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I Went Viral After 6 Months Off Instagram—Here's Exactly How I Engineered It11 Jun 202500:30:44

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I disappeared from Instagram for 6 months—and when I finally posted again, it went viral. But this wasn't an accident. It was a calculated move, engineered with a 3-part visibility strategy I've used across all my businesses to attract the right clients, collaborators, and investors on command.

In episode 185 of Nicole Purvy Classified, I break down:

  • Why I stepped away from social media—and what it taught me
  • The exact formula behind my comeback post that drew in high-level attention
  • How to use strong claims, intentional enemy creation, and pattern-breaking content to spark visibility
  • And why "going viral" doesn't mean anything if it's not in front of the right people

This is the playbook for entrepreneurs who don't chase trends—we train for precision visibility.

📥 Download the free Brand Visibility Guide (linked below)

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Books discussed:

Get to the Point https://amzn.to/4ehptQt

The Power of Habit https://amzn.to/3FwJR36

Train. Don't Chase.

How to Build a Personal Brand That Commands Attention (and Customers)08 Jun 202500:33:20

Automate income in any business within 90 days using my 4-step method—rooted in ancient wealth principles and proven modern business strategies. https://www.nicolepurvy.com/predictable-profits--af841

In Episode 184 of Nicole Purvy Classified, we answer a question most entrepreneurs never think to ask: What's the safest asset you can build in 2025?

After 15 years of building businesses, investing in real estate, stocks, bonds—even other people's companies—I've found the most underrated, recession-proof, high-ROI asset isn't a portfolio. It's fame. Not clout-chasing. Not influencer antics. Not fake internet buzz. Real fame.

The kind where you're known by the right people for the right thing. Because in this economy, if you're not known—you're not chosen. Inside this episode, we break it all the way down:

🔑Why "being known" isn't vanity—it's VALUE.

⚠️ The 4 elements that create a brand with substance

⚔️ The Gospel & Framework method for building a brand you actually believe in

 🧠 How to use AI (like ChatGPT & NotebookLM) to clarify your brand voice and scale visibility

📖 What the Bible actually says about fame, favor, and visibility 

🧭 Why building a product without positioning is keeping you broke …and how to fix it in under an hour.

Plus, I'm giving you a FREE downloadable guide to help you build your own high-performance messaging plan using the 13 prompts I use with private clients. 

🎯 DOWNLOAD YOUR FRAMEWORK + GOSPEL PROMPT GUIDE → https://www.nicolepurvy.com/the-client-magnet-method-aka-the-gospel-framework-

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👇 COMMENT BELOW: What's your gospel? What do you want to be known for in 2025? Drop it below—I read every one.

The Secret Checklist to Scale Any Business Fast (Hidden in the Bible)21 Jan 202500:50:21

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And if you want to increase your net worth within one year or less while scaling your real estate business, join Better Than Success before the doors close forever on February 1. http://joinbts.com

To sit in on our pitch deck register here https://www.betterthansuccess.com/15mm-real-estate-fund

In episode 175 of the Better Than Success podcast, Nicole Purvy shares her personal journey of rediscovering her "zone"—that unstoppable mindset where success becomes inevitable. This episode offers a powerful mix of raw honesty, strategic insights, and actionable steps to help you overcome fear, align with purpose, and build unstoppable momentum in business and life.

Nicole dives into the keys to entering "the zone," including having a clear purpose, vision, and mission, surrendering to your reality, and cultivating conviction and deep gratitude. She also reflects on her transition from a challenging season to scaling a $15M private equity fund while empowering her community. Whether you're a real estate investor looking to scale, a business owner seeking clarity, or someone striving to align with your God-given purpose, this episode is packed with transformative wisdom and actionable insights.

Listen now to discover: What "the zone" is and how to get into it for unstoppable success. The critical role of purpose, mission, and vision in scaling your business. Why fear and victimhood block your progress—and how to overcome them. How Nicole rebuilt her business after a major setback. An exclusive behind-the-scenes look at "Wall Star Weekend "and scaling her $15M real estate fund. https://www.betterthansuccess.com/15mm-real-estate-fund

#84: Live Podcast Recording at WIRE Summit: How to Build a Multi-Million Dollar Portfolio Part-time pt 1 with Ayesha Selden30 Oct 201700:29:33

WIRE or The Women in Real Estate Summit 2017 brought to you by Better Than Success, is a one-day intensive real estate investing summit featuring a line-up of all star women real estate investors. On Oct 28th 2018 we held our first annual summit. We closed the event out with a live podcast interview of Ayesha Selden by the BTS podcast host Nicole Purvy. Listen to the interview here!

Ayesha Selden is a private wealth advisor with a Fortune 500 company that is among the top 25 largest asset managers in the world. In 1998, while pursuing an Economics and Marketing degree at Temple University's Fox School of Business, Ayesha was introduced to the financial services industry—via banking. She started her career with her firm in 2000 and has had various roles within her organization over the years, including financial advisor, district
manager and the first female African-American Field Vice President in the firm's history.
Ayesha's passion is disciplined investing. In addition to investments in equities, Ayesha primarily invests in real estate throughout the city of Philadelphia and suburbs. Following the housing crisis of 2008/2009, Ayesha added almost two dozen properties to her real estate
portfolio.

