The Wake Up Call

247: How AI is Leveling the Playing Field for Investors with Andrew Einhorn

Description: Your WakeUp Call begins when you start to challenge conventional thinking. When you empower yourself to break free from the daily grind. When you choose to design your own lifestyle and economy. In this episode, we sit down with Andrew, the founder of LevelFields AI, to discuss how his company is using advanced data analysis and artificial intelligence to give individual investors access to the same powerful insights that were previously only available to large financial ins...

246: Navigating the Complex World of College Planning and Financing

Description: Your WakeUp Call begins when you start to challenge conventional thinking. When you empower yourself to break free from the daily grind. When you choose to design your lifestyle and economy. In this episode, Paul and Brad delve deep into the intricate world of college planning and financing. They discuss the critical steps involved in the late-stage college planning process, including visits, testing, negotiating with schools, and securing various forms of financial aid.  ...

245: Building a Well-Oiled Business Machine

Description:  Your WakeUp Call begins when you start to challenge conventional thinking. When you empower yourself to break free from the daily grind. When you choose to design your lifestyle and economy. In this episode, Paul Thompson shares his insights on developing an effective process for running a successful business. He outlines his approach to setting big, hairy, audacious goals, breaking them down into a 3-year vision and 1-year plan, and then implementing a cadence of weekly ta...

244: Mastering Marriage, Entrepreneurship, and the Art of Living by Design

Description:  Your WakeUp Call begins when you start to challenge conventional thinking. When you empower yourself to break free from the daily grind. When you choose to design your lifestyle and economy. In this introspective episode, Paul Thompson reflects on two pivotal journeys – his marriage and entrepreneurial ventures. As he celebrates his 19th wedding anniversary, Paul shares poignant insights on the evolving phases of marriage and the intentional commitment required to build a l...

243: Leveraging Podcast Guesting to Raise Capital and Build Your Brand with Trevor Oldham

Description:  Your WakeUp Call begins when you start to challenge conventional thinking. When you empower yourself to break free from the daily grind. When you choose to design your lifestyle and economy. Trevor Oldham, founder of Podcasting You, shares valuable insights on how real estate investors and entrepreneurs can effectively use podcast guesting as a strategy to raise capital, build authority, and grow their businesses. He discusses the tactics and best practices for identifying ...

242: An Insider’s Guide for Out-of-State Investors with Andrew Kim

Description:  Your WakeUp Call begins when you start to challenge conventional thinking. When you empower yourself to break free from the daily grind. When you choose to design your lifestyle and economy. Industry experts Paul Thompson and Andrew Kim explore the opportunities and obstacles for investors eyeing single-family rentals across the Sun Belt. With boots on the ground from Dallas to Memphis, Andrew offers hard-won advice for vetting deals, financing purchases, and managing rehab...

241: The Lone Star Journey with Dasha Beardsley

Description:  Your WakeUp Call begins when you start to challenge conventional thinking. When you empower yourself to break free from the daily grind. When you choose to design your lifestyle and economy. Rising star Dasha Beardsley joins Paul in this episode to discuss an unexpected secret to investment success—health optimization. As Manager of Data Science for Cadre, Dasha crunches property numbers by day while juicing up her own vitality by night. Learn how blending profit with daily...

240: The Microdose Diet Journey with Peggy Van de Plassche

Description:  Your WakeUp Call begins when you start to challenge conventional thinking. When you empower yourself to break free from the daily grind. When you choose to design your own lifestyle and economy. Join us on a fascinating journey into the world of the Microdose Diet with Peggy Van de Plassche, a former finance expert turned entrepreneur focusing on psychedelics. In this episode, Peggy shares her background in finance, her entrepreneurial journey, and her transition to focusin...

239: Real Estate Resilience with Jordan Silvester

Description:  Your WakeUp Call begins when you start to challenge conventional thinking. When you empower yourself to break free from the daily grind. When you choose to design your own lifestyle and economy. In this insightful episode, real estate investor and agent Jordan Sylvester shares his candid journey through the rollercoaster of the recent Canadian housing market. With raw honesty, Jordan recounts the hard-earned lessons from a series of investments that went awry due to unfore...

238: Creative Asset Protection for Savvy Investors with Scott Royal Smith

Description: Your WakeUp Call begins when you start to challenge conventional thinking. When you empower yourself to break free from the daily grind. When you choose to design your own lifestyle and economy.  Paul Thompson taps the mind of asset protection expert Scott Royal Smith in this wide-ranging discussion exploring creative strategies to shield your wealth. Learn the crucial steps these pros say you must take to fortify your investments against legal attacks and economic uncertain...

