REB Podcast Network

In an industry that hypes up a 24/7 grind, stepping back from the treadmill can feel like swimming against the current. But if you want to come out victorious, that might be just what you need to do.

Host Grace Ormsby sits down with top-ranked Adelaide director and auctioneer Simon Noakes to talk about leadership, team building and sustainable business management.

The number five ranked dealmaker in REB's 2023 Awards shares how finding work/life balance between the world of real estate and his life as a new dad has helped him create a business with longevity, resilience and a legacy he can be proud of.

In this episode, you will also hear:

• Why a mindset of "controlling what you can control" can help you ride out market fluctuations.

• Practical ways to cultivate a positive work environment.

• How bidding team members goodbye can be an asset, not a weakness.

Make sure you never miss an episode by subscribing to us now on Apple Podcasts. Did you like this episode? Show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (REB Podcast Network) and by liking and following Real Estate Business on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend a voice to the show, email [email protected] for more insights.

From her school days in Fiji to helming an international real estate network, Mala Maharaj has always known the importance of seizing every opportunity that comes her way. The chief operating officer of RE/MAX New Zealand and Fiji sits down with hosts Grace Ormsby and Sadhana Smiles to discuss her journey to real estate triumph, and shed light on RE/MAX's recent expansion into Fiji. She shares how stints with Coca-Cola and KPMG honed her ability to communicate adeptly with clients and teammates alike, and gives an inside scoop on Fiji's diverse and multipronged real estate market. In this episode, you will also hear:

• Whether expansions to other islands beyond Fijian shores are on the cards for RE/MAX
• How authentic connections help Mala conquer a male-dominated industry
• The value of mentoring, mantras and continual self-improvement

Make sure you never miss an episode by subscribing to us now on Apple Podcasts. Did you like this episode? Show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (REB Podcast Network) and by liking and following Real Estate Business on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend a voice to the show, email [email protected] for more insights.

As Australia's housing shortage rages on, people across the property spectrum are increasingly embracing out-of-the-box measures to increase supply.

REB brings you an editorial update featuring journalists Juliet Helmke and Kyle Robbins discussing some of the research that has opened up new opportunities for home building, and the government initiatives that have been making waves among home seekers and industry bodies alike.

From enlisting Aussies to put a home in their backyard, to tax measures targeting investors, new ideas for how to bring more homes onto the sales and rental market quickly are being floated every day. Make sure you never miss an episode by subscribing to us now on Apple Podcasts. Did you like this episode? Show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (REB Podcast Network) and by liking and following Real Estate Business on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend a voice to the show, email [email protected] for more insights.

Adam Joske, managing director at the newly formed Belle Property Mornington and Mount Eliza offices, sits down for an episode of Secrets of the Top 100 agents to discuss the ins and outs of new agency ventures, how his coaching career is influencing his leadership style, and so much more.

With real estate in 2023 being vastly different than it was two decades ago, Adam explains why he feels a digital and social presence is almost as important as the modern-day agent's mobile phone. He also touches on the Mornington Peninsula, where his offices have perched up, and how he hopes his offices will leave a mark on the region.

In this episode, you will also hear:

• How to take the leap after 20-plus years in sales.

• What areas young agents are lacking in and where they excel.

• What a "high-performance" office looks like.

Make sure you never miss an episode by subscribing to us now on Apple Podcasts. Did you like this episode? Show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (REB Podcast Network) and by liking and following Real Estate Business on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend a voice to the show, email [email protected] for more insights.

On this episode of Secrets of the Top 100 Agents, host Grace Ormsby sits down with Realmark Coastal's Sean Hughes, the number three ranked dealmaker in Australia for 2023. With an impressive 92 sales over the last financial year, Sean shares his tips and tricks for thriving in a low-supply market. The pair also discuss some of the more unconventional ways that agents can build authentic client relationships and secure a strong pipeline to ride out market ebbs and flows. You will also hear: · Insider intel on Perth's highly competitive property market · Why age doesn't always equal experience · The importance of smart delegation

Preparations are already well underway for Australian real estate's 2024 night of nights. Will you be in attendance?

The Secrets of the Top 100 Agents' Grace Ormsby is joined by Captivate Events senior event producer Charlotte Laurent to go behind the scenes of the event creation process, and unveil the future of event planning and end-to-end event creation at the newly launched event's agency.

With submissions now open for the REB Awards 2024, Charlotte and Grace encourage all listeners to get involved with the awards program. They share some of the tips, tricks and secrets to top submissions, and tease what attendants may expect from the 12th iteration of the national awards.

In this episode, you will hear:

• Important calendar dates for the REB Awards 2024
• What goes into the event creation
• The dos and don'ts of award submissions

Make sure you never miss an episode by subscribing to us now on Apple Podcasts. Did you like this episode? Show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (REB Podcast Network) and by liking and following Real Estate Business on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend a voice to the show, email [email protected] for more insights

The game has most certainly changed over the years, but the concept of real estate as a relationship business remains the same. Graeme Hyde, chief performance officer at Stone Real Estate, sits down with host Grace Ormsby to chat through the current market climate, and unpack how real estate agents and business owners can harness the opportunities that are out there. Graeme goes on to share his top tips for agents who are newer to the industry and stresses the value of mentoring. He also outlines the importance of good leadership within the profession, and why it is so desperately needed. You will also hear:

• Why Graeme is so positive about the spring outlook
• How the profession will continue to evolve
• What efficiencies will continue to come into play

Make sure you never miss an episode by subscribing to us now on Apple Podcasts. Did you like this episode? Show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (REB Podcast Network) and by liking and following Real Estate Business on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend a voice to the show, email [email protected] for more insights.

Spring has certainly kicked off with a bang – a surge in listings has coincided with a surge in property updates. In this editorial episode, Grace Ormsby is joined by real estate journalist Kyle Robbins to unpack the biggest headlines and check in on 'R U Ok? Day'. The pair talk about the latest political plays before turning their attention to the housing affordability crisis and the current chatter on ethics, and why real estate professionals are perceived so poorly in community discourse. Make sure you never miss an episode by subscribing to us now on Apple Podcasts. Did you like this episode? Show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (REB Podcast Network) and by liking and following Real Estate Business on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend a voice to the show, email [email protected] for more insights

Contemplating the next steps of your real estate career? It's always important to hear a different perspective.

In the second part of the Your Future Network conversation series, made possible through a partnership with Raine & Horne, REB editor Grace Ormsby sits down with independent operator Suzanne Hibberd to share the perspective from the other side of the coin.

Suzanne, in her role as the director and licensee of Abode Property, unpacks her own motivations for doing it alone, sharing the skills and drive that are needed to set her up for longstanding success.

In this episode, you will hear:

• The franchise versus independent debate
• Why financial and management skills are a must
• The benefits of full business autonomy and control

Make sure you never miss an episode by subscribing to us now on Apple Podcasts. Did you like this episode? Show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (REB Podcast Network) and by liking and following Real Estate Business on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend a voice to the show, email [email protected] for more insights.

Contemplating the next steps of your real estate career? This is a must-listen.

REB editor, Grace Ormsby, is joined by Raine & Horne head of network, Mindy Powell-Hodges, who chats through the network's reasons for partnering with this year's Your Future Network report. Sharing some career advice of her own for aspiring property professionals, Mindy outlines some of the key considerations real estate agents and property managers must take into account in the independent versus franchise debate. In this episode, you will hear:

• The benefits of a tech stack
• The franchise versus independent debate
• The factors would-be business owners must consider

You can download the Your Future Network report here.