In this episode, Kevin Tuhy joins Bridget Stuart to explore the Ben Franklin Effect and how this simple yet powerful psychological principle can transform your relationships and your business. Kevin explains why asking for favors is not a sign of weakness but a strategy that builds trust, breaks down barriers, and strengthens connections. Together, they discuss how ego often gets in the way of meaningful communication, the role vulnerability plays in leadership, and how intentional outreach creates long-term success.

Episode Highlights

• What the Ben Franklin Effect is—and why it works
• How asking for help builds trust and deepens relationships
• Practical ways to use this principle in real estate and sales
• Why ego can block growth and connection in leadership
• The “Rule of 10” for intentional networking and consistent outreach
• How vulnerability creates trust and opens doors to collaboration

Guest: Kevin Tuhy

Kevin Tuhy is a Leadership, Production & Business Coach with The Coaching Nexus and Team Leader at Keller Williams Realty First in New York. With over 25 years of experience as a business executive and more than 8 years in real estate, Kevin is known for his ability to help professionals build scalable businesses grounded in systems, accountability, and intentional connection. A certified MAPS Coach, Kevin is passionate about leadership, communication, and teaching others how to harness the power of relationships to fuel long-term success.

Connect with Kevin:

Phone number: 845-238-4963

Instagram: @kwnyteamleader

Website: www.kevintuhy.com

Host: Bridget Ann Stuart

Bridget Ann Stuart is an executive strategic performance real estate coach and host of The Inner Estate podcast. With 27 years in the business, she’s known for her deep commitment to personal development, business mindset, and helping real estate professionals grow with purpose. 

Connect with Bridget:

Website: therealbridgetstuart.com

Instagram: @therealbridgetstuart

Facebook: @TheRealBridgetStuart

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In this episode, Debra Pearlman joins Bridget Stuart to talk about the inner work that drives true transformation in life and business. Debra shares her personal journey from a busy New York career to discovering the importance of community, vulnerability, and service to others. She dives into how adversity can spark growth, why delegation is essential to leadership, and how creating a culture of trust empowers everyone to thrive. This conversation is about courage, self-discovery, and the power of letting others contribute.

Episode Highlights

• Why turning inward is key to transformation
• How adversity shapes personal and professional growth
• The importance of service and living with purpose
• Why community and sisterhood matter in leadership
• How to delegate effectively and allow others to “fail forward”
• The role of vulnerability in creating a supportive culture
• Overcoming fear and stepping into empowerment

Book mentioned:

OOMPH! by Debra Pearlman

Guest: Debra Pearlman

Debra Pearlman is a Business & Performance Coach with The Coaching Nexus, founder of The Performance Coach, LLC, and creator of the OOMPH! Method™ and S.H.A.R.P. Sales Training Program™. With more than 25 years of experience, she has helped sales teams increase revenue by 30% or more annually through her focus on mindset, leadership, and performance. A Master Certified NLP Practitioner, Debra is nationally recognized for her transformational coaching and has been featured in the Wall Street Journal Report and WCBS Newsradio 880. She was also named one of Hudson Valley’s Top 50 Women Entrepreneurs. Today, she brings her passion for service, community, and self-discovery into her coaching, helping professionals align strategy with inner growth for lasting success.

Connect with Debra:

Email: [email protected]

Website: debrapearlman.com 

Website: oomphfactor.com

Host: Bridget Ann Stuart

Bridget Ann Stuart is an executive strategic performance real estate coach and host of The Inner Estate podcast. With 27 years in the business, she’s known for her deep commitment to personal development, business mindset, and helping real estate professionals grow with purpose. 

Connect with Bridget:

Website: therealbridgetstuart.com

Instagram: @therealbridgetstuart

Facebook: @TheRealBridgetStuart

Interested in being a guest on The Inner Estate?

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In this episode, Coco Marie Vargas joins Bridget Stuart to explore how small, intentional habits can create massive change in both life and business. Drawing inspiration from James Clear’s bestselling book Atomic Habits, Coco reveals the micro moments and daily routines that fuel her productivity, mental clarity, and client relationships in real estate. She also shares how posture awareness, self-care, and habit stacking can help you build a lifestyle that supports long-term success—one small step at a time.

