Beyond A Million

Justin Donald is a low-risk cash flow investor whose strategies and principles for investing to earn passive income have helped thousands of people create wealth without creating a job. Before turning 40, he multiplied his net worth to over 8-figures in under two years, then doubled it again 2 years later. He quit his job, retired his wife, and started The Lifestyle Investor to help others achieve the life of their dreams. Justin has 20+ years of experience negotiating deals with hundreds of companies. He has invested in a wide variety of asset classes, including mobile home parks, self-storage, single-family, multi-family, land, private equity, startups, and more. His knowledge as an investor allows him to vet "invisible deals," get preferred terms and create unique opportunities—not only for himself but for his exclusive mastermind community.  Today, I'm sitting down with Justin to learn more about his investing philosophies and how he built a life by design, not by default. We talk about scaling his first company, his approach to hiring good people, return on relationships (ROR), and how he invests for wealth, freedom, and lifestyle. Key Takeaways with Justin Donald The recruitment and training processes Justin used to take his former company, IFM Restoration, from 0 to $10M in 16 months. Investing in mobile home parks and making 20-105% cash-on-cash returns in year 1. Justin's early success as a division manager for Vector Marketing and lessons learned from managing a team that generated $5-$10 million per year in sales. Ideas for recruiting top talent and how to use personality assessment profiles to hire the right people for the right roles. What Justin credits as being the top factors to becoming a better investor. How to allocate your time so you're not wasting it in the wrong places. Investing in real estate: limited partnership vs. full ownership. Why Justin is willing to take less profit and control in return for more time. The Lifestyle Investor Mastermind—an exclusive community of investors that get access to "invisible deals" that aren't available to the public. Subscribe to the Podcast We hope you enjoy this episode and that you find some golden nuggets within this interview. Trust us, it's there! If you want episodes delivered straight to your inbox, consider subscribing to the show and we'll email you each time a new episode is released! Thanks for tuning it & keep being awesome. BAM! 💥

In this episode, we sit down with the digital titan, Jonathan "JCron" Cronstedt. With over 20 years at the helm of executive leadership, JCron has been instrumental in the meteoric rise of ventures like Kajabi.com, helping to bootstrap the brand all the way to a $2 Billion Dollar Valuation. Dive deep as we discuss: • Embracing change in the tumultuous digital age. • The influence of industry stalwarts like Joe Polish on JCron's career. • Key strategies that have been game-changers in the SaaS world. • The significance of personal growth, mentorship, and taking calculated business risks. Beyond his illustrious career, JCron is a beacon for future entrepreneurs as the CEO of The Jonathan and Nicole Cronstedt Foundation. From business insights to life lessons, this conversation promises a treasure trove of wisdom. Follow Jonathan: Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cronstedt/ 

Join us in an exciting conversation with Brad Pedersen, an expert in the entrepreneurial world, who faced the insane experience of being ousted from the $60 million company he passionately built from the ground up. But that's not where Brad's story ends; it's where it truly begins. As the visionary co-founder of groundbreaking brands like Pela — which not only clinched the #9 spot on Canada's list of fastest-growing companies but also boasted an impressive valuation of $100M in 2020 — and Lomi, an innovative electric kitchen composter transforming food waste into fertile dirt, Brad's genius is unmistakable. Brad's journey isn't confined to the entrepreneurial realm. A formidable endurance athlete, his tenacity extends beyond boardrooms and into the most grueling physical terrains.  In this episode, we dive into the mechanics and mindset behind Brad's success. From the inception of a toy company that soared to dizzying heights of over $60 million, to the strategies crucial for budding entrepreneurs — this conversation is a deep dive into scaling past the 8-figure mark, mastering employee management, and embracing a growth mentality. So, if you're eager to glean insights from a man who's not only faced monumental challenges but also founded multiple 8-figure brands, this episode is a must-listen.

In today's episode, we dive into marketing, real estate investing, selling real estate education information, and what you should not do when it comes to the IRS.  Brad interviews Joe McCall, a successful real estate entrepreneur who has sold over $15 Million online through educational products and runs a successful real estate acquisition company.  You'll learn where and how to start investing in real estate, plus tactics for people already in the game who want to level up. Plus, the marketing strategies and sales tactics that Joe uses every day that can be applied to any business.  Joe had a close call with the IRS that almost landed him in jail, and he's got some advice for all of us.  Buckle up and get ready for another exciting episode of Beyond A Million. Joe's Links: 👉 https://joemccall.com/  👉 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8sDNJNfVFO9t7yTlTXnMFA 👉 https://www.realestateinvestingmastery.com/podcasts/   Time Stamps: 02:56: Background on Joe McCall 04:35: Marketing in the real estate education space 08:15: Best advice from real estate education gurus 13:00: Give more to get more, the law of reciprocity  17:55: Delivering value and borrowing influence for offers 19:04: OG marketers and their strategies 22:28: Solving problems with Psychology on through webinars 26:40: How Joe got into education products 27:46: Selling $15M online 32:33: How distraction is the enemy of Entrepreneurs  33:41: Real estate investment strategies 40:25: Why real estate is the strongest way to build wealth  44:20: How to make money with vacant land deals 56:13: Real estate fraud and 3 letter agencies  1:02:35: BIG trouble - IRS and jail time 1:13:11: How Joe worked it out with the IRS 1:22:38: Where to find Joe and his trainings  

On this episode of Beyond a Million, Brad Weimert interviews Lauren Tickner about the power of social media. They discuss how to use it to reach a larger audience, how to create content that resonates with followers, and how to measure success. Tune in to learn how to make the most of your social media presence. About Lauren: Founder & CEO of Impact School, Lauren Tickner was named by Forbes as a top 10 entrepreneur to watch and a "marketing genius" by the London Stock Exchange. Lauren's mission with Impact School is to empower Founders to turn their vision into a reality through Systematized Scaling, so they can get back into their zone of genius and change more lives around the world.   Social Media Lauren's Website URL https://impact-school.com/  Lauren's IG 👉 https://www.instagram.com/laurentickner/?hl=en    Time Stamps: [00:03:47] Six words: Lost weight, created Instagram, quit job, found digital marketing. [00:07:14] Unemployable entrepreneur builds own business. [00:10:17] Transitioned from fitness business to current business. [00:13:38] Making money without tracking metrics. [00:17:51] Transition from fitness to social media consulting. [00:22:28] Monetize influencers' gold: done. [00:25:18] Influencers hard to work with. [00:28:38] Marketing evolves, business adapts: 6 words [00:32:09] Pivoted to multiple businesses, retained customers. [00:44:35] Reach more people, convert customers. [00:48:31] Testing pros/cons of conversion methods. [00:54:24] Living life through business: Six words [00:57:49] Living optimally, making money, giving energy. [01:03:07] Live interesting life to create content. [01:06:01] Spend money to save time, balance needed. [01:08:51] Hire to free up team's genius. [01:11:36] Leadership, sales, reward, success, marketing, fulfillment. [01:15:15] Empowering entrepreneurs to succeed.   Subscribe to the Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@Beyondamillion?sub_confirmation=1 We hope you enjoy this episode and that you find some golden nuggets within this interview. Trust us, it's there! If you want episodes delivered straight to your inbox, consider subscribing to the show and we'll email you each time a new episode is released! Thanks for tuning it & keep being awesome. BAM! 💥