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agentXcel with Chris Bowers144. Londa Sherwood-Austin: Emotional Intelligence & Personality TypesOn today’s episode, I am joined by Londa Sherwood-Austin as she shares how she got started in the real estate business. We talk about how many of us begin our careers with a chip on our shoulder, trying to prove someone wrong. That mindset can be powerful for a season, but it is not sustainable long term. We dive into the emotional roller coaster that comes with owning a real estate business and being in transactions. Londa shares how developing emotional intelligence can help you navigate challenges and lead with more clarity. She also ta...2025-06-241h 00
agentXcel with Chris Bowers143. Olga Moreno YouTube Method: Reaching 1 Million Views in 1 YearOn today’s episode, Olga Moreno from Las Vegas shares how she made a bold decision early in her real estate career to launch a YouTube channel from day one. That choice quickly paid off as her channel reached over one million views in its first year and became a major source of business. Olga walks us through exactly what it takes to build a successful real estate YouTube channel. She breaks down the different channel models agents can follow, how she batches her content to stay consistent, and how she structures her week to serve clients wh...2025-06-0659 min
agentXcel with Chris Bowers142. Marite Matassa: Nurturing Relationships, Strategic Growth, and Work-Life BalanceOn today’s episode, we talk with Marite Matassa, a Southern California-based Realtor who has built a thriving referral-based business by focusing on genuine relationships and consistent value. Merite shares how she got her start in real estate during the short sale and foreclosure market of 2009 and how that experience shaped the way she runs her business today. We dive into her creative approach to marketing, including client events like pie pickup parties and Santa photo sessions, as well as her consistent communication strategy through newsletters, postcards, and social media. Merite also opens up about how she ba...2025-06-0247 min
agentXcel with Chris Bowers141. Lauren Wendt: Building W & Partners, Leadership, and CommunityIn this episode, I talk with Lauren Wedt, owner and broker of W & Partners. We dive into her journey into real estate, what inspired her to start her own brokerage, and the challenges and rewards of building it from the ground up. Lauren shares valuable insights on leadership, the demands it places on your time, and how she manages those responsibilities while continuing to grow. We also explore how she has built a strong sense of community within her company and why that community plays a vital role in the success of both her business and her...2025-05-2440 min
agentXcel with Chris Bowers140. Leveling Up With Nolan Rucker and Avo Awanesian: The Power of Accountability and Growth in Real Estate and LifeIn this episode, we shift gears from the traditional interview format to a collaborative, unfiltered conversation among friends. Chris Bowers is joined by Nolan Rucker and Avo Awanesian for a dynamic discussion that weaves together real estate, fitness, and personal growth. We dive into everything from tracking macros and staying consistent with health goals to overcoming setbacks in business and life. The conversation explores how accountability fuels results, the importance of self-awareness, and why surrounding yourself with the right people matters more than ever. You'll hear personal stories, actionable tips, and honest insights on what...2025-05-1655 min
agentXcel with Chris Bowers138. Avo Awanesian: Building A Business By ReferralIn just his second year in real estate, Avo Awanesian closed 26 transactions, driven by intentional relationships, hosting events, and a strong social media presence. In this episode, Avo breaks down how he turns new connections into closings and repeat referrals. He shares the playbook behind his events, how he markets on social media to boost listing exposure, and the strategies he uses to stay top of mind with his followers. Avo also shares his passion for teaching and his vision for leading more classes in the future. Connect with top real estate agents, gain valuable insights, and...2025-04-3050 min
