Container Shack to Paid off New build home in 5 years - Daniel Cockerill

In this conversation, Daniel Cockerill shares his journey from starting a Salesforce consultancy to owning his own home. He discusses the challenges he faced, the goals he set, and the steps he took to achieve success. Daniel also talks about his experience living in a container home and the lessons he learned along the way. He emphasizes the importance of perseverance, hard work, and having a clear vision for the future. In this conversation, Daniel Cockerill and Kendrick Myers discuss the process of building a house and starting a business. They emphasize the importance of putting passion and values into everything you build, whether it's a business, a home, or even a car. They also highlight the significance of family and personal values in business decisions and growth. The conversation touches on the power of incremental steps and the role of money as a representation of work. They discuss the importance of the kitchen as the heart of a home and the value of partnerships in business. The conversation concludes with some lighthearted dad jokes and a look towards the future.
Takeaways
Setting clear goals and working towards them is key to achieving success.
Learning new skills and acquiring knowledge is essential for personal and professional growth.
Taking calculated risks and stepping out of your comfort zone can lead to great opportunities.
Having a supportive partner and a strong support system can make a significant difference in achieving your goals. Put passion and values into everything you build.
Family and personal values should guide business decisions and growth.
Take small incremental steps towards your goals.
Money is a representation of the work you do.
The kitchen is often the heart of a home.
Partnerships and support are important in business.
Don't be afraid to prioritize financial stability.
Laughter and humor are important in life and business.
Look towards the future and continue to grow and evolve.
Chapters
00:00
Introduction and Background
02:35
Starting a Salesforce Consultancy
06:21
First Steps and Goals
10:19
Starting Soularch
17:22
Purchasing the Jumbumba Property
22:28
Living in a Container Home
29:31
Paying Off the Home
35:33
Upgrading to a New Home
45:38
Building the House and Starting the Business
46:24
Putting Passion and Values into Building
47:29
Creating Art in Different Forms
48:26
The Importance of Family and Values in Business
49:24
Making Decisions Based on Personal Values
50:19
Balancing Work and Family Life
51:48
Taking Time for Experiences and Making Memories
52:33
Stepping from Where You Are to a Different Scenario
53:38
The Power of Incremental Steps
54:56
Money as a Representation of Work
56:03
Being a Marketing Company First
58:15
Focusing on Delivering and Providing Value
59:43
The Importance of the Kitchen in a Home
01:01:55
The Role of Partners in Business
01:03:26
Prioritizing Financial Stability
01:06:37
The Story of the Missing Doors
01:08:11
Sharing Dad Jokes and Laughter
01:10:32
Looking Forward to the Future