DiscoverConstruction Mentor Podcast#103 From 7th Grade Dropout To 6 Figures In Construction Management
#103 From 7th Grade Dropout To 6 Figures In Construction Management

#103 From 7th Grade Dropout To 6 Figures In Construction Management

Update: 2025-11-13
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In this episode, Eric Will Hunt and Ike discuss the importance of mentorship, personal growth, and the construction industry. They share personal stories about overcoming challenges (having dropped out of school in the 7th grade, being welfare, and a parent struggling with addiction) the value of hard work, and the impact of having a mentor. The conversation also touches on the misconceptions about the construction industry and the opportunities it offers for a fulfilling career.

Takeaways:

Flip the script before asking for more money by adding value.

Model success by following those who have what you want.

Mentorship can be found online through social media.

Hard work and persistence are key to success.

The construction industry offers diverse career paths.

Experience can outweigh formal education in many fields.

Networking and putting yourself in front of the right people is crucial.

Listening and observing can be more valuable than speaking.

Overcoming a challenging background is possible with determination.

Quality of life perks in property management are often overlooked.



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#103 From 7th Grade Dropout To 6 Figures In Construction Management

#103 From 7th Grade Dropout To 6 Figures In Construction Management