Trusting Instincts Over Fluff: My Journey from Real Estate to Creative Entrepreneurship

There was a time in my life when I didn’t have a clear plan or a list of goals, but I got things done because I simply felt it. It wasn’t motivation videos or journaling that fueled my actions—it was just a burning desire to make something happen. This mindset led me to a successful real estate venture that, in hindsight, still stands as a testament to how powerful trusting your instincts can be.

The Beginning: Real Estate and the Power of Instinct

When I first started in real estate, I was hungry for knowledge. I bought an online course and dove into the material. Along the way, I purchased books as upsells, spending a little more, but those books didn’t just teach me the process—they shifted my perspective. I wasn’t just trying to make money—I was learning to think like an investor. And that belief, that mindset, was what drove me forward.

I didn’t have all the money to make my first deal happen. What I had was the mindset of someone who could get it done. I mapped out my plan, presented it to potential investors, and moved forward. Despite everyone around me telling me it wouldn’t work, I knew it would. There was no doubt. There was only action. And sure enough, I made my first £2,000 profit on my first deal, spending just £100 on the course and books.

I didn’t need goals or affirmations; I just trusted myself and did the work. There was no “fluff” involved, no external motivation. I didn’t need to listen to motivational speakers, and I didn’t need to force myself to feel inspired. I just moved. I acted. And it worked.

A Proud Achievement: The Third Deal

By the time I completed my third property deal, I had gained even more confidence. This deal was especially rewarding because I invested 10% of my own money into it. I made a profit, and that experience reinforced a crucial lesson: you don’t need a huge amount of money to make money. The belief in yourself, the ability to get things done, and knowing how to leverage opportunities are far more powerful than the cash you have upfront. This was a pivotal moment for me—it showed me that mindset and strategy matter more than having endless resources.

From Real Estate to ChefTeez: A New Journey

But now, I’m in a different space. I’ve transitioned from real estate into building my online business—ChefTeez, a store focused on food-themed apparel. And as much as I value a positive mindset, I realized something crucial: I don’t need the fluff. I don’t need the motivational speeches, the goal lists, or the overly structured plans. What I need is the same instinct and drive I had in real estate—clear steps and immediate action.

ChefTeez is a creative project. It’s not just about selling t-shirts. It’s about building something that reflects who I am—humorous, passionate about food, and entrepreneurial by nature. I know the path to success in this venture isn’t about “getting it right” all the time. It’s about showing up, creating, experimenting, and trusting my instincts.

The Takeaway: Less Fluff, More Action

In the past, I was able to move forward in real estate by trusting my gut and focusing on the next step, not getting stuck in endless plans or motivational quotes. The same approach can apply to my journey with ChefTeez. Sometimes, success is about showing up, taking action, and trusting that the next step will unfold as you move forward.

It’s not about waiting for the perfect moment or the perfect plan. It’s about acting. Creating. Trusting yourself, even when the world says it won’t work.

ChefTeez is about more than just t-shirts—it’s about creating something authentic and true to who I am. And that’s what I’m focusing on now: trusting the journey and knowing that the results will come if I stay true to myself and keep moving forward.