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Pillars Of Wealth Creation

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Apr 24, 2025 • 21min

POWC # 787- Don’t Be That Person: Avoiding Stupid Questions in Business

In today’s episode, Todd dives into the controversial truth: there are such things as stupid questions, especially in business. Todd breaks down what makes a question “stupid,” why timing and context matter, and how asking the right questions can fuel your growth, credibility, and decision-making. He also tackles the common trap of asking for advice and then doing nothing with it. If you want to be taken seriously, build smarter strategies, and become the kind of leader people respect, this episode is for you. Welcome to Pillars of Wealth Creation, where we talk about building financial freedom with a special focus on business and Real Estate. Follow along as Todd Dexheimer interviews top entrepreneurs, investors, advisers, and coaches. YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/PillarsOfWealthCreation Interested in coaching? Schedule a call with Todd at www.coachwithdex.com Listen to the audio version on your favorite podcast host: SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-650270376 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/.../pillars-of.../id1296372835... Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/.../aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5zb3VuZ... iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/.../pillars-of-wealth-creation.../ CastBox: https://castbox.fm/.../Pillars-Of-Wealth-Creation... Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0FmGSJe9fzSOhQiFROc2O0 Pandora: https://pandora.app.link/YUP21NxF3kb Amazon/Audible: https://music.amazon.com/.../f6cf3e11-3ffa-450b-ac8c...
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Apr 22, 2025 • 47min

POWC # 786 - Culture That Wins: How to Build a Thriving Team | Chris Dyer

Today, Todd sits with workplace culture expert Chris Dyer to break down what it takes to become a top-tier employer. Chris shares practical strategies for transforming company culture—from asking the right questions in employee interviews to running meetings that actually get results. They dive into the habits and systems that drive high-performing teams, boost retention, and create workplaces people are excited to be part of. Pillars of Wealth Creation 1. Focus on self-manifesting 2. Focus on what is working 3. Structure around partnerships or networks Recommended Book 1. How to Win Friends and Influence People By Dale Carnegie 2. The Art of Gathering By Priya Parker 3. The Power of Company Culture By Chris Dyer Chris Dyer is a global thought leader on company culture, leadership, and remote work. A former CEO of a top-ranked workplace and five-time Inc. 5000 company, Chris now helps organizations improve performance through culture. He’s the best-selling author of The Power of Company Culture and Remote Work, and was named the #1 Leadership Speaker on Culture by Inc. Magazine. Through his 7 Pillar Strategy, Chris guides teams to boost communication, productivity, and results. You can connect with Chris by visiting https://chrisdyer.com/ Welcome to Pillars of Wealth Creation, where we talk about building financial freedom with a special focus on business and Real Estate. Follow along as Todd Dexheimer interviews top entrepreneurs, investors, advisers, and coaches. YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/PillarsOfWealthCreation Interested in coaching? Schedule a call with Todd at www.coachwithdex.com Listen to the audio version on your favorite podcast host: SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-650270376 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/.../pillars-of.../id1296372835... Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/.../aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5zb3VuZ... iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/.../pillars-of-wealth-creation.../ CastBox: https://castbox.fm/.../Pillars-Of-Wealth-Creation... Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0FmGSJe9fzSOhQiFROc2O0 Pandora: https://pandora.app.link/YUP21NxF3kb Amazon/Audible: https://music.amazon.com/.../f6cf3e11-3ffa-450b-ac8c...
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Apr 17, 2025 • 26min

POWC # 785- Trade Wars 2.0: Opportunity or Obstacle?

Today, we’re taking a closer look at the new tariffs going into effect under former President Trump’s leadership. As part of what’s being called “Liberation Day,” these tariffs aim to reshape global trade dynamics, with a universal 10% import tax and up to 145% on Chinese goods. In this episode, Todd breaks down what these changes could mean for the economy, what supporters and critics are saying, and how they might affect business owners, investors, and consumers alike. Whether you're navigating supply chain decisions or just trying to stay ahead of economic shifts, this episode provides further insights. Welcome to Pillars of Wealth Creation, where we talk about building financial freedom with a special focus on business and Real Estate. Follow along as Todd Dexheimer interviews top entrepreneurs, investors, advisers, and coaches. YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/PillarsOfWealthCreation Interested in coaching? Schedule a call with Todd at www.coachwithdex.com Listen to the audio version on your favorite podcast host: SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-650270376 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/.../pillars-of.../id1296372835... Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/.../aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5zb3VuZ... iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/.../pillars-of-wealth-creation.../ CastBox: https://castbox.fm/.../Pillars-Of-Wealth-Creation... Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0FmGSJe9fzSOhQiFROc2O0 Pandora: https://pandora.app.link/YUP21NxF3kb Amazon/Audible: https://music.amazon.com/.../f6cf3e11-3ffa-450b-ac8c...
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Apr 15, 2025 • 34min

