Lessons Learned from Losing $50 Million: Rod Khleif on the Art of True Fulfillment

In this episode, real estate legend Rod Khleif sits down with host Dave to share a powerful story of entrepreneurial grit, transformation, and fulfillment spanning nearly five decades.

Rod reveals his journey from humble immigrant beginnings, shopping at expired food stores and wearing hand-me-downs, to building an empire of thousands of rental units and navigating the devastating loss of $50M during the 2008 financial crisis. He discusses the key mindset breakthroughs, practical business systems, and the importance of mentorship that fueled his 10x growth early on. You’ll also hear insightful discussion about overcoming limiting beliefs, the real value of goal setting, and why aligning your personal strengths is critical to scaling your business.

This conversation goes beyond just success stories; Rod and Dave dive into how to create meaning through giving back, developing true resilience, and finding fulfillment in both business and life. Perfect for motivated entrepreneurs ready to take bold new action and elevate not only profits but their sense of purpose as well.

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