Episodes

Feb. 27, 2025

The Importance Of Mindset For Real Estate Professionals • Athena Brownson

Athena Brownson talks about her background as a Colorado native, former competitive skier, and how she ended up with a career in luxury real estate. Athena talks about resilience and personal challenges, including her chronic Lyme disease. Athena also talks about her power of visualization and how she applied it in both her skiing and real estate career. Last, Athena talks about balancing health and career, and the importance of self-care, structure, and delegation. If you’d prefer to watch thi...
Feb. 26, 2025

How Not To Seem Cheesy/Salesy In Videos • Video Boot Camp for Real Estate Professionals • Kim Rittberg

In this episode Real Estate Video Coach Kim Rittberg talks about the 2 factors that make you seem cheesy/salesy. Kim gives examples of what to avoid when recording a video. Last, Kim talks about how to actually make video that will bring you business. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube! Sign up for Kim’s “5 Videos Every Real Estate Agent Must Make to Sell More Homes“. Follow Kim on Instagram. Subscribe to Kim on YouTube. Listen to Kim’s 5 minute mini-master...
Feb. 22, 2025

Becoming #1 In Her Market In Just 10 Years • Lindsey Harn

Lindsey Harn talks about her background and how she started her career in real estate. Lindsey discusses the importance of building strong partnerships and referral relationships. Next Lindsey talks about winning listings in a low inventory market and also handling tough client conversations. Lindsey also discusses the reality and challenges of being a top producer in real estate. Last, Lindsey discusses the importance of having a strong digital presence as an agent. If you’d prefer to watch th...
Feb. 21, 2025

Why Top Real Estate Agents Tell Client NOT To Buy/Sell • Luke Jorwic

Luke Jorwic talks about his background and early career in real estate. Luke discusses millennial homebuyers, their needs and agent adaptation to meet these needs. Luke also talks about client relationships, networking and the importance of building professional relationships. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube! Get your seat to our February Seminar “Gear Up For the Spring Market” on February 25th for free using the promo code ‘Podcast’ here. Luke Jorwic can...
Feb. 20, 2025

How To Use LinkedIn To Get More Biz In 2025 • Jarred Talmadge

Jarred Talmadge talks about his background and journey with LinkedIn. Jarred discusses the power and benefits of using LinkedIn for real estate agents and how to build an effective LinkedIn profile and presence. Jarred also talks about leveraging LinkedIn for business growth and lead generation and shares strategies for creating engaging LinkedIn content. Please check out Jarred’s book “The LinkedIn Real Estate Agent” here and check out his classes here. If you’d prefer to watch this interview,...
Feb. 19, 2025

Is Commission Pressure Real? • Unpopular Real Estate Opinions • Chris Linsell

Welcome to our monthly feature Unpopular Real Estate Opinions with Chris Linsell. In this episode, Chris and DJ discuss commissions and commission pressure in the real estate industry. Chris talks about the impact of the Clear Cooperation Policy on commissions and the potential exodus of low-performing real estate agents due to commission compression. Chris also discusses the opportunities for high-performing and mid-market real estate agents. Last, Chris talks about the increasing age of first...
Feb. 14, 2025

100+ Sales Per Year As A Solo Agent Only Three Years In Biz • Nick Harris

Nick Harris talks about his background and transition into real estate. Nick talks about his successful first year in real estate, closing around 80 transactions primarily working with investors. Nick also discusses his strategy for transitioning from working with investors to primary homebuyers and sellers, and the differences in approach. Next, Nick describes his comprehensive client relationship management strategies that bring him success. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here...
Feb. 13, 2025

February Webinar Announcement – Free For Listeners! • D.J. Paris

We are excited to announce that our live summit for February is scheduled for February 25, 2025! We have amazing speakers lined up to help provide all the tools you need for your best spring: Gearing Up For The Spring Market, Strategic Business Planning and Leveraging Social Media Video! Remember this month you can use the promo code ‘Podcast” for free participation. Learn more about the event here.
Jan. 31, 2025

Save Hours On Every Transaction With A.I. • Better Your Business With Ben • Ben Lalez

Welcome to our newest series Better Your Business With Ben. In this episode, Ben Lalez talks about his approach to business, team expansion, and his focus on agent training and development. Ben talks about leveraging AI, specifically ChatGPT, to improve business efficiency and performance. Ben also shares practical applications of ChatGPT in real estate. Last, Ben discusses his Content Club service for creating and managing social media content for real estate agents and other businesses. If y...
Jan. 31, 2025

How To Crush The Competition With Title Knowledge • Cassidy Ecklund

Cassidy Ecklund talks about her background and her transition from a title agent to real estate agent. Cassidy also talks about her first year as an agent and her performance. Cassidy also talks about her unique marketing strategies that help her build her business and relationships. Last Cassidy talks about her goals and future plans in growing her business. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube! Cassidy Ecklund can be reached at (715) 560-2955. This episode i...
Jan. 30, 2025

How To Crush It On Video in 2025 • Kim Rittberg

This episode is the third session of our “Mastering Real Estate in 2025: The Blueprint to Become a Top Agent Seminar” with Kim Rittberg who talked about the biggest mistakes people are making with video right now. Kim also talked about how agents can immediately bring in leads and more sales through video and social media. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube! Sign up for Kim’s “5 Videos Every Real Estate Agent Must Make to Sell More Homes“. This episode is br...
Jan. 29, 2025

What Happens In A Real Estate Coaching Session? • Brent Scott

This episode is the second session of our “Mastering Real Estate in 2025: The Blueprint to Become a Top Agent Seminar” with Brent Scott who coached live an agent. Brent uses the concept of the 12-week year and The Agent Wheel as a tool to coach Nick Harris. You can download the Agent Wheel here. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube! This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.
Jan. 28, 2025

