In this episode of Burning the Ships, we sit down with Q Moldrik to explore the power of reputation management, scaling a business with strategic automation, and the importance of celebrating wins along the journey. Q shares valuable insights on how businesses can control their online reviews, the impact of perception on customer trust, and why timing matters when asking for testimonials. We also talk about the challenges of entrepreneurship, the chaos of rapid growth, and the necessity of setting clear goals for sustained success.

Whether you’re an entrepreneur, investor, or business leader, this episode is packed with actionable takeaways on leveraging systems, maintaining company culture, and ensuring your business reputation works in your favor.

Key Talking Points of the Episode

00:00 Introduction

01:38 JJ’s Joke of the Week

04:06 Who is Q Moldrik?

10:53 The growth of Legacy Digital

17:26 Best practices to overcome stress in different situations

21:24 The mindset you need to develop to be resilient

24:23 What Legacy Digital is focused on for 2025

27:19 What is Reputation Management?

32:12 Why customer reviews are important in business

36:17 One-off campaigns

37:20 The impact of UGC campaigns in marketing

41:00 The real value of digital marketing

44:51 How to get the best returns from digital marketing

49:18 How Legacy Digital helps businesses understand digital marketing

50:41 The impact of team culture to your success

52:53 How celebrating wins can nurture your team’s culture

54:59 What would Q’s grandfather be proud of the most about her?

01:02:58 What it takes to achieve success in life

Quotables

“People, without looking at the name of the business, without clicking on the website, they look at those 5-star reviews and how many reviews they have.”

“Social media in the personal brand world is a partnership. We will take over, like you said – all the BS stuff – the editing, the posting, the engagements, the data, the day-to-day daily nuances to save you time, but we need you guys on the ground pushing it.”

“If you’re not changing it, you’re choosing it.”

Links

Connect with Q!

https://www.facebook.com/qmoldrik

https://www.instagram.com/qmoldrik/

https://www.legacydigital.com/

608B Capital

https://608bcapital.com/

Legacy Digital Marketing

https://www.legacydigital.com/

In this Burning the Ships Weekly Ramble, we explore the key difference between perception and perspective—and how mastering both improves communication, sales, negotiation, and leadership. While perception is how you see the world, perspective allows you to understand others’ viewpoints.

I share how this mindset shift has shaped my success in sales, leadership, and relationships, with real-life examples of how seeing through others’ eyes builds trust, creates win-win outcomes, and strengthens communication. Whether in business or personal life, this episode challenges you to think differently, ask better questions, and truly listen for more impactful conversations and results.

Key Talking Points of the Episode

00:00 Introduction

02:02 JJ’s Joke of the Week

02:51 Why perception vs. perspective is crucial in sales & leadership

05:30 How shifting from perception to perspective creates more value

07:01 The three biggest factors in closing a sale: Know, Like, and Trust

11:08 The impact of perspective in personal relationships

13:45 How asking the right questions builds deeper relationships & increases sales success

17:42 Leadership lesson: Why great managers listen before they lead

21:04 How this mindset shift can improve daily communication in any situation

Quotables

“Most people operate from their own perception, but true success comes from mastering perspective—seeing things through someone else’s eyes.”

“If you go into any negotiation thinking only about what you want, you’ve already lost.”

“In any conflict, the fastest way to resolution is to stop reacting and start asking questions.”

Links

608B Capital

https://608bcapital.com/

In this episode of Burning the Ships, Jennifer Steward shares how she became a powerhouse in off-market real estate acquisitions, building an agency of 180 virtual assistants who pull and skip trace over 2 million records per month. As a commercial real estate broker with eXp Commercial and a certified expert through the National Commercial Real Estate Association, Jennifer brings unmatched insights into finding and funding deals.

We explore Jennifer’s journey from poverty to building a real estate empire, the mindset shifts behind her success, and how she thrived in a male-dominated industry. She shares her strategies for sourcing off-market deals, building effective teams, and strategic networking. Whether you’re new to investing or scaling your portfolio, this episode is full of actionable insights and inspiration.

Key Talking Points of the Episode

00:00 Introduction

01:36 Who is Jennifer Steward?

07:12 Reading Rich Dad, Poor Dad at the age of 15

15:34 Navigating the recession the traditional way

18:07 The importance of equity position in achieving financial freedom

22:24 How teaching your kids life lessons can set them up for success

31:10 Putting her family first before entrepreneurship

32:42 Breaking into real estate through cold calling

37:04 How networking can give you opportunities to scale and succeed

45:42 Building a global team of 180 virtual assistants

50:09 The benefits of managing team members individually

54:10 How exposing your children to your business early impacts them

01:00:30 Leading life with the intention to provide passive opportunities

01:03:04 Balancing personal life, business, and health

01:12:25 Overcoming adversity in raising a family and achieving success

01:14:55 The reality behind achieving success as an entrepreneur

01:19:31 Jennifer’s advice for aspiring entrepreneurs

Quotables

“I knew from a young age that I wanted out—I was willing to do whatever it took to change my future.”

“You have to give yourself the grace to be terrified and terrible.”

“My strength is understanding people’s motivations. It’s about listening, not selling.”

Links

Jennifer Steward

jenn@reidatasource.net

https://www.facebook.com/elitedealfinder