Blaze Your Own Trail

How to Unlock Wealth in Commercial Real Estate with Cherif Medawar

In this episode, Cherif Medawar shares his inspiring journey from hotel management in Switzerland and the US to becoming a successful real estate investor and educator. Discover his proven strategies for building wealth through commercial real estate, networking, and innovative deal-making techniques. Topics: Cherif Medawar's journey from hospitality to real estate The importance of networking and relationship building Strategies for increasing property value and financing deals The DCBA formula for success in real estate Innovative deal-making techniques and deal structuring  Sound bites "He was very wealthy and very honest" "The deal in Martinique changed my life" "Take calculated risks and act quickly" Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Cherif Medawar 00:58 Early Life and Education in Egypt 02:47 Transition to the United States and Hotel Management 04:29 Lessons from the Hospitality Industry 07:26 Cultural Shift: From Switzerland to UCLA 12:03 Working with Edmond Beasari: The Beginning 12:14 Growth and Learning Over Eight Years 16:26 A Life-Changing Deal in Martinique 22:19 Mentorship and the Path to Independence 23:20 The Journey of Self-Education 25:02 Transitioning to Real Estate Success 29:23 The Power of Commercial Real Estate 30:39 Tips for Aspiring Real Estate Investors 43:28 Building a Real Estate Fund and Legacy Connect with Cherif: https://www.cherifmedawar.com/ [https://www.cherifmedawar.com/]     Are you an entrepreneur? Join my FREE Group Coaching Community where we have live calls, Q&A and more! Our Trailblazer Ecosystem also enables you to network with other entrepreneurs and creator hub eliminates multiple subscriptions and logins creating a one stop shop to take action! Use code: FOUNDING100 for 12 months access FREE and Founding pricing for life! (While Supplies Last) Join here: https://byotgroupcoaching.com/ [https://byotgroupcoaching.com/] Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

They Made a Motion Picture About His Life with David Packouz

Jordan Mendoza interviews David Packouz, the real-life inspiration behind the movie War Dogs, exploring his journey from religious upbringing to government contracting success. Discover how David leveraged his entrepreneurial spirit, navigated legal challenges, and now teaches others to win government contracts through his War Dogs Academy. Key topics David's background and early life The story behind the War Dogs movie How David got into government contracting The process of winning government contracts Lessons learned from legal challenges and success Chapters 00:00 Introduction to David Packouz and His Journey 02:51 Early Life and Religious Background 06:50 Rebellion and the Path to Entrepreneurship 07:19 First Steps into Business and Music 17:09 Transition to Government Contracting 20:29 Understanding Government Contracting 23:02 Success Stories from War Dogs Academy 29:59 The Genesis of War Dogs Academy 35:58 Building a Real Business: The Importance of Integrity 37:50 The Role of Community in Success 40:34 The Journey to Hollywood: From Infamy to Fame 51:22 Finding Fulfillment in Business and Life Connect with David: IG: https://www.instagram.com/davidpackouz/ [https://www.instagram.com/davidpackouz/] War Dogs Academy - https://wardogsacademy.com [https://wardogsacademy.com] InstaFloss - https://instafloss.com [https://instafloss.com] SingularSound (Beat Buddy) - https://www.singularsound.com [https://www.singularsound.com] TrustPilot reviews for War Dogs Academy - https://www.trustpilot.com/review/wardogsacademy.com [https://www.trustpilot.com/review/wardogsacademy.com]                 Are you an entrepreneur? Join my FREE Group Coaching Community where we have live calls, Q&A and more! Our Trailblazer Ecosystem also enables you to network with other entrepreneurs and creator hub eliminates multiple subscriptions and logins creating a one stop shop to take action! Use code: FOUNDING100 for 12 months access FREE and Founding pricing for life! (While Supplies Last) Join here: https://byotgroupcoaching.com/ [https://byotgroupcoaching.com/] Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

How a $35K Investment Turned into a Highly Profitable Airbnb Arbitrage Business with Linda Kim

Linda Kim shares her inspiring journey from corporate tech to successful Airbnb arbitrage and coaching. Discover actionable strategies, mindset shifts, and tips to accelerate your side hustle into a thriving business. Key  topics Airbnb arbitrage strategy Mindset and overcoming fear Design as a profit driver Automation for passive income Scaling and partnership in real estate Takeaways Investing in coaching accelerates success. Design can increase profits by 30%. Mindset is crucial for overcoming rejection. Automation enables working fewer hours. Taking action despite fear leads to breakthroughs. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Linda Kim's Journey 02:25 From Corporate to Entrepreneurship 05:11 The Decision to Invest in Coaching 07:52 Achieving Rapid Success in Airbnb 10:56 Mindset and Overcoming Challenges 13:44 Transitioning from Corporate to Full-Time Airbnb 16:39 Understanding Airbnb Arbitrage 19:45 The Importance of Design in Airbnb Success 22:16 Coaching and Helping Others Succeed 25:33 Final Thoughts and Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs Work with Linda: https://www.bnbmasterysociety.com/contact [https://www.bnbmasterysociety.com/contact] Connect with Linda: https://linktr.ee/itslindakim [https://linktr.ee/itslindakim]   Are you an entrepreneur? Join my FREE Group Coaching Community where we have live calls, Q&A and more! Our Trailblazer Ecosystem also enables you to network with other entrepreneurs and creator hub eliminates multiple subscriptions and logins creating a one stop shop to take action! Use code: FOUNDING100 for 12 months access FREE and Founding pricing for life! (While Supplies Last) Join here: https://byotgroupcoaching.com/ [https://byotgroupcoaching.com/] Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

