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405: Investing in the Only True Recession-Proof Asset: Yourself! with Lewis Howes

Publish Date: 2020/10/4
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    <p>Do you have <strong>fears and insecurities</strong> that hold you back from the life you envision? No? OK, well we'll see you next week... But really: this topic gets to the heart of why <strong>so many real estate investors</strong> quit, fail, or never even get started at all.</p><p>Today's guest, <strong>Lewis Howes</strong>, has been studying these concepts for the past 13 years as host of the hit podcast <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-school-of-greatness/id596047499">School of Greatness</a>. It all started as an effort to climb out of a major <strong>low point</strong> in Lewis' life, when he was broke and sleeping on his sister's couch... having crashed out of a brief <strong>arena football career</strong>.</p><p>In this episode, you'll learn how Lewis learned to <strong>hack his self-limiting beliefs </strong>by systematically putting himself in situations (Toastmasters, salsa dancing, public speaking) that utterly <strong>terrified </strong>him. And he shares some<strong> practical exercises</strong> you can do to achieve greater confidence and self-mastery.</p><p>Plus -- as a LinkedIn expert with a far-reaching network of connections, Lewis also opens up about <strong>how to effectively network </strong>on social media and elsewhere.</p><p>Don't miss this weekend episode of the BiggerPockets Real Estate Podcast, and give Lewis a shout on social media you take him up on his challenge to write a <strong>mission statement for your life!</strong></p><p>As always: if you're enjoying these shows, the best way to show your appreciation is to <strong>rate and review us</strong> on Apple Podcasts. It really helps us out!</p><p>In This Episode We Cover:</p><ul>
  • Climbing out of a hole when he had no money and no marketable skills
  • Overcoming fear of public speaking
  • Two practical exercises to confront your biggest fears
  • The clarifying power of writing a personal mission statement
  • The LinkedIn message formula Lewis used when reaching out to powerful people
  • Choosing a niche, then a sub-niche
  • The 3 magic words that multiply your chances of getting a deal or upgrade
  • The one common trait shared by all the top performers he's interviewed
  • And SO much more!

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