Cashflow Diary™
690 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 202 ratingsJ. Massey, real estate investor, entrepreneur, sales coach, instructor, master facilitator of Robert Kiyosaki’s CASHFLOW™ 101 games and creator of Cashflow™ Diary, offers free training courses for new and experienced investors.
Break through the clutter of learning real estate and business investing and become a successful entrepreneur. Listen to beneficial strategies to improve your skills in prospecting, placing offers, closing deals, buying, selling, wholesaling, fix & Flips, rehabs and much more. By way of Cashflow™ Diary, J. Massey basically gives away current industry strategies by simply teaching what he does daily as a real estate practitioner.
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Breaking Through Habits And Mindsets Holding You Back
April 07, 2023 10:01 - 22 minutes - 31.2 MBOn today's episode of Cash Flow Diary, J. Massey explores the habits and mindsets that are holding you back from scaling up and growing your short term rental empire. Despite a hunger for knowledge and self-improvement, many individuals find themselves stuck in unproductive routines that hinder their progress. J offers actionable advice for breaking free from these patterns and shifting your mindset towards growth and success. Also in this episode: Suffering leads to perseverance The...
How Short Term Rental Industry Can Help Anyone Generate Wealth
April 04, 2023 10:01 - 23 minutes - 32.9 MBOn today's episode of Cash Flow Diary, J. Massey hosts a Q+A session about how working with the short term rental industry can help anyone generate the wealth they seek. During this Q+A session with clients, J answers a wide range of questions from clients and provides answers and strategies they can use to help them start building their own short term rental empire. Also in this episode: How do you leverage what you already have Using referral codes for Uber and Lyft to make your re...
The First Step To Building Your Short Term Rental Empire
March 31, 2023 10:01 - 10 minutes - 14.5 MBOn today's episode of Cash Flow Diary, J. Massey hosts a Q+A session with coaching clients about the first steps needed to build your short term rental empire. There are a lot of steps involved when it comes to building your short term rental empire. During Q+A calls with coaching clients, J shares the importance of changing your mindset and how it will have an astronomical impact on your business over time. Also in this episode: You don't rise to the level of your goals; you fall to th...
The Best Storage Solutions For Your Gold And Silver Investments
March 28, 2023 10:01 - 15 minutes - 20.8 MBOn today's episode of Cash Flow Diary, J. Massey hosts a Q+A session with coaching clients about storage solutions for their gold and Silver. When it comes to storage for gold and silver J Massey has heard it all. J speaks with a group of coaching clients and provides advice on safely storing your gold and Silver without burying them in the backyard. Also in this episode: The reason why coin shops often next to gun shops Why is Silver counterfeited less than gold Even Benjamin Fran...
Teaching Families How To Achieve Financial Freedom In The Short Term Rental Industry
March 24, 2023 10:01 - 9 minutes - 13.2 MBOn today's episode of Cash Flow Diary, J. Massey shares why he enjoys teaching families how to generate wealth to achieve finical freedom within the short term rental industry. In this episode of Cash Flow Diary, J. Massey shares why he enjoys teaching families how to generate wealth to achieve financial freedom within the short term rental industry. Anytime J is being interviewed; he is always asked the same question "why do you do what you do?" Something J tells his team all the time "...
Unbelievable Tales From The Short Term Rental Industry That Left J Massey Speechless
March 21, 2023 10:01 - 10 minutes - 15 MBIn this episode of Cash Flow Diary, host J Massey was left speechless by an unbelievable tale about property damage that occurred from a coaching client working in the short term rental industry. During a Q+A session with coaching clients, J Massey guides coaching clients as they build their short term rental empire. J thought he had heard everything while working in the short term rental industry. J would never have thought that a customer would remove a piece of the property from a shor...
How To Get Rich Quick In The Short Term Real Estate Industry
March 17, 2023 10:01 - 15 minutes - 21.3 MBIn this episode of Cash Flow Diary, J Massey teaches you how to get rich quickly while working in the short-term real estate industry. When most people hear the term "get rich quick," they think they are being scammed. However, shifting our mindset on how we think about this phrase can drastically affect your ability to be successful at growing a big enough short-term rental portfolio which is also sustainable and can support your lifestyle. Also in this episode: How nothing has any me...
