AJ Osborne Podcast

In this discussion, the speaker examines a fiery Twitter debate about investors and raises concerns about whether most Americans should engage in investing. They question the pressures of real estate and business ownership, suggesting that perhaps many aren't suited for the challenges ahead. Insights are shared on the hurdles faced by millennials in the current economy, alongside advice on seizing overlooked opportunities. The importance of patience and long-term thinking in investment strategies shines through amid market uncertainties.

Spencer Hilligoss, a former tech professional turned real estate syndicator, shares his journey from burnout to building a thriving passive income stream. He discusses the critical questions to ask before investing in syndications, emphasizing the importance of financial literacy. Spencer explains why true success isn't about retirement but aligning your financial goals with personal fulfillment. Through his story, he highlights the value of mentorship and informed decision-making in achieving time freedom while balancing career and family life.

Will the US dollar be replaced? Could we be on the cusp of de-dollarization as more and more countries search for reserve currency alternatives? Is America’s spot as the number one economy in the world up for grabs? Emmanuel Daniel, entrepreneur, advisor, founder of The Asian Banker, and author of The Great Transition, is on the show to discuss the future of the US economy and the global currency battle. The US has been the reigning economic world superpower for much of our lives. But slowly, other countries have begun to realize that reliance on the US dollar isn’t always a good thing. The question is: Can they find a viable replacement? Many look to China’s (mostly) strong economy as the answer, but will their pro-manufacturing stance put them in an economic trap? And with the US struggling with homelessness, political unrest, and more, what happens next? We’ll get into it all in this episode, plus touch on an actual alternative to the US dollar, why the US’s current turmoil DOESN’T guarantee a decline, and why bringing manufacturing back to the States could create problems most Americans haven’t considered. What you’ll learn in today’s show: De-dollarization and whether or not the US dollar can be replaced as the world’s reserve currency  China’s colossal manufacturing mistake that has trapped its economy  The true value of digital currencies and whether the digital dollar will become the norm One often overlooked issue with bringing manufacturing back to the US  The crisis of leadership in the US and what MUST change for our country to succeed  — The Great Transition Emmanuel’s Website Emmanuel’s YouTube 

Nick Lavery, Green Beret and Army Special Forces member, has been shot, blown up, and beaten down. After an insider attack in Afghanistan left him without a leg, Nick wasn’t supposed to return to the Army. He’s had over thirty surgeries, lived with excruciating pain, and had his physical power taken from him. But now, he’s back, and he’s had to adapt, swearing to make those who took from him “regret not killing me.”  You’re going through a challenge in your life, too, just like Nick. Business problems, personal problems, physical problems—no matter what you’re dealing with, Nick has advice to share. After pushing through pain that would kill most people and coming back stronger, Nick is now an expert in growing during the most demanding times. Whatever happens in your life, the skills and mindset Nick shares in today’s episode will prove priceless to you in the future. Nick dives into how he motivates himself to accomplish the impossible, why choosing your “hard” will help you push through even the toughest walls, the “catalyst” that changed his entire mindset during recovery, and the moves every parent can make to develop a mentally tough, successful child. Insights from today’s episode:  Nick’s unbelievable journey from bullied kid to a US Army Green Beret  Turning your anger into motivation to accomplish what most think is impossible Knowing your “why” and why not having one causes so many people to fail Choosing the “hard” in your life and why you CANNOT escape pain, but you can become stronger  The power of humility and why putting others before yourself leads to greatness  Running towards failure, and why those too scared to try will always fail  Work with Nick

Exploring the upcoming investment opportunity post-2008 crash, strategies for wealth-building, and the importance of taking action now. Delving into challenges in the self-storage industry and adapting to market shifts, as well as strategic investment and business management for long-term growth.

Real estate is a touchy subject: tenants and landlords don't like each other. Tenants believe they are subservient to them, and landlords believe they SHOULD be. Or are the perceptions of each side drastically different than the reality? In addition, why is our school system so flawed, that most people aren't taught about the best way to make a living? Not everyone is made for the 9-5 lifestyle. And this is a narrative Steve Trang is passionate about changing it.  What if you don't want to be a landlord, and still want financial freedom?  Check out Steve's podcast: https://realestatedisruptors.com/  Take advantage of today's market conditions with our investing firm: https://cedar.cc/invest  Find this podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SavingCapitalism Get more free resources here: https://ajosborne.com/

Cybersecurity is highly technical. You and I probably would not be able to understand a lot of the terms or systems or coding behind it. But revolutionary improvements come from the practical application of technology. So, how do we leverage the tech available to us in our own personal and professional lives? Is it truly the next step for modern businesses? In this episode, we bring on Darren Gallop, CEO & co-founder of Carbide, a company specializing in Information Security. His insight into the new communication age - particularly with the advent of AI - addresses how everyday security and privacy best practices are often difficult for the average human to make sense of. Security & privacy are simple ideas, but in practice, they are intensely complex. And businesses today can have very stubborn or "set in their ways" type of leadership. "No, it's my way, or the highway." But that often alienates the employees involved. 0:00 The Cybersecurity Business 26:34 AI & Cybersecurity Check out Dareen & his company Carbide: https://carbidesecure.com/  Take advantage of today's market conditions with our investing firm: https://cedar.cc/invest  Find this podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SavingCapitalism Get more free resources here: https://ajosborne.com/

Avery discusses her journey from real estate investing to managing AirBNBs, highlighting the changing landscape of short-term rentals with increased competition and regulations. She explores the future of vacation rentals and the importance of data accuracy in stable tourism markets.

Real estate investing has two forms: active and passive. Passive is what most people think of when you say real estate investing, where you buy an asset, and it generates some sort of cashflow for you. Active investing takes this and applies the principles of business, including scale, value-add, management, and more. Today's guest, John Klingelhoets, began investing in real estate a decade ago. But during this process, he found it very beneficial to send letters - direct mail - to help him find more deals. Eventually, the deals started coming in, his friends wanted letters just like his, and it became a direct mail business. If you think of real estate as not just an asset, but also a business, you can take advantage of a powerful aspect of capitalism: Business-to-Business sales, or known as B2B. But of course, if the businesses provided services to each other are YOUR businesses, there's much more opportunity to expand into multiple niches at once.  So, how can you leverage the power of B2B to grow your real estate portfolio? And can direct mail play a role into it? Find out in this week's episode!  Learn more about John and Robot Ink here: https://www.robotinkmarketing.com/  Take advantage of today's market conditions with our investing firm: https://cedar.cc/invest  Find this podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SavingCapitalism Get more free resources here: https://ajosborne.com/

Can luck dictate one's success in business? Absolutely. But looking at another's success or luck does not mean that you lose something in exchange. Luck is something I fully believe can be CREATED. For example, when I was paralyzed and stuck in a hospital bed, many may say - how is that lucky? That seems like terrible luck. But looking back today, I feel grateful for this experience. It's shaped my new life, my mission, and my day to day. I was stripped away of any self-pride or self-consciousness. This enabled me to take to new heights in my life and business. This podcast is just one of the new beginnings. I would never trade this experience. It was SO valuable...in hindsight. Looking back, I had a choice: I could give up, or I could use it to my advantage.  When you are faced with overwhelming odds or extremely bad luck, what choice will YOU make?  Take advantage of today's market conditions with our investing firm: https://cedar.cc/invest  Find this podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SavingCapitalism Get more free resources here: https://ajosborne.com/