Grit, Grace & Growth: Real Estate, Entrepreneurship, Motherhood & Resilience
Grit, Grace, and Growth Podcast with Laura Navaquin. Redefine your journey to success, one inspiring episode at a time. Grit, Grace, and Growth is a dynamic podcast that blends authentic stories and expert advice, delivered through engaging conversations with entrepreneurs and thought leaders. Each episode feels like a heartfelt chat with friends, offering actionable insights and real-life strategies to help you navigate the complexities of entrepreneurship, real estate investing and personal growth.
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In this episode of Grit Grace and Growth, host Laura Navaquin speaks with Debbie Miller, a digital marketing expert, about the essential logistics of building and scaling a brand. They discuss the journey of starting a brand, the logistical challenges faced in business growth, and key strategies for sustaining and growing a brand while maintaining core values. Debbie shares her insights on digital marketing strategies, the ...
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In this episode of Grit, Grace and Growth, host Laura Navaquin speaks with Mary Wiegand, founder and CEO of Boon LLC, about her journey of resilience and grit. Mary shares her transition from a successful corporate career to entrepreneurship, the challenges she faced during the pandemic as a single mother of four, and how she balances her growing business with family life. They discuss the unique approach of Boon LLC in pro...
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In this episode of Grit Grace and Growth, host Laura Navaquin speaks with Lauren Bercuson, a trademark and intellectual property attorney, about her journey through career pivots and the importance of trademark law for entrepreneurs. Lauren shares her personal story of navigating significant life changes, including her son's health challenges, and how these experiences shaped her career path. The conversation delves into th...
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In this episode, Laura Navaquin speaks with Hilda Perez, a Dominican American entrepreneur, about the intersection of wellness, entrepreneurship, and community impact. Hilda shares her journey from growing up in a family business focused on holistic health to her current roles as COO of Salud and co-founder of Savvy. The conversation explores the importance of nutrition, community advocacy, and personal well-being, as well ...
In this episode of Grit, Grace, and Growth, host Laura Navaquin is joined by Mayra, a launch and sales conversion copywriter and marketing strategist who helps ethical business owners connect with socially conscious audiences. Together, they dive into the art of crafting powerful and effective call-to-action (CTA) copy that drives results.
Mayra explains why generic phrases like “Click here” or “Learn more” just don’t cut it anymor...
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In this episode of Grit Grace and Growth, host Laura Navaquin speaks with financial expert Genevieve Anderson about the importance of investing and growing your money. They discuss Genevieve's journey into finance, the significance of understanding one's money mindset, and practical steps for managing cash flow and spending intentionally. The conversation also covers the role of debt in wealth building, various investment s...
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In this episode of Grit, Grace & Growth, host Laura Navaquin speaks with Melissa Lohrer, an agency growth consultant, about the significance of strategic partnerships in business. They discuss Melissa's journey from working in-house at agencies to starting her own consulting business, Waverly Avenue Consulting, aimed at helping agency owners, particularly women, achieve sustainable growth. The conversation covers the im...
In this episode of Grit, Grace, and Growth, host Laura Navaquin sits down with Ari Krzyzek, CEO and Head of Strategy at Chykalophia, a leading woman-owned web and creative agency that helps women-led B2B tech brands scale their businesses through strategic website design and branding. Ari shares her insights on how successful businesses require more than just a great idea—they need grit, a clear vision, and a deep purpose to create...
Episode Summary: In this episode of Grit, Grace, and Growth, Laura Navaquin explores the six foundational pillars essential for scaling any company. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take your business to the next level, understanding and implementing these pillars—Mindset, Branding, Marketing, Sales, Systems, and Team—will set you up for sustainable growth and success. Laura provides actionable insights and practical ...
In this episode of Grit, Grace, and Growth, we’re unlocking the secrets to financing fixer-uppers in 2024 with hard money loans. If you’re eyeing those distressed properties and wondering how to secure funding, this episode is tailored just for you!
We break down the essentials of hard money loans, exploring how they work, the benefits they offer for real estate investors, and why they might be the perfect solution for your next pr...
In this episode of Grit, Grace, and Growth, we dive deep into the journey of scaling your real estate investment business from a solo endeavor to a thriving enterprise. If you're ready to take your real estate investing to the next level, this episode is a must-listen!
We’ll start by discussing the critical first step in scaling: hiring your first team member. Learn how to identify the right role for your growing business, how ...
In this episode of Grit, Grace, and Growth, we dive deep into the concept of alignment—what it means, why it’s crucial, and how to achieve it in both life and business. So often, we chase goals or follow paths that don’t truly align with who we are or what we want, leaving us feeling out of balance and unfulfilled. Today, we’ll explore how to recognize misalignment and how to make the shifts necessary to live and work in harmony wi...
In this episode of Grit, Grace, and Growth, Laura Navaquin delves into the question many aspiring investors ask: Is investing in real estate a good idea? Laura provides a comprehensive overview of the advantages and disadvantages of real estate investing, offers practical tips for those considering it, and shares insights into what makes real estate a potentially lucrative investment choice.
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I can hardly believe it—50 episodes in just a few short months, and here we are! In today’s special episode, I want to take a moment to thank every single one of you for your support, encouragement, and loyalty. Whether you’ve been here from the very beginning or joined us somewhere along the way, you’ve helped shape this journey, and I’m so incredibly grateful. Tune in for some reflections on how far we’ve come, the lessons learne...
As Grit, Grace, and Growth hits a milestone with our 50th episode, we’re thrilled to announce a fresh new format! Moving forward, we’ll be bringing you two dynamic episodes every week:
Motivational Mondays: Start your week with a dose of inspiration and motivation! These episodes will focus on mindset, personal growth, and empowerment—perfect for setting a positive tone for your week. Whether it’s conquering challenges, pushing pa...
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We’ve hit a huge milestone—our 50th episode! 🎉 And for this special occasion, I couldn’t think of a better guest than my very own son, Ezrah. In this heartwarming and candid episode, we dive into what "Grit," "Grace," and "Growth" mean from the perspective of a 7-year-old. Together, we explore his goals, how he handles tough tasks, his take on what mom and dad do for work, and his favorite hobbies and interests. Th...
Welcome to Grit, Grace, and Growth! In today’s episode, host Laura Navaquin sits down with Amber McCollum, a private money lender and visionary fund manager. Amber, alongside her partners, is making significant strides in the fields of multifamily commercial properties and small business acquisitions. Her journey is not only about successful investments but also about inspiring others through public speaking. Join us as we explore ...
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In this episode of Grit, Grace, and Growth, Laura Navaquin explores creative and practical business ideas that require minimal start-up costs. If you’re dreaming of starting your own business but are worried about financial constraints, this episode is for you. Laura shares actionable advice and real-life examples of low-cost business ventures that can be launched with minimal investment, helping you turn your e...
In this episode of Grit, Grace, and Growth, we’re diving deep into the current real estate market trends and how they impact investors. From rising interest rates and inflation to shifts in housing demand, staying on top of these trends is crucial for making informed investment decisions.
We’ll cover the latest data on home prices, inventory levels, rental market shifts, and key factors influencing real estate in today’s economy. W...
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In this empowering episode of Grit, Grace, and Growth, we’re joined by Lindsey Fine, a leadership expert and consultant, to explore the pivotal role of intuition in career decisions and the art of self-advocacy. Lindsey shares her unique approach to integrating intuition with business strategy, offering practical advice for balancing confidence with humility in leadership. This conversation is filled with actionable i...
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