Ayesha serves as a board member on two organizations in Philadelphia. The first board she joined is Holy Redeemer Health System's Drueding Center, which serves to break the cycle of poverty in homeless women and their children. Her second board, College Possible, helps Philadelphia high school students take the necessary steps to get accepted and then transition to college.

#83: Managing Customer and Client Expectations16 Oct 201700:32:37

In episode 83 of the Better Than Success podcast, host Nicole Purvy talks Managing Customer and Client Expectations.  Listen to this episode to learn the top reasons why customer and client expectations are not met and the five top tips on managing customer expectations. 

Get 25% off live and virtual tickets at to the Women In Real Estate Summit at womeninrealestatesummit.com

#82: How to Build a Million Dollar Mortgage Business in Few Short Years with Christian Best09 Oct 201700:42:57

In ep #82 of the Better Than Success podcast, host Nicole Purvy talks How to Build a Million Dollar Mortgage Business in Few Short Years with Christian Best.

Christian Best, CEO of Magnum Opus Federal is an award-winning broker, recognized within his industry for exceptional expertise, strict ethical standards and delivering unmatched benefits to his clients.

During his earlier career Christian worked in correspondent lending where he broadened his knowledge and built a valuable network of associates. He later founded Magnum Opus as a vessel to his vision of pioneering innovative mortgage products that provide tailored residential financial solutions.

#81: The One Rule in the Sport of Business02 Oct 201700:32:29

In episode #81 of the Better Than Success Podcast, host Nicole Purvy talks about the one rule in the sport of business.  We define the rule, how to avoid breaking it, and how to win in business by observing this rule.  We also talk about the 29 characteristics of being a hustler and how all hustlers break this rule, which is why they never see the permanent success that they strive to achieve.  Text 'btslinks81' to get all links for this episode.

Sponsored by Go Magnum Mortgage

 

#80: Identifying & Understanding the Seasons of Any Business to Maximize Profits25 Sep 201700:30:14

In episode 80 of the Better Than Success podcast, host Nicole Purvy talks about how to identify & understand the seasons of any business to maximize profits.  There are 7 steps in achieving 6-figure income in your first year in business.  Knowing these steps and which season each of these steps fall in is key to your success.  Each season is similar to the seasons of the year: winter, spring, summer, and autumn. Successful and unsuccessful people view each season very differently. Knowing exactly what to do in each season will take any entrepreneur to higher heights.  Listen to this episode to learn how to maximize each season and make the most money possible.

Get all episode links and goodies by texting 'btslinks' to 44222.

 

#79: How to Use Other People's Money to Start Your Business with Marcus Knuckles18 Sep 201700:38:32

In episode #79 of the Better Than Success Podcast, host Nicole Purvy talk with Business finance consultant Marcus Knuckles.

Business finance consultant, Marcus Knuckles is a managing member of BMP, "Biz Money Pro's." Located in Philadelphia's Rittenhouse Section, boutique commercial finance strategy firm, BMP helps its client base navigate the complex art and science of strategic debt acquisitions for increased productivity and a greater bottom line. With over 15 years of finance and credit experience Marcus also and BMP has helped Sweet Home Healthcare grow from start-up to $33m in gross revenue within four years, has helped Dwight Pitts, used car dealer take business from $70k/yr to $2.2m in gross revenue in 18 months, has helped Premiere Luxury Rentals with working capital and business debt restructure, has secured Quincy Harris (Q-Deezy)/Heirarchy Management with working capital strategy for media, and entertainment, and helped DJ Jazzy Jeff with working capital strategies for his business, to name a few. 

#78 : Raising Private Money To Do Your Real Estate Deal with Alexis Miles11 Sep 201700:48:22
On this episode of the Better Than Success podcast, host Nicole Purvy interviews Alexis Miles. Alexis Miles is the owner of Tax Abatement Today and The Partnership Project! Tax Abatement Today is a real estate consulting company and The Partnership Project is an investment company that forms partnerships to revitalize urban communities. Alexis formed dozens of partnerships within the past year and collectively purchased over 4 acres of vacant land for a total value of 50 million dollars in planned development near the Temple Medical School neighborhood.
#77: Rebroadcast -How to Properly Brand Your Business with Branding Expert Justin Carson17 Jul 201700:53:53

In this episode of the Better Than Success Podcast your host, Nikki Purvy talks with a Branding Specialist.  Our Guest is an "Expert Professional Unemployee".  He specializes in digital branding and creative development for lifestyle, fashion, food, and entertainment.  He's had a successful career in nightlife as well as business consultancy. Justin is currently the creative director for TAA PR who works with clients such as Neiman Marcus, Shake Shack, Ritz-Carlton, Cirque Du Soleil, and STK to name a few. He works directly with BET Special Events Team, developing content for Black Girls Rock, BET Experience, BET Honors, and Leading Women Defined. 

He explains how branding can determine in a business is successful or a failure.  He talks about one element that can ensure your success.  Listen to this episode to learn how the pros brand.

#75: The Better Than Success Golden Rule of Leadership03 Jul 201700:41:07

In this episode the Better Than Success Podcast, host Nicole Purvy talks about the "BTS Golden Rule of Leadership".  She explains how to use this rule to accelerate the growth of your company, get all employees to align with the company's vision, determine when to replace people immediately, and how to avoid employee burnout. Also learn the biggest thing that 90% of people don't know about themselves.

Listen to this episode to learn the Better Than Success Golden Rule of Leadership now!