Episode Highlights

• Why habits are the foundation for freedom and clarity
• How Atomic Habits principles can be applied to real estate and life
• How micro moments can transform your daily energy
• The role of morning routines in setting the day’s tone
• Why you should disable the snooze button for better productivity
• Focusing on three tasks a day to avoid overwhelm
• How posture impacts mental health and performance
• The power of habit stacking to make changes stick
• Tracking progress to stay motivated
• Why genuine care for clients builds stronger relationships
• How to start small for big, lasting results

Book Mentioned:

Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones  by James Clear

Guest: Coco Marie Vargas

Coco Marie Vargas is a Realtor and investor based in Austin, Texas, and a key member of Coco & Team Real Estate at Keller Williams. Since joining the team in 2019, she’s brought fresh insight, community connection, and a bilingual approach to helping clients achieve their real estate dreams. Known for her focus on daily routines, micro habits, and client relationships built on trust, Coco blends personal development with real estate expertise to create meaningful results for her clients and her own life.

Connect with Coco Marie:

Website: cocoandteam.kw.com

Instagram: @hellococomarie

Facebook: @cocoandteamrealestate

Host: Bridget Ann Stuart

Bridget Ann Stuart is an executive strategic performance real estate coach and host of The Inner Estate podcast. With 27 years in the business, she’s known for her deep commitment to personal development, business mindset, and helping real estate professionals grow with purpose. Bridget combines strategy and soul to guide conversations that inspire clarity, action, and success from the inside out.

Connect with Bridget:

Instagram: @therealbridgetstuart

Facebook: @therealbridgetstuart

LinkedIn: Bridget Ann Stuart

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In this episode of The Inner Estate, host Bridget Stuart sits down with National Real Estate Coach and breakthrough expert Brian Curtis to explore the deep connection between Emotional Intelligence (EQ) and success in both life and business. Brian shares how unprocessed emotions, past traumas, and limiting beliefs can quietly shape our relationships, decision-making, and happiness—and how to break free from those patterns.

From Mental and Emotional Release (MER) techniques to reframing limiting beliefs, Brian walks us through proven tools for releasing emotional baggage, building resilience, and resetting our energy in relationships. Whether you’re navigating personal growth, recovering from setbacks, or striving for professional excellence, this conversation offers practical steps to elevate your emotional well-being and live with greater purpose.

Episode Highlights

• How Emotional Intelligence shapes success in both life and business
• The link between negative emotions, productivity loss, and unhappiness
• MER techniques for releasing trauma and emotional dependencies
• How past experiences influence current relationships and reactions
• Understanding the role of the unconscious mind in emotional healing
• How limiting beliefs and addiction patterns develop—and how to shift them
• The power of community support in accelerating personal growth
• Why goal setting is critical after clearing emotional baggage
• Positive thinking as a catalyst for better outcomes
• The role of coaching in accountability and sustained growth

Books Mentioned in This Episode

• The Sedona Method — Hale Dwoskin
• MER, Mental and Emotional Release — Dr. Matt James
• Mental and Emotional Release (MER) / Timeline Therapy — Dr. Tad James
• Emotional Intelligence 2.0 — Jean Greaves & Travis Bradberry

Articles & Techniques Referenced

• Somatic Body Release
• Tuning Fork Therapy
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) 
• NLP Perceptual Positions
• Head’s Up Clinic — Patrick Scott, PhD, LCSW, DCSW, FAPA
• Ho’oponopono — Hawaiian Forgiveness Process

Guest: Brian Curtis

Brian Curtis is a National Real Estate Coach with The Coaching Nexus, broker-owner of HomeQuest Realty, and team leader of the top-performing Curtis Realty Group in Northwest Arkansas. With over 23 years of experience, Brian has helped thousands of clients buy and sell homes while mentoring agents nationwide. His expertise spans Emotional Intelligence coaching, business systems, automation, and leadership development, with a passion for helping others overcome limiting beliefs and emotional barriers to achieve their goals.

Connect with Brian:

Website: 126coaching.com

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Host: Bridget Ann Stuart

Bridget Ann Stuart is an executive strategic performance real estate coach and host of The Inner Estate podcast. With 27 years in the business, she’s known for her deep commitment to personal development, business mindset, and helping real estate professionals grow with purpose. Bridget combines strategy and soul to guide conversations that inspire clarity, action, and success from the inside out.

Connect with Bridget:

Instagram: @therealbridgetstuart

Facebook: @therealbridgetstuart

LinkedIn: Bridget Ann Stuart

Interested in being a guest on The Inner Estate?