How You Can Remedy The Situation If Somebody Is Smoking In Your Unit
March 14, 2023 10:01 - 7 minutes - 9.81 MBIn this episode of Cash Flow Diary, J Massey hosts a Q+A with coaching clients about what to do when somebody is smoking in your unit and how you can remedy the situation. When running your short term real estate empire, the majority of your guests will come and go with no complications. Occasionally, however, you will have a guest who breaks some of the agreed-upon rules and J shares his personal tips on how you can approach the confrontation behind somebody smoking in your short term re...
How To Negotiate A Short Term Real Estate Rental Unit Lease
March 10, 2023 11:01 - 8 minutes - 11.3 MBIn this episode of Cash Flow Diary, J Massey discusses how you can negotiate your short term real estate until lease. When it comes to renting out Short Term Real Estate Units, knowing how to negotiate a lease is extremely important to know. J hosts a q+a session with coaching clients and provides the tips and tricks on negotiating short term real estate leases to maximize your return on investment. Also in this episode: The differences between a net lease and a lease Factoring in u...
Security Tools And Technology For Renting Out Your Short Term Rental Unit
March 07, 2023 11:01 - 13 minutes - 19.1 MBIn this episode of Cash Flow Diary, J Massey shares security tips for renting out your short term rental unit. Have you ever wanted to start hosting guests, but have safety or property damage concerns? J shares his experience with this kind of scenario when he rented a short term property. He also provides you with a walk-through on how to improve the security for your own property. Also in this episode: The problem with lockboxes Using new technology for noise detection How to prov...
Make Your Short Term Rental Property Profitable With These Insider Secrets
March 03, 2023 14:01 - 7 minutes - 10 MBIn today's episode of Cash Flow Diary, J Massey shares insider secrets on making your short-term rental property profitable. Furniture is one of the biggest expenses when getting your short-term real estate empire off the ground. Guest expert, Rebecca, joins J to give you all the insider tips and tricks you need to furnish your short term rental without breaking the bank. Also in this episode: Why you should let your designer make all the furnishing decisions When should you get a who...
What Happens To The Short Term Real Estate Empire You’ve Built When Someone Else Takes Over
February 28, 2023 14:01 - 8 minutes - 11.3 MBIn today's episode of Cash Flow Diary, host J. Massey explores what happens to your short term real estate empire when it's time for somebody else to take over. A lot goes into building your short-term rental empire, from getting your business up and running to day-to-day operations. Unfortunately, many business owners don't plan for what happens when they can't or don't want to keep running it. During a call with coaching clients, J. answers questions and provides tips and advice about b...
To Have A Business Partner Or Not To Have A Business Partner, That Is The Question
February 24, 2023 13:33 - 10 minutes - 13.9 MBOn today's episode of Cash Flow Diary, J. Massey explores the scenario that all entrepreneurs will come across "to have a business partner, or not to have a business partner." During a session with coaching clients, J helps a client navigate a situation with their friend who wants to become their business partner and he shares advice on avoiding the many pitfalls which can come from this sticky scenario. Also in this episode: The risk of not being prepared You need to have a clear v...
The Customer Isn't ALWAYS Right But Sometimes They Are | Why You Need A Customer Service Manager To Scale Your Short Term Real Estate Business
February 21, 2023 14:01 - 7 minutes - 10.6 MBIn this episode of Cashflow Diary, host J Massey, speaks with a group of coaching clients about the importance of having a customer service manager to scale your short term real estate industry. The key to a successful short-term rental empire is to build a base of satisfied, loyal customers. But, as an entrepreneur, you must first know where your business starts and ends with a customer. During a recent call with coaching clients, we discussed the importance of hiring a dedicated customer...
Technology Has And Will Continue To Change The Short Term Real Estate Industry
February 17, 2023 14:01 - 7 minutes - 10.6 MBIn this episode of Cashflow Diary, host J. Massey, speaks with a group of coaching clients about technology and its impact on the short term real estate industry. Advancements in technology have changed the way we do business on every level. To successfully run your short-term real estate empire, you must keep up with trends and advancements. Also in this episode: The various apps customers use to book short term rentals The different ways to raise capital Potential security thre...
