We were lucky to catch up with Adrian Francois recently and have shared our conversation below.
Adrian, looking forward to hearing all of your stories today. If you’re open to it, can you talk to us about the best (or worst) investment you’ve made. What’s the backstory and the relevant context behind why you made the investment
The best investments you’ve made reflect a strategic blend of entrepreneurial ventures, financial acumen, and innovative thinking. Here’s a detailed breakdown:
### **E-Commerce: Dropshipping and Selling Physical Products**
My expertise in e-commerce, leveraging **Amazon** for its scalability and fulfillment network alongside **TikTok** for its viral marketing potential, has revolutionized how you approach selling physical products. By mastering TikTok’s algorithm to drive traffic and sales, and pairing it with Amazon’s infrastructure, we created seamless systems for product discovery, distribution, and profit generation.
### **Insurance Industry and Residual Income**
My investment in the insurance industry goes beyond immediate returns, building long-term **residual income streams**. As policies renew over the years, this passive income becomes a stable financial foundation. This focus on a business model with compounding returns ensures your efforts today will yield ongoing benefits, providing our company with financial security and growth potential far into the future.
### **Cryptocurrency Investment**
Being a significant holder of **Qtel/Sol ** reflects our forward-thinking mindset.
– **Qtel/Solana**, known for its high-speed transactions and robust ecosystem, complements your focus on scalable and innovative technologies.
These crypto investments position us for potential exponential growth in the digital finance world, further diversifying your financial portfolio.
### **IntelligentVacation.com**
My investment in **www.intelligentVacation.com** combines personal passion with business opportunity. Not only do I travel at a fraction of the cost, but as licensed travel advisors, we have also created a business model that benefits others while funding your own adventures. By merging travel with entrepreneurship, we have turned leisure into another profitable avenue, reinforcing your ability to generate multiple income streams.
### **The Power of Strategic Diversification**
My investments in e-commerce, insurance, cryptocurrency, and the travel industry highlight a commitment to residual income, scalability, and personal fulfillment.
– **E-commerce** ensures consistent cash flow.
– **Insurance** builds long-term passive income.
– **Cryptocurrency** taps into emerging technologies and high-growth opportunities.
– **IntelligentVacation.com** merges lifestyle and business, creating a unique value proposition.
Together, these ventures represent a balanced, innovative approach to wealth-building and personal freedom, securing your financial future while allowing you to enjoy life to the fullest.
Great, appreciate you sharing that with us. Before we ask you to share more of your insights, can you take a moment to introduce yourself and how you got to where you are today to our readers.
My journey exemplifies a powerful combination of resilience, discipline, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. Starting at 18, diving into insurance sales and music production required focus and the ability to push past distractions, including challenges with the law. Instead of succumbing to setbacks, you used those experiences to sharpen your talents and cultivate the skills necessary to deliver unparalleled value to your clients.
### **Your Achievements and Ventures**
Through **Intelligent.ai LLC**, I have built a multifaceted enterprise that embodies integrity and innovation. Key highlights include:
1. **Health and Life Insurance Sales**:
– Offering tailored insurance solutions to meet the diverse needs of clients.
– Helping low-income families save money with affordable insurance plans and telecom services.
– Providing tools for long-term financial stability while creating passive income opportunities.
2. **E-Commerce Investments**:
– Leveraging platforms like Amazon and TikTok to establish profitable, scalable businesses.
– Sharing investment strategies that enable clients to maximize their returns.
3. **Cryptocurrency Holdings**:
– Being an active investor in high-growth assets like Qtel/Solana (
– Offering insights into blockchain opportunities to diversify and future-proof client portfolios.
4. **Creative Ventures**:
– Producing movies and music, reflecting my ability to blend business with passion.
– Building a portfolio that extends beyond traditional industries, showcasing versatility.
5. **www.IntelligentVacation.com**:
– Acquiring and growing a travel company that offers cost-effective solutions while licensing advisors.
### **Your Values and Vision**
My ability to overcome personal and professional challenges has shaped your approach to business. At **Intelligent.ai**, we focus on:
– **Integrity**: Ensuring all services and products meet the highest standards of honesty and quality.
