The Art of Passive Income Podcast

Mark Podolsky: Real Estate Investor, transparent mentor and certified geek

Mark Podolsky (AKA The Land Geek) and Scott Todd from scotttodd.net are successful land investors, land investing coaches and committed to helping you break out of solo-economic dependency. Discover why Land Investing is The Best Passive Income Model (no physical inventory, a one-time sale, recurring revenue, a built-in incentive for the buyer to continue paying, and low competition). Learn about strategies, skills and helpful tips that will help you grow your Passive Income through Land Investing and other passive models.

  • 44 minutes 42 seconds
    Reasons Why People Chose Land Investing As The Right Business For Them

    Listen in as the geeks discussed:

    • Why land investing?
    • Land business vs. Long term rentals.
    • Land flipping vs. House flipping.
    • Less risk in land investing.
    • The emphasis on processes.
    • Land investing vs. the corporate world.

    Mark also discussed the benefit of having the Land Geek community. 

     

    TIP OF THE WEEK

    Stephanie: Read The Gifts of Imperfection by Brene Brown. Dive into how vulnerability and letting go of unrealistic expectations can positively impact your business and personal relationships. Brene’s work encourages you to embrace your true self, making authentic connections with others.

     

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    Did you like this episode? If so, listen to another AOPI episode to hear more about land investing tips that can help your land business.

    "Are you ready to learn more about land investing? Just click HERE to schedule a call."

    "Isn’t it time to create passive income so you can work where you want when you want, and with whomever you want?"

    12 November 2024, 9:30 am
  • 37 minutes 47 seconds
    Why Flipping Land Is Better Than Flipping Houses

    Listen in as Dana discussed:

    • How she came into land investing.
    • Her favorite deal.
    • Her biggest challenge in the land business. 
    • Her Flight School experience. 
    • Why she joined the coaching program. 
    • What she would have done differently. 
    • How she keeps her sanity. 

    Dana also discussed how her life has changed since she got into land investing. 

     

    TIP OF THE WEEK

    Dana: Read Dirt Rich by Mark Podolsky, and apply its strategies to change your life. Leverage the practical insights from the book to start your journey toward passive income with land investing.

    Mark: Check out Dana's work at buylotsofgoodness.com. Explore how she's making land investing simple and effective, and see how you can apply her methods to grow your own portfolio.

     

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    Did you like this episode? If so, listen to another AOPI episode to hear more about land investing tips that can help your land business.

    "Are you ready to learn more about land investing? Just click HERE to schedule a call."

    "Isn’t it time to create passive income so you can work where you want when you want, and with whomever you want?"

    5 November 2024, 9:30 am
  • 39 minutes 51 seconds
    How Much Work Does It Take To Be Successful in the Land Business

    Listen in as they discuss:

    • Putting in the reps.
    • Desiring a better life.
    • Showing up and doing the work.
    • Learning how to be good at land investing. 

    They also discussed the importance of focusing on a single goal and being resilient.

     

    TIP OF THE WEEK

    Jeff: Refine your pricing strategy by offering tiered options. Implement a "good-better-best" pricing model on your website to provide potential customers with choices, increasing the likelihood of a sale. This approach helps guide customers toward decisions without needing extensive sales conversations.

     

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    Did you like this episode? If so, listen to another AOPI episode to hear more about land investing tips that can help your land business.

    "Are you ready to learn more about land investing? Just click HERE to schedule a call."

    "Isn’t it time to create passive income so you can work where you want when you want, and with whomever you want?"

     

    29 October 2024, 8:30 am
  • 28 minutes 11 seconds
    How to Avoid a Land Investing Experience that Costs Fifty Thousand Dollars

    Listen in as Mark and Tate discussed:

    • Their first land deal experience. 
    • $50,000 lesson.
    • Analysis paralysis.
    • Why are people fearful? 

    Mark and Tate also shared why mentorship is important for us to reach our goals. 

     

    TIP OF THE WEEK

    Tate: Download TalkTastic (available for Mac users) to streamline your writing process. This free app allows you to dictate text, transcribe it, and then use AI to clean up your draft. It's perfect for entrepreneurs who prefer talking over typing—boost productivity in writing emails, documents, or book drafts by using this tool across applications like Google Docs or Slack.

     

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    Did you like this episode? If so, listen to another AOPI episode to hear more about land investing tips that can help your land business.

    "Are you ready to learn more about land investing? Just click HERE to schedule a call."

