Hitting Above Average with Chris Wooten

Today I had the pleasure of speaking with Chris Wooten, a retired marine turned successful real estate investor with a portfolio of 534 units. In this episode I want us to absorb everything we can from Chris who took his military experience and incorporated it into his real estate empire.

Let’s dive right into Chris’ story and pick his brain about becoming an above average performer in every area of your space.

Things you will learn in this episode:

[00:01 - 09:17] Opening Segment

I introduce Marine veteran, Chris WootenCurrently manages a portfolio of 534 unitsReminder to send a review - Link at the bottom of the show notes Chris talks about his storyJunior ROTC Major teaches Chris how to keep hitting above averageLearning how to get promoted by hitting above average in all areasI weigh in with my wife’s experience in fitnessYou don’t have to be the best in just one thingChris talks about his Marine Corps experience

[09:17 - 22:43] Hitting Above Average in your Systems

Chris realized he needed to make and sell his own productSurrounded himself with knowledge first As he moved around with the military he would research real estate in the areas he was placed in How Chris started flipping houses as a side-hustle You need to put the right systems in placeChris talks about how to make an effective systemRelying on the team How to be a good leaderThe Dichotomy of Leadership - Jocko Willink Chris talks about building yourself up firstI talk about my experience in building systemsChris’s final thoughts on system building

[22:43 - 35:00] Hitting Above Average in Your Deals and Strategies 

Chris shares his journey from flipping on active duty to scaling up to Multi FamilyGetting the right culture into your spaceChris sold all his single family units and re-invested itI ask about what Chris is looking for in a deal nowChris breaks down his strategy and goalsFinal words on pursuing Above Average performanceSetting down a narrow path rather than setting a bunch of goals

[35:00 - 40:23] The FOCUS FIVE Segment

What book have you gifted most often? The One ThingIf you can get an hour of somebody's time and ask questions, who would that be and why?Steve JobsWhat is one thing you believe that most people would disagree with you onChris talks about understanding the “granular pieces”Morning routine; How do you start your day?Have green juice, work out focusing on fat burn, get the kids to school, learn with audio books while working outWhat is the best place we can connect with you online?See below for social links.Final words from me

Tweetable Quotes: 

“To be a good leader you have to start with the foundation of yourself.” - Chris Wooten

“Consistent above average performance will overtake excellence in individual events.” - Chris Wooten

Resources mentioned in the episode:

The Dichotomy of Leadership - Jocko Willink The One Thing 

You can connect with Chris personally on Twitter, LinkedIn and Instagram. You can visit his website https://www.wootencapital.com/ to learn more about investment strategies..

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