Mind The Gap

Amanda and Ethan catch up on the international paperwork adventure of selling a UK flat, share how AI tools are speeding up everyday tasks like meeting notes and creative editing, and unpack a wild experiment showing how a completely fake product outranked real brands in AI search results. What does that mean for agents who aren't showing up on AI? Tune in for a short, punchy episode packed with i...

Can you talk real estate over pancakes without ruining breakfast? In this episode Amanda and Ethan try to do just that and somehow land on the real reason Amanda's still in love with the impact of this industry. Amanda brings a stat that stopped her cold — one that says a lot about why today's housing market feels so stuck, and what it's quietly costing an entire generation. Then She and Ethan dig...

Amanda kicks her producer out of the chair and sits down with her Director of Operations, Michael Fanara— the man who makes the Pohlman Team run so smoothly. Amanda and Michael trace the 8-year story behind the operation: how a closed Bose store led Michael to an Indeed ad, the marathon Keller Williams hiring process that almost didn't happen, and the 2019 Career Visioning trip to Bellingham, Wash...

Amanda Pohlman returns from KW Mega Camp in San Antonio with a wake up call for agents nationwide: 91.5% of established agents never showed up once across 37,500 AI searches. In this episode, Amanda and Ethan break down why AI optimization (AIO) is now as critical as traditional SEO for real estate agents. They unpack Gary Keller’s read on today’s stuck housing market (“buyers think it’s 2008, sel...

Episode 30 is here! In this episode of Mind the Gap, Amanda and her producer Ethan continue Amanda’s story of selling a flat abroad, with an exciting turning point this time. Then Ethan dives into some AI tools showing up across real estate right now, and the stats behind just how fast adoption is moving. To close it out, Amanda shares what she learned from Patrick Hewitt, Planning Manager for Str...

Episode 29 goes international. Amanda just got back from Europe and beyond with a fresh, outsider’s view on how efficient, transparent, and fair the US residential real estate process actually is compared to the rest of the world. If you’ve ever wondered why other countries look at our system with envy, this episode lays it out. Then it’s back to the backyard: condos. What’s shifted recently in ho...

Everyone’s talking about new ways to bring listings to market. If you’re like me, you’re probably trying to sort through what’s useful… and what’s just noise. On my latest podcast, I take a step back and walk through what I’m seeing, what I’m learning, and how I’m thinking about a more intentional approach—especially when it comes to something like a Controlled Launch strategy. Because at the end...

After a six-month pause—when the original podcast studio closed its doors—I did what we do best: I pivoted. Mind the Gap is back with Episode 27, alongside my brilliant producer Ethan, and it feels a bit like coming home. This episode is an honest conversation about the noise—and let’s be real, there’s plenty of it. Affordability headlines, interest rates, AI, economic uncertainty… it’s enough to...

And we are back! After nearly six weeks away in the UK, Amanda couldn't think of a better way to kick things off than with a conversation that's all about fresh starts. This episode dives into what a new agent entering into real estate in today's market looks like, why storytelling is gaining more popularity and because her British-ness is never far away, a sprinkle of teatime talk! This cheerful...

This week on Mind the Gap Amanda sits down with a long time friend and real estate peer, Eileen McKeon of the MeKeon Group at Howard Hanna. From her journey working in textile in New York, to building a thriving real estate team in Northeast Ohio, to serving on the Grievance Committee, Eileen has had a fascinating career that's not slowing down anytime soon! She shares her insights on team culture...

Amanda was ready to A.S.K. Adam Kaufman what a lifetime Realtor truly loves about this industry, and well... Adam absolutely delivered! In this never boring episode of Mind the Gap, you'll get an unvarnished look into Adam's journey. Confident and extremely driven, he pulls back the curtain, sharing the secrets behind his stellar success, never forgetting who had a hand in shaping his career early...

Don't miss Episode 23, where Amanda reunites with visionary leader Ryan Young (The Young Team & Fello.ai)! This powerful conversation unpacks the secrets to sustainable success – it's not just about strategy, but about relationships, passion, and purpose. From early days to thriving enterprises, they share honest insights on scaling, setting expectations, and staying consistent. Get...

