What if doing less in real estate actually gave you more — more peace, more presence at home, and a stronger business?

In this episode of The Faithful Agent Podcast, Garrett Maroon shares a powerful true story of an agent who chose 30 homes over 70 — and how that single decision changed everything. This intentional decision was made so this agent could finally pick her daughter up from school — the very reason she entered real estate in the first place. Through this story and his own journey, Garrett exposes how hustle culture baptizes burnout, ties identity to production, and quietly steals what matters most.

This episode explores what it means to define a healthy ceiling, work from obedience instead of pressure, and trust God as the true builder of our businesses. Garrett shares how reducing his workweek from 60 hours to 40 didn’t shrink his business — it saved his life, his marriage, and his peace.

If you’re winning on paper but losing at home, this conversation will challenge you to rethink success, redefine faithfulness, and choose a pace that protects your family and honors the Lord.

Key Takeaways

• Hustle culture often disguises burnout as ambition
• Choosing fewer clients can actually increase impact and referrals
• Selling more homes is not always obedience
• A healthy business starts with a healthy home
• God builds the business — not your availability 24/7
• Working fewer hours can strengthen your marriage and family
• A hurried agent can never be a trusted advisor
• Defining a “healthy ceiling” protects faith, family, and peace
• Clients respect clear boundaries more than constant access
• Sometimes the bravest decision is choosing less

Chapters

00:00 – Introduction & the Story of Choosing 30 Over 70
02:20 – Why Hustle Culture Is So Dangerous
04:25 – When Winning on Paper Means Losing at Home
06:30 – Reducing Work Hours Without Killing Your Business
08:40 – Setting Boundaries Clients Will Respect
10:40 – Defining a Healthy Ceiling
12:55 – Obedience vs. Opportunity
14:30 – Why Fewer Clients Can Mean More Referrals
15:30 – Protecting What Matters Most
17:20 – Final Encouragement & Call to Action

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What if your real estate success is slowly costing you everything that actually matters?

In this episode of The Faithful Agent Podcast, Garrett Maroon sits down with Jessica Wade, a successful real estate agent and mom, for an honest conversation about faith, family, boundaries, and burnout in the real estate industry.

Jessica shares her raw journey of building a thriving real estate business while unknowingly allowing work to overtake her marriage and family life. She opens up about the pressure to succeed, the pride that crept in, and how her real estate career ultimately led to a painful separation from her husband. Through God’s faithfulness, intentional change, and a complete shift in priorities, Jessica and her husband experienced reconciliation and healing.

This conversation dives deep into work-life balance for real estate agents, especially moms in real estate, covering practical boundary-setting, time management, and the mindset shift required to see business as ministry—not identity. Jessica challenges agents to redefine success, protect their families, and build businesses that support the life God has called them to live.

Connect with Jessica:
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/jessicawadeRE
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/the_jessica_wade/
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessicawadere/

Key Takeaways

• Success in real estate means nothing if it costs your family
• Burnout often starts with unchecked pride and blurred boundaries
• God’s faithfulness can redeem even the hardest seasons
• Turning off notifications can change your life and your business
• Setting clear boundaries restores time, peace, and presence
• Real estate can be a ministry when aligned with the right priorities
• Young moms must guard time with their children fiercely
• GCI is not the measure of obedience or impact
• Saying “no” is often the most faithful decision
• A healthy business flows from a healthy home

Chapters

00:00 – Introduction & Jessica’s Background
02:53 – Marriage, Pressure, and Real Estate Burnout
05:52 – Separation, Faith, and Reconciliation
09:02 – Pride, Identity, and Business Success
12:09 – Choosing Family Over Hustle
14:59 – Tactical Changes That Gave Her Time Back
17:57 – Teaching Values Through Example
21:01 – Advice for Moms in Real Estate
24:13 – Learning to Say No
27:08 – Ministry, Mentorship, and What’s Next

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If 2025 felt slow, inconsistent, or frustrating… the 36 Touch Framework will rebuild your real estate business with steady referrals and meaningful client relationships.

In this episode of The Faithful Agent Podcast, Garrett Maroon breaks down why consistency—not charisma—is the true foundation of a thriving referral-based real estate business. He shares how follow-up becomes ministry, how your daily actions reflect Christ in your work, and why the 36 Touch System remains one of the most effective frameworks for sustainable lead generation, deeper client relationships, and long-term success.

