Coffee Beans and Real Estate

In this episode of Coffee Beans & Real Estate, host Manny Andrade sits down with Laura Costa and Roberta Bendera from Royal LePage® Supreme for an honest and insightful conversation about what it really takes to succeed in real estate. From building a business with intention and finding your “brand,” to the importance of relationships, trust, resilience, and staying calm under pressure, this e...

On this episode of Coffee Beans & Real Estate, host Manny Andrade sits down with Sarah Garner, Sales Representative at Royal LePage®, to explore the mindset, relationships, and responsibilities that define a successful real estate career. They dive into the challenges of balancing ambition with gratitude, navigating career transitions, honoring long-term client relationships, and ensuring a sm...

In this episode of the Coffee Beans and Real Estate Podcast , host Manny Andrade sits down with Maria Vieira, Broker at RE/MAX West Realty Inc and the driving force behind Vieira Legacy. Maria began her real estate career in 1993, entering an industry that was largely male-dominated at the time. What could have discouraged many instead became fuel for her determination. From the very beginning, sh...

After some time away from the microphones, Coffee Beans and Real Estate is back  and this time, it’s not just audio. Host Manny Andrade from Royal LePage® Supreme Realty returns with a fresh new look, now adding video to the podcast experience. Same great conversations. Same valuable insight. Now with a new energy. This podcast continues to bring you the information you need about the real estate...

Thinking about getting into real estate? Not so fast – there's more to it than meets the eye!  In this episode, Manny engages in a thought-provoking discussion with guests Victoria and Candida about the realities of the real estate industry.  The conversation delves into the challenges faced by new agents, the importance of proper training and mentorship, and the need for transparency and acc...

This is a wide discussion that will leave you thinking afterward. Manny talks with guest Doug Downs about music, the role of anger in today’s society, technology’s impacts on lives and ultimately what one word would Doug say describes the secret recipe for success in life. Patience is a virtue. Listen For: 04:09 - From Band Life to Broadcasting 11:35 - The Dangers of Phone Addiction 19:55 - The Ne...

Navigating the crossroads of youth. Isaac Soares, a bright architecture student, wrestles with the weighty decision between further education and diving into the workforce. His candid conversation with Manny Andrade in this episode dives into the societal pressures faced by young adults to chart out their entire lives prematurely. They explore themes of privilege, opportunity cost, and the pursuit...

In this episode Lisa Gibbs, the executive director of the Royal LePage Shelter Foundation, and Manny discuss their recent trek in Ecuador to raise funds for shelters and violence prevention programs. They reflect on the physical and emotional challenges of the trek, the beauty of Ecuador, and the importance of their cause. They also discuss the progress made in addressing intimate partner violence...

High Performance. We all want that. But how do we achieve it? In this episode, Kathleen Black, a high-performance real estate coach, discusses her philosophy of "shift" and how it has helped her, and her clients navigate various challenges. She explains that "shift" is about changing one's mindset and perspective to overcome obstacles and achieve goals. Black emphasizes th...

Your mindset is often everything. If your mindset is scarcity, you react one way. If it’s abundance, you react differently. Shifting to an abundance mindset has positively impacted Sarah's real estate career. In this episode she shares an exercise called "What would that give me?" to help realtors transition from a state of constantly worrying about their next deal to having a more...

Positive thinking, setting clear goals, and getting enough sleep – all critical components for personal and professional success. In this episode Manny teams up with daughter Allyson (a Ph. D. Candidate in Behavioural Neuroscience) to debunk the myth that merely thinking positive thoughts guarantees success – it must be couples with practical actions. Visualizing your success activates brain regio...

John DiMichele shares his vision and highlights some of the best achievements he’s been involved in such as reshaping the mindset of the MLS across North America. By spearheading innovation rooted in the Real Estate Financial Process (RFP) and introducing progressive concepts, he’s successfully modernized the MLS landscape and garnered support from industry peers.   But he emphasizes the crucial r...

Sustainability is at the forefront of John DiMichele’s thoughts these days. In this episode he shares his visionary perspective with a keen focus on current environmental challenges. John passionately highlights the urgency of addressing climate change head-on.  Guest: John DiMichele, CEO Toronto Regional Real Estate Board (TRREB) John leads the largest real estate board in North American with ove...

When you think about it, some people just have “it.”    You know… the “it” factor. They look it, they feel it, they show it, they live it.    “It” can be different things to different people. It may be business and financial success. It may be a genuine love and appreciation they receive from those who know them. It may be an inner peace and confidence.   Where does it come from? Are they born wit...

In this episode we delve into the fascinating world of the biology behind turning our dreams into reality. Our brains play a crucial role in influencing our behaviours and understanding the biological processes that lead to motivation is key to achieving our goals.    Drawing on inspiration from Pavlov’s dog and the study of learning, we explore how associations are formed in our brains and how ce...