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Why Your Comfort Zone Is Slowing You Down with Trevor McGregor


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What if the only thing holding you back from scaling your real estate journey... is you? In this episode, Angel Williams welcomes platinum coach and real estate investor Trevor McGregor to explore the mindset barriers that keep investors from scaling. With over 27,000 hours of coaching experience, Trevor shares insights on the importance of mental conditioning, identifying personal roadblocks, and finding the right people to support your journey. The conversation dives into fear, stress, team dynamics, belief systems, and why personal growth must accompany professional success. Whether you're just starting out or have experience in real estate, this episode provides a framework for asking better questions, taking more ownership, and building a foundation for long-term success.

 

[00:01 - 04:30] Mindset Comes First

  • The importance of recognizing internal resistance as a growth opportunity
  • How discomfort often signals upcoming breakthroughs
  • Why success starts with understanding what’s holding you back

 

[04:31 - 08:49] Fear, Stress & the Boiling Point

  • How to reframe fear and anxiety as signs of transformation
  • The significance of persistence when you're “three feet from gold”
  • Why understanding your “why” fuels your ability to push forward

 

[08:50 - 12:53] Find Your Lane, Build the Right Team

  • The importance of knowing your core strengths
  • How finding “your lane” can ease discomfort in the process
  • Why complementary partnerships are necessary for success

 

[12:54 - 15:27] The Who, Not the How

  • How to identify and call on your “professional pillars”
  • The need to keep asking until you find the right support
  • Why alignment in values and mindset matters when choosing collaborators

 

[15:28 - 19:35] Let Go of the Old Story

  • What the significance of identity and belief systems means in scaling
  • How revisiting the past can block progress
  • Why stepping into the present moment gives you access to new outcomes

 

Connect with Trevor:

 

https://www.linkedin.com/in/trevor-mcgregor-93375862/

 

Key Quotes:

 

“Anytime we feel a little bit of a chaotic vibration, that’s the universe’s way of getting us to grow and build muscle.” - Trevor McGregor

 

“Nobody has anything until they do. That’s why we’re here—to teach, to learn, to share. If we can do it, you can too.” - Trevor McGregor

 

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The Academy Presents podcastBy Angel Williams