POWC # 784 - The Big Stuff: Turning Yard Space Into Profit | Chris Long

Today, Todd sits down with Chris Long, founder of Longyards, to talk about a unique niche in real estate—land for storing large equipment and materials. Chris saw firsthand how contractors and construction crews struggled to find space for their machines and tools. What started as a solution to his own problem turned into a growing business that fills a major gap in the market. Todd and Chris dive into the strategy behind buying, leasing, and developing yard space in high-demand areas—and how this overlooked asset class can deliver serious returns. Pillars of Wealth Creation 1. Financial 2. Time Freedom 3. Purpose (Spiritual/Health/Mindset) Recommended Book Money People Deal- Stefan Aarnio Chris Long is the founder and CEO of Longyards, a fast-growing company transforming the industrial outdoor storage industry. With a background in construction and sales, Chris saw a major gap in the market and built Longyards from a single lot into a scalable solution for contractors and businesses. His leadership in development, growth, and innovation has made Longyards a rising force in industrial real estate. You can connect with Chris by visiting https://longyards.com/ Welcome to Pillars of Wealth Creation, where we talk about building financial freedom with a special focus on business and Real Estate. Follow along as Todd Dexheimer interviews top entrepreneurs, investors, advisers, and coaches. YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/PillarsOfWealthCreation Interested in coaching? Schedule a call with Todd at www.coachwithdex.com Listen to the audio version on your favorite podcast host: SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-650270376 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/.../pillars-of.../id1296372835... Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/.../aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5zb3VuZ... iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/.../pillars-of-wealth-creation.../ CastBox: https://castbox.fm/.../Pillars-Of-Wealth-Creation... Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0FmGSJe9fzSOhQiFROc2O0 Pandora: https://pandora.app.link/YUP21NxF3kb Amazon/Audible: https://music.amazon.com/.../f6cf3e11-3ffa-450b-ac8c...
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Apr 10, 2025 • 19min

POWC # 783- Timing the Market or Time in the Market: What Really Matters?

Welcome back to Pillars of Wealth Creation with your host, Todd Dexheimer! In this episode, Todd dives into one of the most debated topics in investing: timing the market vs. time in the market. Which one really matters more? Is it better to wait for the perfect moment to strike or to stay consistent and let time do the heavy lifting? Todd breaks down the pros, the pitfalls, and how understanding both concepts can help you make smarter, more profitable investment decisions. Let’s cut through the noise and get to the strategies that actually build wealth. Welcome to Pillars of Wealth Creation, where we talk about building financial freedom with a special focus on business and Real Estate. Follow along as Todd Dexheimer interviews top entrepreneurs, investors, advisers, and coaches. YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/PillarsOfWealthCreation Interested in coaching? Schedule a call with Todd at www.coachwithdex.com Listen to the audio version on your favorite podcast host: SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-650270376 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/.../pillars-of.../id1296372835... Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/.../aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5zb3VuZ... iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/.../pillars-of-wealth-creation.../ CastBox: https://castbox.fm/.../Pillars-Of-Wealth-Creation... Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0FmGSJe9fzSOhQiFROc2O0 Pandora: https://pandora.app.link/YUP21NxF3kb Amazon/Audible: https://music.amazon.com/.../f6cf3e11-3ffa-450b-ac8c...
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Apr 8, 2025 • 45min