How To Talk About Money Without Feeling Uncomfortable
February 14, 2023 14:01 - 6 minutes - 4.52 MBIn this episode of Cashflow Diary, host, J.Massey, discusses how you can talk about money without feeling uncomfortable during the conversation. Talking about money makes many people uncomfortable, and many choose to avoid it altogether. However, when you run your short term real estate empire, you will inevitably have to communicate about money. It is important to remember that most people need the financial understanding you do and to keep that in mind, so your communication is clear an...
How To Measure Your Financial Progress In The Short Term Real Estate Industry
February 10, 2023 14:01 - 10 minutes - 7.3 MBOn this episode of Cashflow Diary, host, J. Massey, discusses why and how you must measure your financial progress when working in the short-term real estate industry. Unfortunately, it is very easy to lose focus on the day-to-day running of your business. During a Q&A session with coaching clients, I share strategies and tools to best keep track of your financial progress and how to maximize your profits. Also in this episode: The difference between revenue and income How much of y...
Should You Invest In A Cash Flow Business Or Focus More On Your Short-Term Real Estate Empire
February 07, 2023 14:14 - 15 minutes - 10.6 MBAs you grow your short-term real estate empire, you will come to a crossroads. Should you invest in a cash-flow business, or should you focus on growing your business? This question came up during a recent Q+ A with coaching clients and I share my experience purchasing several cash-flow companies. Make sure you listen to this before you take the next step in building your empire! Also in this episode: The challenge of building an online presence The number one skill of any entrepreneur ...
You Need To Offer Storage In Your Short Term Rental Unit
February 03, 2023 14:01 - 10 minutes - 7.31 MBWhen renting out a short term, you need to acknowledge that your tenants are there for different reasons and lengths of stay. No two tenants are alike and neither is how much stuff they have. Storage units are great for storing valuable assets and they are a spectacular value add for someone looking to have an edge on the competition. During a coaching session with clients, I answer their questions about their tenants' storage and provide tips and tricks I have learned along the way. Also ...
Keeping Your Cool | What To Do With Unruly Tenant's And Landlords
January 31, 2023 14:01 - 16 minutes - 11.6 MBWhen you are building your short-term rental empire, you will work alongside many tenants. As a result, various scenarios will arise that will need creative problem solving. During a coaching session with clients, they share their experiences and ask for advice on handling their situations with their tenants. I offer creative solutions and guidance to ensure they protect their property, reputation, and short-term real estate empire. Also in this episode: What can you write off when your h...
How To Turn Your Short-Term Renter Into A Repeat Customer
January 27, 2023 14:01 - 11 minutes - 8.04 MBWhen customers rent one of your short-term rentals, you want to do everything you can to keep them coming back as repeat customers. In this Q+A with coaching clients, I answer questions about what makes a repeat customer tick, and how you can go above and beyond to keep them coming back for more. Also in this episode: The importance of getting corporate customers Making an intentional decision to believe what you believe When it is time to take a break What amenities to offer your ...
How To Set Your Short Term Rental Apart From A Hotel
January 24, 2023 13:33 - 12 minutes - 8.45 MBThe ability to stand out, and offer your business something different can help you run a successful short-term rental business. During a coaching call with clients, we discuss the many kinds of different services or amenities we can offer our guests. Also in this episode: you Automate as much of the process as you can Unique offers like: birthday packages, sending flowers sent to the unit What to charge for parking What amenities do guests except Subscribe To The Show Apple Pod...
The Reddit GameStop Short Sell Saga Explained
January 20, 2023 13:39 - 7 minutes - 5.11 MBDuring a recent coaching session with my clients, they had questions about the Reddit GameStop Saga that was so heavily covered in the media. I explain how short sells and the Gamestop stock are interconnected in today's episode. I also answer questions about how we can minimize our risk regarding what stock we invest in and who rents our short-term rentals. Also in this episode: Elon Musk hates short sellers Buy back shares Redditors like to do their research Subscribe To The Show ...
What To Do When The Customer Leaves A Bad Review
January 17, 2023 14:01 - 14 minutes - 9.69 MBEvery short-term rental owner is familiar with the feeling of being scratched if a guest writes bad reviews about their property. It's disheartening, but it's also normal. No owner wants a bad review, but it can't be controlled. Regardless, what you do next is critical because these reviews can cause a lot of damage to your business. The question is, How do you respond when clients leave a bad review about their experience? Join our episode today and listen as we discuss some tips and tricks...
