Glennda's Guru

In this episode of Glennda’s Guru, Glennda Baker sits down with Brittany Hodak to talk about mastering the customer experience. Don’t miss out on this insightful episode of Glennda’s Guru! 🏡💼 Subscribe and stay tuned each week for all the wisdom, insights, and insider secrets as Glennda “keeps it real” with agents, brokers, and content experts on what it really takes to be successful in the real...

In this week’s episode, Glennda Baker sits down with Los Angeles luxury real estate coach Steve Shull to discuss: ✍️ The missing key to selling real estate 🔑 Real estate progression 🏡 Contacts = Leads = Appointments = Listings Don’t miss out on this very exciting and honest episode of Glennda’s Guru! Subscribe and stay tuned each week for all the wisdom, insights, and insider secrets as Glennda...

In this week’s special episode, Glennda Baker sits down with Phil M. Jones, an expert in influence and communication. Known for his seven best-selling business books and for producing the most listened-to non-fiction audiobook of all time. He believes that asking better questions and focusing on the quality of conversations are key to success. Starting his career at 14, Phil’s diverse experience i...

In this episode of Glennda’s Guru, Glennda Baker sits down with Dawn McKenna, one of America's top luxury real estate agents! She is ranked No. 1 in Hinsdale, Illinois, and leading the No. 1 team in the Midwest and No. 3 in the nation for Coldwell Banker, as recognized by the Wall Street Journal Real Trends 2024. With over $5.1 billion in sales, Dawn is the founder of the Dawn McKenna Group (D...

Two Things That Helped This Agent Close Over 2 Billion in Sales! In this week’s episode, Glennda Baker sits down with Jonathan Spears, a seasoned real estate professional and founder of Spears Group, a top luxury real estate team in Northwest Florida. Jonathan began his career in the foreclosure resale market before transitioning to luxury residential sales in 2015. Under his leadership, Spears Gr...

In this episode of Glennda’s Guru, @glenndabaker sits down with San Diego, Coldwell Banker West, real estate agents Ericca Woodruff and Steve Games! They discuss their experiences, the special property that is 3 The Point, Coronado, CA, and how they go about finding a buyer! 🌟Don’t miss out on this special episode of Glennda’s Guru! 🏡💼 Subscribe and stay tuned each week for all the wisdom, insi...

Behind The Scenes of Being A Best Selling Author! In this week’s special episode, Glennda Baker sits down with USA Today, Washington Post, & Amazon Charts Bestselling author, Adriana Locke. In this episode they discuss: 🌟How Adriana Got Into Writing 🌟Adriana’s unique writing style 🌟 How important is the reading order 🌟 Consumption verses on reading medium, audiobooks, paperback, and more!...

How to Build a Thriving 20+ Year Career in Real Estate: Insider Tips with Ricardo Rodriguez In this episode of Glennda’s Guru, Glennda Baker sits down with Ricardo Rodriguez, an award-winning realtor with nearly two decades of experience and over $4 billion in career sales. As the leader of Coldwell Banker’s #1 team in New England, Ricardo shares his journey from his Colombian roots to becoming a...

In this episode of Glennda’s Guru, Glennda Baker sits down with Santiago Arana. Ranked the #6 real estate agent in the country, Santiago Arana has closed billions in transactions across Los Angeles. A Principal and Partner at The Agency since 2014, he specializes in high-end residential real estate and new construction in sought-after neighborhoods. As Managing Partner of the Brentwood and Pacific...

In this episode of Glennda’s Guru, Glennda Baker sits down with Jimmy Mackin, co-founder of Curaytor, a full-service digital marketing company specializing in real estate marketing and lead generation. Created in 2013, Curaytor has been featured in Forbes, Inc, The Huffington Post, USA Today, and American Express Open Forum. Jimmy is also the co-host of the hit podcast #WaterCooler . With over 115...

In this week’s episode, Glennda Baker sits down with Meyer Lucas President and founder, Holly Meyer Lucas. The Meyer Lucas team at Compass is an award winning, top producing luxury real estate team based in the Jupiter & Palm Beach area of south Florida. Holly is recognized as an expert in the real estate industry and as a thought leader in sports and entertainment related real estate transact...

In this week’s episode, Glennda Baker sits down with Tristan Ahumada, a real estate agent who became Rookie of the Year at Century 21 at just twenty-four. Tristan founded the influential Facebook group Lab Coat Agents in 2014, which has grown to over 137,000 members and is now a leading educational resource in the industry. In 2015, his team surpassed $100 million in production, ranking him in the...