#74: Live Interview-How to Do Million Dollar Real Estate Deals with 100% Financing with Frank McGovern26 Jun 201700:38:25

In this episode of the Better Than Success podcast host Nicole Purvy interviews Real Estate Mogul Frank McGovern.  This episode was recorded live on stage in front of an audience at the Better Than Success Real Estate Wholesaling Bootcamp.

Frank McGovern was born and raised in Philly. Frank is passionate about his family, real estate and sports. Very self-motivated and driven. Franks quotes that he is a Gemini so don't mess with him :) He is the Owner of Building Opportunities LLC, Frank Buys Philly LLC and Frank Flips Philly LLC. He does all things related to real estate including but not limited to wholesale, flip, rentals and develop. Frank went from not knowing what wholesaling was in 2009 and having very little money and no real estate background to owning a successful seven figure real estate business!

Listen to this episode now!

Scaling Real Estate in 2025: What You Need to Know Now14 Jan 202500:37:45

Welcome to Episode 174 of the Better Than Success Podcast! In this episode, I'm sharing the raw and unfiltered truth about my journey through a challenging year and the incredible breakthroughs that followed.

Here's what you'll discover: 

✨ The lessons I learned from having my website hacked on Christmas Eve and how it led to a major business transformation.

✨ Why surrendering to your situation can be the key to aligning with your purpose and achieving success.

✨ An inside look at my $15 million real estate fund and the unique strategies we're implementing to create massive impact.

 ✨ How the God, Goals, & Money Income Accelerator turned my life around in just 4 days—and how it can do the same for you.

 ✨ The steps to scale your real estate portfolio with Better Than Success, designed to guide you from foundation to scaling up.

🔥 Opportunities You Don't Want to Miss:

  1. God, Goals, & Money Income Accelerator: Get clarity in your business and automate your income with this game-changing program. https://nicolepurvy.samcart.com/products/god-goals--money-income-accelerator
  2.  Join Better Than Success: Doors are closing soon! Take advantage of this blueprint for scaling your real estate portfolio. http://joinbts.com
  3. 3. Sign up for the FREE GGM Journal Gems Newsletter https://www.betterthansuccess.com/ggm-journal-gems-by-nicole-purvy--99dd6 

Upcoming Events for BTS Members:

Tuesday: Deal Analysis Lab & Tutoring - Part 2 of analyzing apartment buildings with Art.

Wednesday: Mastermind Series on sourcing your own real estate deals (taught by Dom Summers). 

Thursday: Spiritual productivity training in the GGM session.

January 30th: Invite-only multifamily meetup. 

💡 Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more insights into scaling your real estate success! Let's build wealth and live our best lives together.

#73: How to use Social Media to Grow Your Business19 Jun 201701:13:38

In this Episode of the Better Than Success Podcast, host Nikki Purvy interviews FBF Fitness founder Zakia Blain. 

Zakia Blain, started her fitness journey due to extreme illness…she was tired of LITERALLY being SICK and TIRED. One day she was working out in 90 degree heat, sweating and out of breath. Her workout partner screamed " FCK being FAT" at that very moment FCKbeingFAT was born. This was what Zakia and many other who are overweight felt, but may have not had the courage to say.  With no background in fitness, but plenty background is every fad diet and weight loss trick around, she simply wanted inspire others, while helping them lose weight the RIGHT WAY. Through hard work, dedication and consistency, FCKbeingFAT members have lost close to 100,000 lbs in four years without fad diets or pills. FCKbeingFAT uses social media to connect thousands of members from every corner of the world, who share ONE common goal, to live their best life without the excess weight that holds so many of us back from being truly happy. #TEAMFBF is a force to be reckoned with. Since staring FCKbeingFAT, Zakia has become a certified personal trainer, weight loss coach and entrepreneur, she is focused on spreading her love of life, fitness and health in a way that empowers everyone she comes in contact with to BE GREAT.

Zakia tells us her emotional journey of how she went from being a teacher to a fitness expert.  She shares how she build her business using social media. Listen to this episode now to learn how to use social media to scale your online retail business.

#72: How to Start and Grow an International Podcasting Multimedia Company with Justin Emery12 Jun 201700:46:50

In this episode of the Better Than Success Podcast Nicole Purvy interviews Justin Emery. Justin is the owner of New Media Studios, a complete internet multimedia productions studio. The company focuses on podcasting, internet radio, and YouTube videos. In just 2 short years he's grown the business to reach over 100 countries and millions of youtube views. Listen as they discuss How to Start and Grow an International Podcasting Multimedia Company.

#71: Stop Hustling Backwards05 Jun 201700:29:20

In this episode of the better than Success Podcast, host Nicole Purvy talks about "hustling backwards", what it means to "hustle backward" and how to avoid it.  She also talks about straight-line marketing vs backdoor marketing and lastly she talks about why all new entrepreneurs must "cook all the Green".  Listen to this episode to learn what all this means and how it can help you to grow a bigger stronger business.

#70: REBROADCAST-How to Achieve High Level Business Success While Suffering Personal Life Tragedies with Charles "Tank" Harris29 May 201701:02:34

In this episode of the Better Than Success Podcast, host Nicole Purvy talks about achieving a high level of business success while dealing with tragedies in your personal life.

