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EPISODE · Apr 6, 2026 · 7 MIN

What Being “New” Actually Means

from Exam to Agent: A Year-Long Mentorship for New Real Estate Agents · host Donna Gilmore

Being new doesn’t mean you’re failing.It doesn’t mean you’re behind.It doesn’t mean you should already know how to do everything.And it definitely doesn’t mean you’re not cut out for this.In this episode, we break down what being “new” actually means in real estate:   •   Why confusion is normal in the beginning   •   What you should expect from yourself in your first season   •   The difference between being inexperienced and being incapable   •   Why new agents struggle when they expect mastery too soon   •   How to stay grounded while your skills catch upBeing new means you’re learning in real time.You’re building judgment.You’re gaining context.You’re learning how the business actually works beyond the exam.That takes time.The goal isn’t to pretend you already know everything.The goal is to keep showing up, keep learning, and keep moving.Because being new is not a weakness.It’s a season.And the agents who make it through this season are the ones who stop judging themselves for being beginners.This week, give yourself permission to be in the learning phase — without using that as an excuse to stay passive.Stay humble.Stay consistent.Stay in motion.🏡 Thinking About eXp Realty?Learn why agents choose to partner with Donna Gilmore and Jay Kinder at eXp Realty:https://thedonnagilmore.com/why-join-exp🤖 Want to become the agent clients find first in AI search?Learn more about the AI Visibility System:https://thedonnagilmore.com/ai-visibility-system

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Being new doesn’t mean you’re failing.It doesn’t mean you’re behind.It doesn’t mean you should already know how to do everything.And it definitely doesn’t mean you’re not cut out for this.In this episode, we break down what being “new” actually...

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