Becoming More with Dianna Kokoszka

"If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go further, bring others along." In this episode of Becoming More, Dianna Kokoszka sits down with Inner Circle member Mackenzie Shelton, owner of the Prairie and Pine Real Estate Group. Mackenzie pulls back the curtain on the "rocky starts" of team ownership, including the bold move of buying out a business partner just two months before giving bir...

In this special "From the Vault" episode of Becoming More, we travel back to 1997 for a legendary conversation between Dianna Kokoszka and Howard Brinton (Star Power Club). Before she was a CEO and a global leadership icon, Dianna was a ferocious real estate agent who sold 104 homes in her very first year. How? She didn't rely on luck; she relied on physics, logic, and a mastery of scripts that ar...

Are you guilty of "Sales Malpractice"? In the medical world, if a doctor handed you a prescription without asking where it hurt, they would lose their license. Yet, in real estate, agents do this every single day. We "prescribe" listings, marketing plans, and open houses before we have ever truly "diagnosed" the client's problem. In this raw, Live Coaching episode of Becoming More, Dianna Kokoszka...

This holiday season, most of the world is slowing down, yet the top 1% of agents are just gearing up. In this special "Sneak Peek" episode of the Becoming More Podcast, Dianna Kokoszka invites you inside her private coaching room to challenge the idea that "optimism" is enough to save your business in 2025. We reveal why we are officially cancelling Black Friday to launch "Purple Friday" instead....

Are you still "winging it" in your business and wondering why you haven't hit the millionaire mark? In this episode of the Becoming More Podcast, Dianna Kokoszka sits down with Rebecca Del Pozo, the "Millionaire Real Estate Mom," to reveal the absolute blueprint for building a 7-figure empire without sacrificing your faith or family. Watch this if you are: An entrepreneur struggling to balance mot...

What if a groundbreaking discovery could heal PTSD without meds or therapy sessions? In this eye-opening Veterans Day replay of Becoming More, Air Force veteran Shawn Mack unveils research-proven insights into transforming combat trauma through an unexpected natural approach. Drawing from studies on stem cell activation and the "Blue Mind" phenomenon, Shawn shares raw, real stories of vets overcom...

In this conversation, Dianna Kokoszka and Loredana Ghete discuss the critical role of personal leadership growth and development in achieving success.  Loredana shares transformative experiences from Inner Circle events that pushed her out of her comfort zone and highlights the significance of building strong relationships within a community of leaders. They also touches on the concept of excellen...

In this episode Dianna and Suzy discuss the Inner Circle program with John Maxwell. They explore how being surrounded by like-minded individuals fosters personal and professional growth, the importance of implementing learned strategies, and the value of experiential learning. Suzy shares her personal journey throughout her membership, including a significant increase in income, and emphasizes the...

Check out Barbara Dopp’s work: https://www.homes.com/real-estate-agents/barb-dopp/s7fw817/ What happens when a top-producing agent decides that success isn’t enough—and begins pursuing significance? In this inspiring conversation, Barbara Dopp, one of Idaho’s top real estate leaders, joins Dianna to share how joining John Maxwell’s Inner Circle reshaped her approach to leadership, wealth, and purp...

Check out Dr. Kristina Collins' skincare line up: https://lovefoy.com/ What happens when your doctor says “go natural”… and you realize most products don’t even list what’s inside? Harvard-trained dermatologist Dr. Kristina Collins joins Dianna to unpack the truth about ingredient transparency, estrogen-disrupting chemicals in skincare, and practical ways to protect your health—without the overwhe...

What happens when you commit to growing yourself first as a leader? Loredana Ghete, one of the top leaders at Keller Williams Realty International, shares how her focus on personal growth has propelled her to lead the #1 market center in the world in profitability—while also guiding three additional market centers in Georgia, all ranked in the global top 80. In this episode, Laura reveals why lead...

Think you have to “hustle harder” to beat anxiety and burnout? Kelly Price offers a different path. In this empowering conversation, she shares how values-driven leadership, integrity, and servant-hearted courage can transform teams—and lives. Kelly talks about balancing big-vision thinking with grounded execution, why “fail forward” beats perfectionism, and how doing things “the right way” became...

