In this episode, we sit down with Michaela Pelgen (Peihopa at time of recording), Place’s dedicated Agent Support Trainer, who has been with the company for nearly a decade. Michaela’s journey into real estate is one of serendipity, resilience, and adaptability where she found her passion for operations and client satisfaction.

Now training new agent support who join Place, Michaela shares her insights on what makes a successful agent support, the importance of mentorship, and how consistently adapting has kept her role impactful. Plus, she gives us a glimpse into her life in PNG—where the people, culture, and even the occasional earthquake add a unique twist!

It was an absolute to chat to the wonderful Michaela. This is a must listen for agents looking to grow their team and administrators a like. 

You can find Michaela on Instagram, here: https://www.instagram.com/michaela_pelgen/?hl=en 

Property Career: https://www.instagram.com/propertycareer/

Life at Place: https://www.instagram.com/lifeatplace_/

Interested in a Career at Place? https://www.eplace.com.au/careers-hub

From receptionist to office manager, and now operations manager, Angela Curtain has been with Place Woolloongabba since the very beginning. As a key driver of the office's culture, Angela is passionate about a people-first approach to business and leadership.

In this episode, we dive into Angela’s journey in real estate, the importance of being culturally fit, the vital role administration plays in supporting sales, the responsibilities leaders have to their teams and so much more!

You can find Angela on Instagram, here: https://www.instagram.com/ange_curtain

Property Career: https://www.instagram.com/propertycareer/

Life at Place: https://www.instagram.com/lifeatplace_/

Interested in a Career at Place? https://www.eplace.com.au/careers-hub

In this episode, we welcome Emma Miller, Director and Lead Agent of Place Cleveland. Sharing her journey from travel agent to real estate agent, Emma discusses how her passion for people and sales psychology helped her delve into business ownership.

Applying an advisor approach to a traditional sales agent role, Emma believes in the importance of strategy, clear communication and honesty, all of which are imperative to the development of her team, and her business.

Join us as Emma covers her journey into real estate; how she knew she was ready for business ownership; the importance of mentorship; building brand awareness; and as Emma provides a glimpse into the future of her business!

We hope you enjoy this episode with Emma.

You can find Emma on Instagram, here: https://www.instagram.com/emmamillerproperty

Property Career: https://www.instagram.com/propertycareer/

Life at Place: https://www.instagram.com/lifeatplace_/

Interested in a Career at Place? https://www.eplace.com.au/careers-hub

Entering the real estate industry as a digital marketing specialist, Sam Camm of Place Bulimba created an opportunity for himself, which secured him the position of Sales Associate within the Darcy Lord team.

Awarded as the Top New Talent within the Place Group in 2024, Sam is committed to using his marketing expertise and ability to connect with people to uniquely assist his clients with their property endeavours.

In this episode, Sam touches on putting yourself out there; creating opportunities for yourself; the benefits of working in a team; how being conversational has more merit than being transactional and so much more!

You can find Sam on Instagram, here: https://www.instagram.com/itssamcamm

Property Career: https://www.instagram.com/propertycareer/

Life at Place: https://www.instagram.com/lifeatplace_/

Interested in a Career at Place? https://www.eplace.com.au/careers-hub

As a third generation real estate agent, Gianni Carbone was destined to pursue a career in the property industry. Using his innate knowledge of Brisbane's inner-west and its unique characteristics to assist clients, Gianni has gone from strength to strength to become one of Brisbane's top-performing agents.

Join us to discuss his journey in real estate; the importance of building a strong foundation in your career; nurturing relationships; competing in an oversaturated market; being consistent and so much more!

You can find Gianni on Instagram, here: https://www.instagram.com/gianniacarbone

Property Career: https://www.instagram.com/propertycareer/

Life at Place: https://www.instagram.com/lifeatplace_/

Interested in a Career at Place? https://www.eplace.com.au/careers-hub

From starting as a receptionist to working on new projects and now being a thriving lead agent, Karen McBryde of Place New Farm takes us through her 22 year journey in real estate and the invaluable lessons learned along the way.

In this episode she discusses balancing work as a mother of two; the importance of structure in your week; her thoughts on breaking into the industry; caring about your clients and their experience; self belief; letting go to grow and so much more!

You can find Karen on Instagram, here: https://www.instagram.com/karenmcbryde_place

Property Career: https://www.instagram.com/propertycareer/

Life at Place: https://www.instagram.com/lifeatplace_/

Interested in a Career at Place? https://www.eplace.com.au/careers-hub

Highly qualified, with degrees in Law and Business, Julia is in a unique position as a Licensed Real Estate Agent to be an all-round trusted advisor to her clients. 

Her open-minded, curious and conscientious personality enables Julia to truly assist people with their property goals and ensures that she provides the highest quality service throughout her client’s property journeys.

Having only joined Place 3 years ago, Julia is living proof that with the right attitude, application and dedication to growing your skills and knowledge, you will reap the rewards. Julia's story is also a reminder that entering a career in real estate does not have a one size fits all approach.

We hope you love this episode with Julia!

You can find Julia on Instagram, here: https://www.instagram.com/juliaahdoyle/?hl=en

Property Career: https://www.instagram.com/propertycareer/

Life at Place: https://www.instagram.com/lifeatplace_/

Interested in a Career at Place? https://www.eplace.com.au/careers-hub

Flyn works as a co-agent to Aaron Woolard, a well-respected figure in the real estate industry and one of the top agents in the Place Group.

In this episode we chat about transitioning into the real estate industry, Aaron's tried and tested method for growing budding agents, what it takes to work in a high performing team and much much more!

We hope you enjoy the listen.

You can find Flyn on Instagram, here: https://www.instagram.com/parky.property/?hl=en

Property Career: https://www.instagram.com/propertycareer/

Life at Place: https://www.instagram.com/lifeatplace_/

Interested in a Career at Place? https://www.eplace.com.au/careers-hub

From a successful career in car sales into the exciting world of real estate, Lead Agent Paris Arthur at Place Graceville had so much wisdom to share in this episode!

Join us as we talk Paris' previous career; the skills he carried into Real Estate; digging for determination; relationship-based business and so much more!

You can find Matt on Instagram, here: https://www.instagram.com/parisarthur_team/ 

Property Career: https://www.instagram.com/propertycareer/

Life at Place: https://www.instagram.com/lifeatplace_/

Interested in a Career at Place? https://www.eplace.com.au/careers-hub

Helping us delve into the world of Property Management, we welcome Leasing Agent of Place Bulimba, Matt Dickinson. Having spent almost 10 years in the industry and within the Place brand, Matt is an established professional who excels in building and managing large rent rolls whilst maintaining lasting relationships.

In this episode he breaks down 'falling' into a career in property management; adapting approaches to suit each client; building rent role; providing value; how to begin a career in property management and so much more!

You can find Matt on Instagram, here: https://www.instagram.com/mattd_place/

Property Career: https://www.instagram.com/propertycareer/

Life at Place: https://www.instagram.com/lifeatplace_/

Interested in a Career at Place? https://www.eplace.com.au/careers-hub