Other Peoples' Perspective

In episode 15 of Other People's Perspective, Freddy Cocek interviews Blake Elsner, a third-generation Real Estate Professional from St. Louis, to discuss the ins and outs of the real estate industry, the challenges of working in a family business, and the impact of current economic conditions on the housing market.

Tune in for a light-hearted yet informative discussion on family, entrepreneurship, and the real estate business.

TIMESTAMPS

[00:02:58] Real estate career journey

[00:04:36] Family business in real estate

[00:10:37] Industry chaos post-COVID

[00:13:40] Brand building through communication

[00:15:45] Communication in relationships

[00:20:27] Finding friends in business

[00:22:02] Investment in personal growth

[00:26:39] Sales challenges in family business

[00:30:19] Future of currency and crypto

QUOTES

• "Never to not give them a chance and always listen because you never know what somebody is going to tell you or have to say to you because that's kind of like life." -Blake Elsner
• "Anytime that somebody does something to draw attention to themselves, you've got to be realistic that you're going to get everybody." -Freddy Cocek
• "You talk s*** and you're just like, you don't understand until you actually put yourself into one of these rooms to where you're actually growing." -Blake Elsner

SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS

Freddy Cocek

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cocekdaddy/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/freddy.cocek

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/freddy-cocek-496a0794/

Blake Elsner

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bpelsner/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/blake.elsner/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/blake-elsner-a04396b5/

WEBSITE

Other People’s Perspective: https://www.opppodcast.com/

Elevate with Elsner Podcast: https://elevatewithelsnerpodcast.com/

Elsner Real Estate: https://www.bradagent.com/

In episode 15 of Other People's Perspective, Freddy Cocek interviews Fatima “Faye” Saad, a powerhouse in sales, a cancer survivor, and the Co-Founder of Athena Business Group. After years of misdiagnoses, she finally uncovered the root of her health struggles: late-stage Lyme disease. Her journey of healing, resilience, and reinvention led her to create the E3 Strategy—Energy, Empathy, and Execution. 

Tune in for insights that will help you appreciate your worth and understand the dynamics of exchange in everyday life.

TIMESTAMPS

[00:01:20] Value of time and experience.

[00:05:03] Trading skills for money.

[00:09:24] Podcast growth through visual engagement.

[00:14:27] Evolution of business perspectives.

[00:15:37] Ego is the enemy of success.

[00:20:48] Pattern Interrupt for Personal Change.

[00:25:20] Complacency and change resistance.

[00:30:03] Wanting change for others.

[00:32:39] Motivation for personal change.

[00:36:16] Limiting beliefs and personal growth.

[00:42:55] Sales and marketing dynamics.

[00:46:12] Bad hiring decisions in leadership.

[00:50:18] Empowering through coaching and consulting.

[00:52:02] Health and personal growth.

[00:56:50] Business decisions and personal feelings.

[01:00:52] Business coaching and personal development.

[01:06:10] Proven strategies and testimonials.

[01:08:19] Podcast subscription and reviews.

QUOTES

• "I've learned from everything, so I'm very grateful. There's a lot of gratitude in that, I know I'm on the right path now, but overall, it's just a matter of being brutally honest with ourselves." - Fatima Saad
• "If you're not aligned with it and it doesn't promote you to really want to give your best, then you can't serve anyone else or help anyone else to the best of your ability if you're not feeling it." - Freddy Cocek
• "I'm ready to just go all in and change people's lives and help them achieve great things by improving their businesses." - Fatima Saad

SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS

Freddy Cocek

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cocekdaddy/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/freddy.cocek

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/freddy-cocek-496a0794/

Fatima Saad

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/faye_salesstrategist/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/faye.saad.14

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fatima-saad-faye-saad-883344191/

WEBSITE

Other People’s Perspective: https://www.opppodcast.com/

In episode 14 of Other People's Perspective, Freddy Cocek interviews Kevin Faulkner, the Owner at 3B Credit Health, to discuss the pivotal moments in their entrepreneurial journeys. They explore the challenges and excitement of starting anew, particularly after significant transitions like selling a business.

Tune in for a refreshing perspective on growth and reinvention!

TIMESTAMPS

[00:02:04] Starting over as an entrepreneur.

[00:04:25] Starting over with experience.

[00:10:01] Importance of perspective with age.

[00:14:16] Extracting lessons for growth.

[00:20:38] Positive lessons in adversity.

[00:22:30] Abundance mindset vs. scarcity mindset.

[00:29:03] Generational behavior and mindset.

[00:30:53] Self-worth and personal growth.

