Real Talent Podcast

In this episode I sit down with the number one agent in Adelaide, Simon Noakes, who began his career inside a large real estate business before stepping out to build his own company from the ground up. Simon breaks down exactly what it takes to rise to the top, sharing the processes he created, the disciplines he enforced, and the standards he held himself and his team to as they scaled to selling a billion dollars’ worth of real estate every year. His journey is an incredible story of focus, resilience, structure, and the unwavering commitment required to become number one. If you want a behind the scenes look at what true top level success reall

From managing billions to starting at zero. Jin’s story is one of bold decisions, hard work, and ultimate reinvention.

He left a career in finance to begin at the very bottom of real estate, learned fast, sacrificed plenty, and climbed his way to the top.

This episode is a masterclass in what it really takes to make it in real estate.

Today I chat with Ivan Brescic, a name synonymous with excellence in Australian real estate. As the co-founder of Bresic Whitney and now one of the nation’s top real estate coaches, Ivan has trained and guided the industry’s best. In this episode, we dive deep into what separates good agents from great ones, the power of leading by example, and how Ivan built one of Sydney’s most respected boutique agencies.

From breaking into one of Australia’s most exclusive markets to building a powerhouse team at Marshall White, Ben Manolitsas has quickly established himself as one of Melbourne’s most formidable agents. Operating across the City of Port Phillip, Ben shares how he gained traction against more experienced competitors by mastering the fundamentals, prospecting, market knowledge, product expertise, and a relentless pursuit of improvement.

Now recognised as Marshall White’s Salesperson of the Year, Ben opens up on the exact processes behind his rise and the leadership principles that have shaped his team into one of the most respected forces in real estate.

This is an episode packed with practical lessons, strategic insight, and the mindset required to perform at the highest level.

In this episode, I sit down with Luke Saville from The Agency, widely regarded as Australia’s most social-media-savvy real estate agent. Luke has built a thriving business by doing two things exceptionally well, specialising in apartment sales and leveraging social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram to reach real buyers, not just build a following.

We dive into how Luke carved out his niche as an apartment specialist, why focusing on one property type allowed him to scale faster, and how he’s now selling directly through social media, turning views, likes, and comments into real-world transactions.

Luke also opens up about the discipline it takes to consistently create content, how he balances traditional prospecting with modern marketing, and what every agent can learn about brand, authenticity, and consistency in today’s digital real-estate world.

Whether you’re a seasoned agent, a marketing-driven entrepreneur, or someone looking to grow their influence online, this episode is a masterclass in specialisation, personal branding, and the future of real estate sales.

In this episode, I sit down with Nicholas Brooks, one of the standout agents within Team Chiminello, one of Australia’s most respected real estate super teams.

Nicholas shares how he’s carved out his own path to success within a high-performance environment, balancing his own listings while also playing a pivotal role in supporting the team’s broader operations.

We dive into how he’s built momentum so quickly, the structure behind Team Chiminello, and the habits, systems, and mindset that have helped him rise to become one of the most impressive agents in the industry.

If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to thrive inside a real estate super team, and how to build personal success within one, this episode is a must-listen.

In this episode, I sit down with Sam Rigopoulos, one of Australia’s top real estate agents whose team consistently generates over $5 million in GCI each year. Based in Melbourne’s Inner North at Jellis Craig, Sam has built his career through years of relentless hard work, discipline, and an unwavering commitment to growth.

We dive into his journey from the grind of prospecting and managing buyers, through to the strategies that helped him become one of Victoria’s leading operators. Sam shares the lessons he learned along the way, how he differentiated himself in a highly competitive market, and why building strong buyer relationships is just as important as winning listings.

Now, Sam’s social media presence has become one of his greatest business assets, acting as a living, breathing database that consistently drives opportunity. He unpacks exactly how he leverages his online platforms to win trust, build connections, and stay top of mind with potential clients.

If you want to understand what it really takes to climb to the very top of Australian real estate and learn practical strategies you can apply right now, this episode is not to be missed.

This week I sat down with one of the nicest guys in real estate, and one of the best. No gimmicks, no shortcuts, just years of hard work, smart systems, and relentless training. Chris proves that professionalism and consistency beat quick wins every time. In this episode, he shares the secrets behind his processes and how he’s built a career on doing the simple things really, really well.

In this episode, I sit down with Zali Reynolds, one of Australia’s top agents and the powerhouse behind Shelter Real Estate. We dive into how she went from being brand new in the industry to becoming one of the most recognisable names in Australian real estate. Zali shares the exact habits and strategies that keep her at the top from farming key areas, to prospecting with consistency, to closing deals at the highest level. If you want to know what it really takes to dominate in real estate day after day, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.

How does a 24-year-old write $1.4 million in GCI in one of Australia’s toughest markets? In this episode, I sit down with Tai Menahem, one of the country’s best young agents, who reveals exactly how he did it. Tai breaks down the daily habits, strategies, and mindset shifts that gave him the edge against seasoned competition. If you want to know what it really takes to dominate early in your career, win listings, and fast-track your success, this episode is a playbook you can’t afford to miss.