

Small Steps Big Wins©
Sue Saller
Welcome to the Small Step BIG Wins podcast where I’m dedicated to helping you take control of your life. Each week, embark on a personal journey found nowhere else and be inspired by guests that will challenge your thinking and expand your knowledge. Becoming the hero of your story takes time, commitment, and determination. Small Steps do lead to BIG Wins when you pair your desire for transformation with people who know how to get you there.
Are you ready to change your life? Let’s go do this!
Are you ready to change your life? Let’s go do this!
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Apr 23, 2023 • 43min
E 21 | Andrew Freed: Want to control your time and destiny? Get the right mindset.
In this episode of the Small Steps Big Wins podcast, I really enjoyed interviewing Andrew Freed. Andrew is not only a project manager but real estate agent and investor in Massachusetts. He built his portfolio of 24 units in the past 2 years and just closed a deal on a 6-unit in Worcester, Massachusetts. We dive deep into Andrew’s journey from the W-2 mindset to investing in real estate and how he is building his life towards financial freedom. He talks about how he acquired his properties and the mindset shift that had to occur to make that happen. And make sure you listen to the end to hear his unexpected question that he posed to me and caught me off guard!!
You can find Andrew on Instagram and Facebook at
@investorFreed
If you have enjoyed my podcast, please hit subscribe, and visit my website at www.suesaller.com. I would love to hear from you! And if you think you have a Small steps, BIG WINS story to tell, you can reach out to me on my website. You can find links to all the books mentioned on my podcasts at my bookstore. If you would like to support my podcast, please click here.
Have a great day and God bless!

Apr 17, 2023 • 14min
E 20 | Jamie Gruber - Be your authentic self and clean out your closets
Welcome to Episode 20 of the Small Steps BIG WINS podcast where today’s Monday Morning Matters unpacks small steps mentioned in one of my interviews.
In Episode # 19 , I talked with Jamie Gruber and he talked about what it was like to leave is W-2, how he got to where he is today, and the personal journey that took him to where he is today. Today I’m going to drop into part of our conversation that was not released with the original episode. Now, if you like what you hear, I would encourage you to go back and listen to Episode 19.
Get in touch with your authentic self by listening to the little voice inside you and identifying the things in your "closet" that no longer serve you. Try meditation and silence as a way to connect with yourself.
Everyone has a purpose, regardless of age. Think about your own purpose and what you can do to be more in tune with it.
Removing something from your life can make room for something else, but it can be scary. Identify what you need to remove and confront your fears. Taking small steps can lead to big results.
You can reach out to Jamie on Instagram at @theJamieGruber and you can listen to his Tribe of Millionaires podcast. If you would like to know more about Emerge Supercharged, please check out my website, and there is a link that will take you there.
If you have enjoyed my podcast, please hit subscribe, and visit my website at www.suesaller.com. I would love to hear from you. And if you think you have a small steps, big wins story to tell, you can also reach out to me on my website. You can find links to all the books mentioned on my podcasts at my bookstore. If you would like to support my podcast, please click here.
Have a great day and God bless!

Apr 16, 2023 • 1h 2min
E 19 | Jamie Gruber - Left My W-2, How I Did It, and Built a Tribe To Help You Achieve It Too!
Welcome to the Small Steps Big Wins podcast and today I interview Jamie Gruber. Jamie was a corporate executive making $400K/yr before deciding he had enough. After a Gobundance Mastermind, he was able to compress his goal of quitting from 5-10 years down to 24 months, and doubling his income in that time as well. Jamie is a partner with Quantum Capital and the creator of Emerge Supercharged. He hosts the top 1% podcast called Tribe of Millionaires and produces volumes of content inspiring people to live their best life. He believes anyone can achieve lifestyle freedom through clarity, confidence and most importantly community.
Today Jamie unpacks his journey from going from a W-2 corporate job to millionaire by quitting. Listen to how Jamie leveraged his W-2, built his real estate portfolio, and then the amazing thing that happened when he left his W-2.
Come back tomorrow as I continue the conversation with Jamie on finding your authentic self and cleaning out your closet.
You can reach out to Jamie on Instagram at @theJamieGruber and you can listen to his Tribe of Millionaires podcast. If you would like to know more about Emerge Supercharged, please check out my website, and there is a link that will take you there.
If you have enjoyed my podcast, please hit subscribe, and visit my website at www.suesaller.com. I would love to hear from you. Let me know what your big wins were! And if you think you have a small steps, big wins story to tell, you can also reach out to me on my website. You can find links to all the books mentioned on my podcasts at my bookstore. Have a great day and God bless!

