“I’m also a big believer in not staying anywhere longer than you feel you’re meant to be there. It's my five year vision. I recalibrate my five year vision every single year.” —Matt Aitchison

In this conversation, Matt Aitchison opens up about his relationship with his father, how his early experiences influence his current life, and his approaches to parenting and business. He shares key insights on personal development, family values, and the critical importance of being an engaged father and husband. We'll also explore his strategies in time management, homeschooling, and making principled business decisions.

Discover how Matt aligns his actions with core values, balances family with business, and leads by example, emphasizing communication, behavior modeling, and family involvement in decision-making. Plus, get a glimpse into his real estate expertise and his strategic exit from hotel investments.

Takeaways

- Overcame troubled youth to success

- Progressed from cold caller to investor

- Setting core family values

- Uses frameworks for decision-making

- Balances success with family life

And much more!

Connect with Matt:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/officialmattya/

Millionaire Mindcast Podcast: https://www.millionairemindcast.com/

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/maitchison

Personal Account: https://mattaitchison.com/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@buildingwealthwithmattya

[00:00:00] Intro

[00:01:00] Matt's early aspirations

[00:02:00] Personal challenges faced

[00:03:00] Real estate beginnings

[00:05:00] Importance of balance

[00:09:00] Parenting insights

[00:15:00] Personal growth

[00:16:00] Post-jail changes

[00:17:00] New life standards

[00:18:00] Career and family path

[00:19:00] Dad's influence revisited

[00:20:00] Crucial life decisions

[00:21:00] Business and personal frameworks

[00:22:00] Implementing life strategies

[00:23:00] Preparing kids for future

[00:25:00] Family values reinforcement

[00:28:00] Early GoBundance influence

[00:29:00] Kids' integration in decisions

[00:30:00] Family and business management

[00:31:00] Family-focused discussions

[00:32:00] Relationship recharges

[00:33:00] Communication in marriage

[00:34:00] Feedback from family

[00:35:00] Family board meetings

[00:38:00] Family time prioritization

[00:39:00] Parenting in modern times

[00:40:00] Work-family balance

[00:41:00] Long-term family goals

[00:42:00] Aligning decisions with values

[00:43:00] Time value with kids

[00:46:00] Kids' independence

[00:47:00] Travel impacts on family

[00:48:00] Managing family commitments

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Join Harvey Yergin as he discusses the profound journey of connecting deeply with his children, navigating the challenges of parenting shaped by generational trauma, and his professional life as an EOS implementer. Harvey shares how applying EOS tools has transformed his personal and professional life.

Learn how to enhance communication, focus on core goals, and build stronger family bonds. Discover the impact of mentorship and planning on achieving long-term success. This video is a must-watch if you're an entrepreneur looking to streamline your business and achieve growth.

From narrowing his focus and applying EOS tools to his personal life to enhancing communication with his spouse and involving his kids in his work, Harvey shares a holistic view of integrating life and work principles. Discover how he mentors his children, plans meaningful family trips, and aligns his family’s goals and values through a vision traction organizer.

Additional key insights:

- Generational trauma influences parenting.

- Apologies strengthen child relationships.

- Create safe spaces for open communication.

- Focus narrowly on boosting productivity.

- Filter decisions through core focus.

- Personal accountability drives growth.

- Accountability charts enhance organizational clarity.

- Apply EOS tools to family planning.

- Mentorship enriches children's lives.

- Overnight trips build parent-child bonds.

- Discuss work openly with children.

- Enhance spouse communication for growth.

- Align goals with values for fulfillment.

- Facilitate future-focused family conversations.

- Involve family in vision and planning.