    "Isn’t it time to create passive income so you can work where you want when you want, and with whomever you want?"

    22 October 2024, 8:30 am
  • 35 minutes 54 seconds
    How a Serial Corporate America Person Ended Up as a Land Investor

    Listen in as Cheryl discussed:

    • How she found the Land Geek. 
    • How Flight School helped her to be successful. 
    • What made her want to go to coaching?
    • How she grew her team and her business. 
    • What coaching really is. 
    • Her favorite deal. 
    • 25 deals in her 1st year
    • How her life changed 18 months later.
    • The love of her life. 

    Mark and Cheryl also discussed that the land business is a numbers game. 

     

    TIP OF THE WEEK

    Cheryl: Embrace self-reflection by reading The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz. Focus on being impeccable with your word, not taking things personally, and always doing your best. These principles can transform your personal and business relationships, building trust and improving your effectiveness in sales.

    Mark: Share your lists or properties on Landmodo.com, and check out Cheryl's properties on there. Additionally, enhance your marketing by experimenting with AI tools like ChatGPT and Claude.ai. Use these tools to draft marketing copy, but remember they'll only get you 80% of the way. Always review and refine before using the output to save time while maintaining quality.

     

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    Did you like this episode? If so, listen to another AOPI episode to hear more about the land investing students who have made it in the land business.

    "Are you ready to learn more about land investing? Just click HERE to schedule a call."

    "Isn’t it time to create passive income so you can work where you want when you want, and with whomever you want?

    15 October 2024, 8:30 am
  • 53 minutes 57 seconds
    How to Get to Know Anyone in Business and In Life with Michael Roderick

    Listen in as Michael discussed:

    • From high school teacher to Broadway producer. 
    • Getting someone comfortable in something uncomfortable. 
    • His favorite lifeguard question. 
    • How to connect without being awkward. 
    • What makes someone referable? 

    Michael also shares what AIM and LESS mean. 

     

    TIP OF THE WEEK

    Michael: Leverage the indirect ask. Instead of directly asking for something, approach your request by seeking ideas or feedback. This method encourages creativity and often leads to unexpected opportunities, like valuable connections or resources. Try it the next time you need help with a challenge!

    Mark: Measure your brand's referability. Visit myreferabilityrater.com to get an actionable score on how referable your brand is. This tool will help you assess areas like accessibility, which are key to growing your business through word-of-mouth marketing.

     

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    Did you like this episode? If so, listen to another AOPI episode to learn more about how to grow your business. 

    "Are you ready to learn more about land investing? Just click HERE to schedule a call."

    "Isn’t it time to create passive income so you can work where you want when you want, and with whomever you want?"

    8 October 2024, 8:30 am
  • 18 minutes 47 seconds
    Facing Fear, Uncertainty and Doubt by Doing It Dirty, Ugly and Scared

    Listen in as Mark and Kirk discussed:

    • Fear, Uncertainty & Doubt (FUD)
    • Dirty, Ugly & Scared (DUS)

    Mark and Kirk also shared that nothing worth doing is easy. 

     

    TIP OF THE WEEK

    Kirk: Embrace the dip. Read The Dip by Seth Godin to understand how persistence through challenging phases can lead to success. This book reminds you that the toughest parts of your journey are opportunities for growth—commit to pushing through for the reward on the other side.

    Mark: Explore the power of belonging. Check out Tribe: On Homecoming and Belonging by Sebastian Junger. This book explores the profound sense of connection and purpose found in adversity and community, offering powerful insights for those navigating challenges in both business and life.

     

    WANT TO LISTEN MORE?

    Did you like this episode? If so, listen to another AOPI episode to hear more about the land investing students who have made it in the land business.

    "Are you ready to learn more about land investing? Just click HERE to schedule a call."

    "Isn’t it time to create passive income so you can work where you want when you want, and with whomever you want?"

    1 October 2024, 8:30 am
  • 28 minutes 28 seconds
    How Creating Content on TikTok Can Help Grow the Business

    Listen in as Melissa discussed:

    • How she became a TikTok star.
    • TikTok is not only a platform for young people.
    • How to monetize your videos on TikTok.
    • Using influencers to promote your business.
    • Giving out valuable content in 15 secs.
    • Psychographics.
    • Repurposing content.
    • Using ChatGPT to make content.

    Melissa also shares her thoughts on what makes a good client and how to get more followers on TikTok. 

