✅ How Wang Turned His PhD into a Real Estate Career

29/07/2024 1h 0min Temporada 1 Episodio 14
✅ How Wang Turned His PhD into a Real Estate Career

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Send us a textIn this episode of the 'Skip the Lines Podcast,' host Jonathan Mitchell interviews Wangzhong Sheng, a PhD scientist who transitioned into a successful real estate investor. Wang shares his intriguing journey from earning his undergraduate degree at Cornell and PhD at UCSD to working in pharmaceutical research and eventually moving into real estate. Wang discussed how he picked up Brandon Turner's book 'BiggerPockets,' which inspired his venture into real estate, leading him to own and flip multiple properties and currently syndicate a deal in Detroit. Wang recounts his immigration from China to the U.S., his educational pursuits influenced by his parents' aspirations, and his eventual pivot to real estate for a more fulfilling life. Wang's experience with medical device and pharmaceutical industries, his entrepreneurially-driven mindset, and the importance of personal growth and giving back. Tune in as Wang also emphasizes maintaining a positive mindset, the value of reading, and the role of serendipity and spirituality in navigating life's challenges and opportunities!Highlights00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction00:09 Wang's Background and Education00:30 Early Career and Transition to Real Estate01:34 Wang's Immigration Story03:20 Life in New Jersey and New York06:55 Higher Education and Career in Pharmaceuticals07:35 Pharmaceutical Career and Entrepreneurial Shift17:47 Real Estate Journey Begins22:59 Specialization vs. Generalization29:33 Networking and Masterminds30:19 The Power of Sharing on Social Media24:08 The Detroit Project and Business Partnership32:28 Finding Your 'Why' and Higher Purpose34:06 The Transformative Healing Retreat37:44 Spirituality and Personal Growth43:52 Lessons from Setbacks and Success44:36 Skip the Line Hacks and Final ThoughtsEnjoyed the show? Click here to SUBSCRIBE to the “Skip The Lines Podcast”FULL VIDEOS are always uploaded on YouTube.Subscribe here: https://www.youtube.com/@skipthelinespodConnect with Wang!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wngzh/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WangwatConnect with me!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonathanmitchellre/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100088499808533Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonathanmitchellre/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100088499808533LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-mitchell-a1493410b?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_profile_view_base_contact_details%3Bked5yNlFRoy58i2w48zNjg%3D%3DADU PALS: https://adupals.comBusiness Inquiries: [email protected]#SkipTheLines#PodcastLife#RealEstateInvesting#FinancialFreedom#EntrepreneurLife#MindsetMatters#Networking#PersonalGrowth#OvercomingChallenges#InspiringStoriesSupport the showEnjoying the show? Keep the conversation going! Skip The Lines Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQlFAYIZJ2w2CUzEtK49jelO9Khn40ZnN

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