Hey everyone, it’s Devin Ramos. In this podcast episode, I’m with my good friend Ron Angel to share one of the most challenging and humbling experiences of my life as an entrepreneur, husband, father, and person of faith. 📢 We get into the details about my battle with necrotizing fasciitis — a rare and aggressive bacterial infection.

In the summer of 2023, something that started as a small discomfort quickly turned into a life-threatening event. 🚑 I was rushed to the ICU, fighting an infection that only affects a small number of people each year in the U.S. During this conversation, I opened up about the emotional impact this experience had on my family, the uncertainty I faced during the infection, and the long and difficult road to recovery.

Through it all, my faith was a constant source of strength, helping me hold on when everything felt out of control. 🙏 I was able to survive this battle because of the support from my family, the guidance of my faith, and the care from medical professionals who didn’t give up on me.

This experience shifted my perspective as an entrepreneur, helping me realize the true significance of each moment, both in life and in business.

🎧 Come listen to an open and raw conversation about the journey of surviving, healing, and finding the strength to face life’s unforeseen challenges.

⚡Reach out to Ron Angel:

Website: https://ron-angel.com/

📕 Mentioned Book:

Man's Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl

TIMESTAMPS

00:00 Introduction

01:19 The Life-threatening Event

01:56 Necrotizing Fasciitis Explained

03:10 Pre Existing Health Issue

05:04 Possible Sources of Infection

08:41 Symptoms

09:30 Severe Pain and Realization

12:55 Reaching the Hospital

17:31 Placed in ICU

19:17 Mental and Physical State

23:45 Hallucinations

26:28 Tests and Diagnosis

30:17 Pushing through Pain

37:23 Raced Against Time

39:03 Dealing with Family

46:16 Sense of Control

49:32 Risk Tolerance

51:55 Prayers

54:34 Experience Impacted by Faith

55:44 Regrets

59:00 Strengthened Faith

1:03:23 Boldness

1:06:05 THINK What Happens If…

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🔍 What drives someone to rise above their toughest moments and build a life of purpose and impact?

Welcome to Diehard Entrepreneur Stories! In this episode, I’m with Jansen McLendon, founder of Cornerstone Properties and a dedicated real estate investor. Jansen’s success story is rooted in perseverance, determination, and a relentless drive to overcome obstacles. From enduring financial struggles while building his real estate business to scaling Cornerstone Properties into a respected name in the industry, Jansen’s entrepreneurial journey is a testament to persistence and hard work. 📈

Jansen’s story goes beyond business. When his son, Jace, faced four open-heart surgeries within his first six months of life, Jansen’s strength and resolve were put to the ultimate test. Through this deeply challenging time, he leaned on his faith and the support of his community, emerging with a renewed focus and determination to lead with purpose. His ability to channel personal adversity into professional growth is a profound example of resilience in action.

This episode explores how Jansen’s unwavering commitment to overcoming challenges has shaped his life and business.

🎧 Watch as he shares his inspiring journey, strategies for success, and how his experiences help others navigate their own paths.

⚡Reach out to Jansen Mclendon:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jansen.mclendon

📕 Mentioned Books:

Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki

The E-Myth Revisited by Michael E. Gerber

The 10X Rule by Grant Cardone

TIMESTAMPS

00:00 Introduction

01:22 Almost A Million Gross Profit

03:34 Dropping Out College

08:11 Overcoming Fear and Self - Doubt

10:50 Perseverance and Innovation in Business

12:33 Consistency in Landscaping Business

15:49 Winter Time Dilemma

16:41 Construction Roots in Real Estate Ventures

19:18 Audiobooks Transforming Perspectives

21:09 Flipping Houses with Confidence

21:53 Real Estate Investment Partnerships

24:24 Taking the Capital

28:57 Not All About the Deal

29:54 Flipping Foreclosure Auctions

35:40 Business Innovation in Flipping

38:22 Nothing to Lose

39:48 Scaling House Flips

44:01 Overcoming Business Challenges

46:00 Personal Struggles and Upbringing

54:10 Purpose Through Fatherhood

56:30 Discovering Hidden Siblings

1:00:17 Legacy Impact Across Generations

1:03:41 Dealing Family Challenges

1:07:42 Strengthening Faith

1:11:42 Looking Back

1:12:37 200 Flips Completed

1:14:24 Serendipitous Encounter through Real Estate

1:20:00 Faith vs Fear

1:21:31 Connect with Jansen Mclendon

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Simplifi Real Estate: https://www.simplifirealestate.com/about-us

