
405 | Scaling TOO Quickly?
In this episode, Chaz Wolfe chats with entrepreneur Tyler Markham about his journey into business ownership, his decision-making process, and the value of having a "wingman". Tyler shares a book recommendation, his thoughts on masterminding, and what he would do if he lost it all.
Key Points
- Understanding who you are, including your strengths and weaknesses, is crucial for making the right hires and building a successful team around you.
- Joining a mastermind or networking group can offer invaluable insights and strategies, potentially saving time and money by learning from others' experiences.
- Scaling too quickly without proper systems and the right people in place can lead to costly mistakes and setbacks in your business.
Meet Tyler Markham, the mastermind behind TradeMark Homebuyers. Hailing from Charleston, West Virginia, Tyler dove headfirst into real estate back in 2015 and has been on a meteoric rise ever since. With a whopping 300+ deals under his belt, he's charted success across fix-and-flips, wholesales, land installments, and even the bustling world of AirBnB.
Today, Chaz Wolfe pulls back the curtain with Tyler to uncover the tenacity it takes to thrive, the traps of hasty growth, the power of self-awareness, and those defining moments that have shaped his journey. If you're looking to ignite your growth journey, you don't want to miss Tyler's game-changing insights. 🔥 Tune in NOW!
Notable Quotes
“A lot of us never start something because we're scared.” - Tyler Markham
“Do it if God called you to it.” - Tyler Markham
“I was doing everything ‘cause I didn't systematize anything.” - Tyler Markham
“Write out the things that you think drive you nuts and suck the life out of you and literally force yourself to write ‘em down and then figure out how to systematize them.” - Tyler Markham
“You have to start with understanding who you are.” - Tyler Markham
“At periods of time, you've gotta slow down enough to learn yourself. You've gotta slow down enough to have the time to realize that you need to hire the person.” - Chaz Wolfe (Host)
“How does the grind treat you? Like, is it as cool as you thought it was? Because it's usually not.” - Tyler Markham
“Someone who has multiple businesses in different industries? It did not happen all at once.” - Chaz Wolfe (Host)
“Putting the wrong people - um, probably the right people, but in the wrong seats - has definitely cost me.” - Tyler Markham
“At the end of the day, man, you can't afford not to get some higher level help, and the good help costs money.” - Tyler Markham
Books and Resources Recommended:
Traction by Gino Wickman: https://www.amazon.com/Traction-Get-Grip-Your-Business/dp/1936661837 Rocket Fuel by Gino Wickman: https://www.amazon.com/Rocket-Fuel-Essential-Combination-Business/dp/1942952317
Let’s Connect!
Tyler Markham: Website: https://trademarkhomebuyers.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tyler.markham.79 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@tylerbuyshouses2557 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tylerbuysapartments/
Chaz Wolfe (Host):
Linktree: https://linktr.ee/chazwolfe Website: www.gatheringthekings.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chazwolfe/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gatheringthekings Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gatheringthekings LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/chaz-wolfe-86767054/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/91415421/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chazwolfe_kings Youtube: https://youtube.com/@gatheringthekings
For more information on Gathering The Kings Peer to Peer Mastermind Group: https://go.oncehub.com/TheExceptionalLife
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