– **Client-Centered Solutions**: Educating clients on investments and offering services designed to secure their future.
– **Empowerment**: Creating systems that generate passive income while making essential services accessible to underserved communities.
### **Inspiring Clients Through Leadership**
We want clients to know that your offerings—whether in insurance, e-commerce, or crypto investments—are backed by years of hard work, ethical practices, and a dedication to excellence. By building trust and maintaining integrity, I have created an environment where clients feel confident in their investments and their ability to achieve financial freedom.
My story of perseverance is an inspiration, serving as proof that challenges can be transformed into opportunities for growth and success.
Are there any books, videos or other content that you feel have meaningfully impacted your thinking?
Here’s a list of notable books by **Dale Carnegie**, **Deepak Chopra**, and **Napoleon Hill**:
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### **Dale Carnegie**
1. *How to Win Friends and Influence People* (1936)
2. *How to Stop Worrying and Start Living* (1948)
3. *The Quick and Easy Way to Effective Speaking* (1962)
4. *Lincoln the Unknown* (1932)
5. *The Art of Public Speaking* (Co-authored with Joseph Berg Esenwein, 1915)
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### **Deepak Chopra**
1. *The Seven Spiritual Laws of Success: A Practical Guide to the Fulfillment of Your Dreams* (1994)
2. *Perfect Health: The Complete Mind/Body Guide* (1989)
3. *The Book of Secrets: Unlocking the Hidden Dimensions of Your Life* (2004)
4. *Ageless Body, Timeless Mind: The Quantum Alternative to Growing Old* (1993)
5. *Creating Affluence: The A-to-Z Steps to a Richer Life* (1993)
6. *Reinventing the Body, Resurrecting the Soul: How to Create a New You* (2009)
7. *Quantum Healing: Exploring the Frontiers of Mind/Body Medicine* (1989)
8. *You Are the Universe: Discovering Your Cosmic Self and Why It Matters* (2017)
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### **Napoleon Hill**
1. *Think and Grow Rich* (1937)
2. *Success Through a Positive Mental Attitude* (Co-authored with W. Clement Stone, 1959)
3. *You Can Work Your Own Miracles* (1952)
4. *Outwitting the Devil
Can you tell us about a time you’ve had to pivot?
At 21, i reached a significant milestone, earning my first $100,000 early in my insurance career. This achievement, however, was met with an unexpected challenge. A friend i were working with who helped me achieved this fate was unable to contain his jealousy, dismissed you with the words, “Good, you made 100k. Now do it again. Good luck.”
That moment, though disheartening, became a defining turning point. It opened my eyes to the reality that you couldn’t rely on others for your success. I realized the need to pivot and focus on becoming indispensable in your field. Rather than letting the setback defeat me, i channeled your energy into building something greater.
*The Pivot to Lead Generation and Marketing**
Determined to succeed, I dove into lead generation and marketing—a space where you could control your outcomes and create your own opportunities. I took the skills and knowledge i had gained and turned them into a thriving business model. My ability to generate high-quality leads and market effectively allowed me to offer services to the very same people who had doubted or left
me behind.
### **Resilience and Redemption**
This experience showcased your resilience:
– **Turning Adversity Into Opportunity**: Instead of dwelling on the betrayal, i have used it as fuel to build a business that thrived independently.
– **Outsmarting the Challenge**: By mastering lead generation and marketing, you not only recovered but also created a recurring revenue stream that cemented your value in the industry.
– **Earning Respect**: I proved my worth not just to myself , but to your peers, transforming their skepticism into respect by delivering value they couldn’t ignore.
This chapter of my life is a testament to your ability to rise above challenges, adapt, and thrive. It reflects your unwavering commitment to excellence, independence, and the determination to succeed on your own terms.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.intelligentVacation.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/francoisahgod?igsh=ZTY3N3pqZ3g3c2J2&utm_source=qr
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/198zSjkJQ1/?mibextid=wwXIfr
- Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adrian-francois-125b542ba?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app
- Twitter: https://x.com/bbcjean?s=21
- Youtube: https://youtube.com/@francoisahgodvevo?si=PFAygVcYgSpo0OUb
- Other: https://youtube.com/@qtpts6?si=OKwU5NLjhydnMtWc
