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GRIT: The Real Estate Growth Mindset Episode 163: The System Behind a Fast-Growing Team: Lindsay Stevens Exposes the Real, Real Estate FixA lot of team leaders are trying to grow right now, but very few know how to scale without burning out, losing culture, or drowning in problems that show up the moment the business gets bigger. That tension is exactly where Lindsay Stevens built her strength. And the way she talks about these challenges will make every real estate leader stop and think. On this episode of the GRIT Podcast, Brian Charlesworth sits down with Lindsay, co-owner and team leader of Stevens Real Estate, to uncover how she went from overwhelmed agent to running one o...

2025-11-2549 min

GRIT: The Real Estate Growth Mindset Episode 161: Profitable Growth in a Shifting Market: Robert Conway on Aligning Sales, Ops, and DataMany teams in real estate are struggling with how to grow without overspending on leads or losing control of profitability. At the same time, leaders are facing shifting interest rates, limited inventory, and the challenge of keeping agents productive in a competitive market. On this episode of the GRIT podcast, Brian Charlesworth sits down with Robert Conway from the Jeremy Orton Group in Idaho. Robert leads both operations and sales, giving him a unique view of how to scale while keeping systems and people aligned. Robert shares how he approached cutting le...

2025-09-3040 min

GRIT: The Real Estate Growth Mindset Episode 159: More Than Sales: Jim Amen on Building Teams and Multiple Income StreamsMany agents are feeling the pressure as deals get harder to close and the market shifts. Some are waiting for things to improve, while others are putting in the work now to get ahead. The difference comes down to skills, systems, and long-term planning. Jim Amen has lived through challenging markets before. He started in real estate during the 2008 housing crisis, first as an appraiser and later as a broker. What began as a small brokerage is now a 41-agent team in Sacramento. “You have to be willing to pivot when the market shifts,” Jim says...

2025-09-0939 min

GRIT: The Real Estate Growth Mindset Episode 158: Building a Team That Runs Without You with Brian BuckleySome teams reach a point where the leader can step out of production without losing momentum. That usually takes years, but in under five, Brian Buckley grew his team from just a few agents to 35 and positioned himself to focus solely on building the business. From his background in construction and development to leading one of the top teams at his brokerage, Brian has made systems, culture, and accountability non-negotiables. He put platforms like Sisu, Follow Up Boss, and Battr in place early, not after growth happened, but to drive it. “If I can control mortgage, title, an...

2025-08-1236 min

GRIT: The Real Estate Growth Mindset Episode 157: Scaling Without the Chase: Courtney Gauchman on Running Real Estate Like a BusinessSome real estate teams are growing even in down markets. And that is not because they have doubled headcount or dumped money into leads, but because they have doubled down on data, service, and systems. That is exactly what Courtney Gauchman, COO at Wilson Group in Massachusetts, has helped her team do. With a background in the beauty industry and over a decade of operational leadership, Courtney now leads the systems and strategy that have fueled the Wilson Group’s growth, despite navigating one of the toughest markets in recent years. And what is her ap...

2025-08-0638 min

GRIT: The Real Estate Growth Mindset Episode 156: Lead Conversion and Listing Strategy in a Shifting Market with JD ReeseWhat happens when you stop building your real estate business the way everyone tells you to and start building it around who you really are? On this episode, JD Reese shares how he rebuilt from that exact moment and what came next. He takes us inside Genuine Real Estate Group, one of the most consistent teams in Southern Utah, where 60 listings stay active and under contract, and agent turnover is nearly zero. He breaks down how they keep that kind of performance steady without burning out. From pricing strategy and emotional sellers to tracking accountability...

2025-07-2939 min

GRIT: The Real Estate Growth Mindset Episode 155: Rebuilding, Recruiting, and Real Results: Jace Gillies on Changing the Real Estate MindsetThis week on GRIT: The Real Estate Growth Mindset, Brian Charlesworth is joined by Jace Gillies, team leader at Utah Life. They talk about growth, leadership, and building a team that performs with consistency. From closing 29 deals in his first year to now leading over 90 agents, Jace shares what it looks like to scale while keeping culture intact. Jace talks about his start in real estate, coming from warehouse work and having no idea how to write a contract. A quick ask for help turned into joining a six-agent team and earning six figures in year one. “I...

2025-04-0835 min

GRIT: The Real Estate Growth Mindset Episode 152: From Shiny Objects to Sustainable Growth: Veronica Figueroa’s Real Estate PivotIn this episode of GRIT: The Real Estate Growth Mindset, Brian Charlesworth talks with Veronica Figueroa, a leader in real estate team operations and growth. Veronica shares her journey from managing a complex business that sold over 2,200 homes a year to building a streamlined, sustainable model. Veronica opens up about the challenges of scaling too quickly, explaining how a focus on simplicity transformed her team’s operations. "We realized the business was too heavy, and simplicity became our goal," she shares. Her insights into focusing on what truly matters, like clear leadership and sustainable growth, will resonate wi...

2025-01-1432 min

GRIT: The Real Estate Growth Mindset Episode 151: Leadership, Data, and Automation: How Ken Hirschmann & Brandon Verlinden Scale EffectivelyIn this episode of GRIT: The Real Estate Growth Mindset, Brian Charlesworth hosts Ken Hirschmann and Brandon Verlinden from Best Life & Co., a rapidly growing real estate team in Michigan. Ken and Brandon share their unconventional journey from managing grocery stores to leading one of the most productive teams in the state, highlighting how their background in high-accountability roles shaped their leadership style. The duo dives into their focus on agent productivity over agent count, sharing how their disciplined approach and consistent coaching have driven the team’s success. “We’ve maintained a morning call every day since...

2024-11-1241 min

GRIT: The Real Estate Growth Mindset Episode 149: Leading with Data: How Matt Smith Drives Growth and AccountabilityJoin Brian Charlesworth on this episode of GRIT: The Real Estate Growth Mindset as he talks with Matt Smith, a real estate leader whose journey from managing a small team to becoming one of the top performers in the Missouri market offers invaluable lessons in leadership, strategy, and accountability. Starting with just 8-10 agents in 2018, Matt now oversees a team of 27, but his success hasn’t come without challenges. Matt opens up about how using Sisu transformed how he tracks performance, sharing that one key metric – the appointment set-to-close ratio – helped him realize his team was missing out on...

2024-10-2245 min

GRIT: The Real Estate Growth Mindset Episode 148: Building a Real Estate Powerhouse: Steven Myers on Growth, Strategy, and SisuJoin Brian Charlesworth, founder of Sisu, as he interviews Steven Myers, the visionary owner of Urban Cool Brokerage. Steven shares his journey from corporate aerospace engineer to leading real estate investor and team owner in Wichita, Kansas. From selling his first property to growing a team of over 60 agents, Steven’s story is a testament to the power of grit and resilience. In this episode, Steven discusses the challenges of leaving a high-paying corporate career and the risks he took to follow his entrepreneurial calling. Reflecting on his decision, he says, "I saw these people in their 60s...

2024-10-0146 min

GRIT: The Real Estate Growth Mindset Episode 147: Real Estate Agents Are Losing Thousands—Shahar Plinner on How to Stop ItThis week on GRIT, host Brian Charlesworth welcomes Shahar Plinner, founder and CEO of Formations, to discuss an often-overlooked aspect of running a real estate business: taxes. Shahar brings decades of expertise in tax planning for the self-employed, particularly real estate agents and team leaders. From his roots in Israel to building one of Seattle’s top accounting firms, Shahar has always been driven by one goal—helping entrepreneurs keep more of their hard-earned money. In this insightful conversation, Shahar reveals how real estate agents can save tens of thousands of dollars annually by structuring their businesses corr...

