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About the guest: Patra Francis—a business and accounting expert, investment director, tax strategist, and real estate investor. Patra shares how she transitioned from working 14-hour days to mastering tax-efficient alternative investments, scaling her business, and creating generational wealth. 00:00 - Introduction: Meet Patra Francis 02:15 - How Patra started in business and accounting 05:30 - The hard work vs. smart work mindset shift 09:45 - How tax-efficient investments changed her life 14:20 - The "Who Not How" principle for business growth 18:10 - Delegation & project management for success 22:45 - How networking & relationship-building create opportunities 28:00 - Overcoming language barriers and self-doubt 33:15 - From zero clients to a thriving CPA firm 38:45 - Why mentorship and coaching accelerated her success 42:30 - Alternative investments & real estate strategies 48:00 - How to create wealth beyond your business 52:15 - Final advice: Take control of your financial future Books recommended by Patra: * The Gap and The Gain - https://www.amazon.com/Gap-Gain-Achievers-Happiness-Confidence/dp/1401964362 * Rich Dad's CASHFLOW Quadrant - https://www.amazon.com/Rich-Dads-CASHFLOW-Quadrant-Financial/dp/1612680054 Relevant Links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/patrafrancis LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrafrancis/ Company website: https://www.thenestwealth.com/ About Ray Hightower: Ray Hightower is a tech company founder and commercial real estate investor based in Phoenix, Arizona, USA. He serves as Managing Partner of ROIClear. https://ROIClear.com https://RayHightower.com   #ROIClear  #Entrepreneurship​  #Business  #RealEstate  Note: ROI Clear is written without spaces: ROIClear.

About the guest: Todd Webb is an experienced executive coach. He shares his journey from engineering to leadership coaching, helping technical leaders unlock their full potential. Todd discusses the differences between coaching and mentoring, the importance of asking the right questions, and how emotional intelligence plays a crucial role in leadership. He also explores how past experiences shape our professional lives and offers valuable advice on building stronger, more empathetic teams.   00:00 – Introduction to Todd Webb 01:15 – Coaching vs. Mentoring: Understanding the Difference 03:45 – The Power of Asking the Right Questions 07:30 – Todd's Journey from Engineering to Leadership Coaching 10:20 – Why Emotional Intelligence is Critical for Leaders 14:05 – Helping Technical Leaders Find Meaning in Their Work 18:30 – The Importance of Recognizing and Managing Team Dynamics 22:15 – How Childhood Experiences Shape Leadership Styles 26:40 – Experimentation and Problem-Solving in Leadership 30:10 – Coaching in Action: A Real-Life Example 35:00 – How Personal and Professional Challenges Intersect 40:20 – Recommended Reading for Leadership Development 44:10 – Where to Find Todd Webb and How to Connect   Relevant Links: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/toddwebb/ Company website: https://toddwebb.co/   About Ray Hightower: Ray Hightower is a tech company founder and commercial real estate investor based in Phoenix, Arizona, USA. He serves as CEO of Bridgetown Partners, the creator of ROIClear.   https://ROIClear.com https://BridgetownPartners.com https://RayHightower.com    #ROIClear   #Entrepreneurship  ​#Business  #RealEstate   Note: ROI Clear is written without spaces: ROIClear.

About the guest: Casey Stratton is the managing member of Tamarack Capital. With over a decade of real estate investing experience and an engineering background, Casey shares his inspiring journey from his early days in Washington State to building a thriving real estate investment business.   Books recommended by Casey: * Outlive - https://www.amazon.com/Outlive-Longevity-Peter-Attia-MD/dp/0593236599 * Golf is Not a Game of Perfect - https://www.amazon.com/Golf-Not-Game-Perfect-Rotella/dp/068480364X   Relevant Links: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/casey-stratton/ Company website: https://tamarackrei.com/   About Ray Hightower: Ray Hightower is a tech company founder and commercial real estate investor based in Phoenix, Arizona, USA. He serves as CEO of Bridgetown Partners, the creator of ROIClear.   https://ROIClear.com https://BridgetownPartners.com https://RayHightower.com   #ROIClear #Entrepreneurship​ #Business   #RealEstate   Note: ROI Clear is written without spaces: ROIClear.

About the guest: Evan Robinson is co-founder and CEO of Relm.ai, a revolutionary platform transforming home searches through AI. Evan shares how Relm uses personalized, natural language queries to help users find homes tailored to their lifestyles. From his unique background in politics and real estate zoning to building an AI-powered solution, Evan walks us through Relm's journey, challenges, and the exciting future of AI in the housing market.   Relevant Links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/relm.ai/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/relmhomes Twitter: https://x.com/relm_ai LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/itsevanrobinson/ Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/relmai/ Company website: https://relm.ai/   About Ray Hightower: Ray Hightower is a tech company founder and commercial real estate investor based in Phoenix, Arizona, USA. He serves as CEO of Bridgetown Partners, the creator of ROIClear.   https://ROIClear.com https://BridgetownPartners.com https://RayHightower.com   #ROIClear #Entrepreneurship​ #Business  #RealEstate   Note: ROI Clear is written without spaces: ROIClear.