agentXcel with Chris Bowers137. Brittini Bowers: Building the Bowers Team & Acquiring AssetsOn today’s episode I sit down with someone incredibly special, my wife Brittini Bowers. For the past 20 years, Brittini has played a major role in building The Bowers Team. In 2019, she made the bold decision to leave her job and take on the business full time as CEO, and it is no coincidence that the business reached the next level when she joined full time. We talk about her perspective on scaling the business, building and dismantling a team of 14, buying 20 single family homes, and leading an eXp Realty organization with 147 agents. It was fun hearing he...2025-04-191h 05
agentXcel with Chris Bowers136. Keith Riddle: Building a 150-Agent Brokerage and Investing in Real Estate On today’s episode, I’m joined by Keith Riddle from Spokane, Washington. Keith shares his journey from starting out as a solo agent to building a thriving independent brokerage with 150 agents. He eventually made the decision to merge his brokerage with eXp Realty, and he opens up about the challenges of running a brokerage and what made eXp the right fit for him. Keith also dives into his experience flipping homes and investing in real estate. He talks about how he built his company and how he encouraged his agents to adopt an investor mindset so they...2025-04-1252 min
agentXcel with Chris Bowers135: Navigating Commercial & Residential Real Estate With Daniel PapinIn this episode of the agentXcel Podcast, we’re joined by Daniel Papin, a versatile realtor with a unique blend of experience in both commercial and residential real estate. After relocating from Chicago to Arizona in 2019, Daniel made a successful transition from commercial deals to discovering a true passion for helping clients navigate residential transactions. We explore Daniel’s journey through the industry — from sourcing commercial opportunities to understanding the numbers that drive smart investing. He shares how to confidently guide clients through major decisions and explains why genuine relationships, not just transactions, are the foundation of long-t...2025-03-2148 min
Epic Agents: The Best in Real Estate033: Chris Bowers - eXp Icon Agent & Real Estate InvestorIn this conversation, Chris Bowers shares his extensive experience in real estate, discussing his journey from a young agent to a successful investor with 20 properties. He emphasizes the importance of profitability over sheer volume in real estate transactions and highlights the significance of passive income. Chris also delves into the mindset required for successful investing, the strategies he employed to build his portfolio, and the opportunities he sees in the current market. He advocates for realtors to focus on building passive income streams and shares insights on coaching and helping others s...2025-03-111h 01
agentXcel with Chris Bowers133. Chris Bowers: How Joining EXP Changed My LifeIn this episode, Chris Bowers shares his real estate journey, from starting in the industry to making the pivotal switch to EXP Realty. We dive deep into his experiences with Keller Williams, HomeSmart, and what ultimately led him to EXP. Chris reveals the challenges and benefits of transitioning, the new business models that reshaped his approach, and how he's helping other agents build successful careers. Plus, we discuss the power of community, collaboration, and recruiting—breaking down common misconceptions and the future of real estate models. Whether you’re a brand-new agent, a seasoned team lead...2025-02-281h 11
agentXcel with Chris Bowers132. Ari Jakobov: The Daily Habits Of A 21 Year Old That Closed $68 MillionSuccess in real estate doesn’t happen overnight, but at just 21 years old, Ari has already closed over $68 million in sales. In this episode, Chris Bowers sits down with Ari to break down exactly how he achieved such rapid success and what it takes to stand out in a competitive industry. Ari shares the daily habits that keep him disciplined and focused, the mindset shifts that separate top agents from the rest, and the strategies he uses to build confidence and close high-ticket deals. He also reflects on the biggest lessons he has learned throughout his journey an...2025-02-211h 16
agentXcel with Chris Bowers131. Chris Bowers : How to Build a Success Framework & Stay Focused in Real EstateIn this episode, Chris takes a deep dive into the mindset and strategies needed to maintain laser-sharp focus, navigate overwhelming ideas, and build a clear, actionable roadmap to success. He explores the power of discipline through the 75 Hard Challenge, sharing insights on how this mental toughness program can transform not just fitness but an overall approach to life and business. Beyond that, Chris breaks down the key principles of effective time management, showing how to structure the day for maximum productivity while avoiding burnout. He discusses the importance of accountability—whether it’s through mentorship, peer support, or p...2025-02-1734 min