Timestamps:

00:00 Background Introduction

01:40 Fatherhood Influence

06:07 Fatherhood Insecurities

08:57 Parental Impact

11:18 It Didn't Start With You

13:08 Fatherhood Takeaways

14:18 Family Connections

22:01 Fatherhood Growth

26:27 Entrepreneurship Shift

30:22 Becoming EOS Implementer

32:36 Ideal EOS Clients

34:43 Real Estate & EOS Balance

35:30 Focus Refinement

36:03 Decision-Making Focus

37:06 Accountability Realization

38:01 Clarity via Accountability

39:01 Work-Life Balance

40:15 EOS in Personal Life

41:21 Mentoring for Kids

43:29 CEO Parenting

44:26 Family Vision Creation

45:38 Family Goals Involvement

48:05 Child-Focused Trips

49:12 Work-Kid Communication

51:29 Direct Child Communication

56:15 Spouse Communication

59:30 Fatherhood Growth

01:00:00 Dad Lessons

01:00:37 Vision with Spouse

01:01:11 Family in Growth

01:02:33 Vision for Future

01:03:48 Spousal Goals

01:04:45 Priorities Understanding

01:05:12 Goals-Values Alignment

01:06:06 Future Discussions

01:07:19 Values Sharing

01:08:12 Goal Crafting

01:09:08 Goal Filtering

01:10:16 Life Alignment

01:11:48 Vision Setting

01:12:19 Kids in Goal Setting

01:13:03 Kids in Values

01:14:19 Health-Family Balance

01:17:09 Trip Planning

01:18:00 Paris Planning

01:23:08 Business Goals

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"You have to live by core values, treat people the right way, and do the right things in life." —Tony Johnson

Tony Johnson shares his personal experiences and the lessons he's learned on the road to success, all while highlighting the importance of not letting professional achievements overshadow family connections.

Tony discusses opportunities in real estate, particularly office spaces, comparing the 2007 financial crisis to today's market. He emphasizes goal-setting, system implementation, and task delegation, and shares how he discusses work with his kids using the Culture Index. Tony concludes by highlighting the value of gratitude and personal growth over comparisons.

Tony Johnson founded Timeless Properties Construction Co in 2007, developing it into a leader in commercial construction in eastern North Carolina with over $160 million in volume. In 2022, he launched Timeless Capital Investments LLC to enhance commercial real estate investments. He also produces Carolina Commercial Real Estate Connection, a platform for real estate discussions. A dedicated father of four, Tony is committed to community improvement and enjoys coaching soccer and other outdoor activities.

Additional key insights:

- Values strong business relationships.

- Prioritizes goal-setting and seizing opportunities.

- Applies Culture Index in business and family.

- Emphasizes gratitude and self-improvement.

- Focuses on building children's self-confidence.

- Sees potential in office space investments.

- Sees children’s sports as character building.

- Stresses learning from business failures.

And much more!

Timestamps:

00:00 - Family Introduction

01:25 - Reflections on Parenthood

03:21 - Parenting Insights

06:09 - Upbringing and Styles

08:16 - Dad and Me

10:46 - Father's Early Life

12:24 - Kids and Sports

16:17 - Pushing Sports on Son

18:55 - Communicating with Kids

22:45 - Avoiding Negative Influences

25:01 - Discussing Drinking Risks

36:59 - Career Shift to Development

37:27 - From Bartending to Building

40:07 - Construction Industry Entry

42:33 - Financial Collapse Impact

45:34 - Comparing Market Collapses

48:26 - Real Estate Opportunities

50:29 - Office Space Potential

56:02 - Setting Goals

01:07:57 - Discussing Work with Kids

01:10:39 - Culture Index in Business

01:13:34 - Gratitude for Achievements

01:14:04 - Valuing Family Time

01:17:45 - Quality Time Importance

01:19:16 - Fambundance Insights

01:22:50 - Goal Setting Power

01:27:07 - Reality Manifestation

01:30:09 - Balancing Family and Success

Connect with Tony Johnson:

Website: https://timelesspropertiescc.com/

Email: tony@timelesspropertiescc.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthony-johnson-897255231/

FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/TimelessProperties/?fref=ts

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/timelesspropertiescc/

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Chase Calhoun, a real estate investor and general contractor, draws inspiration from his childhood at a mountain cabin with his father. He incorporates his family into his travels and business, teaching them about diverse experiences and goal-setting. After exploring various careers post-college, he settled into real estate and construction.