Apr 10, 2023 • 8min
E 18: Mike Taravella - step out of your comfort zone and be a superhero in your daily habits
Welcome to episode 18 where I continue my conversation with Mike Taravella. Mike is the Asset Manager at Rand Partners where he is responsible for overseeing over $100M assets under management and has acquired over $15M in commercial real estate. Mike collaborates with Rand’s vertically integrated property management team to ensure the execution of the portfolio’s business plan. Mike is actively pursuing new opportunities within the market and developing relationships with investors.
Today’s episode we talk about Mike’s daily habits and what he did to get out of his comfort zone. Our key take aways are to initiate a beneficial daily habit and do something out of your comfort zone.
Connect with Mike...
Website: https://www.miketaravella.com/
Email: invest@valueaddmike.com
If you have enjoyed my podcast, please hit subscribe, and visit my website at www.suesaller.com. I would love to hear from you. Let me know what your big wins were! And if you think you have a small steps, big wins story to tell, you can also reach out to me on my website. You can find links to all the books mentioned on my podcasts at my bookstore. Have a great day and God bless!

Apr 9, 2023 • 42min
E 17: Mike Taravella - Not all heroes wear capes in real estate - From CPA to Multifamily Investor
Welcome to episode 17 where I talk with Mike Taravella. Mike is the Asset Manager at Rand Partners where he is responsible for overseeing over $100M assets under management and has acquired over $15M in commercial real estate. Mike collaborates with Rand’s vertically integrated property management team to ensure the execution of the portfolio’s business plan. Mike is actively pursuing new opportunities within the market and developing relationships with investors.
Today’s episode we talk about everything Mike, from his humble beginnings to what he is up to today. Get down to earth, practical insight on multifamily investing and his perspective on investing.
Connect with Mike...
Website: https://www.miketaravella.com/
Email: invest@valueaddmike.com
If you have enjoyed my podcast, please hit subscribe, and visit my website at www.suesaller.com. I would love to hear from you. Let me know what your big wins were! And if you think you have a small steps, big wins story to tell, you can also reach out to me on my website. You can find links to all the books mentioned on my podcasts at my bookstore. Have a great day and God bless!

Apr 3, 2023 • 11min
E 16: Sarah Weaver - How the act of journaling, friendships, and affirmations can help you
Welcome to the Small Steps BIG Wins podcast where today’s Monday Morning Matters unpacks a small step mentioned in one of my interviews and gives you something bite sized that you can work on this week.
In Episode #15, I had a great interview with Sarah Weaver. We talked about how she started in real estate investing, how she has used it to design the life she has today, the practicals of the MTR strategy and so much more. I would encourage you to go back and listen to her interview if you have not done so already.
Today’s Monday Morning Matters drops into part of my interview with her that is not part of the original broadcast. We talk about the value of journaling, friendships, and mindset.
Sarah can be reached at her website at www.sarahdweaver.com and on Instagram: @sarahdweaver
If you have enjoyed my podcast, please hit subscribe, and visit my website at www.suesaller.com. I would love to hear from you. And if you think you have a small steps, big wins story to tell, you can also reach out to me on my website. You can find links to all the books mentioned on my podcasts at my bookstore. Have a great day and God bless!

