Summary Whitney Sewell, owner and founder of Life Bridge Capital, shares his journey from military service to real estate syndication and his passion for helping families adopt. He emphasizes the importance of balancing work and family and making intentional decisions to prioritize what truly matters. Surrounding oneself with like-minded individuals and mentors is crucial for personal and professional growth. Whitney also highlights the significance of finding a vehicle, such as real estate, to fund one's passions and make a positive impact in the world. Whitney Sewell reflects on his journey as a podcaster and real estate entrepreneur, emphasizing the importance of perseverance and consistency. He shares his experience of starting a daily podcast and the challenges he faced, but also the opportunities it brought in terms of networking and building relationships. Sewell advises aspiring podcasters to focus on their unique audience and the value they can provide, rather than aiming to be at the top of the charts. He also discusses the significance of delegation and hiring a team to scale a business, as well as the importance of setting boundaries and prioritizing family and relationships. Takeaways - Balancing work and family is crucial for long-term success and fulfillment. - Surrounding oneself with the right people and mentors is essential for personal and professional growth. - Finding a vehicle, such as real estate, to fund one's passions can lead to making a positive impact in the world. - Taking risks and stepping out of one's comfort zone is necessary for growth and success. - Building meaningful relationships and showing genuine care for others can open doors and create opportunities. - Perseverance and consistency are key to success in any endeavor. - Building relationships and networking are valuable outcomes of podcasting. - Delegation and hiring a team are essential for scaling a business. - Setting boundaries and prioritizing family and relationships are crucial for a fulfilling life. - An abundance mindset, focused on generosity and service, is more fulfilling than a scarcity mindset. Chapters 00:00 - Introduction and anticipation 02:09 - Whitney's backstory and inspiration 08:11 - Balancing work and family 11:04 - The dangers of hustle culture 16:10 - Taking risks and stepping out of the comfort zone 21:07 - Surrounding oneself with the right people 23:40 - Real estate as a vehicle to fund passions 28:11 - Passion for adoption and other causes 31:38 - The marathon vs sprint mentality 32:14 - The Power of Perseverance and Consistency 34:27 - Building Relationships and Networking through Podcasting 38:41 - Delegation and Hiring: Keys to Scaling a Business 50:08 - Setting Boundaries and Prioritizing Family 59:14 - Embracing an Abundance Mindset Connect with Whitney Sewell: Website: https://lifebridgecapital.com/
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