Charles "Tank" Harris is a financial services professional and life restoration coach from Philadelphia. With services ranging from business succession, key man insurance and employee benefits, Charles has placed over $500 million in coverage during his 19 years in the insurance and financial services industry. He is a multi-year member of the Million Dollar Round Table, which recognizes the very best in the insurance industry.

Throughout this episode you'll hear how Charles has overcome several challenging situations to achieve success, encountered new challenges and bounced back to learn how to finally step into his true purpose.

Book mentioned this episode: The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz.

 

#69: Top Entrepreneurship Mistakes That Black Women Make22 May 201700:41:38

In this episode of the Better Than Success podcast host Nicole Purvy talks about Top Entrepreneurship Mistakes That Black Women Make. These mistakes can be made by anyone but are more likely to be made by this particular demographic. Some include: not trusting experts, getting frustrated too quickly, and not managing processes properly. Listen to this episode to learn what all of the mistakes are and why they happen. And most importantly, learn how to avoid them. 

#68: 3 Elements of the AntiHUSTLE15 May 201700:47:33

In this episode of the Better Than Success Podcast, host Nicole Purvy talk about her upcoming book "the AntiHUSTLE". We define "AntiHUSTLE" as the ability to work with God joyfully, steadily, patiently, methodically, and strategically to achieve ones purpose. We we share 3 of the 6 elements of the "the AntiHUSTLE" that you can use to to achieve your purpose in life. Listen to this episode to learn about how you can get a discount on the "AntiHUSTLE" the book today.

#67: How to Structure Deals for Hard Money Lending & Having a Proper Exit Strategy with Marc Brown08 May 201701:02:31

In this episode of the Better Than Success Podcast, host Nicole Purvy interviews Real Estate lending specialist Marc Brown.

Marc Brown is the operations manager and one of the founders and  of Flip Funding, a hard money and commercial lending brokerage firm.  He has overseen the origination of over $40 million in loan transactions for real estate investors in the last 2 and a half years. The company has won Best of Philadelphia Hard Money Loans 2015 and 2016.  He can attribute is work ethic and discipline to his hobby as a fitness specialist and and workout junky.

#66: How to Build a Large Real Estate Business One Deal at a Time with Josh Weidman01 May 201701:02:14

Josh Weidman is the chief investment officer of Turnkey Philly, LLC. Turnkey Philly is a full service real estate investment company, that provides turnkey investments for investors, private money investing and portfolio development services. Josh has a ton of experience in the industry as he wholesaled, flipped and managed thousands of properties since 2008.

#65: 3 Things That Hold Entrepreneurs Back From Success24 Apr 201700:50:05

In this episode of the BTS podcast, Business Success Coach Nicole Purvy talks about the 3 Things That Hold Entrepreneurs Back From Success. After working with hundreds of entrepreneurs, Nicole shares her thoughts 

We also share some very big announcements about the Better Than Success Brand. 

This is a must listen episode!

#64: REBROADCAST-How to Plan the Life of Your Dreams with TV Personality Quincy Harris17 Apr 201700:40:18

On this episode of the Better Than Success Podcast we Interview radio and television personality, Quincy Harris. Quincy Harris is a force to be reckoned with and has been in the entertainment business for over 15 years. His quick wit and honesty has made him a fan favorite in the radio industry. However, now you can catch Quincy on Philadelphia's Fox 29 News as an entrainment correspondent bringing you the latest in national headlines, lifestyle trends, and community involvement.

In this episode, we will learn how Quincy Harris' mindset of resilience got him to where he is today. Since he was a child he always knew that he wanted to be on television and he knew he would do anything to get there. While attending Temple University in 1997, he came up with a plan to sneak into Powerhouse, an annual concert produced by Philadelphia's Power 99 radio station, where he met radio personality Colby Colb. Quincy knew that getting on the radio would ultimately lead to him being on television. Sneaking into Powerhouse and his determination eventually got him a volunteer job working for Power 99. Although it wasn't a well-paying job he stuck it out. Quincy had other jobs during this time, but nothing ever seemed as right as being on the radio. In 2007 Quincy took a leap of faith, left Power 99's morning show and moved to Los Angeles to work with Big Boy on his nationally syndicated show. This in turn, became the best time of his life. Because he was able to step out of his comfort zone and make lifetime relationships he would never forget. Around 2011, Quincy decided it was time for him to return to Philly with his newly made family. Upon moving back to Philly Quincy claimed his spot on Fox 29's News. This transition prompted Quincy to change up his mindset. He has learned that in life there are some things you just have to do in order to reach your end game. And in order to do them all, it takes time and planning. So, he's always planning ahead because time is too valuable to waste.

You can get to know more about Quincy Harris by going to QuincyHarris.com. You can also catch Quincy and his wife on his Facebook hosted talk show Dish Talk every Monday 7pm to 8pm https://www.facebook.com/QuincyHarrisTV

Quincy can also be followed on Instagram  @allmediaq

and Twitter @allmediaq

How I Tripled My Income After Losing It All (Hacked Website Update)07 Jan 202500:38:02

In episode 173 of the Better Than Success Podcast, host Nicole Purvy dives into the second part of her gripping saga surrounding the hack of her website and business. Nicole reflects on the challenges of losing her main income stream overnight and shares the unexpected blessings and lessons that came from the ordeal. She reveals how her mindset and faith helped her rebuild better than ever—and how, in just one week of 2025, she's already achieved record-breaking results.

