This week, Linda McKissack and Dana Gentry talk wtih Steven and Erica Gendel about their personal and professional journeys, highlighting the challenges they faced while raising their medically fragile son, Joshua. They discuss how these experiences shaped their approach to real estate, emphasizing the importance of humor, resilience, and effective communication. The Gendels also share innovative strategies for navigating the real estate market, including the use of reverse offers and the significance of building relationships with clients, particularly seniors. They conclude with advice for agents facing personal challenges and their future goals in coaching and mentorship.

In this lively catch-up episode, co-hosts Linda McKissick and Dana Gentry reconnect after several weeks apart to swap travel stories and talk about the evolving real estate landscape. Linda shares details from her recent French Riviera cruise, complete with jazz performances, entrepreneur guest speakers, and unexpected lessons from astronauts and restaurateurs. She also reflects on her time in Paris, her love for quaint Saint-Tropez, and the differences between Paris and London. Meanwhile, Dana recounts speaking at a women’s leadership retreat at Bolt Farm Treehouses in Tennessee, describing its inspiring founders and the power of faith and persistence in entrepreneurship.

In this episode of Everything Life and Real Estate, Linda McKissick and Dana Gentry share powerful insights from a recent John Maxwell High Capacity Leadership session featuring Brad Lomenick, author of H3 Leadership and host of the H3 Leadership Podcast.

Brad revealed 9 key trends shaping today’s entrepreneurs, and Linda and Dana break down each one with practical examples, stories, and their own perspectives from the field.

In this episode, Linda McKissack and Dana Gentry share some of their recent experiences, books they’re reading, and lessons they’ve been learning. Linda highlights John Acuff’s All It Takes Is A Goal explaining how focusing on past wins and small, consistent steps can unlock momentum when pursuing goals. Dana talks about her family’s “digital fast,” the health insights she’s gaining from Dr. Josh Axe’s Eat Dirt, and practical ways to reconnect with healthier daily habits. The conversation wraps with Dana’s session with Rory Vaden, who emphasized that the difference between mainstream entrepreneurs and those who break through is having a clear calling, building a strategy, and executing relentlessly.

In this episode, Linda McKissack and Dana Gentry talk with Ashley Willis, a real estate agent turned children's book author. Ashley shares her journey from a love of homes to writing a children's book about moving, titled 'The House Hunt.' The discussion explores the importance of following dreams, the challenges of entrepreneurship, and the impact of her book on families navigating the moving process. Ashley emphasizes the need for open communication between parents and children during transitions and shares her future plans for a series of books aimed at helping kids feel involved and heard.

In this episode, Linda McKissack and Dana Gentry dive into an eye-opening lesson from Joe Polish’s newsletter about ownership, opportunity, and creating space in our lives. From the metaphor of buying a ghost town to the dangers of chasing races we don’t really want to run, Linda and Dana reflect on how entrepreneurs often sabotage themselves by piling on too much. They explore why alignment and the right partners matter more than anything, how FOMO drives many of our choices, and why the willingness to let go—sometimes even of things that once served us—is key to transformation. 

In this episode, Linda McKissack and Dana Gentry reflect on their recent Mega Camp trip, sharing insights on the actionable content presented by various speakers. They discuss the importance of community, health, and nutrition, emphasizing the need for vulnerability and self-awareness in leadership. The conversation also touches on the growing role of AI in real estate and the significance of building meaningful relationships. The hosts conclude with thoughts on personal growth and the value of chasing failure as a means to success.

In this episode, LindaMckissack and Dana Gentry talk with Dr. Benjamin Hardy, who discusses his journey from a turbulent childhood to becoming a successful author and psychologist. He shares how a transformative missionary experience inspired his passion for writing and personal growth, leading to a PhD in organizational psychology, fostering and adopting three children, and eventually publishing bestselling books like Willpower Doesn’t Work, Personality Isn’t Permanent, and several co-authored works with Dan Sullivan (Who Not How, The Gap and the Gain, 10X Is Easier Than 2X). 

In this episode, Linda McKissick and Dana Gentry discuss the challenges and strengths associated with ADHD, featuring guest Jess Webber. Jess shares how to harness ADHD as a superpower, utilize technology for organization, and create effective structures for success. The conversation emphasizes the importance of community support, understanding dopamine's role in motivation, and strategies for managing ADHD effectively. Jess shares insights on knowledge retention and introduces her upcoming masterclass focused on time management and productivity for individuals with ADHD.

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In this conversation, Dawn Cazedessus shares her inspiring journey from growing up in a trailer park to becoming a successful CEO and author with Linda McKissack and Dana Gentry. She discusses the importance of grit, purpose, and the lessons learned from failure. Dawn emphasizes the significance of mindset and the influential figures in her life who helped shape her path. The conversation also highlights her new book, 'Trailer Park CEO,' which focuses on leadership cornerstones for women in business, and the importance of community and mentorship.