Are you looking to make money with your passion? Starting a business focused on what you love is a fantastic way to earn revenue while doing something that makes you happy. Whether it be coaching, custom artwork, or consulting services, the possibilities are endless if you believe in yourself and are ready to put in the effort. You can set yourself apart from competitors by utilizing your skills, enthusiasm, and knowledge of the subject matter to build an incredible brand.
To make your business dreams a reality however, you need to do more than just be passionate and driven. It is also essential to cultivate strong relationships with those around you - your employees, customers, investors, and vendors. These relationships can provide you with the necessary support and resources to make your business dreams come true. Additionally, creating a great culture and workspace can help attract high-quality talent that will keep your business running smoothly.
In this episode, Eric Estevez, an experienced leader with 14 years of experience in two Fortune 50 companies, shares his journey of becoming an entrepreneur and growing a team that generated $100 million in revenue and attained the top 1% income earner in the US over four years. Listen to Eric as he discusses the challenges and lessons he's learned along the way.
Snapshot of the Key Points from the Episode:
[02:35] Eric’s backstory and his journey in entrepreneurship.
[04:58] How to create a business from your passion.
[07:20] Three key lessons will help entrepreneurs in their business practice. Why is reverse engineering essential for business success?
[13:27] Eric’s superpowers that he brings to the business table.
[16:40] How can business leaders create a culture and workspace where people want to come and work?
[18:51] The biggest mistake that employers make.
[21:23] Eric’s greatest achievements in life. His greatest challenges and how he overcame them.
[27:11] How making your rock bottom can be your greatest moment.
[30:46] What does working from your happy place mean to Eric?
About Eric Estevez: -
Eric Estevez graduated from the University of Miami with a degree in International Finance and Marketing and was a 14-year leadership veteran for two Fortune 50 companies (Target and Walmart). While there, he started exploring entrepreneurial opportunities. He wrote a children's book, flipped mobile apps, and then started investing in real estate, which led him to leave his corporate job and start a mortgage lending branch with his father.
Within four years, he built a team that produced $100 Million in revenue and reached the top 1% income earner in the US. He is now building other businesses while working from home, one of them being a VA Outsourcing company and another, a music management company, to help his daughter, a music recording artist.
How to connect with Eric Estevez:
Website: https://www.ericestevezthelender.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theericestevez/
About the Host -
Belinda Ellsworth is a Speaker, Trainer, Best-Selling Author, and Podcaster
She has been a professional speaker, mover, and shaker for more than 25 years. Having built three successful companies, she has helped thousands of entrepreneurs make better decisions, create successful systems, and build business strategies using her "Four Pillars of Success" system.
Belinda has always had a passion and zest for life with the skill for turning dreams into reality.
How to Connect with Belinda:
Facebook -https://www.facebook.com/workfromyourhappyplace
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/belindaellsworth
Instagram -https://www.instagram.com/workfromyourhappyplace/
Website - www.workfromyourhappyplace.com
Quotes:
“Partnerships are your greatest assets in your business practice.”
“Culture is the key to hiring people and keeping a healthy workspace.”