➡️ Join Nicole's BTS community at a special rate! Sign up here: https://www.betterthansuccess.com/new-bts-member-order Use code "NEWBTS30" at checkout

Nicole also discusses practical strategies for scaling up in real estate investing, insights into community-driven success, and the new pivots her real estate fund and BTS community are taking to empower members for massive growth. In this episode, Nicole unpacks the Bible verse Proverbs 24:16, sharing how its lessons on resilience and faith can transform personal and professional setbacks into triumphs. She also provides actionable tips for using ChatGPT to create better content and highlights a mind-blowing CIA program related to dopamine and blue light that might change how you see social media forever. 💡 Don't miss Nicole's must-watch resource recommendation, insights into her $15M real estate fund, and why scaling your real estate business in 2025 is more important than ever.

Listen now to learn:

How Nicole bounced back from her website hack stronger than before.

The ChatGPT prompt that transformed her productivity. 

The mindset shifts needed to scale in today's real estate market.

Why dopamine and blue light could be affecting your life and business.

The significance of Proverbs 24:16 in overcoming adversity.

#63: Success through the Anti-Hustle10 Apr 201701:05:38

In this episode of the Better Than Success podcast, we define "hustle" and Nicole's newly coined term "anti-hustle".  She first explains the top reasons that hustling doesn't lead to permanent success.  She then asks and answers why many people are fooled into believing that hustling is beneficial. She presents the idea of the "anti-hustle" and 4 things we need to get straight about it in order to take advantage of it. We also find that successful entrepreneurs use the principles of the anti-hustle to gain success in their industries.  We pinpoint which famous celebrities have found success through the anti-hustle.  And she delivers the top tips for success through the anti-hustle. There is a download at betterthansuccess.com/63

#62: Making Hard Decisions in Your Business Plus Bonuses03 Apr 201700:54:18

In this episode of the 'Better Than Success' podcast, host Nicole Purvy talks about 'Making Hard Decisions in Your Business'. She reveals big news about her business, some big take aways about the best selling book by Mark Schaffer "Known", the single best personality test all new entrepreneurs must take, and most importantly 2 big inside details about her new one-on-one premium coaching workshop.  No she is not selling the workshop on this episode, but rather giving two key lessons in the workshop that you must work on...for free. Listen to this episode to get the free lesson and the free download. 

#61: How to Know When You Should Pivot in Your Business27 Mar 201700:37:27

In this episode of the BTS podcast host Nicole Purvy talks "How to Know When You Should Pivot in Your Business". She shares some behind the scenes events that have caused her to pivot in 3 areas of her business. Nicole also shares 3 tips to pivoting and 3 important questions you must ask yourself once you decide to pivot in your business.

Listen to this episode to get insight on making difficult decisions in your business.

#60: How to Grow Your Business Using YouTube Live with Ileane Smith20 Mar 201700:54:05

On episode 60 of the BTS podcast host Nicole Purvy talks with her mom and Social Media Specialist Ileane Smith about How to Grow Your Business Using YouTube Live.  Ileane Smith is a blogger, podcaster, YouTuber, and social media specialist.  She founded one of the most successful blogging websites in 2010, called Basic Blog Tips, and since then has seen much success in creative online tutorials and live streaming videos. 

#59: Grow Your Business by Influencing Change in Your Local and State Government with Jason Dawkins13 Mar 201701:01:15

In this episode of the Better Than Success Podcast, host Nicole Purvy talks with PA State Rep Jason Dawkins. We talks How to Grow Your Business by Influencing Change in Your Local Government with Jason Dawkins.

Born and bred in the Frankford neighborhood, State Representative Jason T Dawkins is an expert on recreation-based development and community engagement. His most recent experience as senior legislative aide to Philadelphia City Councilwoman Maria Quiñones Sánchez led to the creation of impactful and transformative policy initiatives, including legislation to create a city land bank to streamline the sale and productive use of roughly 40,000 vacant properties in Philadelphia.

His legislative priorities include ensuring that all children have access to the best educational opportunities; public safety, especially for children; fighting poverty; job creation; improving transportation infrastructure; and properly funding mass transit.

Jason is active on several boards and executive committees, including the Northeast Neighborhood Advisory Committee, the Frankford Parks Friends Group, Northeast EPIC Stakeholders Group, the Boys & Girls United Council, the Frankford Chargers Advisory Council and Mastery-Smedley Charter School Turnaround team.Jason is currently studying international business through a dual admission program with Community College of Philadelphia and Temple University.

#58: How to Raise Large Amounts of Investment Capital for Your Startup Business with Robert Pedraza06 Mar 201701:10:14

On episode 58 of the Better Than success Podcast, Nicole Purvy talks How to Raise Large Amounts of Investment Capital for Your Startup Business with business consultant Robert Pedraza.

Robert Pedraza, is the founder and of NO Boundary LLC, a consulting firm advising startups and middle market businesses on strategy, corporate finance, sales, and marketing. He's worked with numerous companies such as Altair Nano Technologies, a publicly traded company, where he took them from a $30 million valuation and a deficiency notice from NASDAQ to $1.4 billion and raised over $100 million from the most sophisticated investors on Wall Street. He studied finance and applied mathematics at Lehigh University on an entrepreneurial scholarship loves European football, and runs Spartan races, swimming, and skiing.

