Steve Cavanaugh runs the Southern Maryland Real Estate Investors' Group and invited Alex to be a guest on his Facebook Live. This show is going to be slightly different as Alex answers Steve's and the audience's questions. He shares his origin story, why he created his podcast, what he does for personal development, and so much more!! This is only part 1, stay tuned to part 2 next week! Key Takeaways: Steve did a Facebook Live event for his REIA in Maryland and Alex was invited to be the guest! This is going to be a two-part episode, so stay tuned for next week! Where is Alex today in his business? How did Alex even get started in wholesaling? What prevents people from taking action? What kind of mentors has Alex had over the years? Alex shares his top tools that he uses everyday. Why did Alex decide to start his podcast? How can someone start their own podcast? Does Alex have a social media strategy? What makes Alex tick? What new beliefs has Alex recently adopted? What was the one behavior or habit that most positively impacted his real estate career? What is Alex's favorite failure? Where's the real estate market headed right now? When Alex hears the world 'hustle' what comes to his mind? Alex shares who your first hire should be once you start closing deals consistently. What is EOS and Traction, and when should someone use that? Stay tuned for part 2 next week!!! Mentioned in This Episode: Connect with Steve on Facebook Southern Maryland Real Estate Investors' Group (SOMDREIG) Book Recommendation: Work Less, Make More by James Schramko The Four Spiritual Laws of Prosperity, by Edwene Gaines Traction by Gino Wickman Tweetables: "The focus is the bottom line. How can we do better quality deals vs. more deals." "The pain of working for somebody and having a job was greater than the fear I had of falling on my face." "Sometimes we're divinely given moments of pause in our lives and it's our responsibility to fully absorb and appreciate what we're feeling." Ask Alex A Question: Have a question you want featured on an upcoming Flip Empire Show? Head over to the Ask Alex page, and record your question. We've made it super easy for you, so let us know what challenges you are having, and Alex will answer it personally! Did you get your FREE Online Course? Text the word EMPIRE to 67076, and we'll send you a link to get instant access to the "5 Ways To Scale Your Real Estate Wholesaling Business To Six Figures (In 6 Months Or Less)" video module training course. Subscribe To The Flip Empire Show, and Leave a Rating & Review!