We’re excited to introduce you to the always interesting and insightful Jamie Ambrose. We hope you’ll enjoy our conversation with Jamie below.
Jamie , thanks for joining us, excited to have you contributing your stories and insights. Can you open up about a risk you’ve taken – what it was like taking that risk, why you took the risk and how it turned out?
Taking risks in life is something I know all too well. I believe that taking a chance and getting out of my comfort zone is one of the best ways to grow and progress in life.I had been attending college and was on the path to a degree in nursing, but when the opportunity to start a business presented itself, I decided to drop out and take the risk. My first business failed, so I tried again with a different venture, only to have failed again. At this point, I began doing consulting work on the side, but that was slow, so I decided to take a chance and get into the field of real estate. I got my license right before COVID hit and I did over 500 showings, but still didn’t close anything. I kept pushing forward and was eventually blessed to get into the entertainment industry, working as a set operations grip full time. The industry definitely reminded me how much I missed being my own boss. After two years of consistency in the real estate industry I finally landed my first sale. I later was blessed to have met my future partner, in which now we operate a team within our brokerage. Our office is #1 in Long Beach and eventually our team will be as well, speaking this to existence! With an entrepreneurial mindset, I later received my life and health insurance license to compliment my real estate license. My goal is to create a one-stop agency to help clients invest and save money on taxes. I am proud of the risks I have taken in life because they have thought me valuable lessons and led me to where I am today. Taking a chance and getting out of my comfort zone has helped me to grow and progress in life and I am forever grateful for the experiences I have had along the way.
Jamie , love having you share your insights with us. Before we ask you more questions, maybe you can take a moment to introduce yourself to our readers who might have missed our earlier conversations?
Growing up, I was constantly surrounded by the hustle and bustle of my mom working three jobs to make ends meet. She was a single mother and had to work long hours to provide for our family of two. Despite this, she always had a positive attitude and encouraged me to strive for success.
My mom’s hard work and dedication inspired me to do better and set goals for my future. I knew I wanted to create financial freedom for my mom and my future family, so I decided to pursue a career in real estate and finance.
In short, my passion for helping people find their perfect home, my commitment to customer service, and my knowledge of the local market and background in finance sets me apart from other real estate consultants. With interest rates on the rise, housing affordability has declined in the current market. How I help people navigate through this, is through education and awareness.
It brings me great pleasure as a real estate consultant helping people find their dream home and begin their path of financial freedom. I get to meet people from all walks of life, and it’s so humbling to help them find the home that will be the foundation of their future.
Are there any books, videos, essays or other resources that have significantly impacted your management and entrepreneurial thinking and philosophy?
Jim Rohn and Hal Elrod’s “Miracle Equation” have been major influences in my life and have impacted my thinking and philosophy. When I first encountered Jim Rohn’s work, I was immediately struck by his words about self-improvement and personal growth. His words resonated deeply with me as I was in the middle of a difficult time in my life. He spoke about the importance of investing in yourself, taking responsibility and control of your life, and learning how to be the best version of yourself. His words and teachings motivated me to take the steps to move forward and make positive changes in my life.
Hal Elrod’s “Miracle Equation” was the next step in my journey. His teachings provided me with a framework to take action. He taught me how to break big goals into smaller actionable steps and how to persist even when things seemed impossible. His teachings helped to instill a sense of confidence in me and gave me the courage to pursue my dreams.
Finally, my faith has been the foundation of my thinking and philosophy. My faith has taught me to be patient and to trust in God’s plan for my life. It has also taught me to have faith in myself, to never give up and to keep striving towards my goals.
Together, Jim Rohn, Hal Elrod and my faith have had a major impact on my thinking and philosophy. They have given me the courage and motivation to take action and to never give up on my dreams. They have helped to shape who I am today and I am forever thankful for the lessons that they have taught me.
Do you have any insights you can share related to maintaining high team morale?
I would start by setting clear expectations and goals for the team to work towards. This will help them stay focused and motivated. I would also provide them with the necessary resources and support to help them succeed in their tasks.
I would also work to build a team culture that fosters collaboration and open communication. I would ensure that team members feel comfortable to share their ideas and concerns and that their efforts are acknowledged and appreciated.
I would also ensure that each team member receives regular feedback on their progress. This will help them stay motivated to continue performing well and will help them understand what areas they need to focus on to improve.
Finally, I would make sure to reward team members for their progress and hard work. This could include gifts, verbal praise, or an outing to celebrate the team’s success. Taking the time to recognize the team’s accomplishments can go a long way in keeping morale high.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://jacashoffer.com/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jarealestatellc/?next=%2F
- Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-ambrose-5400561ab/