From Knucklehead to Financial Freedom with Ryan D. Lee

In this episode of the Blaze Your Own Trail podcast, host Jordan Mendoza interviews Ryan D. Lee, who shares his journey from a troubled youth to a successful entrepreneur and financial coach. Ryan discusses his philosophy on money, the importance of financial freedom, and how he helps others achieve their goals in a constrained timeframe. He emphasizes the significance of being present in family life and the lessons learned through his experiences in real estate investing. The conversation also touches on the concept of the ownership economy versus the dependency economy, and Ryan's approach to building a passive income machine. He concludes with a powerful message about living life to the fullest and using one's talents to serve others. Takeaways Ryan helps people retire in 10 years or less. He believes money's greatest value is providing options. Ryan's early life was marked by challenges and learning the hard way. He emphasizes the importance of being a present father. The 2008 financial crisis was a turning point for Ryan. He transitioned from a corporate job to real estate investing. Financial freedom is about cash flow, not just net worth. Ryan learned to build a system for financial independence. He advocates for the ownership economy over the dependency economy. Teaching others is a way to reinforce one's own learning. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Ryan D. Lee 01:18 Ryan's Early Life and Challenges 06:16 The Turning Point: Family and Purpose 12:07 Transitioning from Corporate to Real Estate 17:25 Lessons Learned in Real Estate Investing 23:33 Building a System for Financial Freedom 29:08 The Ownership Economy vs. Dependency Economy 33:43 The Passive Income Machine 39:12 The Book and Its Impact 45:35 Parting Words: Rise Up, Live Free Connect with Ryan: https://ryandlee.com/ [https://ryandlee.com/] Attend Ryann's event: https://joinriseuplive.com/2026 [https://joinriseuplive.com/2026] Buy a copy of Ryan's book: https://a.co/d/0gNEgob4 [https://a.co/d/0gNEgob4]   Are you an entrepreneur? Join my FREE Group Coaching Community where we have live calls, Q&A and more! Our Trailblazer Ecosystem also enables you to network with other entrepreneurs and creator hub eliminates multiple subscriptions and logins creating a one stop shop to take action! Use code: FOUNDING100 for 12 months access FREE and Founding pricing for life! (While Supplies Last) Join here: https://byotgroupcoaching.com/ [https://byotgroupcoaching.com/] Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

From a Shy Kid with a Learning Disability to Stand-Up Star with Lahna Turner

Join us as Lahna Turner shares her inspiring journey from a shy kid with learning disabilities to a successful comedian, filmmaker, and advocate. Discover how her experiences with trauma, addiction, and resilience shaped her path and her latest projects, including a documentary and a comic series that honor her late husband Ralphie May and inspire others. Topics Journey from childhood to comedy Impact of trauma and addiction Creating a documentary and comic series Lessons learned from sports and arts Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Lahna Turner 02:52 Lahna's Early Life and Challenges 05:40 The Journey into Dance and Fitness 08:16 Transitioning from Dance to Journalism 11:07 The Impact of a Life-Altering Accident 16:53 Embracing Comedy and Living Life Fully 18:32 The Spark of Comedy: Lahna's First Performance 24:02 Navigating the Comedy Scene: Mentorship and Growth 31:02 Balancing Family and Comedy: The Journey of Parenthood 37:27 Honoring a Legacy: The Documentary and Comic Book Projects Connect with Lahna Website - https://lahnaturner.com [https://lahnaturner.com] Documentary info: https://comewhatmayfilm.com/ [https://comewhatmayfilm.com/] Get the new comic book series: https://poundsofpower.com/ [https://poundsofpower.com/]     Are you an entrepreneur? Join my FREE Group Coaching Community where we have live calls, Q&A and more! Our Trailblazer Ecosystem also enables you to network with other entrepreneurs and creator hub eliminates multiple subscriptions and logins creating a one stop shop to take action! Use code: FOUNDING100 for 12 months access FREE and Founding pricing for life! (While Supplies Last) Join here: https://byotgroupcoaching.com/ [https://byotgroupcoaching.com/] Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.