The Lay Out Of Your Unit Is More Important Than The Size Of The Unit
January 13, 2023 14:01 - 13 minutes - 9.31 MBWhen renting out a part of your property, the layout is everything. Setting up your unit can make the difference between having it booked for the whole season or being empty for most of it. This coaching session with our clients discusses how to effectively lay out your unit to maximize renters' interest without compromising your space. Also in this episode: The advantage of having accessible bathrooms Why having a bare unit is a big problem Protocol with Vivint on moving a unit Sub...
Nightmare Tenants And How To Deal With Them With Out Losing Your Cool
January 10, 2023 14:01 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MBNightmare tenants. Unexpected maintenance requests. Confrontations with other hosts, or sometimes your landlords. Dealing with these conflicts is unavoidable, and to survive in the industry, you must learn how to navigate them skillfully without compromising your professional image. During this episode, My guests shared their stories on how they handled these situations without losing their cool. Also, in this episode: What happens when a customer loses their diamond ring Keep your emot...
Working With Property Managers To Help You Build Your Real Estate Empire
January 06, 2023 14:01 - 13 minutes - 18.1 MBWhen you scale up your real estate empire and acquire multiple properties, hiring a property manager is essential to oversee the day-to-day operations of your investment properties. In this Q & A, I share all my knowledge and tips about property management and property managers to help get you on your way to building your real estate empire. Also in this episode: How many properties one property manager should oversee Why you don't want to be operating as a property manager without a re...
All The Pieces Matter | How The Interconnectivity Of The Global Market Can Affect How You Build Your Short Term Rental Empire | feat. Earl Powell
January 03, 2023 14:01 - 11 minutes - 15.4 MBOn today’s episode, I am joined by Earl Powell and we are talking about the interconnectivity of everything that goes into building your short term rental empire. We also chat about how you can simultaneously make your defense and offense in the game of money. Also in this episode: The differences between paper gold and actual gold Why I always have gold and silver on hand How to protect your purchasing power Understanding the purpose gold’s actual purpose Subscribe To The Show ...
Insurance: Can't Live With It And Can't Run Your Own Short Term Rental Empire Without It
December 30, 2022 14:01 - 11 minutes - 16 MBKnowing and understanding the nuances of insurance is essential to building your short-term real estate empire. Not surprisingly, questions about insurance are some of the most frequently asked questions I get from students and coaching clients. In today's episode, my client and I discussed typical situations related to insurance and coverage. In this question-and-answer session, you will find some practical strategies and advice that can be applied to your short-term real estate empire. A...
How To Secure Capital To Grow Your Short Term Real Estate Empire
December 27, 2022 14:01 - 15 minutes - 10.4 MBSecuring capital for your short-term real estate industry is one of the most frequently asked questions I receive when speaking with students and coaching clients. In today’s episode, I am taking some of these questions from coaching clients, providing my insight and tips, and teaching you how to prepare your pitch for when it's time to find capital. Also in this episode: The best email that doesn't put you in spam Three steps to create and build your database Entrepreneurs have the o...
How Inflation Has An Affect On The Short Term Real Esate Industry
December 23, 2022 13:59 - 7 minutes - 5.34 MBAs inflation has been a topic of discussion lately, we will examine the impact of inflation on your growing real estate empire in today's episode. In this episode, we will discuss ways to better prepare yourself for it. We will also identify its true meaning so that you can be fully equipped to protect your business in the future. What are you doing to prepare your business for the future, unseen events like inflation? Also in this episode: A brief overview of inflation Thinking of ren...
How The Short Term Rental Could Be Your Golden Ticket To Financial Freedom
December 20, 2022 14:30 - 16 minutes - 22.1 MBWhile there are no shortcuts to wealth - hard work, and determination in renting out your Short Term Real Estate could be your golden ticket to financial freedom. When building your short-term rental empire, it is important to understand what it takes to run an operation, what skill sets are required, and which skill sets you can hire out for. Also in this episode: Communication is paramount between yourself and the guest Location is essential, but it's relative to the experience the ...