Apr 2, 2023 • 43min
E 15: Sarah Weaver - Dream Big, Conquer Fear, then Live Bigger: How I accomplished my goals through real estate
Welcome to the Small Steps Big Wins podcast where I help you change the trajectory of your life one step at a time. Today’s guest is Sarah Weaver. Sarah is a real estate investor, speaker, entrepreneur, traveler, and her book, 30-Day Stay, is currently ranked #15 in Real Estate Investing & Finance on Amazon. Sarah talks about her journey into real estate investing, how to overcome fears, and to dream big to live a big life.
Sarah and I explore all the different aspects of her life and investing with no stone left unturned. And if you enjoy this episode, don’t miss episode #16 where we continue the conversation with new content not found in this interview.
Sarah can be reached at her website at www.sarahdweaver.com and on Instagram: @sarahdweaver
If you have enjoyed my podcast, please hit subscribe, and visit my website at www.suesaller.com. I would love to hear from you. And if you think you have a small steps, big wins story to tell, you can also reach out to me on my website. You can find links to all the books mentioned on my podcasts at my bookstore. Have a great day and God bless!

Mar 27, 2023 • 6min
E 14: Answer these 3 BIG questions to help you move forward
Welcome to episode 14 of the Small Steps BIG Wins podcast where today’s Monday Morning Matters unpacks a small step mentioned in one of my interviews.
In Episode #13, I talked with Whitney Elkins-Hutten Director of Investor Education at PassiveInvesting.com, Founder of AshWealth.com, and host of the Passive Investing Made Simple podcast. In that episode, she asked 3 questions that get to the root of who she is and where she wants to head in life. So get your paper and pencil or whatever you take notes with, and write these down.
Here are the 3 questions Whitney asks herself these on a regular basis:
What do you want?
Why do you want it?
Who do you have to become to get this?
In this episode, I unpack each of these questions and help you formula the answers to your own.
If you have enjoyed my podcast, please hit subscribe, and visit my website at www.suesaller.com. I would love to hear from you. And if you think you have a Small Steps, BIG Win story to tell, you can also reach out to me on my website. You can find links to all the books mentioned on my podcasts here at my bookstore. Have a great day and God bless!

Mar 26, 2023 • 36min
E 13: Whitney Elkins-Hutten: The 3 BIG Questions to Financial Freedom - Could Passive Investing help?
On today’s podcast, I interview Whitney Elkins-Hutten. She is the Director of Investor Education at PassiveInvesting.com, Founder of AshWealth.com, host of the Passive Investing Made Simple podcast, also found on Youtube, and a partner in $800MM+ in real estate — including over 6500+ residential units (MF, MHP, SFR, and assisted living), 7 express car washes, and more than 2200+ self-storage units across 11 states—and also has experience flipping over $5MM in residential real estate. Listen now as we unpack the 3 important questions she asks herself, the definition of passive investing, and exploring what it could mean for you.
You can reach Whitney at:
PassiveInvestingwithWhitney.com - passive investing in deals
AshWealth.com - consulting in personal finance and real estate investing
If you have enjoyed my podcast, please hit subscribe, and visit my website at www.suesaller.com. I would love to hear from you. And if you think you have a Small Steps, BIG Win story to tell, you can also reach out to me on my website. You can find links to all the books mentioned on my podcasts here at my bookstore. Have a great day and God bless!

Mar 20, 2023 • 5min
E 12: How to QUICKLY start a new habit
Welcome to episode 12 of the Small Steps BIG Wins podcast where today’s Monday Morning Matters unpacks a small step mentioned in one of my interviews.
In Episode # 11, I talked with Shawn Stratton and we had a great conversation about the benefits of being vegan. Now this episode is not going to convince you to be vegan, but instead I ask 3 key questions and then outline how you can develop a new habit.
My 3 Key Questions:
Is your current diet serving you? If not what needs to change?
Is there a health goal you want to achieve?
Is there a new habit related to food or your health that you want to either start or break?
If you have enjoyed my podcast, please hit subscribe, and visit my website at www.suesaller.com. I would love to hear from you. And if you think you have a Small Steps, BIG Win story to tell, you can also reach out to me on my website. You can find links to all the books mentioned on my podcasts here at my bookstore. Have a great day and God bless!