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What if one decision, one brave yes, could shift the entire direction of your life? In this episode of The INNER Estate Podcast, Bridget Stuart sits down with Alicia Shepherd to talk about the transformative power of embracing opportunity, choosing courage, and saying yes even when life feels chaotic.

Alicia opens up about her journey through motherhood, seasons of overwhelm, and building a thriving career in commercial real estate. She shares how reflection and self awareness have shaped her path, and how saying yes has continually expanded what's possible. Together, they explore what it means for women to lift their own lids in the industry, redefine leadership, and build legacies rooted in resilience, creativity, and empowerment.

Episode Highlights

• Saying yes can lead to unexpected opportunities and growth
• How chaos and motherhood shaped Alicia's perspective on success
• The courage required to "lift your own lid" and move past limits
• Breaking barriers for women and diversity in commercial real estate
• Why reflection and self-awareness are key to professional evolution
• The three types of courage and how to practice them daily
• What it means to build a legacy through leadership and empowerment
• How to change the narrative in your industry and in yourself

Books Mentioned in This Episode

To Sell Is Human: The Surprising Truth About Moving Others by Daniel H. Pink

The Four Tendencies: The Indispensable Personality Profiles That Reveal How to Make Your Life Better (and Other People's Lives Better, Too) by Gretchen Rubin

Guest: Alicia Shepherd

Alicia Shepherd is the Vice President of KW Commercial, Founder & Lead Trainer of Nucleus Commercial, and CEO & Co-Founder of LAUNCH CRE Network. With a background that bridges the music industry and commercial real estate, Alicia has built a career focused on empowerment, education, and opportunity. Her programs have helped hundreds of agents scale their businesses while cultivating courage, creativity, and inclusion across the industry.

Connect with Alicia:

Website: www.aliciashepherd.com

Instagram: @askaliciashepherd

Facebook & LinkedIn: Alicia Shepherd

TikTok: @AliciaShepherd_CRE

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Host: Bridget Ann Stuart

Bridget Ann Stuart is an executive strategic performance real estate coach and host of The Inner Estate podcast. With 27 years in the business, she's known for her deep commitment to personal development, business mindset, and helping real estate professionals grow with purpose. 

Connect with Bridget:

Website: therealbridgetstuart.com

Instagram: @therealbridgetstuart

Facebook: @TheRealBridgetStuart

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