The Untold Truth About Money: How to Build Wealth From Nothing | David Greene

In this energetic podcast episode, Ryan welcomes David Greene, a former police officer turned real estate investor and podcast host of The Bigger Pockets Podcast.
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David emphasizes the importance of his book, "The Three Pillars of Wealth," particularly for blue-collar workers seeking financial prosperity without taking enormous risks.
The conversation unfolds with sports analogies and comparisons, highlighting how incremental skill development often involves conquering smaller goals before achieving broader objectives. David's advice includes approaching your job as if it's the last day before potential layoffs, constantly elevating your performance to stay ahead of competitors.
Both Ryan and David stress the role of competition in a capitalist environment, asserting that one's commitment and effort dictate their success. They underscore the necessity of taking initiative and consistently outperforming colleagues. Comfort, they agree, is the enemy of success; one must embrace discomfort to grow.
David shares his strategy for mastering various roles, highlighting his approach of studying successful individuals and applying their methods to his work. The discussion touches on multitasking, dispelling the myth that it's impossible, and criticizing time-wasting habits.
David's book serves as a blueprint for blue-collar workers, encompassing financial planning, money management, extreme ownership, self-development, and investing. The parable of the three servants and the talents is used to illustrate the principle of responsibility leading to greater opportunities.
The conversation pivots to different levels of success, emphasizing the need to earn the right to achieve desired goals by continually improving and raising personal standards. It's stressed that consistent small wins build confidence and pave the way for significant accomplishments.
Taking personal responsibility is another crucial theme, with a strong message against victim mindsets. Faith is also touched upon, highlighting the importance of recognizing support during trials and seeking forgiveness.

[@josephstupar3372]

I’m working 70-90 hour weeks working my job, remodeling and looking for deals, got 7 units in under 3 years. Thank you to David and Ryan. Been a long time listener.

[@DavidGreene24]

Get it!

[@matchbox3eb]

Two hours in, what have I done, I'm on my third real estate deal in a year, I'm completing my required 75 hours to get my realtors license, finishing some assignments for my cybersecurity degree, while...listening to this podcast. Using my full time job to build the money to invest....as this podcast focused on, I'm training right now, building, gaining skills, education, certs, and licenses. Not to mention hitting the gym and training for powerlifting 4 days a week. Thanks to the content across these platforms, I only began this journey less than two years ago. I will attest to everything you guys say. especially that homework hack! lol Cheers!

[@rickcastellanos7512]

Bought a 6 unit building 75 days after wealthcon in June. Working on an 11 unit 👊

[@jsickafoose3057]

After almost 2.5 hours of watching and listening that has been something that will transform my life. As a christian there is NO doubt why God has blessed you. Thank you gentlemen for the challenge. Much respect!

[@dr.jasonbaca]

2 Hours In ... Over the last year, I've been doing all the "free stuff" because I didn't have any marketing budget just starting out ... But now, just about a year in, by doing all the "free stuff", I've bought 5 houses ... without any of my own money ... and have generated about $100K-$150K in net profit ... if you count both cash and equity ... and I'm now trying to figure out how to start to scale up ... Thank you for this great video, and all the others. Love you guys! ... And see you tomorrow at WealthCon Oct 2023! 💪

[@zacharytbaird]

David is one of the best out there. His Mindset is incredibly powerful

[@jayc4715]

I think he's better than Brandon

[@zacharytbaird]

@@jayc4715 I think you’re right. Brandon is great too though

[@gruntperformance6284]

@@jayc4715Brandon towards the end was just a salesman

[@jayc4715]

@@gruntperformance6284 💯 agreed

[@TechOutAdam]

Hell nah lol@@jayc4715

[@RJ4Loans]

Great episode, Ryan and David. I really appreciate both of you and taking the courage to share about your faith blessings and all that you do.

[@DanKohan]

I totally get what David's saying here! Success often needs different things to work together, like how David went from being a police officer to a real estate pro. It's not a quick race; it's a steady journey.

[@RicksCafeAmericana]

I am an educator, and I would like all the students in my school to see this episode.

[@spencernutting3466]

I built a house 4 years ago had 130k in equity we sold and built a new house just moved in with 300+ in equity. 100+ hours a week for the last 2 years. Looking for that next step now.

