
258. A Multi-Passionate Entrepreneurial Journey with Rachel Capil
07/14/24 • 53 min
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Join us on Average Joe Finances as our guest Rachel Capil shares her journey from starting a photography business nearly 20 years ago to thriving in the real estate market. She discusses the impact of COVID-19 on her businesses, the importance of video content, and the lessons learned from her grandfather about financial literacy and investing. Rachel also delves into the significance of mindset, relationships, and having multiple income streams.
In this episode:
- Explore Rachel’s journey from a passion for photography to a thriving entrepreneurial venture, demonstrating the power of turning a hobby into a profitable business.
- Learn how Rachel successfully transitioned to real estate, leveraging her background in commercial property management and using video marketing and YouTube to grow her business during the pandemic.
- Explore the importance of financial literacy and reinvesting earnings, sharing how early investments led to significant returns.
- Explore the power of a positive mindset and faith in overcoming challenges, as Rachel shared her personal experiences.
- Rachel provided practical advice for entrepreneurs, highlighting the need for backup income, good mentorship, and consistent saving and reinvesting.
- And so much more!
Key Moments:
01:40 Meet Rachel Capil: Entrepreneur and Real Estate Agent
02:36 Rachel's Journey: From Photography to Real Estate
04:12 Navigating the Real Estate Market During COVID
06:20 The Power of Compounding Interest and Financial Literacy
16:07 Balancing Multiple Income Streams and Mindset
21:35 Investing Lessons and the Importance of Ethics
28:18 Intuition and Financial Advisors
28:55 Retirement Goals and Financial Planning
31:13 Materialism and Character
34:46 Financial Mistakes and Lessons Learned
41:38 Real Estate Tips and Strategies
43:37 Mindset and Financial Security
47:07 Recommended Books and Resources
51:29 Closing Thoughts and Contact Information
Find Rachel Capil on:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-capil-44aa039/
Photography Accounts:
Website:
https://www.photobizacademy.com/
https://www.rachelcapilphotography.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rachelcapilphotography/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rachelcapilphotography/
Real Estate Accounts:
Website: https://rachelcapil.kw.com/
Facebook: https://facebook.com/RachelCapilRealEstate/
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rachelcapil
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About Mike: https://mikecavaggioni.com
About Tawnya: https://www.themoneylifecoach.com/
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Join us on Average Joe Finances as our guest Rachel Capil shares her journey from starting a photography business nearly 20 years ago to thriving in the real estate market. She discusses the impact of COVID-19 on her businesses, the importance of video content, and the lessons learned from her grandfather about financial literacy and investing. Rachel also delves into the significance of mindset, relationships, and having multiple income streams.
In this episode:
- Explore Rachel’s journey from a passion for photography to a thriving entrepreneurial venture, demonstrating the power of turning a hobby into a profitable business.
- Learn how Rachel successfully transitioned to real estate, leveraging her background in commercial property management and using video marketing and YouTube to grow her business during the pandemic.
- Explore the importance of financial literacy and reinvesting earnings, sharing how early investments led to significant returns.
- Explore the power of a positive mindset and faith in overcoming challenges, as Rachel shared her personal experiences.
- Rachel provided practical advice for entrepreneurs, highlighting the need for backup income, good mentorship, and consistent saving and reinvesting.
- And so much more!
Key Moments:
01:40 Meet Rachel Capil: Entrepreneur and Real Estate Agent
02:36 Rachel's Journey: From Photography to Real Estate
04:12 Navigating the Real Estate Market During COVID
06:20 The Power of Compounding Interest and Financial Literacy
16:07 Balancing Multiple Income Streams and Mindset
21:35 Investing Lessons and the Importance of Ethics
28:18 Intuition and Financial Advisors
28:55 Retirement Goals and Financial Planning
31:13 Materialism and Character
34:46 Financial Mistakes and Lessons Learned
41:38 Real Estate Tips and Strategies
43:37 Mindset and Financial Security
47:07 Recommended Books and Resources
51:29 Closing Thoughts and Contact Information
Find Rachel Capil on:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-capil-44aa039/
Photography Accounts:
Website:
https://www.photobizacademy.com/
https://www.rachelcapilphotography.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rachelcapilphotography/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rachelcapilphotography/
Real Estate Accounts:
Website: https://rachelcapil.kw.com/
Facebook: https://facebook.com/RachelCapilRealEstate/
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rachelcapil
Average Joe Finances®
All of our social media links and more: https://averagejoefinances.com/links
About Mike: https://mikecavaggioni.com
About Tawnya: https://www.themoneylifecoach.com/
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257. Empowering Financial Independence with Lisa Schader from Money Fit Moms
Join us on Average Joe Finances as our guest Lisa Schader discusses her background and journey towards financial independence, emphasizing the importance of financial education, especially for women. She explores strategies for investing, budgeting, and empowering individuals to take control of their financial future. Lisa also highlights her approach to making financial topics engaging and accessible through her social media platforms and challenges
In this episode:
- Explore the importance of building a supportive financial community, emphasizing a mindset of abundance and shared success over competition.
