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Realty Resilience PodcastEpisode 15: Agents Who Invest: Real Strategies That WorkIn this episode of Realty Resilience, host Dave Nations sits down with three members of his own Nations Network team—Dave Stelmacki, Jim Wehmeier, and Chris Lance—to explore what it actually looks like when real estate agents step into the investing space.From wholesaling and flipping to long-term buy-and-hold and working with investor clients, each guest shares a unique approach to building wealth through real estate. They talk through the mindset shifts that helped them get started, the systems they lean on, and the lessons they've learned (often the hard way) about what it takes to succ...2025-07-2256 min
Realty Resilience PodcastEpisode14: Fail Forward & Rebuild Smarter with Kerry EllisonIn this episode of Realty Resilience, host Dave Nations sits down with longtime industry leader Kerry Ellison to talk about the challenges—and courage—it takes to rebuild. Kerry shares her journey from hitting a ceiling in production to becoming the Operating Principal of five Keller Williams branches in Central Arkansas, overseeing 300+ agents while scaling her team back to the essentials and starting over with intention.Kerry gets candid about the pain points that led her to pivot—from relying too heavily on referrals to identifying weaknesses in her models during a market shift. She dives into how sh...2025-07-0839 min
Realty Resilience PodcastEpisode 13: The Power of Starting Over (On Purpose) with Tim LandyIn this episode of Realty Resilience, host Dave Nations is joined by longtime friend and real estate entrepreneur Tim Landy. From corporate burnout to closing over $100M in production and building a thriving team in Austin, Tim shares the intentional choices—and missteps—that shaped his real estate journey.Tim opens up about leaving a successful sales job to dive headfirst into real estate, learning by shadowing, failing fast, and finding success by staying hyper-focused on relationships over cold calls. He details the highs of explosive growth (109M in team volume their first year) and the lows of t...2025-06-2445 min
Realty Resilience PodcastEpisode 12: Changing Lives, One Opportunity at a Time with Dawn KrauseIn this episode of Realty Resilience, host Dave Nations is joined by powerhouse recruiter and business builder Dawn Krause. From therapist to top-producing real estate leader, Dawn shares how she scaled a team that serves over 200 families annually, owns multiple Keller Williams market centers, and now partners with Place to drive national growth—all while staying grounded in her mission to change lives through opportunity.Dawn opens up about the pain points that pushed her to grow—from building a team out of necessity to partnering with fellow leader Tom Bosler, and eventually integrating with a national plat...2025-06-1045 min
Realty Resilience PodcastEpisode11: Building a Team That Can Run Without You with Isacc GuzmanIn this episode of Realty Resilience, host Dave Nations is joined by Isacc Guzman—a real estate leader, recruiter, and coach known for scaling teams and creating systems that thrive without constant oversight. Isaac shares the practical strategies and hard truths he’s learned while building high-performing real estate teams across California, including how he helped grow one team to over $600 million in annual sales.Isacc breaks down what it really takes to build a team that runs without you—starting with hiring for work ethic over talent, setting clear performance expectations from day one, and embracing a rigo...2025-05-2748 min
Realty Resilience PodcastEpisode10: Marketing Mindset ShiftsIn this episode of Realty Resilience, host Dave Nations sits down with marketing expert Rachel Wenzel to discuss the mindset shifts real estate professionals need to make to market themselves effectively. Rachel shares how agents can move beyond outdated strategies and embrace a modern, strategic approach to building their brand and attracting the right clients.Rachel dives into the importance of consistency, authenticity, and understanding your audience. She explains why many agents struggle with marketing and how shifting your perspective can make all the difference. Whether you're looking to refine your messaging, improve your social media presence...2025-05-1338 min
Realty Resilience PodcastEpisode09: The Secrets to Thinking Beyond the SaleIn this episode of Realty Resilience, host Dave Nations sits down with Mike Duley, a real estate agent with a unique approach to business. Mike shares how thinking beyond the transaction has helped him build a thriving real estate career and elevate his business.Mike explains how he’s used innovative strategies, including leveraging a dedicated business phone number and thinking beyond just a sale, to scale his operations and grow his client base. With nearly a decade of experience, he shares how he laid the foundation for his business long before he even had his license, an...2025-04-2953 min
Realty Resilience PodcastEpisode08: Why The Tortoise Beats The Hare in Real EstateIn this episode of Realty Resilience, host Dave Nations sits down with Lisa Magee, a seasoned real estate professional, to discuss why slow, steady, and strategic wins the race in real estate. Lisa shares how patience, consistency, and long-term relationship-building lead to sustainable success in an industry often obsessed with quick wins.She breaks down the importance of resilience, staying focused on the fundamentals, and avoiding burnout by pacing yourself for long-term growth. Lisa also dives into her personal experiences, offering practical advice for agents who want to build a lasting and fulfilling career.If...2025-04-1541 min
Realty Resilience PodcastEpisode07: Lead Like a Pastor & Sell Like a Pro with Kyle WallaceIn this episode of Realty Resilience, host Dave Nations sits down with Kyle Wallace, a successful real estate agent and coach, to discuss how to combine strong leadership with high-level sales skills. Kyle, who previously served as a pastor, shares how his background in leadership and serving others has shaped his approach to business, leadership, and selling in real estate.Kyle talks about the value of leading with empathy and building deep relationships while also mastering the art of sales to drive results. He also delves into how coaching others—especially couples in business—has helped him deve...2025-04-0138 min
Realty Resilience PodcastEpisode 06: Leverage For GrowthEpisode 06: Leverage For Growth with Katherine AeiltsIn this episode of Realty Resilience, host Dave Nations chats with Katherine Aeilts, an expert in real estate team building, about how leverage is essential for growth. Katherine dives into how leveraging systems, hiring the right people, and focusing on providing value can help you grow your business more efficiently and sustainably.She shares her experiences of transitioning from being an individual agent to leading a team and how embracing leverage—whether through people or processes—has been a game-changer. Katherine discusses common pitfalls when scaling and offers valu...2025-03-1838 min
Realty Resilience PodcastEpisode04: Motivation & The BIG WhyEpisode04: Motivation & The BIG WhyIn this episode of Realty Resilience, host Dave Nations sits down with Jim Wehmeier, the Director of Sales for Nations Network, to explore the importance of motivation and uncovering your "BIG Why" in the real estate business. Jim shares his insights on how knowing your purpose can propel you through challenges and keep you focused on long-term success.Throughout the conversation, Jim discusses how he found his motivation early in his career and how it has shaped his approach to leadership and sales. He dives into the strategies that helped...2025-02-1829 min
Realty Resilience PodcastEpisode03: Ambition & Hustle – How a 21-Year-Old Newcomer Closed 36 Deals in Year 1 with Wes LittonEpisode03: Ambition & Hustle – How a 21-Year-Old Newcomer Closed 36 Deals in Year 1 with Wes LittonIn this episode of Realty Resilience, host Dave Nations interviews Wes Litton, who shares his inspiring journey from growing up in the real estate industry to achieving rapid success as a young agent. Wes opens up about navigating the 2008 downturn, closing 36 deals in his first year at Keller Williams, and scaling his business through house flipping and launching a mortgage company.Throughout the conversation, Wes highlights key strategies like building strong partnerships, making critical hires, and leveraging data tracking. He...2025-02-0443 min