In this episode, Justin Freishtat, former co-owner of Heartland Foods, shares his strategies for funding and building a multi-million dollar business, as well as leveraging social media in today's economy. He highlights the importance of finding your passion and aligning it with a commission-based sales career, discussing his diverse investments in real estate, hedge funds, and oil and gas, and how he navigates the ever-changing market. As the vice president of Kern's Marketing, Justin focuses on social media marketing and brand building for clients, explaining the difference between organic growth and guerrilla marketing tactics to drive traffic and monetize brands. He also touches on the power of DM outreach and leveraging credit cards for funding.

On a deeper level, Justin and Aria Johnson delve into the importance of taking risks, overcoming fear, and surrounding yourself with like-minded individuals. They emphasize investing in personal growth and creating an environment that supports and encourages your dreams. The episode explores burnout and resilience, stressing the need to take care of oneself to prevent burnout and maintain high performance. Justin shares his experiences with adversity, the lessons learned, and the significance of mindset in achieving success. They discuss the value of connecting with people, finding happiness in the present moment, and the idea of legacy and pursuing a fulfilling life.

TAKEAWAYS

• Finding your passion and aligning it with a commission-based sales career can lead to success.
• Investing in real estate, hedge funds, and oil and gas can provide opportunities for wealth preservation and growth.
• Social media marketing, particularly through guerrilla tactics, can help build brands and drive traffic.
• DM outreach and leveraging credit cards can be effective strategies for funding and growing a business. Take risks and overcome fear in order to achieve success.
• Surround yourself with like-minded individuals who support and encourage your dreams.
• Invest in personal growth and be intentional about the environments you place yourself in.
• Take care of yourself and prioritize your well-being to avoid burnout.
• Find happiness in the present moment and focus on the journey rather than just the outcome.
• Define success on your own terms and strive for a fulfilling life.
• Learn from failures and embrace discomfort as a catalyst for growth.
• Maintain a positive mindset and avoid violating your own principles.
• Money is a tool and should be approached with a mindset of multiplication rather than emotion.
• Legacy is about making a positive impact and finding happiness in the process.