agentXcel with Chris Bowers130. Kim LaCapra: Why Realtors Need a Strong Social Media PresenceKim was an agent in Miami who started using Instagram to build her own business. As she saw success, she was asked by her brokerage to teach other agents in the company how to do the same. It didn’t take long for Kim to realize she had a valuable service on her hands, and she soon began offering social media coaching and management to Realtors at other brokerages. Today, Kim is the owner of helloagent.social, a company that helps real estate agents master social media, particularly Instagram. She shares her expertise on why a strong so...2025-02-0851 min
agentXcel with Chris Bowers129. The Power of Authenticity in Real Estate with Betsy DiGiovanni & Shelly Albetta.In this episode, Betsy and Shelly AKA The Property Twins bring an infectious energy as they dive deep into why authenticity is the key to success in real estate. They share their journey of building a niche Facebook group, how they expanded it into in-person meetups, and the impact it's had on their business. Betsy and Shelly also open up about why they made the move to eXp Realty. They found a group of agents they define as #goals inspiring professionals running the kind of businesses they aspired to build. Seeing the opportunity to learn a...2025-01-3157 min
agentXcel with Chris Bowers128. Zach Young: Real Estate, Fitness and SobrietyIn this episode, we sit down with Zach Young, a rising star in the real estate industry, who’s making waves as the go-to Realtor in his neighborhood. Zach reveals his unique approach to staying top of mind, including how he became the admin of an existing neighborhood Facebook group and leverages it to grow his business. He also shares how his passion for health and fitness has created unexpected opportunities, helping him build meaningful connections within his CrossFit community that have translated into business success. But Zach’s story doesn’t stop t...2025-01-2456 min
agentXcel with Chris Bowers127. Melissa Massey: Building a Thriving Team and Balancing LifeIn today’s episode, I’m joined by the incredible Melissa Massey, where we dive deep into her journey of building an outstanding real estate team with a strong, positive culture. Melissa shares her insights on creating a work environment where team members truly care for each other and work seamlessly together. We also discuss the unique dynamics of having a business partner, and how to navigate that relationship to ensure mutual success. Melissa opens up about the challenges of balancing personal life with a demanding career as a Realtor, and offers practical advice for avoiding burnout whil...2025-01-171h 19
agentXcel with Chris Bowers126. Ryan Vogt: 47 Homes Sold in 2024 & His Move to eXp RealtyIn this episode, we welcome back two-time guest Ryan Vogt, who achieved an incredible milestone in 2024 by selling 47 homes in a single year. Ryan shares valuable insights, including the exact lead sources he uses and how he leverages referral sites to close more deals effectively. That’s not all—Ryan also makes a major announcement: he has officially partnered with eXp Realty. Tune in as he explains what inspired this big move and why he’s excited about the opportunities ahead. Whether you’re seeking actionable strategies or considering a brokerage change, this episode is packed wi...2024-12-2037 min
agentXcel with Chris Bowers125. Level Up: How Real Estate Leaders Set and Achieve Their GoalsIn this episode, you’ll hear from five top-producing real estate professionals as they reveal how they set their goals—and more importantly, the purpose behind them. They’ll share the strategies and mindset that drive their success, offering valuable insights you can apply to elevate your own career. If you’ve ever wondered why high achievers set the goals they do, this conversation is for you! Would you like to join a free weekly Zoom call with top producers in the real estate industry from around the country? Fill out this application to get st...2024-12-061h 41
