EP77: Entrepreneurial Mindset Success Formulas with Chris Schwagerl

Helping Locals Take Back Real Estate Development with Kristi Kandel

In this episode of Cash Flow Fight Club, we’re joined by Kristi Kandel, a powerhouse in local real estate development who’s flipped the script on who gets to lead the shaping of our communities. With nearly 20 years of experience and over $450M in developments, Kristi’s worked on everything from national retail rollouts to adaptive reuse and clean energy infrastructure. But today, she’s focused on helping locals take back control through her operating system for development, Dev-OS. She shares how the aftermath of Hurricane Ian in Fort Myers Beach transformed her mission — and how regular people can now lead impactful local real estate development without waiting for permission or outside capital. From funding tips to dealing with cities to repurposing vacant buildings, Kristi offers a playbook anyone can follow. We also dig into how she went from semi-pro beach volleyball to opening a regional office at 25, why developers blow millions unnecessarily, and the small-town coffee shop conversation that led to a 19-lot development. This episode is packed with practical advice, real stories, and next steps for anyone ready to build something meaningful where they live. Here are some power takeaways from today’s conversation: 00:00 - Introduction 02:45 - How Kristi got her first break in development 05:00 - Scaling retail projects across California 14:00 - Leaving corporate to start her own consulting firm 20:00 - The Hurricane Ian rebuild and her shift to local real estate development 25:00 - Why locals are key to long-term community stability 30:00 - How to get started with your own small-town project 33:00 - Building your five-person development team 35:00 - Why most developers don’t know what they’re doing   So much power lies within communities, and communities are where real connections happen.

Land Flipping Master with Kendall LeJeune

Land investing is booming — but what separates those making $2K from those earning $120K per deal? In this episode of the Cashflow Fight Club podcast, we sit down with Kendall Lajeune, founder of the Only Land Fans podcast and Facebook community with over 9,000 members, to break down his rise from high school band director to land investing leader. Kendall shares the exact steps he used to scale up from zero to six-figure land flips — often without spending a dime. From his first infill lot to ditching houses entirely, he explains why land investing offers higher margins, less risk, and more scalability. He also discusses how he built a thriving community by focusing on education first — and what beginners get wrong when trying to enter the land space. We dive deep into the power of wholesaling, the truth about land investing competition, and how to stand out using stellar customer experience and creative deal structures. Plus, Kendall talks tech: how AI tools like ChatGPT are revolutionizing real estate operations — and how smart investors are already using them to build scalable systems and close more deals. If you’ve ever wondered how to start land investing, scale your deals, or build a brand around it — don’t miss this one. Here are some power takeaways from today’s conversation: 00:00 - Kendall’s journey from music teacher to real estate investor 02:26 - Why he left houses behind for land investing 04:45 - Breaking down his first “zero-risk” land flip 07:10 - Building Only Land Fans into a top podcast and Facebook group 13:08 - Standing out in a crowded market with customer experience 17:00 - How to create referral-worthy buying and selling journeys 20:00 - Why wholesaling and assignments are best for beginners 28:08 - Rural land trends and current state of the market 31:44 - Why nimbleness is the real key to land business success 38:00 - How AI is transforming real estate systems in 2024 43:00 - Leveraging ChatGPT and Claude to streamline real estate ops   Check out the best kept real estate game in town - land flipping - with Kendall LeJeune.

