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Defying the Odds with Former NFL Player and Survivor Contestant Alan Ball, Ep. 396

Black Podcasting - Defying the Odds with Former NFL Player and Survivor Contestant Alan Ball, Ep. 396

Born and raised in Detroit, Michigan, Alan began defying the odds at a very young age. After graduating from St. Martin de Porres High School, Alan received a full scholarship to the University of Illinois, where he earned his Bachelor of Arts in communication. Shortly after he was drafted by the Dallas Cowboys in the 7th round of the 2007 NFL draft. Alan, an undersized cornerback, spent much of his rookie year on the practice squad but continued to defy the odds. In 2016, after a successful 9 year career in the NFL, Alan retired and decided to embark upon his real estate journey.  

In 2017 he started his own real estate development company, Next Phase Investments, which provides affordable housing in distressed neighborhoods in his hometown of Detroit. We spoke to Alan about mentality, how and why he is making people homeowners, and the importance of following your passions.

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[00:01 – 04:02] Opening Segment 

 

[04:02 – 15:20] Having Faith

[15:20 – 31:34] Making People Homeowners

 

[31:34 – 38:04] Round of Insights

Apparent Failure:

A lender saying “no”

 

Digital Resource:

Buildium

 

Most Recommended Book:

The Bible

 

Daily Habit:

Praying

 

#1 Insight for Investing:

Know your goals.

 

Best Place to Grab a Bite in Detroit: 

Lou’s Delly

 

Contact Alan:

To reach out to Alan, send him an email.

 

Tweetable Quotes:

“The strength in the success of your mission – a lot of it comes from behind your true reason.”  – Alan Ball

“Figure out a way to figure out what you are passionate about.” – Alan Ball

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