Best Jeff Somers Podcasts (2025)

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Creative Financing Solutions with Caleb Christopher 28:56

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In this powerful new episode of the Be The Solution Podcast, host Maria Quattrone sits down with Caleb Christopher, founder of Creative TC, a national consulting company specializing in creative financing and complex non-traditional real estate deals. Caleb handles the “weird stuff” in real estate — creative structures like Subject-To, Hybrid Finan…

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Building a Business Around Relationships with Simon Westfall-Kwong 33:56

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In this episode of the Be The Solution Podcast, Maria Quattrone welcomes Simon Westfall-Kwong, CEO and Team Leader of the LuxeLife Group in North Jersey. Simon shares how he built one of the most admired real estate relationship systems in the region — his SOI Playbook — focused on authentic connection, consistent communication, and community-drive…

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Conversations Create Commissions: Prospecting, Skills, and Consistency with Jeff Quintin 34:58

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This morning, I had the pleasure of sitting down with my longtime friend and industry legend, Jeff Quintin, CEO of The Quintin Group. Jeff and I go way back—over two decades of friendship, competition, and growth in this wild business of real estate. In this episode, we dive into what’s really working in today’s market, what’s always worked, and ho…

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From Socks To Sales: Building A Real Estate Routine That Works with Tim Garrity 42:14

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On this episode, I sit down with my longtime friend and industry peer, Tim Garrity—a Philly real estate leader known for relentless consistency, content-driven marketing, and building a business that serves both his clients and his life. We dig into the habits that actually move the needle (hello, 5 AM start times and “eat the frog”), why consisten…

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Erin Somers on THE TEN YEAR AFFAIR and Naomi Huffman on Katherine Dunn 1:08:15

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Jeff is joined by Erin Somers to talk about her terrific new novel, The Ten Year Affair. Then, editor Naomi Huffman on Katherine Dunn, Geek Love, and the new collection of Dunn's work, Near Flesh. Subscribe to First Edition via RSS, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify. Check out Zero to Well-Read, wherever you get your podcasts. This content contains affili…

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Survive, Then Thrive: Adaptability, Leadership & Philly Real Estate with Chris Somers 38:23

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I sat down with my longtime friend (and friendly competitor) Chris Somers, CEO of The Somers Team. We’ve both been in this wild real estate world for 22 years, and today we went straight at it—adaptability, leadership, and getting deals to the finish line when the market isn’t giving anyone freebies. I opened with a line that anchors me: “The most …

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Smash the Mold: Reinventing Real Estate with Kevelyn Guzman 41:56

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In this dynamic episode of Be the Solution, host Maria Quattrone sits down with powerhouse real estate leader Kevelyn Guzman, a woman who's not only reshaped how brokerages operate—but how leaders lead. As Regional Vice President at Coldwell Banker Warburg, Kevelyn has spent more than two decades building innovative, people-first solutions for New …

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The No Pants Cocktail Hour Episode 87: Free from Want 33:03

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The No Pants Cocktail Hour Episode 87: Author Jeff Somers drinks some Glenmorangie: A Tale of Ice Cream and reads his short story "Free from Want," which appeared in Fission #2 in 2022. jeffreysomers.comBy Jeff Somers

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Censorship, Inclusivity, Book Banning and more with Hachette CEO David Shelley 37:40

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Hachette CEO David Shelley joins Jeff to talk about how Hachette is fighting book bans and censorship, working on greater exclusivity and access, and other issues facing publishing today. Subscribe to First Edition via RSS, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify. Check out Zero to Well-Read, wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Vis…

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The Guggenheim Fellowships at 100 47:01

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Over its first century The Guggenheim Fellowships have supported more than 19,000 artists, writers, thinkers, scientists, and makers of ideas and culture in America. In honor of this milestone, The Guggenheim Fellowship at 100, on view at The New York Historical Society through November 30th, shows off correspondence, application materials, cultura…

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From Burnout to Boundless: Craig Lerch on Reinventing a Real Estate Life 55:05

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By Maria Quattrone

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What if the “how” isn’t the hurdle, but your ego is? 41:28

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What if your clients didn’t need you in the room to feel fully served? We sit down with Guillermo Salas—born and raised in Philly, now raising four kids in Madrid—to unpack how he moved abroad, kept his real estate business thriving, and actually got closer to the life he wanted. The surprise isn’t that remote real estate works; it’s that leading w…

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Sasha Bonét on THE WATERBEARERS and Jason Diamond on KAPLAN'S PLOT 1:20:54

