• How Not To Shame Yourself For Under Performance In Your Business
    Jul 11 2025

    Ever felt like you're just not measuring up in your business? Today on The Land Academy Show, join Steven Jack Butala and Jill DeWit as Jill vulnerably unpacks the universal entrepreneurial struggle of feeling like you're falling short—and how to overcome it without shame. This episode explores the emotional reality behind entrepreneurship: the doubts, the comparisons, the pressure to always do more. Jill opens up about her own experiences leading and exiting a company, and how she learned to separate her personal identity from performance metrics. If you’ve ever felt like you “should be further along,” this episode will help you breathe easier, find perspective, and reconnect with the bigger picture behind why you started.

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    16 mins
  • Investor Career Secrets With Longtime Successful Land Academy Member Michelle Bridger
    Jul 10 2025

    What if land deals could show you what freedom in business really feels like? Today on The Land Academy Show, join Steven Jack Butala and Jill DeWit as they uncover investor career secrets in a powerful interview with Michelle Bridger, a seasoned entrepreneur who discovered how land investing offered a glimpse into a simpler, more aligned way of doing business. Michelle opens up about leading a high-pressure agency, hitting a breaking point, and making bold decisions to restructure her team—and her life. Together, they dive into themes of clarity, delegation, shifting leadership identity, and what happens when you stop tolerating “busy” and start intentionally designing your work around your life. If you’re a business owner ready to work less, live more, and finally build a business that supports you, this episode is a must-listen.

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    30 mins
  • Why NEED Drives Real Estate Decisions, Not WANT And Why it's Predictable
    Jul 9 2025

    What really makes a landowner say yes? Today on The Land Academy Show, Steven Jack Butala and Jill DeWit explore the psychology behind seller motivation—and why identifying true need is the secret to consistent land investing success. They reveal how seasoned investors can spot ready-to-act sellers, often before the sellers even realize it themselves, and why this pattern is more predictable than you’d think. You’ll hear real-world examples, Jill’s high-volume call strategies, and how emotional detachment from property signals opportunity. If you’re ready to stop chasing deals and start attracting them, this episode is for you.

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    15 mins
  • What A Successful Land Investment Month Looks Like
    Jul 8 2025

    What if the secret to land investing success isn’t flashy flips—but boring consistency? Today on The Land Academy Show, join Steven Jack Butala and Jill DeWit as they break down what actually makes a land investing month successful. It’s not about big sales numbers—it’s about daily discipline: sending out mail, reviewing deals, and making smart acquisition decisions. They share the exact activities that keep the pipeline full and profits growing, and explain why buying undervalued property is still the key difference between full-time investors and hobbyists. If you’ve ever wondered what to focus on to build real wealth and freedom through land, this episode lays it out step by step.

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    17 mins
  • How To Find Land Sellers Who NEED To Sell Their Land Regardless Of Price
    Jul 7 2025

    What if the best land deals come from sellers who have to sell—and don’t even know it yet? Today on The Land Academy Show, join Steven Jack Butala and Jill DeWit as they reveal how to identify sellers driven by true need—regardless of price. This episode breaks down the psychology of sellers, separating those emotionally tied to their land from those ready to walk away. Steven and Jill share their contrasting call-screening strategies, showing how casting a wide net and asking the right questions can uncover golden deals. You'll also hear insights from Jill’s latest advanced training and a candid discussion about whether sales skills are learned or innate. Whether you're growing your land business or just getting started, this episode will reshape how you think about deal flow—and help you zero in on the sellers that actually matter.

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    16 mins
  • Mindset Shift 2025: Stop Buying Land The Old Way & Start Thriving
    Jul 4 2025

    What if everything you thought you knew about land investing was about to change? Today on The Land Academy Show, join Steven Jack Butala and Jill DeWit as they reveal why the old ways of land investing are dead for 2025. They dive deep into the critical mindset shift you need to survive and thrive in land investing, explaining why traditional methods are no longer enough, exemplified by a real-world deal review of a tricky Texas property that challenges conventional wisdom. They also emphasize the importance of upping your game in every aspect, from lead generation and deal analysis to pricing and even customer service. This episode isn't just about theory; it's about real-time adaptation and understanding what it truly takes to succeed in today's market. Are you ready to transform your approach?

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    14 mins
  • Land Investor Reset: Your 2025 Guide To Smarter Mailers & Bigger Deals
    Jul 3 2025

    Got that nagging feeling your land investing strategy needs a shake-up? You're probably right. Today on The Land Academy Show, Steven Jack Butala and Jill DeWit tackle the current shifts in the land investing market head-on. If you've been feeling the "dips" and wondering what to do, this episode is your wake-up call! Jack and Jill reveal why old strategies won't cut it anymore and how to adjust your approach to mailers and market selection for maximum profit. Plus, get ready for a fresh perspective on why thinking bigger with your deal size isn't just about more money—it often means easier transactions! Tune in to discover how to thrive in 2025's evolving landscape and turn these market changes into your biggest opportunities yet.

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    19 mins
  • From Stale To Scalable: Your 2025 Land Investing Strategy
    Jul 2 2025

    Have you felt the shift in the land investing market? You're not alone. The "party" of easy, high-profit flips from 2020 is officially over, and it's time to adapt. Today on The Land Academy Show, join Steven Jack Butala and Jill DeWit as they dive into what's changing, what they've done to stay ahead, and why you need to be thinking differently about your mailers and market moves. They'll break down what a successful 2025 land investing strategy looks like—how to navigate these new waters, avoid common pitfalls, and leverage your past successes to find new opportunities. Plus, hear a real-world solution to a common land investing challenge: securing an easement for a landlocked property. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting out, this episode is packed with the information and inspiration you need to thrive in today’s evolving real estate landscape.

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    15 mins