[00:37:11] Keeping promises to yourself.

[00:38:35] Credit repair and personal growth.

[00:42:50] Systematic completion in daily habits.

QUOTES

• "What's important and significant now is something else, something that brings you more peace and less of the chase and the hassle of the hustle." - Freddy Cocek
• "That's the best way to turn a loss, though, into a win. If you can get really good on a mass scale at extracting the lesson so that it doesn't get repeated, you can't lose." - Kevin Faulkner
• "I really believe that's the difference between winners and people that don't win. Winners can see the positive lessons in anything." - Kevin Faulkner

SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS

Freddy Cocek

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cocekdaddy/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/freddy.cocek

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/freddy-cocek-496a0794/

Kevin Faulkner

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevinfaulknertexas/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kevin.faulkner.353

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-faulkner-b6b928179/

WEBSITES

Other People’s Perspective: https://www.opppodcast.com/

3B Credit Health: https://3bcredithealth.com/

In episode 13 of Other People's Perspective, Freddy Cocek interviews Daine Patton, the Owner of Bats to Rats Wildlife Control and Prevention, as he shares how he transitioned into entrepreneurship, the impact of his family on his decisions, and his commitment to sustainable growth. 

Tune in for an insightful conversation that highlights the importance of adapting to life's changes and finding your true calling.

TIMESTAMPS

[00:01:01] Wildlife control and prevention.

[00:07:16] Bats and wildlife control.

[00:12:51] Bat population importance.

[00:18:23] Airborne pollutants from dredging operations.

[00:22:23] Self-awareness and its impact.

[00:25:11] Personal transformation journey.

[00:30:06] Importance of consistency in change.

[00:33:44] Delayed Gratification in Personal Growth.

[00:37:12] Surrounding yourself with winners.

[00:39:15] Lifestyle changes for better health.

[00:43:11] Living life for your kids.

[00:49:01] Impacting others through personal growth.

QUOTES

• "The results you want are on the other side of the hard work that you're either not willing to do or you're afraid to do." - Freddy Cocek
• "We all have greatness inside of us, but it's up to us to do the work to find it. And then that greatness is a gift that we get to share with everybody else." - Daine Patton
• “Stop worrying about the negativity that's happening in the world that you can't control and actually focus on the things that you can control every single day to provide a better life for yourself and for them.” - Daine Patton

SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS

Freddy Cocek

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cocekdaddy/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/freddy.cocek

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/freddy-cocek-496a0794/

Daine Patton

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dainepatton/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DainePatton1/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daine-patton-0366558b/

WEBSITES

Other People’s Perspective: https://www.opppodcast.com/Bats to Rats Wildlife Control and Prevention: https://batstorats.com/

In episode 12 of Other People's Perspective, Freddy Cocek interviews Sarah Jones, the Owner of Keeping Up With The Joneses Financial Coaching, as she discusses her passion for financial literacy, explaining her unique approach to helping individuals and small business owners get their finances organized and work towards a debt-free lifestyle.

Tune in for a thought-provoking and uplifting dialogue that leaves you with something to ponder and share.

TIMESTAMPS

[00:02:05] Hair transformation process.

[00:04:24] Protective hairstyles and travel.

[00:08:07] Challenges of living in a camper.

[00:13:28] Traveling full-time lifestyle.

[00:17:45] Growth through new experiences.

[00:22:44] Comfort zone and personal growth.

[00:23:45] Six pillars of finance.

[00:27:43] Printing photos on metal.

[00:32:12] Traveling as a vendor.

[00:38:10] Creative outlet in business.

[00:40:58] Memorializing special moments.

[00:45:20] Gardening as a therapeutic hobby.

[00:48:26] Plant cuttings as legacy gifts.

[00:52:12] Importance of fun conversations.

QUOTES

• "Being on the road and being able to see different cultures, being able to see different ways that people live and really almost immersing myself in just new places all the time. I have much more compassion for people and it makes me a much better coach." - Sarah Jones
• "Most small businesses closed down because they don't understand cash flow and they don't understand money right and so that’s what I want, to help people to understand money and to use it in a way that it works for them and not against them." - Sarah Jones
• "One business can't appease everyone. You got to stick with what works and what you know works best." - Freddy Cocek

SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS

Freddy Cocek

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cocekdaddy/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/freddy.cocek

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/freddy-cocek-496a0794/

Sarah Jones

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keepingupwiththejonesesfc/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KUWTJFC/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kuwtjfc/

WEBSITES

Other People’s Perspective: https://www.opppodcast.com/

Keeping Up With The Joneses Financial Coaching: https://keepingupwiththejonesesfc.com/

In episode 11 of Other People's Perspective, Freddy Cocek interviews Charlie Ramshaw, a Sales & Development leader at Ramshaw Real Estate and Team President at RamClean. We explore how the meaning of wealth evolves over time, plus our shared passions for hunting, the outdoors, bourbon collecting, and living with gratitude.

