Secrets To Abundant Living

In this episode, Amy welcomes Chad Sutton to chat about the importance of relationships and reputation in navigating life's challenges as well as the 'abundance lessons' he learned from his career and family. Chad shares insights from his career transition from engineering to real estate, underscoring the significance of a mindset that goes beyond financial gain to include time freedom and giving...

In this episode, Amy Sylvis, Founder & Principal of Sylvis Capital, reacts to the recent US election–focusing on how Trump's administration will affect the commercial real estate landscape and our overall investment strategies. She breaks down the Federal Reserve's second rate cut, the nuances of inflation metrics, the housing shortage, immigration policy, the impact of tariffs, and more. Amy offe...

Today, we throwback to a presentation that Amy Sylvis gave at a summit in which she shares personal stories of the realities of living with cystic fibrosis and how she fought through difficult times to live her dream.  Despite the debilitating nature of this condition, Amy was able to create an abundant life by employing the daily practice that she breaks down step-by-step in this episode. This me...

This episode, you can expect a heartfelt conversation with Michele Wright, Ph. D., and Terry Wright. Terry shares his story of being diagnosed with cystic fibrosis at age 54, after a literal lifetime of misdiagnosis and suffering due to racial biases and stereotypes. The Wrights discuss their journey, detailing the challenges of living with cystic fibrosis, and the importance of health equity.  De...

What if I told you neither Trump nor Biden is directly responsible for the current inflation scenario? Today, we discuss the recent interest rate cuts and the role of the Federal Reserve on inflation and national debt. We show the truth of the 100 year history of US national debt using charts to explain what this means for the current economy. We believe that inflation will be higher for longer an...

In this episode, Amy sits down with Ted Talk speaker, blogger, and activist, Dave deBronkhart. They delve into Dave's extraordinary journey of surviving stage 4 cancer and how his proactive approach in healthcare led to his survival and empowerment advocacy. Amy, who lives with cystic fibrosis, shares how Dave's work inspired her to take agency over her health. Together, they discuss the importanc...

In this episode, Amy welcomes Bob DePasquale, also known as The Generosity Guy, to discuss the profound impact of generosity and abundance in both personal and professional spheres.  Bob shares his inspiring journey from aspiring athlete to financial expert, highlighting how his life-changing cancer diagnosis at 18 years old along with his emotionally-charged 9/11 story, led him to a deeper unders...

In this episode, Amy Sylvis dives into the challenges and risks of investing in California real estate. While many investors hope for appreciation in the state, she explains why this strategy is more akin to gambling than sound investing. She highlights key factors that make California a less ideal market, including high regulation, slow eviction processes, and unfavorable population and job growt...

In this episode, Amy Sylvis is joined by her dear friend Emily Kramer-Golinkoff, a remarkable advocate living with advanced cystic fibrosis (CF). Emily shares her journey, revealing how her experience with a fatal lung disease has paradoxically fostered an abundance mindset – driving her to focus on what truly matters. As the founder of Emily's Entourage, a nonprofit dedicated to accelerating rese...

In this episode, Amy challenges the widely accepted belief that owning a home is key to financial freedom. She believes that home ownership as the American Dream is a lie, explaining why it is actually a liability. She highlights her own strategy of renting her home and creating hands-off income from investing in rental properties – truly cash-flowing assets.  Amy encourages you to explore the opt...

This episode is all about the stories we tell ourselves and the stories we leave behind. Today, Amy Sylvis, welcomes Brandi Holder, a marketing veteran with over a decade of experience who transitioned from the corporate world to running her own business. Brandi shares her journey from working in strategic communications to discovering her passion for coaching individuals who have experienced sign...

Today, Amy Sylvis, Founder of Sylvis Capital, shares exciting updates about the current state of the commercial real estate market, emphasizing the strong demand for multifamily housing amidst a national housing shortage. She explains how the combination of high interest rates, a growing preference for renting among millennials, and a significant supply-demand imbalance creates favorable condition...

