With more than 5 years of experience as a landlord, Athena Dobson made the leap from her stable corporate position two years ago to pursue her passion as a full-time property investor. Since then, Athena has overseen numerous businesses and property portfolios, dedicating herself to sharing her wealth of knowledge and expertise to aid and educate others on their own journey to success. Through her mentorship program, Athena actively engages with individuals of all genders, offering guidance and support to all aspiring entrepreneurs. In addition to this, Athena also hosts the Girls in Property podcast & events crafted to inspire and empower women in this male dominated industry. Through her array of platforms, Athena strives to inspire both seasoned professionals in the property industry and newcomers alike, to encourage them to recognise their inherent potential and foster a strong belief in their ability to achieve any goal they set their sights on. Summary In this episode, Rosalia interviews Athena Dobson, a property coach and investor, about the importance of diversity in the property industry and Athena's journey into property investing. They discuss the challenges and fears that both men and women face when investing in property and the need for experienced mentors to guide them. Athena shares her experience of transitioning from a corporate job to full-time property investing and the importance of building a power team of professionals in the industry. They also discuss Athena's coaching and mentorship program and the upcoming Girls in Property retreat. Takeaways Diversity in the property industry is crucial for making informed decisions and learning from different perspectives. Both men and women experience doubts and fears when investing in property, and having an experienced mentor can help overcome these challenges. Building a power team of professionals, such as a property tax accountant, conveyancing solicitor, and mortgage broker, is essential for successful property investing. Athena's coaching and mentorship program focuses on aligning lifestyle and values with property investment strategies. The Girls in Property retreat provides a supportive and empowering environment for women in the property industry to network and learn from each other. Don't forget to Like, comment and subscribe! You can also connect with Rosalia and Manuka Media here: Instagram - @manukamedia Instagram - @rosalialazzara LinkedIn - ⁠linkedin.com/in/manukamedia⁠ Website - ⁠www.manukamedia.co.uk⁠