{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/5d8001706cae0cd6477aa726/5f23fcd4a5a4e45b9da72593?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Hitting Above Average with Chris Wooten","description":"<p>Today I had the pleasure of speaking with Chris Wooten, a retired marine turned successful real estate investor with a portfolio of 534 units. In this episode I want us to absorb everything we can from Chris who took his military experience and incorporated it into his real estate empire.</p><p>Let’s dive right into Chris’ story and pick his brain about becoming an above average performer in every area of your space.</p><p><br></p><p>Things you will learn in this episode:</p><p><strong>[00:01 - 09:17] Opening Segment</strong></p><ul><li>I introduce Marine veteran, Chris Wooten</li><li class=\"ql-indent-1\">Currently manages a portfolio of 534 units</li><li>Reminder to send a review - Link at the bottom of the show notes&nbsp;</li><li>Chris talks about his story</li><li class=\"ql-indent-1\">Junior ROTC Major teaches Chris how to keep hitting above average</li><li class=\"ql-indent-1\">Learning how to get promoted by hitting above average in all areas</li><li>I weigh in with my wife’s experience in fitness</li><li class=\"ql-indent-1\">You don’t have to be the best in just one thing</li><li>Chris talks about his Marine Corps experience</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>[09:17 - 22:43] Hitting Above Average in your Systems</strong></p><ul><li>Chris realized he needed to make and sell his own product</li><li class=\"ql-indent-1\">Surrounded himself with knowledge first&nbsp;</li><li class=\"ql-indent-1\">As he moved around with the military he would research real estate in the areas he was placed in&nbsp;</li><li>How Chris started flipping houses as a side-hustle&nbsp;</li><li>You need to put the right systems in place</li><li class=\"ql-indent-1\">Chris talks about how to make an effective system</li><li class=\"ql-indent-1\">Relying on the team&nbsp;</li><li>How to be a good leader</li><li class=\"ql-indent-1\"><a href=\"https://amzn.to/2PfzsLi\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">The Dichotomy of Leadership - Jocko Willink&nbsp;</a></li><li class=\"ql-indent-1\">Chris talks about building yourself up first</li><li class=\"ql-indent-1\">I talk about my experience in building systems</li><li>Chris’s final thoughts on system building</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>[22:43 - 35:00] Hitting Above Average in Your Deals and Strategies&nbsp;</strong></p><ul><li>Chris shares his journey from flipping on active duty to scaling up to Multi Family</li><li class=\"ql-indent-1\">Getting the right culture into your space</li><li class=\"ql-indent-1\">Chris sold all his single family units and re-invested it</li><li>I ask about what Chris is looking for in a deal now</li><li class=\"ql-indent-1\">Chris breaks down his strategy and goals</li><li>Final words on pursuing Above Average performance</li><li class=\"ql-indent-1\">Setting down a narrow path rather than setting a bunch of goals</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>[35:00 - 40:23] The FOCUS FIVE Segment</strong></p><ul><li>What book have you gifted most often?&nbsp;</li><li class=\"ql-indent-1\"><a href=\"https://www.the1thing.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">The One Thing</a></li><li>If you can get an hour of somebody's time and ask questions, who would that be and why?</li><li class=\"ql-indent-1\">Steve Jobs</li><li>What is one thing you believe that most people would disagree with you on</li><li class=\"ql-indent-1\">Chris talks about understanding the “granular pieces”</li><li>Morning routine; How do you start your day?</li><li class=\"ql-indent-1\">Have green juice, work out focusing on fat burn, get the kids to school, learn with audio books while working out</li><li>What is the best place we can connect with you online?</li><li class=\"ql-indent-1\">See below for social links.</li><li>Final words from me</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Tweetable Quotes:&nbsp;</p><p>“To be a good leader you have to start with the foundation of yourself.” - Chris Wooten</p><p>“Consistent above average performance will overtake excellence in individual events.” - Chris Wooten</p><p><br></p><p>Resources mentioned in the episode:</p><ul><li><a href=\"https://amzn.to/2PfzsLi\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">The Dichotomy of Leadership - Jocko Willink&nbsp;</a></li><li><a href=\"https://www.the1thing.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">The One Thing</a>&nbsp;</li></ul><p><br></p><p>You can connect with Chris personally on <a href=\"https://twitter.com/realchriswooten?lang=en\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Twitter</a>, <a href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-wooten-68a424102\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">LinkedIn </a>and <a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/realchriswooten/?hl=en\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Instagram</a>. You can visit his website <a href=\"https://www.wootencapital.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.wootencapital.com/</a> to learn more about investment strategies..</p><p>LEAVE A REVIEW + help someone who wants to explode their business growth by sharing this episode or click <a href=\"https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/another-way-to-play/id1480302990\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">here</a> to listen to our previous episodes.</p><p><br></p><p>Are you working <strong>HARD</strong> but not really moving the needle on anything? You should check out my <strong>POWER LIST</strong> and find out how you can get more done to move your business, project, or relationship closer to where you want it to be. <a href=\"https://hansstruzyna.com/power-list/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Let’s go!</a></p><p><br></p><p>To know more about me and all the real estate opportunities you can find, check out my website at <a href=\"https://hansstruzyna.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Hansstruzyna.com</a>. Get the chance to talk with me for FREE. Set up a call using this link <a href=\"https://calendly.com/h-struzyna/15min\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://calendly.com/h-struzyna/15min</a></p>","author_name":"Hans Struzyna"}