168: Eric Kulbe’s Playbook for Success: Lessons from Pro Sports and Business

168: Eric Kulbe’s Playbook for Success: Lessons from Pro Sports and Business

Author: Will Grimes and Eli Schmidt October 7, 2024 Duration: 1:50:49

In this episode, Will and Eli sit down with Eric Kulbe, a well-established professional in the mortgage and real estate. Eric opens up about his journey from playing professional baseball to becoming a successful lender, while constantly seeking ways to better himself, both personally and professionally.

The conversation covers Eric’s unique approach to balancing personal growth and career success, touching on his experience with the 75 Hard program and his three-day method for managing time. We'll also explore how Eric defines success beyond financial gain, and how his disciplined routines and focus on results help him maintain balance in all aspects of life.

Chapters

00:00

Celebrating Milestones and Friendships

10:25

The Journey of Self-Improvement

20:04

Defining Success Beyond Financial Gains

30:19

The Importance of Family and Presence

40:08

Creating a Structured Daily Routine

50:43

The Power of Consistency and Adaptability

55:30

Embracing Our Brokenness

58:10

The Grind of Life

01:00:02

The Importance of Awareness

01:02:23

Building Relationships Through Content

01:05:10

Reflections on Turning 40

01:08:02

The Power of Video and Social Media

01:12:43

Documenting the Journey

01:15:06

Finding Your Path in Business

01:19:34

The Role of Coaching and Mentorship

01:22:27

Adjusting Expectations

01:25:14

The Evolution of Professional Appearance

01:30:23

Authenticity in Business

01:35:07

The Value of Saying No

01:39:26

Looking Ahead to the Future


In a crowded field of get-rich-quick schemes and superficial advice, Real Estate Re-Defined offers a different path. Co-hosts Will Grimes and Eli Schmidt built their own successful practices from the ground up, and they understand the daily grind and strategic decisions that separate a fleeting side hustle from a lasting enterprise. Will, a Marine Corps veteran, applies a disciplined, no-nonsense leadership philosophy to the business, while Eli provides the operational savvy. Together, they move past the industry clichés. You won't find rehashed cold calling scripts or cheerleading for outdated tactics here. Instead, each episode is a deep dive into the practical systems, the necessary mindset shifts, and the adaptable strategies that actually work in the current market. They discuss building a genuine brand, creating efficient workflows that free up your time, and developing the resilience to handle inevitable setbacks. This podcast is for the agent or investor who is tired of the noise and ready to do the real work of constructing a business that thrives long-term, not just survives the next transaction. Listen to Will and Eli for candid conversations, hard-won lessons, and a redefined perspective on what sustainable success in real estate truly requires.
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