From Farming to Real Estate: Ted Cawkwell's Journey and Insights

In this episode of the Return on Life Podcast, host Randy Dyck welcomes Ted Cawkwell, a fourth-generation farmer turned real estate expert. Ted's remarkable journey began in Nut Mountain, where he cultivated a deep understanding of agriculture, before transitioning to managing a luxury fly-in fishing resort and ultimately becoming a leading real estate agent specializing in agricultural properties.

Ted shares his experiences navigating the unique challenges of agricultural real estate, emphasizing the importance of mindset, discipline, and systems in building a sustainable and successful business. The conversation explores his insights on resilience, emerging real estate trends, and the value of investing in both personal and professional growth.

Ted's zest for life is evident in his adventurous pursuits and extensive travels, offering inspiration on how to strike a harmonious balance between work and personal fulfillment.

 

Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction to Ted Cawkwell

01:44 Ted's Real Estate Journey

05:10 Challenges and Successes in Farming

12:50 The Future of Farmland Sales

15:07 Underdog DNA and Resilience

19:48 Empathy and Confidence in Real Estate

25:13 Overcoming Setbacks and Finding Success

28:42 Beyond Real Estate: Diversifying Investments

31:16 The Challenge of Building Bridges in Real Estate

35:10 The Importance of Systems and Team Building

39:14 Mindset and Discipline: Keys to Success

42:42 Return on Life: Balancing Work and Play

49:42 Rapid Fire Questions: Getting to Know Ted

 

Links and Resources:

Ted Cawkwell’s Links:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cawkwellgroup/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CawkwellGroupAgricultureSpecialists
• Website: https://cawkwellgroup.com/

 

Randy Dyck’s Links:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/randycdyck/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/randydyck/
• Website: https://www.randydyck.com/

 

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