The Code To Winning

Jamie is a freelance professional with over 16 years of real-world experience, having worked with clients ranging from local mom-and-pop restaurants to Fortune 500 companies such as Google, Netflix, Lionsgate, and Hillshire. Rather than teaching theory, Jamie shares strategies that have been tested and refined through years of active client work.   Two years ago, Jamie began creating educational content on TikTok and Instagram to help fellow freelancers navigate pricing, clients, and sustainable growth. Today, Jamie reaches nearly 400,000 freelancers across social platforms with practical, no-nonsense advice. Alongside content creation, Jamie and their wife continue to work with clients every month, ensuring their insights remain relevant and grounded in real business experience.   In this interview, Jamie shares actionable lessons from the field and offers an honest look at what it really takes to build a successful freelance career.

In this episode, I sit down with Brandon J. LoCascio, a multifamily real estate investor who has built a portfolio exceeding 30 million dollars in assets and 120 apartment units. Brandon shares how he approached scaling his multifamily portfolio through disciplined underwriting, smart market selection, and hands on asset management while focusing on long term growth rather than short term wins.   We dive into Brandon’s real world experience with multifamily acquisitions, apartment investing strategies, financing structures, and investor relations. He explains how each multifamily deal was evaluated as a business, why strong property management is critical, and how building systems allowed him to grow consistently even as market conditions shifted.   This conversation is packed with insights for anyone interested in multifamily investing, apartment syndication, and real estate investing for cash flow and equity growth. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced investor, this episode offers practical lessons on scaling a real estate portfolio, avoiding common mistakes, and building wealth through multifamily real estate.

Ryan Pineda has been in the real estate industry since 2010 and has built an impressive portfolio totaling more than $100 million in real estate investments. Over the past decade, he has established himself as a highly respected entrepreneur, founding seven successful businesses that collectively generate seven to eight figures in annual revenue. His strategic approach to investing, scaling companies, and building systems has made him a trusted voice in real estate and entrepreneurship.   Beyond his business achievements, Ryan has become a powerful media and personal brand. With over 2 million followers across social platforms and more than 1 billion views online, he consistently delivers educational and motivational content to a global audience. His ability to break down complex topics into actionable strategies has helped countless individuals take control of their finances, businesses, and mindset.   Before entering the world of business, Ryan was a professional baseball player for the Oakland A’s, an experience that shaped his discipline, work ethic, and competitive mindset. In this episode, Ryan shares the lessons learned from his transition from professional sports to entrepreneurship, the challenges he faced along the way, and the principles that fueled his success. His mission is to inspire others to take bold action, build lasting wealth, and learn how to live life the Wealthy Way.

Jamil Damji’s story is one of the most powerful examples of resilience and reinvention you’ll ever hear. As the co-founder of Keegly, a national real estate wholesaling franchise with over 100+ locations, and founder of AstroFlipping, one of the largest real estate training communities in the country, Jamil has helped transform thousands of lives through real estate education and mindset mastery. But before the success, the fame, and the seven-figure deals, his life was filled with unimaginable pain.   From being bullied, beaten, and even chained as a child, to battling addiction, poverty, and hopelessness, Jamil’s early life was marked by struggle. Yet through every dark chapter, he refused to give up on himself or his dreams. His journey from addiction to becoming a multi-millionaire real estate entrepreneur proves that no matter where you start, transformation is always possible when you choose to rise above your circumstances.   In this powerful conversation, Jamil shares the $50,000 deal that changed everything, the mindset shift that turned him into an opportunist in real estate, and the importance of staying authentic and aligned with your purpose. He also opens up about the emotional story of a homeless Indian girl that completely shifted his perspective on success and fulfillment — a story that will stay with you long after the episode ends.   Whether you’re looking for motivation, healing, or insight into real estate success, this interview will challenge the way you think about winning. It’s more than just business — it’s about growth, gratitude, and becoming the person you were meant to be.

Jason Payne’s story is a masterclass in leadership, resilience, and vision.   Fifteen years ago, he was earning $12.50 an hour as an irrigation technician. A small pay bump to $14 an hour at his uncle’s roofing company became the turning point that ignited his entrepreneurial journey. From those humble beginnings, Jason Payne didn’t just climb the ladder, he built his own.   Today, as the founder of State 48 Roofing, Jason leads from the front, steering an eight-figure company built almost entirely through organic, authentic social media content on Facebook and Instagram. His journey is proof that great leaders don’t wait for opportunities; they create them through consistency, authenticity, and a relentless drive to serve their teams and communities.   In this episode, Jason breaks down the leadership principles that shaped his rise , from motivating his crew and building culture to mastering the power of online storytelling. He reveals how true leadership isn’t about authority; it’s about action, example, and accountability.