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COURAGEOUS CONVERSATIONS
by Elite Agent
Real Estate News, Leadership & PropTech for Agents | Elite Agent
Episodes
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How Kristen Porter Built A Different Kind Of Real Estate Law Firm
How to build systems to protect your business for the long term. The post How Kristen Porter Built A Different Kind Of Real Estate Law Firm appeared first on Elite Agent.
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Courage and Career Change: Angela Avgerinos’ Inspiring Journey
After a successful 13-year career in sales, Angela Avgerinos made the unexpected decision to walk away from selling. But rather than leaving real estate behind, she found a new way to make an impact, helping agents succeed from the sidelines. The post Courage and Career Change: Angela Avgerinos’...
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The Trust Factor: What’s Really Disrupting Real Estate in 2025
Barry Plant CEO Lisa Pennell explains the importance of personal relationships in today's technology-focused market. The post The Trust Factor: What’s Really Disrupting Real Estate in 2025 appeared first on Elite Agent.
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From Dancing with the Stars to Real Estate: How Entertainment Skills Created a “Standout Brand”
“I started looking on the internet about garden gnomes and they're like mystical creatures that protect the home. And I thought, what a really nice notion for owners to feel like we're protected, we're looked after.” The post From Dancing with the Stars to Real Estate: How Entertainment Skills...
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Turning your name into a winning real estate brand: Michelle Champion
How did a near-miss in early strategy lead to Michelle Champion starting her own groundbreaking business? The post Turning your name into a winning real estate brand: Michelle Champion appeared first on Elite Agent.
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Leading Out of Loss: Michael Nitschke’s Path to Reviving a Family Legacy
When Michael Nitschke took over the family business at just 30 years of age after the sudden passing of his parents he discovered a business deeply in debt with only six weeks of cash left. The post Leading Out of Loss: Michael Nitschke’s Path to Reviving a Family Legacy appeared first on Elite...
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Stepping Up to the Plate: Michael Crossland on Turning Adversity into Opportunity
In today's real estate industry, professionals face numerous challenges - market fluctuations, client expectations, and economic pressures. To succeed, developing resilience, adapting to change, and maintaining a positive mindset is essential. The post Stepping Up to the Plate: Michael Crossland…
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Lisa Britcliffe: From real estate to self-discovery and back again
Surrogacy is a journey filled with hope and anticipation. So is starting a real estate agency, or any business, from the ground up The post Lisa Britcliffe: From real estate to self-discovery and back again appeared first on Elite Agent.
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Grant Jupe: 10 lessons from a Journey Through Surrogacy, Parenthood, and Entrepreneurship
Surrogacy is a journey filled with hope and anticipation. So is starting a real estate agency, or any business, from the ground up The post Grant Jupe: 10 lessons from a Journey Through Surrogacy, Parenthood, and Entrepreneurship appeared first on Elite Agent.
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Breaking barriers: Melinda Kirby on tackling challenges head-on, revolutionising work-life harmony, and empowering women to lead and succeed
From standalone agent to industry leader, Melinda Kirby breaks through barriers with a blend of fierce strategy and genuine care, setting new standards for women in real estate. The post Breaking barriers: Melinda Kirby on tackling challenges head-on, revolutionising work-life harmony, and...
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Back on track: Grant Turner on overcoming health hurdles, resilience in real estate and an inspiring cycling comeback
In the face of life's most daunting challenges, some individuals not only persevere but also emerge stronger, wiser, and more compassionate. Grant Turner's story is a testament to the transformative power of resilience. When confronted with a sudden and serious health condition, he refused to let...
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From Trauma into Triumph: Mel Thomas’ Mission to Empower the Next Generation
Imagine a world where every young person is empowered with the skills, confidence, and resilience to face life's challenges head-on—this vision drives Mel Thomas and the transformative KYUP! Project. The post From Trauma into Triumph: Mel Thomas’ Mission to Empower the Next Generation appeared...
