Real estate investors and social media influencers Sarah Glidewell and Emily Carnes, also known as The Karwells, join us on this weeks episode. Sarah and Emily share their journey from struggling to start short-term rental businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic to scaling and diversifying their real estate endeavors into potentially exploring commercial properties and focusing on their brand. They discuss the importance of prioritizing guest experiences, the role of social media in building trust and connection, the dynamics of working with a close friend, and the shift towards seeking balance between work and personal life. Additionally, they offer insights into learning from failures and the significance of designing a fulfilling day-to-day life that aligns with personal values and professional goals.

00:00 Unlocking Productivity: It's About Prioritization, Not Time

00:14 Meet the Hosts: Pioneers of Short Term Rental Investing

00:37 The Power of Short Term Rentals: A New Path to Financial Freedom

01:18 Introducing the Episode's Special Guests: The Journey of Sarah and Emily

04:44 From Humble Beginnings to Short Term Rental Success

06:14 Navigating Challenges: The Resilience of Short Term Rental Entrepreneurs

10:10 Transitioning to Property Ownership and Building a Brand

13:18 The Dynamics of Working with Your Best Friend in Business

17:27 Exploring Future Visions and Business Goals

18:16 Launching Mentorship and Embracing Community

19:11 Venturing into Commercial Real Estate and Hospitality

21:41 Finding Balance and Prioritizing Wellness

25:04 The Importance of Discipline and Happiness in Entrepreneurship

29:53 Prioritizing Friendship in Business Partnerships

31:30 Leveraging Social Media for Business Growth

34:22 Key Advice for Success in Short Term Rentals

Sarah Glidewell and Emily Karnaz's Bio

Sarah Glidewell and Emily Karnaz are best friends and business partners who grew up in the middle of nowhere Michigan and began investing in STRs in 2019. Since then they have done everything under the sun when it comes to vacation rental investing. They’ve designed, arbitraged, purchased, managed, raised capital for, and educated on vacation rentals because it’s what they’re most passionate about.

Connect with Sarah and Emily

www.thekarwells.space

www.instagram.com/thekarwells

www.tiktok.com/@thekarwells

Connect with the Hosts

https://linktr.ee/mikesjogren

Emanuele Pani: Clubhouse | Instagram | Facebook | Linkedin

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Ep 192 - How to Create a Thriving Business with your Best Friend with Sarah Glidewell and Emily Karnaz

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