From Barely Surviving to Thriving with Joanne Schmidt

From Struggle to Success: Joanne Schmidt's Journey to Passive Income Freedom

In this heartfelt and inspiring episode of Passive Income Adventures, Emma sits down with local investor Joanne Schmidt in Juno, Alaska. Joanne shares her incredible journey from being a single mom on welfare to becoming a successful real estate entrepreneur. Throughout the episode, Joanne and Emma discuss their experiences in the real estate market, the importance of passive income, and the personal transformations they've undergone. Joanne offers valuable insights for those looking to navigate their own paths to financial freedom, emphasizing the significance of time freedom, personal development, and the joy of giving back. Don't miss this impactful conversation that will leave you motivated and empowered to take control of your financial future.

Connect with Joanne:
LinkedIn: [Joanne Schmidt](https://linkedin.com/in/joanne-schmidt)
Facebook: [Joanne Schmidt](https://facebook.com/joanne.schmidt)

Connect with Emma:
https://InvestWithEmma.com
https://Highrise.group

00:00 Struggles of a Single Mom
00:26 Welcome to Passive Income Adventures
01:40 Joanne Schmidt's Journey Begins
01:57 Early Life and Career
03:40 First Steps into Real Estate
05:36 The First Investment Property
08:35 Learning and Overcoming Challenges
12:04 Balancing Scarcity and Abundance Mindsets
15:36 Motivations and Personal Development
17:47 Investing for the Future
24:38 Finding Fulfillment and Happiness
27:49 Planning for a Legacy Home
28:04 Transitioning to Passive Income
28:32 Balancing Work and Personal Life
28:48 First Full-Time Job Experience
29:30 The Importance of Passive Income
30:25 Achieving Financial Freedom
33:39 Overcoming Self-Doubt and Fear
36:01 Generational Wealth Building
39:59 Mentoring and Helping Others
46:48 Future Goals and Passive Income
53:55 Final Thoughts and Contact Information