The Expert Author Show

On today’s episode, Brian talks about one of Dan Sullivan’s videos that was the tipping point in his life and that of his employee’s who felt stuck in his job by not pursuing his passion. Brian explains the 4 C’s that will probably change your life, too.

ON THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN MORE ABOUT:

• The concept that will make you grow faster as an entrepreneur.
• What are the 4 C’s.
• Problem of why people don't have the 4th C.
• The 3rd C and why people don't have it.
• Why you have to have the 2nd C in order to get to the 3rd and 4th.
• The 2nd C and why it’s important.
• What courage really feels like.
• Why you need to keep redoing the cycle.
• The truth about personal development.
• How the 4 C’s helped Brian.

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You need to define your niche in whatever business you’re in. In real estate, there are several factors you have to look at before diving in. On this episode, Brian gives some tips on what to look for or avoid when defining your niche.

ON THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN MORE ABOUT:

• Why you need to define more criteria after picking a niche and why this is important. 
• Why there are tons of deals even if you think there are not. +The real kind of shortage in real estate. 
• How to bring sanity to all the deals out there.
• Mistakes we made in the beginning.
• Why you need to figure out what zip codes you want properties in.
• Why you need to figure what year the properties you invest in were built.
• Types of houses to eliminate on your list.
• The size of property you should invest in.
• X factors that can help you in choosing properties.

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Want to build passive income but confused about where to start?

Click the link below to book a FREE 45 minute strategy call with me.

https://brian-ellwood.mykajabi.com/freestrategycall

On the call we'll layout your goals, what holds you back, and develop a clear action plan on exactly what you need to do next.

Book your call now, slots fill up fast!

Click here to book your free 45 minute Strategy Call with Brian:

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You need to define your niche in whatever business you’re in. In real estate, there are several factors you have to look at before diving in. On this episode, Brian gives some tips on what to look for or avoid when defining your niche.

On this episode, you'll learn more about:

• Why you need to define more criteria after picking a niche and why this is important.
• Why there are tons of deals even if you think there aren't.
• The real shortage in real estate.
• How to bring sanity to all the deals out there.
• Mistakes my partner and I made in the beginning.
• Why your need to figure out what zip codes you want properties in and what year the properties were built.
• Types of properties to eliminate from your list.
• The size of property you should invest in.
• X factors that can help you with choosing properties.

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Want to build passive income but confused about where to start?

Click the link below to book a FREE 45 minute strategy call with me.

https://brian-ellwood.mykajabi.com/freestrategycall

On the call we'll layout your goals, what holds you back, and develop a clear action plan on exactly what you need to do next.

Book your call now, slots fill up fast!

Click here to book your free 45 minute Strategy Call with Brian:

https://brian-ellwood.mykajabi.com/freestrategycall

A topic that is pretty basic but often overlooked in real estate is passive real estate investing. There are different forms of investing in real estate although many people think there's only one. It's important to have passive income channels and Brian gets into detail on that in this episode.

ON THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN MORE ABOUT:

•  What real estate means.
•  Meaning of real estate wholesaling.
•  Different types of real estate investing.
•  Active forms of real estate investing.
•  Passive forms of real estate investing.
•  Only way to invest passively in real estate.
•  Why real estate investing is different.
•  The difference between passive and active real estate investing.
•  Why you need to focus on streams of income and not piles of cash.
•  Reasons why you need to have passive income.
•  Why you need to get your first dozen houses.

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Want to build passive income but confused about where to start?

Click the link below to book a FREE 45 minute strategy call with me.

https://brian-ellwood.mykajabi.com/freestrategycall

On the call we'll layout your goals, what holds you back, and develop a clear action plan on exactly what you need to do next.

Book your call now, slots fill up fast!

Click here to book your free 45 minute Strategy Call with Brian:

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Despite all the benefits of being virtual, business over dinner can be really productive. On this episode, Brian talks about an epiphany he had after making a deal over dinner. He shares why it’s important to chill out with potential clients rather than sitting in a stiff boardroom or using email.

ON THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN MORE ABOUT:

• When to do business in the “real world” vs via email
• How he got a deal done over dinner
• Key relationships that are hard to grow via email
• What to do if you're nervous while meeting a client over dinner
• Why it's important to grow your relationships with the people you do business with
• Why history has proven that people like to do business in an environment that offsets the formality of business
• Why you need to create comfortable environment for business discussions

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Want to build passive income but confused about where to start?

Click the link below to book a FREE 45 minute strategy call with me.

https://brian-ellwood.mykajabi.com/freestrategycall

On the call we'll layout your goals, what holds you back, and develop a clear action plan on exactly what you need to do next.

Book your call now, slots fill up fast!

Click here to book your free 45 minute Strategy Call with Brian:

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On this episode, Brain deviates a little from the normal real estate talk and gets into health talk. It’s important to take care of your physical health because it translates to every other part of your life. Get to know a little about Brian’s personal health and how you can maybe improve yours.

