What happens when you stop waiting for the market to change and decide to outwork it instead?

In this episode of The Madison Podcast, host Ben Lavender sits down with Mike Petit Frere of Power Move Realty, a New York real estate agent whose business exploded during one of the toughest markets in recent history. Mike shares how failing his real estate exam 11 times, nearly losing his life in Miami, and being written off by others became the fuel that built his success.

If you're in real estate, sales, or entrepreneurship and feel stuck, this episode is a punch in the chest—in the best way.

What You'll Learn in This Episode

-How Mike built consistent business when rates were high and deals were scarce

-Why door knocking (yes, really) became his unfair advantage

-The exact daily discipline that changed his income and mindset

-How to convert cold leads without sounding salesy

-Why proving people wrong can be dangerous—but powerful if used correctly

Key Takeaways & Timestamps

00:01:00 – Failing Forward

00:02:00 – Making the Market Work for You

00:04:00 – The Power Position Shift

00:05:00 – Rejection Therapy

00:07:00 – Disarm Before You Sell

00:09:00 – Cold Calling Without the Cringe

00:13:00 – The 12-Hour Workday

00:18:00 – When Business Saves Your Life

00:23:00 – The Miami Wake-Up Call

00:27:00 – From Party Guy to Professional

🤝 Let's Connect Host: Ben Lavender Instagram: @blavmtg

Guest: Mike Petit Frere Instagram: @mikesupersales

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When responsibility comes early, and excuses aren't an option… what do you do?

On this episode of The Madison Podcast, Ben Lavender sits down with Omar Jones of Power Move Realty to share a story shaped by resilience, purpose, and relentless drive. From growing up without basic necessities to creating pathways for others to achieve homeownership and generational wealth, Omar's journey is candid, insightful, and full of practical lessons for anyone ready to take ownership of their life. This is a candid conversation about discipline, mindset, and accountability—showing that opportunity isn't handed to you, it's built by you. Why This Episode Matters - Too many people wait for perfect conditions. - Too many people confuse comfort with safety. - Too many people believe their past disqualifies them from a better future. Omar's story dismantles all three, offering a roadmap for taking responsibility, embracing discomfort, and creating your own success.

What You'll Learn

- How early responsibility and adversity build discipline, resilience, and leadership.

- Lessons from Omar's grandparents on accountability, "no excuses," and getting things done.

- Turning life challenges into opportunities to serve others and create generational wealth.

- Practical strategies for financial literacy, credit, and building a foundation for homeownership.

- How mindset shifts, embracing discomfort, and learning from failures accelerate growth.

Key Takeaways & Timestamps

00:00 – 01:00 | Introduction & Early Career Choices

01:00 – 03:00 | Lessons from Family Legacy

03:00 – 06:00 | Childhood Challenges & Early Responsibility

06:00 – 09:00 | Caregiving & Life Shifts

09:00 – 12:00 | The "No Excuses" Mindset

12:00 – 16:00 | Turning Adversity Into Service

16:00 – 21:00 | Practical Financial Guidance

21:00 – 25:00 | Mindset Shifts & Energy Alignment

25:00 – 28:00 | Embracing Discomfort & Learning from Failure

28:00 – 30:00 | Mentorship & Systems for Success

30:00 – End | Closing Thoughts & Inspiration

Let's Connect Host: Ben Lavender Instagram: @blavmtg Guest: Omar Jones, Realtor, Power Move Realty @getlistedwithmrjones If this episode sparked something for you—share it with someone who needs to hear it. Growth travels faster when it's shared.