Why You Need to "Fire Your Friends" to Reach the Summit with Michael Valdes

Are the five people you spend the most time with holding you back from your ultimate potential? In this episode of Real Estate Success, host Shaune Corbett sits down with Michael Valdes, the CEO of LPT International.Michael breaks down his incredible journey from Wall Street investment banking to scaling massive real estate brokerages. He explains why LPT Realty's agent-first models and culture have driven record-breaking growth and shares actionable advice on how agents can reverse engineer AI to dominate their local markets. Michael also opens up about the powerful philosophy behind his book, Fire Your Friends, detailing why true growth requires changing your inner circle as you elevate to new plateaus.🎧 Hosted by: Shaune Corbett🎤 Featuring: Michael Valdes, LPT InternationalMichael Valdes is the CEO of LPT International. With a background as an investment banker and former global operations leader for Sotheby's, Michael has an unparalleled track record of scaling real estate organizations. He champions agent choice, proprietary technology, and world-class culture, and is the author of the mindset book, Fire Your Friends.💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:✔️ The 9/11 Pivot: Why Michael left investment banking for real estate.✔️ Agent Choice: How LPT Realty serves agents with distinct business models.✔️ Reverse Engineering AI: How to use ChatGPT to become the top searchable agent.✔️ Fire Your Friends: Why changing your inner circle is crucial for scaling.✔️ The Power of Philanthropy: How giving back creates a mindset of abundance.📇 Connect with Michael Valdes:🌎 Website → https://www.lpt.com/📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/michaelvaldesglobal/🔗 LinkedIn → linkedin.com/in/michaelvaldes1📇 Connect with Shaune Corbett:📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/shaune.corbett/📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/shaunecorbett/🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/shaune-corbett-mba-93384623/🎗️Real Estate Success Podcast is sponsored by:Brooke and Todd Johannes with Cherry Creek Mortgage—finding the right loan to fit your life. Connect today!Elle Daniels with Texas Excel Title-a title pro who makes closings stress-free. Ken Earp, my go-to home inspector, ensuring your home is safe and sound.Scott Prendergast with PRISM Insurance Partners—a seamless way to earn commissions on your insurance referrals. Get started!Tyler Coleman with Black Tie Moving—taking the heavy lifting out of your transition home.Connect Today!⭐ Produced by Icons of Real Estate - https://iconsofrealestate.com/🔖  Don’t Forget to LIKE 👍, SUBSCRIBE 🔔 & COMMENT 💬 Below!