In this episode of the Strong as F#CK Podcast, host Kenny Santucci welcomes his longtime friend, Eric Brody, a top real estate developer, to share their journeys of overcoming personal and professional challenges. Eric delves into his rise and fall in the New York real estate world, the impact of COVID-19 on his career, and how he rebuilt his life by embracing fitness, meditation, and jiu-jitsu. Kenny and Eric dive into the importance of vulnerability for growth, the power of resilience, and why cultivating a positive environment can lead to greater success. Tune in for a heartfelt and inspiring conversation on bouncing back stronger from life's toughest moments. 00:00 Introduction and Setting the Stage 01:12 Meet Eric Brody: Real Estate Mogul 03:45 The Impact of COVID-19 on Real Estate 05:01 Rebuilding and Resilience 08:47 The Power of Fitness and Mental Health 17:04 Embracing Vulnerability and Emotional Growth 19:59 Emotional Resilience and Grieving 20:51 The Power of Vulnerability in Business 23:04 Hitting Rock Bottom and Bouncing Back 23:59 Fitness as a Lifeline 25:34 The Importance of Small Wins 26:46 Facing Challenges and Overcoming Obstacles 28:56 The Value of Continuous Improvement 32:08 Navigating Business and Personal Relationships 39:15 Promoting and Wrapping Up Eric Brody is an accomplished developer and investor in New York City with nearly two decades of experience in the mid-market multifamily sector. The son of an architect, Eric has developed approximately 800 units across NYC, totaling nearly $1 billion worth of real estate. Understanding developers’ limited access to capital given the shifting real estate market, Eric founded ANAX Real Estate Partners, a real estate capital advisory firm. At ANAX, Eric leverages his deep understanding of the costs associated with commercial real estate projects to structure creative solutions across the capital stack. In addition, Eric also founded ANAX Ventures, an early-stage PropTech investment fund. Born from an unwavering belief in the transformative power of technology within the construction and development industries, ANAX Ventures identifies, tests, and invests in solutions that redefine urban landscapes. Complementing his experience, Eric is the host of the Real Tech Talk podcast where he interviews leading technologists, CEOs, and creators in the PropTech space about how their technology can affect change within the industry. To connect with Eric, click HERE To connect with Kenny, click HERE To Watch the Show on YouTube, click HERE
