How to Make 2011 Your Greatest Year Ever

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It all starts with setting goals.

… and I know what you’re probably thinking, “Oh noooooo, not goal setting again…”

Yep, goal setting.

Because unless you know where you’re headed, how in the world could you ever get there.

Think about it…

You decide to go on a vacation. What’s the first thing that you have to do? Decide where you’re going. Then, you can backtrack to where you are today and take the steps necessary to get there.

It’s the same thing when planning your life. You must first know where you’re going… so that you can break down the steps to get there and start moving in that direction.

Many people that set goals (a very small % of the population) choose the end of the year as a time to evaluate their lives and recommit to doing whatever it takes to get what they want.

So I thought I’d pass this video by ya where Brian Tracy walks you through a quick goal setting exercise. It’s less than 2 min so go ahead and check ‘er out…

Did you do the exercise?

If not, go ahead and do it now.

THIS is the starting point to all achievement. THIS is the starting point for your greatest year ever… 2011!

If you enjoyed this little segment, you should check out some of Brian Tracy’s other stuff. His books, CDs, and training programs have made a HUGE impact on my life.

My all-time favorite… his book, Maximum Achievement. A masterpiece!

~ Patrick the Great

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When Disaster Strikes: Tough Lessons Learned From The Real Estate Trenches

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I put together a special video for you with all the mistakes that I’ve made in my real estate investing biz over the years so that you can learn from them… and I’ve made some BIG ones.

It’s important to keep in mind that everyone, EVERYONE makes mistakes… doesn’t matter if you’re brand new to real estate investing or if you’re a seasoned veteran.

You’re going to make mistakes… period!

BUT, it’s how you respond, how you react, what you learn… that makes the difference.

I remember when my mentor said that when you’re actively investing in real estate over time… it’s not a matter of “if” someone will file a lawsuit against you (whether it’s a tenant, contractor, seller, lender, etc),  it’s a matter of “when”.

I read about a poll that was done at the end of the nineteenth century. People were asked, “If you were to get rich, become wealthy, how would you do it?”

The answer… build a business.

The same poll was conducted a hundred years later and the answer unfortunately was… sue someone.

… just goes to show how the mindset of the masses has shifted.

In real estate investing, when things go south, it can mean broken agreements, payments falling behind, liens, judgments, foreclosure, bankruptcy.

You’re undoubtedly heard many stories of hardship over the last few years… from huge multi-million and billion dollar real estate investment companies, developers, banks, mortgage companies…

… but regardless of the adversity faced, there are KEY lessons to be learned and leveraged into your next deal, your business, your personal life.

In the video below, I go in-depth explaining specifically the BIG mistakes I’ve made, how I’ve responded, how I’ve weathered the storm… and my hope is that you can experience these through me, learn from them, and avoid them in your own business and life.

This is a very PERSONAL video (and it’s also 25 minutes long)… but please, I urge you to watch this video NOW.

You know, whether you’re just getting started or whether you’re doing a HUGE volume of deals… you’re gonna make mistakes. Everyone does. And that’s ok.

If you’ve had an agreement go south or if you do in the future, don’t be surprised if someone yells “scam” or “lawsuit”! That’s unfortunately hard wired into the minds of the masses these days.

But, hang in there. Take the lessons from this video and apply them in your business, your life.

… and realize that sure… there’s a lot of risk investing in real estate. BUT, there’s also a lot of risk driving your car everyday.

When investing in real estate, take calculated risks. Educate yourself. Surround yourself with a team of experts. Do your due diligence. Learn from other investors. Do the best you can with what you’ve got.

As for me, I’m just gonna keep moving forward. No matter how long, how hard, I will persist until…

Patrick

… aka P-Rid

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One of the Best Videos I’ve Seen This Year

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Not sure about you… but I’m a BIG Tony Robbins fan and eat up everything he puts out.

Well, I was checking out his training blog recently and found a video that you’ve gotta watch. Seriously!

It’s free… and it’s going to help make everything “click” in your mind. So darn simple… but it’s gonna make a huge difference in the way you approach things… especially reaching your goals.

Just an FYI, it’s not about real estate at all… but I couldn’t not (like that double negative :-) send it to you because this is the #1 root of why most people don’t make it in real estate… and it’s an easy fix which Tony goes over.

And he’s spot on when he talks about what’s the difference between two people when they both get the same course, learn the same stuff, etc… and one makes it and one doesn’t. It’s not about potential, or resources, etc. He shows what it is in the diagram he scribbles out and how to make sure you’re the one who makes it.

Thought you’d enjoy it…

Tags: frank kern, john reese, motivational video, Personal Development, tony robbins
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Susan Lassiter-Lyons – The Best and Brightest Women in Real Estate Investing

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This week, Susan Lassiter-Lyons – The $24 Million Dollar Woman – is bringing us our final segment, Part 8 of MustKnowInvesting.com’s “Best and Brightest Women in Real Estate Investing” series.

New to the series? Start w/ the introduction.

It’s been quite a ride so far… over 200 comments, over 200 people have shared it on Facebook, not to mention all the tweets.

