Dreamcatchers Digest - November 2023

In our pursuit of personal excellence and financial sovereignty, we must dare to disrupt the status quo and unlock the immense potential within us. The Red Pill Model, a concept I hold close to, invites us on an adventure to achieve true fulfillment and meaning in our lives.

This model unfolds in six transformative layers, each a crucial step on our path to complete victory. We start with fortifying our Self-Image—reprogramming those old stories that have kept us in the shadows of our own dreams.

The dance of Relationships is about the quality of our connections. We embrace those that fuel our growth and learn to let go of what no longer serves us.

As for Work, it’s about passion and impact, not just a job. It’s an opportunity to infuse every task with positivity and purpose, enriching all aspects of our existence.

Then, we anchor ourselves in Health, understanding that true strength comes from the balance of physical well-being and mental clarity.

We expand our definition of Prosperity beyond the confines of our bank accounts to include the wealth of experiences, our natural gifts, and the value of time well spent.

And at the summit lies Significance—our ultimate goal. It’s about creating a legacy that outlives us, echoing through the lives we touch and the communities we uplift.

As your guide on this transformative path, I’m committed to equipping you with practical wisdom and strategies that will catalyze your growth and illuminate your journey to a life of abundance and extraordinary impact.

Together, we will tap into our latent capabilities and carve out a reality that not only meets but exceeds our greatest aspirations. It's time to embark on this quest for self-realization and achieve the extraordinary.

In pursuit of greatness,

- J

Interview with Christy Keeton

Who is Christy Keeton?

I am a mom, gramma, real estate investor, and lover of geographic and time freedom! I invest in apartments and flip single-family houses to bring me financial freedom. I enjoy underwriting deals and making offers…but I am overjoyed to close deals! I have closed over $80 million in multifamily since January 2021. My passion is to bring knowledge and understanding to others in the industry so they can also succeed. I love to give to charity anonymously… saving children from trafficking and drilling fresh wells in rural villages in India makes my heart smile.

What is your motto in life?

Pay it forward and be supportive of others' success.

What are your upcoming projects, and what excites you the most about them?

Oh, I love this question! I have created an online course for Multifamily Underwriting to help others be "Deal Savvy?". I have a class starting after the first of the year. I am excited I get to teach others in this industry how to underwrite deals and understand the numbers.

Are there any particular rituals or routines you follow to enhance your workflow?

Yes. My mornings are filled with devotion and prayer. This starts my day off in the right direction. Time management is very important to my day, so I allocate blocks of time to different tasks and this helps me to stick to and complete one task at a time.

Read the full interview here.

Figure Out What's Next Before You Engage the Broker - Dan Walkowski

Have you ever wondered how to transition out of your business smoothly, ensuring your legacy and avoiding pitfalls?

Dan Walkowski joins us to discuss his journey in the corporate world and how he now uses his experience to help small business owners. He shares his insight into the importance of planning for a successful transition when selling a business. Dan outlines the challenges and value a middleman can bring to the process, such as gathering information, creating an advertisement, marketing, and screening qualified buyers. He also advises those looking to partner up to ensure a smooth exit when it's time to sell their business.

Quotes:

"Think about what you want to do next and then prepare for it." - Dan Walkowski

"True entrepreneur spirit shines through. If somebody wants to get into a business, they will figure out a way they will maneuver through everything." - Dan Walkowski

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Beyond the Exit - Jerome Myers

Those who accompany us on life's adventures are the true treasures.

In this episode, Jerome takes listeners through a recent trip – highlighting the spectacular sights, engineering marvels, street performers, and more. He emphasizes the importance of taking the time to appreciate life's journey with those closest to us so we can make memories that will last a lifetime.

Quotes:

"People that go on the journey with you are almost more important than the destination that you end up on." - Jerome Myers

"It doesn't matter whether you're doing Exit one, which is leaving corporate America, or exit six, which is an eight-figure exit from your company. We give you the tools that you need." - Jerome Myers

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Mental Resilience is the Secret to Happiness after Your Exit - Jerome Myers

Dive into a transformative discussion on resilience and the intricate pursuit of happiness in this episode, where Jerome unravels the essence of resilience in scripting successful exit journeys amidst the relentless waves of change. The conversation delves deep into distinguishing enjoyment from pleasure and learning to harness both to enrich one's existence. Don't miss out on groundbreaking discussions about the transformative power of resilience, the significance of positive affirmations, and the profound impact of aiding others with newfound wealth for achieving a fulfilling life.

