What's Kenner French Thinking!

Matthew Coates, an architect and entrepreneur, about his unique career and insights into entrepreneurialism. He shares his background and journey as an architect, explaining his decision to become an entrepreneur and work for himself. He emphasizes the importance of commitment and not being afraid to take risks. Matthew also discusses the need for entrepreneurs to adapt to change and embrace new t...

Thomas Lorini, a dual citizen of Canada and the US, shares his advice for real estate investors. He emphasizes the importance of taking action and not overanalyzing deals. He suggests looking for good opportunities in the right market and building a solid local power team. Thomas also discusses the benefits of investing outside of one's backyard and highlights the differences between the Cana...

Philip Vincent shares his expertise in the senior living industry and how real estate agents can tap into this niche market. He explains that when seniors move into senior living communities, they often need to sell their homes to pay for their care, making them a valuable source of real estate leads. Vincent discusses the opportunity for real estate agents to become referral and placement agents,...

This conversation provides specific ideas on how entrepreneurs can get involved and learn about artificial intelligence (AI) to make money. Kenner suggests spending five hours a week or one hour a day using different AI models to learn about AI. He also recommends sponsoring a meetup or doing research with a small group to become a thought leader in the AI community. Attending conferences and lear...

David Randolph is a real estate investor who specializes in short sales. He shares an example of a short sale where he bought a house for $250,000 and sold it the next day for $350,000, all within his Roth IRA, making the profit tax-free. David started in real estate after climbing the corporate ladder and realizing there was nothing on the other side. He became a rehabber and has been successful...

Chris Johnsen, a civil attorney specializing in business law, shares insights on selling a business and the importance of building structures and systems to make a business more marketable. He emphasizes the need to start thinking about selling a business about five years in advance and recommends resources. Chris also discusses the significance of having clean and organized books, the role of att...

Kenner interviews Kristi Nelson, a real estate agent on Bainbridge Island. They discuss topics such as being an entrepreneur, the real estate market on Bainbridge, and the importance of social media marketing. Kristi shares her experience and tips for success as an entrepreneur and real estate agent. She emphasizes the importance of consistency in marketing and building a personal brand. Kristi al...

Kenner interviews Jessica de Castro, a luxury marketing expert, about her background and tips for small business owners. She shares her experience working in luxury retail and how she transitioned into entrepreneurship. She emphasizes the importance of experiential marketing and collaborating with unexpected partners to create unique and memorable experiences for customers. Jessica also discusses...

Kenner and Justine Mader discuss the power of referrals in growing a business. Justine shares her experience of building her business through referrals and emphasizes the importance of utilizing this long-term tool. They discuss the basics of referrals, including starting with your network and creating a digital presence. They also touch on the importance of automation in managing referrals and op...

AI is evolving rapidly, and it is important for small business owners to stay informed and engaged with the technology. The AI4 conference in Las Vegas highlighted several key themes, including ethics, the future applications of AI, and the increasing adoption of AI by traditional industries. The conference also discussed the emergence of multimodal AI, which incorporates text, images, and videos....

Kenner and Joe Del Monte discuss strategies to lower taxes and achieve high rates of return through investing in oil and gas drilling. They highlight the simplicity of investing in oil and gas, the significant tax benefits, and the potential for good rates of return. Joe explains that investing in working interests in oil and gas wells allows for a massive deduction on the front end, reducing taxa...

Kenner French interviews Bill Fairman about ways to make big money in real estate. They discuss the benefits of being on the banking side of real estate, such as lower risk and less responsibility for property management. They also explore the concept of self-directed retirement accounts and how they can be used to invest in real estate. Bill emphasizes the importance of generating passive income...

R. Kenner French interviews Nancy Steidl about international clients and how to add value to startup companies. They discuss the importance of doing a business plan for international markets, understanding cultural differences and tax structures, and conducting thorough research on target audiences and growth opportunities. Nancy also shares insights on using AI to gather market information and na...

Real estate guru Cherif Medawar discusses the benefits of investing in real estate and explains how individuals can set up their own real estate funds. He emphasizes the importance of productive assets that generate income and provide leverage with banks. He shares his extensive experience in the market, including owning historic properties in Old San Juan and luxury homes in San Francisco. He als...

Kenner discusses the top five resources for small business owners in terms of business automation and AI. He highlights the benefits of using AI-powered systems like Cassidy.ai, Bardeen.ai, X, Blue Prism, and UiPath. Kenner emphasizes the importance of business automation for small business owners and how it can improve efficiency, lower costs, and provide better customer service. He also mentions...

Angela Duncan, also known as Miss Finance, discusses tax liens and their potential for high returns. She explains that tax liens are created when people don't pay their property taxes, and investors can buy these liens at auction. If the property owner doesn't pay the taxes, the investor may end up owning the property. Angela emphasizes the importance of doing thorough research and due d...

Dean Rogers is a real estate coach who provides hands-on guidance and support to investors. He emphasizes the importance of hard work and putting in the effort to succeed in real estate. Dean takes a different approach than most coaches by personally working with his students and providing ongoing support. He focuses on single-family homes and specializes in wholesaling, flipping, and buying renta...

Brad Holcman, a media expert with 20 years of experience in the television industry, shares his journey from working in the corporate world to becoming an entrepreneur. He emphasizes the importance of connecting with your audience through storytelling and creating content that resonates with them. Brad also discusses how he can help entrepreneurs and solopreneurs by leveraging his expertise in tel...

Kirsten Graham, a business coach and video marketing expert, joins Kenner to discuss the power of video marketing and podcasting. Kirsten shares her background in real estate and how she transitioned into business coaching and video marketing. They discuss the challenges business owners face with video marketing and how virtual assistants can help. Kirsten also provides insights on being a guest o...

Kenner French of VastSolutionsGroup.com discusses the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in their business. He explains how they have implemented AI in the past and how they are currently using it. He also discusses the importance of being nimble and adaptable in the rapidly changing AI landscape. Kenner emphasizes the need for businesses to adopt AI to stay competitive and avoid being left behin...

Kenner French discusses the benefits of using a 401k to lower tax liability and prepare for retirement. He shares two specific scenarios where individuals wanted to reduce their tax liability and save for retirement. He explains the process of setting up a 401k and how it can lower tax liability by deferring income. Kenner also discusses the difference between pre-tax and Roth contributions and th...

Jody Grunden, a virtual CFO, discusses the transition from brick and mortar to virtual business and the use of virtual assistants. He shares his experience in transforming the accounting industry by creating a virtual CFO service and changing billing models. Grunden emphasizes the importance of deliberate communication and building a strong virtual culture. He also highlights the challenges of man...

Nizan Mosery, a real estate investor, shares his journey and offers tips for both new and experienced investors. He emphasizes the importance of knowing your exit strategy before buying any property. Mosery's background and upbringing instilled in him the value of owning land and generating income from it. He started his real estate journey by flipping houses and gradually moved into multifam...

Bryan Clayton, CEO of GreenPal, discusses his journey from a traditional lawn care business to building a tech platform that connects homeowners with lawn maintenance services. GreenPal operates like Uber or DoorDash, allowing users to request quotes from local lawn care providers and hire them through the app. The platform is popular among real estate investors, property managers, and homeowners...

Jeff Lenning, also known as the Excel man, shares his expertise on using Excel to improve business efficiency. He offers on-demand self-paced courses and a community for individuals to learn and master Excel. He emphasizes the importance of focusing on recurring projects and automating processes to save time. He also discusses the value of building an email list and using webinars as a marketing s...