Agents Without Borders

5 Tools That Transformed Our Real Estate Business (ManyChat, CRM, AI + More) In this Agents Without Borders episode, we share the tools that most impacted our real estate businesses and how agents can use them at a basic level and build from there. We highlight ManyChat for automating Facebook/Instagram DMs—especially using listing sneak peeks where prospects drop a keyword, receive templated info...

Habit Stacking Tips for Realtors | Agents Without Borders In this Agents Without Borders episode, Desi and Elizabeth discuss why “habits” are replacing “consistency” as the focus, and how realtors can build success through small, repeatable actions and habit stacking—attaching a new habit to an existing one using an “after blank, I will blank” formula. They share examples like aiming for 20 conver...

How Toni Closed 60+ Real Estate Deals Solo (No Team) with a Servant’s Heart & Simple Daily Routine This episode features Toni, a Twin Falls, Idaho agent who transitioned from 20 years as a nurse to nearly nine years in real estate and closed over 60 deals in one year with no team while raising three kids, including twins. She attributes her success to prioritizing client care, confidentiality,...

From Losing It All to Living on Purpose: Lucy Quiñones’ Reinvention Framework for Realtors Lucy Quiñones, a first-generation immigrant from Medellín, shares how real estate transformed her life—from buying her first home at 21 to building the first Latin American team in her area, partnering to open a Century 21 company in 2005, and then enduring the 2008 crash that shrank her brokerage from 125 a...

Collaboration Over Competition: 5 Simple Ways Realtors Can Win Together   In this Agents Without Borders episode, Elizabeth and Desi discuss shifting from scarcity and competition to abundance through collaboration, sharing five practical ways realtors can work better together. They encourage sharing real lessons—not just wins—such as sending voice memos with scripts that worked or explaining how...

AI That Answers Your Calls: Denver Realtor Yamili Quezada on Jobi AI, Scaling Real Estate & Never Missing a Lead In this Agents Without Borders episode, Elizabeth and Desi interview Denver-based real estate agent and entrepreneur Yamili Quezada, who started in wholesaling and house flipping, ran a resurfacing company for eight years, and became licensed in 2021. Yamili shares why wearing multi...

In this inspiring episode of Agents Without Borders, we sit down with culinary artist turned real estate agent, Jessica Ozuna from Boise, Idaho. Jessica shares her unique journey from working in Michelin-starred kitchens to creating her innovative children's cooking program, Taste Buds. Discover how Jessica successfully integrates her passion for culinary arts into her real estate business, emphas...

In this episode of Agents Without Borders, Elizabeth and Desi discuss the pivotal moment that transformed their real estate careers: choosing to embrace collaboration over competition. Drawing from their combined 30+ years of experience, they reflect on the isolation they initially faced in a competitive industry and how seeking out supportive partnerships changed everything. From debunking the my...

Breaking Barriers in Real Estate: A Conversation with Brooklyn Kalista In today's episode, we speak with Brooklyn Kalista, a trailblazer in the Canadian real estate industry and the youngest president of a real estate board in Canada. Brooklyn shares her incredible journey from a young broker to a visionary leader and business owner. Discover how she overcame challenges, balanced motherhood with a...

Building a business on Kindness: A Conversation with Kat Sellis on Systematizing Giving Back Join us as we sit down with Kat Sellis, the inspiring leader of the Good Agent Team in Northern California. In this episode, Kat explains how she's instilled a culture of giving back within her 40-agent team, turning acts of kindness into a system rather than a sporadic event. Learn about creative ways to...

Jessalyn Wanlim's Journey: From Acting to Real Estate and Building a Community   In this episode of Agents Without Borders, we sit down with Jessalyn Wanlim, a talented actor and real estate agent. Jessalyn shares her inspiring journey from Canada to the United States, discussing her dual citizenship, her career transitions from acting in New York and LA to real estate, and her move to Nashville....

New year, new social media mindset. In this episode, Elizabeth and Desi break down how realtors can maximize social media in 2026—without burnout, comparison, or chasing vanity metrics. If you’re ready to stop stressing about follower count and start building real connections that actually convert, this conversation is for you. We dive into why engagement matters more than numbers, how authentic,...

Balancing Christmas Chaos: Tips for Realtor Parents In this episode, Elizabeth and Desi share personal stories and helpful tips for navigating the hectic holiday season as a realtor and parent. They discuss managing the overwhelming tasks of Christmas preparation, from decorating to client gifts, while ensuring quality family time. Key takeaways include starting holiday preparations early, sharing...

