Elevate With Elsner

Blake Elsner
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Welcome to "Elevate with Elsner," the podcast that dives deep into the stories of individuals who've taken the bold step to follow their passion and make an impact!I'm Blake Elsner, a real estate professional by day and your host by passion. I've always believed that our true calling can often be found in the most unexpected places. That's why I'm thrilled to bring you inspiring conversations with amazing guests who have transformed their lives by pursuing work they truly love.Each episode of "Elevate with Elsner" is packed with candid discussions, heartfelt stories, and practical advice from people who took the leap and never looked back. Whether it's leaving the corporate grind to start a business, swapping a finance job for a creative career, or any other impactful journey, you'll hear it all right here.We'll explore the highs and lows, the challenges and triumphs, and most importantly, the impact these changes have made not just in their lives, but in the lives of others.So, if you're ready to be inspired, if you're dreaming of making a change, or if you just love a good story of passion and impact, "Elevate with Elsner" is the podcast for you!Subscribe now on your favorite podcast platform and join us on this journey of transformation and discovery.Can’t wait for you to tune in, listen to passion stories and know that even you can make an impact on the next episode of "Elevate with Elsner." See you next time!Let’s elevate together!

  1. Fix Your BS: How Belief Systems Turn Businesses Into Sellable Assets with Dr. G Pursley

    1D AGO

    Fix Your BS: How Belief Systems Turn Businesses Into Sellable Assets with Dr. G Pursley

    In episode 58 of Elevate with Elsner, Blake Elsner interviews Dr. Greg Pursley,  business coach, author, and CEO of PC Medical Centers, as he discusses how he helps owner-operators transform their mindset to build sellable and scalable assets.  Tune in for a conversation that is packed with valuable advice to help you elevate your mindset and operations. TIMESTAMPS [00:03:39] Beliefs are operational, not motivational. [00:06:03] Key person dependency in business. [00:09:19] Aligning company missions for growth. [00:12:06] Business alignment and delegation. [00:16:59] Delegation vs. ego in business. [00:21:07] Sellable business assets. [00:24:45] Sellable business assets explained. [00:27:07] Personal branding in business. [00:30:42] Legacy versus cash flow. [00:34:30] Impacting more people's lives. QUOTES "The quicker we implement this strategy, the quicker we give you the resources you need to reach this goal, and the quicker we figure out whether you can or cannot do it." -Dr. Greg Pursley"A business doesn't run without cash flow." -Dr. Greg Pursley"Remember, your business should grow because of you, not collapse without you." -Blake Elsner 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/ Dr. Greg Pursley Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/drgregpursley/?hl=en  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drgregpursley1/  WEBSITES Elevate with Elsner Podcast:https://elevatewithelsnerpodcast.com/ Dr. Greg Pursley: https://www.drgregpursley.com/

    36 min
  2. Transformation: 20 Years in Mortgages, 20 Years in Addiction, 7 Years Sober

    JAN 7

    Transformation: 20 Years in Mortgages, 20 Years in Addiction, 7 Years Sober

    In episode 57 of Elevate with Elsner, Blake Elsner interviews Shawn Vinson, who shares his powerful journey through addiction, recovery, and a 20-year career in the mortgage industry, highlighting his path to seven years of sobriety. Tune in to hear his inspiring insights on truth, longevity, and the art of rebuilding oneself.

    45 min
  3. Serving Those Who Serve: The Ecom for Heroes Blueprint

    12/10/2025

    Serving Those Who Serve: The Ecom for Heroes Blueprint

    In episode 56 of Elevate with Elsner, Blake Elsner interviews Sean Travis, the founder of Ecom for Heroes, as he shares his incredible journey from a 14-year career as a firefighter and paramedic in Los Angeles to creating a successful e-commerce business. Tune in for inspiring insights on growth, mindset, and the power of second chances. TIMESTAMPS [00:02:04] E-commerce business for service workers. [00:05:24] First responder burnout and suicide. [00:10:20] Business skills from first responders. [00:14:47] The reality of firefighting risks. [00:16:27] Heroes struggling with business. [00:21:21] Selling online foundational skills. [00:25:41] Unique Value Proposition in Business. [00:27:10] Business opportunities from first responders. [00:30:52] Motivation through consistent work. [00:34:46] Value of sharing your creation. [00:37:29] Seven-figure business potential. [00:41:25] Podcast subscription and reviews. QUOTES "The mission has to be bigger than yourself." -Sean Travis"You'll be all right. You just have to risk, go for it, trust your character, and get after it." -Sean Travis"Heroes spend their lives serving everyone else, and eventually someone's got to serve the hero." -Blake Elsner 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/ Sean Travis LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ecomforheroes/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ecomforheroes/?hl=en  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ecomforheroes  WEBSITES Elevate with Elsner Podcast: https://elevatewithelsnerpodcast.com/ Elsner Real Estate: https://www.bradagent.com/ Ecom for Heroes: https://ecomforheroes.com/home-3104