You Don't Have To Go Home, But You Can't Stay Here | How To Decline Your Short Term Rental Services
December 16, 2022 14:11 - 9 minutes - 6.75 MBDuring coaching sessions with my clients, I frequently get asked questions about the day-to-day operations of running a short term rental business. For example, how to decline guests who want to rent your unit, or how to say no while still providing legendary customer service. I also share many other tips and tricks of the short term rental industry. Also in this episode: What it means to have a special insurance policy How to communicate with a guest who won't take no for an answer W...
How To Analyze A Real Estate Deal | Short Sale Edition
December 13, 2022 13:59 - 9 minutes - 6.25 MBDuring coaching sessions with my clients, I frequently get asked questions about purchasing investment properties in a short sale. In today's episode, I answer questions and analyze a short sale real estate deal to help you make the best decision for your real estate investment and build your short term real estate empire. Also in this episode: When you have enough to have tax write-offs How to negotiate directly with the bank The short sell process Subscribe To The Show Apple Pod...
Location, Location, Location! | The Best Locations For Your Short Term Rental Properties
December 09, 2022 14:00 - 7 minutes - 5.46 MBWhen running a short term rental empire, the location of your property is key. Most people think having a property near the airport is the best location, but it's more complicated than that. People travel for different reasons, and have different needs. In today's episode, I am sharing tips and how to help you figure out who you want to serve, and get you on your way to growing your real estate empire. Also in this episode: The value of having a short term rental near a playground Insu...
Strategies For Advertising Your Short Term Rentals
December 06, 2022 14:15 - 9 minutes - 6.31 MBOne of the best ways to find new customers is by advertising online. During a call with students, I was asked for advice on making direct bookings through digital marketing. I share advice, tips, and strategies to best help you gain visibility, and start getting direct bookings to build your short term real estate empire. Also in this episode: Using automation to set up advertisements Networking with companies that will directly book from you Why you are wasting your time by building ...
The Short Term Rental Industry, Income, Taxes, And You
December 02, 2022 14:20 - 6 minutes - 4.21 MBShort term rental industry creates a lot of taxable income, which keeping track and reporting your income to the I.R.S is crucial. During our recent coaching session, I shared some strategies and techniques to ensure all your income is being reported and protect your short term real estate business. Also in this episode: How to get your effective tax rate down to zero Strategy to get as many short term rentals How to use saving money as a measurement of success Subscribe To The Sho...
Everyone Is Talking About Inflation, But What Is It And Why Does It Matter?
November 29, 2022 14:01 - 6 minutes - 4.45 MBThe price of real estate increases in tandem with the inflation rate. Housing and other real estate assets generally rise when inflation increases. In today's episode, we will discuss inflation in order to understand how it works, and how it may affect your real estate business. Knowing what to expect, and how to cope with it, can give you better chances of protecting and maximizing your real estate empire in the long run. Also in this episode: Why you want to own and control the means of...
The Biggest Expense When Building Your Short Term Real Estate Empire
November 25, 2022 14:01 - 8 minutes - 6.1 MBRent is your biggest expense when it comes to building your short-term real estate empire. So it is crucial that you answer and understand certain questions, such as how you know if you're paying too much or what type of lease you should get. This will enable you to maximize your profits. During our recent coaching session, I shared some strategies and insights that will help you ensure that you are getting the best price for your short-term rental properties. Also in this episode: How do...
Your Network Is Everything When Building Your Short Term Rental Empire
November 22, 2022 14:01 - 8 minutes - 6.03 MBCreating your network is the best way to build your real estate business and not have to be dependent on an algorithm. In today's episode, I will share tips and techniques on the best ways to build your network to get you on your way to growing your own short term real estate empire. Also in this episode: How to reach the market places in your area Nobody does anything alone, you will need to build a team Why you need to build a database of customers Your customers need to have a co...
The Best Pricing Strategy For Airbnb To Maximize Your Revenue
November 18, 2022 14:01 - 10 minutes - 7.34 MBDeveloping a pricing strategy for your Airbnb rentals is one of the most challenging parts of building your short term rental empire. During a question and answer session with coaching clients, I share insight and what strategies have been the most effective to maximize revenue. Also In this episode: The role that each platform should play in your strategy Diversification and pricing on Airbnb What can NPP do for your bottom line Strategies to use to encourage renters to book lo...
