Ep 149 Ep What Top Agents Understand About Trust That Others Don’t | Shawn Kunkler & Julie Grace Burke

Send us Fan MailPeople can tell. And in this conversation, Julie Grace Burke explains exactly why.In this episode of Realtor180, Shawn Kunkler, Founder of the Homeward Associates Group out of San Francisco, sits down with Julie Grace Burke, a top-producing agent in Greenwich, Connecticut, for a candid, no-fluff conversation about trust, reputation, and what actually works in real estate long term.Julie shares why authenticity can’t be faked, why chasing price points often backfires, and how experienced agents think differently about branding, teams, coaching, and client relationships. This isn’t about hacks or scripts — it’s about judgment, consistency, and playing the long game in a relationship-driven business.If you’re an agent who’s tired of surface-level advice and wants to understand how top professionals build trust, protect their reputation, and create durable success, this episode is for you.In this episode, we cover:Why clients and other agents can “tell” when something isn’t realThe difference between strategy and authenticityWhy reputation matters more than tactics in luxury marketsHow great agents think about teams, coaching, and successionWhat most agents misunderstand about branding and trustWhy there are no shortcuts in long-term successThis conversation is especially relevant for agents who want to grow sustainably, work with higher-level clients, and build a business that lasts.👇 If this resonated with you, subscribe for more long-form conversations with experienced agents who tell the truth about real estate.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...