Thought Leaders – Real Estate Re-imagined (formerly The Elevate Podcast)

What if everything you've been taught about property management is fundamentally wrong? In this game-changing episode of Thought Leaders, Ben White, co-founder and CEO of Ailo (processing transactions for 250,000+ users nationwide), reveals why the traditional "production line" approach to property management is undermining profits and driving away talent. As the co-founder and CEO of Ailo, Ben is...

What happens when your clients (or their parents) start fact-checking every recommendation you make with ChatGPT? This desperate comment from a Reddit post reveals what's happening when clients start trusting ChatGPT more than their agents. So, in this episode, Samantha McLean reveals the four strategies for protecting your deals from AI hijacking while turning this "threat" into your biggest comp...

TL;DR: Today we’re releasing a new episode of our Thought Leaders podcast that unpacks the practical side of growing a values-led agency. Dion Besser explains how he stabilised a team that tripled overnight, balanced culture with accountability, and kept clients loyal through volatile markets. Listen on YouTube, Apple Podcasts or Spotify—and sign up to get it in your inbox each week. Dion Besser h...

Curtis Thomson is something of a systems whisperer for industries bogged down by manual processes. Having cut his teeth in the construction world and then co-founding and scaling the field service management software Simpro across the globe, he witnessed firsthand how disjointed systems and repetitive tasks can drain businesses and the people within them. He saw friends in the trades working gruel...

Today we're proud to release the first episode of our brand new podcast "Thought Leaders". In this episode, Samantha McLean goes in depth with Andrew McCulloch, former CEO of Ray White NSW/ACT turned business owner of Ray White Shore Group. Andrew McCulloch is a master of real estate transformation. He's spent his career understanding what makes high-performing agencies tick—first as a t...

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After 466 episodes of Elevate, we're launching into a new era with two exceptional compilations of the sharpest insights, best strategies, and timeless advice from some of Sam's favourite episodes.

In this episode of Elevate, Harcourts Kingsberry CEO Ben Kingsberry shares why real estate leaders need to rethink their approach to technology, the hidden cost of over-automation, and how creating a workplace people want to be in is transforming his business from the inside out.

Lauren Robinson built a high-performing property management business at 29, and now she’s sharing why she wishes she had done it even sooner.

Many aspiring real estate entrepreneurs rush into agency ownership without proper preparation, setting themselves up for preventable challenges. In this episode, Sally Patch shares tips for launching smoothly, avoiding common pitfalls, and building a thriving business from day one.

Andrew Chamberlain, Managing Director of Blackshaw Real Estate, reveals the secrets to successfully running a business with his wife, Belinda while keeping their relationship stronger than ever.

"Everyone has stories to tell that other people are interested in. Whatever level you're at." - Pioneer of UK online real estate and eXp growth leader Adam Day shares how to build influence and succeed in a changing market

"The Only Reason Properties Don't Sell is Operator Error" - BresicWhitney CEO and new REINSW President shares why 2025's challenges are your biggest opportunity

Respected industry leader Mark Cohen shares how AI is helping agents do more deals with less desk time.

Join Daniel Daggers, a leader in luxury real estate, on The Elevate Podcast as he shares insights into his journey, building DDRE Global, and how technology is reshaping the property market. Gain valuable advice on personal branding, navigating geopolitical challenges, and succeeding in the dynamic world of real estate.

Join REIV President Jacob Caine on the Elevate Podcast as he reveals the massive opportunities waiting for agents who embrace AI and sustainability.

*"The more value you give away for free, the less valuable you become."* It's not exactly what you'd expect to hear from a real estate coach. But Steve Shull isn't your typical coach.

The property market stands at an interesting point as we move into 2025: Will smart tech speed up sales? How might the election shift buyer behaviour? And what happens to prices when interest rates drop?

What’s the secret to creating a workplace where agents actually work together and collaborate in an industry that is focused on individual performance?

How can real estate leaders maintain consistency amongst market shifts and constant industry “noise”?

"Reunited and it feels so good..." 🎵 Elite Agent publisher Mark Edwards and editor Samantha McLean are back together behind the mic for a unique new segment of the Elevate podcast called "On Closer Inspection" - taking a deeper (and definitely much cheekier) look at the stories shaping the real estate industry today.

James Short, a renowned coach in the real estate industry, shares his insights on mastering mindset, time management, and financial success in real estate.

Aisha Coe shares how her blend of empathy, strategic thinking and a commitment to giving back has shaped her success across two continents while envisioning a future where technology and well-being transform the real estate industry.

Co-founder and director of Place Real Estate Paul Curtain is a leader who has helped shape the Queensland real estate landscape over the past two decades.

CEO of Harcourts, Adrian Knowles, knows a thing or two about leading a successful organisation and building the right type of culture.