How Drazen Videc, a Civil Engineer from Serbia Built a Nationwide Property Empire in the UK

How Drazen Videc, a Civil Engineer from Serbia Built a Nationwide Property Empire in the UK

👇 Talk to me for Podcast Info, Property Training and more 🔴 www.selfunemployed.co.uk/chat 🎙️ From grinding 12-hour days in Serbia with no savings to building a nationwide property management empire in the UK — Drazen Videc’s journey is proof that the right mindset shift can completely transform your life. In this powerful episode of The Self-Unemployed Podcast, Drazen shares how he went from a civil engineer trapped in the work-earn-spend cycle to a successful property investor and co-founder of a growing service accommodation management business. Through bold action, community, and the strategies learned inside the Samuel Leeds Academy, he’s now scaling systems (including AI) that run with minimal input — all while still holding down his day job. 🔑 Key moments in this episode: • Drazen’s decision to move to the UK and the challenges of starting with zero English and zero network • The exact mindset shift that happened after joining the Samuel Leeds Academy • How he turned his first JV into a nationwide service accommodation management company • Building powerful systems, power teams, and using AI to scale efficiently • Overcoming imposter syndrome and the value of stepping into rooms full of ambitious people • His current BRR project on a listed building and why multiple strategies matter • Why community and networking are more valuable than most people realise   📈 If you’re tired of trading time for money and ready to develop the wealth mindset that lets you build assets, create freedom, and become more valuable to yourself and others, this episode will inspire you to take action. Listen all the way through — Drazen drops real, practical wisdom you can apply immediately. 👍 Like the video if you enjoyed it, subscribe for more mindset and property success stories, and check out our previous episodes. Join our community and get exclusive updates by signing up to the mailing list. Ready to accelerate your own journey? Come and experience the Samuel Leeds Academy community for yourself 👉 https://www.samuelleeds.com/ref/319/ [https://www.samuelleeds.com/ref/319/]   #PropertyInvesting #Mindset #SelfUnemployed #SamuelLeeds #ServiceAccommodation

From a Childhood Dream to Property Empire: How Ketevan Manifested Her Dream Life

🔴 Get the Newsletter, Become Self Unemployed: https://self-unemployed.ck.page/3d198d8399 [https://self-unemployed.ck.page/3d198d8399] 📈 Samuel Leeds' Free Property Webinar: https://www.samuelleeds.com/ref/319/ [https://www.samuelleeds.com/ref/319/] ⭕ Come to an Inner Circle meeting: https://www.samuelleeds.com/checkouts/the-inner-circle-guest/ref/319/ [https://www.samuelleeds.com/checkouts/the-inner-circle-guest/ref/319/]   🎙️ Ketevan, a determined woman from Georgia, pinned a picture of London’s Tower Bridge above her bed at just five years old and decided that was where she would live one day. She left her home country, moved to the UK, and through vision, discipline, and bold action, she’s now building a property portfolio — completing her first successful BRRR deal and scaling up with the support of the Samuel Leeds Academy. In this inspiring episode, Ketevan shares her incredible journey from childhood dreams to real-world property success and the practical mindset shifts that made it possible.   🔑 Key Points We Discuss: How a simple picture on the wall as a child sparked a lifelong vision that became reality * Turning big dreams into actionable plans (the brilliant “cup of coffee” breakdown) * Why working backwards from your goals and breaking them into small steps is the key to progress * The power of discipline, getting uncomfortable, and pushing beyond your limits Her first BRRR deal in Shropshire and how she’s using the Samuel Leeds strategies to scale Building a long-term wealth legacy — including her ultimate goal of creating a home for the elderly This episode is packed with practical wisdom to help you move from dreaming to doing. 📈 The Self-Unemployed Podcast is all about developing the mindset you need to build real wealth, become the person you want to be, and create value for those around you. Ketevan’s story shows that with clear vision, consistent action, and the right environment, anyone can break free from the traditional path and design their dream life. Listen all the way through for the full story — you’ll come away motivated and with clear next steps you can apply immediately. If you enjoyed the episode, please Like, Subscribe, and check out more episodes to continue building your Self-Unemployed mindset. Join our community via the mailing list for extra insights and opportunities. Ready to start your own property journey and accelerate your results? Learn from the best at the Samuel Leeds Academy here: https://www.samuelleeds.com/ref/319/

She Quit Uni, Mastered Sales & Turned a Job into a High-Freedom Business | Stacey Ondimu

