Let’s talk business, marketing & words of wisdom 💼🔥 In this inspiring episode, Jay Baysden shares the journey of turning a small side hustle into a thriving business built through hard work, faith, and perseverance. What started in 2007 with nothing more than a real estate sign while working at Fort Eustis quickly grew into something impossible to ignore. Just two years later, Jay took a leap of faith into full-time entrepreneurship—beginning a marketing journey that started with simple phone book advertising and evolved into nearly two decades of growth and experience 📈✨ This episode is packed with real stories, business lessons, and motivation for anyone building a dream from the ground up. From taking risks to learning through every stage of growth, Jay’s journey is a reminder that success often starts with one small step 💡🔥 Connect with Jay Basdon: 📧 Email: [email protected] 📞 Phone: 757-879-1827 🌐 Website: http://www.baycomm1.com 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jay.baysden 📲 Connect with Mandy The Real Estate Broker: 🌐 Website: https://www.mandytherealestatebroker.com/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AmandaMWalshRE

Welcome back to another episode of Let’s Talk Business, Marketing & Words of Wisdom!

Have you ever felt like, despite closing deals and making more money than ever before, that background financial stress just doesn’t go away? You know how to find clients and close transactions, but no one ever taught you how to manage irregular income, plan for taxes, or build real stability behind the scenes. It’s easy to fall into the trap of thinking, 'I just need one more closing.' But what if more revenue isn't actually the solution? As the saying goes: 'More revenue alone does not create peace. Financial systems do.'

To dive deep into how women can build high-earning, sustainable businesses while maintaining true balance and peace of mind, we are joined today by an extraordinary industry leader: Karen Cooper!

Welcome back to another episode of Let’s Talk Business, Marketing & Words of Wisdom! Have you ever felt like, despite closing deals and making more money than ever before, that background financial stress just doesn’t go away? You know how to find clients and close transactions, but no one ever taught you how to manage irregular income, plan for taxes, or build real stability behind the scenes. It’s easy to fall into the trap of thinking, 'I just need one more closing.' But what if more revenue isn't actually the solution? As the saying goes: 'More revenue alone does not create peace. Financial systems do.' To dive deep into how women can build high-earning, sustainable businesses while maintaining true balance and peace of mind, we are joined today by an extraordinary industry leader: Karen Cooper! Karen is the Founder and CEO of Empowering Women in Real Estate®, a thriving national community of over 41,000 members, as well as the podcast host and author behind the same movement. Licensed since 2002, she has personally guided over 700 clients and leads the Platinum Group Real Estate Team in Northern Virginia, which has achieved over $1.8 billion in sales. Beyond being an investor, speaker, author, wife, and mom of three, Karen is passionate about helping women build careers rooted in authenticity, creativity, and purpose. In Episode 18: The Power of Women in Real Estate, we talk about overcoming financial anxiety, shifting from doubt to possibility, and creating systems that turn hard work into long-term freedom. Get comfortable and let’s dive into this inspiring conversation with Karen Cooper!

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Connect with Karen Cooper:

Website: empoweringwomeninrealestate.com

Email: [email protected]

Facebook Group: Empowering Women in Real Estate Group

Instagram: @karen.w.cooper

Connect with Mandy The Real Estate Broker:

Website: mandytherealestatebroker.com

Facebook: AmandaMWalshRE

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Listings to Leads: Get a 21-day free trial for real estate CRM and web tools.

Real Bricks: Explore fractional real estate investing.

Let’s talk business, leadership & words of wisdom 🌸

In this heartfelt episode, Regina Rose shares how real estate is about so much more than buying and selling homes—it’s about guiding people through life’s biggest transitions with compassion, confidence, and care.

With over 20 years of experience in architecture, property management, and business leadership, Regina brings a thoughtful, people-first approach to every client she serves. As a trusted Realtor®, community leader, and senior advocate, she helps families navigate downsizing, home sales, and new beginnings with clarity and peace of mind 🤝✨

Known for helping couples “dance through closings,” Regina’s calm leadership and genuine passion for helping others make this episode inspiring, encouraging, and full of valuable wisdom for both entrepreneurs and real estate professionals 💃🏡

Book Recommendation

Connect with Regina Rose:
📧 Email: [email protected]
📞 Phone: N/A
🌐 Website: N/A
📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1C6gJPvh2F/?mibextid=wwXIfr

📲 Connect with Mandy The Real Estate Broker:
🌐 Website: https://www.mandytherealestatebroker.com/
📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AmandaMWalshRE

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➡️ Champagne & Real Estate Tee
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Kelly is a results-driven real estate professional and industry leader known for her resilience, integrity, and commitment to growth. Passionate about education, ethical standards, and leadership, Kelly serves on multiple local and state real estate committees while building a business focused on long-term wealth, impact. She is passionate about fostering professional growth. Above all, Kelly is a mother of two who leads with authenticity and a commitment to mentorship and service.