Three Phases Your Business Will Go Through While Building Your Short Term Rental Empire
November 15, 2022 12:49 - 11 minutes - 7.9 MBWhile building your short term rental empire, there are three phases your business will go through. Knowing what to expect will give you time to plan and make informed decisions. That knowledge, combined with my short term rental strategy will put you in an excellent position to build a robust, sustainable, and profitable real estate portfolio and get you on your way to building your short term real estate empire. In this episode You need to learn how to run a business The different s...
How To Classify Contractors, Vendors, And Employees In Your Short Term Rental Business
November 11, 2022 14:01 - 8 minutes - 5.97 MBAs your short term rental empire grows, you need to hire more contractors, vendors and employees. It is important that you classify them accordingly to ensure your business runs as smoothly as possible. During a question and answer session with coaching clients, I share insight and tips and break down the intercity of classifications for each hire. In this episode: How to find a human resources representative in your region How each state has different classifications of contractors a...
The Risk Of Growing Your Real Estate Empire Too Fast
November 08, 2022 14:01 - 15 minutes - 10.5 MBWhen you're growing your real estate empire, there is a scenario where your business will grow too fast. During a conversation with a coaching client, I shared advice and strategies on what to do if you end up in a situation where your real estate empire is growing rapidly and how to minimize your risk. In this episode: The best strategies for rapid growth Your risk increases the more investors you are working with As your business grows, your focus needs to switch to updating your sy...
Start Your Own Short Term Rental Business Without Owning Property
November 04, 2022 13:01 - 10 minutes - 7.18 MBOne misconception I hear often is that you need to own property to start a short term rental business. In today's episode, I dispel that misconception and will teach you the first steps to take to start your own short term rental business and get you on your way to building your real estate empire. In this episode: How to acquire Real Estate using none of your own money or credit Where is the highest and best use of your time? My origin story of how I got started in the short term ...
Tools For Effective Communication Which Can Help You Run A Million Dollar Short Term Rental Business Successfully
November 01, 2022 15:32 - 12 minutes - 8.87 MBSuccessfully running a short term rental business requires effective communication with your team. During a Q+A session with a student, I was asked what process I use to communicate in my business. I share why I use Slack, and Trello, to create a communication system. Plus, I chat about the best way to set up these tools to increase communication and get you on your way to building your real estate empire. In this episode we discuss: Why I prefer Slack to communicate with my team over ...
Is Starting An Airbnb Business Right For You?
October 28, 2022 18:00 - 11 minutes - 8.04 MBStarting an Airbnb hosting business is full of rewards and challenges, but is it right for you? I will help you make that decision by sharing everything you need to get started, and the first four steps to take to get on your way to building your short term real estate empire with Airbnb hosting. In this episode: Invest your time into learning new skills You're not in the Airbnb business; you are in the short-term rental business Why you need to attend city council meetings Subscrib...
How To Analyze A Real Estate Deal | A Multi Family Apartment With 330 Units
October 25, 2022 16:31 - 22 minutes - 15.2 MBDuring coaching sessions with my clients, I frequently get asked questions about purchasing multi family investment properties. In today's episode, I answer questions on investing in a multi family apartment with over three hundred units and how making an investment with that many units is a different process then purchasing a multi family home. Also in this episode: Different variables that affect the properties value Why many of your tenants will move out upon purchase Tips on how...
Short Term Rentals Are Not New, And The Demand Isn't Going Anywhere
October 21, 2022 13:01 - 10 minutes - 7.32 MBThe short-term rental industry has existed since the civil war.. Unfortunately, I frequently hear in the media the need for short term rentals has stalled and that this "new" industry bubble is about to burst. I chat why this narrative exists, and prove why the short term rental market is not going anywhere. In this episode we discuss: Airbnb is not the only one in the short term rental game Convenience and security are on the opposite side of the spectrum Why Airbnb lack of growth ha...
How To Analyze A Real Estate Deal | Multi Family Tri-Plex Investment Property
October 18, 2022 10:01 - 13 minutes - 9.43 MBDuring coaching sessions with my clients, I frequently get asked, "how do I analyze a real estate deal for multi family Tri-Plex homes?" In today's episode, I will teach you how to use the gross rent multiplier to compare investing in a single or multi family versus a multi family tri-flex. We also explore how to use the gross rent multiplier to compare single-family and multifamily homes to make the best decision for your real estate investment and get you started on building your empire. ...