Tune in for an engaging conversation that highlights the value of support and collaboration in both personal and professional spheres.

TIMESTAMPS

[00:02:34] Importance of building a team.

[00:05:09] Wealth beyond just making money.

[00:10:25] Treating people as individuals.

[00:12:30] Flight simulator manufacturing and design.

[00:16:24] Life's unexpected career paths.

[00:18:48] Real flex: family support.

[00:24:09] Legacy and family retreat goals.

[00:26:05] Exotic animals market in Texas.

[00:30:33] Importance of water for wildlife.

[00:34:00] Nilgai hunting in South Texas.

[00:37:30] Podcast subscription and reviews.

QUOTES

• “I think getting this and the place that it's in now and stable and then starting to look at other ventures and other avenues to create wealth is definitely at the forefront of my mind at this point.” - Charlie Ramshaw
• “My focus in life is just to sit back and be very grateful for what I have and let that be very present. And just really pour into my team and just know that I just rely on them to do their thing.” - Charlie Ramshaw
• "One of the key characteristics for a leader is knowing that you don't know everything and you don't know how to do everything, but being able to find good people to fill those gaps." - Freddy Cocek

SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS

Freddy Cocek

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cocekdaddy/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/freddy.cocek

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/freddy-cocek-496a0794/

Charlie Ramshaw

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ramshaw13/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/charlie.ramshaw/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlie-ramshaw-ceo/

WEBSITES

Other People’s Perspective: https://www.opppodcast.com/

Ramshaw Real Estate: https://ramshaw.com/

RamClean: https://ramclean.com/

In episode 10 of Other People's Perspective, Freddy Cocek interviews Taylor Symmank, a Senior Sales Management Consultant at Apex, as he shares his journey from team sports to the NFL, lessons from his grandfather's coaching with the Dallas Cowboys, and how he transitioned those experiences into a successful career in sales and business.

Tune in for an inspiring conversation filled with valuable lessons on resilience, growth, and the power of perspective. 

TIMESTAMPS

[00:02:13] Sports background and family influence.

[00:04:51] Athletic journey to the NFL.

[00:09:01] Grandfather's influence on sports.

[00:12:01] Completing the family legacy.

[00:15:40] Passing on knowledge and experiences.

[00:19:37] Transitioning from sports to business.

[00:21:35] Team dynamics in sports and business.

[00:24:46] Character traits in new opportunities.

[00:29:44] Transitioning from sports to business.

[00:32:50] Learning through observation.

[00:39:10] Knowledge is power.

[00:41:24] The importance of surrounding yourself.

[00:46:25] Aging gracefully and perception.

[00:49:25] Positive mindset and perception.

[00:51:30] Environment shapes focus and reality.

[00:55:09] Gratitude and mindset transformation.

[00:58:29] Focus on the positives.

QUOTES

• "I'm going to be smarter, but at the same time, I'm not going to spend my energy and all my focus and my emotional bandwidth holding things that may not ever be true. And I'm going to focus on this and avoid the things that could go wrong." - Taylor Symmank
• "If you help enough people, you'll basically always be taken care of." - Taylor Symmank
• "It's something that if anyone ever finds himself in that position or heading that direction you gotta acknowledge where you're at and realize that you know, Don't focus on those negativities." - Freddy Cocek

SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS

Freddy Cocek

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cocekdaddy/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/freddy.cocek

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/freddy-cocek-496a0794/

Taylor Symmank

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tsymm/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/official.Taylor.Symmank/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylorsymmank/

WEBSITES

Taylor Symmank: https://myservices.phonesites.com/

In episode 9 of Other People's Perspective, Freddy Cocek interviews Andrew Wilson, aka Drewbie, the Founder of Call the Damn Leads, as he shares insights on influencing younger generations, mastering skills through focus and repetition, and using podcasting to leave a legacy for future generations.

Tune in for an inspiring discussion that challenges conventional wisdom and promotes individual growth!

TIMESTAMPS

[00:01:01] Success as a subjective measure.

[00:04:51] Changing goals over time.

[00:10:49] Pursuing individual career paths.

[00:14:26] Perspective on success and opportunity.

[00:16:36] Focus on one opportunity.

