Doing It Scared: Marina St. Cyr’s Leap from Hyper-Independence to Power Partnerships

In this premiere episode of Beyond the Leap, host Brenda Jones sits down with serial entrepreneur, real-estate investor, author and Access Partners Senior VP of Operations Marina St. Cyr—a leader who swears that “everything I’ve ever wanted was on the other side of fear.” Marina traces her path from lone-wolf property manager to deal-making powerhouse overseeing multiple ventures, M&A transactions, and a diverse real-estate portfolio spanning offices, warehouses, multifamily, and RV parks.Together, Brenda and Marina unpack:Fear as Fuel – why “doing it scared” unlocks joy and momentum.From Solo to Synergy – how abandoning hyper-independence and embracing trusted partners multiplied Marina’s impact.Deal-Maker’s Playbook – straight-talk tactics on structuring partnerships, spotting the money in any asset, and time-blocking a calendar that actually works.Mindset Shifts – the “could the opposite also be true?” question that reframes limitations, plus rapid-fire reflections on daily rituals, growth-mindset reads, and the definition of success at mid-career.If you’ve ever hesitated to ask for help, scale your vision, or chase that intimidating deal, this conversation will give you the nudge—and practical roadmap—you need to leap farther than you thought possible. Hit play, take notes, and get ready to start doing it scared.