2024-09-2539 min

GRIT: The Real Estate Growth Mindset Episode 146: When the Market Changed, So Did He: JD Reese’s Blueprint for Thriving Through ShiftsIn this episode of GRIT: The Real Estate Growth Mindset, Brian Charlesworth sits down with JD Reese, founder of The Genuine Group, one of Southern Utah’s rising stars in real estate. JD shares his evolution from selling over 1,000 homes as a builder agent to creating and leading a team that’s now ranked in the top five in just three years. How did he do it? JD credits much of his success to the systems and processes he built from the ground up. JD takes us back to when he worked long days as a builder agen...

2024-09-1042 min

GRIT: The Real Estate Growth Mindset Episode 145: When Growth Hurts: How Zach Geisendorfer Recovered from Rapid ExpansionIn this episode of the "GRIT" podcast, Brian Charlesworth sits down with Zach Geisendorfer, Director of Client Relations at FAM Realty Group, which started with five agents and is now at nearly 40 in Orange County, California. Zach shares the ups and downs of growing quickly, including the hard lessons learned about the need for solid systems and a strong team culture. “We thought we were on top of the world when we added 25 agents in two weeks,” Zach says, “but without a solid system, things fell apart fast.” This experience taught them that growth without structure isn’t sustainable. Z...

2024-09-0444 min

GRIT: The Real Estate Growth Mindset Episode 144: From Tech to Real Estate: Glen Baker on Navigating Market Shifts and Scaling UpIn this episode of "GRIT: The Real Estate Growth Mindset," Brian Charlesworth welcomes Glen Baker, founder of the MorrisAgent Team, for a conversation about growing a business when the odds seem stacked against you. Glen shares his fascinating journey from selling a tech company for $91 million to diving into real estate after a personal tragedy, driven by a passion for improving customer experience. Glen opens up about the challenges of expanding into new markets like Massachusetts, where he had to overhaul his processes without losing the "magic sauce" that makes his team successful. He explains the importance...

2024-08-2732 min

GRIT: The Real Estate Growth Mindset Episode 143: The Big Picture: Ryan Young on Surviving Market Shifts and Leveraging Technology in Real EstateThis week on the "GRIT" podcast, Brian Charlesworth is joined by Ryan Young, a third-generation real estate expert and the innovative mind behind Fello. Ryan's journey is anything but typical—from a burnt-out chef to leading a team selling hundreds of homes yearly. He looks back at how starting in a down market gave him the grit and know-how to tackle today's challenges. Ryan dives deep into the current state of the real estate market, pointing out how it can mess with your emotions if you need to be more careful. He shares his thoughts on why ag...

2024-08-2029 min

GRIT: The Real Estate Growth Mindset Episode 141: Building a Billion-Dollar Real Estate Team with George LaughtonJoin Brian Charlesworth, founder of Sisu, and George Laughton, founder of The Laughton Team. George shares his remarkable journey from entering real estate during the challenging 2007 market to building a team that handles over a billion dollars in transactions annually. George discusses the importance of identifying market opportunities and adapting quickly. He emphasizes building a strong core business while remaining adaptable to capture bigger opportunities. "Every market presents its opportunities," he says. Brian and George delve into the structure of The Laughton Team, with George explaining how he manages 250 agents across multiple locations. He describes...

2024-07-1633 min

GRIT: The Real Estate Growth Mindset Episode 140: How Desi and Tyson Williams Transformed Idaho's Real Estate MarketJoin Brian Charlesworth, founder of Sisu, as he interviews Desi and Tyson Williams, a powerhouse couple in the real estate world. They discuss their move from Orange County to Burley, Idaho, and how they turned a part-time real estate venture into a full-time success story. Desi shares her journey from starting in real estate as a stay-at-home mom in 2013, selling homes as a hobby, to making a significant career move in 2019. Her decision to go full-time in real estate was driven by the desire to dominate the Burley market, a small town with about 20,000-30,000 residents and 450...

2024-06-2030 min

GRIT: The Real Estate Growth Mindset Episode 139: How Jeff Glover Structures His Team for Real Estate ExcellenceIn this episode of GRIT, Brian Charlesworth, founder of Sisu, talks with Jeff Glover of Glover U, Michigan's #1 realtor for nearly a decade. Jeff takes listeners on a tour of his daily life, managing a high-volume listing schedule while also leading one of the top real estate coaching programs in the nation. He discusses his entry into the real estate world and how he has managed to stay on top through both booming and challenging times. At the Glover Agency, where a team of over 25 agents sells more than 1,000 homes each year, we asked Jeff about the...

2024-05-2834 min

GRIT: The Real Estate Growth Mindset Episode 138: Transforming Your Approach to Life and Business with Kelly CardenasJoin Brian Charlesworth, founder of Sisu, as he interviews Kelly Cardenas, a renowned speaker and former owner of Kelly Cardenas Salons. They discuss Kelly's fascinating journey from the beauty industry to becoming a keynote speaker and podcaster. Kelly shares his insights on the importance of focusing on people and creating a positive vibe in every interaction. Kelly explains the philosophy his father taught him: the only true business is the people business. This belief has shaped his approach to success in various industries. Kelly introduces his triangle model, emphasizing heart set, mindset, and skillset. He says, "If...

2024-05-2134 min

GRIT: The Real Estate Growth Mindset Episode 137: Peak Performance with UPGRD®: The Power of Mindset and PerceptionJoin Brian Charlesworth, founder of Sisu, and William Lam, founder of UPGRD®, as they explore the concept of upgrading the mind. They delve into William's journey with Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) and how it transformed his life and led to the founding of UPGRD®, a system designed to elevate the mental operating system of individuals worldwide. William shares the four phases of the UPGRD® process, “Resolve, Evolution, Acceleration, and Omniscience,” highlighting how each phase is crucial in helping individuals become peak performers. The conversation touches on the importance of mindset in the real estate industry, how elite performers thrive...

2024-05-1446 min

GRIT: The Real Estate Growth Mindset Episode 136: How Speedy Offers Leverages Sisu for Streamlined Real Estate OperationsIn the latest episode of the "Grit" podcast, host Brian Charlesworth shares a conversation with the team behind Speedy Offers: Coby Socher, Sharon Socher and Katy Goetz. The Speedy Offers team share their personal and professional journeys and how they transitioned to real estate investment. With diverse backgrounds, they share a unified goal of exploring untapped potential of real estate investment business. The team talks about their joint efforts that have greatly advanced Speedy Offers, stressing the need for learning, adapting, and teamwork in reaching business goals. They also discuss the integration of Sisu, a r...

2024-03-051h 01

GRIT: The Real Estate Growth Mindset Episode 135: Why Quitting After a Market Crash Isn’t the Answer - With Ieasha LarkporJoin Brian Charlesworth, the founder of Sisu, and Ieasha Larkpor, Managing Broker and owner of Thunder Team Realty, as they explore the resilience of the real estate world. All of us remember the famous crash of 2008. Well, Ieasha entered the scene right after it. Instead of backing down, she saw an opportunity, and her story on the GRIT episode is all about bouncing back. With a background in a military family and having moved from Hawaii to Germany, she mastered adaptability, which became the key to her real estate success. While market crashes can be...