237: Empowering Women Towards Financial Independence with Susan Geist

Description: Your WakeUp Call begins when you start to challenge conventional thinking. When you empower yourself to break free from the daily grind. When you choose to design your own lifestyle and economy.  In this episode, we dive into the journey of our guest Susan Geist, and her husband who achieved financial freedom and left their traditional nine-to-five jobs. We explore their path to financial independence, starting from childhood experiences to navigating the challenges of the c...

236: Real Estate Revolution with Virtual Assistants and Strategic Acumen with Bob LaChance

Description: Your WakeUp Call begins when you start to challenge conventional thinking. When you empower yourself to break free from the daily grind. When you choose to design your own lifestyle and economy.  Join host Paul Thompson with guest Bob Lachance in a conversation that digs into the intriguing intersection of real estate investment, virtual assistants, and the evolving landscape of remote work. Bob shares his rich journey from rehabber to founder of a virtual assistant company,...

235: From Cutco Knives to Virtual Operations Revolution with Mike Abramowitz

Description: Your WakeUp Call begins when you start to challenge conventional thinking. When you empower yourself to break free from the daily grind. When you choose to design your own lifestyle and economy.  Join Paul and Mike in this engaging episode where they delve into their unexpected journey from discussing AI applications to sharing their personal experiences in entrepreneurship, particularly with Cutco kitchen knives.  Discover how their shift to virtual operations transformed...

234: From Island Dreams to Real Estate Schemes with Charles Rose Jr.

Your WakeUp Call begins when you start to challenge conventional thinking. When you empower yourself to break free from the daily grind. When you choose to design your own lifestyle and economy.  Join us in this episode as Charles shares an inspiring journey from humble beginnings in the Bahamas to becoming a successful real estate investor and coach in the US. Charles delves into their transition from single-family to multifamily properties, international investments, and the impact of he...

233: Flipping the Future with Scott Jelinek

233: Flipping the Future with Scott Jelinek   Description: Join Scott and Paul in a candid conversation about personal backgrounds and business experiences that paved the way for their unique approach to real estate. Beginning with their diverse journeys, the discussion unfolds into Scott's real estate evolution, from the 1994 investment to the 2007 crash and the valuable lessons learned.  The duo explores the groundbreaking 'Slow Flip' strategy, a distinctive investment approach usi...

232: Breaking Real Estate Boundaries with Nicolas Mertens

Description: Embark on a riveting journey with Paul and Nick, as they break free from conventional thinking and delve into the world of real estate entrepreneurship. Nick shares his unique experience of navigating the European real estate market, starting from his roots in Belgium to strategically exploring opportunities in multifamily properties.   Learn about Nick's epiphany moment while on vacation in South Africa, where he discovers the powerful mechanics of the BRRR strategy, adap...

231: Building Lives Beyond Bricks With Jim Sheils

Your WakeUp Call begins when you start to challenge conventional thinking. When you empower yourself to break free from the daily grind. When you choose to design your own lifestyle and economy.  Join Paul and Jim in a captivating discussion that delves into both personal and professional realms. This episode explores Jim's expertise in the 'build to rent' niche, his upcoming book "The Passive Income Playbook," and the dynamic landscape of real estate investment. From the challenges of l...

230: Navigating Acquisitions and the SAS Landscape With Michael Frew

Your WakeUp Call begins when you start to challenge conventional thinking. When you empower yourself to break free from the daily grind. When you choose to design your own lifestyle and economy.  Join us as we delve into the entrepreneurial journey of a seasoned professional, exploring the mechanics of business acquisitions and the lucrative Software as a Service (SaaS) landscape. Discover the unique strategies and personal experiences shared by Michael Frew, offering valuable insights for...

229: Career Breakthroughs and Financial Independence With Bradley Rice

Your WakeUp Call begins when you start to challenge conventional thinking. When you empower yourself to break free from the daily grind. When you choose to design your own lifestyle and economy.    Join us on "Career Breakthroughs and Financial Independence" as Paul explores the journey of Brad, a self-made expert in the world of Salesforce, who went from a cattle farm in West Georgia to financial independence by the age of 31.   Discover how Brad's unconventional path led him to bec...

228: Learning to “Wake Up Broke” with Brandon Steiner

Your WakeUp Call begins when you start to challenge conventional thinking. When you empower yourself to break free from the daily grind. When you choose to design your own lifestyle and economy.    Legendary Sports entrepreneur & author Brandon Steiner joins Host Paul Thompson for this episode of “The Wake-Up Call” Podcast. After starting the Steiner Agency with just $4000, Brandon turned his company into a multi-million dollar business while simultaneously becoming the biggest name in t...

