Ivan Smith on Recovery, Real Estate and Rebuilding Your Life | Beyond the Label Ep. 19

🛒 Support the mission through the Vital Health Store: www.vitalhealthmerch.com Every purchase helps us break barriers and support families in our community.   You can rebuild your life from anywhere.   In this episode of Beyond the Label, Jacob sits down with Ivan Smith, owner of Serenity Realty and Serenity Property Management. Ivan shares his journey from addiction and brokenness to building one of the top real estate brokerages in Ohio and Michigan.   From losing everything during the market crash, to waiting tables while trapped in addiction, to restarting his career with a clear vision and a servant heart, Ivan shows what is possible when you stay honest, stay hungry, and stay connected to purpose.   What you will hear: • How addiction pulled Ivan away from real estate • What pushed him to rebuild his life at 34 • How Serenity Realty grew from 8 agents to over 200 • Why people in recovery make powerful leaders and salespeople • How to get started in real estate with no background • The importance of mentorship and self education • Why authenticity matters more than image   If you feel lost or stuck in your past, this episode will remind you that your story can still become something good.   📱 Learn more or connect with Ivan: Serenity Realty SerenityRealty.com His contact information is available directly on the site.   🎙️ Beyond the Label airs Thursdays at 11 AM EST.   #BeyondTheLabel #IvanSmith #SerenityRealty #RecoveryJourney #SecondChances #FromLabelsToLegacy