POWC # 782 - Leading with Action: Building a Winning Sales Team | Tony Acosta

Today, Todd sits down with Tony Acosta—real estate pro, entrepreneur, and team leader—to dig into what it really takes to lead a successful sales team. From training and building a high-performing group to becoming the kind of leader people want to follow, Tony shares what works, what doesn’t, and why taking action is everything. Because let’s face it—anyone can read a book or take a course, but if you never execute, you’re just spinning your wheels. If you want real results, it’s time to step up. Pillars of Wealth Creation 1. Ability to choose 2. Finances 3. The health, physical, and emotional state of the people living in your house Recommended Book 1. Shoe Dog By Phil Knight 2. Crucial Conversations By Kerry Patterson, Joseph Grenny, and Ron McMillan 3. Unreasonable Hospitality By Will Guidara 4. How to Win Friends and Influence People By Dale Carnegie Tony Acosta is a real estate broker with 13+ years of experience and Director of Agent Development at The Perry Group, a top team at Real Broker. He coaches agents on scaling their businesses and created ELEVATE, a six-week training program focused on lead generation and business systems. A Forbes Real Estate Council member, TEDx speaker, and host of the How to Be a Realtor Podcast, Tony is passionate about leadership, education, and empowering real estate professionals. You can connect with Tony through social media: https://www.instagram.com/tonyacosta.co/ and https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonyeacosta/ Welcome to Pillars of Wealth Creation, where we talk about building financial freedom with a special focus on business and Real Estate. Follow along as Todd Dexheimer interviews top entrepreneurs, investors, advisers, and coaches. YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/PillarsOfWealthCreation Interested in coaching? Schedule a call with Todd at www.coachwithdex.com Listen to the audio version on your favorite podcast host: SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-650270376 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/.../pillars-of.../id1296372835... Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/.../aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5zb3VuZ... iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/.../pillars-of-wealth-creation.../ CastBox: https://castbox.fm/.../Pillars-Of-Wealth-Creation... Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0FmGSJe9fzSOhQiFROc2O0 Pandora: https://pandora.app.link/YUP21NxF3kb Amazon/Audible: https://music.amazon.com/.../f6cf3e11-3ffa-450b-ac8c...
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Apr 3, 2025 • 18min

POWC # 781- Level Up: Turning Knowledge into Action for Real Success

If you’re looking to level up, it’s not just about learning—it’s about taking action. Too many people get stuck in the cycle of gathering knowledge but never making the moves that actually create success. You can’t worry about what others are doing. You have to be patient, but that doesn’t mean standing still. It means doing the right things, talking to the right people, and focusing on the actions that drive real results. So, are you ready to stop waiting and start doing? Welcome to Pillars of Wealth Creation, where we talk about building financial freedom with a special focus on business and Real Estate. Follow along as Todd Dexheimer interviews top entrepreneurs, investors, advisers, and coaches. YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/PillarsOfWealthCreation Interested in coaching? Schedule a call with Todd at www.coachwithdex.com Listen to the audio version on your favorite podcast host: SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-650270376 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/.../pillars-of.../id1296372835... Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/.../aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5zb3VuZ... iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/.../pillars-of-wealth-creation.../ CastBox: https://castbox.fm/.../Pillars-Of-Wealth-Creation... Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0FmGSJe9fzSOhQiFROc2O0 Pandora: https://pandora.app.link/YUP21NxF3kb Amazon/Audible: https://music.amazon.com/.../f6cf3e11-3ffa-450b-ac8c...
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Apr 1, 2025 • 41min

POWC # 780 - Leading from Within: Unlocking True Leadership | Dr. Ron Stotts

Todd Dexheimer sits down with Dr. Ron Stotts to explore the evolution of leadership and the steps leaders take to grow and inspire their teams. Dr. Stotts reveals why many leaders focus on external solutions instead of looking within for real transformation. They discuss leadership styles, personal growth, and how shifting your mindset can unlock greater success. If you want to lead with more impact and clarity, don’t miss this conversation! Pillars of Wealth Creation 1. Level of consciousness 2. Knowing where you’re going 3. Vehicle to take you there Dr. Ron Stotts Books Overscheduled by Success Ins and Outs of Mindfulness Leadership on the Leading Edge Recommended Book Emotional Intelligence By Daniel Goleman Dr. Ron Stotts is a leadership expert, author, and coach who helps executives and entrepreneurs unlock their full potential by turning inward. With a focus on self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and transformational growth, he guides leaders to break free from external distractions and develop the clarity, authenticity, and purpose needed to create lasting impact in their teams and businesses. You can connect with Ron by visiting his website www.ronstotts.com Welcome to Pillars of Wealth Creation, where we talk about building financial freedom with a special focus on business and Real Estate. Follow along as Todd Dexheimer interviews top entrepreneurs, investors, advisers, and coaches. YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/PillarsOfWealthCreation Interested in coaching? Schedule a call with Todd at www.coachwithdex.com Listen to the audio version on your favorite podcast host: SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-650270376 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/.../pillars-of.../id1296372835... Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/.../aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5zb3VuZ... iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/.../pillars-of-wealth-creation.../ CastBox: https://castbox.fm/.../Pillars-Of-Wealth-Creation... Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0FmGSJe9fzSOhQiFROc2O0 Pandora: https://pandora.app.link/YUP21NxF3kb Amazon/Audible: https://music.amazon.com/.../f6cf3e11-3ffa-450b-ac8c...
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Mar 26, 2025 • 24min