    42 min
  4. Delegate to Elevate: How to Build Freedom with Phillip Sessions of Refined VA

    11/26/2025

    Delegate to Elevate: How to Build Freedom with Phillip Sessions of Refined VA

    In episode 55 of Elevate with Elsner, Blake Elsner interviews Philip Sessions, founder of Refined VA, as he shares his unique journey from an electrical engineer to a successful business owner, emphasizing the importance of delegation and leadership.  Tune in for an inspiring conversation that could change the way you approach leadership and delegation. TIMESTAMPS [00:00:32] Leadership through delegation. [00:05:36] Time management through virtual assistants. [00:07:23] Ecosystem of virtual assistants. [00:11:15] VA roles and responsibilities. [00:16:45] Recruiting virtual assistants effectively. [00:18:12] Virtual assistant training programs. [00:21:10] Delegating tasks for efficiency. [00:26:31] Ego in business delegation. [00:31:04] Need for a virtual assistant. [00:32:31] Virtual assistants in business growth. QUOTES "The value is the people we provide the service behind our business, not me being the one doing that work." -Philip Sessions"If you're stretched thin, we know your business feels heavier than it should. It's probably a sign you need a VA." -Blake Elsner"The beauty of a really an employee in general, but a virtual assistant is that they will go figure it out for you so you don't have to do it yourself." -Philip Sessions 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/ Philip Sessions LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philipsessions/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamphilipsessions/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/philipsessions  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therealphilipsessions/  WEBSITES Elevate with Elsner Podcast: https://elevatewithelsnerpodcast.com/ Elsner Real Estate: https://www.bradagent.com/ Refined VA: https://refinedva.com/

    34 min
  5. Elite Nutrition to the Top 1% Cracking the SuperHuman Code with Fraser Bayley

    11/19/2025

    Elite Nutrition to the Top 1% Cracking the SuperHuman Code with Fraser Bayley

    In episode 54 of Elevate with Elsner, Blake Elsner interviews Fraser Bayley, the founder of Elite Nutrition, as he shares his incredible journey from battling bipolar depression, ADHD, and social anxiety to becoming a performance strategist for high achievers, including musicians and Navy SEALs. Tune in to learn how Fraser's transformative approach can help you unlock your full potential and achieve superhuman results. TIMESTAMPS [00:00:55] Transforming mental health struggles. [00:06:15] Mental health and job dissatisfaction. [00:09:13] Mastermind gym connections. [00:11:18] Self-discovery and health transformation. [00:15:01] Teaching as reinforcement for discipline. [00:18:33] Holiday weight gain patterns. [00:22:40] Raising your baseline consistency. [00:27:01] Energy optimization for productivity. [00:29:40] Energy optimization for vitality. [00:33:03] Importance of light exposure. [00:39:38] Energy management for a better life. [00:40:19] Psych meds and long-term solutions. [00:45:01] Food as software for health. [00:47:08] Nutrient-rich food and cravings. [00:52:52] Snacking strategies for parents. [00:55:44] Snacking awareness and self-compassion. [00:59:42] Healthy food upgrades for cravings. [01:02:40] Healthy food upgrades for families. [01:05:36] Start imperfectly in the storm. QUOTES "You are what you attract." -Frase Bayley "Food is like software and your body and mind are like the hardware." -Fraser Bayley"Most people don't realize how much they're capable of. They don't realize how low their energy actually is." -Fraser Bayley 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/ Fraser Bayley LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fraser-bayley Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fraserbayley/  WEBSITES Elevate with Elsner Podcast: https://elevatewithelsnerpodcast.com/ Elsner Real Estate: https://www.bradagent.com/

    1h 7m
  6. The Agent-First Blueprint: How Jaben Makings Built Onnix Investments Into a Real Estate Powerhouse

