Elevate with Tyler Chesser - The Real Estate Podcast for Investing, Mindset and Personal Development

E41 - Growth Through Adversity with Will Baumgardner

Will Baumgardner is Chief of Staff for Venture First. He has extensive experience in the e-commerce industry, holding roles in finance, strategy and operations. Will started his career with Zappos.com, a subsidiary of Amazon.com, where he was responsible for the finance function of three fulfillment centers and over $230 million in operating and capital expenses. He has strong expertise in financial planning and analysis, financial modeling, operations and corporate strategy. Will attended the University of Louisville, where he received his degree in Finance. He currently serves on the Board of Directors for the UofL Alumni Association and works with other local organizations to strengthen his community.

In this episode, Tyler and Will conversation focused on how the other side of discomfort creates profound experiences. Will explained his “obstacle is the way” mindset, and his goal of seeking to do one hard thing everyday. He also shared his experiences of overcoming various trials and tribulations in his work and personal life, whether it’s through innovation at Venture First, leading a team of 30 people or summiting Mount Kilimanjaro.Other topics included Will’s journey of moving to California and realizing the power of authenticity, facing brutal facts, situationally managing emotions, showing up everyday, being present, leaving something better than when you found it, positive information and more!
 
Music: Energetic Run (hooksounds.com)

E40 - Navigating COVID-19 Uncertainty in Multifamily Investing with Charles Dobens

Charles Dobens is a multifamily investor, attorney, and mentor to multifamily investors all around the country. Charles founded the Multifamily Investing Academy, where he works with students in his Owner Forum program to train them in the correct way to acquire, operate and own multifamily property. Dobens Law, his legal and consulting practice, has one specialty - helping new investors overcome any lack of confidence in moving toward their financial objective of owning and operating apartments. Charles is uniquely qualified to walk investors confidently through the entire process.
In this episode, Tyler and Charles discussed the state of uncertainty surrounding multifamily during the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic. Charles shared the best way investors can adapt in the current environment, the importance of putting systems in place, how he’s using his time and  recommended two types of provisions for purchase and sale contracts. He also shared the best way to protect yourself legally for black swan events.
Their multifamily conversation also covered the power of the cap rate, when you can quit your job, the five ways you can make money and why multifamily is the best business. Other topics included Charles transitioning his business to building apartments, meeting Sam Tamposi, his Owner Forum program and more!
Music: Energetic Run (hooksounds.com)

E39 - Contrarian Thinking with Spencer Hilligoss

Spencer Hilligoss is a passive real estate investor, multifamily co-sponsor and former technology leader. His company, Madison Investing, has co-sponsored deals totaling more than 4000 units for more than $500M. Spencer invests in syndications as an LP and actively leads Madison Investing alongside his Co-founder/Wife - Jennifer Morimoto. As a technology leader, Spencer built a 13-year track record of growing high-performing teams across five companies. In November 2019, Spencer “retired” from his lucrative technology career - leaving behind the $4B loan origination teams he built at LendingHome, funding 600 fix/flip transactions per month. Now, he is focused on spending time with loved ones and growing Madison Investing by helping passive investors achieve their goals.
In this episode, Tyler and Spencer’s discussion focused on the value of contrarian thinking, and how it can lead to new opportunities. Spencer shared how his 20 years’ experience in punk rock bands, combined with his background in various corporate roles, allowed him to become a whole person. He identified contrarian thinking as the single biggest driving force that saved him from a lifetime of corporate servitude, and he discussed how it has benefitted decision-making in real estate.
Other topics included relationship-building struggles for real estate investors, the clean slate technique, earning third-party credibility through authenticity, the consequences of hiring too aggressively, the hardships of management, inquiry vs. advocacy and more. Spencer provided uncommon wisdom and unique perspectives in this episode!
Music: Energetic Run (hooksounds.com)
 

E38 - The Value of Time with Kevin Gray

Kevin Gray is the role model to two boys, Jack and Phoenix, and husband of twelve years to Angela. He is the president and owner of ADC Paving, a Louisville-based full service paving and pavement maintenance contractor specializing in commercial/residential paving, resurfacing, new ground construction, patchwork, gravel, seal coat and striping. He’s also the operations coach of Top Contractor School.
The theme of Tyler and Kevin’s discussed focused on optimizing your time to get the most out of each day, both personally and professionally. Kevin emphasized the importance of expanding the limits of an 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. mindset, while also saving time for family, sleep, exercise and 30 minutes of self-reflection. He also discussed the benefits of Andy Frisella’s 75 Hard Program.
Other topics included working for your employees, Kevin’s work culture mindsets of “no bad jobs” and “the expectation is higher here,” Kevin’s traits learned from his father and experiences as a wrestler, trusting your instincts, investing in your circle and more. This episode will greatly resonate with the leaders, entrepreneurs and business owners of Elevate Nation! Music: Energetic Run
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E37 - Cultivating Emotional Alignment with Steven Pesavento

