REB Podcast Network

As the real estate industry battles looming resignation threats and low retention rates, Jacqui Barnes calls for leadership that is above the line – guided by the principles of ownership, accountability and responsibility.

The head of people and culture at Laing+Simmons joins hosts Grace Ormsby and Sadhana Smiles to share how she tenaciously kept the spark alive throughout her career to finally find her true calling in real estate recruitment. She also talks about what ultimately drives people to walk away from their jobs and shares her insights on how adopting a conscious mindset in the workplace can help businesses break away from this vicious cycle. In this episode, you will hear:

• How culture is king in a business organisation

• Why industry-wide changes are needed to improve the recruitment process

• What skills are transferable and valuable in a real estate career

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.

Jeffery Gray, the chief executive officer and founder of Propic, chats with Momentum Media's Grace Ormsby for the latest episode of REB's Proptech Pulse. Jeffery clears up the common misconceptions about artificial intelligence and talks about how AI-integrated business models in other vertical markets have seen staggering results, such as the case of Netflix. He also reflects on why it is important for industry players to envision a future with AI in their business solution arsenals, despite the hefty (but worthwhile) bill that comes with it, while sharing his predictions for the future of AI in the real estate space. In this episode, you will hear:

• The ways AI can step up the way real estate transactions are done

• What benefits are reaped by early adopters of AI in the real estate industry

• How businesses can leverage AI for mass customisation and intelligence augmentation

To learn more about Propic and how they are revolutionising real estate with the power of AI, make sure to check them out at https://www.propic.com.au/. 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.

Phil Tarrant and Tom Panos discuss the hard-hitting topics relevant to real estate that others might shy away from.

Tom draws a line in the sand: in his view of the data, the boom is over in the key markets of Sydney and Melbourne. But just like any other rule, there are exceptions.

In this episode of Real Estate Exposed, the duo look at the sectors in which prices are dropping, those that have steam left in them yet, and what agents need to adapt to this changing market.

While discussing Australian political parties' perceived attitudes towards property investors, Tom Panos also reveals what he knows about Anthony Albanese's personal property journey.

The pair also touched on expectations for the forthcoming federal budget due out on 29 March.

In the four years since opening his agency, Avi Khan has kicked off a number of new ventures – both within and adjacent to real estate. In conversation with Grace Ormsby, the Brisbane-based principal at Ray White Marsden, Ray White AKG, Ray White Daisy Hill, Ray White AKG Commercial, and a partner at S&B Legal reveals how much of his growth has occurred due to being in pursuit of client-demanded services and better seller support across the entirety of the real estate ecosystem. Avi also shares his approach to team building and leadership, highlighting how he can't do it all alone. In this episode, you will hear:

• Which skills are most important for agents in 2022

• Why cross-referrals are so valuable

• How Avi approaches staff retention to great success

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 Innovator of the Year – Individual at the REB Awards 2022 opens up about all things reputation, technology, and academia.

"RiTA's mum" and the co-founder of AiRE Sarah Bell joins Grace Ormsby and Sadhana Smiles to unpack the "Pandora's box" that is trust in the real estate profession, discussing the chasm between agent actions and their public image.

The trio also tackle the topic of technology – Sarah reveals her stance on tech sustainability before lending her ideas around how the "human revolution" can impact the industry.

In this episode, you will hear:

• Why being a "trusted adviser" isn't the be-all and end-all
• What considerations should drive technological uptake in business
• How real estate will lead the sustainability agenda

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.

Daniel Bignold, founder and chief executive of Propps, chats with Momentum Media's Grace Ormsby for the latest episode of REB's Proptech Pulse. Fresh from sharing his valuable insights at the REB REInnovate 2022 event as a speaker, Daniel acknowledges that real estate agents will experience growing pains when adopting the latest and greatest proptech and innovations but highlights that it is necessary for industry players to keep up with the ever-evolving market. He also talks about the three driving principles behind Propp's technology while sharing their vision of delivering incredible results and efficiencies for the clients in the backdrop of a seamlessly integrated digital system. In this episode, you will hear:

• How the right tech will add value for sellers, agents, and buyers

• Why it's important to understand what innovation is available out there for real estate

• What pain points in real estate transactions can be addressed by technology

To learn more about Propps, make sure to check them out at propps.com. 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.

Phil Tarrant and Tom Panos discuss the hard-hitting topics relevant to real estate that others might shy away from.

For the first episode of 2022, Tom and Phil discuss the recent major developments in the Ukraine-Russia conflict and its potential implications on the real estate industry. As authorities warn of potential cyber threats against Australian businesses stemming from the growing political conflict, the duo shares the best practices firms can do to be safe from cyber attacks.

The duo also put their finger on the pulse of other major events that will inevitably shape the market, such as the upcoming federal elections, rising inflation and the possibility of further supply chain disruptions due to the pandemic. Lastly, Phil and Tom discuss how investors can effectively operate across multi-speed property markets.

Carly Pukallus didn't see the accolades coming, but winning Property Manager of the Year - Regional and the Excellence Award at the REB Awards 2022 was recognition she humbly and proudly shares with her team.

As senior property manager at Green St Property, Carly shares with host Grace Ormsby what makes a great team and outlines how they responded to the challenges of pandemic restrictions – and emerged with a better leasing process. In this episode, you will hear:

• The qualities of top property managers that helped Carly stand out

• How property managers can better handle landlord/tenant conflict

• What's in store for the rental market in 2022

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.

While drastic changes during the first 90 days in a new leadership role can be the perfect transition strategy, Hayley Van de Ven believes that practising "respect" is the true path to a successful legacy business integration. The principal and owner of RE/MAX Bayside Properties joins hosts Grace Ormsby and Sadhana Smiles to talk about the challenges from the existing technology, processes, culture, and mindset that comes with inheriting a legacy business. Hayley also underlines the importance of understanding and acknowledging the merits of legacy processes and why it's wiser to look for opportunities to improve them rather than tearing them to the ground. In this episode, you will hear:

• How to discern which advice will be optimal for a business

• The importance of aligning legacy processes with new ones

• Why having mentors is vital for any business leader

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 world-renowned surfer reflects on the rising floodwaters as residents and businesses across Australia's eastern states stare down the barrel of a long and arduous recovery period. Founder and chief executive of Properti Craig Deveson joins host Grace Ormsby to share his own experience of the floods, before the well-respected surfing legend and three-times world champion jumps into the conversation, sharing what propelled him to act as water levels peaked. In this episode, you will hear:

• How Craig ended up with Mick Fanning's personal number
• What it really means to offer support to your local community
• How the real estate industry can play a part in the clean-up

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.