Life at Ten Tenths

Every day, something is playing in the background of your life. Music. News. Conversations. The environments you move through. Whether you realize it or not, all of it is shaping your energy. This episode of Life at Ten Tenths , sparked by a story from longtime friend and agent Mike Doyle, looks at how music, media, and everyday inputs quietly influence mood, decision-making, patience, and perform...

When a home isn’t selling, it is easy to blame marketing, photos, showings, or the market. But often, the biggest obstacle isn’t any of those things. It may simply be "the seller may be the highest bidder on their own home". This conversation isn’t about blame or pressure. It’s about clarity. You’ll learn how pricing becomes emotional, why sellers often anchor to past value or future hopes, and ho...

Vision boards aren’t just a New Year’s tradition. They’re a tool for transitions, new beginnings, and moments when you’re ready to realign—no matter what month it is. In this episode of Life at Ten Tenths, Matt and Garrett are joined by special guest Jocelyn Frey for a real-life conversation about why vision boards actually work—and why they continue working even when you stop consciously thinking...

It’s rarely about timing the market and it’s almost never just about the house. In this episode of Life at Ten Tenths , Matt and Garrett dig into new data from the latest Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers to uncover the hidden pattern behind most real estate moves today —and it all points back to one thing: community . More specifically, people are moving to be closer to friends, family, and the...

For Sale By Owner gets talked about a lot—but rarely with clarity. In this episode of Life at Ten Tenths , Matt and Garrett dig into newly released data around FSBO vs. agent-assisted sales and unpack what the numbers actually say—without fear, hype, or outdated talking points. This isn’t about convincing sellers they can’t do it on their own. It’s about understanding why most people still choose...

Most people don’t quit because something doesn’t work. They quit because they judge it too early. In this episode of Life at Ten Tenths, Matt and Garrett break down the powerful difference between the first time you try something and the 10th time—and why that gap is where growth actually happens. Whether it’s video, events, door knocking, presentations, systems, or new habits, the first attempt i...

A buyer was ordered to pay $24,000 after breaking a buyer broker agreement—and it’s raising serious questions across the real estate industry. In this episode of Life at Ten Tenths , Matt and Garrett break down one of the first known buyer broker agreement arbitration cases , where a brokerage was awarded a full buyer-side commission after a buyer went under contract with another agent. This conve...

Chaos isn’t a workload problem—it’s a consistency problem. Many real estate professionals find themselves stuck in a reactionary cycle—busy when business is flowing, scrambling when it slows down, and constantly feeling like they’re either catching up or falling behind. In this episode of Life at Ten Tenths , Matt and Garrett break down why that cycle exists and how to step off it. This conversati...

Hustle can create momentum—but without a plan, it rarely creates sustainability. As the year wraps up, many agents default to the same strategy: do more . More calls. More content. More effort. But “doing more” without clarity isn’t a plan—it’s a fast track to burnout and frustration. In this episode of Life at Ten Tenths , Matt and Garrett break down what actually creates results in a real estate...

New episodes every Monday and Thursday. Join us as we explore building thriving real estate businesses without sacrificing what matters most—your life. Let's talk about the activities and tactics that will help you show up consistently, build a business that reflects your values, bring your best energy to the world and your family, and make a positive impact—all while creating abundance, giving yo...

The Engagement Engine is a visual framework that helps you design a business built around your strengths, your energy, and your people . Instead of copying scripts, chasing trends, or forcing yourself into systems you hate, Matt and Garrett break down how to design the right mix of engagement for YOU —one that creates momentum without burnout. In this episode, they cover how to: Identify which eng...

Is your calendar working for you—or against you? In this episode of Life at Ten Tenths, Garrett and Matt dig into one of the biggest reasons people miss their goals: a broken calendar. If you've ever said "I know what I need to do, I just didn't get to it," this one's for you. We're talking about why so many of us avoid putting things on our calendar (hint: it's about avoiding accountability), how...