2023-10-1731 min

GRIT: The Real Estate Growth Mindset EPISODE 134: Scaling Up With Beth Matthews: Four Offices, 40 Agents, and Countless LessonsWhen Beth Matthews started in real estate in 2009, she explored both residential and commercial areas. But she took a different route for a while, getting into pharmaceutical sales. However, her love for real estate pulled her back. Beth saw something missing in the Buffalo, New York, real estate market: a strong focus on excellence and customer service. Growing up, she learned the value of hard work and dedication. She wanted to bring these values into her business. Beth decided to put her clients first and offer top-notch service. This approach helped her make a name...

2023-08-2939 min

GRIT: The Real Estate Growth Mindset Episode 133: Automate and Achieve: Melanie Meier on Streamlining Real Estate ProcessesJoin Brian Charlesworth, founder of Sisu, and Melanie Meier, COO of the Atkinson Team at eXp Realty and Co-founder of Real Estate Growth Solutions, as they discuss Melanie's unique role in the Canadian Real Estate industry, sharing the intricacies of the Canadian real estate market, the transformative power of automation with Sisu, and the nuances of real estate coaching. Melanie has a sharp focus on operations and systems, she bridges critical gaps in the industry. Her team's structured onboarding, enriched by a comprehensive LMS, provides agents with a robust foundation. Training spans a spectrum, from hands-on demos...

2023-08-2233 min

GRIT: The Real Estate Growth Mindset Episode 132: Unlocking Success in Canadian Real Estate: Insights and Strategies with Kory PrinceIn this engaging episode of "Grit: The Real Estate Growth Mindset" podcast, host Brian Charlesworth sat down with Kory Prince, the successful co-founder of CountryWide Real Estate Group, Canada. The pair delve into Kory's real estate journey, discuss the unique characteristics of the Canadian real estate market, share practical business strategies, and emphasize the value of maintaining a balance between work and personal life. Kory Prince kicked off the conversation by tracing his path to real estate. He narrated his transition from a traditional role in a corporate job to his introduction to the real estate world...

2023-08-0131 min

GRIT: The Real Estate Growth Mindset Episode 131: Structuring Success: Systematic Approaches in Real Estate with Josh and Dani HamptonIn this week’s episode of Grit Podcast, host Brian Charlesworth converses with the dynamic duo of Josh and Dani Hampton, the founders of Dani Hampton Group. Sharing their entrepreneurial journey, the Hamptons disclose their lessons, strategies, and best practices for building a thriving real estate team. Josh and Dani start the discussion by highlighting the vital role of systems and processes in their business operations. They credit their efficient systems for helping them maintain a balance between business and personal life. Notably, the Hamptons have implemented a three-pronged system for business growth, encompassing lead generation, lead co...

2023-07-1836 min

GRIT: The Real Estate Growth Mindset Episode 130: Micheal St. Jean Shares The Key to Real Estate Success: Recruiting, Training, and TechnologyIn this intriguing podcast episode of the Grit Podcast, Brian Charlesworth welcomes Michael St. Jean, a real estate industry veteran and founder of Michael St. Jean Realty, based in Hamilton, Ontario. Michael takes listeners through his fascinating journey in the real estate sector, focusing on the evolution of his business, key strategies that contributed to his success, and the benefits of leveraging technology. Michael dives into the fundamental strategies that have significantly driven his company's success. The discussion begins with a profound emphasis on the critical role of a recruiting-based model in the real estate business. He...

2023-07-1150 min

GRIT: The Real Estate Growth Mindset Episode 129: Scaling Success in Real Estate: The Path to a Billion with Brett Jennings and Beth LazarLet’s jump in to this weeks episode of "GRIT: The Real Estate Growth Mindset", where we explore the intricacies of team development and leadership in the complex world of real estate. Host, Brian Charlesworth, steers an insightful dialogue with the distinguished figures in the industry, Brett Jennings and Beth Lazar. In an era where effective leadership sets the pace for success, understanding how to lead with vision and influence becomes paramount. Brett, with his profound expertise and experience, gives us an inside look into his leadership style. He stresses the importance of emotional intelligence in...

2023-05-3038 min

On The Sofa With SISU S2 EP3 - Power-housing Supply Chain - Featuring Ola KalejaiyeOla is Female independent powerhouse, has been a champion of SISU since conception, is a close confidant and is also my sister from another mister. Full of colour and character we are excited to have her on the show.

2023-05-301h 36

GRIT: The Real Estate Growth Mindset Episode 128: Revolutionizing Real Estate: Unleashing the Power of Mindset and Client Experience with Zac MuirIn an era where client expectations are at an all-time high, creating meaningful experiences and delivering unparalleled service can make all the difference in the real estate industry. As market dynamics continue to evolve, agents who genuinely understand their client's needs and adapt swiftly are the ones who will thrive. But how can agents reshape the industry standards and redefine client experience? And what role does mindset play in all this? In this episode, we delve into these questions with Zac Muir, the thriving VP of revenue, as he sits down for a chat with Brian...

2023-05-2339 min

On The Sofa With SISU SEASON 2 EP2 - Gayting!This new season of 'On The Sofa With SISU' as you know is going to be a little different...this season is all about interviews with people from all walks of life, backgrounds and industries. We're gonna get down and dirty, nitty and gritty. We want our SISUciety to gain perspectives from all angles, as many as we can conjure for you, and get a deeper insight into this space of EEI, from both a professional lens, and the 'life-of-the-every-day' for different types of people lens. We hope this will build a greater understanding for humanity all round and...

2023-05-231h 35

On The Sofa With SISU SEASON 2 EP1 - On The Sofa With Sisu & FriendsThis new season of 'On The Sofa With SISU' as you know is going to be a little different...this season is all about interviews with people from all walks of life, backgrounds and industries. We're gonna get down and dirty, nitty and gritty. We want our SISUciety to gain perspectives from all angles, as many as we can conjure for you, and get a deeper insight into this space of EEI, from both a professional lens, and the 'life-of-the-every-day' for different types of people lens. We hope this will build a greater understanding for humanity all round and...

2023-05-161h 44

SISU Podcast KAUSI 1 // 9. Mies ja hengellinen elämä // Vieraana Joona SaloSISU-podcastin ensimmäisen kauden viimeinen vieras, nuorisopastori Joona Salo avaa ikkunan, joka johtaa kuulijat kohti hengellisen elämän pohdiskeluja. Millaista on elää kristittynä miehenä? Ovatko tunteet osa hengellisyyttä? Näihin ja moniin muihin kysymyksiin pääset pureutumaan miesten matkassa kuuntelemalla jakson 9!

2023-04-2644 min

On The Sofa With SISU 113 - Family vs Community at WorkHi everyone and on the sofa with SISU this week on the Poddy, we are talking about our favourite podcasts, we touched on the male contraception. Louisa likes saying the word spoon. Weird. We discuss it. That and, Should your work be considered as your family? We talk about disclaimers and intent when asking questions and we reveal who we look up to in our space. As always, Word on the street and our Mani's of the week and we spill loads of tea, as always.

2023-04-2542 min

On The Sofa With SISU 112 - Judgement DayWelcome back to another episode of On The Sofa with SISU. This week we talk about Full-Time Mummying, we discuss the Dalai Lama debacle . We dig deeper into our E & I topic of the week of Judgement and a whole lot more! Enjoy the show!