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Fearless leadership: Rebecca Halton on pioneering growth, empowering your team and embracing wellness
In a realm where tradition sometimes stifles innovation, Rebecca Halton shatters the mould, pioneering a unique blend of team empowerment and wellness in real estate, turning a career curveball into a triumph of managing a staggering 2500 properties. The post Fearless leadership: Rebecca Halton…
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From receptionist to real estate trailblazer: Nicole Katsivelas on leadership essentials, mastering company culture and overcoming self-limitations
Imagine transforming from a front desk receptionist to a high-flying partner and head of department at leading Victorian agency Jellis Craig. The post From receptionist to real estate trailblazer: Nicole Katsivelas on leadership essentials, mastering company culture and overcoming…
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Courageous Conversations: Christine Ewin’s proven strategies for mastering real estate, navigating setbacks, and reclaiming the top spot
With 22 years of experience under her belt, Christine Ewin reveals how resilience, adaptability, and spot-on people skills made her a force to be reckoned with. The post Courageous Conversations: Christine Ewin’s proven strategies for mastering real estate, navigating setbacks, and reclaiming the...
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Courageous Conversations: How Jonny Warren turned adversity into his greatest teacher
When Jonny Warren was homeless and struggling to get his life on track after battling drugs in his 20s, he never imagined he would one day lead a team of 13 as director of one of Canberra’s fastest-growing real estate agencies. The post Courageous Conversations: How Jonny Warren turned adversity...
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Courageous Conversations: Laura O’Reilly reveals how she is helping people with disabilities have a fighting chance at a normal life
Laura O'Reilly’s always been incredibly passionate about helping those around her who haven't had an easy path in life. The post Courageous Conversations: Laura O’Reilly reveals how she is helping people with disabilities have a fighting chance at a normal life appeared first on Elite Agent.
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Courageous Conversations: Mike Green talks about passion and purpose and why you need something to drive you
Five months into his retirement, Harcourts Managing Director, Mike Green knew he wasn’t living his best life. The post Courageous Conversations: Mike Green talks about passion and purpose and why you need something to drive you appeared first on Elite Agent.
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Courageous Conversations: Romany Brooks on how to handle people saying no and the importance of community
BresicWhitney sales agent, Romany Brooks is passionate about real estate and her community, with a strong ethos of building a positive culture wherever she goes. The post Courageous Conversations: Romany Brooks on how to handle people saying no and the importance of community appeared first on...
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Courageous Conversations: Nathan Casserly talks “shared leadership” and tackling hard times beyond the business world
How Nathan Casserly restructured his business and why going into “Superman mode” isn’t always the right thing to do as a leader The post Courageous Conversations: Nathan Casserly talks “shared leadership” and tackling hard times beyond the business world appeared first on Elite Agent.
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Courageous Conversations: Avi Khan on how to empower your team by fostering leadership from within
In a short space of time, Avi Khan has been able to create one of the fastest-growing agencies in Brisbane, driven by his personal leadership style. The post Courageous Conversations: Avi Khan on how to empower your team by fostering leadership from within appeared first on Elite Agent.
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Courageous Conversations: Nicole Davidson on how to stop seeking external validation and start developing your emotional self
Navigating your way through life and in the process trying to find yourself, are some of the biggest challenges we all face. The post Courageous Conversations: Nicole Davidson on how to stop seeking external validation and start developing your emotional self appeared first on Elite Agent.
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Courageous Conversations: Anna Cavill on launching your real estate career in your 40s
With all the demands that real estate puts on you, it can be difficult to start a career as an agent later in life. The post Courageous Conversations: Anna Cavill on launching your real estate career in your 40s appeared first on Elite Agent.
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Courageous Conversations: Kate Smith on dealing with setbacks and overcoming rejection
Much like a professional athlete, real estate is a high-performance activity that rewards the people who are prepared to work harder and never give up. The post Courageous Conversations: Kate Smith on dealing with setbacks and overcoming rejection appeared first on Elite Agent.
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Courageous Conversations: Renee Reynolds on building a property management business that puts the client first
Fifteen years ago, Renee Reynolds was told that a standalone property management business would never work. The post Courageous Conversations: Renee Reynolds on building a property management business that puts the client first appeared first on Elite Agent.
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Courageous Conversations: Amanda Tate on tackling the regional housing crisis head on
The housing crisis across the country is hitting all rungs of society, but for the most vulnerable people in regional areas, it’s reached crisis levels. The post Courageous Conversations: Amanda Tate on tackling the regional housing crisis head on appeared first on Elite Agent.