In a discussion with his friend Adam, they delve into why some children avoid family businesses, citing negative experiences. They emphasize the importance of being present, limiting phone use, and safely integrating technology in family settings. They also plan to enhance their children’s exposure to different cultures through travel, aiming to balance work and family life effectively.

Some highlights from our call:

"It's important that we give our kids the freedom to learn—but we also protect them as much as we can." —Chase Calhoun

Additional key insights:

- Family memories inspire goals

- Family in business and travel

- Teach kids financial literacy

- Follow passion for fulfillment

- Involve kids in business

- Business participation is optional

- Balance work and family

- Prioritize presence over distractions

- Protect kids online

- Travel teaches cultural appreciation

And much more!

Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction

09:23 Family Memories

11:44 Family in Business

23:01 Career Transition

26:28 Child Development

37:20 Business Scaling

44:29 Property Management

50:24 Kids in Business

53:32 Work-Family Balance

57:15 Minimizing Distractions

01:01:07 Online Safety

01:11:59 Family Travel

01:14:14 Work-Life Balance

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Email: chasecalhoun.realestate@gmail.com

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In this episode, Alan Underwood shares his experiences growing up, focusing on his family's influence, especially that of his grandfather. He discusses the importance of instilling values in children, such as love for God, country, self, and others. Alan highlights the significance of intentional experiences and family traditions in shaping one's character. He talks about the need for establishing identity and setting goals, teaching children to choose their identity, creating a vision for the family, and empowering children to make choices about their future.

Alan also emphasizes the value of intentional family time and the visualization of wealth. He shares insights into finding work-life balance, recognizing and correcting bad habits in children, and the importance of working smart and outsourcing tasks. The episode also covers involving children in the business and concludes with Alan's work with Angel Flight West, where he combines passion and service, significantly impacting people's lives.

Some highlights from our call:

"I've got to do everything I can to instill the values that I believe are important—it's love of God, love of country, love of self, and love of others. And if I can teach those things, then I think I've done my job." —Alan Underwood

Additional key insights:

- Alan's diverse business ventures

- Family and grandfather's significant impact

- Values: God, country, self, and others

- Experiences and traditions shape identity

- Angel Flight West aids in need

- Involved in disaster relief missions

- Operates on donations, extensive aid

- Passion and service in charities

And much more!

Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction

03:15 Business Ventures

08:50 Family Influence

12:05 Car Dealership Insights

16:26 Restaurant Industry Experiences

20:23 Grandfather's Lessons

24:34 Homeschooling Values

29:26 Love and Values

33:35 Family Traditions

39:14 Values and Behavior

42:07 Identity Goals

43:21 Choosing Identity

45:15 Family Vision

46:13 Empowering Choices

47:03 Family Visualization

48:26 Work-Life Balance

49:49 Life-Changing Power

50:18 Correcting Habits

52:22 Business-Family Balance

54:48 Smart Working

56:18 Children in Business

58:26 Business Education

01:00:46 Hiring Strengths

01:06:59 Angel Flight Involvement

01:21:45 Angel Flight Camps

01:23:07 Missions and Relief

01:24:05 Donation Impacts

01:26:11 Service Passion

01:28:18 Closing Remarks

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Instagram: https://instagram.com/thealanunderwood?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

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"At the end of the day, those little things that you do—are what the kids are going to remember, like taking the time to play Monopoly Lithium or learn a new board game." — Steve Blentlinger

Steve Blentlinger, a seasoned entrepreneur and project manager in construction, details his path from growing up on an Illinois farm, where he learned the value of hard work from his parents, to becoming a key figure in the industry.

Steve began his career in construction, eventually co-founding Payline Data, a credit card processing company, and exploring real estate development. After selling Payline, he faced a pivotal choice between continuing in construction or exploring new ventures. Choosing to stick with his roots, Steve relaunched his construction company.

He highlights the crucial role of assembling a supportive team and the impact of personal health, particularly sleep, on professional success. Throughout, Steve stresses the importance of family, fostering connections, and sharing knowledge, underscoring his belief in the role of teaching beyond traditional educational settings.

Additional key insights:

- Learned work ethic from farmers.