2023-04-181h 07

GRIT: The Real Estate Growth Mindset Episode 127: How Leveraging Your Systems Can Double Your Business Every Year with Erin Catron and Heather LensIn today’s ever-evolving market, real estate teams who fail to utilize their systems properly risk being left behind and losing market share. That is why in order to scale and grow the business, and gain competitive advantage, fully leveraging systems is a must. Because with a well-integrated system, teams can streamline their operations and workflows. Thus allowing them to focus more of their time and resources on building relationships with clients and closing deals. And with the right systems in place, teams can work smarter, not harder – which will ultimately take the busi...

2023-04-1145 min

On The Sofa With SISU 111 - Disruptive disruptersWelcome back to another episode of On The Sofa with SISU. This week we look back at Olajide's 3 day wedding fun, we keep our E & I on the teachers strikes. We dig deeper into our E & I topic of the week where we examine disruptors vs disruption, all that and as per usual we answer questions from you, our SISUciety. Enjoy the show!

2023-04-111h 10

On The Sofa With SISU 110 - Can disrupting be good?Welcome back to another episode of On The Sofa with SISU. This week we inspect Louisa's hangover, unrelated, but we also discuss sniffing body odour as a means of therapy. We get into it with this weeks E&I topic of the week and dissect what it means to be a disrupter and what that means all that and as per usual we answer questions from you, our SISUciety. Enjoy the show!

2023-04-0449 min

On The Sofa With SISU 109 - Let's talk about wellbeing, belonging and being part of something.Welcome back to another episode of On The Sofa with SISU. This week we get into St Patricks Day, Kelptomaniacs and Panel Talks. We discuss the menopause and it's champions in the workplace. We get into it with this weeks E&I topic of the week which is all about Belonging and Being a part of something and as per usual we answer questions from you, our SISUciety. Enjoy the show!

2023-03-281h 12

SISU Podcast KAUSI 1 // 4. Auttamisen syvempi oppimäärä // Vieraana Juho LeppänenJaksossa neljä jo aiemmin SISU-Podcastin vieraana ollut Juho Leppänen jatkaa isäntien kanssa keskustelua aiheesta auttaminen. Voiko auttamisen filosofiaa yksinkertaisesti selittää? Tai kuinka kykenemme toimimaan toistemme parhaaksi?

2023-03-2236 min

On The Sofa With SISU 108 - Meno-PauseWelcome back to another episode of On The Sofa with SISU. This week we find out what Olajide and Louisa have been up to, they discuss Gary Lineker, they delve into cultural appropriation in the E & I topic of the week, tackle questions from the SISUciety and get into the Menopause. All this an your usual splash of fun! LINK TO NETFLIX EPISODE: https://www.netflix.com/watch/81010166?trackId=255824129&tctx=0%2C0%2CNAPA%40%40%7Cdf2e04e1-51b6-4f3d-a3f4-6d973a7bd261-143723106_titles%2F1%2F%2Fbrene%20brown%2F0%2F0%2CNAPA%40%40%7...

2023-03-211h 00

GRIT: The Real Estate Growth Mindset Episode 126: The Next Evolution of the Traditional Brokerage with Winston MurrayThe traditional brokerage model typically found its strength in individual realtors working independently to manage their clients and transactions. But with the emergence of the full-service brokerage model has proven to offer several advantages over its conventional counterpart. By providing real estate agents the autonomy in building their businesses while providing “team-like” support, these full-service brokerages are able to keep and attract those agents who approach their production and trade like a business. And in a time when big-name brokerages are becoming less relevant, the full-service brokerage is helping agents leverage their time so th...

2023-03-1542 min

SISU Podcast SISU Podcast || Teaser"Tosimies ei itke, tai niin ainakin olemme kuulleet puhuttavan." Podcast- isännät Ville Kettunen ja Jukka-Pekka Heikinmäki pureutuvat teemaan "Mitä on olla mies 2020-luvulla." Vaihtuvien vieraiden elämäntarinat tuovat myös oman mausteensa näiden pohdintojen keskelle. Nyt on aika tarttua hetkeen ja aloittaa kuuntelu miesten matkassa!

2023-02-2501 min

On The Sofa With SISU 101 - Valuing DEIThe first episode of On The Sofa with SISU. In this episode we get up to date with the news that caught our eye this week and our main topic is Equality and Inclusion in the wider world. We take questions from our blossoming Audience and we fill you in on what we're manifesting this week. Enjoy!

2023-02-141h 06

On The Sofa With SISU Welcome to On The Sofa with SISU "When you love what you have, you have everything you need""When you love what you have, you have everything you need" This Valentines we are sharing what we love ❤️, On the Sofa with SISU our #poddy full of #Emotions, #Real life situations and us tackling the everyday, and centering around the beloved topic of Equity, Equality, Inclusion and Wellbeing. With #RealPeople, we share our lives, bring in friends and family to share their thoughts and experiences. Barrels of #Laughs ,#Lols and #facial expressions. We exchange #Advice and opportunities for #CallIns. Pre warning there may be s...

2023-02-1008 min

GRIT: The Real Estate Growth Mindset Episode 122: Using Technology to Get Back to the Human Side of Business with Justin BensonReal estate is a fast-paced, constantly-changing industry and it can be challenging for some to stay on top. And in order to keep up or even outpace the competition, one would think that they might need to spend all their time working in the business. Using automation can be the answer to streamlining some of the tedious tasks that comes with running a real estate business. By using technology, agents can free up more time for themselves and spend it on building relationships with clients to move their business forward. Brian Charlesworth joins Jus...

2022-12-1340 min

GRIT: The Real Estate Growth Mindset Episode 121: Powering the Real Estate Industry Through Building Wealth with Brett TannerWhile top real estate agents may sell many homes, that doesn’t necessarily mean they have real wealth. In fact, many real estate agents today are chasing commission checks and are not focused on being truly wealthy. Building real wealth is a long-term game. And for most agents, it takes more than just selling many homes. It also takes a willingness to invest and build equity over time. Let’s explore some strategies you can implement to get scalable results and start your journey toward building your personal and business wealth. Brian Charlesworth joins...

2022-12-0631 min

Pausa Consciente 15. Mi trabajo versus mi bienestarNuestros trabajos son una parte fundamental de nuestras vidas y algo a lo que le dedicamos mucho tiempo. A veces llegamos a trabajos que nos retan y en donde necesitamos realizar ciertos aprendizajes o completar aspectos importantes en nuestras vidas. Un trabajo, un colega, un jefe, puede ser un espejo para mostrarnos cosas de nuestro interior que necesitamos sanar. En este episodio te comparto mi experiencia en los últimos trabajos que tuve antes de Sisu y los aprendizajes que obtuve de estas experiencias retadoras. Si sentís que tu trabajo no se alinea con tu bienestar o sentis que en verda...

2022-12-0333 min

Pausa Consciente 13.Rupturas: oportunidad de aprendizaje o fracaso?Casarme con enormes vacíos emocionales me llevó a la codependencia en una relación donde prioricé al otro esperando hacerlo feliz creyendo que su felicidad era mi responsabilidad. En este episodio te comparto como me olvidé de mi, me negué a mi misma en busca de aprobación y como busqué llenar mis vacíos con el trabajo.También te cuento cómo viví este proceso de duelo y todo lo que aprendí de esta experiencia que se volvió un gran aprendizaje.Si tu deseo es florecer fortaleciendo tu confianza en ti misma, síguenos en ⁠⁠⁠Sisu Biene...

