"Smoke Break" is a weekly micro-podcast designed specifically for convenience store district managers who oversee multiple locations. In just 5-10 minutes – perfect for a quick break – host Mike Hernandez delivers strategic insights and practical solutions for multi-unit management challenges. Each episode tackles essential topics like team delegation, standardization across stores, effective communication systems, and performance optimization strategies. Whether you're new to multi-unit man ...
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The Lifetime Cash Flow Through Real Estate Investing Podcast grants you access to expert real estate investors, syndicators, lenders, property managers and advisors. These experts share their stories, tips and advice on how they successfully built their businesses, and their fortunes, through multi-family real estate investing. Host Rod Khleif is a seasoned and passionate real estate investor who has personally owned and managed over 2000 apartments and homes. Rod has combined his passion fo ...
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The ultimate podcast for kids activity clubs! ClassForKids is an award-winning booking and management software trusted by 3000+ kids activity clubs. From dance schools to football academies to gymnastics clubs to multi-sports clubs, we’re here to help kids activity providers grow and scale their business. In the Club is monthly music to your ears! Okay, not literal music, but all the advice, tips and inspiration you need! Tune in to improve your business, hear inspirational stories and advic ...
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Ep #1,071 - MFRS - This Couple Built a 300-Unit Real Estate Portfolio In 4 Years (Exact Strategy)
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34:33Jay and Tana, managing partners at Neighborhood Capital Resources (NCR) and members of Rod's Warrior Group, bring decades of experience in residential lending and real estate investment. Jay, with nearly 30 years in lending and multifamily investing, focuses on sourcing and managing value-add deals, while Tana, with over 20 years in mortgage lendin…
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Ep #1,070 - The Power of Staying In Motion - Own Your Power Success Tip
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5:31From overcoming resistance like fear and limiting beliefs to adapting when setbacks occur, forward motion is the key to success. Whether it’s small steps or relentless action, progress comes by staying persistent and moving toward your goals. Even when things don’t go as planned, course-correcting keeps you on the path to achieving your dreams. Rem…
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Ep #1,069 - The Harsh Truth About Multifamily Investing in 2025
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46:25Wayne is the founder of CREI Partners, dedicated to helping busy professionals build generational wealth through passive real estate syndications. His firm manages over $50 million in assets across Texas, Louisiana, and Alabama, focusing on acquiring apartment communities and developing RV/Boat and business storage in strong markets. Wayne is commi…
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Episode 7: Mastering Merchandising in Your C-Store Network
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4:36Smoke Break - Episode 7: Mastering Multi-Store Merchandising Episode Duration: 8 minutes Join host Mike Hernandez as he shares strategic approaches to implementing effective merchandising across your store network. Learn how to create consistent yet locally-adapted merchandising strategies that drive sales and enhance customer experience. Episode O…
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Ep #1,068 - MFRS - The Playbook Behind Acquiring 200 Multi-Family Units in Just 12 Months
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27:34Ali Choucri is an Egyptian-American finance and real estate professional based in Massachusetts, specializing in senior housing acquisitions and developments across Greater Boston. A key contributor at Cougar Capital, he focuses on capital raising, marketing, and investor relations. His first major deal as a Warrior was acquiring a 196-unit senior …
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Ep #1,067 - The Power of Being Bold - Own Your Power Success Tip
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5:10Boldness means stepping into fearlessness, embracing who you are, and taking massive action toward your dreams. To live boldly is to break free from limiting beliefs, push past comfort zones, and take courageous steps toward your purpose. Boldness ignites self-belief, opens doors to opportunity, and attracts success. It's time to stop playing small…
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Ep #1,066 - How to Buy a Business with No Money Down (Step-by-Step)
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51:44Dwayne Kerrigan, a seasoned business leader with over 35 years of experience and nearly 30 ventures spanning 12 industries, is the host of a dynamic podcast spotlighting unsung yet highly successful entrepreneurs. Through in-depth conversations, Dwayne uncovers their personal journeys, hard-earned insights, and the strategies that fueled their succ…
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Episode 6: Building Strong Vendor Relationships
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5:05Smoke Break - Episode 6: Building Strong Vendor Partnerships Episode Duration: 8 minutes Join host Mike Hernandez as he reveals strategies for developing and maintaining powerful vendor relationships across your store network. Learn how to transform vendor interactions from simple transactions into strategic partnerships that drive success. Episode…
