

Don Wenner - Founder and CEO of DLP Capital | TLS248
10 snips Mar 14, 2023
Don Wenner, Founder and CEO of DLP Capital, shares his journey in transforming workforce housing through his company, which boasts $4 billion in assets under management. He reveals his five keys to success, emphasizing intentionality and a growth mindset as essential traits for aspiring entrepreneurs. Don discusses the complexities of raising $474 million in just one year and provides insights on building lasting partnerships in large-scale investments. His strategies offer a roadmap for creating a high-growth, high-profit organization in real estate.
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Sponsor's Leadership Crisis
- A sponsor growing quickly called Don Wenner in a panic, unable to make payroll and overwhelmed by leadership struggles.
- Don helped him focus on hiring and operations, realizing sponsors often need leadership development more than capital.
Five Keys to Success
- Don Wenner attributes his success to a mix of faith, natural drive, and intentional personal development.
- He identifies five keys to a successful life: intentionality, purpose, clear goals, grit, and a growth mindset.
Building Grit and Growth Mindset
- Praise children for effort and behaviors, not just talent or results, to build grit.
- Teach growth mindset by framing failures as learning opportunities and focusing on improvement over time.