About Ari Rastegar: Ari is the CEO and Founder of Rastegar Property Company, a real estate investment firm dedicated to helping high-income individuals and institutional investors generate stable income and sustainable wealth. Guided by a clear mission—to make institutional-grade opportunities accessible to everyday investors—Ari leads with both expertise and empathy, believing that financial growth and personal fulfillment should go hand in hand.
With investments spanning 38 cities, 13 states, and seven asset classes, Ari and his team have developed over 3.5 million square feet of real estate across the United States. His work and insights have been featured in leading publications such as The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, and The New York Times.
Ari’s philosophy is simple yet powerful: invest wisely and live the life of your dreams. He combines a disciplined investment approach with a passion for empowering clients to take control of their financial future so they can build wealth, preserve their legacy, and live with confidence.
In this episode, Ryan and Ari Rastegar discuss:
- How hitting rock bottom gave Ari clarity on what truly matters in business and life
- The critical role of sleep, health, and discipline in sustainable leadership
- Shifting from an ego-driven mindset to one centered on legacy and long-term value
- Strategies for scaling without sacrificing authenticity and relationships
Key Takeaways:
- True wealth begins with health. Ari believes that discipline in sleep, nutrition, and fitness directly fuels focus, clarity, and leadership performance.
- After losing everything early in his career, Ari realized that failure isn’t the opposite of success—it’s the foundation that teaches humility, resilience, and adaptability.
- Growth starts when you stop chasing validation and start prioritizing purpose.
- Even at the highest levels of business, emotional intelligence and presence are non-negotiable. Leaders who stay self-aware build trust and longevity in both partnerships and personal life.
- Ari’s success philosophy blends spirituality, science, and structure—proving that mindset mastery and consistent daily habits are just as vital as financial acumen.
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