Ben Reinberg: I OWN IT

Can you walk away from what no longer serves you? In this episode of the I Own It Podcast, we welcome Dean Rogers. He ended his career in the NFL with the San Diego Chargers to protect his health. Now, he’s thriving as a real estate expert and coach with an 8-figure (and counting) portfolio and created the Wholesaling Playbook in 2022. Dean encourages you not to be afraid to switch careers, learn something new, and own your power to create abundance. He built his empire while working a day job… making every second of free time count for self-improvement. Being an entrepreneur always has its ups and downs. And Dean has gone through all of it. But owning his mistakes and being open to mentorship has gotten him to the success he has today. Are you ready to do the same? Tune in as Dean Rogers shares about his wake-up call to make a change, the challenges in transitioning from one career to another, the similarities between sports and business, and how you too can tread the path to financial freedom. Timestamps:   00:00 Introduction 01:09 Leaving the NFL 07:25 Discovering real estate 12:11 Business is like sports 19:33 Collaboration brings success 23:21 Coaching as a calling 25:38 Have the right mentors 28:24 Dean’s investments strategies 33:29 Don’t quit your day job just yet! 36:45 The path to financial freedom 39:31 Own your mistakes! 45:41 Dean’s advice to his 16-year-old self 48:02 What would Dean’s last meal on Earth be? 50:08 Dean’s favorite band Quotations: “Discipline is everything.” – Ben Reinberg “Together, you can be stronger. You can accomplish more. So when you come from that abundance mindset, the possibilities are literally limitless.” – Dean Rogers “The mission behind the coaching program is to help as many people as possible and to build a community of people that are just lifting each other up.” – Dean Rogers “People that are disciplined hold you accountable.” – Dean Rogers “I think the ones that make success are the ones that just ultimately don’t give up because you’re going to get the crap beat out of you.” – Dean Rogers “The ability to leverage other people’s money correctly on assets is just incredible because essentially your return can be infinite.” – Dean Rogers Get in touch with Dean Rogers. Website: https://deanrogers.com/ Instagram/TikTok: @deanrogersrealestate YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DeanRogers Email: dean@deanrogers.com Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dean-rogers-show/id1644556433 Connect with Ben: benreinberg.com   Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok: @therealbenreinberg LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/benreinberg Facebook: facebook.com/TheRealBenReinberg Check out Ben’s firm here: https://alliancecgc.com/  

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💬 Get in touch with Burton Hughes. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/burton_hughes_official/ Website: https://burtonhughesofficial.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/burton-p-hughes-1372ab58/   A rags-to-riches story never gets old. And Burton Hughes has made it – and is still kicking it. His successful bodybuilding streak, flourishing real estate career, and inspiring book have proven that you can do anything regardless of your circumstances. Learn how to reshape your destiny and align your life to your goals and desires as Burton shares his advice and experience! In this episode, Burton Hughes highlights: ✅ There’s no amount of money that can buy confidence. ✅ It doesn’t matter how hard you train when your nutrition isn’t in place. ✅ Play the hands that you’re dealt with. ✅ Eat and exercise according to your body type and schedule. ✅ Stop trying to prove anyone wrong. Prove your Creator correct. ✅ You can’t succeed alone. Collaborate so you can go further. ✅ Support your kids without being overbearing. ✅ Leave a legacy that you’re proud of. ✅ Don’t be afraid to be different. ✅ Motivation is temporary. Never let anyone invalidate you. Surround yourself with the right people.   Born and raised in Columbus, Ohio, Burton Hughes is a fitness model and a senior project manager for New View Roofing. His passion for strength training and bodybuilding earned him the title of Mr. Ohio 2010 in the light- weight class and the 2011 IFBB North American Championships, garnering the IFBB Professional status. He is the author of “Align Your Empire: Using the Six Assets of Alignment as the Catalyst to Ignite Your Life!”, a written testament of his rags-to-riches story and how he overcame the challenging circumstances of poverty. Connect with Ben. Website: https://benreinberg.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealbenreinberg/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/realbenreinberg TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therealbenreinberg LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/benreinberg Facebook: https://facebook.com/TheRealBenReinberg   Check out Ben’s firm here: https://alliancecgc.com/      

