The Thoughtful Realtor Podcast

In the world of real estate and life, having difficult conversations is par for the course. While uncomfortable at times, engaging in tough conversations makes us more understanding, compassionate and resilient. We share some of our tips in this episode and would love to hear yours too.

When we talk about branding, there’s no doubt that Kenny Truong AKA #FASTAGENT has built one of the most recognizable and innovative brands in the Bay Area. Having built a niche as a disruptor with an inkling for trying out new tools and marketing campaigns, Kenny shares his passion for being a thought leader in our real estate industry, scaling and building up his team, and leaving a legacy for h...

We’re all spending a ton of time online during these times of quarantine. Today, we’re talking SOCIAL and how best you can show up on social media during a pandemic. But, really, this is all about how to best show up any time. Especially in this time, where it’s advised that we be socially distant, it’s important to know that we need to be emotionally close.

We chat with San Francisco's premier luxury leasing agent, Inna Rubinchik -- where she shares how giving value and sharing all that she knows has helped fuel and drive her business. Inna's polished, persistent and tenacious -- and her recognized brand reflects that. Tune in to hear what motivates Inna -- how she went from a tax consultant at Deloitte to picking up the Yellow Pages and landing a jo...

As today’s pandemic continues to progress, we won't know the full ripple effects for some time, but it sure looks like we’ll be in this COVID-19 situation for quite a while. So, yes, your business will change -- maybe for a single quarter, or maybe for the entire year, maybe beyond. So, now comes a choice… Do you choose to wallow in uncertainty and freeze? Or do you choose to focus on the present...

For so many of you, you’re likely working from home… acclimating to a new kind of business, a new kind of normal… virtual tours, online meetings and trainings, plenty of check-in calls with clients, looking ahead, and preparing for what’s to come. More than ever, in these unprecedented and trying times, we have to have faith in ourselves -- to know that we CAN and WILL get through these difficult...

Is your branding reflective of who you are and your business? When we talk about branding, we’re talking about the look and feel of your business. From your website to social media to your direct mail, to how you show up… your brand matters. And it’s a lot more than just looking pretty. Tune in as we share tactical tools to help you think through your brand and how you want to it be.

  We often get asked by our coaching clients and students, How do I advise buyer clients to move forward? How do you know if it’s the one?   Making big decisions like whether or not to write an offer on a home can feel scary and daunting. After all, buying a home is one of the largest purchases any person will ever make! As a result, decision fatigue is a real thing. In this episode, we share tips...

As a Realtor, you may not think of yourself as a storyteller. Heck, you may not think of your story at all. But, we’re here to say that YOUR stories and your storytelling have real and major impact on your brand and your business. Well-told stories are the bedrock of any strong branding strategy. Today, we’re sharing our five top sources of story inspiration and how we use them to find the best st...

We love Instagram! It's visual, inspiring, and - when done right - can be a space for authentic connections. It's not for everyone, but for those of you who employ the platform in your branding strategy, it's an amazing opportunity to tell stories -- YOUR stories. We've got 10 super simple and highly-actionable ways to optimize your Instagram presence. Let's get to 'em!

So today’s question is… How do you stay present with the most important people in your life, when you’ve got business on the line or when you THINK you’ve got business on the line? This episode is for those times when you find yourself with your loved ones -- physically -- but with your mind off somewhere completely different. It's time to get present!

Our very first interview! We're talking with one of our favorite Realtors in San Francisco, Paula Rose. Paula is such an elegant professional. Her work speaks for itself and her clients know that they have an agent on their side who they can wholeheartedly trust. We get into how Paula got into the business, how she thrives, and how she’s building up the next generation of Realtors. Paula Y. Rose /...

We all experience challenges, right? They can have a major impact on us, our business, our relationships. And if we don’t focus on how to better confront them, we can’t truly breakthrough, thrive, and do what we do best. So... How do you confront your challenges? Today, we're talking about the 3 not-so-ideal ways we often show up in the face of challenge, and diving into a better way to go instead...

How did we build our sales business? Prospect by prospect, of course. But, we only used 4 skills to build and cultivate the pipeline of leads that fueled our growth from the very beginning -- all super simple skills but certainly not easy. How do you prospect for new clients, or nurture the existing ones?

We've got our co-host, Connie Chung, in the hot seat! We're going deep into the life of being a powerhouse mom and entrepreneur, amongst so many other hats. Yup, we're talking about being a #momboss! To all the big boss mama's out there, we see you and love you -- this one's for you! We cover:A good typical day in the life of a #momboss (01:10)From business first to baby first (03:25)Optimizing th...

On the first edition of The Thoughtful Realtor: BOBA TALK (yup... caffeine, conversation, and conviviality), we're reflecting back on the past decade and sharing some of our favorite lessons learned. From the front to the back: #1: Make your home wherever you are (02:14)#2: Your story matters (03:56)#3: Be open to whoever you meet, whenever (and wherever!) you meet them (06:09)#4: If it’s not a he...

Do you ever have a pesky voice inside your head creating doubt, guilt and shame? Yup, we do, too. It’s a voice often behind our fear, inaction and those long, sleepless nights. We're diving into the ways our inner critic can hold us back, and the practical tools to hold it back. You can find our free exercise to escort that inner critic right out of your day at ConnieAndKenny.com. We cover:Let's t...

Basking in the crisp air and the crunchy leaves of the fall, we talking all about gratitude, as a life practice AND a business one. With only a few more weeks of the year (and decade), this is the time for reflecting on the present -- and to get introspective about the past year, while dreaming about the future one coming up. In the episode, we cover:What we’re most thankful for (02:00)Our best gr...

The holidays are one of the brightest, busiest times of the year -- the parties, the gatherings, the family and friends. But, if you're like us, it can be exhausting. This episode goes out to the introverts out there. With so many events lined up in the span of a few weeks, we’re talking about how to tackle it all with grace, cheer, and maybe a spreadsheet or two. We cover:Kenny, an introvert?! (0...

A final episode for our launch batch! We’ve got horror stories - some of our favorite scary tales from our experience as Realtors, especially from when we first got into the business. We’ve all been there, and we can all learn from them. And we know you’ve got your own, too.

A second episode for our launch! We’re talking all about business planning, one of the highlights of our year (especially since it usually involves a luxurious ambiance and spa time). Get ready to walk through the questions to ensure you 2020 business AND personal life are solid. Download our FREE 2020 Business Plan: Launch Guide + Worksheet at www. ConnieAndKenny.com !

Our inaugural episode! To our budding real estate agents out there, we’re talking all about how our careers as non-profit fundraisers set us up to for success in residential real estate sales, going from making $40,000 dollar a year to six-figure incomes with a solid referral-based business.