What does it take to rise to the top of the world in one of the toughest sports? Izzy Hicks, an adaptive snowboarder born without a hand, shares her remarkable story of grit, mindset, and determination. From breaking ribs and suffering concussions to competing on World Cup courses alone in foreign countries, Izzy’s journey is proof that resilience creates champions. In this episode, she reveals ho...

In this episode, Diana sits down with David Hoyt—longtime leader at the John Maxwell Company and senior consultant with The Table Group—to explore what it really takes to build a healthy organization. Drawing on over 25 years of leadership experience and his work alongside Patrick Lencioni, David unpacks why organizational health is the ultimate competitive advantage. From tackling politics and ar...

Get the book "Move Over Introverts" - https://www.amazon.com/Move-Over-Extroverts-Successful-Introvert-ebook/dp/B0DZKSWPMM Think you need to be outgoing and talkative to succeed in real estate? Ashley Harwood proves otherwise. As an introvert who built a six-figure real estate business and authored "Move Over Extroverts," Ashley reveals why being quiet, thoughtful, and authentic isn't a disadvanta...

Get a book "Never Hire Your Friends" - https://www.amazon.com/Never-Hire-Your-Friends-Connection/dp/1960236180 What happens when you ignore every business expert's hiring advice? Marcylle Combs, author of "Never Hire Your Friends" (with "Never" crossed out), went from nurse to CEO by doing exactly what conventional wisdom says not to do - and built a healthcare empire with over 1,200 employees acr...

What if you could offer buyers 4.99% interest rates in today's 7%+ market? Ryan Leahy, founder of More Seller Financing, has cracked the code with his revolutionary bridge loan program helping agents across 44 states close impossible deals. Ryan discovered that 87% of Americans who refinanced between 2019-2022 have rates below 3.5-4% - and many will offer those rates to buyers through seller finan...

Get Marissa's book - https://www.amazon.com/Live-Life-Rich-Entrepreneurs-Financial/dp/B0DVRH5BPB What happens when a pregnant 18-year-old with $5 to her name decides to transform her life? Marissa Nehlsen went from living in trailer courts to becoming the founder and CEO of an eight-figure debt-free financial firm that manages over $1 billion in assets across 46 states. In this powerful conversati...

In this value-packed conversation, Holly reveals her exact system for evaluating investment properties using the 1% rule, shares the story of her favorite quadplex deal that took 2+ years of relationship building, and explains why she lost money for 6 years on "perfect" properties that looked great on paper. You'll discover how to find off-market deals through networking, why mindset and self-wort...

What happens when a stubborn, talented real estate agent finally learns that success isn't about doing everything yourself? Peter Chabris found out when he transformed from being stuck at 200 transactions for 3 straight years to scaling beyond 500+ deals annually - and he's targeting 700-800 this year. In this powerful conversation, Peter reveals the leadership transformation that changed everythi...

What happens when you solve the biggest marketing problem in real estate? Frank Klesitz found out when he created Vyral Marketing, the video email platform that has revolutionized how agents stay in touch with their databases and position themselves as local experts. In this revealing conversation, Frank shares how he went from wanting to sell real estate himself to building a company that helps a...

What happens when you build a business empire and then give it away to the people who helped you create it? Kevin Mlynarek found out when he sold all 5 of his AllState insurance agencies to his own employees instead of outside buyers - and then used that experience to build a hiring revolution. In this inspiring conversation, Kevin reveals how he went from being the #1 AllState agent in the countr...

What do Leonardo DiCaprio, Cameron Diaz, and Billy Crystal have in common? They've all been transformed by Bernard Hiller, Hollywood's most sought-after acting coach and personal development expert. In this raw and powerful conversation, we dive deep into the secrets that separate professionals from amateurs, not just in Hollywood, but in life. This isn't just about acting - it's about becoming th...

In this conversation, Brian Bartes shares his insights on success, personal development, and the importance of intentionality in achieving excellence. He discusses his book 'Life Lessons' and emphasizes the significance of setting goals, developing success habits, and connecting with others. The discussion also touches on the power of gratitude and inspiring stories of individuals who have achieve...

In this raw and powerful conversation with Lesley C Thomas, we dive deep into one of the most devastating business betrayals in real estate - and the incredible comeback that followed. You'll discover:  • How she built a builder's business from 27 to 600 homes annually  • The shocking 20-minute meeting that destroyed her $2M real estate empire  • Why having 13 employees and 500+ transactions wasn'...