Steven Pesavento is the host of The Investor Mindset Podcast and an active investor who’s flipped over 150 houses within his first two years in the business. Based out of Denver, he manages teams out of state and is an expert at finding and funding deals. Through his top rated podcast and private membership community hearings, he brings together real estate investors focused on growing their business and their lives - uniting around the belief that “investing in yourself leads to the biggest ROI”.
In this episode, Tyler and Steven’s discussion focused on overcoming emotional misalignment through personal development. Steven shared his story of alleviating years of debilitating pain caused by trying to be a version of himself that others needed him to be. He also discussed the key spiritual moment that gave him the clarity to realize his true potential of being a successful real estate investor, and he provided great advice on how others can overcome misalignment.
Other topics included applying your knowledge, listening to your intuition, the “what, why, how” process, evening and night routines, moving from overwhelm to certainty, mentorship, living a life worth inspiring others by taking action now and more.
Music: Energetic Run (hooksounds.com)

E36 - Expanding Consciousness with Bestselling Author David Allen

David Allen is one of the world's most influential thinkers on productivity and he has 35 years experience as a management consultant and executive coach. He’s earned the titles of personal productivity guru by Fast Company Magazine and one of America's top five executive coaches by Forbes Magazine. The American management association has ranked him in the top 10 business leaders. His bestselling book, the groundbreaking Getting Things Done, The Art of Stress Free Productivity has been published in 30 languages. And the GTB methodology it describes has become a global phenomenon, being taught by training companies in 60 countries. David and his partners are dedicated to teaching people how to stay relaxed and productive in our fast-paced world.
Tyler and David’s discussion focused on the expansion of consciousness to become and remain more free and present. David shared why and how he created the GTD methodology, and its intention of not making life easy, but making life conscious. He also discussed how GTD helps business professionals handle the volume and variety of work they experience on a day-to-day basis, and he shared what day in the life looks like for him.
Other topics included rapid refocusing, martial arts as it relates to being present, ambient anxiety, the stress of opportunity, listening, scaling GTD for teams, David’s recent reads and more. David has trained hundreds of thousands of people, with 50,000+ hours dedicated to some of the most successful and brightest people, and he shares a wealth of wisdom in this episode!
Music: Energetic Run (hooksounds.com)
 

E35 - Making Extraordinary Decisions with Pancham Gupta

Pancham Gupta is the host of The Gold Collar Investor podcast and principal of Mesos Capital. Pancham has a Masters in Information Networking in Computer Science from Carnegie Mellon University. He manages and controls over $32 million in real estate. He has bought and invested in properties in five different states and internationally. Pancham has successfully built a portfolio which is cash-flowing in double digits. He is a co-founder of the Multifamily Mastermind NYC group and he was recently on a panel at the Best Ever Conference.
In this episode, Tyler and Pancham’s discussion focused on how decisions impact our destiny. Pancham shared his extremely challenging experience of deciding to remove the golden handcuffs of his high-paying job to pursue real estate investing. His story of facing pushback and hiring a mindset coach highlights the benefits of giving yourself permission to take the optimistic approach of what-if scenarios.
Other topics included hiring coaches for business, multifamily and sales; time blocking; automating processes through external help, virtual assistance or software; conducting business due diligence; Hal Elrod’s SAVERS and more.
Music: Energetic Run (hooksounds.com)

E34 - Discovering the Power of Mindset with Rod Khleif

Rod Khleif is a multiple business owner and philanthropist who is passionate about entrepreneurship and giving back. Rod soared from humble beginnings as a young, impoverished Dutch immigrant to incredible success. Rod has owned over 2,000 homes and apartment buildings and has built over 22 businesses in his 40 year career. Rod also founded the Tiny Hands Foundation, which has benefited more than 75,000 community children in need. 
Tyler and Rod’s discussion focused on discovering the psychology necessary to push through limiting beliefs. Rod shared the mindset it took to lose $50 million in 2008, as well as the mindset to recover and prosper. His experience epitomizes the idea of “failing your way to success,” and he discusses his many triumphs and spectacular failures, which he affectionately calls “Seminars”.
Their discussion provided numerous tips for optimizing your mindset, including setting a foundation of gratitude, honing your focus, writing down and visualizing your goals, morning routines and more. Rod shares a wealth of his business and life experiences, and provides inspiring insight in this episode!
Music: Energetic Run (hooksounds.com)