In this episode, Jonna sits down with Shawn Gwaltney, a seasoned business owner and investor based in St. Louis, Missouri, who shares how he transitioned from running a manufacturing company to building financial freedom through real estate. Drawing from over 30 years of entrepreneurial experience and his new book Fear to Fortune, Shawn unpacks how overcoming fear and taking that first step—while keeping your W2 or business—can open the door to life-changing results. He walks us through time-blocking strategies, mindset shifts, and the power of self-managing rentals to grow a sustainable portfolio, even as a busy entrepreneur or tradesperson.
In this episode, Jonna sits down with Shawn Gwaltney, a seasoned business owner and investor based in St. Louis, Missouri, who shares how he transitioned from running a manufacturing company to building financial freedom through real estate. Drawing from over 30 years of entrepreneurial experience and his new book Fear to Fortune, Shawn unpacks how overcoming fear and taking that first step—while keeping your W2 or business—can open the door to life-changing results. He walks us through time-blocking strategies, mindset shifts, and the power of self-managing rentals to grow a sustainable portfolio, even as a busy entrepreneur or tradesperson.
00:00 Introduction
00:46 Interview with Shawn Gwaltney Begins
01:35 Meet Our Guest!
02:09 Shawn’s Real Estate Insights
04:01 Shawn's Book: Fear to Fortune
04:19 Importance of Networking in Real Estate
04:57 Overcoming Fear in Real Estate Investing
06:55 Shawn's First Rental Property
09:27 Balancing Business and Real Estate
19:25 Managing Rental Properties
21:45 Introduction to Trusted Resources
22:30 Time Management for Entrepreneurs
24:25 Balancing Family and Business
27:06 The Importance of Self-Managing Rentals
32:09 The Role of Education in Real Estate Investing
35:31 The Value of Coaching and Mentorship
37:58 Shawn's Retirement and Future Plans
43:53 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
Connect with Shawn at www.shawngwaltney.com.
Shawn is offering a 15-minute phone call just for you - mention Jonna Weber to qualify.
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