Empire Building

What if your “happily ever after” had less to do with fairy tales and more to do with alignment? In this episode, Wendy Papasan and Seychelle Van Poole open up about one of the most powerful practices in their marriages and businesses—setting goals together. Whether you’re planning with your spouse, a life partner, or a business partner, this is your playbook for creating a shared vision that actu...

Ever wonder how you could serve 250+ buyers in a year and still make it home for dinner? We sit down with top buyer’s agent and sales leader Kari Wyrsch to unpack exactly how she does it. Kari shares the team-within-a-team model that skyrocketed production after merging with the Adam Graddy Real Estate Team, the simple tracking that tells you whether to fix a skill or a system, and the “be where y...

In today’s episode, we’re diving into the power of the P.A.U.S.E — a five-step blueprint designed to help leaders recharge before burnout takes over. From pausing with purpose to assessing and aligning your priorities, unplugging to reboot, streamlining your commitments, and re-engaging with energy, we’ll share practical strategies to create rhythms of rest that strengthen both your leadership and...

In this week’s episode of Empire Building, we’re diving into Part 2 of the 36 Touch Plan—focusing on social media, events, and calls that truly convert. From authentic storytelling on social platforms to hosting low-cost, high-impact client events, and mastering the power of a simple quarterly call, we’re breaking down exactly how to deepen relationships with your database. Whether you’re just sta...

Picture this: you’ve got an incredible database of people who know, like, and trust you—but you’re not tapping into it the way you should. That’s where the 36 Touch Plan comes in. In today’s episode, we’re diving into the foundation of building a business that thrives year after year: consistently nurturing your database. We’ll share how implementing this simple (but not always easy!) system compl...

What if just 30 minutes on your calendar could put real money back in your pocket? In this episode of Empire Building, we’re sharing more than 20 quick, tactical ways to make, save, and grow your money—at home and in your business. From canceling hidden subscriptions to finding unclaimed cash, we’ll show you how simple shifts can add up fast. We’ll also dive into strategies for maximizing your ban...

Money makes a lot of people squirm—but avoiding it is exactly what keeps us stuck. In this episode, we get honest about the six things that stop us from building wealth: ignoring our real numbers (especially debt), not tracking where money actually goes, letting fear or “I don’t know how” stall action, staying off-track when life happens, letting emotions drive investing decisions, and believing w...

Permission is a loaded word—especially for high-achieving women. In this conversation, we get honest about the invisible expectations we carry at home and at work, and how guilt and shame show up when we try to do it all. We talk about naming those expectations (“Who said you have to do it—and that way?”), asking for help without apology, and defining success by season. Sometimes winning is crushi...

Today’s buyers are cautious and well-informed, which means our role is to lead with clarity from the start. In this episode, we share practical ways to set expectations before a showing—doing the homework with the listing agent, previewing the neighborhood, and arriving prepared with disclosures, comps, and HOA info so clients can validate what they’ve already researched. During showings, we keep...

Today’s buyers aren’t rushing, feeling FOMO, or scrambling to beat the market—they’re facing more options, more uncertainty, and more hesitation than we’ve seen in years. Decision fatigue, interest rate weariness, and information overload are shaping how they think and act, and if you’re still treating them like the buyers of 2020, you’re already behind. In this episode, we break down today’s buye...

Picture this: you cross six figures in revenue…and take home two grand. Ouch. In this week’s conversation with business money coach Belinda Rosenblum of Own Your Money, we dig into the difference between having a business and actually owning it—especially your profit. Belinda shares how she went from barely breaking even to hitting a 40% margin in just one year, and the mindset shift that made it...

Back-to-school mornings don’t have to feel like chaos. In this episode, we share seven practical strategies to help families win the morning and the day. From carving out “you time” before the kids wake up, to prepping the night (and week) before, we’ve found simple routines that cut down on stress. Visual checklists keep kids on track, breakfast becomes grab-and-go, and a launch zone near the doo...