The Secret to High Performance with Dovid Azerad

What if the biggest obstacle to your success wasn’t external, but internal? In this episode, high-performance coach Dovid Azerad joins us to talk about personal agency, leadership, and mindset mastery. Dovid’s background as an educator and school administrator gave him deep insight into human behavior, motivation, and the way people either claim control or give it away. Now, he helps professionals, especially new C-suite leaders, navigate self-doubt, decision-making, and high-stakes leadership roles. We discuss why so many people feel stuck in life or business, how to break free from limiting beliefs, and why curiosity is the most powerful tool for transformation. If you're looking for a mindset shift that will help you take action and own your success, this episode is for you. Here are some key takeaways from today’s conversation: 00:00 - Introduction 02:45 - How Dovid went from education to coaching 07:00 - Why people lose personal agency (and how to reclaim it) 14:00 - The power of curiosity in business and life 22:00 - Handling skepticism, doubt, and imposter syndrome 31:15 - Fear of failure vs. fear of success 39:00 - Building confidence and resilience 45:00 - Dovid’s advice for new leaders in high-pressure roles   Through years of coaching and leadership, Dovid has found that confidence isn’t something you’re born with—it’s something you build. He shares how to cultivate self-trust and resilience through mindset shifts and strategic action. Connect with Dovid on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/dovidazerad/] For more about Dovid: https://nextarc.co/ [https://nextarc.co/]    Visit us at https://flippingdirt.us/ [https://flippingdirt.us/] to discover the best cash flow secret in real estate.

EP78: Be A Financial Gangsta! with Drew Boyer

Hip Hop X Finance with Drew Boyer From Beats to Bankrolls: The Real Talk on Money Moves In this episode, we’re dropping bars with Drew Boyer, the financial planner who went from drummer to money maestro. He’s breaking down the game on how hip hop’s flashiest stars and regular folks alike can learn the rules of the money game—before they end up broke, busted, and disgusted. Drew’s 20+ years in financial planning and his love for music collide in his new book, Hip Hop X Finance. He’s using the lessons from 50 Cent, Jay-Z, and Ice Cube to school us on financial literacy, debt traps, and stacking paper the smart way. Here’s what went down: [00:00] Introduction to Drew Boyer and his journey from music to money [03:33] The inspiration behind Hip Hop X Finance [08:15] Why financial literacy is like learning the lyrics—know it or get played [12:45] The truth about credit cards: When minimum payments become maximum pain [17:30] Jay-Z’s advice: If you can’t buy it twice, you can’t afford it [22:15] Debt Remediation 101: How Drew negotiated his way out of $100K in debt [27:55] From flashy videos to bankrupt rappers—what you see ain’t always what they own [33:22] Budgeting like a boss: How to live your best life without fronting [38:10] Mindset over materialism: Why financial freedom is the real flex   RESOURCES HipHopxFinance.com [http://hiphopxfinance.com] Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/hiphopxfinance/] TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@hiphopxfinance] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/hiphopxfinance/]

EP77: Entrepreneurial Mindset Success Formulas with Chris Schwagerl

In this episode of the Cashflow Fight Club podcast, Chris Schwagerl shares his profound personal journey from the brink of despair to a life of triumph and fulfillment. After being diagnosed with chronic kidney disease, Chris faced major life challenges that dramatically shaped his path. Determined to live long enough to walk his daughter down the aisle, Chris transformed his mindset and took control of his destiny. Now a performance psychologist, Chris discusses how he helps others mold their identities and remove limiting beliefs to unlock their true potential. He emphasizes the power of vulnerability and storytelling, and how embracing one's authenticity can lead to remarkable success. This episode is rich with lessons on overcoming adversity, pursuing entrepreneurship, and achieving a fulfilled life.   00:00 Life-Changing Diagnosis and Determination 01:56 Introduction to Chris Schwagerl 03:18 Chris's Background and Career Journey 07:10 The Entrepreneurial Mindset 13:09 Overcoming Limiting Beliefs 27:32 Understanding Personal Identity 28:41 The Power of Moldable Identities 29:17 Exploring Childhood Influences 31:34 Facing Mortality and Legacy 35:04 The Impact of Vulnerability 35:34 Mindset and Coaching 46:05 Gratitude and Closing Thoughts   RESOURCES Connect with Chris: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-schwagerl/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-schwagerl/] Chris' Performance Program: www.infiniteskies.life [http://www.infiniteskies.life]