David Senra, a networking expert and community builder, joins Mitchell Baldridge, a devoted advocate for personal development and work ethic. They share insights from the FoundersOnly Conference, emphasizing the importance of genuine networking and helping others. Both guests discuss the challenges of balancing ambition with authenticity, the power of concise communication, and the significance of tailored life choices for personal fulfillment. Great book recommendations are also shared, igniting a passion for continuous learning and impactful writing.

Topics:(4:12) - David on how to grow a podcast & Mitchell as a connector(13:32) - David on changing the structure of his podcast(15:58) - Creator-Led Business, Kobe Bryant, Arnold Schwarzenegger & Balaji(36:49) - The genius of Berkshire Hathaway & The power of Twitter(51:24) - Creator Economics & Story time with David Senra(1:06:38) - Eric’s impact on David(1:09:48) - Mitchell’s career model & Building a bookkeeping business(1:28:11) - Focusing career growth(2:04:32) - Thoughts on TikTok(2:16:43)- How the guys spend their time (Finding operational leverage)(2:21:29) - Trying to convince Mitchell to start a podcast(2:24:34) - David’s thoughts on his new business model (2:33:38) - Wrap Up Links:- The Founder’s Podcast w/ David Senra- Connect with Mitchell Baldridge- Mitchell Baldridge on Twitter- David Senra on Twitter- BetterBookkeping.com- David’s appearance on Jorgenson’s Soundbox- Mitchell’s appearance on Jorgenson’s Soundbox- Trung Phan on Twitter- Sam Hinkie- WorkWeek- Coked Up Options on Twitter- Ed Thorpe on The Tim Ferriss Show- Business Breakdowns - Berkshire Hathaway- Money20/20- George Mack on Twitter- Frank Niu on TikTok To support the costs of producing this podcast: >> Buy a copy of the Navalmanak: www.navalmanack.com/ >> Sign up for my online course and community about building your Personal Leverage: https://www.ejorgenson.com/leverage >> Invest in early-stage companies alongside Eric and his partners at Rolling Fun: https://angel.co/v/back/rolling-fun>> Join the free weekly email list at ejorgenson.com/newsletter>> Text the podcast to a friend>> Give the podcast a positive review to help us reach new listeners >> Name-your-price subscription monthly, annual, or one-time: https://app.omella.com/o/9Bufa >> Follow me on Twitter: @ericjorgenson>> Get in touch about sponsoring this podcast by replying to an email or DMing me on Twitter.

David Senra and Mitchell Baldridge discuss the power of building relationships, podcast advertising, book publishing, Eric's new life as a CEO, permissionless adding of value, the power of podcasting, updates on the Baldridge Empire, reflecting on Main St. Summit, book recommendations, hiring a paid critic, and wrap up.

Links:David on TwitterMitchell on TwitterFounders PodcastStuff mentioned:Jocko Go DrinkCapital CampPeople mentioned:Jeremy Giffon on TwitterBrent Beshore on TwitterClayton Dorge - CEO of Capital CampBooks mentioned:Setting the Table by Danny MeyerBecoming Trader Joe by Joe CoulombeIn-N-Out Burger: A Behind-the-Counter Look at the Fast Food Chain That Breaks All the Rules by Stacy PermanSam Walton: Made in AmericaThe Power Broker: Robert Moses and the Fall of New York by Robert CaroThe Creative Act by Rick RubinCreative Selection: Inside Apple’s Design Process During the Golden Age of Steve Jobs by Ken KociendaPodcasts mentioned:Jocko PodcastModern Wisdom w/ Chris WilliamsonFounders episode 305 - Robert CaroInvest like the Best w/ Sam Hinkie Smart Friends - Kevin EspirituInvest like the Best with Peter CherninAcquired - Louis VuittonAudience of one with Jeremy GiffonInfinite Loops: Billy OppenheimerTimestamps(00:04:09) David & Jocko Go: a Love Story(00:15:49) Recapping Capital Camp(00:40:35) The power of audio & writing, Sam Hinkie, Podcast recommendations(00:50:37) Finding conviction in your career pursuits(00:56:58) The opportunity for niche businesses(01:06:29) Power Leaking & the HoldCo phenomenon(01:21:47) Favorite moments from Capital Camp(02:00:49) The power of taste(02:09:23) The Climb and the SummitTo support the costs of producing this podcast: >> Buy a copy of the Navalmanak: www.navalmanack.com/ >> Sign up for my online course and community about building your Personal Leverage: https://www.ejorgenson.com/leverage >> Invest in early-stage companies alongside Eric and his partners at Rolling Fun: https://angel.co/v/back/rolling-fun>> Join the free weekly email list at ejorgenson.com/newsletter>> Text the podcast to a friend>> Or at least give the podcast a positive review to help us reach new listeners!

Links:David on TwitterMitchell on TwitterFounders PodcastInvest like the bestHow to Take Over the WorldHard Drive: Bill Gates and the Making of the Microsoft EmpireJoe Lonsdale - Lessons from Peter ThielTopics:(5:51) - David’s dinner with Charlie Munger(29:33) - The power of Podcasting, Chris Powers, and innovation(36:21) - How to make a successful Podcast(47:42) - The Scarcity of GREAT ideas(55:30) - Self-funding businesses and the philosophy behind Venture Capital(1:14:27) - Mitchell’s new business(1:55:53) - Travel plans, meet-ups and live events!To support the costs of producing this podcast: >> Buy a copy of the Navalmanak: www.navalmanack.com/ >> Sign up for my online course and community about building your Personal Leverage: https://www.ejorgenson.com/leverage >> Invest in early-stage companies alongside Eric and his partners at Rolling Fun: https://angel.co/v/back/rolling-fun>> Join the free weekly email list at ejorgenson.com/newsletter>> Text the podcast to a friend>> Or at least give the podcast a positive review to help us reach new listeners! 

CPA and CFP Mitchell Baldridge explains how cost segregation can help real estate investors lower their taxes and build their portfolios faster. Topics discussed include wiping out income taxes, bonus depreciation, using real estate losses to lower income, the short-term rental tax 'loophole,' carrying over losses, and the pitfalls of cost segregation.

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