Here are some of the things we cover in this episode:

  1. The 3 things you need to have prepared before you contact any venture capitalist or angel investor.
  2. How to find the right investor for your business.
  3. Robert's to 2 tips for any startup.
#57: REBROADCAST-Mastering Your Mindset to Activate Your Life with Lucinda Cross27 Feb 201700:40:10

Rebroadcast:

In this episode of the Better Than Success Podcast, your host Nikki Purvy talks with personal and professional development life coach Lucinda Cross. Lucinda Cross is a best-selling author, Award winning and internationally known speaker, spokesperson and energetic teacher of personal and professional development. In 2006, she started the brand Activate Your Life Today! and is the President of Activate WorldWide Inc. a leadership services firm that specializes in the delivery of personal and professional development enrichment programs. She has been featured a guest on shows from The Today Show to Dr. Oz and seen in publications such as Essence Magazine and Ebony Magazine.

In our interview with Lucinda Cross she drops some amazing jewels on how to Activate Your Life Now and how she helps amazing entrepreneurs such as yourself get started. She gets down to the nitty-gritty on how procrastination can be your ultimate downfall unless you learn how to master your mindset, so that your not just allowing life to happen. Lucinda has taken the world's best kept secrets and helped them to gain exposure. She has assisted numerous Reality TV Stars with understanding how to maximize and monetize their rise to stardom. Lucinda instills in her clients two main principles utilizing 5 Pillars of Excellence:

Principles 

  1. Master Your Mindset
  2. What is the Root of Your Business

Pillars

  1. Faith
  2. Family
  3. Friends
  4. Finances
  5. Fitness

Lucinda uses her best practices such as workshops and mentoring to help her clients master goal setting and how to complete them through great time management, productivity, and communication skills. Annually on September 19th and 20th Lucinda hosts the Activate Conference where she brings fellow masterminds together to gather more fuel their engines. Each conference is NEVER THE SAME! This years theme is entitled " All or Nothing," and will be held at Howard University. Last years turn out was about 300 people. This year Lucinda hopes to keep things a bit more intimate, but is well aware that the attendees will be about 300 plus and she welcomes you all. She also has a free event coming up in May that will be hosted in New York City. Listen to this episode to find out how Lucinda built a business on the lifestyle she wanted to live by becoming her first client and mastering her mindset.

To learn more about Lucinda Cross and Activate Worldwide visit:

www.lucindacross.com

www.activateconference.com

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#56: How to Secure and Properly Manage Hard Money Real Estate Loans with Ian Walsh20 Feb 201700:49:23

In this episode of the Better Than Success podcast, host Nicole Purvy talks with Ian Walsh about  How to Secure and Properly Manage Hard Money Real Estate Loans with Ian Walsh.

Ian Walsh is the Owner of Hard Money Bankers, a Private Funding Real Estate Investing company based in PA. He and his company have been involved in more than 1,000 transactions to date. He has also built a Lucrative property management company and sold it to one of the most powerful families in Philadelphia. He hosts a popular Youtube web series called 'Masters of the Market' or MOM, where he interviews top real estate investors in the Philadelphia and south jersey area.

#55: Becoming a Six Figure Stylist with Yolanda Keels-Walker13 Feb 201701:05:24

In this episode of the BTS podcast host Nicole Purvy interviews Yolanda Keels-Walker.

Yolanda Keels-Walker is an author and successful serial entrepreneur with a portfolio ranging from motivational speaker to salon owner to real estate developer. Yolanda is most known as the brains behind Business Babes, an online resource and business coaching organization of over 30,000 that helps budding female entrepreneurs manage their businesses and grow their circle of influence. 

#54: Sales Secrets to Becoming a Top Real Estate Wholeseller and How to Apply Them to Any Business with Jabbar Fairweather06 Feb 201701:12:44

In this episode of the Better Than Success podcast, host Nicole Purvy talks with Sales expert Jabbar Fairweather about Sales Secrets to Becoming a Top Real Estate Wholesaler and How to Apply Them to Any Business.

VP of Sales Training at Better Than Success, Jabbar Fairweather has built a lucrative lifestyle for himself as a highly sought after Sales Professional and Sales Coach. He's sold hundreds of real estate deals, coached dozens of professionals to early retirement, and trained new business professionals in the art of Selling. Currently he averages 8 real estate deals per month while training and coaching other business owners and real estate professionals to do the same.

Real Strategies for 2025: Turn Your Setbacks Into Breakthroughs01 Jan 202500:32:55

In Episode 172 of the Better Than Success Podcast, host Nicole Purvy reveals how a devastating malware attack on her business website became a breakthrough moment that transformed her approach to leadership, community, and real estate investing.

This episode is packed with actionable insights and strategies to help you turn setbacks into opportunities, level up your investing knowledge, and step into the next phase of your success. Nicole shares her personal journey of rebuilding her business from scratch and how this crisis led to powerful upgrades for BTS members—including expanded multifamily and single-family investing resources, improved tools, and a more streamlined experience.


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Why You Need to Listen to This Episode:
  • Learn how to turn business crises into opportunities with actionable steps to overcome obstacles and bounce back stronger.
  • Discover exclusive BTS updates that will help you build wealth more efficiently, including new multifamily investing training and deal-sourcing strategies.
  • Understand the key mindset shifts for resilience and how to stay grounded in faith and purpose when everything feels like it's falling apart.
  • Get insider tips on leveraging real estate market trends to adapt and thrive in 2025.
  • Walk away inspired and equipped with tools to align your daily actions with long-term success.

