From NBA Pro to Prison to Real Estate Empire: Seth Sundberg's Journey of Redemption and Growth

In the world of business and personal development, we often hear stories of success, failure, and redemption. But few are as compelling as Seth Sundberg's journey from NBA player to federal prison inmate to successful real estate entrepreneur. In our latest podcast episode, Seth shares his remarkable story of transformation and the valuable lessons he learned along the way.

The Journey: From Basketball Courts to Prison Yards

Standing at seven feet tall, Seth Sundberg seemed destined for basketball success. After playing professionally for the Lakers and in various international leagues, he ventured into real estate and mortgage lending. However, his story took an unexpected turn in 2009 when he faced the consequences of what he describes as his own arrogance.

"I was a pretty arrogant guy," Seth admits candidly. "In that space of arrogance, in 2009, I figured I'd take on the IRS. And so I did, and I lost, and I ended up spending five years in federal prison for tax fraud."

Finding Purpose in Adversity

What could have been the end of his story became a powerful catalyst for change. While incarcerated, Seth:

• Read over 500 books

• Started a protein bar business after discovering concerning food practices

• Developed a deep understanding of the challenges faced by formerly incarcerated individuals

• Refined his perspective on life, success, and purpose

"It was one of the worst things that's ever happened to me and my family," Seth reflects. "But it was also the thing that I needed. It ended up being one of the best things that could have happened to me on a human level."

The Power of High Performance

Seth's definition of high performance reflects his journey and learned wisdom:

1. Clearly identify your goals

2. Break them down into manageable chunks

3. Do your best every day – not someone else's best, but YOUR best

4. Maintain consistency over time

"There's no sexy silver bullet," Seth explains. "It's just identifying the next step and doing it. You don't have to know what the end of the book looks like."

Building a Real Estate Empire

Today, Seth focuses on helping others enter the multifamily real estate space through his accelerator program. His approach emphasizes:

• Education and understanding of market dynamics

• The importance of proper underwriting

• Value-add opportunities in B and C properties

• The power of community and mentorship

Lessons for Entrepreneurs

Several key insights from our conversation stand out for business owners:

1. Decision-Making: "A decision is better than no decision. Even not making a decision is a decision to procrastinate."

2. Environmental Impact: "Environment plays such an important role in everything that we do, whether we recognize it consciously or subconsciously."

3. Continuous Learning: Seth emphasizes the importance of staying curious and always being willing to learn from others' experiences.

4. Faith and Business: The importance of aligning business decisions with personal values and larger purpose.

Why You Should Listen to the Full Episode

This conversation goes deep into:

• The mindset required for high performance

• Practical strategies for entering the multifamily real estate market

• How to bounce back from significant setbacks

• The role of faith and values in business decisions

• Strategic decision-making processes

Taking Action

Inspired by Seth's journey and ready to level up your own business? Here are two ways to take action:

1. Listen to the Full Episode

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