of us struggle with this tiny one-syllable word. Today, Shawn and Joni talk about the importance of saying, “No.” They share their examples of how they learned to say “no” to things in both a work setting and relating to friends/family. There is a limited amount of time in a day, a week, a life, and learning to graciously say “no” and respectfully decline opportunities that take you off your course can help improve your relationships and declutter your life. Listen and learn why being good at saying “no” is one of the most critical skillsets a budding entrepreneur can learn.

In this week’s episode, Shawn and Joni welcome their longtime friend and colleague Graham W. Parham to the show. Graham, a Sr. Loan Officer with Highlands Residential Mortgage in Dallas, Texas, is a leader of financial expertise in the residential real estate market, developing a significant following among homebuyers and investors alike. Known and respected industry-wide, Graham has been a Mortgage Loan Officer for nearly 20 years. His production consistently ranks him as a top producer. As an active property investor, Graham has a strong insight into what his investment buyers are looking for to accomplish their short and long-term goals. The three real estate experts give their valuable insight into the dynamics of the current market conditions as they detail the emerging market opportunities around the country. They also carefully explain how they’ve successfully diversified their portfolios and amassed a robust collection of income-producing rental properties.

Link to Connect With Graham W. Parham: https://highlandsmortgage.com

In today's value-packed episode, Shawn and Joni explain why entrepreneurs must create a competitive edge to set them apart from the competition. They share their best practices in building winning teams and give detailed insight into establishing a strong legacy for your company. Whether working within an organization or going solo as self-employed - this episode has plenty of great strategies on how to get ahead now. They cover all aspects, including what it takes to be a successful entrepreneur or part of a larger organization in today's high-stakes environment where every dollar counts more than ever before.

In today's insightful episode, Shawn and Joni sit down with Human Resources expert Stan Spaulding to discuss the importance of hiring and retaining top talent. Stan, a certified Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR), has over two decades of experience as an HR generalist and deep expertise in Leadership Development. He is the proud Managing Member of the highly respected HR consulting firm, Achilles Group. Achilles Group is a team of accomplished human resources management professionals that has taken the concept of teamwork and elevated it to the next level. The trio discusses what you should be looking out for when interviewing potential employees and how to optimize your search to discover the right people to work for your company? In addition, they give insight into how you can ensure that new hires are a good fit for your culture and are set up for success in their new roles.

Link to Achilles Group: https://www.achillesgroup.com

To fully compete in a sanctioned bikini fitness competition takes extreme hard work and dedication. The competitor must be all in, and by the nature of the competition, there is no room for error or lack of discipline. In Today’s episode, Shawn and Joni share the journey their family experienced while Joni trained and competed in her first contest. They discuss their feelings and talk intimately about the moments that helped shape their determination; while at the same time highlighting the sacrifices they each made to propel Joni successfully across the finish line.

Whether you’re a real estate investor looking to fund a great deal or an entrepreneur needing cash to start your business, you need to know how to raise money. This episode is packed with actionable advice from Shawna and Joni as they speak about their experience growing their companies by successfully raising capital. They share their practical tips and best practices on building a business plan that will help you through the process of raising money for your business, startup, or idea. In addition, you’ll learn how to find investors, what questions they ask most often, and much more!

In this week's informative episode, Shawn and Joni talk personnel with seasoned entrepreneur and Sharper Business Solutions COO, Austin McCurdy. Austin is a Predictive Index Certified Partner and brings years of expertise and insight on personnel placement. Austin’s understanding of hiring the right personnel and placing them in the right roles is second to none. The three successful business owners discuss the crucial reasons why utilizing predictive indicators to hire the right people in the correct positions is vital to your business's success. They also define their personal best practices on nurturing the core values that lead to an organization's winning culture.

Link: https://sharperprocess.com

In this week’s uplifting episode, Shawn and Joni sit down with real estate entrepreneur Brian Trippe. Brian has many businesses in the real estate space, including a wholesale company, a brokerage, and a successful coaching business. He is also the owner of 70+ rental units; Brian has over 500 real estate transactions under his belt since beginning his investing career in 2012. In 2017, He started a real estate investors association in his hometown of Birmingham, which quickly grew to one of the largest in the country. The Real Estate Investing LIVE meetup brand has expanded beyond Birmingham and is currently in multiple locations throughout the southeast, with plans for rapid expansion throughout the country. In addition to running Alabama’s largest real estate club, Brian also hosts the Real Estate Investing LIVE podcast and teaches brand new investors how to get started. The trio discusses the importance of offering unparalleled expertise and sharing industry knowledge with your local market. They also share their best practices on successfully balancing family life while juggling the struggles of entrepreneurship.

The Real Estate Investing LIVE Link: https://www.facebook.com/reilive.tv/

Today, Shawn and Joni welcome friend and fellow entrepreneur Gabriel Rodarte to the Wolf’s Den. With an unflappable work ethic and a keen eye for recognizing talent, Gabe has built numerous thriving businesses and is a successful residential and commercial real estate investor. He founded Vertical House Buyers with his wife Marylou and has grown the company into one of the top house buying firms in the Houston area. Gabriel also heads the well-respected North Houston Real Estate Investors networking group. The Facebook group just surpassed 5,000 members and is an influential voice within Houston Real Estate Investor circles. In this powerful episode, Gabe gives insight into his notable achievements and shares tips on how he and his wife diligently pass their strong work ethic and passion for commitment to their children.

Vertical House Buyers Link: https://www.verticalhousebuyers.com