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Welcome to the Genius Cultivator Journal!

Insights, Videos, and Resources for Activating your Personal Zone of Genius.

Kris Fleming Kris Fleming

Ask Me Anything!!!

“Why did you create a separate paid virtual community? Why not just use Facebook?”

I'm so glad you asked! There are many reasons, but I'll try to keep the list to the most impactful.

  1. By creating a private paid community, even if it's just $5, we are dramatically increasing….

Please email your questions for the newsletter to AskMeAnything@krisfleming.net.

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Guess What?! I’m a coupon code!

Guess what?! I’m a coupon code! I know — I wouldn’t have guessed it either.

Drawing on my background in real estate investing, professional underwriting, mortgage brokering, and private money lending, I'm honored to be speaking at The Paper Trail Note Conference! I'm thrilled about the prospect of reconnecting with friends and meeting face-to-face with industry leaders I respect and admire…

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Virtual Book Club for Women Entrepreneurs

Our next virtual book club meeting is scheduled for Friday, June 20th at 1:00 pm Central Time. We'll be diving into the current book selection to gain actionable insights for our businesses and personal growth.

The June book selection is:

“The Psychology of Money” by Morgan Housel

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My Marketing Expert Sought My Expertise...

I can’t teach my HVAC guy how to work on HVAC units; but I can show him how to make sure that his HVAC business is operationally, strategically, and financially successful. 

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The Strategy for Success: From the Experts

Day two of the Creative Finance Summit in Cincinnati was fantastic! The "How to Find Deals" panel was a real highlight, featuring Anita Johnson, Vena Jones-Cox, Damon Remy, and a very sharp woman whose name I unfortunately missed. It was impressive how open they were to answering any question thrown their way. 

I even got to ask them my go-to question: "If you were starting over today with only your current knowledge, what would be your first five steps?" Here’s what I gathered…

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By Suggestion: Ask Me Anything!!!

Over a delicious lunch at an Irish pub recently, a brilliant friend and fellow entrepreneur suggested that I add an “Ask Me Anything” section to my newsletter.

Let’s do this! Please email your questions for the newsletter to AskMeAnything@krisfleming.net.

Your name will not be included in the newsletter without your express permission.

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Urgent Update and an “AHA!” Moment

GREAT POINT! Vena Jones-Cox, The Real Estate Goddess herself, gave me a tremendous “aha!” moment this morning. She described that many entrepreneurs discuss that they are promoting their “brand” with their marketing. Vena is adamant that we need to include a call to action in virtually all items at all times…

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Virtual Book Club for Women Entrepreneurs

Our next virtual book club meeting is scheduled for Friday, May 16th at 1:00 pm Central Time.REGISTER HERE. We'll be diving into the current book selection to gain actionable insights for our businesses and personal growth.

The May book selection is:

“Profit First” by Mike Michalowicz

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Are You in the 70% Club?

Ah, the eternal struggle of the entrepreneur! We launch with stars in our eyes and a fire in our belly, ready to change the world... or at least, ready to sell something to it. Then we hear statistics like 70% of businesses report struggling to gain leads. Seventy percent! That's like showing up to a party where 7 out of 10 people are standing awkwardly by the snack table, unsure how to start a conversation…

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A Little Humor to Keep You Smiling

In contrast to yesterday’s post about taking yourself seriously, I have compiled some humor to release some endorphins!

“Being your own boss is great. You get to choose which 18 hours a day you work.”

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Stepping into Your Power:

As entrepreneurs, we often feel the pressure to "fake it till we make it". We might feel low energy, unfocused, and struggle to believe our goals are possible. In an effort to look like a "legit business owner," we avoid asking for help or verbalizing our struggles, isolating ourselves1 . However, a crucial step in building a thriving, profitable venture is to take yourself seriously.

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From Guesswork to Growth: Why You Must Track Your Business Finances

Imagine navigating a ship through a storm without a compass or any instruments. That's what running a business without diligently tracking your finances is like. You might have a great idea and a lot of passion, but without a clear understanding of your income, expenses, and cash flow, you're essentially sailing blind. Many new businesses fail due to poor financial planning, often because entrepreneurs are so focused on the excitement of their idea that they neglect the crucial task of knowing their numbers…

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My Boss Wears Pajamas (and Sometimes Cries in the Shower): The Thrills of Entrepreneurship

So, you've decided to ditch the soul-crushing commute and become your own boss? Congratulations! You've traded in water cooler gossip for existential dread and the comforting rhythm of a bi-weekly paycheck for the exhilarating rollercoaster of feast or famine. One minute you're a visionary, the next you're wondering if selling that slightly-used stapler on Facebook Marketplace counts as "diversifying revenue streams…”

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