Episode 35: Scaling Businesses, Real Estate & The Mindset for Success with Sam Khairi

February 26, 2025

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Sam Khairi is an entrepreneur and investor who transitioned from engineering and corporate management into real estate and business acquisitions. With a passion for scaling businesses, he focuses on acquiring and optimizing home-service companies while leveraging real estate investments to build long-term wealth. Sam is the founder of AFTO Capital and is actively involved in building high-performing teams and operational efficiencies for sustainable business growth.

Guest Resources

Value Bombs

  1. The shift from corporate to entrepreneurship – How Sam transitioned from engineering into business ownership.
  2. Buying and scaling businesses – Why acquiring service-based companies can be more profitable than starting from scratch.
  3. Real estate as a wealth-building tool – How investing in multifamily and syndications creates passive income.
  4. The power of team building – Why leadership and hiring the right people are essential for long-term business success.
  5. Fitness and mindset for peak performance – How prioritizing health and structure leads to better business decisions.

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Show Notes

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  • [00:00] – Introduction to Sam Khairi and his journey from engineering to entrepreneurship.
  • [02:30] – Transitioning from a corporate job to real estate investing.
  • [06:00] – The challenges of working in large-scale infrastructure and construction projects.
  • [10:20] – Investing in real estate: From single-family to syndications.
  • [15:00] – Scaling businesses through acquisitions vs. starting from scratch.
  • [20:30] – The importance of mindset, leadership, and team building in business growth.
  • [27:15] – How Sam is acquiring and scaling home-service businesses.
  • [32:40] – The value of fitness and mental clarity in high-performance entrepreneurship.
  • [40:00] – The role of private equity in scaling businesses.
  • [45:30] – Building a long-term vision for wealth creation and financial independence.
  • [50:00] – Where to connect with Sam and get involved with AFTO Capital.

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