New episodes every Monday and Thursday. Join us as we explore building thriving real estate businesses without sacrificing what matters most—your life. Let's talk about the activities and tactics that will help you show up consistently, build a business that reflects your values, bring your best energy to the world and your family, and make a positive impact—all while creating abundance, giving yo...

New episodes every Monday and Thursday. Join us as we explore building thriving real estate businesses without sacrificing what matters most—your life. Let's talk about the activities and tactics that will help you show up consistently, build a business that reflects your values, bring your best energy to the world and your family, and make a positive impact—all while creating abundance, giving yo...

New episodes every Monday and Thursday. Coaching, community and more: https://tentenths.co ________________________________________ Why do we create chaos we don’t need? Why, when things are finally calm and working, do we shake the snow globe and send our world swirling again? In this episode, Matt and Garrett break down the subtle ways we introduce unnecessary chaos into our businesses and lives...

Why do today's buyers have a harder time committing to a property than in 2021? It is easy to chalk up to "the market" but really, it's the motivation. Garrett and Matt unpack the critical shift every agent needs to understand. You see, COVID-era buyers were escaping pain (survival moves), while today's buyers are chasing a vision (dream moves). This single distinction explains why buyers are more...

Ever get surprised by a friend you are close to who lists their property with another agent ? We promise it's most likely not personal — even though it feels like a gut punch - it's friction! In this episode, Garrett and Matt break down the invisible roadblocks inside your business that push clients toward the “path of least resistance,” even when they genuinely want to work with you. You’ll learn...

One of the most powerful practices in life and business: gratitude. Not as a cliché, not as a holiday checkbox—but as a daily ritual that can shift your energy, break old patterns, and bring peace into every part of your world. Today we explore how gratitude creates instant emotional transformation, why it works even on the hardest days, and how it elevates the people around you. You’ll hear real...

Agents everywhere are talking about interest rates—but they’re looking in the wrong direction. In this episode, Matt and Garrett explain why life changes are the real force behind buying and selling decisions. Discover how to identify true motivation, stop waiting for “the perfect market,” and focus on the conversations that actually create business. A grounded, practical episode for agents who wa...

In today’s real estate landscape, buyers, sellers, and even agents are more confused than ever. Pricing feels unpredictable, micro-markets are shifting, foreclosure conversations are popping up in unexpected places, and most agents are still sending out fluffy marketing that does little to build trust. In this episode, Matt and Garrett break down what it really means to become the trusted advisor...

AI is everywhere in real estate right now—but not all AI content is helping your business. In fact, some of it is quietly killing trust with your clients. In this episode, Matt and Garrett dive deep into how some real estate agents are unintentionally damaging their brand by using AI shortcuts, generic content, and inauthentic messaging. They get into real examples, personal stories, and practical...

What if the real path to success starts by choosing your life first — and trusting the business will rise to support it? In this episode, Matt & Garrett sit down with Justin Roethlingshoefer, who walked away from a comfortable tech career to build a life aligned with purpose, energy, and lifestyle. From surfing at sunrise to finding a community that fuels growth, this conversation explores the...

What happens when you stop trying to fit in — and finally start being you ? Recorded live in Dallas–Fort Worth with the Dennis Tuttle Team, this conversation blends inspiration with action — from building a business rooted in service to understanding how love, trust, and individuality drive long-term success in real estate and in life. In this episode, Matt and Garrett share powerful takeaways fro...

Sometimes the fastest way to grow your real estate business is to first grow into the person who runs it. Julie Kaminski joins Matt & Garrett for a fantastic conversation about transformation, rewiring habits, and building a thriving real estate business by starting with your mornings. Julie shares her story of letting go and the exact practices that worked for her. This episode dives into the...

Most agents think working from home gives them freedom — but for many, it quietly erodes standards, structure, and momentum. In this episode, Matt & Garrett break down why some agents absolutely thrive with work-at-home environments… and why others slowly drift into distraction, reactivity, and “accidental real estate.” The difference isn’t talent — it’s intention, environment, and discipline....