PODs: Mentorship & Accountability
To ensure you get the most out of this upcoming STRIVE cycle, please follow the steps below to select your POD:
STEP 1:Â Read through each POD description carefully and choose one that aligns with your current goals and focus areas.
STEP 2: Double-check the scheduled Educational and Accountability call times. All times are listed in EST. Please make sure you can fully commit to attending every call in the cycle.
STEP 3: Click the button for the one POD you’re selecting and complete the POD Form by July 15th.
Note: Each POD requires a minimum of 8 members to move forward.
Katie Kim
A third-generation real estate developer, she closed her first deal at just 16 years old with zero money in the deal. She went on to run a general construction company for over a decade and has developed more than $170 million in real estate.
New Construction
Overwhelmed by the complexity of land development? The New Construction POD offers a step-by-step guide for those looking to acquire and develop land. You will learn how to evaluate and structure deals, plan pre-construction phases, and execute land development projects from start to finish. You'll master critical aspects of development, including managing communication, budgeting, and project close-out. With real-world case studies and actionable templates, you'll build the skills and confidence to maximize profitability while avoiding costly surprises.
Month 1: Evaluating & Structuring Your Deal
Month 2: Pre-Construction Planning
Month 3: Managing Communication & Documentation
Month 4: Change Orders & Budget & Cost Management
Month 5: Project Close-Out and Final Walkthrough
POD Calls are on Tuesdays (week 1 and week 3) at 2:30 pm EST.Â
Enrollment window for current semester closes on July 15, 2025.Â
Stephanie Cabral
Stephanie Cabral, a seasoned real estate investor and former attorney, achieved financial independence in a decade through strategic ownership and management of long and mid-term rentals. Streamlining operations enabled Stephanie to expand her portfolio, quit her day job, and transition into a full-time real estate investor. She's proud of how little she works IN the business, her ability to work remotely, running a professional operation, and serving her tenants with integrity and compassion.
 Mastering Real Estate Operations Through Systems and Processes
This POD is ideal for women who are ready to get out of the weeds, streamline their processes, eliminate chaos, and enjoy time freedom and geographic independence. By developing a robust operational infrastructure, you'll be empowered to step back from daily tasks, streamline processes, and effectively grow your business.
Month 1:Â Clarity & Focus: Planning Your Ideal Business Flow
Month 2:Â Building Strong Operational Infrastructure
Month 3:Â Mastering Automation for Efficiency
Month 4:Â The Art of Delegation
Month 5:Â 10x Your Results - Reports, KPIs, and Quality Control
POD calls are scheduled on Wednesdays (week 1 and 3) at 4 pm EST.
Enrollment window for current semester closes on July 15th, 2025. Â
Dr. Rachel Gainsbrugh
Dr. Rachel, originally from Haiti, possesses an unwavering drive to make a difference. As a doctor raised in Miami and burdened by $500K in student loans, she embarked on a relentless journey to pay them off. Â
Discovering the immense potential of AirBNB STR & MTR investing, she achieved a remarkable returns through short-term real estate rentals.
Today, Dr. Rachel adeptly balances her roles as an owner/manager of 18 STR/MTR luxury rentals, devoted wife, mother, and real estate coach.
Her passion lies in helping professionals create a fulfilling life through lifestyle real estate investing, believing that just two properties can make a significant impact.
Her expertise and captivating story have even landed her a feature on Netflix, showcasing her remarkable achievements.
STR & MTR Wealth-Building Pod
Learn to excel in short-term (STR) and mid-term rental (MTR) investments through our STR and MTR Wealth-Building Pod. Dr. Rachel Gainsbrugh will cover strategic planning, data analytics, key relationship-building, operational efficiency, and risk mitigation. The STR & MTR Wealth-Building Pod guides you to identify, finance, and optimize a rental property, creating a steady revenue stream with just a few doors.Â
Month 1: Strategic Decisions Unlocked:Â The 10 Critical Considerations (10CC) for Launching a Profitable STR/MTR
Month 2: Know Your Numbers:Â Market & Property Analysis
Month 3: Relationships & Resources for STR/MTR Acquisitions
Month 4: Establishing your Property Listing, Team, and Design Aesthetics
Month 5: Optimization and Performance Enhancement in MTR/STR
POD Calls are on Tuesdays (week 1 and week 3) at 12 pm EST.Â
Enrollment window for current semester closes on July 15th or Jan 15th Â
Whitney Elkins-Hutten
Whitney Elkins-Hutten is the Founder of AshWealth.com, Director of Investor Education at PassiveInvesting.com, and author of the #1 bestseller Money for Tomorrow: How to Build and Protect Generational Wealth.
Through her proven wealth-building framework, Whitney empowers high-earning professionals and business owners to create secure, passive income streams that support a legacy of financial freedom for generations.
With over $800MM in assets—including 6,500+ residential units, 15 express car washes, and 2,200+ self-storage units—Whitney guides clients to invest strategically, helping them confidently turn a single $100,000 investment into hundreds of thousands within a few years, or millions over decades.
Financial Strategies to Master Your Wealth
This POD is designed to address the unique challenges you face, providing clarity and actionable strategies to help you align your portfolio, free up cash, and confidently grow and protect your wealth. Whether you're looking to streamline your systems, prepare for your next big investment, or ensure your legacy, this is your roadmap to financial success.
Month 1: Get a Pulse on Your Portfolio - Clarify Your Current Financial Picture
Month 2: Plug the Leaks in Your Wealth - Identify Areas Where You May Be Losing Money
Month 3: CFO Strategies for Active Investors - Aligning Business and Personal Finances for Growth
Month 4: Build Your Investment Roadmap - Create a Plan for Confident Investing
Month 5: Protect and Pass On Your Wealth - Legacy Planning and Wealth Preservation
POD Calls are on Wednesdays (week 1 and week 3) at 4 pm EST.Â
Enrollment window for current semester closes on July 15th, 2025. Â
Beth Pinkley Johnson
Beth Pinkley Johnson is the Managing Partner of Flynn Family Lending and founder of the L2L Fund I LLC. As the author of Lend to Live: Earn Hassle-Free Passive Income in Real Estate with Private Money Lending (BiggerPockets Publishing), Beth helps investors unlock true financial freedom by leveraging private lending strategies. With years of experience structuring win-win deals and mentoring new lenders, she equips others to confidently step out of the time-for-money trap. Today, Beth empowers everyday professionals to become savvy, lifestyle-focused investors—earning passive income, scaling with intention, and building wealth that aligns with their values.
 Master the Art of Raising Private MoneyÂ
You’ve built your real estate portfolio by relying solely on your own capital. Now, you’re ready to gain strategic knowledge on how to raise private money with confidence. Whether it’s crafting your pitch deck, answering tough questions, or navigating compliance, you’re looking for a clear, step-by-step process to follow.
In this POD, Beth Johnson—private lender and author of Lend to Live: Earn Hassle-Free Passive Income in Real Estate with Private Money Lending—brings over 21 years of lending experience to help you build trust, stay compliant, and grow your portfolio by leveraging other people’s money.
Month 1: Shift your mindset and build your identity as a capital raiser
Month 2: Create your Credibility Kit and elevator pitch to communicate your value
Month 3: Design a clear and strategic capital raising launch plan
Month 4: Understand legal foundations and ensure your plan is compliant
Month 5: Practice handling objections and strengthen investor relationships
POD Calls are on Mondays (week 1 and week 3) at 4 pm EST.Â
Enrollment window for current semester closes on July 15th, 2025. Â
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