Creating Value in Real Estate Beyond Transactions with Ken Ashley
Send us a text How do relationships and mindset shape success in the competitive world of commercial real estate? In this episode of Weiss Advice, Yonah speaks with commercial real estate veteran Ken Ashley, who brings years of experience and wisdom from his extensive career. Ken shares his journey from humble beginnings in the industry to becoming a leader who values relationship-building, mental resilience, and community engagement. Through personal anecdotes and practical insights, Ken discusses the power of gratitude, the importance of focusing on others, and how to maintain a growth-oriented mindset in the face of challenges. [00:01 - 06:18] The Road to Real EstateKen"s start in real estate, inspired by a chance encounterThe impact of mentorship and the value of a helping handBalancing personal challenges with professional goals [06:19 - 12:25] Mastering Relationship-BuildingThe 70-30 rule: How focusing on others fosters connectionsThe McKay 66 principle: Remembering details that matter to peopleThe importance of active listening and reading body language [12:26 - 18:08] Influence and Social Media in Real EstateThe creation of the CREI List during COVID-19Networking in the digital age and its long-term impactThe "abundance mentality" as a key to career growth [18:09 - 24:58] Mental Health and Maintaining PerspectiveThe “golf ball” metaphor for balancing blessings and challengesThe role of gratitude in personal and professional lifePrioritizing mental wellness as a foundation for success [24:59 - 31:54] Giving Back to the CommunityEngaging in local communities and finding purpose outside of workHow community work opens unexpected doors in businessPractical advice on getting involved with non-profit boards and fundraising Connect with Ken: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kenashleyatlanta Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kenashley/?hl=en LEAVE A 5-STAR REVIEW by clicking this link. WHERE CAN I LEARN MORE? Be sure to follow me on the below platforms: Subscribe to the podcast on Apple, Spotify, Google, or Stitcher. LinkedIn Youtube Exclusive Facebook Group www.yonahweiss.com None of this could be possible without the awesome team at Buzzsprout. They make it easy to get your show listed on every major podcast platform. Tweetable Quotes: “People generally don’t care what you know; they care about what you know about them.” - Ken Ashley “The abundance mentality is, in fact, the cheat code for a happy life.” - Ken Ashley “Your success is about perspe Support the show
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