227. Building From the Ground Up with Alex Jarbo

Your WakeUp Call begins when you start to challenge conventional thinking. When you empower yourself to break free from the daily grind. When you choose to design your own lifestyle and economy.    Host Paul Thompson is joined for this episode of “The Wake-Up Call” Podcast by Short-Term Rental/Hospitality Professional, Youtuber, and “Builder”, Alex Jarbo. The two discuss how he has optimized an incredible workflow unique to the Hospitality space, including bringing in returning customers...

226. Embracing the 3-Hour Workday with Knolly Williams

Your WakeUp Call begins when you start to challenge conventional thinking. When you empower yourself to break free from the daily grind. When you choose to design your own lifestyle and economy.    Known as “The Business Healer”, author, inspirational speaker, and real estate mogul, Knolly Williams joins host Paul Thompson for this episode of “The Wake-Up Call”. The two discuss Knolly’s tough upbringing and how it influenced his choice to enter the world of business.   From the compl...

225. Living a Non-Negotiable Life with Angie Wisdom

Your WakeUp Call begins when you start to challenge conventional thinking. When you empower yourself to break free from the daily grind. When you choose to design your own lifestyle and economy.    Paul Thompson is joined for this episode of “The Wake-Up Call” by Life and Business Coach Angie Wisdom. After getting started as an investment firm owner and financial advisor, Angie has moved into the life coaching space, guiding people into becoming the best possible, most “non-negotiable” v...

224. One Connection at a Time with Corey Chonsky

Your WakeUp Call begins when you start to challenge conventional thinking. When you empower yourself to break free from the daily grind. When you choose to design your own lifestyle and economy.    Former Navy Veteran and current Real Estate Investor Corey Chonsky joins host Paul Thompson for this episode of “The Wake-Up Call”. Similarly to Paul’s story in the corporate world, Corey saw a financially secure future for himself outside of the military and took a leap into Real Estate Inves...

223. The Power of Authentic Conversations with JM Ryerson

Your WakeUp Call begins when you start to challenge conventional thinking. When you empower yourself to break free from the daily grind. When you choose to design your own lifestyle and economy.    On this episode of “The Wake-Up Call”, host Paul Thompson interviews performance and leadership coach, JM Ryerson, on his passion for podcasting and authentic conversations. They delve into the importance of morning routines, mindset, and biohacking.    JM talks at length with Paul about h...

222. Changing Lives, Improving Communities, and Growing Wealth with Sam Sells

Your WakeUp Call begins when you start to challenge conventional thinking. When you empower yourself to break free from the daily grind. When you choose to design your own lifestyle and economy.    On this episode of “The Wake-Up Call”, Host Paul Thompson shares a great conversation with Community Shaper and Real Estate Syndication expert, Sam Sells. The two discuss the benefits that Real Estate can provide to large groups of people, beyond the obvious potential for growing your own weal...

221. Real Estate Syndication 2.0 with Adam Gower

Your WakeUp Call begins when you start to challenge conventional thinking. When you empower yourself to break free from the daily grind. When you choose to design your own lifestyle and economy.    Host Paul Thompson is joined in this episode of “The Wake-Up Call”  by Syndication Mastermind Adam Gower, to talk through the current state of the market and what it means to be involved in Syndication TODAY.   Adam Gower Calls his methodology “Syndication 2.0”, in which he approaches synd...

220. Finding Your “North Star” with Scott Miller

Your WakeUp Call begins when you start to challenge conventional thinking. When you empower yourself to break free from the daily grind. When you choose to design your own lifestyle and economy.    In this episode of “The Wake-Up Call”, Host Paul Thompson is joined by CEO Scott Miller for a great and personal discussion surrounding finding your purpose– Your “North Star”.   One thing we can be sure of, is that we will face adversity in life. The question is what will you do with it? ...

219. “Merchant Cash Advance”: 101, with Peter Risko

Your WakeUp Call begins when you start to challenge conventional thinking. When you empower yourself to break free from the daily grind. When you choose to design your own lifestyle and economy.    Have you ever heard of an MCM? A “Merchant Cash Advance”? Most likely not, and yet it’s an incredible source of revenue for people who are in the know. Host Paul Thompson discusses the MCM at length with the master of the form, and today’s guest on “The Wake Up Call”, Peter Risko.    Peter...