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In this episode, Kereen Henry joins Bridget Stuart to share how she’s leveraging AI to transform her real estate business and personal life. As the founder of the Kereen Henry Luxury Group and a top-producing Luxury Associate Broker, Kereen reveals how AI tools are helping her streamline operations, personalize client interactions, and maintain a healthier work-life balance. From preparing for client consultations with precision to automating repetitive tasks, she demonstrates why embracing technology is key to staying competitive in today’s market.

Episode Highlights

• How AI can enhance productivity and efficiency in real estate
• Teaching AI your preferences for more accurate, personalized results
• Creative ways to apply AI both in business and daily life
• Preparing for client consultations with AI-powered insights
• Using AI to tailor marketing strategies to your style and audience
• Why embracing AI now is essential to stay competitive
• Freeing up time for networking and relationship-building through automation

Book Mentioned:

The New Gold Standard: 5 Leadership Principles for Creating a Legendary Customer Experience Courtesy of the Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company by by Joseph Michelli

Guest: Kereen Henry

Kereen Henry is a Luxury Associate Broker with Keller Williams Realty in Atlanta and founder of the Kereen Henry Luxury Group. Ranked among the top 5% of Georgia Realtors, she is a member of the prestigious Keller Williams Agent Leadership Council and a nationally recognized speaker and author. With nearly 20 years of real estate investing experience and over a decade as a top-producing agent, Kereen is known for her white-glove service, strategic marketing, and ability to create systems that fuel business growth.

Connect with Kereen:

Website: www.kereenhenry.com

Instagram: @kereenhenryluxurygroup

Facebook: @kereenhenryluxurygroup

Host: Bridget Ann Stuart

Bridget Ann Stuart is an executive strategic performance real estate coach and host of The Inner Estate podcast. With 27 years in the business, she’s known for her deep commitment to personal development, business mindset, and helping real estate professionals grow with purpose. 

Connect with Bridget:

Instagram: @therealbridgetstuart

Facebook: @therealbridgetstuart

LinkedIn: Bridget Ann Stuart

Interested in being a guest on The Inner Estate?

I would love to hear your story. You can view available dates and request to join the show here: calendly.com/theinnerestatepodcast

In this episode, Katie Cassidy joins Bridget Stuart to talk about the power of communication beyond words—and how simple tools like mirroring and matching can change everything in your client relationships. Katie shares how she uses body language, vocal tone, and empathy to build trust, create comfort, and guide clients through emotionally charged decisions. With a background in both civil engineering and military service, Katie brings a practical and grounded perspective to one of the most overlooked skills in real estate: nonverbal connection.

Episode Highlights How mirroring and matching help clients feel seen, heard, and safe Why body language is a silent but powerful tool in building rapport What it means to create emotional comfort before offering real estate solutions How to center yourself before appointments for better outcomes Ways to build trust and connection across a full transaction

Guest: Katie Cassidy Katie Cassidy is a Realtor based in Asheville, North Carolina, known for her grounded, empathetic approach to communication. With a background in civil engineering and military service, she brings a unique lens to rapport-building, negotiation, and people-first service. Katie’s work emphasizes the importance of mirroring, emotional awareness, and connection to guide clients with calm and clarity throughout the buying and selling process.

Connect with Katie: Facebook: @Katie-Cassidy-Realtor Website: www.peakpropertiesnc.com Zillow: @KatieC28803

Host: Bridget Ann Stuart Bridget Ann Stuart is an executive strategic performance real estate coach and host of The Inner Estate podcast. With 27 years in the business, she’s known for her deep commitment to personal development, business mindset, and helping real estate professionals grow with purpose.

Connect with Bridget: Instagram: @therealbridgetstuart Facebook: @TheRealBridgetStuart LinkedIn: Bridget Ann Stuart

Interested in being a guest on The Inner Estate? I would love to hear your story. You can view available dates and request to join the show here: calendly.com/theinnerestatepodcast

In this episode, Tony Caliendo joins Bridget Stuart to explore how our thoughts directly influence our results—in business and in life. Tony breaks down his signature Thought Flow Model and shares how intentional thinking, mindset shifts, and energy awareness can create meaningful transformation. From overcoming resistance to embracing change, this conversation offers powerful strategies to rewire the way you think and lead.

Episode Highlights How the Thought Flow Model connects your thoughts to your outcomes Why energy and emotion influence how effective your actions are How to overcome internal resistance rooted in fear The role of self-reflection and journaling in identifying thought patterns Why mindset is everything—especially in real estate and leadership

Book Mentioned in This Episode The Four Questions by Byron Katie

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Guest: Tony Caliendo Tony Caliendo is a Master Coach, speaker, and co-founder of reTHINK Coaching. With over 24 years of entrepreneurial experience and certifications in NLP and MER®, Tony helps real estate professionals, entrepreneurs, and sales leaders unlock breakthroughs in mindset and business. He’s known for his ability to combine deep personal transformation with actionable strategies—most notably through his Thought Flow Model, which empowers people to shift their results by shifting their thinking.

