T1C 14 | The 1% Closer with J Scott

Jay Scott explains that what separates him in the top 1 percent is intellectual humility, openly admitting what he does not know and deliberately surrounding himself with people smarter than him rather than letting ego drive his decisions. He rejects the “fake it till you make it” mentality, saying he would rather “fake being dumb” so others are more inclined to help and share what he is missing. Jay shares that his biggest risk was walking away from his Silicon Valley technology career, recognizing that after a certain point he and his wife would likely never be able to return, making it an all-in decision to fully commit to real estate. He reflects that while the choice carried significant weight and uncertainty, it was ultimately a decision they have never regretted as they built their careers beyond that moment. Bullet Point Highlights: - Why admitting what you don’t know is a superpower - Rejecting the “fake it till you make it” mentality - Surrounding yourself with people smarter than you - Learning faster by asking questions and seeking feedback - Starting in real estate by being willing to be an intern - Taking an all-in career risk by leaving tech behind - Why irreversible decisions can accelerate success - Humility, mentorship, and commitment as competitive edges Links from the Show and Guest Info and Links: Seth Bradley’s Links: https://x.com/sethbradleyesq https://www.youtube.com/@sethbradleyesq www.facebook.com/sethbradleyesq https://www.threads.com/@sethbradleyesq https://www.instagram.com/sethbradleyesq/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/sethbradleyesq/ https://passiveincomeattorney.com/seth-bradley/ https://www.biggerpockets.com/users/sethbradleyesq https://medium.com/@sethbradleyesq https://www.tiktok.com/@sethbradleyesq?lang=en

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