Elevate With Elsner

The Agent-First Blueprint: How Jaben Makings Built Onnix Investments Into a Real Estate Powerhouse

β€’ Blake Elsner β€’ Episode 53

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In episode 53 of Elevate with Elsner, Blake Elsner interviews Jaben Makings, the founder of Onnix Investments, as he shares his incredible journey from aspiring pool business owner to disrupting the real estate investing world by redefining how agents and investors collaborate.

Tune in for an inspiring conversation packed with valuable lessons for anyone looking to elevate their life and business.


TIMESTAMPS

[00:02:41] Shiny object syndrome in business.

[00:05:04] Wholesaling and investment properties.

[00:09:27] Company structure and growth.

[00:10:50] Hiring and training challenges.

[00:15:48] Agent-first wholesaling model benefits.

[00:19:55] Seller vs. Buyer Market Dynamics.

[00:21:38] Cash offer wholesaling sustainability.

[00:27:24] Calendar management for productivity.

[00:32:01] Helping others succeed.

[00:34:06] Collaboration over competition in business.

[00:36:12] Free purchase contract value.


QUOTES

  • "You lock in, just stay focused for three to five years and watch what happens." -Jaben Makings
  • "So many people try to find opportunity, others build it, and you clearly decide to build yours." -Blake Elsner
  • "You have to make those sacrifices right now to get where you want to be." -Jaben Makings



SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS


Blake Elsner

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bpelsner/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/blake.elsner/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/blake-elsner-a04396b5/


Jaben Makings

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaben-makings

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaben_makings/



WEBSITES


Elevate with Elsner Podcast: https://elevatewithelsnerpodcast.com/

Elsner Real Estate: https://www.bradagent.com/


Onnix Investments: https://onnixinvestments.com/ 



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