2M ago1:20:54

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Jeff talks with Sasha Bonét about her memoir, The Waterbearers. Then, Jason Diamond joins to talk about his debut novel, Kaplan's Plot. Subscribe to First Edition via RSS, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify. For episode extras, subscribe to the First Edition Substack. This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an a…

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Home Inspection Secrets That Can Save Your Next Deal with Corwin Jackson 23:29

2M ago23:29

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Ever wonder what's really happening during those crucial hours of a home inspection? In our eye-opening conversation with returning guest Corwin Jackson, we pull back the curtain on this pivotal moment in the real estate transaction that can make or break a deal. Corwin dismantles the common misconception that home inspectors are "deal killers," ex…

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Dial, Grind, Close: How Robin Martin Brute-Forced His Way to Success 35:36

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What if the answer you've been searching for is simply putting in the work? That's the powerful message Robin Martin, leader of Premier Home Team at Keller Williams, shares in this compelling conversation about persistence, discipline, and accountability in real estate. Drawing from his background as a college track coach, Robin reveals how he "bru…

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I Point at The Things I Wish to Command 36:56

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The No Pants Cocktail Hour Episode 86: Author Jeff Somers drinks some Rabbit Hole Sucrule and reads his short story "I Point at the Things I Wish to Command," which appeared in Geeky Giving back in 2016. jeffreysomers.comBy Jeff Somers

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The Power of Discipline and Relentlessness: Michelle Berman - Mikel's Journey 47:31

2M ago47:31

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What if the question that annoyed you throughout childhood became the guiding principle for your success? For Michelle Berman-Mikel, founder of Beyond the Method, her father's persistent question after every swim meet—"Was that the best you could do today?"—transformed from a frustrating interrogation into the cornerstone of her business philosophy…

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How to Make a Literary Festival with Amanda Bullock and Creating Modern Book Coverage with Boris Kachka 1:22:11

3M ago1:22:11

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First Edition returns after a summer hiatus. Amanda Bullock of Portland's Literary Arts talks about how to make a literary festival, Literary Arts growth over the past several years, and advice for book festival attendees. Then, The Atlantic Books editor Boris Kachka joins to talk about The Atlantic's new The Writer's Way series and creating modern…

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Building Your Real Estate Empire One Relationship at a Time 25:45

2M ago25:45

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The secret to lasting success in real estate isn't found in flashy marketing campaigns or viral social media strategies—it's built one meaningful relationship at a time. Broker Gina Romano reveals how this philosophy has fueled her 21-year career during a candid conversation with Maria Quattrone on the Be the Solution podcast. "In relationships, th…

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Life by Design: Overcoming Fear and Living with Purpose 54:40

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What does it truly mean to live life by design? In this powerful conversation with returning guest Dan Zytowski, we explore the transformative philosophy that "life begins when you step outside your comfort zone." Dan shares his journey from being a self-described "depressed millionaire" flipping houses to creating a life centered on purpose, prese…

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Harnessing Fear, Honoring Culture: Jay Doran on Self-Mastery and Building Vision-Driven Businesses 42:31

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What would you attempt if you knew you couldn't fail? This question lies at the heart of entrepreneurship, where fear often becomes the invisible barrier between where we are and where we want to be. Jay Doran, culture expert and founder of Culture Matters, takes us on a journey through the complex relationship between fear and organizational cultu…

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The No Pants Cocktail Hour Episode 85: The Kendish Hit 1:15:47

3M ago1:15:47

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The No Pants Cocktail Hour Episode 85: Author Jeff Somers drinks Mellow Corn like a teenager and reads his Avery Cates short story "The Kendish Hit," and has an unfortunate epiphany about the title. jeffreysomers.comBy Jeff Somers

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From Real Estate to Soul Coach: Jennifer Maher's Journey of Transformation 33:05

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Jennifer Maher's return to the Be The Solution podcast takes us on a profound journey from her days as a real estate professional to her current calling as a soulful prosperity coach. What begins as a conversation about Buddhist philosophy—Jennifer reveals she's an ordained Buddhist priest—quickly evolves into a masterclass on personal transformati…

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Revamp365: The Software Revolutionizing Real Estate Investment 31:37

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Drew Farnese's journey from flipping houses to creating revolutionary real estate investment software reveals how mindset shapes business success. After years of manually analyzing MLS data through Excel spreadsheets to find profitable investment properties, Drew transformed this process into Revamp365.ai – a platform that automatically evaluates t…

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When to Call the Short Sale Expert: Insights from Matt Merenoff 31:49

4M ago31:49

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Uncovering the truth about today's real estate market reveals a surprising reality: short sales didn't disappear after COVID - they're hiding in plain sight. Matthew Marinoff of Real Estate Recovery Group returns to the Be the Solution podcast to shatter common misconceptions and expose the current landscape of distressed properties. Drawing on two…