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Ep #1,065 - The Power of Operating From A Place of Excitement - Own Your Power Success Tip
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5:01When you're excited about what you do, it often means you're aligned with your mission and purpose. Learn how to overcome fear, avoid the comparison trap, and use excitement to propel you forward, no matter the obstacles. Let excitement guide your actions, spark creativity, and inspire those around you. Own your power with this Success Tip. For mor…
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Ep #1,064 - From Teenage Hustler to Real Estate Mogul
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41:58Morgan Ehrenzeller is an entrepreneur who, growing up in a small town of 700 people, made a promise at 13 to build a better life for his family. By 14, he had launched a software company, generating $1,000 a day in sales by 16. At 17, he purchased his first duplex, marking the start of his real estate journey. Now, at 27, Morgan privately owns 198 …
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Episode 5: Loss Prevention: Protecting Your C-Store Profits
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5:28Smoke Break - Episode 5: Multi-Store Loss Prevention Strategies Episode Duration: 8 minutes Join host Mike Hernandez as he shares comprehensive strategies for implementing effective loss prevention across your store network. Learn how to create consistent systems that protect profits while building a culture of accountability. Episode Overview Mast…
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Ep #1,063 - The Power of Tenacity - Own Your Power Success Tip
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5:01Tenacity is not just persistence—it's the unwavering determination to keep going, despite obstacles, setbacks, and fatigue. Drawing on examples from great leaders and successful people, we highlight how tenacity often outweighs talent and knowledge. Whether you're facing a small battle or a long-term challenge, it's the grit to continue that ultima…
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EP 37: Stories of Collaboration and Growth
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26:24Get in touch with us directly today Ever wondered what your choice of hat says about your personality? Or how a background in stilt walking can lead to a life in the circus? Join us as we kick off the year with a whimsical blend of personal reflections, industry insights, and entertaining anecdotes. We'll take you through the buzzing "Running Start…
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Ep #1,062 - How This 30-Year-Old Built a $15M Real Estate Business In 2.5 Years
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54:04Joseph McCabe is a dynamic Philadelphia entrepreneur and proud US Army veteran, known for founding and leading The Surefire Group to remarkable success. Under his leadership, the company earned a coveted spot on the INC 5000 list in 2022 as one of the fastest-growing businesses in the U.S. Beyond real estate, Joseph’s entrepreneurial reach extends …
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Ep #1,061 - The Power of Pushing Through Your Struggles - Own Your Power Success Tip
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4:43Embracing challenges and setbacks is key to growth, as nothing worthwhile comes without effort. By pushing through adversity, you'll discover the lessons and resilience needed for long-term triumph. Struggles don't define you, they fuel you. So stay strong, be grateful, and remember that every battle leads to a better version of yourself. The harde…
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Ep #1,060 - The Fastest Way To Close More Real Estate Deals in 2025
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18:38In today’s episode, Axel dives deep into strategies for securing better deals and building stronger pipelines. He shares tips on building rapport, establishing credibility, and using social proof to win over sellers and brokers. Whether through direct mail, email prospecting, or cold calling, Axel’s insider advice will help you stand out and close …
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Episode 4: Mastering Inventory Management in Your C-Store Network
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4:35Smoke Break - Episode 4: Mastering Multi-Store Inventory Management Episode Duration: 8 minutes Join host Mike Hernandez for essential strategies on managing inventory across multiple convenience store locations. Learn how to implement systems that keep your entire store network operating efficiently while maximizing profitability. Episode Overview…
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Ep #1,059 - MFRS - How She Scaled to 1,200+ Doors in Multifamily Real Estate
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28:50Jennifer Barner is the founder of Lighthouse Ventures and one of the first members of Rod's Warrior group, joining in 2017. She began her real estate career through the Rich Dad program and transitioned from single-family homes to multifamily properties, partnering with fellow Warriors on most of her deals. As a General Partner, she now manages 1,1…
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Ep #1,058 - The Power & Success That Comes Through Sacrifice - Own Your Power Success Tip
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4:12Success isn't just about what you're willing to do—it's about what you're willing to give up. By sacrificing short-term pleasures for long-term fulfillment, you can unlock the freedom and greatness that most people only dream of. Own your power with this Success Tip. For more about Rod and his real estate investing journey go to www.rodkhleif.com…