2022-11-0420 min

Pausa Consciente 12. Finales Necesarios Pt. 1Los finales son difíciles, especialmente cuando después de ellos nos toca enfrentarnos a lo desconocido, algunos de ellos requieren un duelo y otros solo suceden cuando soltamos la esperanza de cambio. En este episodio, basado en el libro Finales Necesarios del Dr. Henry Cloud, hablamos de las razones por las cuales se nos dificulta enfrentarnos a ciertos finales y cómo al aclarar lo que queremos en el futuro podemos tener certeza alrededor de los finales que necesitamos en nuestra vida.Si tu deseo es florecer fortaleciendo tu confianza en ti misma, síguenos en ⁠⁠⁠Sisu Bienest...

2022-10-2117 min

Pausa Consciente 11. Decir SI a la vidaEn este episodio les comparto un poquito del libro de Joan Garriga "Decir SI a la vida". Joan dice que en las dificultades podemos abrazar el dolor sin conectar con el sufrimiento y así obtener el aprendizaje que cada dolor trae de una forma más amorosa.Me encanta que dice que el sufrimiento comienza con "debería", "tendría", "podría haber sido", "hubiera", "si tan solo" palabras que se oponen a la realidad. Entonces Joan propone contrastarlos con "quiero", "siento" y "soy".Este libro me resonó mucho porque suelo resistir mucho mis procesos de vida cuando tengo ya ide...

2022-10-0715 min

GRIT: The Real Estate Growth Mindset Episode 117: From an Agent’s Assistant to a Successful Team Leader with Trey WillardThe journey to success in building a real estate team is never a straight line. Some start off in a conventional manner, while others take on a more interesting path. And whatever path you choose for yourself, you’re bound to encounter failures along the way. But as long as you look at failures as opportunities to learn from those experiences, you will keep moving forward and hopefully impart the lessons you have learned to those who are just starting out on their own journey in real estate. Brian Charlesworth joins Trey Willard, Te...

2022-09-2740 min

Pausa Consciente 10. Me perdí. No sé quién soy.Alguna vez has sentido que hay tanto de afuera dentro de vos, hay tanto de los demás en tu vida, que ya ni sabes quién sos?Me pasó dos veces, la primera vez fue cuando entré a la universidad, me sentí perdida en un lugar donde no habían expectativas hacia mi, ni roles que ejercer. La segunda vez me perdí en una relación y un trabajo. Perdí la confianza en mí, me volví codependiente, miedosa, controladora y mi esencia se diluyo mientras trataba de complacer a otros. Este episodio es un poquito de mi experiencia, espero sea un...

2022-09-2318 min

GRIT: The Real Estate Growth Mindset Episode 116: The Unexpected Impact of Teams with Verl WorkmanA long time ago, a few people believed that teams were the future of the real estate industry. And now, the industry is starting to catch up and accept this as reality. While everyone has their opinions on what teams are supposed to be, what team members should be looking for, or what issues they are experiencing, no one has really done a study on teams using actual data. That’s why Workman Success Systems and Sisu have put together a study about real estate teams depending on the team size, generation, or positions to pr...

2022-09-2054 min

GRIT: The Real Estate Growth Mindset Episode 115: Business Lessons From Mountain Climbing with Mike NovakMountain climbing is an intense and demanding activity, both physically and mentally. Much like building a successful business. Just as climbers need to pace themselves and be strategic in their ascent, entrepreneurs also need to take a measured approach when growing their companies. In Mike Novak’s case, he was able to use his background in climbing and carry the lessons he learned from it to his life and in his business. Not only has it enabled him to push through tough times, but he also learned how to take an unimaginably large challenge, break it d...

2022-08-1633 min

GRIT: The Real Estate Growth Mindset Episode 110: How The Right Systems Help Teams Prosper in The Midst of a Recession with Jamie BledsoeThe average rate on a mortgage has recently gone up to 6%, the highest it has been since the recession in 2008. And most experts are saying that the housing market is experiencing a downturn right now. If you’re running a real estate business, it’s crucial now, more than ever, to have your business operations in check, implement automation wherever possible, and make sure that you’re making wise decisions based on true numbers and analytics. Brian Charlesworth joins Jamie Bledsoe of the Neal & Neal Team, as she shares how important it is to have the rig...

2022-06-2147 min

GRIT: The Real Estate Growth Mindset Episode 109: Falling in Love With Real Estate with Monica ReynoldsAccording to Google, the most searched job in the US today is a real estate agent. Becoming your own boss and earning substantially through commissions are just some of the things that make real estate an attractive profession to many people. Yet, if a career in real estate is that good, then why do almost 90% of agents end up leaving the industry after being in it for just 5 years or less? Finding success as a real estate agent is easier said than done. It takes a lot of hard work, discipline, and above all, you...

2022-06-1440 min

GRIT: The Real Estate Growth Mindset Episode 106: Protecting Culture At All Cost with Jack LehrEvery business has a unique culture. Some have a traditional culture that relies on hierarchy, while a common purpose drives others. Whatever culture your workplace has is critical to your business’ success. If you have a culture-based business, you need to protect your culture and keep it positive no matter what. Even if that means letting go of people and nipping the “cancer” in the bud before it spreads further. Brian Charlesworth joins Jack Lehr, President, and CEO of Tru AdvantageTeam brokered by ΓEA⅃, as they discuss how he ended up in the real estate industry...

2022-05-2430 min

GRIT: The Real Estate Growth Mindset Episode 103: From Having an Active Job to Having Passive Ownership of Everything with Jeff CohnFor most business owners, success means financial gain. And the more time and effort they put into their businesses, the more money they make. Yet, success in this business means getting more life back for some. If your business requires you to have an active role in its day-to-day transactions, it becomes your job. Business owners should aim to build a business that they can one step away from and will generate long-term passive income for themselves. Brian Charlesworth joins Jeff Cohn, Owner at kwELITE, as they talk about building businesses that will eventually require mi...

2022-04-2640 min

GRIT: The Real Estate Growth Mindset Episode 101: How to Understand People Better Through Understanding Yourself First with Jon CheplakWhat is the single most important factor to a real estate business’ growth? Is it having the best leads? Or having the best sales managers on the planet? How about having the most amazing systems and tech? While having all these would be great, none of them would matter if you don’t have people. That is why focusing on human resource, human development, and human attraction is crucial for scaling a real estate business. Brian Charlesworth joins Jon Cheplak, Real Estate Broker/Agent Speaker, Coach and Consultant at Cheplak Live and CEO of The Real Re...

2022-04-1252 min

GRIT: The Real Estate Growth Mindset Episode 100 with Spring Bengtzen, CEO and Owner of the Utah Life Real Estate Group & Associate Broker at REAL Broker LLCMost people who come into real estate think it’s going to be fun. They’ll have the freedom to earn as much as they want and have control over their schedules. Yet, soon enough they realize that to be successful in real estate, you have to work all the time. When Spring Bengtzen began to grow her business, she felt she had to be everything to everyone until eventually, she felt exhausted. She then had to decide whether she wanted to scale back or scale up. That’s when Sisu came into the picture. Sisu was...