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When You Stop Trying So Hard, Magic Happens 38:34

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What if the key to real estate success isn't working harder, but shifting your energy? That transformative question lies at the heart of this eye-opening conversation with veteran Philadelphia real estate professional Janice Bensock. Drawing on 21 years of industry experience, Janice shares her remarkable journey from operating in constant "doing m…

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What Are Social Media Algorithms Doing to How We Talk? 26:21

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Jeff talks to Adam Aleksic about his new book, Algospeak: How Social Media is Transforming the Future of Language. Not sure if you will better or worse about how algorithms, censorship, and influencer culture are shaping language, but you will at least understand it better. Subscribe to First Edition via RSS, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify. For episode…

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Mastering the Open House: Persistence, People, and the Path to Real Estate Success 32:43

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Persistence is the vehicle that carries ambition to success. This powerful truth serves as the foundation for our conversation with Philadelphia real estate veteran Pam Rosser-Thistle, who has built a thriving business by mastering one fundamental activity: open houses. Pam conducts 50-75 open houses annually, revealing why they form the "top of th…

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The No Pants Cocktail Hour Episode 84: The Bonus Situation 44:57

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The No Pants Cocktail Hour Episode 84: Author Jeff Somers drinks Courage and Conviction Single Malt Whiskey and reads his short story "The Bonus Situation," which appeared in the anthology "Mech: Age of Steel." jeffreysomers.comBy Jeff Somers

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Mastering the Art of Connection in Real Estate Success with Coach Lucy 33:43

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What does it truly take to succeed in real estate? Coach Lucy reveals the answer isn't complicated, but it demands something many aren't willing to give: pure, unadulterated will. Coach Lucy joins Maria to share how her Winner's Wednesday Productivity Bootcamp is transforming real estate agents through a simple formula. Unlike typical networking ev…

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Missing 20% of Your Work Time Equals 2.4 Lost Months 4:16

5M ago4:16

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Ever wonder why some sales professionals consistently hit their numbers while others struggle? The answer might be simpler than you think. Today I'm sharing a powerful realization from our morning success huddle that shocked my entire team. We've all had those days when picking up the phone feels impossible, but what's the real cost of giving in to…

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HOT GIRLS WITH BALLS by Benedict Nguyen 36:25

5M ago36:25

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Jeff talks about Hot Girls with Balls with author Benedict Nguyen. Subscribe to First Edition via RSS, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify. For episode extras, subscribe to the First Edition Substack. The Book Riot Podcast Live at Powell’s on July 9th, 2025 This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate com…

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From Pebble to Avalanche: How AI Transforms Real Estate Business 39:54

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Growth happens when you step outside your comfort zone—a principle perfectly exemplified by real estate innovators Stacie and Bruno as they pioneered AI integration into their business. What began as experimentation with new technologies evolved into a comprehensive system that now saves them 8-12 hours weekly while enhancing their digital presence…

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A Rare Bookseller Turns to Fantasy: Oliver Darkshire & ISABELLA NAGG AND THE POT OF BASIL 27:04

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Jeff talks to rare-bookseller turned fantasy author Oliver Darkshire about his debut work of fantasy, Isabella Nagg and the Pot of Basil. Darkshire's breakout memoir of being an accidental rare bookseller is Once Upon a Tome. Subscribe to First Edition via RSS, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify. For episode extras, subscribe to the First Edition Substack.…

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The No Pants Cocktail Hour Episode 83: Time's Thumb 1:16:13

5M ago1:16:13

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The No Pants Cocktail Hour Episode 83: Author Jeff Somers drinks Taketsuru Pure Malt Whisky and reads his short story "Time's Thumb," which was never published but fed into dozens of subsequent stories and novels. jeffreysomers.comBy Jeff Somers

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From Mourning to Making Art: A Conversation With Peter Mendelsund 58:30

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Peter Mendelsund is a writer, book designer, musician, novelist, and painter. And he has two books coming out within just a couple of weeks of each other: Exhibitionist and Weepers. We talk about both in deep, wide-ranging conversation. This is a good one. Subscribe to First Edition via RSS, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify. For episode extras, subscribe…

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An Agent's View on Publishing and Writing a Book 47:15

5M ago47:15

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Kate McKean joins Jeff to talk about her new book, Write Through It: An Insider's Guide to Publishing and the Creative Life. Kate is a literary agent at the Howard Morhaim Literary Agency and writes the extremely interesting and popular Agents + Books newsletter. Subscribe to First Edition via RSS, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify. For episode extras, su…