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Courageous Conversations: Clarence White on how embracing imperfection transformed his career
Auctioneer Clarence White has been crowned the best in his field, but he's the first to admit it's been a long journey of rejections and close finishes to get to where he is today. The post Courageous Conversations: Clarence White on how embracing imperfection transformed his career appeared…
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Courageous Conversations: Jet Xavier on bringing mental health battles out into the open
High-performance coach Jet Xaiver has had a long career having difficult conversations with business leaders and elite agents to try and get the best out of them. The post Courageous Conversations: Jet Xavier on bringing mental health battles out into the open appeared first on Elite Agent.
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Courageous Conversations: Hayley Van de Ven on the hard choices that took her from receptionist to industry leader
With four RE/MAX offices to her name, Hayley Van de Ven is rightly regarded as a real estate success story. The post Courageous Conversations: Hayley Van de Ven on the hard choices that took her from receptionist to industry leader appeared first on Elite Agent.
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Courageous Conversations: Why Tanja Neven-Jones will never let her past be bigger than her future, and why real estate success is all about giving back
As one of OBrien Real Estate’s top performing sales agents, Tanja Neven-Jones has enjoyed a career of incredible highs. It’s also had its fair share of devastating lows. The post Courageous Conversations: Why Tanja Neven-Jones will never let her past be bigger than her future, and why real estate...
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Courageous Conversations: How Corissa Sorbello got up, showed up and created her best life
Like a lot of women, Refurb to Invest Chief Executive Officer Corissa Sorbello goes by a few titles. She’s a mum, business owner, entrepreneur and fitness enthusiast, who concedes it’s a balancing act to fulfil all those roles well. The post Courageous Conversations: How Corissa Sorbello got up,...
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Courageous Conversations: Charlotte Pascoe on saying yes to opportunity, parking the self-doubt, and the lessons she’s learned as CEO of Stockdale and Leggo
Stockdale and Leggo CEO Charlotte Pascoe never imagined heading up a major real estate group. In fact, she says if you’d put that idea to her even a few years ago, she would have laughed at the prospect. The post Courageous Conversations: Charlotte Pascoe on saying yes to opportunity, parking the...
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Courageous Conversations: The surprising story of Scott Bateman’s journey from high school dropout to Harvard alumni and Kolmeo CEO
Kolmeo’s Scott Bateman could quite rightly be described as among the smartest minds in any real estate room. He’s Harvard educated, quick as a whip and a firm fan favourite when it comes to all things business and property management. The post Courageous Conversations: The surprising story of…
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Courageous Conversations: How Jen Baird tapped into feedback and tough conversations to shift careers to become an industry leader
As the CEO of the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand, Jen Baird firmly believes in having tough conversations when they matter. The post Courageous Conversations: How Jen Baird tapped into feedback and tough conversations to shift careers to become an industry leader appeared first on Elite Agent.
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Courageous Conversations: How Sadhana Smiles broke through real estate’s glass ceiling and why she’s encouraging the industry to change the workplace conversation
As one of the industry’s first female CEOs, Sadhana Smiles vividly recalls a time when the real estate industry had a glass ceiling. The post Courageous Conversations: How Sadhana Smiles broke through real estate’s glass ceiling and why she’s encouraging the industry to change the workplace...
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Courageous Conversations: How Harriet Saunders changed perspective, created a thriving career, and encouraged others to operate ‘above the line’
[powerpress] There’s more than one way to look at any situation. Change can be seen as opportunity, or it can evoke fear. Failure might be viewed as the chance to learn and grow, or it can be something that defines you and holds you back. How you see any scenario depends on your perspective, says…
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Courageous Conversations: How Ellen Bathgate overcame a tenant assault, why it’s not a one-off and how the real estate industry should respond
No property manager should feel threatened or in danger simply doing their job, but anecdotal evidence suggests some do. The post Courageous Conversations: How Ellen Bathgate overcame a tenant assault, why it’s not a one-off and how the real estate industry should respond appeared first on Elite...
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Courageous Conversations: How Leona Watson parked the perfectionism; decided what to ‘do, be and have’; and built a successful business
What do you need to ‘do, be and have’ to take the next step in life – whether that’s in your career, your business, or in your personal life? The post Courageous Conversations: How Leona Watson parked the perfectionism; decided what to ‘do, be and have’; and built a successful business appeared...
