From Sleeping in a Van to Changing Lives: The Unconventional Path to Success with Alfie Best

In this episode, Toni interviews Alfie Best, a self-made entrepreneur and owner of Europe's largest residential park home operator. Despite humble beginnings and facing significant challenges, Alfie's determination and hard work have propelled him to great success. He shares his journey, from starting a business at a young age to almost losing it all, and how he rebuilt and expanded his empire. Alfie emphasises the importance of finding one's passion and surrounding oneself with the right team. He also discusses the stigma and misconceptions surrounding his Romani heritage and how he has embraced it to inspire others. With a focus on changing lives and a goal to become the biggest park operator in the world, Alfie's story is one of resilience, perseverance, and the power of mindset. KEY TAKEAWAYS Alfie's success is attributed to hard work, consistency, and a strong drive. Despite facing setbacks and challenges, he remains determined to achieve his goals. Alfie emphasises the importance of finding one's passion and staying true to oneself. He believes that success comes from doing what you love and being committed to it. Trust is a key factor in relationships, but Alfie takes a unique perspective. He advises not to trust blindly and encourages others to question and check for themselves. This mindset allows for personal responsibility and accountability. Fear can be a powerful motivator. Alfie admits that fear of failure and going back to a less successful state drives him to continue working hard and striving for more. Surrounding oneself with the right people is crucial for success. Alfie acknowledges the support and contributions of his team and believes that their collective efforts have played a significant role in his achievements. BEST MOMENTS "I'm an absolute nobody. I've just been lucky enough to be successful on the journey that I'm on now to this point." "Success is the journey to the destination, and that destination ends when you die." "We are the biggest park operator with 119 parks throughout the UK. We're the only national park in Europe that's ever existed." "I'm not looking to please everybody. I'm looking to please like-minded people that want to live on park home living." "Sometimes you've got to eat a lot of shit to enjoy the steak." HOST BIO Toni's journey defies the norm. Raised with a strong work ethic and a traditional career path in mind, she initially pursued a corporate job in HR after earning her degree. However, in 2015, everything changed when she attended a property training seminar. Little did she know that this event would ignite a profound passion for property investment. With her husband Chris, Toni raised millions in joint venture finance, creating a multi-million-pound property portfolio. But her story doesn't stop there. By the age of 33, she left her HR job behind to empower others to build their successful property businesses. Toni's passion for public speaking led her to become a world record holder. Beyond the accolades, she sees it as a calling to educate and inspire. Toni hosts training events and uses her "Talks with Toni" podcast to share insights, interview captivating guests, and motivate her audience.