Episode 7: The Gem of Gens - Gen Trew, the General Manager Who Gives It All

In this powerful and refreshingly honest episode, the team sits down with Genevieve Trew, the dynamic and deeply respected General Manager at Harcourts Property Centre. Gen opens up about her early days in real estate, her relentless work ethic, and the personal challenges that shaped her leadership journey. With heart, humour, and a no-BS attitude, she reflects on what it really means to lead from the front — balancing vulnerability with strength, strategy with intuition, and pressure with purpose. This is a must-listen for anyone who values real talk, real resilience, and real leadership in the real estate world and beyond.⏱️ Episode Breakdown0:00 – Welcome: Three Goats & The Property Guys Sam and AB kick things off with energy and cheek — introducing Gen as today’s guest and the behind-the-scenes GOAT of HPC.3:15 – What Gen Really Means to the Team The boys reflect on how Gen's presence transformed the business — from bringing structure to keeping them accountable (and slightly terrified).7:50 – Gen Finally Gets the Mic She opens up about being both challenged and championed by the team — and why she “just shows up” every day with heart and hustle.10:40 – Real Talk: Burnout, Boundaries & Passion Gen speaks candidly about her tendency to put others first, how that’s shaped her leadership style, and the price of emotional labour in high-performance teams.14:30 – From Work Experience to General Manager Her journey from cleaning offices and filing leases to leading a multi-office team — and the deep drive that kept her moving forward.21:05 – Proving People Wrong (the Right Way) Gen shares how early adversity — and being underestimated — lit a fire in her to outwork, outcare, and outlast the expectations placed on her.25:40 – The Drop Bear Analogy 🐨 A hilarious but accurate description: soft on the outside, lethal with standards. Why everything is a “level 10” issue — and why it should be.30:00 – Switching Off & Star Wars Escapes From Geordie Shore to gaming and deep Star Wars lore, Gen talks about how she protects her mental space — and why her home is her sanctuary.33:00 – Rapid Fire Goat Questions 🔥Tune in to hear Gen's favourite Star Wars character, comfort food, island survival partner, and quote to live by.35:30 – Why People Thrive at HPC Gen delivers a passionate pitch for why Harcourts Property Centre is different — focused on people, purpose, and delivering what’s promised. 💬 We're building a community of GOATs — thanks for being part of it. 🎧 Subscribe to One Goat and the Property Guys for more real conversations and elite insights. 🌐 Need property advice or just want to connect? Visit 👉 www.propertycentre.au