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Courageous Conversations: How Louise Barton created a successful real estate career in Sydney with mindset, self-belief, and a commitment to customer service
Imagine moving halfway around the world to restart your real estate career from scratch. The post Courageous Conversations: How Louise Barton created a successful real estate career in Sydney with mindset, self-belief, and a commitment to customer service appeared first on Elite Agent.
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Courageous Conversations: Emma Brown-Garrett on finding your niche, the power of a great mentor and why her career has only just begun
[powerpress] Looking back on a 20-year real estate career, Sydney auctioneer Emma Brown-Garrett has two key pieces of advice: have the patience to find your niche and seek out someone who will mentor and believe in you. Emma notes it wasn’t until both these elements fell into place that she found...
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Courageous Conversations: How Anna Neelagama became the industry’s greatest advocate, and why she has single licensing, the PM skills shortage and sector recognition firmly in her sights
When Anna Neelagama took on the position of Chief Executive Officer of the Real Estate Institute of Australia, little did she realise a pandemic would promptly see her plunged into unchartered real estate waters. The post Courageous Conversations: How Anna Neelagama became the industry’s greatest...
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Courageous Conversations: How Nigel O’Neil uses servant leadership to engage his team, change culture, and improve business results
Having led some two of the industry’s best known real estate groups to success, it might come as a surprise to hear Barry Plant Chief Executive Officer Nigel O’Neil say he was a ‘terrible leader’ when he first started out as a business turnaround expert more than 20 years ago. The post Courageous...
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Courageous Conversations: How Laura Valenti stepped up to tackle domestic violence in the face of a changing property management sector
When it comes to domestic violence, there are few people with as much access to what happens behind closed doors as a property manager. The post Courageous Conversations: How Laura Valenti stepped up to tackle domestic violence in the face of a changing property management sector appeared first…
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Courageous Conversations: How Kathryn Ford turned illness into empowerment and why your mind is the most important real estate you will ever manage
What one thing would you change in your life right now which would make the greatest difference to your future? The post Courageous Conversations: How Kathryn Ford turned illness into empowerment and why your mind is the most important real estate you will ever manage appeared first on Elite Agent.
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Courageous Conversations: How Rebecca Wiener McGregor blends hypnosis, mindfulness and breathing to create a master wellbeing mindset
Rebecca Wiener McGregor is widely regarded as one of the best hypnotists and money mindset mentors in the US. Renowned for her spiritual practice and gratitude meditation, she has empowered the lives of thousands of people to achieve their vision and purpose. The post Courageous Conversations…
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Courageous Conversations: How Kylie Maxwell embraced unexpected leadership, bounced back from burnout, and built a sought-after business
When successful agency owners Kylie Maxwell and her husband Jason sold their business in Queanbeyan, New South Wales last year, many in the industry were surprised. The post Courageous Conversations: How Kylie Maxwell embraced unexpected leadership, bounced back from burnout, and built a...
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Courageous Conversations: How Nicole White brought her events business back from the brink and why music can be the key to both team building and wellness
While the real estate industry might have stood at a precipice of unknowns during Covid-19, the entertainment and events sector was forced into total freefall. The post Courageous Conversations: How Nicole White brought her events business back from the brink and why music can be the key to both...
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Courageous Conversations: How Virginia Brookes went from burnout to balance, and the benefits it offered her business
It’s easy to get so caught up in the day-to-day activity of being in real estate that you can overlook other areas of your life. The post Courageous Conversations: How Virginia Brookes went from burnout to balance, and the benefits it offered her business appeared first on Elite Agent.
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Courageous Conversations: Lara Moro on finding your niche, knowing your worth, and stepping outside your comfort zone
[powerpress] After starting in off-the-plan sales aged 21, Lara Moro has enjoyed a highly rewarding and successful 30-year career in real estate that unites her expertise in marketing and sales. Along the way, she has worked with some of the country’s best known hi-rise developers. But that…
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Courageous Conversations: Sherrie Storor on why the show must go on and how agents can achieve success without the hustle and grind
Sherrie Storor is widely regarded as one of the best coaches in the industry. Renowned for her can-do attitude and positive mindset, she has worked hard, achieved success as an agent, lost it all then reinvented herself to emerge as a sought-after real estate coach. The post Courageous...
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