Real Estate isn't Rocket Science with Chad Zdenek

<p>In today’s episode, Jeff interviews Chad Zdenek in Los Angeles, California. Chad started as a civil engineer working on a spaceship and took a risk on helping his brother in the lighting business.  After scaling the lighting business, Chad started Real Estate full-time and is on track to obtaining his freedom day. </p> <p><br></p> <p>Chad and Jeff discuss:</p> <p><br></p> <ol> <li><p>Chad tells his story: went to college for civil engineering.</p> </li> <li><p>Out of college he got a full-time gig working on a space shuttle.</p> </li> <li><p>Seven years later he took a 50% pay cut and worked with his brother. </p> </li> <li><p>Eighteen years later he sold some of his ownership in the company. </p> </li> <li><p>Started commercial real estate full time as a syndicator. </p> </li> <li><p>Works with 8-10 investors and is looking to do deals outside of California.</p> </li> <li><p>Education and Networking are keys to success in Real Estate. </p> </li> <li><p>Real Estate is slow and steady and compounds over time. </p> </li> <li><p>Investing in paid mentorships and masterminds are important for growth. </p> <p><br></p> </li> </ol> <p>Fast Five Questions</p> <ol> <li><p>If you woke up and your business was gone, you have $500, a laptop, a place to live, and food, what would you do first? “Spend the money networking with other people and find some partners.”</p> </li> <li><p>What is the biggest mistake that you have made in business? “Procrastinating in the lighting business putting together big proposals.”</p> </li> <li><p>What is a book that you would recommend? “Start with why by Simon Sinek.”</p> </li> <li><p>What is a tool that you use everyday that you would recommend? “Trello.” </p> </li> <li><p>What is your definition of freedom? “(2) Freedom Camps, freedom financially and freedom with my time.”</p> </li> <li><p>What is the best way to contact you? “@CSQproperties on Linkedin, Instagram and Facebook. Website: <a href="https://csqproperties.com/">csqproperties.com</a>” </p> </li> </o