It's time for a late night edition of Callis Mindset with one of our most raw and unfiltered episodes yet. Kannon sits down with his brother Kutter for a personal conversation about responsibility, sales, financial independance and maintaining control as the world around us continues to spiral out of control.

Kutter shares how his background in sales has given him a unique perspective on human behavior, communication, rejection and personal growth. The brothers discuss success, AI and social media, and the future of America. Because of their close relationship, the conversation doesn't shy away from disagreement or controversial ideas, and even touches on corporate greed, economic inequality and surveillance. 

For Kutter, the answer starts with defining what you want, setting tangible goals, developing valuable skills, and working toward a future where your income isn't entirely dependent on selling your time. Kannon emphasizes personal responsibility, mentorship, and creating value as paths toward greater independence.

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Fall down seven times, get up eight. Kelli Lumsden has been up and down more times than she can count, but after a lifetime of challenges, she re-defined success: it's about so much more than what you earn. 

In this week's episode of The Callis Mindset, Kannon sits down with the U.S. Air Force Desert Storm veteran, longtime real estate professional, and Agent Services Director at Amherst Madison. She's also the founder of Operation Stay, a nonprofit dedicated to mental health and suicide prevention awareness for female veterans in the Treasure Valley. Kelli's story is one of resilience, reinvention, and service. After a childhood marked by constant change, she joined the Air Force at 20 in search of structure and discovered what she was capable of. She later built a career spanning more than two decades in real estate, but that journey included losing a construction business during the 2008 housing crash, rebuilding through property management, and eventually redefining her relationship with money, success, and purpose.

Kelli also shares the deeply personal story behind Operation Stay and her mission to connect female veterans with the resources they need to belong. Her experiences have shaped not only how she approaches leadership, but how she went on to build a successful life. Whether you're a real estate agent, entrepreneur, veteran or someone looking to connect with purpose, this conversation is a reminder that some of life's hardest seasons can ultimately change how you show up for others.

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Want to learn more about Kelli's story? Check out her book, The Breaching: Bringing Dignity Back to the Broken: https://a.co/d/09CeJ4wT

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Jaret Driskill is an entrepreneur with multiple businesses. His latest venture? Starting a family. 

In this episode of The Callis Mindset, Kannon sits down with his longtime friend and founder of Hoop Boise to talk about entrepreneurship, discipline, consistency, and life's most valuable asset: time.

As an once-aspiring coach and teacher, Jaret talks about when his mindset switched to business. His entrepreneurial spirit allowed him to pursue his passions, but Jaret also opens up about the less glamorous side of building from scratch. From juggling multiple jobs, fighting burnout and managing time to prioritize family, he says those who succeed are the ones who show up. 

Whether you're building a side hustle, considering entrepreneurship, or already in the grind of growing your own business, this episode is a reminder that success rarely happens overnight. It's built through discipline, patience, calculated risks, and the willingness to keep showing up.

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What if what's holding you back from growing your business is refusing to let go?

In this episode of The Callis Mindset, Kannon Callis sits down with Alicia Sheehan, transaction coordinator, operations expert, and real estate agent, to explore how systems, delegation, and grit create sustainable business growth. Alicia has worked her way through nearly every operational role in real estate; launching her own transaction coordination business before now building a new real estate team from the ground up.

But what is a transaction coordinator and why is it so valuable? More importantly, why are successful entrepreneurs the ones who stop doing everything themselves? It's because they build systems instead which actually allow them to scale.

Alicia also shares how she transitioned into launching a new real estate team in South Carolina, why she's intentionally building systems before adding more people, and how creating repeatable processes allows businesses to grow without sacrificing quality.

Whether you're a real estate professional, entrepreneur, operations leader, or small business owner, this conversation offers practical strategies for building a business that can grow beyond you.

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Small habits make big change.

In this episode of The Callis Mindset, Kannon Callis sits down with longtime friend Matt Tupa, founder of a seven-figure insurance agency and seasoned investor, to discuss the power of consistency, discipline, and playing the long game. Matt shares how lessons from his parents and grandfather shaped his work ethic, why he sacrificed comfort early in life to build something meaningful, and how a commitment to getting just 1% better every day has fueled more than a decade of growth. From investing his first dollars on E-trade to leading a thriving agency that has helped thousands of clients, Matt explains why wealth isn't built overnight, but built through intentional daily action.

Whether you're building a business, growing your investments, or simply trying to become a better version of yourself, this episode offers practical wisdom for creating momentum that lasts.

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What if the biggest thing holding you back from everything you want isn't strategy, but your mindset?  

