On this week's podcast, Carl and Lewis take a trip down memory lane as they’re joined by their first-ever boss in real estate, Sean Newman. Sean, founder and CEO of The Property Experts in the UK, shares his insights into the UK real estate industry and why he believes it’s time for the sector to move towards a commission-only model for agents. He also opens up about his remarkable recovery from a near-death accident through the power of positive thinking and reveals his ambitious goal to hire 50 agents a month over the next five years. If you’re considering a career in real estate, whether in Dubai or the UK, this is one episode you won’t want to miss.

00:00 Introduction and Initial Banter

00:24 Funny Stories and Memories

03:11 Early Career Struggles

04:49 Starting in Real Estate

06:05 Challenges and Determination

07:37 Building a Business

14:25 Franchising and Business Models

19:19 Self-Employment and Commission-Based Work

20:43 Adapting to Market Changes

25:43 Expanding the Business

32:04 Breaking Down Estate Agent Earnings

32:41 Challenges for Traditional Estate Agencies

34:27 Comparing UK and Dubai Real Estate Markets

36:34 Parenting and Personal Stories

43:30 The Importance of Goal Setting

49:50 Overcoming Life-Changing Challenges

59:47 Future Plans and Business Ventures

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