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💬 Learn more about Kana LiVolsi. Website: http://kanalivolsi.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kanalivolsi/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kana_getawhatwhat Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.ph/kanashae/ Kana LiVolsi is owning it in marketing and women empowerment like it’s nobody’s business. Learn from her innovative tips on brand positioning, her trusted healthy practices, advice on eating gluten-free, and how you can fight the war on women’s reproductive rights. In this episode, Kana LiVolsi highlights: ✅ Establish trust with your customers to stand out from the competition. ✅ When you try bolder things, you learn more. ✅ Build an extra layer of personality into your branding. ✅ If you want to be a disruptor in the industry, have personalized strategies. ✅ Having guidelines make you more creative. ✅ Short attention spans are a myth. ✅ Women should not be afraid of taking up space. ✅ Don’t be blindly confident. Learn from the people around you. Kana LiVolsi is a leader in digital marketing and advocate for the empowerment of minorities and females in business. A featured speaker with General Assembly, The Riveter, Social Media Week, Austin Start-up Week, Guaranteed to Wrinkle, Guest Lecturer at the University of Texas Austin, and more. She is a mentor for SXSW, SKU, MassChallenge, and the Kendra Scott Entrepreneurship Program at UT, was recently announced as a finalist for the 2021 Austin Under 40 Awards, is an Austin Business Journal’s 2020 Profiles in Power: Central Texas Women of Influence Nominee along with other notable female leaders. She is currently the CEO and Co-Founder of Dos Mundos Creative. Connect with Ben. Website: https://benreinberg.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealbenreinberg/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/realbenreinberg TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therealbenreinberg LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/benreinberg Facebook: https://facebook.com/TheRealBenReinberg Check out Ben’s firm here: https://alliancecgc.com/   Leave a review on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ben-reinberg-i-own- it/id1626923659          

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💬 Get in touch with Mario Canon Instagram: @thisiscanon Twitter: @ThisIsCanon YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MarioCanon1 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OfficalMarioCanon/ 🎧 Stream Mario Canon’s music on Spotify and Apple Music! 👉 https://open.spotify.com/artist/0SmSbCbvt5z1zST9lfvNR2 👉 https://music.apple.com/us/artist/mario-canon/983084430 When you’re at the bottom, there’s no other way to go but up. Growing up in poverty and experiencing a family tragedy, Mario Canon turned to music and entrepreneurship as outlets for his authentic self. Every day, he strives to put out quality content and show up as his best self for his fans. Discover something new as Mario Canon reveals the harsh realities of being an artist, the importance of diversifying your businesses, and why you should start finding your unique gift now. In this episode, Mario Canon highlights: ✅ You don’t have to be a genius to be successful. Take pride in connecting with others and working hard. ✅ Be clear on your vision and choose the career path that matches your skills and strengths. ✅ Put your money in different places, but be strategic about it. ✅ Following the crowd gets you nowhere. Be careful who you spend time with.   ✅ Social media isn’t real, but the people and the emotions exchanged are. Protect your energy as much as possible. ✅ Nothing comes easy. Be ready to put the work in. ✅ Sacrifice now. Get successful quicker. Mario Canon is a recording artist, actor, business mogul, and fitness leader, originally from Springfield, Illinois. You will see him along with the likes of NLE Choppa, Twista, Montana of 300, LaRoyce Hawkins from NBC’s Chicago PD, Bizzy Bone of Bone Thugs & Harmony, and many more. Growing up surrounded by gang culture, he lost two of his closest siblings to gun violence and found his way through entertainment and fitness. He guest-starred on FOX’s “Empire” as Charlie Dupree and has starred in numerous short films. He prides himself on providing powerful music without profanity. Connect with Ben: benreinberg.com Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok: @therealbenreinberg LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/benreinberg Facebook: facebook.com/TheRealBenReinberg Check out Ben’s firm here: https://alliancecgc.com/

