Consult with AME

I wanted to share some thoughts sparked by a video I saw in a class earlier today. This is being shot in the afternoon, so my energy might be a little different, but the message is crucial. The video featured Kara Lawson, the women's basketball coach at Duke University. It was a clip they showed on SportsCenter, where she talks to her female athletes about handling hardship better. Her insights re...

Hey hey, it's Anna Marie Ellison here! Welcome to week two, or technically week one, of my Grit & Grace series—a 12-week journey focusing on mindset and overall health for women in the real estate space. Whether you’re an agent, broker, title professional, or part of the mortgage industry, this series is for you. I’m challenging myself in the latter half of 2024 to talk more about real estate, an...

So for me, rest seems boring. You know that feeling when a child gets overstimulated and they start crying, unable to control their emotions? It's like they just need a nap, some rest, to reset. As you grow older, especially when leading an organization, that overstimulation can be similar. Even if you're not maxed out, that constant go-go-go feeling can become addictive. But eventually, you hit a...

Ever seen someone step up to a big, company-wide project—a stretch for them—and absolutely crush it? I've had several instances where I've given people opportunities to participate and/or lead challenging projects. Despite their initial nerves and worries, they excelled and exceeded expectations. It's like being a proud mom watching them succeed, knowing they could do it. They feel accomplished, e...

Having just read "Unreasonable Hospitality" by Will Giardina, it's clear we all crave curated, handpicked experiences. But in a world where AI predicts our every need, we risk losing that personal touch. To truly care and understand others, it takes more than just surface knowledge. It's about building deep, meaningful connections—not just close, but profoundly connected. You can't outsource this...

As the broker leader, you set the tone for your team. Will even mentions in his book ( Unreasonable Hospitality ) that culture isn't taught, it's caught. This means it's not just about talking about your vision; it's about your team seeing you live out what's important to you. Demonstrating that caring and kindness can be cool sets a powerful example. Your behavior influences your team members, wh...

There aren't many opportunities to find a safe space where you can deeply discuss what's happening in your brokerage and be vulnerable with other broker managers who are in the same boat. You can't talk about these things with your agents because you need to project confidence and strength. However, when I found such a space, it was a powerful reminder of the amazing people in this industry that I...