This is Ramon (Ray) Gonzalez's third appearance on the show! Alex and Ray go way back and this week's episode focuses on why mindset, surrounding yourself with amazing people, and holding yourself to a higher standard are so, so important for you, your family, and your business. Be sure to check back on the earlier episodes with Ray (links in the show notes). Key Takeaways: Are your dreams for sale? When things get hard, instead of giving up, you gotta lean in! Hold yourself to your standards. Get people to call you out. You're never going to get more than whatever you think you're worth. Why does Ray love attending masterminds? By hanging out with amazing people, they help catch you and keep you to a higher standard. If people are not enhancing your life, why are you wasting your most valuable commodity (your time) on them? How do you turn an acquaintance into a true friend? Remember, relationships are built over time. People can tell if you're being fake or if you're being sincere and genuine. What kinds of benefits can you get from attending a high-level mastermind? When we pay — that's when we pay attention. You have to do your own pushups. No one else is going to do it for you. Make sure you're clear on what you want, not on what you think you want because you see other people's success. Ray is hosting a mastermind! Who is this event for? The growth process never stops. While we're breathing, we are growing. Mentioned in This Episode: I would greatly appreciate an iTunes Review :-) Flip Empire on iTunes Email Alex: Alex@FlipEmpire.com Episode 54: Timing is Everything in Real Estate! Episode 56: You're in Control of Your Deals! Connect w/ Ray about his next Mastermind Here (and tell him I sent you). Tweetables: "When things get hard, that's when you have to press in, that's when you have to lean in." "You're never going to get more than whatever you think you're worth." "Once you cut all the masks and show who you really are, that's how you build relationships." 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!