2022-04-0635 min

GRIT: The Real Estate Growth Mindset Episode 095 with Sajag Patel, Founder and CEO of BOLD Real Estate ConsultantsEveryone has their own journey. From the outside, we can look at someone else’s journey and wonder why theirs seems easier compared to yours. Why is it that some people are more inclined to be successful, while others are doomed to fail? Yet, the most successful people are usually the ones who have the biggest challenges and go through multiple failures before they came to where they are now. As the saying goes, the success you see is only the tip of the iceberg. In Sajag Patel’s case, he had to go through struggle...

2022-02-2253 min

GRIT: The Real Estate Growth Mindset Episode 088 with Joe Herrera, Owner/Partner at Joe Taylor GroupJoe Herrera comes from a long line of alcoholics and his family lived from paycheck to paycheck. With a lack of ideal role models in his family, Joe got terrible grades and he barely finished high school. After graduation, he went on a 2-year mission with their church and this experience changed him as a person. Coming home, he knew he wanted to break those generational chains and make something of himself. He also knew he didn’t want to pursue college. Since he believed that he has a talent in sales, he decided to go into re...

2021-11-3041 min

Pausa Consciente 9. Ideas erróneas y mitos de la terapia psicológicaBuscar ayuda psicológica todavía es un tabú. "La terapia es para débiles", "Pagar para que me escuchen", "Creer en Dios es suficiente para lidiar con mis problemas"... Son ideas como estas las que nos impiden acceder a esta poderosa herramienta de autoconocimiento y bienestar. En este episodio, la psicóloga Ella López, nos ayuda a desmitificar estas ideas y a abrirnos a la oportunidad de buscar ayuda para nuestra salud mental así como lo hacemos con nuestra salud física. Si tu deseo es florecer fortaleciendo tu confianza en ti misma, síguenos en ⁠⁠⁠Sisu Bienestar Integral ...

2021-11-1959 min

GRIT: The Real Estate Growth Mindset Episode 084 with Doug Gieck, Vice President of Production at 8z Real EstateDoug Gieck was managing ice cream shops when he got headhunted as a client care coordinator for a referral business under the REMAX Alliance brokerage. He didn’t know anything about real estate then but he was able to learn his way around by making appointments for real estate agents. In 2009, the company Doug worked for started their own brokerage, 8z Real Estate. Here, he started as the manager of the client care team. Then he worked his way up each year until he became in charge of running operations for the brokerage. Today, Doug Gieck...

2021-09-2149 min

GRIT: The Real Estate Growth Mindset Episode 081 with Rivers Pearce, CEO & Co-Founder of W8lessIn 2005, Rivers Pearce started doing e-commerce and lead generation for an ad agency in Atlanta and then moved to Charleston and South Carolina. Five years later, a real estate technology startup called BoomTown was looking for someone who can do search engine marketing and Rivers joined them as their 10th employee. For almost a decade, Rivers helped grow BoomTown’s client base from 70 to well over 3000 clients by serving as their Director of Client Success, Director of Digital Marketing & Strategy. With his vast experience working with operations and team/brokerage structures as well as the var...

2021-08-3129 min

GRIT: The Real Estate Growth Mindset Episode 080 with Steve de Laveaga, Founder & CEO at Real Intelligent Sales Engagement (R.I.S.E.)Growing up, Steve de Laveaga loved playing basketball. As a high school senior, he attended basketball camps at Cal Lutheran. Due to his athletic talent, he was offered a full academic scholarship and decided to take up Communications. Through this course, he discovered that the key to creating great influence and wealth in any field is the ability to communicate your vision and passion to your network. As as he got older, he has made it his mission to make people’s lives better through his positive influence. For almost a decade, Steve was the SV...

2021-08-2648 min

GRIT: The Real Estate Growth Mindset Episode 077 with Brad Sugars, CEO & Founder of ActionCOACHBrad Sugars has been in business since he was 15 years old. He has bought, sold, or started more than 50 companies. Throughout his 3-decade career as an entrepreneur, he has become a strong advocate for building a business that works without you. Today, Brad Sugars owns 9 companies and is the CEO & Founder of the largest business coaching company in the world, ActionCOACH. He is also a bestselling author, keynote speaker, and the #1 business coach in the world. In this episode, we talked about the 5 Core Disciplines of Exponential Growth in Your Business and how his systematic a...

2021-07-2732 min

GRIT: The Real Estate Growth Mindset Episode 076 with Kevin Flaherty, Real Estate Broker @ eXp RealtyKevin Flaherty has been in the real estate business for 33 years. He was a solo agent for a very long time and used to build custom web pages for homes in the ’90s. When MLS listings went online, he was already ahead of the curve. He thought of ways to further improve web pages by adding plans and videos with narration. He then ran a team under iPro Realty Ltd. Brokerage for the past 11 years where he was the overall number one top producer for 10 straight years. Here, he offered cutting-edge real estate marketing to help sell homes...

2021-07-2046 min

GRIT: The Real Estate Growth Mindset Episode 073 with Hedda Parashos & Raquel Rivas of Palisade RealtyHedda Parashos has been a real estate agent since 2006. Eight years ago, she started Palisades Realty with 14 agents. For the longest time, Hedda didn't want to grow her business mainly because she was afraid of growth. Eventually, a third of her staff left the company and in her mind, she felt stagnant. That’s when she decided to change and do an overhaul of not just her mindset but of the entire brokerage as well. That’s when Raquel Rivas came into the picture. An in 2019, their brokerage experienced a tremendous amount of growth. Today, Hedda...

2021-06-2929 min

GRIT: The Real Estate Growth Mindset Episode 071 with Matt Mick, Team Lead at Lincoln Select Real Estate Group - Nebraska RealtyMatt Mick started his own real estate team with 5 to 6 agents. However, year after year, they noticed that their sales slowed down, with only minor growth. In order to go to the next phase of their business, they knew they needed a better way to manage things in their team. That’s when they decided to jump on with Sisu. Today, Matt is the Team Lead at Lincoln Select Real Estate Group - Nebraska Realty. From doing 130 transactions a year, they are now aiming for 500 this year. And after finishing with $50M two years ago, their closings and u...

2021-06-1541 min

GRIT: The Real Estate Growth Mindset Episode 069 with Clint & Shane Neal, Founders of Neal & Neal TeamTwin brothers, Clint and Shane Neal jumped into the real estate business right after they graduated from Texas A&M University in 2008. After spending 4 years as solo agents, they realized that although they are successful, handling everything independently has become difficult and they needed some leverage in order to take some time back to themselves. That’s when they decided to build a team. In less than three years, the Neal & Neal Team has sold more than 500 homes per year. With the right people joining their team, they now focus on growing to become great leaders. ...

2021-05-1845 min

GRIT: The Real Estate Growth Mindset Episode 068 with Brian Icenhower, CEO & Founder of Icenhower Coaching & ConsultingBrian Icenhower has been in the real estate industry for nearly 3 decades. His father was a real estate broker which got him exposed to this business at a young age. He went into law school and practiced for a couple of years until he realized it wasn’t for him. That’s when he decided to start a high producing real estate team in California and run a small boutique brokerage that later grew to a big brokerage. From then on, he opened a few more large brokerages in California and in the midwest, which he still owns today.

