Introduction:
In this episode of Eeaze, we have a very special guest, Shametria Gonzales, a survivor of human trafficking, who shares her story of overcoming this traumatic experience and how she became a successful real estate investor and speaker.
Part 1: Surviving Trafficking
Shametria details how she became a victim of human trafficking at just 15 years old, while working as a waitress. Her trafficker used friendly-seeming women to lure her in, introduce her to the drug Molly, and embed her into a system she didn't eve realize was victimizing her or was wrong. She ended up becoming a teenage mother and narrowly escaped with her life. She shares the heart-wrenching story of her friend, "Cinnabuns", who was given the same substance and never seen again. Despite the trauma she experienced, Shametria persevered and managed to rebuild her life.
Part 2: Overcoming Adversity
Shametria talks about how she turned her life around and became a successful real estate investor and sought-after speaker. She discusses the power of dedication, focus, ingenuity, intelligence, and creativity in overcoming adversity. Shametria shares her inspiring story of how she earned her college degree and also is currently raising 2 children as a single mother.
Part 3: Real Estate Investing Tips
Towards the end of the episode, Shametria provides tips for anyone interested in getting started in real estate investing using little or no money. She explains how wholesaling works, and how to connect investors with distressed homeowners, which has proven very profitable for her. She encourages listeners to have the courage to take the first step towards pursuing their dreams and to believe in themselves.
Conclusion:
Shametria's story is a testament to the power of resilience and determination. She has not only survived but thrived despite the trauma she experienced. Her journey is an inspiration for anyone who has faced adversity and is looking for a way forward. We hope that her insights and tips on real estate investing will help listeners to take the first step towards building a better future for themselves. Thank you for listening to this episode of Eeaze.
Introduction:
In this episode of Eeaze, we have a very special guest, Shametria Gonzales, a survivor of human trafficking, who shares her story of overcoming this traumatic experience and how she became a successful real estate investor and speaker.
Part 1: Surviving Trafficking
Shametria details how she became a victim of human trafficking at just 15 years old, while working as a waitress. Her trafficker used friendly-seeming women to lure her in, introduce her to the drug Molly, and embed her into a system she didn't eve realize was victimizing her or was wrong. She ended up becoming a teenage mother and narrowly escaped with her life. She shares the heart-wrenching story of her friend, "Cinnabuns", who was given the same substance and never seen again. Despite the trauma she experienced, Shametria persevered and managed to rebuild her life.
Part 2: Overcoming Adversity
Shametria talks about how she turned her life around and became a successful real estate investor and sought-after speaker. She discusses the power of dedication, focus, ingenuity, intelligence, and creativity in overcoming adversity. Shametria shares her inspiring story of how she earned her college degree and also is currently raising 2 children as a single mother.
Part 3: Real Estate Investing Tips
Towards the end of the episode, Shametria provides tips for anyone interested in getting started in real estate investing using little or no money. She explains how wholesaling works, and how to connect investors with distressed homeowners, which has proven very profitable for her. She encourages listeners to have the courage to take the first step towards pursuing their dreams and to believe in themselves.
Conclusion:
Shametria's story is a testament to the power of resilience and determination. She has not only survived but thrived despite the trauma she experienced. Her journey is an inspiration for anyone who has faced adversity and is looking for a way forward. We hope that her insights and tips on real estate investing will help listeners to take the first step towards building a better future for themselves. Thank you for listening to this episode of Eeaze.