Ep 203 - Building a Personal Brand with Michael Elefante

Mike and E chat with guest Mike Elefante, a successful short-term rental investor and coach. The conversation covers Mike's transition from a dissatisfying corporate job to achieving financial freedom through short-term rentals. Mike shares insights into scaling his business, the importance of building a personal brand, and taking on new ventures like launching an investment fund. The discussion also touches on lifestyle aspirations, including travel and family life, and the significance of mentorship and leadership in business growth. 00:00 Introduction and Behind the Scenes Effort 00:18 Welcome Back to the Podcast 00:28 Life in the States vs. Italy 02:11 Guest Introduction: Mike Elefante 05:07 Mike Elefante's Journey to Financial Freedom 09:52 The Camper Van Experience 13:04 Business Ventures and Coaching 15:14 Future Dreams and Leadership Insights 19:48 The Importance of Mentorship 20:39 Join Our Free Facebook Community 22:32 Efficient Portfolio Management 23:22 The Power of Masterminds 24:26 Balancing Growth and Comfort Zones 25:39 The Importance of Mentorship 29:57 Launching a New Investment Fund 34:06 Building a Personal Brand 40:19 Final Thoughts and Advice Michael Elefante's Bio Michael Elefante owns 8 STRs. He owns home team vacation rentals and Somerled designs. Michael is also an online educator, an industry thought leader. and a published author. Connect with Michael www.instagram.com/melefante6 Connect with the Hosts Michael Sjogren: Short Term Rental Secrets Facebook Group | Clubhouse | Instagram | Youtube | Facebook Page | Linkedin https://linktr.ee/mikesjogren Emanuele Pani: Clubhouse | Instagram | Facebook | Linkedin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices