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Our guest for today is the CEO of Voltage Digital Marketing, Neil Twa who has built over 500+ Amazon FBA e-commerce businesses since 2012.

Listen in as Neil discussed:

• The state of the market with e-commerce.
• What Fulfillment by Amazon means.
• Constraints in the e-commerce business.
• What is almost automated income?
• Partnering with their done for you program.
• Product ratings and recommendations.

Neil also discussed how to market to buyers who buy from Amazon. 

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Neil: Explore e-commerce strategies with our free resource available at https://voltagedm.com/free-book and use code “LANDGEEK” so the first 10 folks grab a copy for free. This book introduces principles for leveraging IBC policies to finance e-commerce ventures, helping readers expand into virtual real estate and diversify revenue streams.

Mark: Learn more and go to VoltageDM.com

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Our guest for today is Jim Manning the CEO of Doorway Properties and host of the Passive Wealth Show who founded two real estate funds and three real estate companies.

Listen in as Jim discussed:

• Working for a billionaire.
• When he started being a real estate investor.
• Where he gets his passive income.
• What to look for in a business partner.
• How he navigated through the recession.
• His higher calling.

Jim also discussed how we can align our faith, values, and investments. 

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Jim: Focus on peak performance with “Relentless Solution Focus.” Dr. Jason Salk’s book, Relentless Solution Focus, offers a powerful framework to understand the patterns behind peak performance and to identify solutions when feeling stuck. It’s a valuable resource for boosting self-awareness and resilience, essential for any entrepreneur navigating highs and lows.

Mark: Build a passive income with Passive Wealth Show. Explore Passive Wealth Show for insights on investment strategies that generate a steady income stream—a great resource for diversifying financial growth while pursuing entrepreneurial goals.

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Our guest for today is Kim Sumner a recent Land Geek coaching graduate who created $10,000 a month in passive income doing the land business part-time.

Listen in as Kim discussed:

• How she discovered land investing.
• Her biggest fear or doubt about Flight School.
• Her favorite deal.
• How she balanced her family, full-time job, and the land business.
• Her first wins.
• How passive income made a difference in her life.
• How Flight School and Coaching made her success possible.
• Her advice for those who think joining the land business is a big risk.

Kim also shared her growth and expansion plan and how she got her nickname. 

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Kim: Simplify your meal planning with PlanToEat.com. This tool lets you organize recipes, schedule meals, and generate shopping lists—saving you time and energy to focus more on your business.

Mark: Connect with fellow entrepreneurs by joining our Mighty Networks or Facebook community. Don’t hesitate to reach out for advice and support—it can accelerate your business growth just like it did for Kim.

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In today’s Roundtable episode, Mark and the Geeks talk about why they chose land investing over other real estate investment opportunities.

Listen in as the geeks discussed:

• Why land investing?
• Land business vs. Long term rentals.
• Land flipping vs. House flipping.
• Less risk in land investing.
• The emphasis on processes.
• Land investing vs. the corporate world.

Mark also discussed the benefit of having the Land Geek community. 

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Stephanie: Read The Gifts of Imperfection by Brene Brown. Dive into how vulnerability and letting go of unrealistic expectations can positively impact your business and personal relationships. Brene’s work encourages you to embrace your true self, making authentic connections with others.

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Our guest for today is a Flight School graduate and star student of the Land Geek Coaching program, Dana Mace.

Listen in as Dana discussed:

• How she came into land investing.
• Her favorite deal.
• Her biggest challenge in the land business.
• Her Flight School experience.
• Why she joined the coaching program.
• What she would have done differently.
• How she keeps her sanity.

Dana also discussed how her life has changed since she got into land investing. 

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Dana: Read Dirt Rich by Mark Podolsky, and apply its strategies to change your life. Leverage the practical insights from the book to start your journey toward passive income with land investing.

Mark: Check out Dana’s work at buylotsofgoodness.com. Explore how she’s making land investing simple and effective, and see how you can apply her methods to grow your own portfolio.