218. Ending the Time for Money Exchange with Shannon Robnett

217: Meet the “Pawn Shop For Land”: Mason McDonald

216. The 7 Rules to Think Like an Investor with Steven Pesavento

Your WakeUp Call begins when you start to challenge conventional thinking. When you empower yourself to break free from the daily grind. When you choose to design your own lifestyle and economy.    Coach & Real Estate Mogul Steven Pesavento joins Host Paul Thompson for a brand new episode of “The WakeUp Call” podcast. In a genuine, and sometimes heartfelt discussion, The two explore how the sudden passing of Steven’s sister changed the way he does business.   Steven’s new life outloo...

215. Navigating Life's Challenges and Negotiations: Insights with Joshua Cadillac

Be the CEO of your life. At the end of the day, the buck stops with you. You're responsible for your own solutions. No one else and the second you embrace that is the second you start reclaiming your life.   In this episode of “The WakeUp Call” podcast, Host Paul Thompson is joined by Josh Cadillac.  In this session, Paul and Josh delve into intuition, negotiations, and becoming the CEO of your life.   Key Points From This Episode:  Extreme owenership - if it is to be it is up to me...

214. Cabin Fever & Short-Term Rentals with Leslie Anne Morris

Your WakeUp Call begins when you start to challenge conventional thinking. When you empower yourself to break free from the daily grind. When you choose to design your own lifestyle and economy.    In this episode of “The WakeUp Call” podcast, Host Paul Thompson is joined by “The Cabin Lady”, Leslie Anne Morris. The two discuss her portfolio of Short-Term Rentals within Cabins in the Smoky Mountains, which have exploded in popularity alongside the increasing tourism to the area. With a s...

213. Deferred Sales Trusts 101 with Brett Swarts

Your WakeUp Call begins when you start to challenge conventional thinking. When you empower yourself to break free from the daily grind. When you choose to design your own lifestyle and economy.    In this episode of “The WakeUp Call” podcast, Host Paul Thompson is joined by Brett Swarts as they go into heavy detail regarding Deferred Sales Trusts, the primary focus on Brett’s business: “Capital Tax Solutions”. For people with large value assets, using this strategy involves utilizing hi...

212. Slow Down to Go Fast with Joe Camberato

Your WakeUp Call begins when you start to challenge conventional thinking. When you empower yourself to break free from the daily grind. When you choose to design your own lifestyle and economy.    In this episode of “The WakeUp Call” podcast, Host Paul Thompson is joined by CEO Joe Camberato of “National Business Capital” as they discuss the current lending landscape, Joe’s background in building and growing his company without any private equity, and financial predictions into the next...

211. Finding Freedom: Escaping the System and Carving Your Own Path

Your WakeUp Call begins when you start to challenge conventional thinking. When you empower yourself to break free from the daily grind. When you choose to design your own lifestyle and economy.    In this episode of “The WakeUp Call” podcast, Host Paul Thompson is joined by San Diego Real Estate professional Jason Joseph Lee. The two connect over shared experiences of breaking free from what was “expected” of them and connecting over the moment they Woke Up to a life of freedom in Real ...

210: Finding Freedom: Escaping the System and Carving Your Own Path with Jason Lee

Your WakeUp Call begins when you start to challenge conventional thinking. When you empower yourself to break free from the daily grind. When you choose to design your own lifestyle and economy.    In this episode of “The WakeUp Call” podcast, Host Paul Thompson is joined by San Diego Real Estate professional Jason Joseph Lee. The two connect over shared experiences of breaking free from what was “expected” of them and connecting over the moment they Woke Up to a life of freedom in Real ...

209. The WakeUp Call: Crafting Your Own Economy in the Modern World

Your WakeUp Call begins when you start to challenge conventional thinking. When you empower yourself to break free from the daily grind. When you choose to design your own lifestyle and economy.    In “The WakeUp Call” podcast, Host Paul Thompson, a former corporate professional turned pioneer for freedom, explores topics such as investing, entrepreneurship, and lifestyle design. Through interviews with real estate and entrepreneurial experts, this podcast provides valuable insights and ...

208. Beyond AirBnb Secrets with Dr. Chau Ong

In the ever-evolving world of real estate, there are individuals who transcend the boundaries of conventional investment approaches, paving their path to financial  freedom.  In this episode, Dr. Chau Ong shares his story and marketing strategies in the real estate business. Dr. Chau Ong is a successful real estate investor who helps people achieve financial freedom by leveraging other people's properties through corporate housing. He discovered the potential of renting other people's prop...

