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The Journey of Focused Entrepreneurship: From Real Estate to Podcasting with Chris Powers

Conrad Madsen Season 2 Episode 1

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In this episode, Chris shares his evolution from a young, ambitious entrepreneur purchasing his first rental house during his freshman year of college to managing a large portfolio of industrial properties across Texas and Florida. The conversation touches on his formative years in El Paso, his collegiate experiences at TCU, and his eventual pivot to Class B industrial properties. Chris also emphasizes the importance of staying focused, introduces key mentors who shaped his career, and talks about the unexpected successes of his business podcast, ‘The Fort’. Additionally, he shares a wild real estate story involving African killer bees and reflects on the impact of podcasting on his professional network. Chris also highlights significant charities he supports and delves into personal life anecdotes, such as his top musicians and the importance of balancing business with personal interests.


Timestamps:


00:00 The Challenge of Staying Focused in Business

00:55 A Warm Welcome and Setting the Scene

02:14 From El Paso to Lubbock: Early Life and Education

05:22 College Years: The Birth of an Entrepreneur

14:02 Transitioning to Commercial Real Estate

18:45 The Rise of a Real Estate Mogul

20:34 The Power of Focus and Key Influences

24:11 Venturing into the Podcast World

27:22 Reflecting on Early Podcast Episodes

27:58 Research and Preparation for Interviews

29:11 The Evolution and Impact of the Podcast

30:37 Building a Network Through Social Media

33:13 Memorable Guests and Episodes

40:25 Challenges and Unexpected Stories

46:25 C-Suite Closers: Quickfire Questions

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