290M in 2024 – How An Agent Had His Best Year In A Down Market • Greg Pekarsky

This episode is the first session of our “Mastering Real Estate in 2025: The Blueprint to Become a Top Agent Seminar” with Greg Pekarsky talking about how he made 2024 his best year ever with 290M in closed sales. Greg also talks about what he’s doing to make 2025 even better for his business. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube! This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.
Jan. 23, 2025

Meet The Agent Who Is Taking On N.A.R. • Lou Eytalis

Lou Eytalis talks about her journey into real estate and how she built her brokerage. Lou discusses her issues and concerns with the National Association of Realtors (NAR), including their overreach of authority, mandatory membership requirements, and the recent lawsuit settlement. Lou also talks about the potential threat of technology and AI disrupting the real estate industry, and the need for agents to make themselves indispensable. Last, Lou talks about her legal actions against NAR, includ...
Jan. 22, 2025

How to Start Showing Up & Stay on Camera • Video Boot Camp for Real Estate Professionals • Kim Rittberg

In this episode Real Estate Video Coach Kim Rittberg talks about how to start showing up and stay on camera. Apply asap for Video Boot Camp, only 3 spots left! Live small group coaching program that takes the overwhelm, nerves and stress out of video making! Get confident on camera, learn what to make and then make it together in this small group program. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube! Follow Kim on Instagram. Subscribe to Kim on YouTube. Listen to Kim’...
Jan. 20, 2025

Webinars Are The Path To More Business • Melanie Everett

Melanie Everett talks about being an introverted real estate agent and the challenges/benefits of that. Melanie discusses her approach to building her brand and company’s brand identity. Melanie talks about her strategy of writing client stories and hosting home buying seminars to attract clients and also the evolution of her home buying seminar strategy over the years. Last, Melanie describes the traits she looks for when hiring agents and building loyalty on her team. If you’d prefer to watch...
Dec. 30, 2024

TikTok Star & 30 Under 30 NAR Winner • Kina De Santis

Kina De Santis talks about her background in tech and how she applies that experience in running her real estate brokerage. Kina talk about her “high touch” approach to client service and how she is constantly refining her team’s processes. Kena also describes how she uses the “startup accelerator” model to provide individualized coaching and support for her agents. Last, Kina discusses how she uses the help of virtual assistants to proactively address client needs. If you’d prefer to watch thi...
Dec. 27, 2024

Why EVERY Home Listing Needs Staging • Trisha Lee

Trisha Lee talks about how she got into the home staging business. Trisha discusses the benefits of home staging for real estate agents, including increased perceived value, faster sales, and a higher return on investment. Trisha also shares specific home staging tips and mistakes to avoid in different rooms of the home, such as the entryway, dining room, living room, and kitchen. Last, Trisha talks about the role of aesthetics and creating an emotional connection with buyers through professiona...
Dec. 27, 2024

Why Relationships Are Your Most Important Daily Activity

Mary-Anne Gillespie talks about the trends she sees with her clients when planning for 2025. Mary-Anne discusses the importance of building relationships and how to build business by reaching out to people. Mary-Anne also discusses social media and connection to people and shares ideas on how to reach to you sphere 55 times every year. Last, Mary-Anne discusses how much time should an agent spend in lead generation activities. Please follow Mary-Anne on Instagram here. If you’d prefer to watch...
Dec. 23, 2024

How To Use AI To Make Better Content For Real Estate • Video Boot Camp for Real Estate Professionals • Kim Rittberg

In this episode Real Estate Video Coach Kim Rittberg talks about how to use AI to create the best content to grow your real estate business. Kim also talks about how AI can hurt your business if not used correctly and how to avoid that. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube! Get your seat for our first ever Live Event The Blueprint to Become A Top Agent In 2025 here. To grab Kim’s free download “5 Videos Every Agent Needs to Sell More Homes” – click here. Foll...
Dec. 12, 2024

3 Videos You Can Make During The Holiday Season • Video Boot Camp for Real Estate Professionals • Kim Rittberg

In this episode Real Estate Video Coach Kim Rittberg will talk about 3 videos you can make during the holiday season that will help your business grow in 2025. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube! Get your seat for our first ever Live Event The Blueprint to Become A Top Agent In 2025 here. Grab her free 10 tips to video that sells more homes + bonus ‘Get Confident On Camera’. Follow Kim on Instagram. Subscribe to Kim on YouTube. Listen to Kim’s 5 minute mini...
Dec. 11, 2024

LIVE EVENT! The Blueprint to Become A Top Agent In 2025 • D.J. Paris

We are excited and proud to announce that our first live event for listeners is scheduled for Jan 7, 2025! We have amazing speakers lined up to help provide all the tools you need for your best year ever: Lead Generation, Leveraging Social Media Video, and Strategic Business Planning! Learn more about the event here. This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks.
Dec. 5, 2024

How To Become An Top Producer In A Rural Market • Jenny Sommerlot

Jenny Sommerlot, a realtor specializing in rural real estate in Malacca, talks about her journey and strategies for success. Jenny emphasizes the importance of community involvement, consistent social media posting, and detailed buyer consultations. Jenny also highlights her approach to setting client expectations, including discussing commission structures and market conditions. Last, Jenny discusses her plans for 2025, including focusing on personal deals and acquiring new builder clients. If...
Dec. 2, 2024

The Top Authority On Residential Real Estate Trends • Jack Miller

Jack Miller talks about how he got into the real estate business. Jack discusses the value that real estate agents provide to consumers and how they need to better demonstrate and communicate that value. Jack also discusses the impact of the NAR settlement on agents, especially buyer’s agents, and how they are adapting to the changes. Jack talks about the role and trends around dual-career vs single-career real estate agents, and how brokerages can support different agent types. Last, Jack discu...