Ever look at a successful entrepreneur and think, “They must have had all the right connections and resources from the start”? This week’s episode of The Entrepreneur Blueprint Podcast will change that perspective forever. Brian Smith sits down with his longtime friend and top-producing real estate agent Leslie Renteria, whose journey from a low-income Houston neighborhood to running a thriving real estate and remodeling business is a masterclass in perseverance, faith, and hustle.

In this conversation, Leslie shares how she went from being an orthopedic nurse to finding her calling in real estate, without any role models in business. From juggling newborns and closings during a pandemic, to starting a construction and staging company to better serve her clients, Leslie’s story is proof that big dreams can grow from humble beginnings when you’re fueled by grit and guided by strong values.

Whether you’re a new agent, a working parent, or just someone chasing a big goal, this episode will inspire you to push past excuses and keep building, one step at a time.

Key Takeaways:

Why you shouldn’t quit your day job when starting in real estate

How a strong support system can make or break your success

The surprising skills nursing gave Leslie for real estate

Balancing top-producer ambition with being a present parent

Why integrity and relationships matter more than flashy marketing

"Even when you’re not trying to be successful, when you do the work, people are watching, and that’s where your business grows." - Leslie Renteria

If this conversation inspires you, subscribe to The Entrepreneur Blueprint, share it with a friend who needs encouragement, and take a few minutes today to journal about the habits you want to build for your own success story.

How do you build a business that honors your faith, serves your family, and still thrives in the real world?

In this episode of The Entrepreneur Blueprint, host Brian Smith sits down with longtime friend, brother in Christ, and financial services leader Corey Allen. From a humble upbringing in St. Martin, Louisiana, to serving in Iraq, and now serving everyday families through financial literacy and empowerment, Corey’s journey is anything but conventional. But it’s rich with purpose, persistence, and powerful life lessons.

Corey shares how he transitioned from military life to entrepreneurship, discovering his calling in financial services without prior experience, or even a love for math. His path was shaped by mentorship, mindset shifts, and a deep love for people. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to scale your business without losing your soul, Corey delivers gold for real-life disciples aiming to lead and serve with integrity.

🔥 5 Takeaways You Don’t Want to Miss:

Why loving people is more important than loving numbers in business

The “5 P’s” to evaluate any opportunity (Philosophy, People, Process, Price, Performance)

How block scheduling can create balance between business and family

Why mentorship only works if you’re humble and coachable

The secret power of keeping your “why” front and center

💬 “You don’t learn it to do it. You do it to learn it.” - Corey Allen

➡️ Take Action: If this episode inspired you, share it with a friend who needs encouragement on their entrepreneurial journey. Don’t forget to subscribe and journal what your current “why” is, it might be the key to your next breakthrough.

What if your side hustle could become a seven-figure legacy? In this episode of The Entrepreneur Blueprint, host Brian Smith sits down with Hall of Fame real estate professional and multi-million-dollar producer, Marcy Rogers. Her journey from waitressing and selling vacuums to running her own thriving brokerage is nothing short of extraordinary.

Marcy opens up about her bold leap into real estate 13 years ago, the grind behind the glamour, and the power of perseverance. She shares how her past experiences, from sales to service, built the foundation for her meteoric rise in the industry. Together, Brian and Marcy dive into the myths of entrepreneurship, the necessity of boundaries, and the secret sauce behind building long-term client trust.

If you've ever wondered what it really takes to start your own business, grow a loyal following, and still make time to bake perfect cookies, this episode is for you.

Takeaways You Don’t Want to Miss:

Real estate success is less about glam and more about grind, showing up is everything.

There’s no ceiling in entrepreneurship, but you must set boundaries to protect your time.

Open houses aren’t optional, they’re a numbers game and a connection point.

Don’t be a secret agent, if people don’t know you’re in business, they can’t work with you.

Surround yourself with doers, being around the right people accelerates your growth.

“It’s not about the numbers. It’s about showing up, being present, and letting people know who you are.” - Marcy Rogers

🎧 Don’t just listen, act: Subscribe to The Entrepreneur Blueprint, share this episode with a rising entrepreneur in your circle, and journal one step you can take this week to dynamize your own journey.