Prioritizing Experience and Influence in the Multifamily Realm with John Makarewicz - 77
What sparks the initial flicker of a visionary idea? Is it a sudden epiphany, a gradual unfolding fueled by insatiable curiosity, or perhaps a blend of both? In this episode of Leading Visionaries, host Anjel B. Hartwell interviews John Makarewicz, Managing Partner at Faris Capital Partners, a leader who scaled a residential real estate company to a nine-figure exit and now focuses on revolutionizing multifamily acquisitions with a people-first approach grounded in transparency and integrity. Discover how John’s childhood inquisitiveness paved the way for his entrepreneurial spirit, and how his understanding of leadership evolved from taking charge to the nuanced art of enrolling others in a shared vision. Explore the critical role of a clearly defined company culture and values in building a successful and impactful organization, and gain insights into John’s philosophy on creating exceptional experiences for both investors and residents. From stumbling into real estate to building a thriving capital partner firm focused on service, John shares his journey, his challenges, and his strategies for scaling influence and navigating the future of the industry. Prepare to be inspired by a conversation that goes beyond mere business strategy, exploring the very essence of visionary leadership and the profound impact of a purpose-driven approach. Are you ready to unlock the visionary within and create conscious change in the world? Then you cannot afford to miss this insightful episode.What You Will Learn:The multifaceted origins of a visionary mindset, understanding that it can stem from childhood curiosity and a persistent questioning of how things can be improved, rather than just sudden epiphanies.The evolution of leadership, distinguishing between naturally assuming leadership roles and developing into a true leader through learning, experience, and mentorship.The critical importance of enrolling others in a vision as the next level of leadership, which goes beyond simply having a vision and laying out plans. Practical strategies for building a strong company culture by establishing a detailed and regularly reviewed vision document, clearly defining values through "fundamentals," and implementing a rigorous, multi-step hiring process focused on value alignment.The significance of a robust onboarding experience and the leader's role in empowering their team after hiring the right people. Strategies for scaling influence by adopting a stakeholder theory, leading by example, treating vendors and partners well, and maintaining transparent communication with investors.The importance of surrounding oneself with knowledgeable individuals and the value of having a strong business partner for navigating challenges and making well-considered decisions.Sparkly Insight Quote from John Makarewicz:"I think leaders are created. You may have some things in your personality or your behavior that help there. But at the end of the day, it's a learning process and you have to live the experience"Resource:John Makarewicz: Full Out InvestingLeading Visionaries PodcastJoin the Leading Visionaries CommunityMake a Donation to Support the ShowCreative A
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