In this episode, Nic Espanet sits down with longtime friend and seasoned entrepreneur Justin Martinez. Justin shares his incredible journey from flipping single-family homes to running multiple successful businesses—including a thriving family legacy at the State Fair of Texas. Discover how a copy of Rich Dad, Poor Dad sparked Justin’s passion for entrepreneurship, and how a life of intentional living, passive income, and van travel transformed his business mindset.
We dive into:
The origins of Justin’s career in real estate and food service
How the family-run State Fair business scaled from three to multiple locations
Lessons learned from van life and world travel
Why stepping back can actually unlock your best ideas
The power of mentorship, focus, and having a dream big enough to keep going
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