Garrett shows agents how to simplify their marketing strategies, focus on meaningful personal touches, and create a rhythm that builds trust, fuels referrals, and protects against burnout. Whether you need a reset or want to elevate your current systems, this episode gives you the tools to build a business rooted in purpose, consistency, and genuine connection.

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Takeaways

• Consistency is the key to success in real estate—far more important than talent or charisma.
• Follow-up is ministry: caring for people consistently reflects Christ in your business.
• The 36 Touch System creates a sustainable rhythm for client relationships and referral generation.
• Not all touches are equal—personal touches deepen trust more than generic marketing blasts.
• Effective follow-up isn’t about cost; it’s about connection, authenticity, and presence.
• Simplifying your lead generation strategies leads to better execution and less burnout.
• Client events build shared experiences that strengthen long-term relationships.
• Faithfulness in small, repeated actions leads to big results in referral business.

Chapters 

00:00 — Introduction & Humor
00:58 — Why Consistency Matters More Than Charisma in Real Estate
03:19 — The Missing Ingredient in Most Agents’ Lead Generation
06:06 — Reframing Follow-Up as Ministry
10:38 — What Touches Actually Build Client Relationships
11:07 — Simplifying the 36 Touch System for Real-Life Agents
15:43 — Creating a Yearly Plan for Consistent Marketing Strategies
29:45 — Final Thoughts & Call to Action

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If your business feels heavy, misaligned, or harder than it should be, this conversation will breathe fresh life into your purpose and show you how to realign your soul with your strategy.

To get clarity on the next steps for your business, join Garrett Maroon and Kara Chaffin Donofrio, founder and CEO of the KCD Team and host of the Soul Inspiring Business podcast, as they explore how real estate, entrepreneurship, and faith-driven soul alignment can work together to create a business that’s both profitable and purposeful.

Kara opens up about her journey through burnout, the need for authentic mindfulness, and how daily prayer, intention, and spiritual grounding shape her business strategy. She shares practical ways to reconnect with what inspires you, how to rediscover joy in your work, and why your desires often point to your God-given purpose.

Whether you're a real estate agent seeking inspiration or an entrepreneur craving deeper purpose, this conversation will help you realign your life, business, and soul.

Connect with Kara:

Free gift - https://www.freegiftfromkara.com

Email Kara for a free copy of the book We Lead: Building Connection, Community, and Collaboration for Women in Business (Volume 3) - [email protected]

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/KCDRealEstate

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/karachaffindonofrio

Soul Inspiring Business Podcast - https://kcdrealestate.com/soul-inspiring

📌 Key Takeaways

• Soul alignment empowers you to blend faith, purpose, and business strategy.
• Daily mindfulness and prayer create clarity and direction.
• Burnout often signals a lack of alignment, not a lack of ability.
• Joy is a compass—follow what lights you up to reignite passion.
• Real estate and entrepreneurship are cyclical; ride the waves with grace.
• Your unique talents and gifts reveal your God-designed purpose.
• Community and collaboration strengthen resilience and creativity.
• AI improves efficiency, but human connection remains irreplaceable.
• Don’t ignore the desires God placed within you—they matter.

🎬 Chapters

02:55 — Integrating Faith and Business
05:51 — Reigniting Passion in Real Estate
08:41 — Mindfulness and Daily Guidance
12:05 — Finding Your Unique Path
14:54 — Building Connections and Community
17:58 — The Power of Intuition
20:43 — Creative Business Strategies
23:43 — The Importance of Human Connection

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If you’ve been running so hard that you haven’t stopped to breathe, this Thanksgiving message is your reminder: slow down, look around, and ask—how am I spending my dash?

Happy Thanksgiving Faithful Agents! I'm so thankful you're here. In this episode, join me in a moment of quiet reflection and gratitude. Using the powerful idea of “the dash”—the small line representing your entire life between birth and death—let's consider what truly matters and how intentionally we're living each day. Explore Psalm 131 and unpack biblical wisdom about cultivating contentment, calming your spirit, and embracing gratitude in all circumstances.

This episode calls you to pause, breathe, and thank the Lord for His provision, His kindness, and the people entrusted to you. It’s a gentle but challenging reminder that your priorities shape your legacy, and Thanksgiving is the perfect time to realign your heart.

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Takeaways

• Gratitude anchors us—especially in challenging seasons.
• Your “dash” represents your whole life; be intentional with how you live it.
• A calm and quiet spirit reflects trust in God, not striving.
• Scripture calls us to give thanks in all circumstances.
• Contentment grows when we recognize God’s daily kindness.
• Complaining comes naturally; gratitude must be practiced intentionally.
• True intentional living prioritizes relationships over achievement.
• You can win at work without losing at home.
• A gratitude mindset shifts your entire perspective on life.
• Jesus is the ultimate source of both contentment and thankfulness.

