Empire Building

Welcome back to the second episode in our series on how to use the brain to combat stress. Last week, we explored the architecture of the brain. Missed it? Make sure to circle back for those invaluable insights. Today, we're rolling up our sleeves, focusing on practical, science-backed strategies to recalibrate our prefrontal cortex, and fine-tune our stress responses. Remember the symptoms of...

Building an empire is a worthy goal, but that doesn’t mean it’s without its stressors. It can even be hard to notice in the moment. Imagine being so disconnected from your own body that you only recognize its distress when you're completely worn down. That's a state no leader wants to find themselves in, and certainly not one we want for our team members. Recognizing the signs your body se...

In today's episode, we're diving deep into our library as we champion the notion, "Leaders are Readers." We're of the belief that there's no habit quite as enriching, or with as potent an ROI, as reading a book. Whether you're a fan of paper or an Audible enthusiast, we can't emphasize enough the importance of making reading a part of your daily routine. Consider th...

As you journey from a small and mighty team to a larger organization, it becomes essential to reflect on your rules of communication. You need to understand how these rules allow you to win or lose with your team members. One book that has profoundly influenced our perspective on this topic is 'Fierce Conversations' by Susan Scott. Susan's insightful quote, "Relationships grow or d...

Summer's here, ladies! As the mercury climbs in Nashville and schools shutter for the season, it's time to herald those lazy, hazy, crazy days of summer. In today's episode, we're delving into our ultimate summer survival kit. Aiming to equip you with strategies to conquer the summer as a parent, or even not as one, because we recognize that summer stirs up a distinct vibe. We'...

Ever found yourself sliding backwards on your goals? You're not alone. Sometimes, despite our best intentions and plans, life throws a curveball. Be it market fluctuations, changing price points, shifting interest rates, or just life happening, it can be challenging to stay on track with our objectives. But don't worry, this is not the end. In fact, it's a start to reassessing, recalib...

Are you ever torn between discouraging and encouraging your children's entrepreneurial dreams? We know that feeling all too well. In today's episode, we're addressing this very question: raising entrepreneurs, or not. As entrepreneurs ourselves, we find ourselves divided into two camps. There are days when the challenges make us think, 'I wouldn’t wish this on my child,' and th...

Picture this: it's the middle of the year, you've taken stock of your business, and things aren't quite where you'd hoped they'd be. The real estate market has taken a hit, and like many of us, you're feeling the effects - your business is down, and your yearly goals seem to be slipping away. But don't despair just yet, because in this episode, we're going to help y...

We all have grown up with stereotypes, especially as women. Today, we're going to unravel those stereotypes that often tag women as catty or backstabbing, and instead we're going to focus on the positive relationships between women. Today, we're going to delve into the power of having a strong 'hype woman' or rather, 'hype women' in your life. Believe us when we say tha...

This is an exciting episode of Empire Building! We're about to embark on a journey deep into the lives and stories of our two new co-hosts, Kymber Lovett-Menkiti and Tiffany Fykes. Both of these incredible women bring a wealth of expertise, dynamism, and unique perspectives that I'm sure you, our listeners, will greatly appreciate. Get ready for an episode full of personal stories, inspiri...

Picture this: we're live from Anaheim, California at the Keller Williams Family Reunion, and we have an inspiring conversation lined up for you. I'm your cohost, Seychelle Van Poole, and today's episode of Empire Building features the incredible Anusha Paramevaran. Not only is Anusha a powerhouse in empire building with a thriving business, but she's also a proud mom, overcoming re...

Join us for an exciting episode of Empire Building as we sit down with the exceptional Margaux Drake, Executive Director of Her Best Life. Margaux has a wealth of experience spanning over 30 years, from her beginnings in pharmaceutical sales to becoming an entrepreneur, athlete, and even a television star! Get ready to be inspired as we dive into her incredible journey and learn more about her cur...

