In this episode, we sit down with Wale Lawal, a Nigerian-born entrepreneur whose investor mindset was shaped long before he entered real estate.

Wale shares how a cultural philosophy — never using both hands to eat — influenced the way he approaches money, risk, and opportunity. That mindset led him through multiple ventures, including transportation, crypto, and forex trading. While not all of them succeeded, each experience taught him valuable lessons about resilience and growth.

His turning point came during the purchase of his first home, where communication gaps and unmet expectations pushed him to become the solution. Determined to serve others better, Wale earned his real estate license and began giving back to the community that once helped him.

Today, he’s known as a fierce yet fair negotiator—focused on creating win-win outcomes for buyers and sellers alike. This episode is a powerful reminder that setbacks don’t define you— your mindset does.

From Curiosity to Conviction: How Raymond Romo Built Success Without a Roadmap

Entrepreneurship and real estate are often portrayed as purely logical pursuits—numbers, strategies, and frameworks guiding every decision. But in this episode, Dwayne Perryman Jr. offers a much more human perspective on leadership, work, and service.

From buying his first home with his wife to building a real estate career rooted in integrity, Dwayne shares how some of the best decisions happen when logic and emotion are structured to work together. Whether it’s evaluating a home, managing time while working from home, or serving clients with genuine care, his approach is intentional and values-driven.

Dwayne also opens up about the realities behind real estate—the exams, licensing, fees, and emotional resilience required long before the first deal ever closes. He emphasizes the importance of entering the industry informed, prepared, and aligned with your values, not just attracted by the highlight reel.

At the core of his work is service. Shaped by his background in ministry, Dwayne believes people should never feel like transactions. Clients deserve honesty, peace of mind, and respect—whether they buy or walk away.

This episode is a grounded conversation about decision-making, boundaries, faith, and building a career that honors both excellence and humanity.

Have you ever wondered if you really have what it takes to build a life-changing business from the ground up, without connections, wealth, or a blueprint? This episode of Entrepreneur Blueprint will stir your soul and fire up your faith as we sit down with Gerwayne Collins, a top-producing real estate agent, devoted mom of many, and the woman her community lovingly remembers as “the candy lady.”

Gerwayne’s story is not polished, it’s powerful. Raised on Houston’s northeast side, with no insider knowledge of the home-buying process, Gerwayne’s first real estate experience left her feeling lost and underinformed. But that experience lit a fire in her. She dove deep into learning, not just to help herself, but to help her siblings, friends, and eventually hundreds of clients.

Brian and Gerwayne dive into her journey from full-time project engineer to real estate powerhouse, juggling multiple roles with the help of her village, and a whole lot of prayer. Her passion isn’t just about selling homes; it’s about making sure others never feel as lost as she did.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

Why knowledge, not hype, is the foundation of real estate success

How Gerwayne leaned into community, faith, and mentorship to launch her business

The #1 challenge agents face in today’s market (hint: it starts with TikTok)

How to discern if you should become a real estate agent

Practical first steps for anyone wanting to enter the industry and thrive

"I don’t need to get paid to help people, I’m just passionate about making sure they don’t feel uninformed like I once did." – Gerwayne Collins

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What if the key to success isn’t the hustle, but the heart behind it?

In this powerful episode of The Entrepreneur Blueprint, host Brian Smith sits down with top-producing real estate agent and sister in Christ, Jeneen Poole, to uncover how a South Side Chicago girl with a box of discarded coloring books became one of Texas’s most trusted agents, not by chasing commissions, but by serving people with purpose.

Jeneen shares her unexpected journey into real estate, beginning with childhood hustle and eventually stepping into the world of home sales after a divine moment in a model home. Through raw storytelling and faith-fueled wisdom, she reminds aspiring entrepreneurs that success isn’t about Instagram highlights, it’s about integrity, service, and knowing your why.

You’ll hear about the tough lessons she learned, the challenges of balancing business and family (with 14 grandkids!), and how putting God and priorities first has been the secret sauce to her longevity and impact.

Key Takeaways:

Success in real estate, and life, requires a heart of service, not just a hunger for sales.

Your priorities determine your peace: put the “big rocks” in first.

Integrity may cost you a commission, but it builds lifelong trust.

Real growth comes from reading, studying, and not settling for soundbites.

Faith isn’t just a belief system, it’s a business strategy.

“If I wouldn't come into this house, I'm not going to tell you that you should.” - Jeneen Poole

If this conversation encouraged you, subscribe, share it with a friend, and take 5 minutes to journal your own “big rocks.” What truly matters, and are you building your life around it?

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.