This week, Amanda sits down with Linda LaFleur who is a Broker at Remax Crossroads Properties. We had a candid conversation about what it really means to carry the title of Broker in today's real estate industry. Being a broker is far more than just holding the license - it's a noble responsibility from mentoring agents to protecting clients to shaping the future of our profession. If you've ever...

My real estate sit down & catch up with Hoby Hanna just got a serious upgrade… we hit the podcasting studio & recorded an episode together. Episode 21 means Mind the Gap just got lega! 🎧 Chatting with Hoby from Howard Hanna who’s a third-generation real estate pro & knows this business inside and out, was packed with insights. We covered local & national trends, a little bit of br...

Alright, buckle up, coffee in hand! Get ready for the 20th episode of Mind the Gap! 🎉 This week, I'm reconnecting with the incredible Maria Pettet, someone I've had the pleasure of navigating the real estate world alongside for the past decade! Get ready for some serious energy as we dive into her journey. We unpack Maria's  deep knowledge of real estate, from builder, to  leadership &a...

🎙️ On this episode of Mind the Gap, I sit down with two powerhouse voices in Northeast Ohio real estate—current ACAR President Drew Gaebelein and 2024 President Mark Vittardi. We dive into a lively, no-holds-barred conversation about what’s really happening in today’s market, the evolving role of our local board, and why being plugged into ACAR matters now more than ever. Whether you’re a seasoned...

Anyone else get those random phone notifications you plugged in that feel like a little wink from the universe? 😉 I've loved my favorite thought provoking reminders & quotes that are plugged into my phone that go off randomly & that keep my vision front and center, especially when I’ve been feeling so removed from real estate with a completely different focus this past 6 weeks away. It's...

Ever wondered what really sets the UK property market apart from the US? Join me as I interviewed from across the pond with Simon Padgett, a local Estate Agent from KW UK, for a fascinating & informative chat. We dove deep into the nuances of buying, selling, and investing in UK properties, uncovering what's different, what might surprisingly be the same, and navigating the often hilarious wor...

Does so much really change in 4 years? This episode's a bit different as it is an interview that Amanda agreed to do in April 2021, with one of her colleagues in the real estate business, CJ Trivisonno. CJ interviews Amanda about how she went from struggling single mom to real estate Entrepreneur. So much has changed in four year...and a lot hasn't! Since Amanda's unable to be in the Podpopuli Rec...

Amanda and Jose Medina, her colleague & Operating Principal at Keller Williams Living, dive into the real meaning behind profit in real estate. Realtors love to talk a big game, but by not focusing on profit first, they can very easily forget to manage expenses and cost of sales. Profit isn't just a number, it's a habit. How we behave with money, and our relationship with it, will determine wh...

"Your future is in your past." Amanda's been lucky enough to know Hudson Warren personally as a friend from their real estate journeys & they met about 10 years ago. Hudson is a recognized real estate coach who has helped hundreds of agents elevate their businesses. What habits hold you back? What actions will you start, stop, or change? How will you push yourself beyond your comfort zone? Hud...

Ready to build generational wealth? Amanda and Ethan from Podpopuli are here to show Gen Z why "later" is too late. Discover the mindset needed for early financial success, practical tips to start building wealth today, and how to leverage key opportunities like investing and homeownership. Tune in, let's mind the gap between where you are today, and where you can get to with a plan to transform y...

Though they should have met in Hitchin in England and then again in the mid 1980's when they both lived in Daytona Beach Florida, fate finally brought Amanda and Ellie together in 2015 when their parallel worlds finally collided. Two proud British ex-pats, their paths finally crossed because of selling real estate, Ellie in Baltimore and Amanda in Cleveland. Now, almost a decade later, they relive...

Life throws curveballs. But how we respond defines us. Amanda's daughter in law, Alexis, diagnosed with stage 3 cancer at 33, shows us how to bridge the gap between fear and truly living. Her story on Mind the Gap is a testament to resilience, gratitude, and the unexpected gifts that emerge when we face adversity. Join us for a conversation that will shift your perspective and inspire you because...

After a brief trip back across the pond in January, Amanda's back in the studio with her colleague & friend, Karen Downing, who is a licensed Realtor out of Hudson, Ohio for episode 10 of Mind the Gap. Since Karen also spent some time back in UK, and they share parallel stories around introducing their kids to the world of residential real estate recently, this episode is a delightful mix of Karen...