[@danielpanasenko1963]

Ryan said to leave a comment of the next action item we’re taking to become better version of ourselves. Here’s mine: Starting today, no more media consumption after 8pm. I do love me a good rabbit hole, but they’re keeping me from achieving my goals - physical, financial, and personal.

[@RyanPineda]

You got this! 💪

[@graham_storey]

So refreshing to hear successful entrepreneurs talk about Jesus. Keep it up!

[@TwoGuysTakeonRealEstate]

Saw David in the thumbnail while scrolling! What's up dude!?

[@taylorgarrett191]

Just finished up my first live & flip. Have been house hacking our basement on Airbnb for 15 months. Currently saving all of the profits to level up and buy the next property for my family to move into. This house will then turn into 2 separate Airbnb units. Seeing a clear path forward now, without a doubt! What a listen! Thanks for the motivation guys. 🙏

[@RyanPineda]

Awesome, congrats!

[@valentinaarrelaro]

It is difficult to make exact projections for the housing market as it is unclear how quickly or to what degree the Fed will reduce inflation and borrowing costs without having a substantial negative impact on demand from consumers for anything houses to cars

[@LupeBaptista]

@andyvern this is striking! who is your investmnt adviser please, if you dont mind sharing? he/she is definitely grade-A smart

[@DogTrainersU]

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[@kstealth1]

Wow, the 2 Titans of the RE game dropping some major gems, what a treat. I'm budgeting tight, saving for my 1st investment property in Big Bear next year. I've taken a lot of time thinking, reflecting, and planning out the next 10 years, really. Reading, listening, studying, immersing myself and taking daily ACTION that gets me just 1 step closer to my goal(s). Long term planning, budgeting and reflection has really revealed a lot of reality, meaning that there's serious details of what you must know and what's truly required in order for you to reach your destiny. I'm up for it though and I look forward to the journey. Thank you gentlemen! God bless you both.

[@MR-zf4rw]

David Greene is a pure genius in so many ways. Love the guy, glad you had him!

[@JOMOPressureWash]

David, I have more respect for you after this one episode then I’ve had for years and years of listening to bigger pockets. Thank you for being so open about your relationship with Jesus.

[@armandoaraiza125]

My goal for my small business - make outbound calls. Start with brand awareness and sales. Gotta get the reps in. Thank you for the motivation Gotta get in the game! 💯💪

[@CurtBagne]

Good interview. David rocks. As for todays action, made things official for my first air bnb, checked up on one of my rehabs, showed a unit, added more lighting and cameras to a building where a tenants car was broken into. These are great to listen to while going around and putting in work.

[@AndrewOborny]

At 18 i worked at a menards in the shipping, receiving and lumber yard. Started in the boardshed sliding and stacking lumber. Didnt like it but worked circles around everyone who had worked there years and then the next winter i got to work inside and the lazy guys had to go out to the board shed.

[@ldgarnett777]

My next steps are buying, Propstream, getting a list of low equity sellers, and calling them

[@collinbaptiste5619]

You guys are flipping geniuses 👏🏾 🎉

[@JOMOPressureWash]

I’ve only been giving about 15% of my income. You guys convicted me to return to the commitment I made to God 10 years ago to give 20% of my income.

[@beccagray7007]

I love how you bring Jesus into everything! What do you say to people that want to start investing in real estate but have a family of 6 and can’t house-hack? Thanks!

[@escondidofilms]

Amazing episode. I need to step it up. Thanks for sharing your story. I am still looking for the golf course for you. I will let you know.

[@AnastasiJoel]

Excellent podcast.

[@dstorm2.02]

David Greene mindset is incredible. This dude rocks!!! Great episode.

[@SpartanFilms1997]

Insanely beneficial podcast. Two brilliant minds going at it. Added this to my playlist of best podcasts.

[@HeyIke]

Got a repair contract for my auto collision business. I went to get my first business credit card “secured” December im going back to the bank and going to work on getting another credit line. We all listen but we NEED to apply action.

[@rubayyatkhan]

Great content! But it would be refreshing to see a guest who’s not a Christian and has different opinions than Ryan. I’d like to hear both sides especially since both Ryan and Greene are great podcasters.

[@owelg6963]

Such a treat to listen and learn from these two experts. 🙌

[@purePointMedia]

David dig a great job interviewing Ryan.