Chapters

00:00 — Thanksgiving Reflections and Gratitude
 03:11 — Understanding the Dash of Life
 06:04 — Calmness, Quietness, and Intentional Gratitude
 08:52 — Recognizing God’s Provision
 12:09 — Living with Contentment and Purpose

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If you’ve ever felt like real estate was pulling you away from the life you’re trying to build, this episode is for you.

I’m sharing a recent conversation I had on the Stay Paid podcast, where I walked through how I built my business by keeping faith, family, and alignment at the center. In this interview, I unpack what it really means to define your own scoreboard for success, why “balance” is ultimately about priorities, and how mastering one simple system — my Rule of 8 and the PDA Formula — helped me sell 650 homes without losing what mattered most.

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👉 You'll learn:

• How to create your own definition of success
• The Rule of 8 that keeps your business focused and balanced
• The PDA Formula for building a predictable, profitable business
• Why authenticity beats hustle every time
• How faith and alignment create sustainable success

👉 Chapters:

• 00:00 – Intro & Garrett’s Story
• 02:18 – Redefining the Scoreboard of Success
• 06:29 – The Dash on the Headstone & What Really Matters
• 10:11 – The Tension: Providing vs. Being Present
• 16:24 – The PDA Formula: Predictable, Profitable, Aligned
• 19:49 – Holding Every Dollar Accountable
• 21:07 – Alignment, Authenticity, and Energy Audits
• 31:43 – Laziness, Calling, and Who Shouldn’t Be in Real Estate
• 38:22 – Don’t Grow Weary: Faith, Perseverance, and the Long Game
• 40:50 – Defining Your Own Success & Final Challenge

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What kind of legacy are you really building — one that fades with success or one that lasts for generations? 

In this inspiring conversation, Garrett Maroon and Shaylee Clark unpack what it means to be a Christian real estate agent who leads with faith, purpose, and Biblical business principles instead of burnout and busyness.

They discuss the importance of setting boundaries, honoring the Sabbath, and pursuing health over hustle — reminding every listener that God calls us to faithfulness, not frantic striving. You’ll walk away challenged to build a business that reflects your values, faith, and calling, not just your numbers.

👩‍💼 About the Guest

Shaylee Clark is a REALTOR and leader of the Dor Group, Brokered by eXp. Her passion is helping people hear God’s voice above the noise, lead boldly at home and at work, and build a legacy that outlives them. She mentors fellow real estate agents and serves families with integrity and grit.
Connect with Shaylee:
https://www.facebook.com/shaylee.pyle
https://www.instagram.com/shayleeclark/

🔑 Key Takeaways

• Building a legacy means investing in faith, family, and impact—not just wealth.
• Your business can only be as healthy as you are.
• Be kingdom-minded in every decision you make.
• Sabbath rest and boundaries are vital for a sustainable business.
• It’s okay to delegate — others may be called to what drains you.
• Faithfulness matters more than scale or visibility.
• Clarity in your God-given purpose creates focus and peace.

🕒 Chapters

00:00 – Welcome and Humor
 02:44 – The Meaning of “Dor” and Legacy
 05:43 – From Compassion International to Real Estate
 09:24 – Building a Legacy Through Faith and Real Estate
 14:56 – Living a Kingdom-Minded Life
 21:03 – Sabbath Rest and Work-Life Balance
 23:31 – Health vs. Success in Business
 28:58 – Finding Clarity in Purpose and Calling

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Are you feeling burnt out in your real estate career, struggling with work-life balance and caught in the relentless hustle culture that seems to define success? You're not alone. In this enlightening episode of The Faithful Agent | CHRISTIAN REALTOR PODCAST – Bible-Based Coaching to Sell More Homes & Serve with Purpose, host Garrett Maroon shares his personal journey through the highs and lows of being a real estate agent, revealing the often-overlooked truth about what it means to truly succeed in this demanding industry. 

Garrett delves deep into the misconceptions surrounding hustle and busyness, highlighting how many agents equate constant activity with achievement, only to find themselves exhausted and unfulfilled. Instead, he advocates for a transformative shift from hustle to faithfulness, finding work-life balance, where the pillars of obedience and trust in God lay the groundwork for a sustainable and purpose-driven business. This episode is not just another real estate coaching session; it's a powerful reminder that our true provision comes from God, not from our relentless striving. 