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Hear out Crystal Mitchell's story, a supermom and an amazing entrepreneur who broke some limiting beliefs as she started her business, Crystal's Backyard Boutique. She turned her passion for affordable fashion jewelry into a successful venture, offering $5 pieces through live sales on Facebook. 📱

While building her business, she faced the challenge of raising children alongside her entrepreneurial ambitions. 👩‍👧‍👦 Balancing motherhood with the demands of growing a business meant navigating constant challenges, from limited time and energy to juggling multiple responsibilities.

Despite these struggles, Crystal’s commitment helped her push through. She found innovative ways to connect with customers through live selling, turning her passion into a strong and impactful business. 💡 Along the way, she also overcame industry skepticism and financial obstacles to build her brand.

In this episode of Diehard Entrepreneur Stories, Crystal also shared how she scaled her multi-level marketing business while juggling other responsibilities as a mother. Her journey illustrates that with determination, creativity, and a clear vision, it's possible to turn obstacles into pathways to success.

💎 Crystal’s experiences spark new ideas on approaching your journey especially if you're still exploring entrepreneurship. If you're wondering how she did it, this episode is for you.

⚡Reach out to Crystal Mitchell:

Facebook Business Page:https://www.facebook.com/Crystals-Backyard-Boutique-5-Jewelry-106736925160820/

Facebook Personal Page:https://www.facebook.com/crystal.roberts.9047

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cbbjewelry

TIMESTAMP

00:00 Introduction

01:14 Wholesale to Retail with Paparazzi Accessories

03:46 Three Core Business Principles

04:12 Path to Jewelry Business

07:04 Young Entrepreneurial Leadership

10:18 Key Moment for Starting a Business

11:53 Missed Convention Sparks Improvement

12:53 Choosing Passion Over Stability

14:12 Faith in Uncertain Opportunities

16:41 Business Partnership with Husband

21:44 Innovative Sales Strategies

25:00 First Live Selling

29:58 Setting Initial Business Goals

31:37 Achieving Major Milestones

32:49 Multilevel Marketing

37:36 Coaching and Mentoring

39:00 Wealth Beyond the Top 1%

42:16 Growing Through Social Media

45:30 Authentic Relationship Building

47:10 Overcoming Business Challenges

53:23 Personal Growth

57:39 Balancing Business and Motherhood

1:00:07 Emotional Highs and Lows in Entrepreneurship

1:03:35 Connect with Crystal Mitchell

⚡ Let's stay in touch:

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Simplifi Real Estate: https://www.simplifirealestate.com/about-us

🎬Produced by: https://daretopodcast.com/

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Welcome back to Diehard Entrepreneur Stories! My guest for this episode is no other than Ron Angel, a seasoned entrepreneur and real estate investor who has built and scaled multiple successful businesses. As the founder of DivZero Capital, RnD Capital, and RnA Acquisitions, Ron’s ventures specialize in real estate investment, development, and financing, providing unique solutions to both buyers and investors.

Early in his career, he made the bold decision to leave behind a six-figure salary as a software engineer 💻, stepping away from the security of corporate life to follow his passion for real estate. This was a defining moment that marked the beginning of his entrepreneurial journey. He quickly found that the path of entrepreneurship was filled with uncertainty, market volatility, and tough financial decisions.

Throughout his journey, Ron has faced significant adversity, including navigating financial instability and dealing with setbacks like the loss of contracts and key staff. The real estate market tested his decision-making, and he encountered challenges that would have made many entrepreneurs give up. But rather than letting these obstacles hold him back, Ron demonstrated remarkable perseverance and adaptability 🔄. He turned setbacks into learning experiences, recalibrated his business model, and leaned into long-term sustainable strategies 📊.

Despite these challenges, Ron's businesses have flourished, and his success in real estate investing is a testament to his persistence.

👉 Ron's story is a great resource for anyone looking to make a bold career change or follow their true calling so don't miss out on this one!