    11/12/2025

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

    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/

    37 min
  7. Behave Your Way to Wealth with Mike Tutcher

    10/22/2025

    Behave Your Way to Wealth with Mike Tutcher

    In episode 52 of Elevate with Elsner, Blake Elsner interviews Mike Tutcher, a financial advisor at Main Street Financial Group, as they dive into the psychology of money—why mindset matters and how shifting from scarcity to abundance can transform your financial life. Tune in for practical tips and an engaging discussion on making values-based decisions that stick. TIMESTAMPS [00:03:44] Impact of financial advice. [00:05:54] Abundance vs. scarcity mindset. [00:08:53] Trust and mindset shift. [00:14:04] Assembling a financial team. [00:16:28] Value of a tax strategist. [00:20:59] AI's impact on the job market. [00:25:51] Gambling vs. Investing Discipline. [00:29:06] Appropriate amount in checking account. [00:32:30] Budgeting and financial accountability. [00:36:30] Control of income and expenses. [00:39:28] Budgeting and fitness correlation. [00:44:27] Solving problems with money. [00:48:37] Mindset in financial advising. [00:52:06] Psychology in financial success. QUOTES "It's amazing how much the differences are between the mindset, between the people who have money and the people who don't." -Mike Tutcher"If you don't have enough money to solve your problems, you're still broke." - Mike Tutcher“You do well by doing well.” -Mike Tutcher 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/ Mike Tutcher LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-a-tutcher-ii/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/miketutcher/?hl=en  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/miketutcher/  WEBSITES Elevate with Elsner Podcast: https://elevatewithelsnerpodcast.com/ Elsner Real Estate: https://www.bradagent.com/

    54 min

  8. 10/08/2025

    How Tech Shapes Trust: From Apple to Ingage with CEO Dean Curtis

    In episode 51 of Elevate with Elsner, Blake Elsner interviews Dean Curtis, CEO of Ingage and former leader at Palm and Apple, as he shares his journey from teaching to tech leadership, offering insights on mobile innovation, AI, and the evolving role of technology in business and communication. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about the power of technology in shaping our world. TIMESTAMPS [00:02:29] iPhone's impact on business communication. [00:04:12] Mobile computing's early adoption. [00:08:21] Technology adoption and fear. [00:14:13] Home improvement sales conversations. [00:15:53] Building trust in contracting. [00:19:21] Trust in brand loyalty. [00:24:05] College vs. starting a business. [00:26:56] College alternatives for students. [00:30:59] Work-life balance and leadership. [00:36:05] Leadership and empathy in decision-making. [00:38:19] Legacy and impact in leadership. [00:41:43] Subscribe and leave a review. QUOTES "When you are at the tip of something, you don't realize that you're in the middle of it." -Dean Curtis"The best leaders understand that work and life will collide." -Dean Curtis"I always say legacy over like and impact over image." -Blake Elsner 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/ Dean Curtis LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deanc23/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deancurtis23/  WEBSITES Elevate with Elsner Podcast: https://elevatewithelsnerpodcast.com/ Elsner Real Estate: https://www.bradagent.com/ Ingage: https://ingage.io/

    42 min
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Welcome to "Elevate with Elsner," the podcast that dives deep into the stories of individuals who've taken the bold step to follow their passion and make an impact!I'm Blake Elsner, a real estate professional by day and your host by passion. I've always believed that our true calling can often be found in the most unexpected places. That's why I'm thrilled to bring you inspiring conversations with amazing guests who have transformed their lives by pursuing work they truly love.Each episode of "Elevate with Elsner" is packed with candid discussions, heartfelt stories, and practical advice from people who took the leap and never looked back. Whether it's leaving the corporate grind to start a business, swapping a finance job for a creative career, or any other impactful journey, you'll hear it all right here.We'll explore the highs and lows, the challenges and triumphs, and most importantly, the impact these changes have made not just in their lives, but in the lives of others.So, if you're ready to be inspired, if you're dreaming of making a change, or if you just love a good story of passion and impact, "Elevate with Elsner" is the podcast for you!Subscribe now on your favorite podcast platform and join us on this journey of transformation and discovery.Can’t wait for you to tune in, listen to passion stories and know that even you can make an impact on the next episode of "Elevate with Elsner." See you next time!Let’s elevate together!

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  • Creator
    Blake Elsner
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    60
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Elevate With Elsner
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