[@ernierichardson5371]

Lol Ryan talks about himself most of the time

[@jakeyoungalaska]

I love the base ball stories , I had similar experiences in my younger days ! Todays action: on my knees setting tile in huge home spa for client here in Alaska Also: Talked to my plumber and electrician who are roughing in my 4th house in Hawaii , which I built from scratch Also: running a couple edits tonight following the story of my custom ski building company Stay hard !!

[@jakeyoungalaska]

@user-ef3mm5gh5n The last year I played in 9th grade I played 1st base on All-Star team and our coach was retired AAA pitcher and current freaking Drill Sargent at our local base! we would run 6 hour practices through the summer like darned boot camp. So. much. running. He would stand on the mound with a 5 gallon bucket of balls and just crush fast balls at us. He made a bet that if anyone would make contact with each pitch they would win a pizza. I was the only one who did but never got pizza lol He would also put us in outfield and crank pitch machine to top speed and blast short hop grounders at us and if you flinched we all ran. In the end I burned out on baseball after that , then also burned out in hockey and focused all efforts on the whole 'extreme ski thing' I constantly back reference tough experiences now to those tough experiences on the field or on the rink or in the mountains and it makes life easy! Oh yeah, his step-son was the catcher and he would tie him to a tree with his gear on and pitch at him to make him not flinch from ball, lol that might've been a bit much

[@miguelito_nalgas]

I find it hilarious how Ryan is always trying to prove he's the best at anything, "this guy did 30 pull ups, I did 31".. "I never had homework cuz I always did it in class" .. "at 7 years old I wanted to become the best" .. 🤣😂

[@JUANGARCIA-bs6ev]

Ryan has one of the best hair I’ve ever seen😆👍🏽

[@CraigTennis]

Just found your podcast, and I love the mindset even if I'm not as interested in real estate. But also, Taco el gordo isn't that good tho :O

[@mitchellblodget239]

Wife and I are under contract on our first rental we close at the end of the month!

[@TheMotivationFallacy]

Powerful. Take action today.

[@highpointcreditadvisors5869]

I think the question that was asked about the fear of failure is partly to do with that and partly to do with trusting the wrong people. I think most people, myself included are reluctant to invest in courses and education due to the times in the past when they have been sold something and it wasn't what it was presented to be.

[@DionTalkFinancialFreedom]

So good.

[@MarioBros711_]

Powerful pod! 🙏🏼🔥💯

[@TheRengifos]

Min 18:50 we dont see the guess while is talking

[@reaabeer1040]

Nice episode, def an episode worth rewatching❤

[@RyanPineda]

Glad you think so!

[@als90-daytransformation72]

Ryan you're awesome. I'm glad I discovered your channel. Blessings to you and your family. David is dope. Thanks for having him on the podcast. Both of you provide a whole bunch of value!

[@RyanPineda]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@skysthelimit.podcast]

Great video! 👍

[@RyanPineda]

Thanks for watching!

[@trevorolney1678]

I’m on deployment and using all the money to pay off my duplex. I’m national guard so back home I started doing carpentry for the last 2 years so I’m going to make a few more fixes on the house when it’s paid off then BRRRR the property and get more off market deals that I have lined up. I’m about halfway through David Greene’s BRRRR book right now and it was definitely worth the purchase!

[@jdstrategic]

That’s awesome!

[@Jis4Jonathan]

Action im taking (first step) is following up with current leads in the morning and afternoon I’m driving for dollars (virtually or in person)

[@Jis4Jonathan]

“2 hours into the podcast”

[@oceansep4103]

17:08 yo whatever you editing team is doing here? Switch it up and show your interviewee cameras just all you 😂😂😂

[@AndrewOborny]

I was thinking the same thing.

[@SergioB-MakingMillionaires]

Great talk 🔥

[@RyanPineda]

Glad you think so!

[@Focusandseek]

This was an awesome episode

[@RyanPineda]

Thank you!

[@nikoo1950]

Love the bit about hitting a baseball. I’ve been to batting cages, I was blown away by balls come down at 50mph, I couldn’t even imagine what it would be like to swing at a ball coming at 100mph

[@tellasnichols805]

I quit looking at the brand new townhomes across the street next to the main navy federal branch and got under contract finding out they were 20k down where they were selling from just a month ago

[@vladimirnaumovski987]

What brand is Ryan's t-shirt?