About the guest: Mike Hubbell, CEO of Lux Living Homes, shares his remarkable journey as an entrepreneur since 1997. With over 1,100 completed construction and restoration projects, Mike reflects on lessons learned from navigating failures, helping distressed asset owners, and building a company rooted in the philosophy of "people before profits." In this candid discussion, he delves into his approach to solving complex challenges, empowering others, and finding success through persistence and integrity. Whether you're an entrepreneur, investor, or real estate professional, Mike's story will inspire and motivate you to turn challenges into opportunities.   Books recommended by Mike: * Traction - https://www.amazon.com/Traction-Get-Grip-Your-Business/dp/1936661837 * Grant - https://www.amazon.com/Grant-Ron-Chernow/dp/159420487X * Big Shifts Ahead - https://www.amazon.com/Big-Shifts-Ahead-Demographic-Business/dp/1599327228   Relevant Links: YT: https://www.youtube.com/@mikehubbell8674 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikehubbell3583/ Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/luxelivinghomes/ Company website: https://luxelivinghomes.net/   About Ray Hightower: Ray Hightower is a tech company founder and commercial real estate investor based in Phoenix, Arizona, USA. He serves as CEO of Bridgetown Partners, the creator of ROIClear.   https://ROIClear.com https://BridgetownPartners.com https://RayHightower.com #ROIClear   #Entrepreneurship   ​#Business  #RealEstate   Note: ROI Clear is written without spaces: ROIClear.

About the guest: Kevin Cook is a Senior Equity Strategist at Zacks Investment Research. He shares his eclectic passions for aviation, quantum mechanics, investing, and innovative education. Kevin reveals his journey from struggling with algebra to mastering probability and statistics, and his mission to inspire the next generation through "story-driven math" and accessible STEM education. From groundbreaking ideas for integrating AI, AR, and VR in learning to the pivotal role of GPUs in revolutionizing science and industry, Kevin's insights will leave you inspired. Don't miss his unique take on how to empower today's youth with the tools to succeed in an ever-accelerating world.   Books recommended by: * Some Assembly Required - https://www.amazon.com/Some-Assembly-Required-Decoding-Billion/dp/1101871334   Relevant Links: Twitter: https://x.com/KevinBCook LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-cook-caveman/ Blog: https://medium.com/@KevinBCook Company Name: https://www.zacks.com/   About Ray Hightower: Ray Hightower is a tech company founder and commercial real estate investor based in Phoenix, Arizona, USA. He serves as CEO of Bridgetown Partners, the creator of ROIClear.   https://ROIClear.com https://BridgetownPartners.com https://RayHightower.com   #ROIClear  #Entrepreneurship  #Business  #RealEstate     Note: ROI Clear is written without spaces: ROIClear.

About the guest: Hubert Johnson is a tax attorney and owner of Guardian Tax Law, to tackle the often intimidating world of tax law engagingly and practically. Hubert shares invaluable insights on dealing with the IRS, navigating tax compliance, and understanding when to hire a tax attorney instead of relying solely on a CPA. Discover how proactive tax strategies, proper team-building, and expert negotiation can save businesses from financial pitfalls and help them thrive.   Relevant Links: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@guardiantaxlaw Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/guardiantaxlaw Instagram: https://instagram.com/guardiantaxlaw Company website: https://guardiantaxlaw.com/   About Ray Hightower: Ray Hightower is a tech company founder and commercial real estate investor based in Phoenix, Arizona, USA. He serves as CEO of Bridgetown Partners, the creator of ROIClear.   https://ROIClear.com https://BridgetownPartners.com https://RayHightower.com   #ROIClear #Entrepreneurship​ #Business  #RealEstate   Note: ROI Clear is written without spaces: ROIClear.

About the guest: Darryl Murphy Sr. is an experienced underwriter, real estate coach, and owner. Darryl brings his years of expertise to the table, sharing the importance of understanding the story behind the numbers in multifamily deals. From analyzing rent rolls and T-12 statements to implementing strategic property management systems, Darryl provides invaluable insights on approaching underwriting like a true professional. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting in real estate, this conversation is packed with actionable advice to elevate your game.   Relevant Links: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darryl-murphy-sr-365b9212/   About Ray Hightower: Ray Hightower is a tech company founder and commercial real estate investor based in Phoenix, Arizona, USA. He serves as CEO of Bridgetown Partners, the creator of ROIClear.   https://ROIClear.com https://BridgetownPartners.com https://RayHightower.com   #ROIClear #Entrepreneurship​ #Business  #RealEstate   Note: ROI Clear is written without spaces: ROIClear.