Unlocking Your True Potential: Breathwork and Energetics with Shyane In this episode of the podcast, Desi and Elizabeth welcome the incredible Shyane Montgomery, an expert in leadership, alignment, and personal energetics. Shy, as she is affectionately known, shares her journey from the beauty industry to becoming a transformative coach who empowers high achievers to reach their full potential. Th...

Work-Life Balance? Try Work-Life Integration — Jessica Klikach’s Real Estate Secrets| Agents Without Borders   In this episode of Agents Without Borders, Elizabeth and Desi welcome guest Jessica Klikach, a thriving REALTOR® from the Shuswap area in British Columbia. Jessica, a seasoned real estate agent and former property manager, shares her 16-year journey and valuable insights into achieving wo...

From Newcomer to Top Producer: Julie Greiner’s Small-Town Success Story Join us on this episode of Agents Without Borders as we sit down with Julie Greiner, an exceptional realtor who has rapidly risen to success in the towns of Medicine Hat and Stettler, Alberta. Julie shares her unique story of starting her real estate career during the COVID-19 pandemic and the challenges she faced moving to a...

Ever feel like a fraud, even when your track record says otherwise? Is the endless scroll of social media making you question your own progress? You're not alone. In this candid and essential episode of Perspectives Unlocked, Real CEO Tamir Poleg is joined by real estate powerhouses Elizabeth McNally and Desi Williams for a raw conversation about the unseen struggles behind success. They tackle th...

Mastering Real Estate: Tips from Erin Heard on Leveraging Virtual Assistants and Building a Winning Team In this episode, the host interviews Erin Heard, a successful realtor from Midland, Texas, who shares her journey from starting at Keller Williams to running a thriving real estate team. Erin discusses the strategies that propelled her career, such as door knocking and open houses, and emphasiz...

Pitching Ryan Serhant: How Stephanie Bray Opened Serhant's Arizona Brokerage In this episode of Agents Without Borders, we are excited to welcome Stephanie Bray from Scottsdale, Arizona. Stephanie shares her inspirational journey of how she pitched the renowned Ryan Serhant and successfully launched the first Serhant brokerage in Arizona. From her lifelong involvement in real estate as a third-gen...

In this episode, join us as we chat with Rylan Pinarelli, a seasoned realtor from St. George, who shares insights from his five-year journey in the real estate market. Discover Rylan's unique approach to marketing, including his innovative use of Facebook groups to generate leads and build a successful business. Learn about his experiences working on a big real estate team, the value of strong men...

Navigating Real Estate with Ben Sweet: Overcoming Challenges and Leveraging Strengths In this engaging interview with Ben Sweet of Ben Sweet, Justin Becker, and Associates, we delve into the transformative journey of a seasoned real estate professional based in Calgary, Alberta. Ben shares not only his early struggles with debt and anxiety but also his strategies for overcoming these obstacles. He...

Revolutionizing Real Estate: Secrets to Lead Generation with Josh Reese Join us in this insightful conversation with Josh Ries, a seasoned real estate broker and lead generation consultant. In this episode, Josh shares his fascinating journey from digital marketing to real estate, explaining how he leverages Google Ads and organic marketing to revolutionize lead generation. Learn about the pros an...

Diamond Earrings, Recycling Bins & Real Estate Gold: The Eric Neumann Way   Join us in this episode as we welcome Eric Neumann from Winnipeg, Manitoba. Eric has mastered the art of farming his neighborhood of Wolseley and has leveraged social media to create a vibrant community presence. Tune in to learn how Eric took over a significant market share in his neighborhood through consistent marke...

People Before Paycheques - How Rich Sheldon Built a Thriving Brokerage in 1 Year. In this episode, we sit down with Rich Sheldon, a dynamic real estate broker from Twin Falls. Rich shares his inspiring journey from being a headhunter in finance to establishing a flourishing brokerage in just one year. Discover his unique recruiting strategies, his commitment to community involvement, and his 'peop...

Youtube Notes: From Factory Worker to Real Estate Pro: Dawson Baker's Inspiring Journey In this episode, we welcome Dawson Baker, a real estate newbie who left his factory job to pursue a career in real estate. Despite being in the business for just over a year, Baker achieved the remarkable feat of closing 41 deals in his first year. Dawson shares his journey from feeling trapped in his old job t...