Connect with Kelly Liedtke:
📧 Email: [email protected]
📞 Phone: 757-699-1145
🌐 Website: http://www.wesellhamptonroadsva.com 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KLiedtke86 https://www.instagram.com/crushrealestate.va/ 📲 Connect with Mandy The Real Estate Broker: 🌐 Website: https://www.mandytherealestatebroker.com/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AmandaMWalshRE Get my FREE checklist for Small Business Owners Not sure where to show up online to give your business the most exposure? Drop your email for a free checklist on everywhere you need to be to be found by your ideal customer or client. ➡️ https://www.mandytherealestatebroker.com/free-checklist Explore my favorite business & personal development books: ➡️ Champagne & Real Estate Tee
Host your website, podcast, email campaigns & courses on Kajabi 21 Day Free Trial of Listings to Leads  Real Estate Website and CRM  Real Bricks - Discover investing in fractional ownership  Amazon Faves  💡 This episode may contain affiliate links. Your support helps keep the podcast going—thank you!

Angie Gauthier of Inspire You Agency, Five Rings Financial
📕 https://amzn.to/4qXPQjM
📧 Email: [email protected]
📞 Phone: 757-618-0055
🌐 Website: InspireYouAgency.com
📱 Social Media:
Facebook: Inspire You Agency
LinkedIn: Angie Gauthier
Instagram: @‌inspireyouagency_5rf
💼 Profile: Executive Vice President at Five Rings Financial. Leader of Inspire You Agency with over a decade of experience in financial services.
🏆 Recognitions: Top 1% agent at Five Rings Financial. Top 1-2 in Virginia for over 12 years. MVP and Top Builder in Virginia for 2 consecutive years. LOVE Award 2023 recipient at Five Rings Financial. Top 50 Women Leaders of Virginia Beach 2024 (Women We Admire).
📊 Specialization: Financial education for high-achieving professionals. Creates pressure-free strategies for financial stability.
💬 Philosophy: "Never above you, never below you, always beside you."
📍Virginia Beach.

Get my FREE checklist for Small Business Owners
Not sure where to show up online to give your business the most exposure? Drop your email for a free checklist on everywhere you need to be to be found by your ideal customer or client.
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Explore my favorite business & personal development books:
➡️ https://www.amazon.com/shop/mandytherealestatebroker/list/6JVBJOFGIDG6?ref_=aipsflist
Champagne & Real Estate Tee
Host your website, podcast, email campaigns & courses on Kajabi
21 Day Free Trial of Listings to Leads 
Real Estate Website and CRM 
Real Bricks - Discover investing in fractional ownership 

In this episode of Let’s Talk Business, Marketing & Words of Wisdom, Mandy The Real Estate Broker sits down with seasoned entrepreneur Owen Littlewood, owner of Bust-A-Bug, to talk about what it truly takes to build a sustainable and scalable business.

An entrepreneur since 2008, Owen shares the lessons he’s learned over nearly two decades in business, including:
✔️ Why systems and processes are the backbone of growth
✔️ How to envision your future business and reverse-engineer your path to it
✔️ The power of consistency in building a brand that lasts
✔️ The mindset shifts every entrepreneur must embrace to succeed

Owen’s practical wisdom is a must-hear for small business owners, aspiring entrepreneurs, and anyone looking to build something that lasts.