Connect with Tony: Website: www.rethinkcoaching.com Podcast: The Mindset Architect Instagram: @tonymcaliendo Facebook: @rethinkcoachingllc LinkedIn: Tony Caliendo

Host: Bridget Ann Stuart Bridget Ann Stuart is an executive strategic performance real estate coach and host of The Inner Estate podcast. With 27 years in the business, she’s known for her deep commitment to personal development, business mindset, and helping real estate professionals grow with purpose.

Connect with Bridget: Instagram: @therealbridgetstuart Facebook: @TheRealBridgetStuart LinkedIn: Bridget Ann Stuart

Interested in being a guest on The Inner Estate? I would love to hear your story. You can view available dates and request to join the show here: calendly.com/theinnerestatepodcast

In this episode, Lauryn Eadie joins Bridget Stuart to talk about the mindset and strategies that help real estate professionals grow with intention. Lauryn shares how defining your "why" can keep you focused and motivated, especially during challenging times. She also explains the value of short-term goals, what financial flexibility really means, and why surrounding yourself with the right people is essential.

Episode Highlights Why knowing your "why" gives you direction and staying power in business How short-term goals can build long-term momentum What financial flexibility really means—and how to achieve it The importance of time management, especially as you grow a team How mindset and environment shape your success

Book Mentioned in This Episode The 12-Week-Year by Brian Moran and Michael Lennington

Guest: Lauryn Eadie Lauryn Eadie is a top-producing Realtor, founder of Circadian Realty Group with REAL Brokerage, and a recognized leader in Northern Virginia real estate. With nearly 20 years of experience and over 1,000 homes sold, she’s been featured in Washingtonian and Northern Virginia Magazine as one of the area’s top agents. Known for her focus on short-term goals, financial flexibility, and people-first leadership, Lauryn brings clarity and strategy to every stage of growth.

Connect with Lauryn: Website: www.circadianteam.com Instagram: @livinginreston Facebook: @circadianteam LinkedIn: Lauryn Eadie

Host: Bridget Ann Stuart Bridget Ann Stuart is an executive strategic performance real estate coach and host of The Inner Estate podcast. With 27 years in the business, she’s known for her deep commitment to personal development, business mindset, and helping real estate professionals grow with purpose. Bridget combines strategy and soul to guide conversations that inspire clarity, action, and success from the inside out.

Connect with Bridget: Instagram: @therealbridgetstuart Facebook: @TheRealBridgetStuart LinkedIn: Bridget Ann Stuart

Interested in being a guest on The Inner Estate? I would love to hear your story. You can view available dates and request to join the show here: calendly.com/theinnerestatepodcast

In this soulful episode of The Inner Estate, host Bridget Stuart sits down with Corsicana-based Realtor and team leader Christina Cerda to explore how celebrating life’s big and small moments can transform both family and business. Christina shares personal stories of creating meaningful family traditions, boosting her children’s self-worth, and how those same principles have shaped her business success in real estate.

Book: The Power of Moments by Chip Heath - Why Certain Experiences Have Extraordinary Impact

Key topics: Creating meaningful family traditions Instilling self-esteem in children Celebrating milestones in business Maintaining client relationships beyond transactions Reframing loss as opportunity Designing a life filled with joy, presence, and legacy

🎧 Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and everywhere you listen.

Connect with Christina Cerda: Website: www.christinacerda.com Facebook: ChristinaCerdaRealtor Instagram: @christinacerdarealtor

In this episode of The Inner Estate, we sit down with Jonathan Leach, a real estate powerhouse who started his career at just 18 years old. Now leading a high-performing team in Joplin, Missouri, and Northwest Arkansas, Jonathan shares his inspiring journey of building confidence, mastering lead generation, and developing a team with low turnover and high trust.

We cover: How Jonathan built his business from scratch Why consistency in lead generation pays off What he tells every aspiring young agent How to build strong teams with longevity Why mindset is your greatest asset in this industry

📩 Connect with Jonathan Leach: Website: jonathanleachteam.com Email: [email protected] Instagram: @jonathanleachteam Facebook: @kellerwilliamsjonathanleach