ON THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN MORE ABOUT:

• Why you're missing out on if you don't treat your body as a professional athlete does.
• Why physical health is pretty important to Brian.
• Why he was hesitant to talk about physical health on the show.
• What Brian’s daily routine looks like. + Why the way you show up to work matters.
• Why learning to feel good is one of the best skills to acquire.
• How to mix cardio and fun if you’re not a fan of running.
• Brian’s health “secret weapon.”
• Why you need to know what you’re putting in your body.

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Want to build passive income but confused about where to start?

Click the link below to book a FREE 45 minute strategy call with me.

https://brian-ellwood.mykajabi.com/freestrategycall

On the call we'll layout your goals, what holds you back, and develop a clear action plan on exactly what you need to do next.

Book your call now, slots fill up fast!

Click here to book your free 45 minute Strategy Call with Brian:

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On this episode, Brian talks about one of the deals he’s currently working on that is probably going south. He shares some insights with you so that you can avoid making the same mistakes that he made on this particular deal.

ON THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN MORE ABOUT:

• A little history about our real estate business.
• Why Brian keeps going back to Tennessee despite having a great team that works for him.
• A deal that he has right now that’s going south. + Features of the house he’s working on.
• Why they feel like it might be a less-than-perfect deal despite the house being in good condition.
• What they're doing to make this right.
• Why you need to contact the property manager of an area before you consider purchasing a house there.
• A variable that is often overlooked when looking up comps. How to get accurate comps.

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Want to build passive income but confused about where to start?

Click the link below to book a FREE 45 minute strategy call with me.

https://brian-ellwood.mykajabi.com/freestrategycall

On the call we'll layout your goals, what holds you back, and develop a clear action plan on exactly what you need to do next.

Book your call now, slots fill up fast!

Click here to book your free 45 minute Strategy Call with Brian:

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On the last episode, Brian discussed the first cure to the shiny object syndrome, which was finding your passion. Today, he shares the second cure for shiny object syndrome and why it's so important to get this right.

ON THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN MORE ABOUT:

• Why you need to have a “Finisher” on your team.
• The two types of entrepreneurs.
• Problems for the “Starter” entrepreneur.
• Advantages of being a “Finisher” entrepreneur.
• Different famous “Starters” and “Finishers.”
• Why you’ve got to know if you're the “Starter” or “Finisher” in your business.
• Characteristics of a Visionary.
• Characteristics of an Integrator.
• Why you need to partner up with an Integrator.
• Why communication is key to healthy business relationships.

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Want to build passive income but confused about where to start?

Click the link below to book a FREE 45 minute strategy call with me.

https://brian-ellwood.mykajabi.com/freestrategycall

On the call we'll layout your goals, what holds you back, and develop a clear action plan on exactly what you need to do next.

Book your call now, slots fill up fast!

Click here to book your free 45 minute Strategy Call with Brian:

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Brian's new membership site - Freedom University - is live!

As a member, you'll get:

• 5 training modules (listed below)
  • Vision, Mindset, & Goal Setting
  • How to pick your market
  • How to build your team
  • How to find the deals (marketing)
  • How to find the money
• Monthly group coaching calls
• New videos/training/resources provided monthly
• Private Facebook group where members can interact with each other and Brian
• Accountability for goal setting
• A constructive atmosphere to help you grow no matter where you're at on your journey

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Want to build passive income but confused about where to start?

Click the link below to book a FREE 45 minute strategy call with me.

https://brian-ellwood.mykajabi.com/freestrategycall

On the call we'll layout your goals, what holds you back, and develop a clear action plan on exactly what you need to do next.

Book your call now, slots fill up fast!

Click here to book your free 45 minute Strategy Call with Brian:

https://brian-ellwood.mykajabi.com/freestrategycall

On this episode, Brian talks about “Shiny Object Syndrome,” which he’s been battling his whole life. It actually affects a majority of people who start businesses. You’re always jumping from one idea to another and never sticking with one thing. Brian goes over a couple solutions on this and how he’s been able to cope with it.

ON THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN MORE ABOUT:

• Definition and characteristics of Shiny Object Syndrome.
• Solutions to curing Shiny Object Syndrome.
• How Brian cured himself of Shiny Object Syndrome.
• How it’s the main problem visionary-minded people face in business.
• Why it's critical to figure out what you would be excited doing on a daily basis.

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Want to build passive income but confused about where to start?

Click the link below to book a FREE 45 minute strategy call with me.

https://brian-ellwood.mykajabi.com/freestrategycall

On the call we'll layout your goals, what holds you back, and develop a clear action plan on exactly what you need to do next.

Book your call now, slots fill up fast!

Click here to book your free 45 minute Strategy Call with Brian:

https://brian-ellwood.mykajabi.com/freestrategycall