[@georgethomas1299]

It's the brand "Forty-Seven Acres". It'll be out soon! Nice shirt

[@FlipwithThomas]

The camera isn’t moving back and forth

[@greenrealtorjohnny]

Currently taking online courses in Excell and Investment analysis to be a better asset to those who I work with and create more opportunities. 💥

[@The_RealEstate_Shorty]

In regards to the Parable of the Talents, the guy who had 5 talents and turned it into 10 was given an additional talent for the following reasons: •He had an abundance mindset •Because he had more, he had to do more to double it (to whom much is given, much is required) •He proved he was “good ground”; honest, fruitful and hardworking (the Bible says be fruitful and multiply) Who would you trust with your money? The selfish guy with a lack mindset or the one who could double most of your money?

[@RyanPineda]

Well said! 👏🏻

[@edm0000]

Bigger Pockets

[@joerosato1163]

I do rental arbitrage and own two 2 family homes all str consists of 22 units total using cash flow to buy boutique hotels or multi family deals primarily bigger deals but sure continue doing mainly all short term rentals

[@RyanPineda]

Awesome!

[@edm0000]

Sorry Ryan I have left messages this year and last about taking a class with you, and no one ever responds to me. Is there a better way to reach your office?

[@Thrivinglife3835]

I’m glad to know that you both recognize God. As a Christian myself I really believe that all these blessing I have is because of God’s goodness to me as I work so hard. I’m on the process of buying my third property. And will build an ADU at the back as my fourth property. But overall my great plan is to build a Christian elementary school in the Philippines where I’m from…

[@RyanPineda]

That's awesome!

[@chriss4365]

6'2 is not small.

[@Jay_0994]

40:15

[@dimerlosmerlos4667]

First

[@fireyourbossproduction2146]

How do i talk with Ryan. I want to partner on a million dallor business idea💡

[@jayc4715]

You can't even spell a million dollar business

[@Hall4Room316]

Why is the camera always trained on the host not the guest?

[@georgesontag2192]

Better have a rock solid pre nup if your a man getting married. If you don't have one, you better know how quick claim deeds work, because that's how the judge gives her your properties. It's gone in one day.

[@edm0000]

Why does your staff never call me back

[@iceguy8112]

Omg he sounds like Rob😂

[@norazepeda6521]

David is the Best, very grounded but Ryan seems too much into himself. At times seems bored when David is talking.

[@TheJoshheart90]

2:16:39 I wish I could be forgiven of my sin but I’m afraid it’s too late. There is no hope. I knew god very well and still chose to create blasphemy against god. I meant it at the time. I know now it was a mistake, well I knew back then too but I still chose to. I intentionally did. I knew what I was doing. Funny thing is is that I am a good person but become I did this I can never be forgiven. But if I killed 100 people god would forgive me but since I mocked god and intentionally chose to disrespect him i and no longer can be saved. Damn shame.

[@edwinmachado7964]

You don’t have to be on tinder all day 🤣

[@oceansep4103]

Lost interest in your pod dude, switch up the camera angles

[@MikE-qh2ss]

Competitive in handing out citations. Clearly not a good fit. Handing out as many as he can in a short time period so he can work on side gigs does not make you “good” at your police officer job.

[@thehardieway]

I find it ironic that all these former athletes can only talk about what they did 15 years ago... Glory stories of highschool. News flash kids. No one cares what you did 15 years ago. What did you do at the gym THIS MORNING? How many Romanian deadlifts with 315lbs.? How many Incline Dumbbell presses with 100 lb. Dumbbells? How far did you hike last night, and how much altitude did you gain? No one cares how cool or fit you were 15 years ago son. You can't live today on the glory of 15 years ago... But you know what you can do? Tell us how you did this week, or yesterday, or better yet TODAY. 👆

[@GadgetVegas]

🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 This is a banger gentleman! Right up my alley! Absolutely love all the sport analogies and references. As a lifetime athlete and a martial artist enthusiast, I can resonate 100% with this gem 💎 of a podcast! 🙏🏾✊🏾🙌🏾🦾🤘🏾🤾🏽‍♂️

[@I_liketurtless]

I knock doors! 🙋🏼‍♀️ Been selling solar for 3 years. Ready to level up again. 🦾

[@Wizdomman1]

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