Garrett Maroon shares a raw and honest reflection on the toxic hustle culture that dominates the real estate industry. He opens up about his own experience with the pressure to perform, the addiction to sales, and the emptiness that comes from tying identity to production numbers.

Garrett challenges Christian real estate agents to redefine success through a biblical lens, root their confidence in Christ, and step off the hamster wheel of constant hustle. If you've ever felt burned out, inadequate, or stuck in the comparison trap, this episode offers hope, truth, and practical encouragement to find lasting peace and purpose in your business journey.

Key Takeaways:

✅ Hustle culture promotes an unhealthy obsession with performance.
✅ Your identity is in Christ, not your closings or commissions.
✅ The industry often celebrates success at the expense of relationships and health.
✅ Redefining success through faith leads to true fulfillment.
✅ Comparison fuels burnout and steals your joy.
✅ Confidence and rest should come from your relationship with God, not sales stats.
✅ The cycle of hustle is celebrated but often leads to emptiness.
✅ Work-life balance is not a luxury—it’s a necessity for long-term health and impact.
✅ Garrett offers a free guide to help you reclaim your identity in Christ as a real estate agent.
✅ Your calling is greater than your closings.

Episode Chapters:

⏳ 00:00 – Welcome & Introduction to Hustle Culture in Real Estate
🔥 02:51 – The Addiction to Sales and Performance-Based Identity
✝️ 06:12 – Replacing Hustle with Christ-Centered Identity
🎯 08:51 – Redefining What Success Means in Your Career
📘 12:03 – Final Encouragement & Free Resources for Agents

Resources & Opportunities:

📩 Are you tired of the hustle? Download my free guide: 3 Lies Christian Agents Believe—and the Truth That Will Set You Free
🔗 https://www.210collective.com/podcast

📞 Want to be in Business with Garrett and Christian agents around the globe? Schedule a call with Garrett to learn about the 2:10 Collective on the eXp Realty platform
🔗 https://calendar.app.google/YmCPQRhWJaV7owmw6

🙌 Join Garrett’s FREE online community for Christian agents who want to sell 3-4 homes/month:
🔗 https://www.skool.com/servingnotselling/about

📩 Send Garrett your Hampton Roads & Richmond, VA buyer/seller referrals:
🔗 faithfulagent.com/referral

📲 Follow Garrett on Instagram for more insights and encouragement!

🔗 https://www.instagram.com/garrettmaroon/