So You Want to be a Real Estate Agent

In this high-energy episode of So You Want to Be a Real Estate Agent, Meredith Fogle sits down with several rockstar agents fresh from the Tom Ferry 2025 Success Summit to unpack their biggest takeaways, boldest goals, and top strategies for dominating the rest of the year.

From powerful mindset shifts to actionable business-building tactics, these agents share the tools, techniques, and systems they’re implementing right now to stay in momentum and finish 2025 strong. Whether you attended the Summit or not, this episode will give you an inside look at the strategies top agents are using to succeed in today’s shifting market.

🔑 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✅ The top success insights and strategies from the Tom Ferry 2025 Summit
✅ How rockstar agents set goals that actually drive production
✅ Real-world tactics to generate leads and listings now
✅ Why mindset, accountability, and action are more critical than ever
✅ How to position yourself for success—today, tomorrow, and beyond

If you want to reignite your business, gain fresh perspective, and learn what’s working for the industry’s top producers, this episode is your roadmap.

In this high-impact episode of So You Want to Be a Real Estate Agent, Tina returns with another new win and joins Meredith to share how agents can generate meaningful business right now—and fill their pipeline for a strong fall season.

Together, they dive into simple but powerful strategies that are working today—including one of the most effective tools in an agent’s arsenal: the problem-inducing question script. This episode blends mindset and messaging with tactical action to help agents stop waiting for business and start creating it.

🔑 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✅ How Tina keeps her momentum going (and how you can too)
✅ Proven strategies to generate leads now and nurture them for Q4 closings
✅ What most agents miss when trying to "create business"
✅ The magic of the problem-inducing question and how to use it with confidence
✅ How to combine daily consistency with intentional outreach to stay in flow

If you’re wondering how to spark new conversations, revive old leads, or line up your fall closings now, this episode is packed with real-world tactics, inspiring wins, and language that converts.

In this inspiring episode of New Agent Chronicles, Rose Anderson returns with a whole new level of confidence—and real results to show for it. From uncertain beginnings to her current stride, Rose is now in full momentum, celebrating yet another closed transaction, a new client under contract, and a powerful mindset shift that has transformed the way she approaches the business.
Rose shares how she got here—and what’s helping her stay here. She opens up about the role of accountability, the impact of being part of a supportive, high-vibe team, and the systems and habits that help her stay consistent, connected, and focused on the big picture.

If you're an agent in the early stages—or coming back from a plateau—this episode is your reminder that confidence is built, not born, and that the right support can take you from stuck to soaring.

What if you could ditch cold calling forever—and still build a thriving real estate business from the ground up? That’s exactly what Simmi Kher, an “Instagram Famous” agent based in Washington State, did—and in this episode of So You Want to Be a Real Estate Agent, she’s sharing exactly how.
Starting her career in a brand-new market with zero sphere of influence, Simmi built a wildly successful business using Instagram video, authentic connection, and a powerful DM strategy. She reveals how she developed her brand, reached her ideal clients, and created a social media system that consistently delivers leads and builds trust—without ever picking up the phone to cold call.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
  How Simmi built instant visibility in a market where no one knew her
  The Instagram video strategies that attract the right clients
  Her go-to DM approach that sparks real conversations (and leads to closings)
  How to use Instagram Stories, Reels, and Posts to build trust and brand recognition
  Why you don’t need a big following—you just need the right voice
Whether you’re new to real estate, starting over in a new city, or looking to generate more business online, this episode will give you the tools and inspiration to build a client-attracting brand from your phone.

In this timely episode of So You Want to Be a Real Estate Agent, Meredith and Tina tackle a critical challenge agents are facing in today’s shifting market: how to keep sellers confident, informed, and committed—even when the pace feels slower and pricing expectations are harder to manage.

Together, they break down what’s changed in the market, what sellers are struggling to understand, and how smart agents can guide them through with clarity, control, and calm. With real-world stories, proven language, and actionable steps, this episode is a must-listen for agents working to build trust and keep listings moving in the current climate.

🔑 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✅ How to set seller expectations from the first meeting
✅ The right way to talk about pricing, timing, and market feedback
✅ Scripts to keep sellers calm and committed throughout the process
✅ How to be the expert your clients need—especially when things feel uncertain
✅ What agents must do now to lead with confidence in the new “normal”

If you’re navigating hesitant sellers, increased days on market, or listing conversations that feel tougher than they used to, this episode will equip you with the mindset and messaging to lead with certainty.

