Ep. 10 Talking with Ed Fordyce

Ken Jordan and Joe Irdell dive into the inspiring story of Ed Fordyce. Ed is a Chester County, Pennsylvania real estate agent who was on the brink of disaster when drugs and alcohol took control of his life. After attending a seminar by Tony Robbins and embracing sobriety, he decided to get his real estate license in 2004. He shot up the ranks to become number one in Chester County and eighth in the United States. Ken and Joe will pick Ed's brain about how he achieved such massive success so quickly and what lessons he learned along the way. Join us for a fascinating conversation about personal achievement and how it can help you reach your dreams!

[00:01 - 06:52] Opening Segment

• Quick fun chat with Ken and Joe
• Welcoming Ed to the show

[06:53 - 15:35] Ed Fordyce's Journey to Success

• Ed was in the restaurant business before getting his real estate license in 2004 and excelling within 30 months
• How Ed went from number three in Chester County to number one within three years
• Ranked number eight in the United States of America out of all real estate offices from all companies
• Attended Anthony Robbins' event in 2004 and was inspired to help people
• Uses behavioral assessment and Enneagram typing system to uncover true calling
• Greatness is already inside everyone

[15:36 - 31:04] Unlocking the Power of Love Languages: How to Stay Present and Connect With Others

• The book, "Five Regrets of the Dying" is a great way to stay present
• Communication is vital in relationships
• Love languages are words of affirmation, quality time, physical touch, acts of service, and receiving gifts
• Encourage your spouse, coworkers, and employees by speaking their love language
• Letting your kids know you're not perfect is important

[31:05 - 32:59] Closing Segment

• Final words
• See the links below to connect with Ed

Quotes:

"Necessity breeds invention." - Ed Fordyce 

"Is your family getting the best of you or the rest of you at the end of the day?" - Ed Fordyce 

"It's not just with your spouse. The love languages can be applied to your employees, to your coworkers, to the other people that are important to you in your life." - Ed Fordyce 

Resources Mentioned:

• The Five Love Languages by Gary Chapman
• The Five Regrets of the Dying by Bronnie Ware

Connect with Ed by visiting www.EdFordyce.com. 

Connect with Joe and Ken! 

Joe Iredell's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/joseph-w-iredell-6380915/

Ken Jordan’s LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/william-ken-jordan-6a50885/

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