Hustle Culture Recovery: A Live As If Podcast

In this transformative episode, I, Shalece Daniels, a 7-figure business coach, author, real estate investor, and retreat host, take you on a journey through the pivotal moments that shaped my success. From growing up on Detroit's East Side to scaling businesses globally, this episode is about redefining what it means to thrive.

I share how real estate became my ticket to freedom, why Rich Dad, Poor Dad changed my perspective, a...

In this powerful episode, we dive deep into the challenges men face in business—particularly as leaders, providers, and entrepreneurs. While men are often expected to suppress emotions and always have the answers, this unprocessed pressure can seep into their businesses, creating cycles of chaos, overwhelm, and exhaustion.

We explore why societal expectations make it difficult for men to acknowledge vulnerability and how t...

As a Detroit-based real estate investor and property manager with over 20 years of experience, I sat down with LT on Tag Up with LT to share my journey, insights, and strategies for building a thriving rental property portfolio. In this episode, I break down my proven Section 8 Insider Formula—a system that has helped me consistently generate high returns while supporting tenants through wraparound services.

I talk about how I got s...

What if rest was the secret to scaling your business? In this conversation with Tilisa Stubbs, I, Shalece Daniels, share how embracing radical rest and intentional practices took my real estate business to seven figures while allowing me to create a life of freedom and ease. From Detroit to Costa Rica, I’ve discovered that rest isn’t a luxury—it’s a powerful tool for creativity, clarity, and growth.

Here’s what Tilisa and I discuss:

As entrepreneurs and real estate CEOs, we often wear "hustle" like a badge of honor, but what if rest was the ultimate power move? In this episode of The Lara Jane Layton Show, I, Shalece Daniels, share my journey from burning the candle at both ends to embracing Radical Rest—a concept that changed my life and my business.

Radical Rest is about more than just taking time off; it’s about finding what truly restores you. For...

Have you ever taken a leap into the unknown? In this episode, alongside Asher and Lavinia, I’m sharing one of the most transformative firsts of my life: moving to Costa Rica in 2020. What started as a three-week vacation turned into a five-month adventure, my first solo experience away from family, and the beginning of a life I never imagined.

This wasn’t just a physical move—it was a mindset shift. At 38, I had spent my life grindi...

I’m Shalece Daniels, and in this episode, I’m sharing how I transformed my hands-on property management business into a thriving, hands-off operation—while living in Costa Rica. My journey is all about embracing rest as a revenue driver, scaling smartly, and building a business that works for you, not because of you.

I dive into how I transitioned from being deeply involved in the daily grind to optimizing my systems and empowering ...

Welcome to the Keys to Success Podcast! In this episode, we dive into the lucrative world of Section 8 rentals with Shalece Daniels, a seasoned real estate investor and avid traveler. Shalece shares her journey from starting as an 18-year-old landlord to becoming a full-time investor in Detroit’s Section 8 market. She reveals how she turned challenges like over-leveraging and market crashes into valuable lessons that shaped her suc...

For all the Black women who dream of conquering Mount Kilimanjaro—or even those who never thought about it—this episode is for you. Climbing Africa’s tallest peak isn’t just about the physical journey; it’s about preparing your mind, body, and spirit for an adventure that’s as challenging as it is rewarding. I created this insider’s guide specifically for Black women who want to climb Mount Kilimanjaro, sharing everything I wish I ...

Building a business that thrives on rest, ease, and accountability takes more than just systems—it requires the right squad. In this podcast episode, I’m joined by Tanisha Molden, an attorney and productivity coach, and Charmaine Brown, a corporate leader turned entrepreneur, as we dive deep into what makes our squad a game-changer for business growth and personal fulfillment. Together, we reflect on how collaboration, trust, and s...

In this episode, recorded straight from Costa Rica during a family celebration, I dive into a transformative conversation around time—one of the most precious yet misunderstood resources. We’ve been taught to think about time through a lens of scarcity: rushing from one deadline to the next, believing there’s never enough time in a day. But what if you flipped that script? Shifting your mindset from scarcity to abundance changes ho...

Ready to scale your real estate business but overwhelmed at the thought of more work? You’re not alone. In this episode, I dive deep into the challenges of scaling—addressing the fear of delegation, breaking free from over-involvement, and why you need to build a Business Instruction Manual (BIM) to regain control of your time. Many entrepreneurs think growing means working harder, but the truth is, success lies in working smarter.

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