Next Level Agents: The Kevin & Fred Show - Interviews with the best and brightest minds in the real estate industryPotluck Recruiting: How to Grow Through Community and Leveraged Relationships w/ Chris BowersA lot of people who would be exceptional recruiters don’t do it because it feels like too much of a burden. The idea of building tens or even hundreds of relationships and nurturing them just feels like too much of a logistical nightmare. And it would be…which is why it’s the wrong way to do it. If you had a recruiting strategy that was based in building community, it would be so much easier. A recruiting strategy based only on yourself is taxing and unsustainable. It’s like inv...2024-07-2252 minNext Level Agents: The Kevin & Fred Show - Interviews with the best and brightest minds in the real estate industrySigns of a Messed Up Mindset & How to Start Thinking CriticallyMaking a change, whether it’s to a belief system, a business model or brokerage is something many people won’t do, even if it would benefit them. Only people who think critically and aren’t caught up in ego are willing to shift how they see things when presented with new information. Being willing to change our beliefs publicly means people reminding us of what we believed or said before, or even being labeled as a flip flop. There’s a huge difference between an emotionally intelligent person and someone who changes with the wind...2024-02-1942 minNext Level Agents: The Kevin & Fred Show - Interviews with the best and brightest minds in the real estate industryThe Brutally Simple Reason Why You’re Not ProfitableProfit - it’s the whole entire point that we run businesses. For such a critical, and even fundamental topic, agents will talk about everything else but whether or not they are making a profit, and there’s a reason. Staying on top of your numbers requires a scary level of maturity. Whatever financial decision we make has an impact on the bottom line, and that level of responsibility is so uncomfortable, we’d rather avoid it altogether. It’s the equivalent of stepping on the scale and knowing we have to make lifestyle changes t...2024-02-1249 minNext Level Agents: The Kevin & Fred Show - Interviews with the best and brightest minds in the real estate industryHiring Screw Ups That Are Definitely Tanking Your BusinessIn the conversation about scaling our real estate businesses, systems come up a lot, but that’s not the first and most important thing. Systems come a distant second to people, because ultimately, how can we step out of specific roles and tasks if we have no one to hand them off to? Because we don’t put the necessary premium on hiring and people, we don’t get to fully experience their effect. Like cold calls, scripts, and negotiation, hiring is a skill we need to nurture, focus on and master. In this busines...2024-02-0536 minagentXcel with Chris Bowers#90: Building a Team, Luxury Listings and Managing A ScheduleIn this episode of the agentXcel podcast, we welcome Ari Jakobov, a successful real estate agent and a good friend of mine. Ari shares his journey so far in becoming a top-selling real estate agent and team leader. Ari explains his unique approach to acquiring listings by targeting expired listings and for-sale-by-owner properties. He recalls the persistence required to land his first deal and emphasizes the importance of multiple lead sources in the real estate business. We dive into the art of creating a strict schedule and the discipline needed to adhere to it, which...2024-01-1952 minNext Level Agents: The Kevin & Fred Show - Interviews with the best and brightest minds in the real estate industryThe Chris Bowers Hat-trick: Stacking Wins, Breaking Business Models & Why Working More is Actually LazyIn today’s episode, Chris Bowers returns for the third time. The last time he was on the show, it was when the market was starting to look different from the highs we saw in 2020/2021. As someone who constantly challenges himself to “break his business model” to make it bigger and better, Chris is going to share some of the changes he’s made in his life and business over the last 18 months. He shares how the showing agent model has transformed his team, what “stacking wins” means to him and why working more hours shouldn’t be our default answer...2023-08-2857 min
Real Estate Investing with Real Estate Maximalist Alan Corey105: Creating a Real Estate Retirement Plan with Chris BowersAre you setup for retirement? Our guest today, Chris Bowers built a succesful business as a realtor in Arizona but knew that if he wanted to retire early, he'd have to start investing in cash flowing properties. After making the decision to pursue properties in Oklahoma, Chris was on a flight 48 hours later to find his next investment. In a year and a half, Chris went from 0 properties in Oklahoma to 16 cash flowing properties. How did he do it? He shares the full story of how he grew his portfolio, the problems he's had to solve and h...2023-06-1443 min