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In today’s Roundtable episode, Mark and the Geeks talk about how much work it takes to succeed in the land business.

Listen in as they discuss:

• Putting in the reps.
• Desiring a better life.
• Showing up and doing the work.
• Learning how to be good at land investing.

They also discussed the importance of focusing on a single goal and being resilient.

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Jeff: Refine your pricing strategy by offering tiered options. Implement a “good-better-best” pricing model on your website to provide potential customers with choices, increasing the likelihood of a sale. This approach helps guide customers toward decisions without needing extensive sales conversations.

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In today’s Roundtable episode, Mark and Tate walk down memory lane and discuss their earliest land deals.

Listen in as Mark and Tate discussed:

• Their first land deal experience.
• $50,000 lesson.
• Analysis paralysis.
• Why are people fearful?

Mark and Tate also shared why mentorship is important for us to reach our goals. 

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Tate: Download TalkTastic (available for Mac users) to streamline your writing process. This free app allows you to dictate text, transcribe it, and then use AI to clean up your draft. It’s perfect for entrepreneurs who prefer talking over typing—boost productivity in writing emails, documents, or book drafts by using this tool across applications like Google Docs or Slack.

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Our guest for today is another Land Geek Flight School and Coaching client who has gone through the trials and tribulations of the land investing journey, Cheryl Paulsen.

Listen in as Cheryl discussed:

• How she found the Land Geek
• How Flight School helped her to be successful
• What made her want to go to coaching
• How she grew her team and her business
• What coaching really is
• Her favorite deal
• 25 deals in her 1st year
• How her life changed in 18 months
• The love of her life

Mark and Cheryl also discussed how the land business is a numbers game. 

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Cheryl: Embrace self-reflection by reading The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz. Focus on being impeccable with your word, not taking things personally, and always doing your best. These principles can transform your personal and business relationships, building trust and improving your effectiveness in sales.

Mark: Share your lists or properties on Landmodo.com, and check out Cheryl’s properties on there. Additionally, enhance your marketing by experimenting with AI tools like ChatGPT and Claude.ai. Use these tools to draft marketing copy, but remember they’ll only get you 80% of the way. Always review and refine before using the output to save time while maintaining quality.

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Our guest for today is the CEO of Small Pond Enterprises and the host of the Access to Anyone Podcast which explores how you can get to know anyone you want to in business and in life using everything from the latest technology to the most time-tested principles.

Listen in as Michael discussed:

• The journey from high school teacher to Broadway producer
• Getting someone comfortable in something uncomfortable
• His favorite lifeguard question
• How to connect without being awkward
• What makes someone referable

Michael also shares what AIM and LESS mean. 

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Michael: Leverage the indirect ask. Instead of directly asking for something, approach your request by seeking ideas or feedback. This method encourages creativity and often leads to unexpected opportunities, like valuable connections or resources. Try it the next time you need help with a challenge!

Mark: Measure your brand’s referability. Visit myreferabilityrater.com to get an actionable score on how referable your brand is. This tool will help you assess areas like accessibility, which are key to growing your business through word-of-mouth marketing.

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Our guest for today is Kirk Peart, a land investor and our latest Land Geek coach sharing his land investing journey.

Listen in as Mark and Kirk discussed:

• Fear, Uncertainty & Doubt (FUD)
• Dirty, Ugly & Scared (DUS)

Mark and Kirk also shared that nothing worth doing is easy. 

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Kirk: Embrace the dip. Read The Dip by Seth Godin to understand how persistence through challenging phases can lead to success. This book reminds you that the toughest parts of your journey are opportunities for growth—commit to pushing through for the reward on the other side.

Mark: Explore the power of belonging. Check out Tribe: On Homecoming and Belonging by Sebastian Junger. This book explores the profound sense of connection and purpose found in adversity and community, offering powerful insights for those navigating challenges in both business and life.

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