This episode isn't just about Nicole's story—it's about giving YOU the strategies to thrive in any season of life or business. If you're ready to learn how to level up your mindset, your investing strategy, and your community, this episode is for you.

#53: How to Pay off Your Student Loan Debt and Position Your Business for Success with The Student Loan Doctor, Sonia Lewis30 Jan 201701:10:59

In episode 53 of the Better Than Success Podcast host Nicole Purvy talks How to Pay off Your Student Loan Debt and Position Your Business for Success with The Student Loan Doctor, Sonia Lewis.

CEO of The Student Loan Doctor LLC, Author and Speaker Sonia Lewis, CEO of The Student Loan Doctor LLC is the people's advocate for overcoming their own student loan debt. Sonia has over 7 years of practical higher education and financial aid experience. Sonia is currently working on her dissertation within her doctoral program. Her programmatic focus is on adult education from Walden University. Peers recognize Sonia as an expert in all matters concerning student loan debt prevention and repayment. Sonia released her workbook "Success Guide- Student Loan Debt Repayment" this year to be a supplement to support her coaching business. This tangible guide is a 12 month workbook used to examine the budget, provide techniques of repayment and strategic forms for student loan repayment success. Sonia is an expert speaker across all audiences regardless of age. She has been invited to speak at different platforms such as: The White House Briefing on Advancing Equity for Women and Girls of Color, Temple University, Harcum College, Stepping Stones Scholars Program, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. Delta Gems workshop, Philadelphia College Prep Roundtable, a host of first home buyers workshops, a host of non-profits seminars for both employees and clients and other institutions of education.

#52: How to Acquire, Dispose or Partner with Any Small Business23 Jan 201700:51:13

On this episode the BTS podcast host Nicole Purvy talks how to How to Acquire, Dispose or Partner with Any Small Business with Chief Strategy Officer at Better than Success, Brian Harvey.

Business Success Coach and Chief Strategy Officer at Better than Success Brian Harvey is a graduate of Temple University's Fox School of Business, an MBA graduate of Penn State's Smeal College of Business, and program participant at the Wharton School Small Business Development Center. He also holds a Certificate of Professional Human Resource Management from Villanova University and is a Brand Management Coach of the Institute of the Study of Business Markets.   He has excelled as an entrepreneur, owning businesses such as Serving Safety, a food sanitation program, Platinum Landscaping a local landscaping business, and Harvey Auto detail, a car detail service to name a few. He has also excelled in the corporate world, holding many esteemed positions such as Recruiting Operations Manager for a Fortune 500 company and Chief Strategy Officer at Better than Success.

#51: How to Make Money Being a Business Coach Introducing Brian Harvey16 Jan 201701:04:27

On this episode of the Better than Success Podcast host Nicole Purvy introduces the new Chief Strategy Officer at Better than Success, Brian Harvey.

Business Success Coach and Chief Strategy Officer at Better than Success Brian Harvey is a graduate of Temple University's Fox School of Business, an MBA graduate of Penn State's Smeal College of Business, and program participant at the Wharton School Small Business Development Center. He also holds a Certificate of Professional Human Resource Management from Villanova University and is a Brand Management Coach of the Institute of the Study of Business Markets.   He has excelled as an entrepreneur, owning businesses such as Serving Safety, a food sanitation program, Platinum Landscaping a local landscaping business, and Harvey Auto detail, a car detail service to name a few. He has also excelled in the corporate world, holding many esteemed positions such as Recruiting Operations Manager for a Fortune 500 company and Chief Strategy Officer at Better than Success.

#50: How to Get News Coverage for Your Business feat Lisa Duhart-Collins09 Jan 201700:35:39

In episode 50 of the BTS podcast, host Nicole Purvy interviews Lisa Duhart-Collins about strategies to get news coverage for small businesses. 

Communications Consultant Lisa Duhart-Collins specializes in strategic planning and placement of broadcast, print, and outdoor media. She's also a seasoned public speaker, proposal and grant writer, and event planner for large-scale events. She currently serves as President and CEO of Creative Focus Media, Inc. Under her leadership her company has worked with top clients such as The Barnes Foundation, Comcast, IBM, Pennsylvania State Senator Vincent Hughes, and the African American Museum, to name a few.

 

#49: How ANYONE Can Improve Their Credit Score to Get Funding and Build the Business of Their Dreams with Rhonesha Howerton02 Jan 201701:07:46

On episode 49 of the Better Than Success Podcast, host Nicole Purvy interviews serial entrepreneur Rhonesha Howerton. 

Rhonesha Howerton, wears several hats in the entrepreneur lifestyle. She currently serves as the Owner and CEO of Credit Medics, LLC, Co-Founder of Go Get Crowned nonprofit organization for women empowerment and Co-Owner of 'Get Well Urgent Care' medical facility.  Rhonesha is a certified Credit Counselor and has also studied business and entrepreneur management at Wharton School of Business. Howerton has helped thousands of clients find their way to financial freedom. Her knowledge and guidance has helped clients restore their credit, build credit, establish business credit, enhance their overall credit scores and credit profiles substantially. Rhonesha has also assisted hundreds of clients in becoming first time homebuyers and have also gotten clients access to working capital from various lenders, banks and financial institutions. Rhonesha takes pride in educating her community and the people around her so that they will become independent and financially secure. In her spare time she enjoys teaching youth workshops on credit, budgeting, investing, real estate, creating residual income, entrepreneurship and finances.