- Values family, supported by wife.

- Relaunched construction firm, explores ventures.

- Driven by vision and growth.

- Implements EOS for efficiency.

- Hires right, delegates effectively.

- Integrates kids into business.

- Prioritizes health and sleep.

- Focuses on family time and travel.

- Exposes kids to diverse cultures.

- Teaches kids work ethic and resilience.

- Shares knowledge, teaches broadly.

And much more!

Chapters:

00:00 Intro & Family

09:25 Education & Career

26:49 Company Acquisition

35:00 Importance of Systems

46:06 Vision & Passion

55:57 Balancing Family & Work

01:04:14 Creating Memories

01:14:30 Connecting with Kids

01:29:39 Teaching Hard Work

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Twitter: https://twitter.com/sblentlinger

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/sblentlinger

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sblentlinger/

Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/redwoodbuilt/

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In this episode, Carlos Rovira discusses his upbringing in a Cuban immigrant family and its influence on his conservative business approach. He describes his shift from Yahoo to real estate investment, starting with a duplex and expanding to a property portfolio. He talks about his hiring practices, the importance of team selection, and his commercial real estate ambitions.

Carlos also shares his lack of financial education as a child and his efforts to teach his children about debt, leverage, and interest. He emphasizes the balance between work and family life, influenced by his background, and his parenting style.

Finally, he highlights the importance of self-care and relationships, and his new hobby of flying.

Some highlights from our call:

“If you're not healthy yourself, you're not going to be able to serve others at your fullest potential…" — Carlos Rovira

Additional key insights:

- Immigrant family influence

- Impact of "Rich Dad Poor Dad"

- Importance of hiring right

- Using recruiters

- Creating systems

- Open communication

- Setting clear goals

- Investment searching

- Teaching children financial literacy

- Prioritizing self-care

- Pursuing hobbies

And much more!

Timestamps:

00:00 Intro and Background

09:26 Early Influences

18:14 Career Shift to Real Estate

25:52 Employee Management

35:38 Business Expansion Goals

38:14 Real Estate with Kids

42:14 Properties in Miami & Kansas City

49:00 Financial Education

53:30 Work-Family Balance

57:30 Childhood Influences

01:04:30 Self-Care & Relationships

01:09:30 Flying Hobby

01:11:46 Pilot License Journey

01:12:24 Flying Challenges & Rewards

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LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/roviraco

Twitter: https://twitter.com/thecarlosrovira

Instagram: https://instagram.com/thecarlosrovira

Email: carlos@rovirarealty.com

Rovira Realty: https://www.facebook.com/rovirapm

Website: https://rovirapropertymanagement.com/

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Anthony Vigilante shares how growing up with a distant father influenced his approach to fatherhood, emphasizing intentionality and self-improvement. He shifted from corporate life to real estate to be closer to his family, finding closure and understanding after reconnecting with his father two decades later. He stresses the importance of understanding, forgiveness, continuous learning through books and groups, and engaging with his children in meaningful ways.

Balancing work and family, he aims to instill a work ethic and perseverance in his kids, encouraging them to explore both corporate and entrepreneurial paths. Anthony highlights the crucial role of fathers, advocating for active participation and shared hobbies to foster strong parent-child bonds.

Some highlights from our call:

“Reconnecting with my dad was a realization of the importance of family." - Anthony Vigilante

Additional key insights:

- Focus on intentional parenting

- Family history shapes parenting

- Reconnect with family for healing

- Value forgiveness and understanding

- Choose careers that enhance family time

- Seek parenting insights from books and groups

- Balance work-life; teach work ethic

- Use daily activities for learning

- Encourage kids' interests in all career paths

- Enjoy shared activities

And much more!

Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction and Background

13:20 Understanding and Forgiving His Dad

30:46 Anthony's Approach to Fatherhood

38:53 The Joy of Spending Time with Children

48:54 Teaching Work Ethic and Determination

56:37 Leading by Example and Finding Teaching Moments

01:05:36 Supporting Children's Happiness and Aspirations

01:13:31 The Influence of Society and Media

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