Book Recommendation Profit First

Entrepreneurs' Organization

Connect with Owen Littlewood & Bust-A-Bug:
📧 Email: [email protected] 
📞 Phone: 757-612-4323 
🌐 Website: bustabugva.com 
📘 Facebook: facebook.com/Bustabugva 

📲 Connect with Mandy The Real Estate Broker:
🌐 Website: https://www.mandytherealestatebroker.com/
📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AmandaMWalshRE

Get my FREE checklist for Small Business Owners
Not sure where to show up online to give your business the most exposure? Drop your email for a free checklist on everywhere you need to be to be found by your ideal customer or client.
➡️ https://www.mandytherealestatebroker.com/free-checklist 

Explore my favorite business & personal development books:
➡️ https://www.amazon.com/shop/mandytherealestatebroker/list/6JVBJOFGIDG6?ref_=aipsflist
Champagne & Real Estate Tee
Host your website, podcast, email campaigns & courses on Kajabi
21 Day Free Trial of Listings to Leads 
Real Estate Website and CRM 
Real Bricks - Discover investing in fractional ownership 
Amazon Faves 

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Name: Ricky McGhee

📧 Email: [email protected]

📞 Phone: (757) 817-1501

🌐 Website: rickymcghee.legalshieldassociate.com

💼 Profile: Veteran-owned business providing legal and identity theft protection solutions. Helps business owners with their legal needs and offers employee benefits.

❤️ Active volunteer in non-profit organizations.

In this episode of Let’s Talk Business, Marketing, and Words of Wisdom, Mandy The Real Estate Broker sits down with JR Giles—wrestler, trainer, coach, and financial educator.

📌 Connect with JR Giles:
📧 Email: [email protected]
📞 Phone: 804-397-2005 🌐 Financial Website: www.therealhowmoneyworks.com/us/jrgiles
🌐 Primerica: www.primerica.com/jrgiles
📷 Instagram: @‌joe_ricky_g 📘
Facebook: JR Giles - Primerica | Two Mice Fitness Solutions

📚 Books Mentioned in This Episode:

Mindset by Carol Dweck https://www.amazon.com/dp/0345472322/ref=cm_sw_r_as_gl_api_gl_i_RZVTK009RV2C4WXDJEBE?linkCode=ml2&tag=mandythereale-20

Boundaries by Henry Cloud https://www.amazon.com/dp/0310352770/ref=cm_sw_r_as_gl_api_gl_i_633VQWV04059ZK5GJE4J?linkCode=ml2&tag=mandythereale-20

E-Myth by Michael Gerber https://www.amazon.com/dp/0887307280/ref=cm_sw_r_as_gl_api_gl_i_FZFKV4YK8378777N3823?linkCode=ml2&tag=mandythereale-20

Outwitting the Devil by Napoleon Hill https://amzn.to/3X4h1wg

📖 Other Recommended Reads:

Coach by Art Williams https://amzn.to/3X7xwYx

Real Leadership by John Addison https://amzn.to/4gK2o8C

Thinking, Fast & Slow by Daniel Kahneman https://amzn.to/3Qk5uFx

Thou Shall Prosper by Rabbi Daniel Lapin https://amzn.to/4hGicKK

Extreme Ownership by Jocko Willink https://amzn.to/3QtmHw1

📖 Currently Reading:

When God Winks at You by Squire Rushnell https://amzn.to/4hTcHs0

Mandy’s Book Recommendation:

https://amzn.to/42YnYmi

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In this episode, Mandy The Real Estate Broker sits down with Keith Tucker, the owner of Tucker Accounting Services LLC. With over 16 years of experience in accounting and tax preparation—and 20 years of service as a retired Air Force officer—Kei th brings a wealth of knowledge to the table. We dive into his journey from military service to entrepreneurship, key financial strate gies for business owners, and common tax pitfalls to avoid. Plus, Keith shares insights on work-life balance, his love  for woodworking, and the importance of financial planning for long-term success. 

Keith Tucker

Owner & Founder

Tucker Accounting Services LLC

Email: [email protected]

Phone: (757) 310-6851

Website: http://www.thetuckeraccounting.com

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This week, I'm thrilled to have Tina Heard on the podcast! Tina is a serial entrepreneur and passionate consumer advocate who climbed her way to the top of the corporate world before deciding to step out on her own. Now, she's making waves across multiple industries as a Medicare enrollment specialist, mobile notary, mortgage loan officer with Southern Trust, and LegalShield Associate providing essential legal services and assistance with wills. Tune in for an inspiring conversation on building a versatile, service-driven business and empowering clients at every step.

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Tina Heard

Serial Entrepreneur & Consumer Advocate

Roles: Medicare Enrollment Specialist, Mobile Notary, Mortgage Loan Officer (Southern Trust), LegalShield Associate

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tina.oliver007

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