POWC # 779- Cash Flow vs. Long-Term Wealth: Making the Right Choice

In this episode, Todd Dexheimer dives into the debate of A & B class properties vs. C & D class properties and why chasing the highest cash flow isn’t always the smartest strategy. While lower-class properties may offer bigger returns on paper, they often come with higher risks, management challenges, and long-term stability concerns. Todd breaks down what investors should really focus on when acquiring properties, how to balance cash flow vs. asset appreciation, and the importance of building a sustainable, wealth-generating portfolio. Welcome to Pillars of Wealth Creation, where we talk about building financial freedom with a special focus on business and Real Estate. Follow along as Todd Dexheimer interviews top entrepreneurs, investors, advisers, and coaches. YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/PillarsOfWealthCreation Interested in coaching? Schedule a call with Todd at www.coachwithdex.com Listen to the audio version on your favorite podcast host: SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-650270376 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/.../pillars-of.../id1296372835... Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/.../aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5zb3VuZ... iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/.../pillars-of-wealth-creation.../ CastBox: https://castbox.fm/.../Pillars-Of-Wealth-Creation... Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0FmGSJe9fzSOhQiFROc2O0 Pandora: https://pandora.app.link/YUP21NxF3kb Amazon/Audible: https://music.amazon.com/.../f6cf3e11-3ffa-450b-ac8c...
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Mar 24, 2025 • 40min

POWC # 778 - Unlocking Wealth with BRRRR | Jessie Lang

Todd Dexheimer sits down with Jessie Lang, founder of Unlocked Rentals, to discuss how she built a thriving rental portfolio using the BRRRR method—Buy, Renovate, Rent, Refinance, Repeat. Jessie shares the key strategies behind her success, common mistakes investors make, and creative ways to fund deals. Plus, she explains how she’s helping others grow their portfolios through her mentorship. Pillars of Wealth Creation 1. Long-term rentals (Key is hold time) 2.Team Building 3. Leverage Recommended Books 1. Rentals Made Easy By Jessie Lang 2. We Should All Be Millionaires By Rachel Rodgers Jessie Lang is a real estate investor and founder of Unlocked Rentals in Columbus, OH, managing a growing portfolio of over 70 properties. Specializing in the BRRRR method (Buy, Renovate, Rent, Refinance, Repeat), she helps investors scale efficiently with minimal capital. Through her platform, Unlocked, Jessie provides education and mentorship, guiding aspiring investors to navigate and succeed in the rental property market. You can connect with Jessie by joining her Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/jessie.lang1 or by getting her book which provides her phone number. Welcome to Pillars of Wealth Creation, where we talk about building financial freedom with a special focus on business and Real Estate. Follow along as Todd Dexheimer interviews top entrepreneurs, investors, advisers, and coaches. YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/PillarsOfWealthCreation Interested in coaching? Schedule a call with Todd at www.coachwithdex.com Listen to the audio version on your favorite podcast host: SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-650270376 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/.../pillars-of.../id1296372835... Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/.../aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5zb3VuZ... iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/.../pillars-of-wealth-creation.../ CastBox: https://castbox.fm/.../Pillars-Of-Wealth-Creation... Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0FmGSJe9fzSOhQiFROc2O0 Pandora: https://pandora.app.link/YUP21NxF3kb Amazon/Audible: https://music.amazon.com/.../f6cf3e11-3ffa-450b-ac8c...

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