Ever feel like your to-do list is running you instead of the other way around? We’ve been there. In this episode, we’re talking about the shift every leader needs to make—from constantly reacting to the latest crisis to proactively creating the clarity your business and life need to grow. We’ll share how to spot when you’ve slipped into reactive mode, why it puts a lid on your leadership, and what...

Negotiating for sellers in today’s market means setting clear expectations, sticking to the facts, and never negotiating before you have an offer in writing. In this episode, we get tactical about guiding clients through every step—responding to buyer’s agents, presenting every option, and making sure the seller is truly empowered to make the best decision. We share the lessons we’ve learned about...

Negotiation is everything in real estate, and today we’re breaking down the core steps that make all the difference. We talk about why building real connections with everyone involved (even the other agent) gives you an edge, and how asking the right questions—and actually listening—leads to better results. We’re sharing the power of small counters, how to negotiate the whole package (not just pri...

Ever found yourself drowning in work and thinking, “I know I need help, but I’m scared to hire”? We get it. In this episode, we’re talking about how to recognize the signs that you need leverage—whether it’s at home or in your business—and how to approach getting help in a smart, strategic way. From physical and emotional warning signs to missed opportunities with your team, clients, and family, w...

Ever freeze up when it’s time to hit record or write a post, thinking, “What do I even say?” You’re not alone. This week, we’re breaking down a simple content creation framework to help you move past the blank page and start sharing messages that actually convert. We believe the secret to content that gets results is getting specific—speaking directly to the real people you want to reach, and guid...

Mindset can feel abstract, but today’s conversation with Elaine Stageberg brings it down to earth. Elaine has built a $400 million real estate portfolio, leads a private equity firm, and is a trained psychiatrist and mom of five. She shows us how practical time management, goal setting, and a willingness to sit with discomfort form the foundation for real growth. We talk about why real estate is t...

Feeling that mid-year slump? You’re not alone—but we believe this is actually the best moment to reset and refocus. In this episode, we break down our real-world process for a mid-year business review: how we revisit our goals, assess what’s on track (and what’s not), and decide what’s truly relevant for the rest of the year. We get honest about revenue, growth, retention, and what needs to change...

It’s easy to get off track, even with the best intentions. In this episode, we’re sharing our personal mid-year reset process—our go-to for checking in, letting go of what’s not working, and making space for what matters most. We talk about how taking just a few hours to reflect, simplify, and plan can help you reset your goals and energy for the rest of the year. We’ll walk you through the simple...

When it comes to building an empire—whether that’s in business or in life—there’s no escaping hard decisions. We’ve all stood at the crossroads, wrestling with big choices that feel daunting, lonely, or even paralyzing. But here’s the truth: hard things don’t have to stop us. In this episode, we’re sharing five life-changing hacks that have helped us move forward with confidence and clarity, even...

When the market slows down, price is king. In this episode, we’re getting honest about what it takes to navigate a slower market—and why you can’t out-market a bad price. We’re sharing hard-earned lessons from our own experiences, including the conversations that still stick with us, and the data-driven steps we use to guide clients through price adjustments. We walk through exactly how we handle...

Let’s face it—when homes aren’t flying off the market, sellers start watching you more closely than ever. And in today’s market, with inventory rising and prices softening, they’re not just watching—they’re expecting more. But that doesn’t mean your leadership slows down. In fact, now’s the time to step it up. In this first episode of our two-part series, we’re diving into the tactical moves every...

What will your empire say about you when you're gone? In this week’s episode, we’re diving deep into the concept of legacy—what it really means to lead with it, build with it, and live into it every single day. It’s easy to focus on short-term wins and flashy growth, but true empire builders know the power of thinking long-term. That’s what legacy is all about: the impact you make, the values...

You know the old saying—leaders are readers? Well, great leaders are also great sellers. And not because they’re slick or pushy. Because they communicate with clarity, empathy, and intention. In this episode, we’re sharing the seven high-impact communication skills that top producers use to connect faster, influence better, and close more confidently. Whether you're selling a product, an idea,...