#146: Jean Paul: The Similarities Between Comedy & Real Estate Investing On this episode Gary chats with Canadian comedian Jean Paul! He’s played the biggest stages, TV and Just For Laughs, and drops by Gary’s studio for a no-holds-barred convo! Jean Paul shares his upbringing, how stage fright almost derailed his career, bombing and recovering, failures in life, how he moved into Real Estate investing (it was an accident), and MUCH more in this fun and engaging conversation! WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: How his childhood influenced his future How stage fright almost derailed his career How bombing onstage made him stronger and how he recovered Some of his life failures What sparked his accidental interest in Real Estate Investing The value of home equity and how he and his wife put it to use The power of community, and lifting others up His interest in crypto currency Why he feels there is a lack of financial literacy Why you should FACE your fears Don’t fear failing, as you learn when you fail The importance of being yourself, and not worrying about what others think And MORE! Jean’s Bio Jean Paul’s comedic style is the perfect blend of laidback Caribbean vibes and vibrant Toronto energy. His international comedy appeal has allowed him to perform extensively across Canada, the U.S., the Caribbean, Israel, South Africa and the U.K.  No stranger to the festival circuit, Jean Paul has performed at Montreal’s Just For Laughs Festival, Toronto’s JFL42, and the Halifax and Winnipeg Comedy Festivals.  In addition to his award-nominated television writing credits, Jean Paul has also made his mark on TV with appearances on The Comedy Network, CBC, and Kevin Hart’s LOL Network. Website/contact info for guest Insta @jeanpaulcomedy Website jeanpaulcomedy.ca Facebook https://www.facebook.com/jeanpaulcomedy This episode proudly sponsored by McMurter & Associates. They are a real estate and estate law firm who can be your partner for every major legal event in your life. If you’re planning an estate, selling or buying real estate, they can help with over 30 years of experience. Their objective is to prevent you from worrying about the legal aspect of your transactions. From the first meeting, McMurter will provide you with straightforward legal advice, and no surprises., including a legal bill you didn’t expect. Find them at: https://www.mcmurter.com   Real Estate Investment Club visit https://www.smarthomechoice.ca Gary's mentorship program visit https://garyhibbert.ca Start your own Podcast visit https://www.podcastexperts.ca