EPISODE · Apr 29, 2026 · 29 MIN
The Reality Behind Reality TV Real Estate, with Selling Sunset's Maya Vander
from Disrupt, For Good · host Dylan Gaitman
From juggling three kids and a booming real estate career to starring on Selling Sunset, Maya Vander shares what it really takes to succeed in one of the most competitive industries in the world.In this episode, Maya opens up about building her career from scratch in both LA and Miami, the realities behind reality TV, and the balancing act of growing a business while protecting your reputation. She gets candid about burnout, boundaries, and why success today looks very different from when she first started.This is a grounded, no-BS conversation about playing the long game, staying true to yourself, and building a career that actually supports your life—not consumes it.Key Takeaways:1. Real estate is a long game—not a highlight reelWhat you see on TV isn’t the full story. Behind the glamour is years of grinding, side jobs, and slow momentum before things click.2. Protect your reputation over short-term attentionMaya intentionally avoided drama on TV because her real business—and credibility—mattered more than fleeting fame.3. Success evolves (and it’s more practical than you think)For Maya, success isn’t private jets—it’s financial stability, freedom, and being able to support her family while doing meaningful work.Guest Details:Maya Vander - Real Estate Agent and Star of Netflix's Selling Sunset - https://www.mayavander.com/Follow the Host:Follow Dylan for more conversations and insights @disrupt4goodpod @dylan.gaitman
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From juggling three kids and a booming real estate career to starring on Selling Sunset, Maya Vander shares what it really takes to succeed in one of the most competitive industries in the world.In this episode, Maya opens up about building her career from scratch in both LA and Miami, the realities behind reality TV, and the balancing act of growing a business while protecting your reputation. She gets candid about burnout, boundaries, and why success today looks very different from when she first started.This is a grounded, no-BS conversation about playing the long game, staying true to yourself, and building a career that actually supports your life—not consumes it.Key Takeaways:1. Real estate is a long game—not a highlight reelWhat you see on TV isn’t the full story. Behind the glamour is years of grinding, side jobs, and slow momentum before things click.2. Protect your reputation over short-term attentionMaya intentionally avoided drama on TV because her real business—and credibility—mattered more than fleeting fame.3. Success evolves (and it’s more practical than you think)For Maya, success isn’t private jets—it’s financial stability, freedom, and being able to support her family while doing meaningful work.Guest Details:Maya Vander - Real Estate Agent and Star of Netflix's Selling Sunset - https://www.mayavander.com/Follow the Host:Follow Dylan for more conversations and insights @disrupt4goodpod @dylan.gaitman
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