This inspiring episode features Ivan Flores, a former drug dealer who overcame a challenging upbringing to achieve remarkable success.Want to be coached by me on real estate investing? Apply at https://wealthyway.co/jmiLooking to grow in your faith and business? Join the premiere community for Christian entrepreneurs and business people. Develop your leadership, discipleship, and your faith at https://wealthyway.co/dyyAre you an entrepreneur who wants to build their personal brand on social media? Go to https://wealthyway.co/rj9Are you living The Wealthy Way? Take my free quiz with the link below and get FREE access to my course the “Wealth Builder Academy” where I go over all the fundamentals of building wealth in all areas of life.https://www.wealthyway.com/______________________________________________________Here's how my businesses can help you:Want to utilize a full service social media agency? At Pineda Media, we film, edit, post, and personally coach you to create top level content and build your personal brand. Apply now! https://www.pinedamedia.com/Create your business to grow your revenue, scale your organization, and make an impact with help from Wealthy Business! Book a call here https://wealthyway.co/50dWant to partner with me to supercharge your business? Apply at https://www.pinedapartners.com/You can invest in my real estate deals! Go to https://pinedacapital.comNeed tax and accounting help? Contact my CPA Firm! https://TrueBooksCPA.com/______________________________________________________My other social media channels:Subscribe to my real estate only channel "Wealthy Investor" https://www.youtube.com/c/futureflipper1Follow me on Social Media: https://www.instagram.com/ryanpinedahttps://www.tiktok.com/@ryanpinedahttps://www.twitter.com/ryanpineda______________________________________________________Connect with Ivan! Website - https://www.thebuffalospot.com/menu/menu/Instagram - @mr.ivanfloresGrowing up without a father and facing tough circumstances in his neighborhood, Ivan made choices that led him down a troubled path. He flunked out of school, became a teenage parent, and engaged in drug dealing until he ended up in jail.Upon his release, Ivan experienced a turning point in his life. He turned to faith, repented of his past, and committed himself to a new purpose. Despite losing everything and facing financial hardships, he pursued his dream of opening a restaurant. After initial setbacks, Ivan found success by prioritizing effective marketing strategies to create awareness and attract customers.Today, Ivan is a franchise kingpin with over 50 restaurants and a 50 million dollar company. He is also a proud husband and father of 3. He shares his insights into franchise ownership and how effective marketing and collaboration with influencers can drive success. Ivan believes in empowering his team and building a positive work culture, as he credits much of his success to the dedication of his people.Both Ivan and Ryan emphasize the importance of mentorship and surrounding oneself with like-minded individuals who inspire growth. Ivan encourages others to believe in themselves and to not let past circumstances define their future. He urges listeners to seek God's guidance and to pray for positive changes in their lives.Are you interested in starting a franchise? Apply at www.thebuffalospot.com!