207. A Journey to Successful Multifamily Real Estate Syndication with Rebecca Moore

Many people rely solely on a stable income for their daily living expenses, but having multiple sources of income can offer benefits beyond financial stability. Not only can it provide financial freedom, but it can also allow for more time with family and loved ones. Rebecca Moore is a multifamily real estate syndicator and psychologist who has achieved great success in the apartment syndications business. Her interest in this field was motivated by the financial freedom it offers and the ...

206. Breaking Free From Financial Headaches with Courtney Lewis

As the saying goes, "money makes the world go round." But managing money effectively can be a daunting task, especially when it comes to investing in real estate.  In this episode, we have the pleasure of speaking with Courtney Lewis, a financial advisor and former portfolio manager who has accumulated an impressive real estate portfolio worth millions of dollars. Courtney shares her journey from being underpaid in her corporate job to starting her own successful financial coaching and con...

205. Money Matters: Understanding the Nature and Flow of Money for Financial Success with Russ Morgan

Money plays a crucial role in our lives, yet many of us lack a deep understanding of how it truly works. We often view it as a simple tool for earning and spending, without recognizing its complexities and potential for long-term wealth creation. This is where the importance of reeducation comes in, particularly for business owners and families who seek to maximize their financial potential. In this episode, Russ Morgan, founder and partner of Wealth Without Wall Street, provides insights ...

204. Succeeding in the Competitive World of Multifamily Investing with Drew Breneman

Multifamily real estate, also known as apartment buildings or multi-unit residential properties, has emerged as a prominent investment asset class due to its potential for generating stable cash flow and long-term appreciation. With increasing demand for affordable and convenient housing, multifamily properties have become a popular choice for both investors and renters. In this episode, Drew Breneman, the founder and CEO of Breneman Capital, shares his background and his profession as a m...

203. Cashing In on Mobile Homes with Adrian Smude

In recent years, mobile homes have emerged as a unique and lucrative investment opportunity, offering recession-resistant assets with lower property taxes and less competition. In this episode, Adrian Smude, a real estate investor specializing in owning both land and individual mobile homes, shares his successful business model of renting out affordable housing. Throughout the conversation, Adrian offers valuable insights into finding leads, evaluating rehab costs, and complying with regul...

202. Helping Yachting Professionals Invest Passively And Actively with Scott Kidd

Real estate investment has always been an attractive opportunity for those who seek financial stability and growth. For Scott Kidd, a multifamily real estate investor and yacht captain, the journey towards achieving success in the real estate industry has been an exciting one. In this episode, Scott Kidd shares his background and experience in both fields, highlighting how his time as a yacht captain has influenced his approach to investing. He also talks about the importance of teamwork a...

201. From Setbacks to Success - John Casmon’s Entrepreneurial Journey

Investing and building your own business is never easy. You may experience some setbacks and disappointments, but with the right strategy and confidence, you  can regroup, pivot, leverage your personal brand, and rebuild your business to achieve your goals. In this episode, John Casmon, the co-founder of Midwest Real Estate Networking Summit and former marketing executive, talks about the time when his company went bankrupt, the necessary pivots he made, and what he is currently doing. He ...

200. From 9-5 to Becoming a Full-Time Investor Paul David Thompson on The Real Estate Syndication Show

Real estate investment has become a popular avenue for individuals looking to create wealth and financial freedom. The Real Estate Syndication Show with Whitney Sewell helps every active investor learn how the syndication business works, improve their business, and help passive investors understand where to invest when wanting to diversify into real estate. In this episode, I was interviewed in The Real Estate Syndication Show and I share my journey from a traditional nine-to-five job to b...

199. An Expert’s Guide on Earning Profit at Land Flipping with Pete Reese

Simplicity and the potential for a high profit are what every investor wants - and Land Flipping is a great way to achieve this! A prominent real estate investor, Pete Reese, discusses his thoughts on land flipping, including its ease of use, possibility for large profits, and marketing techniques. He also discusses his podcast, website, new community for land flippers, which offers free training, and a future for-profit mentorship program. He concludes by outlining the benefits of using v...

198. Building Generational Wealth through Real Estate Investing with Heather Dreves

We all want stability and security when it comes to our finances. Not only that, but we also need to ensure the same for the lives of the generations after us!   Heather Dreves, a fund manager and director of funding at Secured Investment Corp, joins us in this episode to help us plan and work on building generational wealth through real estate. Heather talks about her experience in the real estate market, from purchasing and renovating homes to running a fund that makes real estate inve...