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Massive Action Requires Massive Risks 🔥 I was six years into my union career that offered everything—great pay, benefits, and a pension when I found myself at a crossroads. By then, I was a part-time agent with a growing @newbuilds4you page that was gaining tons of new leads daily. The choice was clear yet daunting: continue in my secure job or dive head first into the unknown. 🤔 I chose to trust myself and my partner @robertbearcedeno For the first 7 months, I closed nothing. My skills were trash. That didn’t stop me from posting 2 reels a day, sharing stories everyday, and touring 7-8 new communities each week. I was determined to become the New Build King. No excuses, just trust in the process and relentless effort. Now, to think I help lead a Top 15 team in California, closing hundreds of new construction deals is humbling. This journey was built on three pillars: Trusting the process, consistency, and relentlessly building my skills. To those grinding every day, feeling like progress is out of reach: Don’t give up. You’re closer than you think. If you are losing motivation and want to learn about how I grew my skills and transitioned, comment “HELP” and we can schedule a strategy call where we will come up with your game plan to find success! #realtorlife #realtortips #realestateagent

Happy Saturday, my beloved GetGrant family! Keeping up with our 7-day principle spree: Remember, we're founders - we keep moving, no quitting! Today's focus: Your team, the real value creators. There'll come a time when you're ready to grow, to bring on those first key hires. And who knows, maybe then you can finally take that laptop-free vacation. Dreamy, right? But here’s the deal: You’re not rolling in cash yet. So, hiring needs to be smart and thoughtful. Rushing to hire the cheapest option might backfire with costly mistakes. Ask yourself: Can I afford the time to train a newbie, or do I need experienced hands on deck? If budget’s tight, explore other avenues: remote work, outsourcing, part-time gigs, contract roles. There’s always a way! Once you’ve got your rockstar team, you're no longer a one-person show. Now, investors and partners will see a business that’s not just surviving but thriving, with a solid team steering the ship. Remember, as the founder, finding the right people is your superpower. Build your team wisely, and watch your business soar! #TeamBuilding #SmartHiring #GetGrantGrowth #GetGrantFamily #Founders #KeyHires #RemoteWork #BusinessGrowth

Real food for thought and excellent piece on stepping outside our comfort zones. Stepping outside our comfort zone presents a formidable challenge, as it requires confronting unfamiliarity and embracing uncertainty. The zone is our safety net which shields us from the anxiety of the unknown. But personal and professional growth often means venturing beyond these boundaries. The challenge lies in overcoming our fear, self-doubt, and the draw of the familiar. It demands resilience and a willingness to navigate discomfort in pursuit of new experiences, skills, and viewpoints. But it can be worth the effort. This is a great guide to doing so. #comfortzones

If you’ve ever thought about partnering with me in business to earn an income from home, now’s the time: You aren’t too late. Market saturation is a myth. You can build an income stream helping others you won't get laid off from. Here’s what you get with a partnership with me 👇🏼 I will love you hard. I will push you. I won’t coddle you or pat you on the butt. I will tell you what you need to hear to change your life because that’s my job. If you think I’m harsh sometimes, but you can feed your kids, I’ll sleep like a baby. I will go to bat for you. I will advocate for you. I will worry about your goals more than you do sometimes. It’s a partnership with ME! We will build this together every step of the way. You will get my phone number and have direct access to me. You’ll also get access to daily zooms, chats, and calls with other top performers. You get a step-by-step, easy-as-pie onboarding system. It's quite simple… If you are willing to put your head down and do the work, I’ll help you change your whole life. I’m ready for you 🤍 https://lnkd.in/ghx944j5

GenXers, we’re at a corporate crossroads. Many of us aren’t ready (or able) to retire, yet we’re facing layoffs, fewer good job opportunities, and ageism in corporate America. It’s a tough reality, but here’s what most may not realize—opportunities are out there. Small businesses, startups, and non-profits are hungry for the expertise we’ve built over decades, and now, thanks to new solo business models like fractional roles and consulting, they can access it. That’s where we thrive. But here’s the thing: community matters. We don’t have to go through this transition alone. There’s incredible value in connecting with peers who are navigating the same journey. If you’re ready to take the next step, here are just a few of the folks and communities that can help: 🎯 John Arms: Fractional Education: Voyageur University Fractional Education & Frak2024 🎯 Karina Mikhli: The Largest Fractional Community: Fractionals United 🎯 Taylor Crane: Largest Fractional Job Board: Fractional Jobs 🎯 Faheem Moosa: Solo consultant education: Consulting Growth Hour 🎯 The Entrepreneur's Source: Coaching and Education 🎯 The Escapee Collective: My own free Slack community: How to monetize your corporate experience You don’t have to do this alone! You can join us at the Escapee Collective, and we’ll help point you in the right direction: https://tr.ee/lCXJ-uGsiZ Let’s build a future that values our experience and gives us the freedom we deserve. The opportunity is now!

I restructured some of the biggest companies in the world in my mid-20s in New York… Then I left it all to start my own online business in 2018. Here’s the top 3 challenges I faced making the leap: #1 Sunk Effort & Ego It was bloody hard at first to let go of all the years, the study, the hours I'd invested into my career & the title I'd acquired by moving up the ranks. Especially when a lot of people were going...wtf are you doing you've got a great job? #2 The Never Ending To Do List My working habbits got me into a hole with my own business because the to-do list is infinite. I had to learn to stop, slow down, prioritise, say no & figure out what I really wanted instead of just working non stop & running myself into the ground. #3 Isolation I loved the office culture in my old jobs & it hit me like a ton of bricks moving to working from my home office alone all day. Join communities, do coffees with industry colleagues & get out of the house. Don't isolate yourself. For those of you who have made the jump, what did you face? For those of you thinking about the jump, what 's your biggest hang up? JC

Yikes! Good thing I don't need to remember too many mathematical equations… But getting back into the groove after a break? That's another story. I took a full week off to unwind with family and friends back home. It was nerve-wracking, especially with our new business just taking off, but it was absolutely worth it. I highly recommend anyone considering a break to go for it. At first, I second-guessed my decision, but the joy and excitement from my kids, parents, and family made it all worthwhile. Life's too short to miss out on those moments. But speaking of opportunities… Even though my inbox is overflowing and my phone's been buzzing nonstop, I'm always up for new ventures. If you have a project on the table, thinking about improving your office or retail space or if you just want to learn more about Renaissance Construction and all our capabilities, reach out! Let’s chat and see how we can make things happen for you. You never know where a conversation might lead! #buildingrelationships #workingtogether #networking

This is highly relevant to today’s economy.

A comprehensive guide to stepping outside your comfort zone: 1) Why is it important to understand your comfort zone? 2) Common factors in considering a comfort zone 3) Understanding the true nature of a comfort zone 4) Understanding the brain’s role in comfort zones 5) The nature of paradigms and their impact 6) Bringing your comfort zone into conscious awareness 7) Setting helpful strategies to step out of your comfort zone 8) Understanding the payoffs 9) Embracing the transformative power of stepping out of your comfort zone.

🤔💭 Your “Dream Job” is NOT a fun fact! My DREAM JOB is to get YOU to YOURS! Go watch this video and learn more at growthstreethub.com! Follow Growth Street, Like, and Follow for more 😁