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Health, Wealth, and the Lost Art of Conversation in Sales 7:11

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Your health is your wealth, and what you do when you're not feeling your best reveals your true character and commitment to success. I'm sharing something controversial today, but it's a truth I've proven time and again: the foundation of every successful real estate transaction begins with a simple conversation. While scrolling through social medi…

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Work Works: Why Real Connections Drive Real Results 7:11

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Ready for an uncomfortable truth about sales success? The most effective strategy isn't a fancy new technique or social media hack - it's simply doing the work. This candid conversation pulls back the curtain on what really drives results in real estate and sales professions. Your database holds gold. Those contacts from two, three, even four years…

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The "I Wish I Could Read All Day" Books of June 36:02

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I am working on a permanent title for this episode format, where I just run through a bunch of books I am interested in that are coming out in the current month. You get the idea. Subscribe to First Edition via RSS, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify. For episode extras, subscribe to the First Edition Substack. Tailored Book Recommendations has the chops t…

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The Magic Formula Doesn't Exist: You Have to Do the Work 8:34

6M ago8:34

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What does it truly mean to "be the solution" in your professional and personal life? Drawing from 31 years of experience in real estate sales, I share powerful insights about accountability and the unwavering commitment required for success. The journey starts with a simple personal challenge - 28 days without wine. But this experiment represents s…

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Susan Choi on FLASHLIGHT & Damon Young on THAT'S HOW THEY GET YOU 58:42

6M ago58:42

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June new releases are hopping. Jeff talks to Susan Choi about her new novel, Flashlight. Then, Damon Young comes on to talk about his new anthology, That's How They Get You: An Unruly Anthology of Black Humor. Subscribe to First Edition via RSS, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify. For episode extras, subscribe to the First Edition Substack. Tailored Book R…

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I'm terrified, but I'm doing it anyway—100 appointments in 31 days 6:12

6M ago6:12

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Growth happens at the edges of comfort. That's the philosophy driving my most ambitious professional challenge yet—scheduling 100 real estate listing appointments in the month of March, more than doubling my previous record of 42 appointments in a single month. The vulnerability is palpable in my voice as I share this goal. I'm flushing, anxious, a…

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Wisdom, Aphorisms, and THE SECRETS OF ADULTHOOD with Gretchen Rubin 38:39

6M ago38:39

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Gretchen Rubin returns to the show to talk about wisdom, aphorisms, and her new book, The Secrets of Adulthood. PLUS: a silent reading challenge coming in June that anyone can do. Subscribe to First Edition via RSS, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify. For episode extras, subscribe to the First Edition Substack. Email jeff at firstedition (at) bookriot (dot…

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You Can't Control Results, But You Can Control Your Process 4:18

6M ago4:18

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Ever feel like you're doing everything right but the results just aren't coming? That's because we're often looking in the wrong place. The real secret to success isn't in chasing outcomes—it's in perfecting your process. Through a revealing story about a $600,000 listing that faced multiple delays, I share why patient persistence matters more than…

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Vacation or Vocation? Choose Your Memorial Day Wisely 2:32

6M ago2:32

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Deserve a long weekend off? That's the provocative question at the heart of this raw, unfiltered discussion about what it truly takes to succeed in business and real estate. The answer isn't simple. Those who've been consistently working hard, generating results, and building a strong pipeline of clients and deals have earned the right to enjoy som…

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Being the Solution Means Becoming Who You Were Meant to Be 4:40

6M ago4:40

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"You will be paid in direct proportion to what you know that you give away." This powerful truth has transformed my approach to business and life, leading me to create over 2,100 videos—with 600 just in the last year and a half—all with the goal of sharing everything I know to help others succeed. The concept is beautifully simple: contribution is …

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The Sacrament 1:01:29

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The No Pants Cocktail Hour Episode 82: Author Jeff Somers drinks The Ox Single Malt and reads his short story "The Sacrament," almost published a few years ago. jeffreysomers.comBy Jeff Somers

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The Legacy of Determination: Why Winners Never Quit 7:31

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"Winners never quit and quitters never win." These words form the foundation of a powerful reminder about our responsibility to persevere—not just for ourselves, but for those who came before us. The journey of our ancestors contains profound lessons about determination. They crossed oceans on lengthy voyages, often arriving with nothing but their …

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The Sunday Setup: Four Keys to a Productive Week 2:44

6M ago2:44

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Ever find yourself standing in front of your closet each morning, wasting precious mental energy on what to wear? Or having that pointless back-and-forth conversation about dinner plans? These seemingly small decisions silently sabotage your productivity by depleting your decision-making reserves before you've tackled anything meaningful. This epis…