🔴 Get the Newsletter, Become Self Unemployed: https://self-unemployed.ck.page/3d198d8399 [https://self-unemployed.ck.page/3d198d8399] 📈 Samuel Leeds' Free Property Webinar: https://www.samuelleeds.com/ref/319/ [https://www.samuelleeds.com/ref/319/] ⭕ Come to an Inner Circle meeting: https://www.samuelleeds.com/checkouts/the-inner-circle-guest/ref/319/ [https://www.samuelleeds.com/checkouts/the-inner-circle-guest/ref/319/]   🎙️ Stacey Ondimu skipped university and said no to the traditional path. She crushed it in high-pressure street sales and turned what started as “just a job” into a high-freedom business empire. Today, as founder of Eventive Spaces, she sources prime event locations in busy train stations, shopping centres and town centres for major brands and national charities – all while building her property portfolio and designing life on her own terms.   🔑 In this episode we dive deep into: ✅How mastering sales gave her confidence and opened unexpected doors ✅The powerful mindset shift from treating her business like “just a job” to seeing its true scalable potential ✅Why she believes a little manifesting + consistent action created the freedom she wanted ✅How COVID destroyed her income… then became her biggest blessing, rebuilding her faith and business stronger than ever ✅Overcoming shiny object syndrome, ADHD, and self-doubt by learning to “water what you already have” ✅The importance of focus, morning routines, and protecting your mind to create real wealth and freedom   📈 The Self-Unemployed Podcast is all about developing the mindset you need to build wealth, step into your full potential, and become the person you want to be – someone valuable to your family, community, and the world. Stacey’s journey is proof that you don’t need a degree or perfect timing – you just need the right mindset shift and the courage to act on what’s already working for you. If you’re tired of the 9-5 grind and ready to create your own path to financial freedom and lifestyle freedom, listen to this episode all the way through. You’ll walk away inspired and equipped with practical mindset tools you can start using immediately. 👍 Like, Subscribe, and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode. Check out our previous episodes for more inspiring Self-Unemployed stories, and join the community via the mailing list for extra mindset tips and resources. Ready to accelerate your own journey? Join the Samuel Leeds Academy here: https://www.samuelleeds.com/ref/319/

From Burnout to Aligned & Unstoppable: Katrina Thomas on the SAVVY Framework

🔴 Get the Newsletter, Become Self Unemployed: https://self-unemployed.ck.page/3d198d8399 [https://self-unemployed.ck.page/3d198d8399] 📖 Pre-Order my book: https://self-unemployed.kit.com/products/quit-building-someone-elses-dream-pre?promo=PRE-ORDER&step=checkout [https://self-unemployed.kit.com/products/quit-building-someone-elses-dream-pre?promo=PRE-ORDER&step=checkout] 📈 Samuel Leeds' Free Property Webinar: https://www.samuelleeds.com/ref/319/ [https://www.samuelleeds.com/ref/319/] Connect with Katrina https://www.linkedin.com/in/katrina-thomas-a51022188/ https://www.instagram.com/trina_thomas1 [https://www.instagram.com/trina_thomas1] 🎙️ In this powerful episode, meet Katrina Thomas – a qualified social worker with over 20 years of experience, mother of two and proud grandmother, who rose from being homeless with young children and just £5 in her bank account to a fulfilling career supporting children in care. Today, she helps others prevent burnout and live with purpose through the SAVI Method (Self-Aware, Authentic, Valuing, and Intentional).   🔑 Key moments from the episode include: ✅Katrina’s raw rock-bottom story and how it became the catalyst for massive change ✅Why social work (and many careers) has such high burnout rates and how misalignment with your true self is often the hidden cause ✅Breaking down the SAVI Method: becoming Self-Aware, showing up Authentically, Valuing yourself and others, and living Intentionally ✅The difference between living by design versus living by default – and how to align your career and identity so work energises rather than drains you ✅Why “just a job” leads to exhaustion and how to reprogram your identity to become the person you’re truly meant to be ✅Practical insights on visioning, planning your life like a business plan, recognising wins, and picking your hard to progress instead of staying stuck   📈 The Self-Unemployed Podcast is all about developing the wealth mindset that helps you break free from traditional paths, build real freedom, become the person you want to be, and create massive value for yourself and those around you. Katrina’s journey perfectly demonstrates how aligning with your authentic self is one of the most powerful foundations for sustainable success and financial independence. Listen all the way through for practical tools you can start using

Reprogram Your Mind to Deserve the Life You Want (Million Plank Story)

🔴 Get the Newsletter, Become Self Unemployed: https://self-unemployed.ck.page/3d198d8399 [https://self-unemployed.ck.page/3d198d8399] 📈 Samuel Leeds' Free Property Webinar: https://www.samuelleeds.com/ref/319/ [https://www.samuelleeds.com/ref/319/] ⭕ Come to an Inner Circle meeting: https://www.samuelleeds.com/checkouts/the-inner-circle-guest/ref/319/ [https://www.samuelleeds.com/checkouts/the-inner-circle-guest/ref/319/]   🎙️ Meet Aneta Kostrzewa — well-being coach, Pilates instructor, and founder of the Million Plank movement. In this episode, Aneta shares how to reprogram your identity so you finally feel worthy of wealth, freedom, and success. From EFT tapping to release emotional blocks, to the surprising power of a 60-second plank, this conversation will help you shift from “I’m not enough” to becoming the person who naturally takes action toward their goals.   Follow Aneta: https://www.instagram.com/millionplank/ [https://www.instagram.com/millionplank/] https://www.youtube.com/@MillionPlankProject [https://www.youtube.com/@MillionPlankProject] https://www.tiktok.com/@millionplank [https://www.tiktok.com/@millionplank]   🔑 Key moments we cover: ✅How a 10-year life plan can completely reprogram your identity ✅Using EFT tapping to clear “I’m not enough” and childhood trauma ✅Why discipline feels boring but is essential (and how to make it easier) ✅Manifestation, visualization & taking real action ✅The Million Plank challenge and building unbreakable daily habits If you’re tired of self-sabotaging your potential and want to develop a true wealth mindset, this episode is for you. Listen all the way through — the shifts happen when you combine mindset work with consistent action. 👍 Like | Subscribe | Comment below if you’re ready to reprogram your identity! 🎧 The Self-Unemployed Podcast helps you develop the mindset to build wealth, create freedom, and become the valuable person you’re meant to be. Join the movement and start your journey toward financial independence today: https://www.samuelleeds.com/ref/319/