In this powerhouse episode of So You Want to Be a Real Estate Agent, Meredith Fogle sits down with special guest Eileen McKeon—a dynamic leader and real estate success strategist—for a masterclass on how to lead yourself, scale your business, and thrive in any market.

Eileen shares her personal path to growth and leadership, along with a fantastic time-prioritization tool that every agent—new or experienced—needs in their arsenal. From breaking through slumps to sustaining success, she delivers clear, compassionate, and actionable advice for agents who are ready to stop spinning and start scaling.

🔑 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✅ A simple but powerful tool for prioritizing your time and energy
✅ How to lead yourself before you can lead others
✅ What successful agents are doing right now to stay ahead in a shifting market
✅ Advice for agents who feel stuck or burned out—and how to move forward
✅ How to create a business that scales without losing your balance

If you’ve hit a plateau, feel overwhelmed, or are ready for real change, this episode is your blueprint for breaking through—and building a career that’s both profitable and sustainable.

In this timely episode of So You Want to Be a Real Estate Agent, Meredith Fogle, Alicia Soekawa, and Deborah Morton tackle one of the most pressing challenges in today’s real estate industry: navigating complex transactions in an uncertain and rapidly changing market.

From tricky appraisals and tight timelines to buyer hesitations and shifting seller expectations, this conversation offers real-world insight and practical strategies for managing deals when nothing goes by the book. Whether you’re a newer agent unsure how to adapt or a seasoned pro looking to sharpen your tools, this episode provides clarity, confidence, and next-step guidance.

🔑 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✅ What’s changed in the current market—and what it means for your deals
✅ How to keep clients calm and confident when the path gets rocky
✅ Strategies to troubleshoot common pitfalls before they derail the transaction
✅ How to manage expectations, protect relationships, and still get to closing
✅ Tools and scripts for high-stakes negotiation and complex communication

If you’ve ever asked, “How do I handle this?”, this episode is your playbook for staying poised, professional, and productive—no matter what the market throws your way.

In one of the most powerful and transparent episodes of So You Want to Be a Real Estate Agent to date, rising agent Tina returns to share the wins, the hard lessons, and the mindset shifts that are shaping her fast-growing career.

This episode goes beyond the highlight reel. Tina opens up about real challenges she’s faced in the field, the emotional toll of high-pressure situations, and how she continues to show up, serve, and stay positive—even in the toughest moments. Her story is a masterclass in resilience, self-awareness, and strategic problem-solving, and it’s packed with actionable advice agents at any stage can apply.

🔑 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✅ How Tina worked through difficult client situations and came out stronger
✅ The surprising lessons that come from emotional and professional discomfort
✅ A simple daily mindset habit to stay positive—even when the work is hard
✅ Real-world advice on keeping your pipeline active during a tough season
✅ Why transparency, reflection, and emotional intelligence are career superpowers

This is a must-listen for any agent looking for more than just tactics—but also the emotional tools and clarity needed to build a career with strength and heart.

In this high-value episode of So You Want to Be a Real Estate Agent, Meredith Fogle and Chris Fogle dive into one of the most important (and intimidating) decisions real estate agents face: when to hire help.

From assistants to showing agents, this episode unpacks how to recognize the right time to grow your support team, how to handle the financial side of hiring, and how to make sure you're truly leveraging your time and energy to grow—not just staying busy.

🔑 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✅ The key signs it’s time to stop doing everything yourself
✅ How to assess whether your business can afford support—and how it can’t afford not to
✅ What roles to hire first (and which to avoid too early)
✅ Training tips that help new hires add value fast
✅ How to shift from “agent” to “leader” in your business

If you’ve been burning the candle at both ends or hitting a growth ceiling, this episode will help you take the next step with clarity and confidence.

In this episode of So You Want to Be a Real Estate Agent, Tina returns to share the next chapter of her fast-moving real estate journey—and it’s packed with fresh wins, real lessons, and practical strategies any agent can use.
Tina opens up about what it’s taken to push through the inevitable roadblocks, how she keeps her pipeline full of active prospects, and the simple mindset shift she uses to keep stress at bay. Her story is a powerful reminder that success isn’t linear—but with the right systems and attitude, momentum is always within reach.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
How Tina is generating and nurturing consistent leads
What to do when transactions stall or obstacles pop up
A proven, simple way to reset your mindset and stave off stress
Daily practices that keep her momentum strong and sustainable
Why focusing on the pipeline now means more closings later
If you're looking for inspiration, tactical ideas, or just a real-world perspective on how to keep your real estate business moving forward, this episode will give you clarity and confidence.