Ep 143 Why calm agents win: Health, Mindfulness & Relationships in Real Estate | Shawn Kunkler & Rory Golod

Send us Fan MailCan you build a big real estate career, stay present with your family, and still take care of your health and mind? In this episode, Shawn Kunkler,  the founder of the Homeward Associates Group out of San Francisco, sits down with Rory Golod to talk about calmness in high-pressure environments, the role of health and fitness in performance, and why mindfulness and meditation have become non-negotiable in his life and work. Rory shares how a chief of staff helps him manage an intense schedule, how COVID-19 reshaped work dynamics, and why in person interactions still matter so much for building trust and relationships. From quick breathing resets to reframing what ‘meditation’ looks like. They explore practical ways to stay grounded while leading, selling, and showing up for people you care about. They also dive into the personal side, learning music, playing guitar with family, and making space for passion projects that actually refuel work instead of competing with it. If you’ve ever felt torn between your calendar, your career ambitions, and your relationships, this conversation will give you real tools and reframes for healthier, more sustainable way to grow. You will learn:How Rory stays calm and makes better decisions in high pressure situationsPractical health and fitness habits that support performance, not just appearanceWhy COVID-19 changed work dynamics and what’s worth keeping from that eraRealistic approaches to meditation and mindfulness beyond sitting on a cushionSubscribe for more insights, share your thoughts in the comments, and connect with us for future episodes about real estate, business growth, and more.To join the Realtor180 Inner Circle waitlist please visit https://www.realtor180.com/connect-with-usSpecial thank you to Andy Bovender and his team in the Carolinas for sponsoring this episode! https://bovenderteam.com/ Get your social media, newsletter, and podcast assistance needs met at https://www.virtualwithrisa.com/Support the show𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐥 𝐄𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐚𝐜𝐡 𝐈𝐧 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐏𝐨𝐜𝐤𝐞𝐭.Most agents are tired of being busy but not productive. 𝘈𝘤𝘦 𝘠𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘋𝘢𝘺 is the 52-card deck that turns professional chaos into 15-minute sprints.Draw a card. Do the thing. Build the business you know you are capable of.𝐆𝐞𝐭 𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐭 𝐛𝐞𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐧𝐞𝐱𝐭 𝐝𝐫𝐨𝐩 𝐬𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐬 𝐨𝐮𝐭:👉 www.fifteenminutemomentum.com--Join the Waitlist for the Realtor180 Inner Circle Group  https://www.realtor180.com/connect-with-us Are you a Real Estate Agent without an assistant, then bad news... You are the assistant. To learn more about getting the help you need click the link: https://virtualwithrisa.com/About the Podcast:Realtor180 is a weekly show dedicated to connecting you to top-performing agents nationwide to learn their insider secrets for succeeding on a massive scale. Each week we discover fresh marketing ideas, business strategies, and doses of inspiration to grow your business to the next level. More importantly, we will hear firsthand from industry experts about the pitfalls to avoid making along the way.Hit that subscribe button now, grab a notebook, and learn that one thing that will help you turn your business around 180 degrees.Watch the full episode on: https://www.youtube.com/@realtor180/videosConnect with Us:Follow us on Instagram @shawn__kunklerFor inquiries and collaborations, contact us at...