The C-Suite Show The Journey of Focused Entrepreneurship: From Real Estate to Podcasting with Chris Powers
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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