[00:21:07] The importance of staying focused.

[00:24:52] Legacy through podcasting.

[00:29:41] The significance of personal stories.

[00:33:32] Value of time, money, and purpose.

[00:40:21] Personal discipline and opportunity.

[00:43:40] New Year's Eve reflections.

QUOTES

• "That, to me, is what really leaving a legacy is. That's a perspective that I think most people overlook, is that they doubt the validity and the value of their own struggle and how powerful that story can be for the people in their lives." - Andrew Wilson
• "Your story, your struggle, the things that you've lived, the things that you've done, the things that you've gone through, that resonates with someone somewhere." - Freddy Cocek
• "If we know that is the one finite resource that we have — time, we should probably be a little bit smarter about how we're using it." - Andrew Wilson

SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS

Freddy Cocek

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cocekdaddy/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/freddy.cocek

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/freddy-cocek-496a0794/

Andrew “Drewbie” Wilson

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drewbierides/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrewbieRides

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drewbiewilson/

WEBSITE

Drewbie Wilson: https://www.drewbiewilson.com/

Call the Damn Leads: https://callthedamnleads.com/

In episode 8  of Other People's Perspective, Freddy Cocek interviews Zach Sasser, aka "The Young Closer" and top sales producer in APEX,  to discuss the power of seizing opportunities, traveling the world, and key strategies for young professionals to excel in life and business. At a young age, Zach has already built an impressive career in sales, entrepreneurship, and real estate investment. 

Tune in for an inspiring conversation filled with valuable insights for growth and success!

TIMESTAMPS

[00:03:08] Personal growth and development.

[00:06:44] Family legacy in entrepreneurship.

[00:09:50] Opportunity and personal effort.

[00:13:23] The value of consistent effort.

[00:16:23] Travel and new experiences.

[00:27:05] Memories as currency.

[00:29:39] Prioritizing memories over financial goals.

[00:34:37] Exposure and personal discipline.

[00:37:44] Time under tension.

[00:41:12] Instant gratification vs. hard work.

[00:43:32] Personal growth and self-acceptance.

[00:47:37] The power of desire.

QUOTES

• "Strong men create good times, good times create weak men, weak men create hard times, that same cycle." - Zach Sasser
• "I think anyone that pushes themselves harder and pushes themselves farther to do more They deserve to give themselves a very fair and pretty huge level of credit because not everyone is willing to do the work and put in the extra effort and what it takes to get farther." - Freddy Cocek
• "Being able to pour back into other people that want what I have, while also being surrounded by other people that have what I want as well. I think that's very important." - Zach Sasser

SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS

Freddy Cocek

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cocekdaddy/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/freddy.cocek

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/freddy-cocek-496a0794/

Zach Sasser

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sasser21/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/realzachsasser/

In episode 7 of Other People's Perspective, Freddy Cocek interviews Pedro Meneses, a real estate professional, as they dive deep into the challenges and changes of 2023, discussing the overwhelming nature of entrepreneurship and the importance of setting boundaries in both work and personal life.

Tune in for insights on balancing family, work, and social engagement.

TIMESTAMPS

[00:02:17] Holiday season anticipation.

[00:06:20] Balancing work and personal life.

[00:08:04] Work-life balance and boundaries.

[00:12:24] Prioritizing life over career.

[00:18:46] Social media misconceptions in business.

[00:22:12] The pressure of expectations.

[00:26:39] Resilience in handling adversity.

[00:28:31] The power of repetition.

[00:31:26] Purpose beyond serving others.

[00:35:01] Social media's impact on business.

[00:39:11] Turning opportunities into profit.

[00:44:39] Privilege and personal responsibility.

[00:46:08] Opportunities and personal decisions.

[00:49:17] Empowerment through personal responsibility.

QUOTES

• "You’re not gonna make more money by working more hours if you don’t have order and structure in your life." - Pedro Meneses
• "I have to welcome the pressure that is going to come my way because he's going to be, you're going to find pressure all the way up to the top of the mountain." - Pedro Meneses
• "People that have a mind and an eye for opportunities in different capacities, they can spot it, they can see it. And opportunities are out there in many forms." - Freddy Cocek

SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS

Freddy Cocek

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cocekdaddy/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/freddy.cocek

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/freddy-cocek-496a0794/

Pedro Meneses

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pedrojmeneses_/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pompier.meneses

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pedro-meneses-0b657664/

WEBSITE

High Level Real Estate: https://pedromeneses.online/

Jason Mitchell Group: https://pedro.mitchellgrouptx.com/