- Learn the value of living below your means and prioritizing investing during the first ten years of your career, a strategy that helped Lisa and her husband achieve a million-dollar net worth before their forties.
- Empower women through financial knowledge, highlighting its necessity for preparing for unforeseen circumstances and ensuring long-term security.
- Address common financial myths and missteps, such as cash hoarding, and promote leveraging financial technology and robo-advisors for accessible investment management.
- And so much more!
Key Moments:
00:01:37 Special Guest: Lisa Shader from Money Fit Moms
00:03:31 Lisa's Background and Financial Journey
00:05:04 The Basics of Financial Independence
00:09:28 The Power of Early Investing
00:16:04 Empowering Women in Finance
00:22:12 Financial Confidence for Women
00:23:33 The Importance of Financial Awareness
00:26:51 Money Fit Challenge: Step-by-Step Guide
00:30:53 Navigating Financial Conversations in Relationships
00:35:13 Investing Tips and Mistakes to Avoid
Find Lisa Schader on:
Website: https://moneyfitmoms.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moneyfitmoms
Twitter: https://twitter.com/moneyfitmoms
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-schader/
Threads: https://www.threads.net/@moneyfitmoms
Average Joe Finances®
All of our social media links and more: https://averagejoefinances.com/links
About Mike: https://mikecavaggioni.com
About Tawnya: https://www.themoneylifecoach.com/
Show Notes add-on continued here: https://averagejoefinances.com/show-notes/
*DISCLAIMER* https://averagejoefinances.com/disclaimer
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259. Navigating Luxury Real Estate with Nicole Truszkowski
Join us on Average Joe Finances as our guest Nicole Truszkowski shares her extensive experience in real estate, particularly in the luxury market. With over 30 years in the industry, Nicole delves into her transition from sports medicine to real estate, her methods for breaking into high-end markets, and her strategies for maintaining a thriving business. She also discusses her involvement in high-profile transactions, including sales for celebrities like Brad Pitt, and shares valuable tips for aspiring real estate agents.
In this episode:
- Nicole emphasizes building relationships within elite social circles and providing high-touch service and expert knowledge to succeed in high-end real estate.
- Nicole shares her diverse background in sports medicine, business administration, and club management, highlighting how these experiences equipped her with valuable skills for marketing and luxury service in real estate.
- Discover the importance of understanding and adapting to local market nuances, using a calculated approach to study competition and align strategies when moving to a new, affluent market.
- Learn practical advice on financial management, stressing the importance of living within one's means and smartly investing earnings to navigate market fluctuations and ensure business growth.
- And so much more!
Key Moments:
00:01:13 Guest Introduction: Nicole Truskowski
00:01:50 Nicole's Early Career and Transition to Real Estate
00:04:18 Building a Real Estate Career in Sacramento
00:06:10 Transition to Carmel and High-End Real Estate
00:08:21 Challenges and Strategies in High-End Real Estate
00:12:54 Working with Elite Clients
00:17:10 The Realities of High-End Real Estate Transactions
00:22:37 Selling America's Sweetheart's Home
00:23:59 Transitioning to Real Estate Development
00:25:07 Building a High-End Development Team
00:26:58 Challenges in Real Estate Development
00:27:42 Diversification and Financial Strategies
00:29:56 Long-Term Vision and Team Building
00:30:42 Financial Wisdom and Investment Strategies
Find Nicole Truszkowski on:
Website: https://truszkowskifreedman.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nicole.truszkowski/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicole_truszkowski/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicoletruszkowski/
Average Joe Finances®
All of our social media links and more: https://averagejoefinances.com/links
About Mike: https://mikecavaggioni.com
About Tawnya: https://www.themoneylifecoach.com/
Show Notes add-on continued here: https://averagejoefinances.com/show-notes/
*DISCLAIMER* https://averagejoefinances.com/disclaimer
See our full episode transcripts here: https://podcast.averagejoefinances.com/episodes
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