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Breaking the generational curse is not an easy feat. With determination and confidence, Dre Evans has transformed his life trajectory by giving his 100% into real estate, naval training, business, writing, and community outreach. Just like him, you can be free of your circumstances – so start owning it! In this episode, Dre Evans highlights: ✅ Visualize your dream life and affirm it. ✅ Go in confidence and faith as you try something new. ✅ The purpose of life is to give back and inspire others. ✅ Life is short. You have to make the most of it. ✅ On any topic, educate yourself first before consulting the experts. ✅ You only got one chance to make a first impression. ✅ Have the confidence to tell people what you don’t know. Dre Evans is a distinguished graduate of the US Naval Academy with a BS in naval architecture and marine engineering. He’s a Harry S. Truman Scholar, an MIT Lincoln Lab fellow, and an Air Force Institute of Technology fellow. He is one of the first Black Plebe Summer Regimental Commanders in USNA history and has served in the Naval Nuclear Power School, the Pentagon, and aboard multiple naval warships. Today, he’s an entrepreneur, podcast host, and public speaker. He shares his experience with violence, real estate, and leadership to inspire people across all cultural backgrounds. Connect with Ben. Website: https://benreinberg.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealbenreinberg/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/realbenreinberg TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therealbenreinberg LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/benreinberg Facebook: https://facebook.com/TheRealBenReinberg Check out Ben’s firm here: https://alliancecgc.com/ Leave a review on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ben-reinberg-i-own-it/id1626923659   💬 Learn more about Dre Evans Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drmultifamily Website: https://drmultifamily.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andremevans/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drmultifamily Twitter: https://twitter.com/drmultifamily TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@drmultifamily Get a FREE copy of Dre Evans’ book, “That’s My Property: How Purpose Turned a Chicago Gang Member Into an Apartment Investor & How You Can Become One Too” https://drmultifamily.com/free-ebooks/ Learn more about Dre Evans’ book, “Prove Them Wrong: Defying All Odds, How a Triplet Survived a Chicago Gang and Graduated From the U.S. Naval Academy” https://www.provethemwrongthebook.com/      

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Have you been feeling out of touch with nature? In this episode of the I Own It podcast, we welcome Nick Cutsumpas a.k.a. Farmer Nick. A full-time plant coach, urban gardener, and landscape designer, he is best known as a host in Netflix’s Instant Dream Home. He is the author of “Plant Coach: The Beginner’s Guide To Caring for Plants and the Planet.” Nick is passionate about all things green. He wants to “give people the knowledge and confidence they need to create their own green spaces” – and you, too, can reap the holistic health benefits of gardening! Starting with one plant can get you going! Are you sick and tired of working in a corporate space all day? Nick recommends giving services in exchange for startup equities. Remember, every day is a chance to make an impact. What kind of footprint do you want to leave in the world? Tune in as Nick Cutsumpas lovingly shares his desire to make the earth greener, why veganism can be a reasonable health route for you, how planting is also meditation, why more failures only bring you closer to success, and letting go of the need for perfection. Timestamps: 00:54 The road to “plantpreneurship” 03:26 Why urban gardening is popular 04:34 Favorite plants and core values in planting 06:17 Veganism and protein sources 08:09 Projects as a plant coach 10:05 Brand building and “Instant Dream Home” 13:39 Give services in exchange for equity 17:06 Nick’s secrets to staying fit 19:05 Baseball and business are no different 21:08 A time when Nick didn’t own it 25:16 Nick’s advice to his 16-year-old self 27:06 What would Nick’s last meal on Earth be? 29:09 Nick’s favorite band Quotations: “Everything in this world is so quick…. and plants are the opposite. You put a seed on the ground. You wait, no matter what… so plants have sort of become a form of meditation for me.” – Nick Cutsumpas “Brand building is something I’m extremely passionate about because I think regardless if you are pursuing it as a full-time career, everyone has a personal brand, whether they realize it or not.” – Nick Cutsumpas “My goal is to never have to go into an office ever again.” – Nick Cutsumpas “Just gardening in general. I’m outside. I’m lifting heavy bags of soil. And once you’ve walked ten bags of soil up a fifth-floor walk-up in Manhattan on a 95- degree day, you don’t need to go to the gym.” – Nick Cutsumpas “If you have a bad day, guess what? You wake up the next day… and you can make it better.” – Ben Reinberg “Be aware of who your employees are. Get to know them personally.” – Ben Reinberg Get in touch with Nick Cutsumpas. Instagram: @farmernick Website: https://www.farmernick.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@farmernick774 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickcutsumpas/ TikTok: @farmer_nick     Order Nick’s book, “Plant Coach: The Beginner’s Guide to Caring for Plants and the Planet”: https://www.farmernick.com/book Connect with Ben: benreinberg.com Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok: @therealbenreinberg LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/benreinberg Facebook: facebook.com/TheRealBenReinberg Check out Ben’s firm here: https://alliancecgc.com/  