Quotes:

"People don't understand the power of saying nice things to yourself." - Matt Halloran

"I don't think I'm of low status. I don't think I am of any importance. And that's what the word humble means now humility is a different thing." - Jerome Myers

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Self Image: The Foundation to the Life You've Always Dreamed Of - Jerome Myers

Unfold the essence of self-love, the power of knowledge gained through self-teaching, and the profound impact of others' perceptions in today's solo episode with Jerome Myers! Jerome dives deep into the four pillars of self-image: self-love, self-taught, promises kept to oneself and others' perception of you. He introduces the concept of me vs. I self and encourages listeners to have a high opinion of themselves so that the world can conspire and deliver that experience. He also touches on why people don't show compassion, how not trusting oneself affects feelings of worthiness, and how keeping promises to oneself can profoundly impact life trajectory.

Quotes:

"You were put on this planet to serve a unique group of people who need your story and your experience. And when you abandon that, because you don't trust or believe in yourself, you abandon those people." - Jerome Myers

"When you can take the focus off of yourself when you can focus on others, you find a way to make your life better." - Jerome Myers

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Are Your Five Closest Friends Sabotaging You? - Jerome Myers

Who you spend time with shapes who you become. In this episode, Jerome pulls back the curtain on how your core relationships can either enable or sabotage your dreams. He introduces the 2C Matrix, a tool to critically evaluate your inner circle based on their capacity to help you succeed and their active contribution. Discover strategies to surround yourself with people who reinforce your goals versus those who drag you down. It's time to take a hard look at the 5 people closest to you. Are they lifting you up or holding you back? The people you spend the most time with determine the life you live. Listen in as Jerome provides guidance on curating an empowering community that takes you to new heights.

Quotes:

"Creating an environment where it's easy to actually do the thing that you plan to do … has a huge, and I mean, huge impact on your life.” - Jerome Myers

“The people that you spend the most time with, not the people, but the expectations of those people is what creates your life.” - Jerome Myers

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We Only Need Power if We Want to Do Harm... Otherwise Love is Enough to Get Anything Done - Frederic Da Silva

Award Winning Mentalist Frederic Da Silva shares his journey from receiving a magic box as a child in France to becoming a world-renowned performer with a long-running show in Las Vegas. Frederic explains that after getting the magic box at age 5, he instantly knew magic would be his life's purpose. Frederic emphasizes that it's all about deeply connecting with the audience and touching their hearts, not just impressing them with magic tricks. Frederic exemplifies extreme discipline and persistence, taking immediate action despite obstacles.. He believes love and connection are more powerful than any magic tricks or ideas, as expressed in the quote “We only need power if we want to do something harmful, otherwise love is enough to get anything done.

Quotes:

"We only need power if we want to do something harmful, otherwise love is enough to get anything done." - Frederic Da Silva

"In a world where you can be anything, be brave enough to be yourself." - Frederic Da Silva

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Trust Your Intuition and Do the Work to Make Yourself Right - Larry Gaynor

In this episode, Jerome interviews entrepreneur Larry Gaynor who has been in the beauty business for over 50 years. They discuss Larry's journey starting in the hardware business as a teenager, expanding into beauty products, becoming the largest nail product distributor, pivoting his business multiple times, and eventually manufacturing his own beauty products and PPE. Larry shares lessons on trusting your gut, taking risks, finding opportunities during adversity, and knowing when to exit a business.

Quotes:

"When you're on the field, play to win always, because if you're not on the field and you're on the sidelines and you're watching, there's nothing you can do." - Larry Gaynor

"Being in business is brutal. It's not for the faint of heart. Being an entrepreneur, you wake up and you just grin and bear it, but you have to stay optimistic." - Larry Gaynor

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The Founder's Exit Paradox: Emotions Unveiled - Jerome Myers

Exiting a business can be one of the most emotionally complex times in an entrepreneur's life. After years of blood, sweat, and tears building your baby, you finally get the big payout and sell your company. This should be an amazing accomplishment! But instead of feeling like you won the lottery, you're left feeling empty, worthless, and wondering "What's next?"

This is what hosts Matt Halloran and Jerome Myers call the "founder's exit paradox." In this raw and honest 3-part miniseries, they dive deep into the unexpected emotional turmoil founders experience after exiting their businesses.

Quote:

"The founder's exit paradox is the decoupling from the enterprise that was built by a founder, and the roots of that deepen with age." - Jerome Myers

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