In this episode, Toni interviews Alfie Best, a self-made entrepreneur and owner of Europe's largest residential park home operator. Despite humble beginnings and facing significant challenges, Alfie's determination and hard work have propelled him to great success.
He shares his journey, from starting a business at a young age to almost losing it all, and how he rebuilt and expanded his empire. Alfie emphasises the importance of finding one's passion and surrounding oneself with the right team. He also discusses the stigma and misconceptions surrounding his Romani heritage and how he has embraced it to inspire others. With a focus on changing lives and a goal to become the biggest park operator in the world, Alfie's story is one of resilience, perseverance, and the power of mindset.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
BEST MOMENTS
"I'm an absolute nobody. I've just been lucky enough to be successful on the journey that I'm on now to this point."
"Success is the journey to the destination, and that destination ends when you die."
"We are the biggest park operator with 119 parks throughout the UK. We're the only national park in Europe that's ever existed."
"I'm not looking to please everybody. I'm looking to please like-minded people that want to live on park home living."
"Sometimes you've got to eat a lot of shit to enjoy the steak."
HOST BIO
Toni's journey defies the norm. Raised with a strong work ethic and a traditional career path in mind, she initially pursued a corporate job in HR after earning her degree. However, in 2015, everything changed when she attended a property training seminar. Little did she know that this event would ignite a profound passion for property investment.
With her husband Chris, Toni raised millions in joint venture finance, creating a multi-million-pound property portfolio. But her story doesn't stop there. By the age of 33, she left her HR job behind to empower others to build their successful property businesses.
Toni's passion for public speaking led her to become a world record holder. Beyond the accolades, she sees it as a calling to educate and inspire. Toni hosts training events and uses her "Talks with Toni" podcast to share insights, interview captivating guests, and motivate her audience.