In this episode of The Utterly Indispensable Podcast for Estate Agents, I’m joined by Russell Quirk — a true heavyweight in the property world.

Russell has worn many hats: founder of one of the earliest online estate agencies (Emoov), PR powerhouse at ProperPR, media commentator, and political firestarter on TalkTV.

But beyond the headlines, this episode dives into the real story — the highs, the tough times, and what it takes to bounce back when the dream doesn’t go to plan.

He shares:

Russell doesn’t hold back — and whether you love him, disagree with him, or just want a brutally honest take on the industry, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss.

🎧 Listen now and get ready for some unfiltered insight into property, PR, and perseverance.

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This week, I’m joined by Verona Frankish, CEO of Yopa—and someone who proves that when she speaks, it’s well worth listening. Verona shares powerful insights on what it really takes to run and grow a business. From her early career at Marks & Spencer, to her deep experience in mortgages and financial services, she’s taken a unique path to the top—and it shows in her leadership style. In this episode, we talk about: • How not being an estate agent gave her the edge • Why asking the right questions matters more than having all the answers • The importance of curiosity in leadership • Practical advice any business owner can take away today Whether you're in property or not, this episode is packed with wisdom from someone who’s led major change across industries. #Podcast #Leadership #BusinessGrowth #EstateAgency #Yopa #VeronaFrankish #WomenInLeadership #Entrepreneurship

Tired of being an order taker?

Sick of the grey-suit, corporate clone wars of estate agency?
Then you’re going to love this one.

This week, I sit down with Mark Meyers—CEO of The Meyers Group and the man behind Rebel Agent. And let me tell you... this one jumped the queue.

Mark isn’t just another trainer in a tired industry—he’s the spark plug for agents who are ready to break the rules, raise their fees, and finally run their business on their own terms.

In this episode:
✅ Why the “order-taking” model is broken—and how to break free
✅ What Mark learned from estate agency in Australia (and why it works here too)
✅ How you can create real efficiency, profit, and freedom in your business
✅ Why building a community is more powerful than building an empire

This isn’t theory.
It’s real-world rebellion, with a surfboard under one arm and a P&L in the other.

If you want to stop playing small, ditch the politics, and build a business that works for your life—hit play now.

🎙️ The Utterly Indispensable Podcast for Estate Agents – with Peter Kennedy 🎙️

Peter Kennedy has been in the property game nearly as long as I have—which means he’s seen it all, done it all, and still has the hunger for more.

For 20 years, he’s been building Kennedys’ Independent Property Agents into one of the most enviable businesses in the Surrey Hills. Many estate agents would love to have what he’s created. But here’s the kicker: he’s not done yet.

In this episode, we dive into:
✅ The secrets behind his success—what’s worked and what hasn’t
✅ Why staying small can be a competitive advantage
✅ His next big move—and why after 40 years, he’s still pushing forward

Peter’s got decades of experience, but what makes him stand out is his up-to-date attitude. There’s a lot to learn from his journey, but even more from his mindset.

In this episode, I sit down with Mark Bevan, Sales Director of Loop, the next-generation estate agency software. With 15 years of experience across training, solution sales, and working with estate agents of all sizes, Mark knows what it takes to deliver a CRM that truly works for agents.

We dive into:
✅ How Loop is revolutionizing estate agency software with CRM, prospecting, and market intelligence in one powerful platform
✅ Why engagement with agents is key—how Mark and his team ensure users get the most out of the system
✅ The importance of feedback-driven development and how Loop evolves based on real agent needs

If you're in the industry and want to stay ahead, this is an episode you don’t want to miss!

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This week, I sit down with Dan Firth, Managing Director of Bid, to talk all things property auctions and estate agency evolution.

Bid helps estate agents integrate auctions into their business, but there’s a lot from the auction world that can be applied to standard agency practice too. Faster transactions, motivated buyers, and more certainty—sound familiar?

But the real eye-opener? Dan’s inside view on Purplebricks.

💡 Love them or hate them, Purplebricks changed the UK estate agency landscape—and the ripple effects are still being felt today. Even more interesting? The number of industry influencers who started their careers there.

This episode is packed with insights, lessons, and a behind-the-scenes look at one of the most disruptive brands in the sector.

If you think PropTech and CRMs are dry subjects, you’ve clearly never met Simon Whale. A man who describes himself as "certainly in the top one" of industry legends, Simon has spent over 20 years shaping the PropTech landscape, helping Reapit become the CRM of choice for top agents worldwide.

In this episode, we dive into his journey—from selling Reapit to launching Kerfuffle, the platform that helps agents navigate the tech minefield (with a fair bit of mischief along the way). Expect insights, industry know-how, and plenty of laughs.

With his charm, quick wit, and encyclopedic knowledge of all things estate agency tech, it’s a wonder this isn’t a Netflix documentary. But for now, it’s an utterly indispensable podcast for estate agents episode packed with valuable takeaways for estate agents.

🎧 Listen now and get the inside track on PropTech from the industry’s most entertaining expert.

Six months ago, I sat down with Ross McKenzie to talk about his estate agency, Isla-Alexander. He was full of energy, big plans, and excitement for the future. Fast forward to today, and Ross has taken on a brand-new venture—Open Moove, a tech startup set to shake up the home-moving process.

So, how did he do it? How do you launch a startup while already running a business? And what made him shift his focus to something completely new?

In this episode, Ross shares:
✅ The vision behind Open Moove and why the industry needs it
✅ How he balances multiple businesses without losing momentum
✅ The mindset shifts required to embrace new opportunities

There’s a huge amount to learn from Ross about taking action, managing priorities, and making big moves in business. Don’t miss this one!

If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to buy or sell an estate agency business, this episode is for you. This week, I travelled to Cardiff to sit down with Leon Gorman, the founder of Think Acquisition, a specialist in helping property service business owners successfully sell, buy, or scale through acquisitions. Leon isn’t just another business broker—his background in aeronautical engineering gives him a highly analytical, no-nonsense approach to deal-making. And with a track record of over 125 successful investments, he knows what separates a business that sells from one that struggles. In this episode, we cover: ✅ The reality of selling your agency—what buyers are really looking for ✅ How to increase the value of your business before you sell ✅ The power of acquisitions—why buying another business might be your fastest route to growth ✅ Common mistakes sellers make (and how to avoid them) If you’ve ever thought about exiting, expanding, or future-proofing your agency, this episode is packed with real-world advice you won’t want to miss.

If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to buy or sell an estate agency business, this episode is for you.

This week, I traveled to Cardiff to sit down with Leon Gorman, the founder of Think Acquisition, a specialist in helping property service business owners successfully sell, buy, or scale through acquisitions.

Leon isn’t just another business broker—his background in aeronautical engineering gives him a highly analytical, no-nonsense approach to deal-making. And with a track record of over 125 successful investments, he knows what separates a business that sells from one that struggles.

In this episode, we cover:
✅ The reality of selling your agency—what buyers are really looking for
✅ How to increase the value of your business before you sell
✅ The power of acquisitions—why buying another business might be your fastest route to growth
✅ Common mistakes sellers make (and how to avoid them)

If you’ve ever thought about exiting, expanding, or future-proofing your agency, this episode is packed with real-world advice you won’t want to miss.