agentXcel with Chris Bowers23: Repeat & Referral Marketing PlanThis week's episode I discuss my marketing and systems I use to keep in touch with my past clients. Focusing on repeat and referral clients is very important to me and our business. The marketing framework we have is weekly, monthly, quarterly, yearly and transactionally. For all these times we have a different marketing strategy that goes out to our past clients. I go over each process of what we do and what we send out at those different times. Marketing to past clients and making sure you stay in touch even when the transaction is over is very benef...2022-09-0727 min
agentXcel with Chris Bowers19: Internet Leads & Marketing with Philip PasmaOur guest this week on the agentXcel podcast is Philip Pasma. Philip runs a digital marketing company for real estate agents called Asterisk Marketing. He started Asterisk Marketing in 2017 and has been growing the business since then. Philip discusses how he got into real estate marketing and what all he does with his company to help real estate agents with leads. We also go in depth about ppc leads and how the internet leads work. This episode will give you a better idea of how to get started with internet leads. It will also help give you ways to conver...2022-08-1045 minNext Level Agents: The Kevin & Fred Show - Interviews with the best and brightest minds in the real estate industryWhy There’s a Lot More to This Business Than Production w/Chris Bowers (agentXcel special)In today’s special episode, we continue our conversation with Chris Bowers is a Realtor®️, Investor and owner of the Bowers Team, and the host of The agentXcel podcast. Chris is someone we’ve learned so much from, and it was an honor to sit down with him to talk about real estate and what we’ve learned along the way to build businesses that really make an impact. Chris Bowers is a Realtor®️, Investor and owner of the Bowers Team, and the host of The agentXcel podcast. Chris has been in real estate for over 16 years...2022-07-1140 minNext Level Agents: The Kevin & Fred Show - Interviews with the best and brightest minds in the real estate industryIs Your Business Built to Serve Who You Are? w/Chris Bowers (agentXcel Podcast Special)In this special episode, we’re featured on Chris Bowers’ podcast, agentXcel. In today’s show, Chris picks Fred’s brain and talks about his real estate journey, the pivotal decisions in building the business, his approach to leadership, and the thought process around building a business on your terms. Chris Bowers is a Realtor®️, Investor and owner of the Bowers Team, and the host of The agentXcel podcast. Chris has been in real estate for over 16 years, but he has been an entrepreneur since his teens. Today, Chris and his wife run a successful team selling...2022-07-0452 minNext Level Agents: The Kevin & Fred Show - Interviews with the best and brightest minds in the real estate industryThe Market’s Already Shifting: Here Are the Skills & Strategies We Need to Survive w/Chris Bowers and Dave ZIn today’s episode, we’re rejoined by two previous guests, Chris Bowers and Dave Z. These guys are two of the best agents and leaders in the game, and when it comes to discussing how we can position ourselves for a shift in the market, I’m excited to pick their brains. Chris Bowers is a Realtor®️, Investor, owner of the Bowers Team and host of the agentXcel podcast. Chris has been in real estate for over 16 years, but he has been an entrepreneur since his teens. Today, Chris and his wife run a successful...2022-06-1357 minagentXcel with Chris BowersGenerating Passive Income and Financial Independence through Investing with Kyle KellerIt didn’t take Kyle long after getting his real estate license to realize that if he put in the good work, it was a great way generate wealth. But he still wondered, was hard work going to be enough to give him the financial independence that he wanted for his future? My guest this week is Kyle Keller, team leader for the Kyle Keller Team, and he’s sharing with us his business superpower: generating passive income through solid real estate investment. Our conversation takes us from his early days reading Rich Dad Poor Dad between college classes, to h...2022-04-2748 minagentXcel with Chris BowersStart Here: Welcome to the agentXcel PodcastMost realtors have a superpower when it comes to running their business - one thing that they are REALLY great at. On the agentXcel podcast, Chris Bowers is interviewing some of the top-performing agents across the country as well as agents who are on the rise. Selling real estate is what we're good at, but investing in real estate is our passion.2022-03-1201 min