Throughout the episode, Garrett emphasizes the importance of work-life balance, establishing boundaries and prioritizing learning over mere activity. He shares scriptural insights that encourage listeners to seek rest and embrace God's plan, steering clear of the worldly definitions of success that often lead to burnout. This is a call to action for every real estate agent seeking a healthier work-life balance, where authentic relationships in real estate can flourish alongside a thriving career. 

As Garrett guides you through his experience, he challenges you to reflect on your own work habits. Are you choosing hustle over faithfulness in your real estate sales? This episode will inspire you to reconsider your approach, encouraging you to build a relationship-based real estate business that not only serves your clients but also aligns with your Christian faith. Discover how faith-driven entrepreneurship can reshape your career and lead you to a more fulfilling life as a realtor. 

Join us for this thought-provoking discussion on balancing family and a real estate career, and learn how faith and business can coexist harmoniously. Whether you're a seasoned agent or just starting, this episode of The Faithful Agent podcast promises to equip you with valuable insights and practical strategies for thriving in your real estate journey while serving with purpose. Tune in and embrace the power of faith-based coaching to sell more homes and impact lives! 

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If you're not on social media, you're missing the party and the referrals.

Too many agents think social is just for fun or flashy branding—but it’s one of the most powerful ways to build trust, grow a business, and create consistent referrals... if you know how to use it. David Denning, co-founder of Jumpstart Go, breaks down the real strategies that are working right now—especially on Facebook—and how relationship-driven agents can win without dancing on TikTok.

David Denning is the co-founder of Jumpstart Go, a social media and marketing powerhouse helping real estate agents and insurance professionals grow their businesses online. A former top sales leader turned coach, David is passionate about helping service-based entrepreneurs use social media to build trust, create connection, and drive consistent business.

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Connect with David: 

- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ddenning3

- Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/jumpstartgo

- Website: https://jumpstartgonow.com/

🎯 Key Takeaways

• Facebook groups are goldmines for organic leads and authentic community.
• Social media isn’t optional—it’s essential for visibility and credibility.
• Engagement builds trust; content alone isn’t enough.
• Focus on one platform, master it, and build real relationships.
• Don’t just create your own group—leverage the right existing groups.
• Always provide value before asking for business.
• The best marketing looks like service, not selling.

⏱️ Chapters

05:36 – Facebook: the platform agents are sleeping on
10:27 – Why agents must show up on social
15:08 – Stop spreading yourself thin—pick your platform
19:48 – How to win inside Facebook groups
22:19 – Relationship > reach
24:35 – Understanding the algorithm so you don’t waste your time
26:56 – How to add value without being salesy

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Success in real estate doesn't need to mean sacrificing your peace, your family, or your faith.

Listen as I share my story on the Life at Ten Tenths podcast. We unpack how I built a 650-home, referral-driven real estate business without cold calling, open houses, or buying leads—while protecting my marriage, family time, and faith.

Huge thank you to my friends at Life at Ten Tenths for having me on! Check them out here: https://www.lifeattentenths.com/

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Key Takeaways

• Identity isn’t a backpack: Your faith and values aren’t something you take on and off—lead with the real you.
• Redefine success: Don’t wear the industry’s scorecard; include profit, marriage, family rhythms, and rest in how you “keep score.”
• Hierarchy of attention: God → spouse → kids → work. Give the best of your attention to what matters most.
• Build for probability, not possibility: Create simple systems you can execute 90–100% of the time—even when life happens.
• Taste and tweak: Run “recipes” for 30 days, then iterate. Did you do all the ingredients? Did the result match the goal?
• Community is a business moat: People have fewer close relationships than ever—be a real friend and referrals follow.
• Authenticity attracts: You won’t be for everyone, and that’s the point. The right people will lean in.

Chapters

1. Relationship-First Origin Story — [02:30]
2. Is the Industry Failing Agents? — [05:04]
3. Redefining Success: The “Dash” & Legacy — [10:53]
4. Building Structure: 50 Deals Under 40 Hours/Week — [13:04]
5. Hierarchy of Attention (God → Spouse → Kids → Work) — [19:17]
6. How to Maintain Your Database & Earn Referrals — [21:00]
7. Unlocking Referrals vs. Just Repeat Business — [28:27]
8. PDA Formula & “Taste and Tweak” Lead-Gen Recipes — [31:04]
9. Consistency Through Hardship; Client Love Stories — [33:01]
10. Authenticity as Strategy (and Why It Attracts) — [41:47]

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