⚡Reach out to Ron Angel:

Website: https://ron-angel.com/

TIMESTAMPS

00:00 Introduction

00:29 Left Full-Time Job to Pursue Real Estate

03:19 Becoming and Entrepreneur

07:26 New Adventures in Real Estate

10:31 Controlling Time and Energy

12:03 Doubts Arising

14:24 Being Logical

15:36 Boundary Conditions

16:09 Financial Plan

18:17 Sixth Month Runway

19:03 Goal Setting

23:15 Personal Growth

24:44 Wholesaling to Flipping

26:11 Hitting Milestones

28:47 Pushing Through with Perseverance

29:22 Pivoting the Model

35:14 Coaching, Consulting, and Flipping

36:19 Multiple Income Streams

38:06 Entrepreneurial Focus

41:10 Managing Personal and Business Cash Flow

47:34 Connect with Ron Angel

⚡ Let's stay in touch:

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Simplifi Real Estate: https://www.simplifirealestate.com/about-us

🔔 Watch this on YouTube:

https://www.youtube.com/@devinramos

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What does it take to turn adversity into triumph?

👨🏻‍💼📝 Welcome to the first episode of Diehard Entrepreneur Stories Podcast! In this inspiring episode, I’m thrilled to introduce you to Aaron Hale, a true testament to resilience and perseverance. Aaron’s journey from the battlefield to entrepreneurship is nothing short of remarkable.

After serving as a Navy Chef and leading an Army EOD team, Aaron’s life took a dramatic turn when he was severely injured in Afghanistan. An IED explosion led to him losing his sight 👀, and later, a bacterial infection left him deaf —transforming his life in ways he never anticipated. Despite these profound challenges, Aaron refused to let his disabilities define him. Instead, he channeled his adversity into a force for change 💪.

Not stopping there, Aaron took the lessons he learned through his military service and physical endurance and applied them to his entrepreneurial endeavors. He founded Extra Ordinary Delights Fudge 🍫, a business that blends his love for cooking with his drive to create something meaningful. Aaron didn’t just build a successful business—he also ventured into real estate 🏡, making strategic investments that further expanded his entrepreneurial footprint.

🎙️ Tune in for this uplifting conversation as Aaron opens up about his military career, the life-changing injuries he faced, and how he not only survived but thrived. You’ll hear how he rebuilt his life, developed EOD Fudge, and learned to find new ways to excel. His story is one of resilience, adaptability, and a refusal to give up in the face of unimaginable adversity.

⚡Reach out to Aaron Hale:

EOD Fudge Website: https://eodfudge.com/

Podcast: https://pointofimpactpod.com/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@pointofimpactpodcast

TIMESTAMPS

00:00 Introduction

01:29 Aaron Hale’s Story

03:07 Calling to Join Service

06:01 From Navy Cook to Army EOD Tech

09:29 Deployments

13:17 Surviving a Roadside Bomb Blast without Bomb Suit

15:39 What Happened During the Blast

18:02 Overcoming Trauma and Finding Humor in Recovery

27:13 Selfishness to Selflessness: Finding Value in Helping

29:15 Overcoming Blindness

32:09 Running Marathons

35:44 Going Through Resilience and Technology

40:48 Cooking Through Hard Times

42:32 Passion for Business: Extra Ordinary Delights Fudge

47:27 Real Estate Investing

52:23 Everything is Perspective

56:04 Lesson Learned from Experiences

1:00:17 More on Aaron Hale

⚡ Let's stay in touch:

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Simplifi Real Estate: https://www.simplifirealestate.com/about-us

🎬Produced by: https://daretopodcast.com/

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🎙️ Welcome to the Diehard Entrepreneur Stories Podcast!

I’m Devin Ramos, and I’m thrilled to kick off this journey with you. ▶️ In this episode, I’m setting the stage for a podcast that’s all about resilience, growth, and the real, unfiltered truth of entrepreneurship.

I’m pulling back the curtain on my journey — from having absolutely nothing to building a net worth of nearly $2 million — and sharing the hard-earned lessons that got me here.

☝️ But this podcast isn’t just about my story. I’m bringing in successful entrepreneurs, veterans, business leaders, and even former CIA operatives to share insights and strategies you can apply to your journey. 🧐 We’ll dive into the challenges, strategies, and mindset shifts important for lasting success.

If you’re ready to skip the fluff and get real, actionable advice, hard-hitting stories, and no-nonsense strategies that work, then you’re in the right place.

⚡ This isn’t just a podcast—it’s the blueprint for the relentless, the resilient, the Diehard Entrepreneur.

Don’t miss out — subscribe now and join the movement! Let’s crush this journey together.

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