E285: From Poker to Purpose with Connor Steinbrook

The Erik Cabral Show

Connor Steinbrook's journey from an accidental mastery of online poker to becoming a top real estate influencer is an inspiration to those who want to overcome setbacks and obstacles. Join Erik Cabral as he uncovers Connor's story of hitting rock bottom after losing his poker career, educating himself through free resources, and rebuilding his life through personal development and faith. Connor is the founder of Wolfpack Revenue Share Organization and one of the top 30 eXp Realty influencers. His journey to success is an inspiration to many having overcome numerous setbacks,

Here are some power takeaways from today’s conversation:

• How he got into online poker

• Online poker vs. live poker

• The competitive dynamics of poker and real estate investing

• How he ended up in deep debt and how YouTube changed his life and mindset

• The power of educating yourself

• The importance of discipline and habits

Episode Highlights:

[01:32] Connor’s Journey as a Poker Player

Connor lost his career as an online poker player when government regulations shut down poker sites in 2011. He fell into debt and depression before finding his way. Poker was not just a role for him, but it formed his entire world. It was a micro-universe where he and his friends were deeply immersed. Suddenly, overnight, it all vanished, leaving them in a state of chaos and emotional turmoil. Many struggled to find their next direction in life. For some, this became their defining moment, never able to recover. However, others took it as a challenge, using it as fuel to find a better path. Surprisingly, many poker players went on to build successful businesses in various industries such as real estate, insurance, entrepreneurship, and digital marketing. They transformed their setback into an opportunity for growth and reinvention.

[20:57] Contrasting Battlegrounds: The Competitive Dynamics of Poker and Real Estate Investing

In poker, the competitive environment is intense, with players vying to win each other's money and ego being at stake. It's a lifetime pursuit filled with ups and downs. On the other hand, real estate investing is a different ballgame. Real estate is a long-term business that requires perseverance and learning from failures to eventually succeed. Unlike in poker, where each year starts anew, real estate allows for building upon previous successes, such as growing rental portfolios or residual income. While poker demands constant adaptation due to the ever-evolving game, real estate provides opportunities for repeatable strategies and patterns if the fundamentals are executed correctly over time.

[30:45] Self-Development to Success: Connor's Inspirational Journey

Connor recognized that in order to change his life, he needed to work on bettering himself in all aspects. This involved not just gaining knowledge, but also developing mental toughness and physical fitness. Connor was overweight, unhappy, and lacked self-respect, but through dedication and hard work, he shed the excess weight and transformed his body. This physical transformation had a ripple effect, improving other areas of his life, including his financial success.

Resources Mentioned:

Wolfpack Revenue Share Organization

Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill

Napoleon Hill’s 17 Principles of Success

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