2021-05-1240 min

Parenting with Sisu Father SpecialToday we have a very special episode, focusing solely on the fathers’ side of Parenting with Sisu. Listen to the stories of Ville, a Finn with an expat wife, and Peter, an expat himself, and how they went through their partner's pregnancy, birth, how they have coped in their role of being a father and what it means to be a father in Finland. LINKS: Confirmation of paternity https://www.hel.fi/helsinki/en/socia-health/family/law/child-welfare-officers/paternity Paternity allowance https://www.kela.fi/web/en...

2021-04-1942 min

GRIT: The Real Estate Growth Mindset Episode 063 with Eric Forney, Broker/Owner at The Forney GroupEric used to be a full-time paint salesman where he also created customized paint colors for homes. This inspired him to venture into selling homes until he decided to upgrade his career into real estate in 2015. A year later, he was named as the #1 Selling Agent in the Ohio Valley Region. His team was also recognized as the #1 Selling KW Team in Indiana from 2017 to 2020. Since his career trajectory was pretty fast as an individual and as a team, Eric saw the need for an efficient program to train new agents to backfill his business. One of the...

2021-03-3026 min

GRIT: The Real Estate Growth Mindset Episode 058 with Eric Lowry, CEO/Team Leader of The Lowry Team at eXp RealtyEric Lowry started his real estate career in 1998 as a solo agent. As years passed, he has become “blissfully dissatisfied” in the path he has chosen and often found himself wanting to do more. He wanted to not just have a job, he wanted to build a business for himself. So in 2005, he decided to build his own real estate team. Today, Eric is the Team Leader and CEO of The Lowry Team at eXp Realty in Cincinnati. His team has built a reputation based on honest and professional real estate service. He is now considered as an in...

2021-02-2342 min

GRIT: The Real Estate Growth Mindset Episode 057 with Mahala Landin, Managing Director, Broker at Rachel Kendall TeamAfter 12 years working in the hospitality industry, Mahala had the opportunity to work for a private equity firm where she was mostly involved with project management. Several years into her role, she discovered that she could make good use of her experience in project management, her interest in real estate development and her background on experiential sales if she jumps into the real estate world. As they say, when stars align and a door opens, you have to walk through it. Which is why when she was introduced to Rachel Kendall of the Rachel Kendall Real Estate...

2021-02-1652 min

GRIT: The Real Estate Growth Mindset Episode 054 with Michael Hellickson, CEO of Club WealthMichael Hellickson has been selling real estate since 1991. At the height of his sales career, he and his team ranked as the #1 team in the country. Today, Michael is the CEO of Club Wealth®, an executive business consulting firm that offers coaching and training to business owners worldwide - and is the #1 coaching company in the team and brokerage space. Michael believes that while most people relate success to monetary wealth, there is no success in the world that can compensate for failure in the home. There are options that can provide opportunities to make more money in...

2021-01-2626 min

GRIT: The Real Estate Growth Mindset Episode 053 with Shoshana Socher, Owner/Founder of the Socher TeamShoshana Socher used to be a stay at home mom until her family went through bankruptcy in 2005. This motivated her to find ways to put money into their lives which is why she decided to get a license and start her career in real estate. Five years later, her son, Cody became her business partner and grew the Socher Team from there. Currently, the Socher Team is made up of 6 real estate agents and last year, they brought in $42.5M in sales with 166 transactions, marking 2020 as their most productive year to date. They attribute their growth and suc...

2021-01-1944 min

GRIT: The Real Estate Growth Mindset Episode 050 with Greg Flanagan, Founder of Power Onward MastermindGreg Flanagan has been in the real estate business since 2006. Prior to that, he worked for the New York Department of Corrections for 17 years where he experienced talking to people who really didn’t want to talk to him. This taught him the valuable skill of listening - which he now uses to his advantage as a real estate agent. Today, Greg is the team leader and CEO of the Flanagan Home Team LLC. He also founded Power Onward Mastermind and Coaching wherein as a growth partner, he aims to share the information he learned over the year...

2020-12-2933 min

Parenting with Sisu Bonus episode: Parenting with SisuSisu is an old Finnish term that is used to typify the Finnish spirit and is said to be integral to understanding the Finnish culture. The power of sisu is real! It helps Finns through the toughest of situations. It’s a secret ingredient that adds a kick to life! So what is it exactly, and how does it relate to parenting? Tune into our bonus episode, and get to know how we feel about sisu and how it affected us as parents.

2020-11-2707 min

Parenting with Sisu This is usWelcome to the “Parenting with Sisu” podcast! Three hosts. Three moms. Three approaches to parenting. That's us - Eleonora, Katja and Rabea!

2020-11-0227 min

GRIT: The Real Estate Growth Mindset Episode 043 with Tom Ferry, Founder and CEO of Ferry InternationalTom Ferry is the founder and CEO of Ferry International, the real estate industry’s leading coaching and training company, He is also the #1 ranked Real Estate Educator by Swanepoel Power 200, best-selling author, a highly sought-after and renowned speaker. He is often referred to as the “Gary Vee” of real estate. Let’s join Tom as he shares his insights on the most critical metrics and mindsets that will take you to your 2021. In this episode, we talked about: (2:06) What is the one thing successful leaders have in common? (2:55) What is the mindset of the be...

2020-10-2135 min

Parenting with Sisu Parenting with Sisu TeaserComing soon, to your podcast feed! Parenting with Sisu Join our hosts as they discuss everything about parenting in Finland - from personal ups and downs as international mothers, to tutorials for navigating the healthcare system. Are you a parent living in Finland, struggling to find resources? Are you considering moving to Finland, the happiest country in the world? Or did you just always want to know about Finnish parenting culture, where babies sleeping outside in the cold, porridge is required every morning, and young children ride the metro alone. ...

2020-10-0802 min

Sisu Presents: In the Key of She In the Key of She on Threads Radio Ep. 20: Jacki-EThis is a radio show, presented by Sam Warren to showcase the music and stories of female, female identifying and non-binary electronic music producers as they navigate their way through a very male dominated world. Each episode includes an in-depth, heartfelt interview with several of the guest's own productions, all rounded off with a guest mix. Our guest for Episode 20 is Jacki-E, a techno DJ and producer based in Northampton, UK. Jackie is a member of Sisu and curator and presenter of the excellent Draw the Line - a radio show that airs weekly on Radio Flintshire, features music by...

2020-10-031h 58

GRIT: The Real Estate Growth Mindset Episode 034 with Justin Nelson Business Partner and Performance Coach at Realty One Group AreteAs a teenager, Justin Nelson was always curious about who we are and why some people succeed and others don’t. Throughout his twenties, he had an amazing career yet he felt he was not living his life’s purpose. So when he turned 30, he went on a spiritual journey of self discovery that eventually led him to Tony Robbins. He became a speaker where he talked about things that matter most to him: emotional state, self image, belief system and identity. Five years later, he moved back to Utah where he settled with his wife. This is also...

2020-08-1849 min

GRIT: The Real Estate Growth Mindset Episode 033 with Spring Bengtzen CEO of the Utah Life Real Estate Group & Realty One Group Areté at Realty ONE GroupSpring Bengtzen began her career as a developer’s sales professional in on-site sales, and has expanded to general resales, short sales and foreclosures. Since 2004, she has been a top producing agent in both transactions and dollar volume in the Ogden Valley. In 2010, she received the prestigious “30 under 30”award from the National Association of Realtors and served on the board for the Young Professionals Network both locally and for NAR. Today, she is the CEO of the Utah Life Real Estate Group and Realty One Group Areté at Realty ONE Group. The Utah Life Real Estate G...