And before we dive in today, just wanted to say “Thanks!” for your active participation in the series.

We – myself and all the “Best and Brightest” women – appreciate you :-)

Alrighty, now for our final segment  with Susan Lassiter-Lyons…

I’ve had the great pleasure to get to know Susan both personally and professionally over the last couple years. Susan joined the Private Money Blueprint faculty back in the fall of ‘08. And as many of your know, we had our Getting the Money Bootcamp this past June in Denver (her home town… which I LOVE by the way!).

And lemme tell ya, Susan knows her stuff! I’ve learned a TON from her.

Here’s a little background info…

Susan began investing in real estate in 1994 and owned a mortgage company for 7 years where she specialized in residential, commercial, and hard money financing for real estate investors. And get this… she’s participated in over 600 investment deals and since 2006 has raised over $24 million in private money for real estate syndicates.

Pretty incredible, ehhh?

Well, Susan’s about to tell you all about how she went from being a corporate drone to becoming The $24 Million Dollar Woman… and she’s gonna share her “secrets” of success.

Susan Lassiter-Lyons | Best and Brightest Women in Real Estate Investing

Without further ado…

Great video Susan! Thanks so much for sharing your secrets :-)

Connect with “Best and Brightest” Susan Lassiter-Lyons

It’s often said “it’s not what you know but who you know that makes the difference.”

So, get to know Susan by connecting below…

Friend Up on Facebook

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Your FREE Real Estate Investing Resource Download

Susan has gone the extra mile and is donating two killer resources to you.

As she mentioned in her video, you’re gonna not only get her 88 page Mortgage Secrets for Real Estate Investors eBook. You also get a 90 minute training Susan put together for her blog, The Investor Insights, called The 3 C’s: Credibility, Confidence, and Contacts.

Click below to grab your copy of Mortgage Secrets for Real Estate Investors:

And here’s the link to download the 3 C’s video:

The 3 C’s: Credibility, Confidence, And Contacts

A BIG thank you goes out to Susan and all the “Best and Brightest” for making this an awesome kick butt series.

Like always, we LOVE feedback from y’all. If you enjoyed this post and the series, click the Facebook “Like” button and leave your thoughts and questions in the comment area.

Happy Investing!

~ Patrick

… aka P-Rid

P.S. – Here are the links to the series for you:

Julie Broad | Esi Benedict | Shae Bynes | Christina Mellott | Stephani Davis | Surprise Special Guest | Rachel Hernandez | Susan Lassiter-Lyons

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Christina Mellott – The Best and Brightest Women in Real Estate Investing

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This week in Part 4 of “The Best and Brightest Women in Real Estate Investing” series, we’ve got Christina Mellott with us – The Real Estate Investor Mom. She has an AMAZING story to share with you today. Prepare to be inspired!

But, before we get to that…

Are you new to the series? If so, start with the introduction.

Here’s a taste of what Christina is about to share with you:

=> Why she was stuck in the “procrastination zone” for years and NEVER did anything

=> How her husband (unfortunately) lost his job last year and could no longer pay the bills

=> The PIVOTAL decision that kept her kids (3 and 8 yrs old) out of day care and in The Real Estate Mom’s care

=> The exact system Christina used to get her first deal at 52 cents on the dollar!

=> What *magic ingredient* allowed her to pocket a cool $12,000 in cash profits

=> 4 tips to take immediate control of your future as a real estate investor

=> and much more!

Gather round and listen close as Christina peals back the curtain and shows you her path to real estate riches…

Christina Mellott | Best and Brightest Women in Real Estate Investing

Alrighty Christina, we’re all ears…

Isn’t that INCREDIBLE?

… and you heard her, she said, “This business really honestly does work… you can make money out of nothing with real estate investing.”

So, YOU can do this!

Connect with “Best and Brightest” Christina Mellott

It’s time to get connected with Christina and take her advice, “Make connections on Facebook. There’s some phenomenal real estate people on Facebook who are more than happy to help you and answer your questions.”

She’s big into using social media. So, why don’t you model success and get connected by clicking below…

Friend Up on Facebook

Follow on Twitter

Subscribe to YouTube Channel

Your FREE Real Estate Investing Resource Download

And yes, we’ve got another incredible resource that our “Best and Brightest” has donated to you. It’s Christina’s list of go-to real estate investing resources (which are mostly free or low cost).

She starts off by telling you how to get over your fears and actually get started and then gives ya resources on private money, wholesaling, short sales, probate, money sources, marketing, and more.

Grab your copy NOW! Click Below!

(if it doesn’t automatically download, right click the image and click “Save as …”)

Well that about does it, but before you go…

Let’s show Christina some love. Click the Facebook “Like” button at the top of this post AND leave a comment… it could be just a quick “thank you for sharing your story” or some feedback, questions, thoughts or just how you feel.

Thanks :-)

~ Patrick

… aka P-Rid

P.S. – Here are the links to the series for you:

Julie Broad | Esi Benedict | Shae Bynes | Christina Mellott | Stephani Davis | Surprise Special Guest | Rachel Hernandez | Susan Lassiter-Lyons

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