Have a big life and a big business? We’ve got the ultimate hack: weekly family meetings. Sharing personal experiences, emphasizing the importance of scheduling meetings, setting agendas, and being adaptable to accommodate everyone's needs can be a true game changer.  On this episode, we'll explore the importance of discussing goals, coordinating schedules, and involving key family members...

You're closing in on a crucial deal, but it slips away, leaving you questioning your skills and approach. Frustration, anyone? Fear not, because in today's episode, we’re here to guide you through the eight critical mistakes to avoid when closing a deal. No matter your industry or business, these tactical tips will help you level up your sales skills, closing abilities, and objection-handl...

Picture this: the market shifts, and suddenly, your industry is down 40% year over year in the number of sales. Yikes, right? But don't panic just yet. In today's episode, we're going to discuss shift tactics - the key to weathering any change, big or small, in both business and life. Drawing inspiration from the book Shift by Gary Keller, Jay Papasan, and Dave Jenks, we'll be divi...

Are you a "do it all" person? As female empire builders, it's easy to get caught up in the idea of doing it all, but the truth is, we can't. We have to lean into the things we're good at and leverage out the rest. And that includes help at home. We'll be diving into the importance of help at home for female leaders, and how it's just as crucial as having help in our wor...

In this episode of Empire Building, we share valuable lessons we learned from Gary Keller, the founder of Keller Williams, at our Family Reunion event. We discuss five truths you cannot hack that can help people achieve success in life. We cover the importance of working based on a model, system, or proven approach, putting numbers on everything to reach goals, changing one's identity to chang...

Are you looking to improve how you handle stress and crises? Then join us on this episode as we talk about the importance of grit, tenacity, perseverance, and resilience. We share how it is not about what happens to us but how we react to it that shapes our lives. Discover how to grow your grit over time and gain a bigger perspective that makes those minor setbacks feel like nothing. Don't mis...

Welcome to this special Women's History Month episode of "Empire Building," where we celebrate the incredible women who have paved the way for our success. We'll be sharing inspiring stories of women who have made a significant impact on our lives and the world around us. We'll be highlighting some of the most powerful and influential women in history, as well as some who may n...

Are you ready to learn from some of the most successful business leaders in the real estate industry? Join us as we discuss our experience at the Keller Williams Family Reunion in 2023. From late-night networking to powerful quotes from industry icons like Mo Anderson, the first female CEO of Keller Williams, this episode is packed with valuable insights on resilience and well-being. Plus, we shar...

How can ambitious empire builders balance their ambition with being a caregiver? In this episode, host Sarah Reynolds interviews her co-host, Seychelle, on a topic that is often overlooked but essential for those in a caregiver role. Seychelle shares her personal experience of caring for her father, who passed away four months ago, and discusses the challenges she faced and how she navigated them....

Join us for an emotional farewell to our co-host Vija Williams. After an incredible two and a half year run, she’s moving on to other adventures — but not without giving back to all of our listeners. We’re sharing Vija’s top twelve do’s and don’ts of launching a podcast. Focus on what your listener is going to get out of every episode Know your audience Don’t feel pressure to keep it under 30 minu...

Leadership is hard — it’s not something you can master overnight. You have to think about the process of becoming a better leader as a journey, one where you’re going to make mistakes. We're excited to dive into some of the biggest challenges we’ve faced in both daily life and in running a business. As leaders, we're often asked to share the lessons we've learned through our experience...

We’re exploring the return of in-person events after the recent shift to online events. We’re excited to connect with attendees and listeners face-to-face, and we’re offering tips for navigating conference season and making the most out of in-person events. Join the discussion to learn how to dust yourself off and get back in the groove of attending live events as we share our five steps to maximi...

Welcome to episode six of our series on money and wealth building. Today, we wrap up our journey as we explore creative and unconventional ways to grow your wealth. We've covered a wide range of topics over the past five episodes, including finding your FU number, wealth-building tactics, real estate, stocks and bonds, and today we're talking about more out-of-the-box approaches. Join us a...