     

    TIP OF THE WEEK

    Melissa: Embrace the cringe and just post the video. Start creating content even if it feels awkward at first. You never know which piece of content might resonate and impact others. For a free resource to help define your goals and message, visit melissaleahughes.com and check out “Three Steps to Brand Clarity.” 

    Mark: Check out melissaleahughes.com. Melissa's website offers incredible insights, especially her books. If you're a parent, don't miss her children's book inspired by her viral TikTok. Visit melissaleahughes.com to learn more and access her valuable resources for both personal and business growth.

     

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    Did you like this episode? If so, listen to another AOPI episode to hear more about passive income and how to create wealth by changing the way we think. 

    "Are you ready to learn more about land investing? Just click HERE to schedule a call."

    "Isn’t it time to create passive income so you can work where you want when you want, and with whomever you want?"

    24 September 2024, 8:30 am
  • 28 minutes 35 seconds
    How to Create Wealth by Changing the Way We Think with Russ Morgan

    Listen in as Russ discussed:

    • Why they wrote a book. 
    • How do we get our own ways financially?
    • Infinite banking. 
    • The concept of debt. 
    • Learning how to build passive income. 

    Russ also discussed the more you know the more you don’t know. 

     

    TIP OF THE WEEK

    Russ: Explore new ways to enhance your learning and innovation skills by following the YouTube channel Smarter Every Day. Start with “The Backwards Bicycle" episode, and you'll discover fascinating insights that can reshape how you think about problem-solving and improvement in your business.

     

    Mark: Dive deeper into building passive income by visiting wealthwithoutwallstreet.com/artofpassiveincome. Get their book, Three Steps to Freedom Through Passive Income, and read it three times to fully absorb the practical steps for gaining financial freedom.

     

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    Did you like this episode? If so, listen to another AOPI episode to hear more about how to create wealth and passive income. 

    "Are you ready to learn more about land investing? Just click HERE to schedule a call."

    "Isn’t it time to create passive income so you can work where you want when you want, and with whomever you want?"

     

    17 September 2024, 8:30 am
  • 28 minutes 37 seconds
    How Corey Geary Transitioned His Life from Real Estate Investing to Crypto

    Listen in as Corey discussed:

    • How he started with real estate. 
    • Why he went with crypto? 
    • How is crypto an asset class that can generate passive income?
    • Doing due diligence on how crypto works.
    • What is a coin and a blockchain? 

    Corey also shares why crypto is the highest appreciating asset class known to mankind. 

     

    TIP OF THE WEEK

    Corey: Focus on self-development. Dive into books like The Untethered Soul by Michael Singer and Outwitting the Devil by Napoleon Hill to transform your mindset. Start by building self-love and self-respect to unlock the abundance in your life, and let that be your 'why' for growth.

    Mark: Learn from the experts. Explore DeFi Cash Flow Systems at deficashflowsystems.com to educate yourself about navigating the crypto market safely and avoiding costly mistakes. Leverage this resource to build a sustainable and passive income strategy.

     

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    Did you like this episode? If so, listen to another AOPI episode to hear more about how to live the life you want.

    "Are you ready to learn more about land investing? Just click HERE to schedule a call."

    "Isn’t it time to create passive income so you can work where you want when you want, and with whomever you want?"

    10 September 2024, 8:30 am
  • 30 minutes 2 seconds
    How to Invest for Cashflow in Mobile Home Parks and Parking Garages

    Listen in as Kevin discussed:

    • His whole idea of investing for cash flow.
    • Why mobile home parks?
    • Interest rates affecting the investment strategy. 
    • Competitive advantage.
    • Why invest in parking lots?

    Kevin also shares that people are still heavily reliant on driving their own vehicles. 

     

    TIP OF THE WEEK

    Kevin: Reread impactful books like The Go-Giver by Bob Burg to reinforce valuable lessons at key moments in your life. This short, powerful book can provide fresh insights and motivation, especially when planning or revisiting important initiatives. 

    Mark: Explore real estate investment opportunities with accredited platforms like investwithsunrise.com. This can diversify your income streams and offer tax benefits, helping you grow your wealth while learning about new asset classes.

     

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    Did you like this episode? If so, listen to another AOPI episode to hear more about financial freedom and real estate investing. 

    "Are you ready to learn more about land investing? Just click HERE to schedule a call."

    "Isn’t it time to create passive income so you can work where you want when you want, and with whomever you want?"

    3 September 2024, 8:30 am
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