2020-08-1436 min

GRIT: The Real Estate Growth Mindset Episode 031 with Robby T, Coach & Lead Geek at Hatch Coaching and Nathan Joens, CEO and Co-Founder of StructurelyShow Notes Robby T is the Coach & Lead Geek at Hatch Coaching. He has devoted the last five years to mastering the lead conversion game. He shares his thoughts within the Leads Geeks community, his coaching clients, our team, or anyone that is willing to listen. Nathan Joens is CEO and Co-Founder of Structurely. A real estate technology company based in Ames, IA that builds Artificial Intelligence (A.I.) services for real estate businesses to scale personalized conversations with their online real estate leads via messaging. With experience in Geographic Information Services (GIS), re...

2020-07-1452 min

GRIT: The Real Estate Growth Mindset Episode 027 with Veronica Figueroa, CEO and Team Lead of The Figueroa Team at eXp RealtySHOW NOTES Veronica Figueroa, CEO and Team Lead of Figueroa Team at eXp Realty has been in the Real Estate Industry for 15 years and has grown obsessed with the business. Her initial dream was a career in Human Resources and her love for working with people has drawn her into Real Estate and used it as a platform to grow and evolve. She has also become a sought-after speaker and coach where she focuses on inspiring real estate agents to write their own stories of success. Let’s hear from Veronica on how her passion he...

2020-06-0342 min

GRIT: The Real Estate Growth Mindset Episode 025 with Ricky Cain, President of the Cain Realty Group & Cain CaresSHOW NOTES Ricky Cain is one of the top agents at the world’s #1 real estate office for units sold. Ricky is also proud to serve on the Agent Leadership Council, at the Austin Keller Williams Southwest Market Center, along with the other top producing agents at his office. Ricky and his team are responsible for remarkable numbers. They've achieved 1.5 million in GCI and just under 60 million this year. In this episode, Brian and Ricky talk about what Ricky has done to gain success in a crowed Austin, TX market, the effect Sisu has had on hi...

2020-05-1244 min

Sisu Presents: In the Key of She In the Key of She on Threads Radio Ep. 14: B.TraitsEpisode 14 of Sisu Presents: In the Key of She with very special guest B.Traits - Queen of Eclectic Beats, label boss, producer and Radio 1 DJ for 6 years. You'll hear her fabulous story and a fast, furious, filthy mix from her new alias Baby T - we're stuck indoors so there's never been a better time to tune into the radio!! B.Traits utilizes her influential position to full effect by tackling pressing issues like the need for widely accessible drug safety information, as well as fighting passionately for a rich and progressive club scene in the UK. Her latest...

2020-04-1900 min

Sisu Presents: In the Key of She In the Key of She on Threads Radio Ep. 13: LP GiobbiLP Giobbi (like the Italian... gee-oh-bee) is a "producer-DJ-music director-synth warrior goddess born in Oregon and based in LA". She's also our guest on Episode 13 of Sisu Presents: In the Key of She! 13 is a number traditionally associated with feminine power and energy and OMG that sums LP! This show is one of the most fun and uplifting shows we've produced - bassy, jazzy, piano house and an incredible "tits out" enthusiasm for life (her words, but now mine!!) When she’s not collaborating or touring with the likes of Sofi Tukker, Jax Jones, Hotel Garuda or Autograf, she’s co-f...

2020-04-1900 min

Sisu Presents: In the Key of She In the Key of She on Threads Radio Ep. 10: PsibindiSisu Presents: In the Key of She is stoked to bring you our first psytrance artist - Psibindi. Having cut her psychedelic DJ teeth on the squat party scene, she's been producing dance music for near on ten years, but singing and songwriting since the age of 13! Founder of female collective, platform and record label Psy-Sisters, Psibindi also heads up a five-piece band that's been described as reminiscent of an 'Asian Prodigy'. As usual Sam Warren will be chewing the fat with Psibindi, playing the whole range of her musical creations and we'll end with an up for it mix...

2020-04-1800 min

Sisu Presents: In the Key of She In the Key of She on Threads Radio Ep. 9: Johanna BramliSound designer, composer, producer of weird and wonderful sonic textures, Johanna Bramli joins Sam Warren for Episode 9 of Sisu Presents in the Key of She. Hear about Johanna's solo project, the all-female, sonic installation choir 'The Larsens' (I have no real idea how to describe them!!) and her fantastic electro-pop band Fröst who I have fallen head over heels in love with. She also chats to Sam about life as a music tech lecturer and why she co-founded MAMI - 'Mamas across the music industry'. All this plus a load of eclectic, beautiful, infectious electronic music! @dovetail_uk @threadsradio

2020-04-1800 min

Sisu Presents: In the Key of She In the Key of She on Threads Radio Ep. 8: Tracie Storey aka 10SUIEpisode 8 of Sisu Presents: In the Key of She with very special guest Tracie Storey, aka 10 Sui - the 'First Lady of Breaks'. Tracie has over 20 years experience in the industry, breaking through in the early 2000s as one of the hottest breaks DJs and producers of the time. With releases and residencies with TCR and Ninja Tune Tracie is no stranger to the life of an international professional DJ, regularly playing all over the world throughout the noughties. But her story takes a fascinating twist as she downed tools behind the decks to train as a Vibrational Sound Therapist...

2020-04-1800 min

Sisu Presents: In the Key of She In the Key of She on Threads Radio Ep. 7: Summer Special with Sam WarrenEpisode 7 of Sisu Presents: In the Key of She with Sam Warren Some updates from the project and a summer mix from Dovetail featuring all gals on the DAWs... exclusively female producers and/or remixers to go with your poolside sundowners! @Dovetail_uk @threadsradio

2020-04-1700 min

Sisu Presents: In the Key of She In the Key of She on Threads Radio Ep. 5: Charles Audley, Noisily Festival ExclusiveA special episode of Sisu Presents: In the Key of She discussing how Noisily Festival addressed the male dominance of their line-up for the 2019 festival. Charles Audley (co-founder of Noisily) and Sam Warren talk all things gender and society, the show previews tracks from some of the female identifying producers who will be playing at the festival in 2019and ends with a guest mix from Snowdrop (Maia Snow) @maiasnowdrop

2020-04-1700 min

Sisu Presents: In the Key of She In the Key of She on Threads Radio Ep. 1: Sarah MillerThe first in a series of radio shows hosted by Threads Radio and produced by Sam Warren and Sisu. Showcasing music and stories from female electronic music producers in a range of genres, and across the globe, the shows are part of an academic research project to investigate gender diversity (or lack of) in technological, creative industries through a case study of electronic music production. Find out more at www.inthekeyofshe.org Sarah Miller Born and raised in the former Soviet Union, classically trained musician Sarah Miller has been composing and producing music since the age of 15. Making the move...

2020-04-1700 min

GRIT: The Real Estate Growth Mindset Episode 023 with Doug Gieck, Vice President of Production at 8z Real EstateSHOW NOTES Doug Gieck is a real estate professional specializing in operations and production for 8z out of Colorado. His efficiency has led to the success of 8z with 2665 transactions last year, 1.27 billion in volume, and 150 agents! In this episode, Brian and Doug discuss how to ensure your business survives during COVID-19, the things you should be doing to hold your team accountable, and how Sisu has helped his business! In this episode, we talk about… 3:20 - Doug gives insight on how his business survived in 2008 when most people were going out of...

2020-04-1435 min