About the guest: Russell Gray is the co-host of the Real Estate Guys podcast and founder of the Raising Capitalist Project. Russ shares his investment strategy, finance, and real estate investment planning insights. We delve into the importance of understanding the economic system and how to navigate it to achieve financial freedom. Learn how to build wealth through real estate, raise capital, and become a successful entrepreneur.   Books recommended by: * 10x Is Easier Than 2x - https://www.amazon.com/10x-Easier-Than-World-Class-Entrepreneurs/dp/140196995X * Equity Happens: Building Lifelong Wealth with Real Estate - https://www.amazon.com/Equity-Happens-Building-Lifelong-Wealth/dp/0977488705   Relevant Links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/russellwgray/ YT: https://www.youtube.com/@Realestateguysradioshow Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RussWGray Twitter: https://x.com/RussWGray LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/russellwgray/ Podcast: https://realestateguysradio.com/   About Ray Hightower: Ray Hightower is a tech company founder and commercial real estate investor based in Phoenix, Arizona, USA. He serves as CEO of Bridgetown Partners, the creator of ROIClear.   https://ROIClear.com https://BridgetownPartners.com https://RayHightower.com   #ROIClear #Entrepreneurship​ #Business  #RealEstate   Note: ROI Clear is written without spaces: ROIClear.

About the guest: Faith Canale is a trailblazing entrepreneur, real estate developer, and veteran. Faith's journey is nothing short of remarkable—she's a structural engineer, a realtor, a builder, and a former Air Force commander who led groundbreaking engineering projects at the Pentagon and around the globe. Join us as she shares her unparalleled journey, her proven investment strategies, and her vision for a lasting legacy.   Books recommended by: * The Millionaire Messenger - https://www.amazon.com/Millionaire-Messenger-Difference-Fortune-Sharing/dp/1451665997   Relevant Links: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/faith-canale-411b285a/ Company website: https://inter-canenterprises.com/   About Ray Hightower: Ray Hightower is a tech company founder and commercial real estate investor based in Phoenix, Arizona, USA. He serves as CEO of Bridgetown Partners, the creator of ROIClear.   https://ROIClear.com https://BridgetownPartners.com https://RayHightower.com   #ROIClear #Entrepreneurship​ #Business  #RealEstate   Note: ROI Clear is written without spaces: ROIClear.

About the guest: Danny Flores is the principal of Prime Capital Investments. He spent 16 years in the building industry, from building single-family homes to heavy construction, building roadways and waterways. Danny shares his inspiring journey from a humble beginning in construction to becoming a successful syndicator. He discusses the importance of continuous learning, building strong relationships, and taking calculated risks.   Books recommended by Danny: * Buy Back Your Time - https://www.amazon.com/Buy-Back-Your-Time-Unstuck-ebook/dp/B09Y55GLXJ   Relevant Links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danny_invests/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/danny.flores.121772/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dannyflores1 Company website: www.primecapi.com   About Ray Hightower: Ray Hightower is a tech company founder and commercial real estate investor based in Phoenix, Arizona, USA. He serves as CEO of Bridgetown Partners, the creator of ROIClear.   https://ROIClear.com https://BridgetownPartners.com https://RayHightower.com   #ROIClear #Entrepreneurship​ #Business  #RealEstate   Note: ROI Clear is written without spaces: ROIClear.

Edward Hightower is an accomplished global automotive engineering and business executive, entrepreneur, trusted advisor, and author.  In this interview, we hear from Edward Hightower, the author of Motoring Africa, and our Host Ray Hightower's brother! He shares his lifelong passion for the automotive industry and the future of long-range electric vehicles in Africa.  About our Guest:  Edward Hightower is the managing director at Motoring Ventures LLC, an investment, growth, strategy, and operations consulting firm focused on driving value + impact in automotive and manufacturing businesses around the world. He has extensive operating experience throughout the Americas, Europe, Asia, and Africa. He previously led GM's $15 billion Global Crossovers business as the executive chief engineer and vehicle line executive and served in leadership roles at Ford and BMW. He also worked as a hands-on management consultant at AlixPartners, LLP. He is the author of the book "Motoring Africa: Sustainable Automotive Industrialization (published in 2018)." Hightower serves on the boards of directors of Tempel Steel – a global manufacturer of precision components for electric motors; and HEVO Power – a designer, developer, and manufacturer of wireless charging systems for electric vehicles. He is also an advisor to the board, CEO, and leadership of Kiira Motors – a manufacturer of electric city busses, based in Uganda, East Africa. Relevant Links Kira Motors - Vehicles in Uganda - https://www.kiiramotors.com/ Motoring Africa by Edward T Hightower https://amzn.to/3wcF0Kx Ten Lessons for a Post-Pandemic World by Fareed Zakaria  https://amzn.to/3gdd1U9 Who Not How: The Formula to Achieve Bigger Goals Through Accelerating Teamwork by Dan Sullivan and Benjamin Dr. Hardy https://amzn.to/3cqVAhA Get Know Edward:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/ethmotoring/  About Ray Hightower: Ray Hightower is a tech company founder and commercial real estate investor based in Phoenix, Arizona, USA. He serves as CEO of Bridgetown Partners, the creator of ROIClear. https://ROIClear.com https://BridgetownPartners.com https://RayHightower.com #ROIClear #Entrepreneurship​ #Business  #RealEstate  Note: ROI Clear is written without spaces: ROIClear.