In this episode of The Callis Mindset, Kannon Callis sits down with real estate coach and Amherst Madison leader Derek Schenck to explore the psychology behind long-term success. After beginning his real estate career in 2005 and coaching thousands of agents over the last 15 years, Derek has learned one thing: success isn't about having the perfect script, social media strategy, or marketing plan. It's about understanding human behavior, building discipline, and developing the habits that create consistent results. Drawing from years of coaching, NLP training, and behavioral assessments like DISC, Derek shares practical strategies for overcoming fear, creating accountability, and interacting with others. 
Throughout the conversation, Derek shares powerful mindset shifts that apply far beyond real estate. Whether you're building a business, leading a team, or simply trying to become a better version of yourself, this episode offers practical tools for creating lasting change. If you're an entrepreneur, salesperson, leader, or someone committed to personal growth, this conversation will challenge the way you think about success.

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From the basketball court to the brokerage, there are more similarities between real estate and sports than one might expect. Just ask Mike Damiata, broker for Amherst Madison and former coach/referee. 

In this episode of Callis Mindset, Mike sits down with Kannon to explain what separates the top-performing real estate agents from the ones who burn out: consistency, not talent. Drawing on his background as a basketball coach, referee, and real estate leader, Mike talks about running his brokerage like a sports team, and why the best agents approach their careers like athletes. From lead generation and conversion to culture, trust, and long-term success, this conversation dives into the mindset required to thrive in one of the most competitive industries in the world.

Mike also shares lessons from coaching athletes, training agents, and leading one of Idaho's most successful brokerages, where plain ol' hard work remains one of the most accurate predictors of success. Whether you're a real estate professional, entrepreneur, sales leader, coach, or anyone chasing long-term growth, this episode offers practical lessons on leadership, culture, consistency, and building a career that lasts.

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Can technology replace relationships in business? According to Trent Bray, absolutely not.

In this episode of The Callis Mindset, Kannon sits down with the Property Management Inc. Director to discuss the future of property management, the power of relationships, and why the most successful professionals never stop showing up. Trent shares his journey from flipping homes to now helping property management businesses across the nation improve their sales systems, operations, and growth strategies. While automation and AI continue transforming the industry, Trent argues that property management remains fundamentally a people business, and the professionals who understand that will have a major advantage moving forward.

Throughout the conversation, Trent emphasizes a simple but powerful lesson: while technology can create efficiency, relationships create opportunity.

Whether you're a property manager, real estate investor, entrepreneur, sales professional, or business owner, this episode offers practical insights on building trust, creating systems, and growing a business that lasts.

Trent Bray: https://www.linkedin.com/in/trentvbray/
The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: https://a.co/d/0aRyEyHb

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They never said becoming an entreprenuer would be easy. From expanding a thriving real estate business into multiple ventures, how do you continue to grow while avoiding burnout in the process?

In this episode of the Callis Mindset, Kannon sits down with Jonna Weber, Treasure Valley realtor, founder of the Idaho Real Estate Investing Network (R.E.I.N.), and host of the Real Estate Investing for Life podcast. She talks about building community, finding balance, and long-term vision. Jonna shares her journey from teacher and event planner to successful real estate investor, which eventually transformed into something much bigger than herself. What started as a small quarterly meetup in 2014 evolved into one of Idaho’s most recognized real estate investing communities, all built step by step.

Jonna also opens up about the seasons of entrepreneurship: the moments where she wanted to quit, the importance of resistance and resilience, and how focusing on joy and simplicity has helped her create something designed to last far beyond herself. If you’re interested in real estate investing, entrepreneurship, networking, leadership, or building a meaningful business without sacrificing your life, this conversation is packed with practical wisdom and long-term perspective.

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Leading multimillion-dollar construction projects doesn't happen overnight. In an environment where timelines, safety, budgets and people all collide under pressure, senior project manager Austin Gary joins the Callis Mindset to discuss leadership, grit, mentorship, and the mindset required to thrive.

From starting out as a grunt to leading major projects across Texas, Austin explains why construction is ultimately “a people business that happens to build things.” This conversation dives deep into the realities of leadership, pressure, ego, personal growth, and developing future talent in an industry that desperately needs strong leaders. 

Austin also shares insights from his involvement with mentorship programs like ACE, helping recruit and develop the next generation entering construction and skilled trades. Whether you’re in construction, business leadership, entrepreneurship, or personal development, this episode is packed with real-world lessons on resilience, accountability, and becoming someone others can rely on under pressure.

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