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Ep #1,057 - How This Scientist Built a Successful Real Estate Portfolio
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49:20George Roberts is a former award-winning data scientist and bioscientist, now fully devoted to commercial real estate. With nearly 800 citations in genomics, microbiology, and physiology, he repurposed his analytical expertise to make housing economics and finance exciting as "The Data Scientist of Real Estate" on YouTube. As the founder of Roberts…
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Episode 3: Elevating Customer Experience Across Your Convenience Store Network
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6:54Episode 3: Creating an Outstanding Customer Experience in Your Store Episode Duration: 8 minutes Join host Mike Hernandez as he shares proven strategies for building a customer-centric culture that will set your convenience store apart from the competition. Learn how to create memorable experiences that turn first-time visitors into loyal customers…
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Ep #1,056 - MFRS - From $0 To Now Managing 1400+ Units, How He Did It
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30:01Cain is a 34-year-old real estate investor, husband, and father. He transformed his financial journey from being broke at 25 to owning 190 units and serving as a limited partner in 140 more, including Avalon at Hermitage. Specializing in mobile home parks and multifamily properties, Cain co-owns a property management company overseeing 1,400 units …
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Ep #1,055 - The Importance of Clarity - Own Your Power Success Tip
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7:44Without clarity on what you want, it's impossible to achieve success. Explore how goals act as a roadmap to financial freedom, particularly in the multifamily real estate space, and emphasizes the value of documenting and revisiting goals regularly. Whether it's pushing through fear or achieving your dreams, having big goals is the key to making re…
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Ep #1,054 - The Key Strategies to Scale Your Real Estate Portfolio Fast
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53:15Andrew Hinton is a dynamic leader at GL Capital, heading Acquisitions, Development, Sales & Marketing, where he specializes in sourcing new projects, revitalizing assets, and driving sales strategies that deliver exceptional investor returns. As co-founder of Stork Property Management, a GL Capital subsidiary, he plays a key role in business growth…
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Episode 2: Harnessing Data Analytics in Convenience Store Management
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7:00Smoke Break - Episode 2: Harnessing Data Analytics in Convenience Store Management Episode Duration: 8 minutes Join host Mike Hernandez as he breaks down how district managers can leverage data analytics to drive performance across their store network. Learn practical approaches to collecting, analyzing, and acting on data to optimize your multi-st…
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Ep #1,053 - MFRS - The Fastest Way to Get Started in Multifamily Investing In 2025
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28:42Jon Potts is a dynamic real estate visionary who embarked on his journey six years ago, alongside his wife, transforming communities through house flipping. With an impressive portfolio of over 20 successful flips, Jon strategically transitioned into multifamily real estate. In March 2022, he joined the Warrior program, where he partnered with fell…
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Ep #1,052 - From Immigrant to 1,400 Units: How She Did It
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41:14Jazmin is a dynamic entrepreneur who launched her first business at 15 and has since excelled in customer service and sales across multiple industries. Armed with national and international business degrees, she co-authored Powerful Female Immigrants Vol II and founded SHE. With over four years of active land investing experience, Jazmin was a Co-S…
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Episode 1: Navigating Multi-Unit Convenience Store Management
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6:20In this premiere episode of "Smoke Break," host Mike Hernandez explores the fundamentals of multi-unit convenience store management. Learn essential strategies for effective delegation, establishing consistent communication systems, and maintaining standardization across store locations while allowing for local flexibility. Perfect for district man…
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Get in touch with us directly today Celebrate 2024 with the ClassForKids team. Steven and Bryan grab random people from right across the business to talk about adventures and accomplishments in 2024. You'll hear about the expansion of our global family with new members from Romania, and our dedication to people and processes, highlighted by our ISO…
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Ep #1,051 - MFRS - How These 24-Year-Olds Got Their First Real Estate Deal Under 90 Days
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36:29Brendan and Matt are lifelong best friends who founded Oak Nine Capital at the age of 24. Brendan’s real estate experience comes from managing a family office portfolio and working in private equity, focusing on acquisitions, asset management, and sourcing institutional capital. Matt, with a background at a Fortune 500 company, leverages his expert…
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