Marcos Torres, originally from Venezuela, moved to the United States 17 years ago to pursue new opportunities. His initial plan to become an investment banker was derailed by the 2008 financial crisis, but his ability to adapt ultimately led him to becoming the CFO of Huntress, a successful cybersecurity company.  Marcos shares his story of adaptability–recognizing and pursuing abundance in variou...

Most are familiar with public equity, investing in the stock market, but many who are even aware of private equity don't realize that there are investment opportunities for everyone…not just big businesses or the ultra-rich. We contrast private equity with the more familiar public equity investments like stocks and bonds, highlighting how the rich allocate nearly half of their investments to priva...

Years of corporate success left Leesa McGregor feeling sorely unfulfilled. She realized she was living a version of success that society had dictated. On this show, we've talked a lot about abundance being a self-defined concept for each person based on their goals and priorities. Based on the life you (and only you) desire.  Today, we sit down with Leesa, a walking embodiment of this principle, t...

In this episode, Amy Sylvis outlines the #1 success differentiator among the hundred of high net worth individuals she's spoken to. Learn just how much our mindset plays a role in achieving financial abundance, which can lead to other forms of abundance as well. She shares how a positive and open mindset can unlock numerous opportunities for financial growth.  Amy also highlights the importance of...

In this episode, we speak with Dr. Jacob Vogel about his multifaceted approach to abundance based on two key pillars and finding deeper meaning in your work. Dr. Vogel shares his insights on how he perceives through the richness of relationships, personal fulfillment, and facilitating lasting experiences for others. He emphasizes the vital role his family has played in shaping his values and appro...

In this episode, Amy Sylvis sheds light on common misconceptions about commercial real estate investment. This episode is all about debunking myths using real examples of properties, locations, and business strategies. Amy begins by addressing the myth that high interest rates make it a bad time to invest in real estate. She explains the differing value metrics between single-family and commercial...

In this episode, Amy Sylvis welcomes the bestselling author and speaker Bob Burg to talk about the essence of building relationships, the power of giving and other powerful tools for creating true abundance. Breaking down concepts from his popular bookFF, The Go-Giver , co-authored with John David Mann, Bob shares profound insights on shifting focus from self to others, the importance of gratitude...

Do higher returns always mean higher risk? Today, Amy challenges conventional thinking around the risk-reward paradigm and unveils the hidden cost of inaction. Don't let fear or following the crowd lead you further away from your abundance goals. Key Highlights: How fear and analysis paralysis can quietly siphon millions from your future wealth Discover the jaw-dropping difference between a 10% an...

Today, Amy is joined by Joseph King Barkley, a Los Angeles-based leader and coach, to discuss the concept of living an abundant life. He talks about how his understanding of abundance has evolved over the years and what he's landed on as the true definition. This shift in perspective has positively affected not only Joseph's career choices but the goals and priorities surrounding his life. He emph...

In this heartfelt episode, Amy shares three personal stories that highlight the profound impact societal expectations and self-worth have on our journey to abundance.  Amy begins with her childhood battle against cystic fibrosis, where well-meaning but limiting expectations from her teachers shaped her early academic path. She then recounts her college years and early career, defying the low expec...

After working with the likes of the Oprah Winfrey Network, Nickelodeon, and Cartoon Network, Stacey Carr was ready for a new adventure in her dream city of London. Stacey shares her expat experience including the wins and the challenges as she continues her career in the entertainment field in the UK.  This episode is full of wisdom covering many topics such as: Abundance mindsets in the US vs the...

Commercial real estate investment opportunities are no longer reserved exclusively for the ultra-rich. This episode, Amy breaks down how commercial real estate works in comparison to single-family homes and talks about how it has actually become accessible to everyday investors in recent years. She also walks through the benefits of this hands off investment approach and shares how much it really...

Today we sit down with Yonah Weiss, a renowned figure in the real estate community known for his expertise in cost segregation and his commitment to fostering abundance and giving back. Yonah defines abundance as recognizing that there is infinite potential and more than enough for everyone. He emphasizes the importance of shifting away from a mindset of competition towards one of collaboration an...