The Entrepreneur's Mindset with Jon Sexton

Join host Lynell Gordon as she speaks with Jon Sexton, a serial entrepreneur and founder of Nashville Home Agents. In this episode, Jon shares his journey from personal trainer to health club owner to successful real estate entrepreneur, providing invaluable insights on leadership styles, business scaling, and servant leadership principles. Discover why understanding whether you're a "visionary" or an "integrator" can transform your business success, how to build teams that thrive through empowerment, and learn about Jon's innovative "high-rise game" investment strategy that's yielding impressive returns in Nashville's booming real estate market. This episode is sponsored by Bluetent.

In this episode of The Vacation Rental Show, host Lynell Gordon interviews Jon Sexton, a serial entrepreneur who has successfully built businesses across multiple industries. Jon's entrepreneurial journey began when he moved to Nashville in 1996 pursuing music while working as a personal trainer. His fitness business grew from a solo operation to one of the largest health clubs in the Southeast, which later enabled him to develop real estate and transition into the property market.

What you'll learn:

How identifying whether you're a "visionary" or "integrator" leader can transform your business approach
The critical importance of establishing processes and procedures while remaining flexible to pivot
Why servant leadership creates stronger teams and better business outcomes
Strategic approaches to real estate investment in today's market conditions
The "high-rise game" investment strategy that's yielding significant returns in Nashville
How to navigate business scaling challenges through proper mentorship and team building
The balance between working "in" versus "on" your business
The power of perseverance in entrepreneurial success

Jon Sexton is the founder of Nashville Home Agents, a real estate company with a unique approach to team building and brand development. His background spans fitness industry entrepreneurship, real estate development, and television hosting on "Selling Nashville." Named one of the top 50 entrepreneurs in Tennessee, Jon brings a wealth of experience in business scaling, leadership development, and servant-focused team building. His approach emphasizes empowering team members rather than placing himself as the central brand, creating a culture where everyone can thrive and develop their professional growth.

This episode is sponsored by Bluetent.

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