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It’s time to bring resistance training into the 21st century. Jon Gregory envisions a world where people can exercise efficiently and take care of their health with a simple, compact tool like Vitruvian’s Trainer+ home gym. Competition isn’t a problem – as Jon has successfully differentiated his company in the saturated fitness market. In this episode, Jon Gregory highlights: ✅ Technology can make fitness and exercise more efficient and adaptive through data collection. ✅ Resistance training and maintaining muscle mass keeps you strong even in old age. ✅ Look for a workout regimen that works best for you. You can do an intense workout in a short amount of time. ✅ Challenges make you stronger. ✅ If you want to live a long, healthy life, eat well so you can train well. ✅ Founding and running a company pushes you to take accountability and own it. ✅ Have faith in yourself. Jon Gregory is the Founder and CEO of Vitruvian, a fitness technology company on a mission to revolutionize resistance training and provide people everywhere with a more effective, engaging, and convenient way to work out. Connect with Ben. Website: https://benreinberg.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealbenreinberg/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/realbenreinberg TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therealbenreinberg LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/benreinberg Facebook: https://facebook.com/TheRealBenReinberg Check out Ben’s firm here: https://alliancecgc.com/ 💬 Learn more about Jon Gregory’s company, Vitruvian. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vitruvian Website: https://vitruvianform.com/ Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-gregory-b5332293/ Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/vitruvianform/                    

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Our relationship with technology has completely changed our lifestyles – for better or worse. Digital Detox CEO Forest Bronzan aims to help people cultivate healthy and balanced relationships with their devices. There’s no need to be anti-tech, but our social interactions no longer have to suffer either.

Let’s own our daily tech use, and be responsible consumers!

In this episode, Forest Bronzan highlights:

✅ Our unhealthy relationship with technology has affected relationships and social skills. ✅ Reflect on your daily interactions. Come up with ways to improve them. ✅ Put phones and other devices away during meals and other social events. ✅ Focus on being present with other people. ✅ Apps and devices are designed to keep you hooked. Create balance and set boundaries to protect your health and overall well-being. ✅ Marketing can be positive when the right ads are targeted to the right people. ✅ Take recruiting and hiring seriously to strengthen your business. ✅ Find mentors and seek help when you need it.

Forest Bronzan is the CEO of Digital Detox and leads global initiatives for digital wellness. Growing the company to a customer base in over 80 countries, and with a deep passion for improving the relationship society has with technology, Forest has spent years deeply involved in research and meeting 1:1 with individuals around the world to study how technology impacts our lives. He works hands-on with the DORA Score development team in building best-in-class assessments.

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💬 Learn more about Forest Bronzan.

Website: https://www.forestbronzan.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/forestbronzan/

Digital Detox Website: https://www.digitaldetox.com/

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Renewable energy is a thriving industry. And companies are racing after the next most efficient, sustainable source. Nanoramic Labs CEO Eric Kish brings to the fore the immense potential of nanocarbon energy storage. He carries his exemplary military service experience to build a brand that is set to last for generations to come.

In this episode, Eric Kish highlights:

✅ Nanocarbon batteries cost 30% less and can run 30-50% more miles. ✅ Hire people more talented than you. ✅ The renewable energy industry is growing. Nanocarbons don’t require external factors to be replenished. ✅ Work on collective readiness. Speak up if you need help and be creative in finding ways to do things better. ✅ You can delegate authority but not responsibility. ✅ Be critical of so-called best practices. Go for what works best for you. ✅ Practice the principle of strategic intent. ✅ Have discipline. Be the driver of your own life.

💪 Connect with Ben Reinberg. Website: https://benreinberg.com

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Get a copy of Eric Kish’s book, “From 5 to 50 to 500: How to Build and Run Scalable Organization” https://www.erickish.us/

💬 Get in touch with Eric Kish. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erickish/

Website: https://www.nanoramic.com/

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Alliance invests in commercial real estate across the US. We focus our investments on net leased properties. Our portfolio includes medical, retail, industrial and office properties. These deals range in value from $1M to $25M. Learn more here: www.alliancecgc.com. 

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