About the guest: Myra Rowan is the founder of Livingstone Capital Investments LLC in St. Louis, Missouri. Myra is a powerhouse in multiple arenas, from real estate and Airbnb investments to capital raising and event planning. With a vibrant career spanning photography, multifamily investments, and community-driven initiatives, she shares her journey from her early days in real estate with family, to growing Livingstone Capital to help passive investors achieve double-digit returns through strategic real estate investments.   Books recommended by: * Who Not How - https://www.amazon.com/Who-Not-How-Accelerating-Teamwork-ebook/dp/B0867ZJ151 * Ten Legacy Lessons of Wealth - https://www.amazon.com/Ten-Legacy-Lessons-Wealth-Children/dp/B0D2567W7T   Relevant Links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Myraaucoinrowanphotography Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/myra.aucoinrowan/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/myrarowan/ Company website: www.livingstonecapitalinvesments.com  Additional: Myra's Photography: https://www.myrasphotos.com/   About Ray Hightower: Ray Hightower is a tech company founder and commercial real estate investor based in Phoenix, Arizona, USA. He serves as CEO of Bridgetown Partners, the creator of ROIClear.   https://ROIClear.com https://BridgetownPartners.com https://RayHightower.com   #ROIClear #Entrepreneurship​ #Business  #RealEstate   Note: ROI Clear is written without spaces: ROIClear.

About the guest: Chris Lento is the founder and managing member of EM Capital LLC. Chris shares his journey from being a mechanical engineer to building a successful real estate investing company focused on multifamily apartment complexes across growth markets in the U.S. He explains how his engineering background and project management expertise give his company a unique advantage in managing assets and delivering consistent, high-risk-adjusted returns for investors.   Books recommended by: * Who Not How - https://www.amazon.com/Who-Not-How-Accelerating-Teamwork-ebook/dp/B0867ZJ151 * Principles - https://www.amazon.com/Principles-Life-Work-Ray-Dalio/dp/1501124021   Relevant Links: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopherlento/ Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/emcapital/ Company website: https://emcapitalgroup.com/   About Ray Hightower: Ray Hightower is a tech company founder and commercial real estate investor based in Phoenix, Arizona, USA. He serves as CEO of Bridgetown Partners, the creator of ROIClear.   https://ROIClear.com https://BridgetownPartners.com https://RayHightower.com   #ROIClear #Entrepreneurship​ #Business  #RealEstate   Note: ROI Clear is written without spaces: ROIClear.

About the guest: Omar Ruiz is co-founder of LeRu Investments, LLC and LeRu Management Services. Omar shares valuable insights into navigating the challenges of the post-2020 business landscape, including rising insurance costs and market fluctuations across the U.S. He dives into the details of a complex 1031 exchange from Indianapolis to Texas and highlights key lessons in property management, job growth analysis, and investment strategy. Learn how Omar's deep market knowledge and strategic approach helped him succeed in diverse markets, from California to the Midwest and beyond.   Books recommended by: * The Road Less Stupid - https://www.amazon.com/Road-Less-Stupid-Keith-Cunningham/dp/0984659269   Relevant Links: YT: www.youtube.com/@LeRuInvest Twitter: https://twitter.com/LeruInvest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/omarleru Company website: www.LeRuInvestments.com Company Blog: www.leruinvestments.com/blog/ Orange County Investment Club: www.www.meetup.com/orange-county-fibi Orange County YT: www.youtube.com/OrangeCountyInvestmentClub Orange County Twitter: https://twitter.com/InvestClub4OC   About Ray Hightower: Ray Hightower is a tech company founder and commercial real estate investor based in Phoenix, Arizona, USA. He serves as CEO of Bridgetown Partners, the creator of ROIClear.   https://ROIClear.com https://BridgetownPartners.com https://RayHightower.com   #ROIClear #Entrepreneurship​ #Business  #RealEstate   Note: ROI Clear is written without spaces: ROIClear.