Listen to this episode to learn How ANYONE Can  Improve Their Credit Score to Get Funding and Build the  Business of Their Dreams.

#48: Best Entrepreneurship Advice of 201626 Dec 201601:10:58

#48: Best Entrepreneurship advice of 2016

#47: Traveling the World and Living the Life of Your Dreams While Giving Back Globally with Nehemiah Davis19 Dec 201600:42:12

On this episode our host Nicole Purvy talks with Nehemiah Davis.

Nehemiah Davis is a Award winning, Author, Entrepreneur & Philanthropist from Philadelphia. Nehemiah has dedicated his life to serving others.  To date his organization has served over 40,000 people & he has started multiple businesses.

In this episode we talk about the biggest cheat to be successful in business, how to travel to 37 countries, and how Nehemiah went from being fired from 10 jobs to being an award winning entrepreneur.

#46: How a 20-Year-Old Built a Million Dollar Real Estate Company with Vince Stars12 Dec 201600:44:31

In this episode host Nicole Purvy interviews real estate investor, Vince Stars. Vince Stars is an entrepreneur, investor, mentor.  As a child watching his family deal with foreclosure, bankruptcy, arguments, and his father working 16 hours a day, Vince saw that working a job would never put him ahead. He took on his path as an entrepreneur in real estate investing and within his first year at the age of 17 cleared six figures in profit.  Vince has made it a personal goal to mentor, motivate & inspire as many individuals as he can to reach their fullest potentials, accomplished their respective goals & live the lives they've always dreamed of. 

#45: How to Achieve High Level Business Success While Suffering Personal Life Tragedies with Charles "Tank" Harris05 Dec 201601:02:34

In this episode of the Better Than Success Podcast, host Nicole Purvy talks about achieving a high level of business success while dealing with tragedies in your personal life.

Charles "Tank" Harris is a financial services professional and life restoration coach from Philadelphia. With services ranging from business succession, key man insurance and employee benefits, Charles has placed over $500 million in coverage during his 19 years in the insurance and financial services industry. He is a multi-year member of the Million Dollar Round Table, which recognizes the very best in the insurance industry.

Throughout this episode you'll hear how Charles has overcome several challenging situations to achieve success, encountered new challenges and bounced back to learn how to finally step into his true purpose.

Book mentioned this episode: The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz.

 

#44: Your Step-by-Step Plan to Pay all Your Debt and Build Wealth with Khalil Marcano28 Nov 201601:03:41

In this episode of the podcast, host Nicole Purvy talks money with Khalil Marcano. 

Khalil Marcano is a financial coach and entrepreneur.  He educates hundreds of people a year on how to become debt free and financially independent while simultaneously developing and training an organization of licensed professionals to do the same. While educating families, Marcano represents some of the most respected companies in the industry such as PFS, Lincoln Financial, Voya, Equifax etc. With his passion and knowledge, in the years to come Khalil will help thousands become financially free.  

2024's Hidden Recession: What It Means for Your Business and Real Estate24 Dec 202400:51:20

In episode 171 of the Better Than Success Podcast, Nicole Purvy tackles the big question: why are so many entrepreneurs and real estate investors experiencing major dips in their income?

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Nicole dives deep into the current economic climate, sharing insights on how to pivot your strategy as a real estate investor or business owner in these shifting times. If your income isn't what it used to be, this episode is for you.

🎙️ What's Inside: The truth behind the recession no one's talking about Key strategies for real estate investors (single-family and multifamily) The spiritual and practical mindset shifts you need for 2025 How to align with God, goals, and money to automate your income

🎧 Tune in now to gain clarity and start making bold moves to turn things around.

#43: Using Real Estate to Create the Life of Your Dreams with No Money and No Credit with Don Jacobs21 Nov 201600:40:44

In this episode of the Better Than Success podcast, host Nicole Purvy talks how to Use Real Estate to Create the Life of Your Dreams with No Money and No Credit with Real Estate Mogul Don Jacobs.  Don is a Real estate Investor and founder of House Jerk, a national real estate club that teaches people how to invest in real estate with no money and no credit.  He's an ex-professional basketball player and has been in the real estate game for 26 years. In this episode he tells us how he survived the real estate bubble of 2008, his top business tricks that has allowed him to stay in the game for over 26 years, amongst many more business tips.  

visit House Jerk here at Betterthansuccess.com/HouseJerk

#42: Top 4 Myths about Having a Mentor14 Nov 201600:24:37

In this episode, host Nicole Purvy talks the Top 4 Myths about Having a Mentor.  The myths include

My business or idea ready for a coach yet, Business Coaching doesn't work. Coaching won't work for me and my business…my work is too complex , and I don't need a coach. I know what to do. I just have to actually take the time to do it.

We debunk each myth and Nicole also shares where you can learn the single everyday word that automatically forces a plan to work.

#41: How to Turn Any Failure or Weakness into Success07 Nov 201600:40:44

In this episode of the Better Than Success podcast, host Nicole Purvy talks about "How to Turn Any Failure or Weakness into Success".  We discuss the exact formula to turn failure into success.  This formula features a secrets of questions that are available in our accompanying download. Nicole calls these series of questions the most powerful tool you can ever use.  Listen to this episode to learn how to turn any failure or weakness into Success.

download the workbook at betterthansuccess.com/41

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