Daniel Hicks

Not So Secret Agent Podcast

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Learn from top real estate agents how they maintain a thriving business, all while living the good life. We have interesting guests that will be sharing their tips and tricks on how they built an amazing careers in real estate by working by referral.

Author

Daniel Hicks

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Business

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Latest episode

Jul 8, 2026

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Episodes

Forever Clients, SOPs & Putting the Human Back in Real Estate with Lisa Wright 08.07.2026

Danny and Earl sit down with Lehigh Valley, PA agent Lisa Wright of Berkshire Hathaway Fox & Roach, who has nearly 30 years in the business and a team built on systems, culture, and intentional client care. Lisa breaks down her "Forever Client Community," a branded post-closing experience complete with a welcome box, prosecco, and a systematic touchpoint program designed to keep clients connec...

From the Other Side: What Selling My Own House Taught Me 17.06.2026

Danny catches up with Earl Endrich, who's navigating the rare experience of being on the client side of a deal while selling his own home and an investment property. The two dig into pricing strategy, including why underpricing a listing can actually drive better terms and a faster close than chasing top dollar. Earl also breaks down his approach to "adopting" retiring agents' databases and client...

Peak Performance: Lessons from Hawaii (That Definitely Wasn't Fun) 05.06.2026

Danny sits down with Delaware and Southeastern Pennsylvania agent Earl Endrich to unpack the highlights from Brian Buffini's Peak conference — held in Hawaii, not that anyone's admitting they had fun. The two dig into the fundamentals agents often overlook, from mastering client conversations and asking better referral questions to avoiding shiny object syndrome. They also break down key insights...

Second Homes and Strong Systems with Brian Logue 06.05.2026

Danny sits down with Brian Logue of Ocean City, New Jersey to talk about building a successful real estate business in a second-home and vacation market. They discuss working by referral, using AI to improve systems and client experience, and how client events help turn relationships into long-term business. Brian also shares how Zillow leads and strong follow-up have helped grow his nearly $60M-p...

Chris Hightower on Attorney Referrals, B2B Systems, and Playing the Long Game 08.04.2026

In this episode of the Not So Secret Agent Podcast, Chris Hightower, a third-generation real estate pro from Austin, Texas, joins Danny and Earl to share the systems behind his referral-based business. Chris breaks down his unique strategy of building relationships with newly barred attorneys— specifically probate and bankruptcy attorneys — as a way to level up his price point and create a steady...

Three Calls a Day: How Intentional Prospecting Beats a Full Call Sheet 30.03.2026

In this episode of the Not So Secret Agent Podcast, George Raptis, a 23-year real estate veteran from Fort Wayne, Indiana, returns to share how he runs a referral-based business without ever using the word "referral." He breaks down his approach to segmenting his database by price point, his daily call routine, and his personal rule: if he didn't ask for a referral during the conversation, it does...

Best Strategies for Building Lasting Relationships in Real Estate 11.03.2026

In this episode of the "Not So Secret Agent Podcast," hosts Danny Hicks and Earl discuss intentional networking and relationship-building strategies for real estate business growth. They share plans for upcoming events, like a Baltimore gathering and monthly rooftop happy hours, and emphasize the importance of cultivating referral partners such as lenders and inspectors. The hosts highlight reward...

From Transactions to Relationships: The Secret Sauce for Real Estate Success 26.02.2026

In this episode of the "Not So Secret Agent Podcast," Danny Hicks and Earl discuss effective real estate business growth strategies, focusing on the "blitz" system—structured outreach through pop-bys, calls, and notes. They emphasize consistency, tracking activities in a CRM, and prioritizing quality relationships over quantity. The hosts share insights on client categorization, motivating teams,...

S2: Ep9 | Starting the Blitz 11.02.2026

In this episode, Danny and Earl discuss how they’re kicking off the blitz during a blizzard—sharing their no-excuses mindset, creative winter ideas, and how to adapt and keep momentum even when there’s no perfect plan.

S2: Ep 8 | Starting off the New Year 28.01.2026

In this episode, Danny and Earl discuss getting back to real estate fundamentals, including how to ask for referrals more naturally, organize your database, and build systems that support long-term relationships and consistent growth.

S2: Ep7 | Planning 2026 07.01.2026

On today's episode, Danny and Earl discussing planning for the year.

S2: Ep 6 | Boundaries 24.12.2025

On this episode, Danny and Earl discuss setting boundaries with clients.

S2: Ep5 | Conference Panel 10.12.2025

Today's episode is our final and third installment from the September conference in Chantilly, VA, where Danny hosted a panel of top realtors in the business.

S2: Ep4 | Rob Commodari 26.11.2025

Today's episode features second speaker at the conference: Rob Commodari.

S2: Ep3 | Thomas Blackwell 12.11.2025

Today's episode features live footage from a recent conference in Chantilly, Va. This episode highlights keynote speaker and trainer, Thomas Blackwell.

S3: Ep2 | Wyatt Taylor 29.10.2025

Our second episode of the season features Richmond attorney, Wyatt Taylor!

S2: Ep1 | Danny & Earl 16.10.2025

Season 2 kickoff with new cohost, Earl!

Ep 37 | Kyle Taylor 22.08.2025

Full interview with Kyle Taylor

Todd's Journey: Art, Community, and Realty Success 05.03.2025

What happens when an IT professional's passion for fine arts intersects with the world of real estate? Todd Boyd's journey from tech to realty is nothing short of inspiring, as he shares how he turned his artistic flair into a thriving business model. In our conversation, Todd reveals how his unique brokerage, complete with a showroom that doubles as an art gallery, redefines client experiences. H...

Navigating Real Estate: Trent Taylor's Journey and Strategic Insights 21.02.2025

Discover the unique journey of Trent Taylor, a history graduate turned real estate professional, who navigated his way from the confines of a loan officer cubicle to the dynamic world of real estate during the market upheavals of 2020. Hear about his early days with a lead-heavy team during the booming low-interest market of 2021 and his strategic transition to Berkshire Hathaway as the market evo...

Ep 37 | Trent Taylor 06.02.2025

Ep 37 | Trent Taylor

Ep 36 | Kim Winters 02.11.2024
Ep 34 | Julie Woods 09.10.2024
Ep 33 | Matt Cullather 24.09.2024
Ep 31 | Karl Miller 01.09.2024

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