In this episode of Glennda’s Guru, Glennda Baker sits down with Mandy Rewis, a vibrant leader and passionate real estate professional spearheading Business Development at SignMore. SignMore is a people-first solutions services company that keeps real estate and property management human, with 24/7 live reception services. They handle inbound and outbound calls, offer real-time chat support for you...

In this episode of Glennda’s Guru, Glennda Baker sits down with the one and only Jade Mills! With over $9 Billion in sales, Jade Mills has developed a global reputation as the top Los Angeles & Beverly Hills real estate agent. She is ranked as the #1 Agent Worldwide for Coldwell Banker. Due to her expertise in the Beverly Hills real estate market and her integrity, loyalty & professionalis...

In this episode of Glennda’s Guru, Glennda Baker sits down with Andy Florence, the President and CEO of CoStar Group, where he drives innovation and growth in commercial real estate information and analytics. Under his leadership, CoStar has significantly expanded its global reach and enhanced its data-driven services. Additionally, Andy oversees Homes.com, where he leads the platform in providing...

In this episode of Glennda’s Guru, Glennda Baker sits down with Elias Astuto. As the Director of Sales and Coaching at Fast Real Estate x eXp Realty, Elias Astuto is a respected leader in the real estate industry. Known for his expertise and leadership, he is a sought-after coach and speaker dedicated to helping agents advance their careers. They discuss:🌟Defining Elias Astuto’s Director of Sales...

In this week’s episode, Glennda Baker sits down with Ryan Williams, owner and cofounder of The Beverly Hills Estates. Specializing in high-end real estate, Williams has established a remarkable record with more than $15.8 billion total with her partner in career sales. In this episode they discuss:🌟Switching lanes from mortgages to real estate🌟 The power in persuasion 🌟 The Ying and Yang with h...

In this week’s episode, Glennda Baker sits down with Justin Konikow, co-founder of Prime Real Estate Brokerage and Prime Media Productions. He and his wife, Shannon, have revolutionized the real estate industry with innovative approaches and dynamic leadership. Their company is renowned for transforming traditional real estate practices and has quickly become a household name in the field. In this...

In this week’s episode, Glennda Baker sits down with Taylor Hack, real estate agent and innovator, marketing strategist, tech investor, and host Taylor Hack. In this episode Glennda, Taylor Hack discuss: 🌟Taylor Hack’s background and getting into real estate 🌟Real Estate sales as a ‘martial art’🌟 Making craft mastery accessible for execution🌟 The importance of order of operations and consisten...

In this week’s episode, Glennda Baker sits down with Mauricio Umansky and Jason Haber. Mauricio Umansky is a real estate agent, businessman and the co-founder and chief executive officer of The Agency. Jason Hager is also a real estate agent, serial and social entrepreneur. Jason and Mauricio launched the American Real Estate Association as a trade group alternative to NAR. In this episode Glennda...

In this week’s episode, Glennda Baker sits down with Danielle Garofalo, expert in marketing, digital and agent strategy. Garofalo shifted her focus to technology in luxury real estate after marketing for giants like Disney and IBM and is a prominent figure in the content creation and consulting space. In this episode Glennda and Danielle discuss: 🌟 How Danielle Garofalo got into real estate🌟How...

In this week’s episode, Glennda Baker sits down with Raleigh Realtor Gretchen Coley, with over 20 years of experience in the real estate industry. The Coley Group, founded and led by Gretchen, has spent over two decades working directly with builders and developers to create, and effectively market, master-planned communities and the homes within them. Gretchen is known for her innovative use of...

In this week’s episode, Glennda Baker sits down with Chris Heller, former CEO of Keller Williams Realty. With over 35 years of experience in the real estate industry, Chris Heller is a visionary leader, a best-selling author, and a trusted advisor. As the President of OJO, he is shaping partner strategies, creating a cohesive structure between real estate professionals and OJO, and accelerating th...

In this week’s episode, Glennda Baker sits down with Netflix’s Buying Beverly Hills’ Ben Belack. With over a decade of experience, including seven years at The Agency in Beverly Hills, Ben has built a client roster consisting of high-profile individuals from entertainment, technology, and professional sports. In this episode Glennda and Ben discuss: 🌟 Ben Belack’s journey from acting and hospital...

Mark O'Brien is a New York City brownstone builder, renovator, and broker with his own New Zealand vodka brand. Does that make him the George Clooney of real estate? Glennda Baker sits down with Mark to talk about their passion for homes and the stories and people behind them. Combining development and brokerage, Mark is responsible for leading the development and sales of over $175 Million in rea...