Feb 27 2025 82 mins
In this episode of The Investor Shed Podcast, Nick Beveridge and Jeremy Kitchen sit down with RD Means, an entrepreneur who started his real estate journey at just 11 years old! From door-to-door sales to navigating bankruptcy and bouncing back, RD shares his remarkable path to financial freedom and the lessons learned along the way.
This conversation covers sales strategies, leadership, resilience, and the importance of financial literacy, along with insights on work-life balance, motivation, and overcoming challenges. Whether you’re in real estate, sales, or looking for entrepreneurial inspiration, this episode is packed with valuable takeaways for success and personal growth!
🎧 Key Takeaways:
✅ Early Investment Instincts – RD bought land at 11 years old!
✅ Door-to-Door Sales – The grit and empathy needed to succeed.
✅ The Power of Relationships – Trust and networking are game-changers.
✅ Overcoming Setbacks – Lessons from bankruptcy and bouncing back.
✅ Mindset & Motivation – Why your ‘why’ is the key to long-term success.
✅ Financial Literacy – Learning how to manage money and investments early.
✅ Health & Peace of Mind – Navigating insurance, mortality, and work-life balance.
✅ Cold Plunges & Mental Toughness – How embracing discomfort leads to growth.
💬 Memorable Quotes:
🔥 "I want to make money off this land."
🔥 "I couldn't do it without you."
🔥 "You have to have a solid why."
🔥 "Real estate saved me."
🔥 "Find what you hate and pass that off."
🔥 "Choose your hard."
📌 Chapters:
00:00 Introduction & Setting the Stage
01:01 RD’s Journey into Real Estate
04:54 Early Lessons in Entrepreneurship
10:05 The Importance of Support & Time Management
15:12 Navigating Door-to-Door Sales
20:00 Building Relationships & Empathy in Sales
25:13 The Path to Real Estate Success
29:00 Navigating Leadership & Trust
32:02 The Journey Through Setbacks
35:59 Resilience After Bankruptcy
40:03 Finding Balance in Life & Work
48:56 Mindset & Motivation for Success
56:12 Navigating Health & Insurance Challenges
57:56 Finding Peace of Mind in Mortality
01:00:19 Exploring Different Preaching Styles
01:04:33 Advice for Young People Seeking Success
01:08:34 The Benefits of Cold Plunges & Mindset
01:22:00 Final Thoughts & Reflections
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