In episode 53 of Elevate with Elsner, Blake Elsner interviews Jaben Makings, the founder of Onnix Investments, as he shares his incredible journey from aspiring pool business owner to disrupting the real estate investing world by redefining how agents and investors collaborate.Tune in for an inspiring conversation packed with valuable lessons for anyone looking to elevate their life and business.TIMESTAMPS[00:02:41] Shiny object syndrome in business.[00:05:04] Wholesaling and investment properties.[00:09:27] Company structure and growth.[00:10:50] Hiring and training challenges.[00:15:48] Agent-first wholesaling model benefits.[00:19:55] Seller vs. Buyer Market Dynamics.[00:21:38] Cash offer wholesaling sustainability.[00:27:24] Calendar management for productivity.[00:32:01] Helping others succeed.[00:34:06] Collaboration over competition in business.[00:36:12] Free purchase contract value.QUOTES"You lock in, just stay focused for three to five years and watch what happens." -Jaben Makings"So many people try to find opportunity, others build it, and you clearly decide to build yours." -Blake Elsner"You have to make those sacrifices right now to get where you want to be." -Jaben MakingsSOCIAL MEDIA LINKSBlake ElsnerInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/bpelsner/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/blake.elsner/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/blake-elsner-a04396b5/Jaben MakingsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaben-makingsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaben_makings/WEBSITESElevate with Elsner Podcast: https://elevatewithelsnerpodcast.com/Elsner Real Estate: https://www.bradagent.com/Onnix Investments: https://onnixinvestments.com/
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In episode 53 of Elevate with Elsner, Blake Elsner interviews Jaben Makings, the founder of Onnix Investments, as he shares his incredible journey from aspiring pool business owner to disrupting the real estate investing world by redefining how agents and investors collaborate.Tune in for an inspiring conversation packed with valuable lessons for anyone looking to elevate their life and business.TIMESTAMPS[00:02:41] Shiny object syndrome in business.[00:05:04] Wholesaling and investment properties.[00:09:27] Company structure and growth.[00:10:50] Hiring and training challenges.[00:15:48] Agent-first wholesaling model benefits.[00:19:55] Seller vs. Buyer Market Dynamics.[00:21:38] Cash offer wholesaling sustainability.[00:27:24] Calendar management for productivity.[00:32:01] Helping others succeed.[00:34:06] Collaboration over competition in business.[00:36:12] Free purchase contract value.QUOTES"You lock in, just stay focused for three to five years and watch what happens." -Jaben Makings"So many people try to find opportunity, others build it, and you clearly decide to build yours." -Blake Elsner"You have to make those sacrifices right now to get where you want to be." -Jaben MakingsSOCIAL MEDIA LINKSBlake ElsnerInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/bpelsner/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/blake.elsner/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/blake-elsner-a04396b5/Jaben MakingsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaben-makingsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaben_makings/WEBSITESElevate with Elsner Podcast: https://elevatewithelsnerpodcast.com/Elsner Real Estate: https://www.bradagent.com/Onnix Investments: https://onnixinvestments.com/
In episode 43 of Elevate with Elsner, Blake Elsner interviews Sebastian Rusk for a lighthearted and entertaining conversation as they recount their unforgettable adventures in St. Louis. From the chaos of flying Southwest Airlines to the wild antics at the Anheuser-Busch brewery, this episode is packed with laughter and entertaining stories.Tune in for an entertaining episode filled with relatable moments and a glimpse into their friendship.TIMESTAMPS[00:01:11] Prank involving air conditioning.[00:06:44] Shots and party dynamics.[00:08:25] Anheuser-Busch brewery tour experience.[00:13:42] Mothball-filled steakhouse experience.[00:15:51] Goat feeding adventure gone wrong.[00:20:54] Worst food in St. Louis.[00:22:17] Start a podcast.QUOTES“They always say some of your best friends are the ones you buy.” -Blake Elsner“Tell me you're an alcoholic without telling me you're an alcoholic.” -Sebastian RuskSOCIAL MEDIA LINKSBlake ElsnerInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/bpelsner/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/blake.elsner/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/blake-elsner-a04396b5/Sebastian RuskInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/beyondthestorypodcast/ https://www.instagram.com/podcastssuck/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/srusk/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sebastianrusk/WEBSITESElevate with Elsner Podcast: https://elevatewithelsnerpodcast.com/Elsner Real Estate: https://www.bradagent.com/Beyond The Story Podcast:https://www.beyondthestorypodcast.com Sponsors:The Hangout House:https://themadisonlivcollection.com/property/?checkin=2025-09-21&checkout=2025-09-27&adults=2&children=0&infants=0&pets=0Enter Code “ELEVATE15” for 15% off your stay (Subject to terms and conditions)https://www.instagram.com/madisonlivcollection?igsh=cmtra2xzNzdicG55Parks Unlimited:Dan Parks+1 (707) 601-7741Official Lawn Service of Elevate With ElsnerBoat Day Apparel:15% off Total Order use code “Elevate”.https://www.boatdayapparel.com/?ref=Elevate10
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In episode 53 of Elevate with Elsner, Blake Elsner interviews Jaben Makings, the founder of Onnix Investments, as he shares his incredible journey from aspiring pool business owner to disrupting the real estate investing world by redefining how agents and investors collaborate.Tune in for an inspiring conversation packed with valuable lessons for anyone looking to elevate their life and business.TIMESTAMPS[00:02:41] Shiny object syndrome in business.[00:05:04] Wholesaling and investment properties.[00:09:27] Company structure and growth.[00:10:50] Hiring and training challenges.[00:15:48] Agent-first wholesaling model benefits.[00:19:55] Seller vs. Buyer Market Dynamics.[00:21:38] Cash offer wholesaling sustainability.[00:27:24] Calendar management for productivity.[00:32:01] Helping others succeed.[00:34:06] Collaboration over competition in business.[00:36:12] Free purchase contract value.QUOTES"You lock in, just stay focused for three to five years and watch what happens." -Jaben Makings"So many people try to find opportunity, others build it, and you clearly decide to build yours." -Blake Elsner"You have to make those sacrifices right now to get where you want to be." -Jaben MakingsSOCIAL MEDIA LINKSBlake ElsnerInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/bpelsner/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/blake.elsner/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/blake-elsner-a04396b5/Jaben MakingsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaben-makingsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaben_makings/WEBSITESElevate with Elsner Podcast: https://elevatewithelsnerpodcast.com/Elsner Real Estate: https://www.bradagent.com/Onnix Investments: https://onnixinvestments.com/
