Breaking Free: Betsy Pepine on Dismantling the Boxes That Bind Us

In this episode of the Label Free Podcast, host Deanna Radulescu welcomes the inspiring Betsy Pepine (https://betsypepine.com), a serial entrepreneur in the real estate industry. Betsy owns multiple companies, including a real estate brokerage, property management firm, title company, short-term rental business, and a real estate school. She is also the author of the thought-provoking book, "Boxes: Dismantling the Metaphorical Boxes That Bind Us." (https://a.co/d/hlrZWgm) Betsy shares her journey from the pharmaceutical industry to real estate, highlighting her transition after becoming a single mother and the challenges she faced along the way. 

The conversation delves into the importance of addressing affordable housing through Betsy's nonprofit work with Habitat for Humanity, where they help families purchase homes through education and support. Betsy also discusses her mentorship with Barbara Corcoran, a prominent figure in real estate and a Shark Tank investor, and how their relationship has influenced her career. 

Betsy’s book serves as a guide for those feeling discontent in their lives, encouraging readers to identify and break free from the metaphorical boxes that limit them. She emphasizes the significance of understanding personal core values and staying in tune with one’s emotions to lead a fulfilling life. The episode concludes with Betsy’s powerful reminder of the brevity of life and the importance of embracing each day. Tune in to discover how to live authentically and break free from societal expectations.