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From apple orchards to award-winning broker, Mike Blake’s journey is anything but ordinary.

In this powerhouse episode of Real Estate Agent Life, Shane and Duane sit down with their longtime friend and fraternity brother to uncover how Mike went from patenting products and selling his first $50k home… to running a 200+ transaction team pacing over 350 deals a year.

Mike drops game-changing insights on:

• Why business plans fail (and how his daily screenshot habit keeps him on track)
• The marketing moves that made clients call him first — years before it was cool
• How 50% reinvestment, time-blocking, and showing up every day built his empire
• The mindset shift that grew his revenue share group from 31 agents to 480 in just 20 months
• The biggest mistake that cost him more than money — and the lesson every agent needs to hear

It’s raw, it’s funny (wait ‘til you hear the Miami story), and it’s full of wisdom for agents, leaders, and entrepreneurs who want to scale without losing their edge.

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What happens when a former logistics expert burns out on corporate America and sets his sights on real estate? You get Eric Meldrum—a team leader, content creator, and visionary who turned YouTube videos into a multi-state lead magnet.

In this episode, Eric joins Shane and Duane to share:

• How he went from startup life and SaaS dreams to real estate success in Michigan and Florida
• The secrets behind his evergreen YouTube strategy that drives millions in production
• The mindset shift that helped him let go of control and build a real business, not just a job
• Lessons from Beats by Dre’s former VP of Ops and why being vulnerable matters more than acting like you have it all figured out

Plus: The conversation gets real on time freedom, team-building, subculture recruiting, ChatGPT referrals (!), and how a single video from two years ago keeps pulling in $30K–$60K commission opportunities.

If you’re tired of chasing and ready to attract, this one’s for you.

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Guntersville native. Lakefront expert. 600+ transactions.

In this episode, we sit down with Rusty Glines, a top-producing Alabama agent who turned a factory job into a lakefront real estate empire. Rusty shares how a copy of Rich Dad Poor Dad sparked a total career reinvention—and how he built a brand of results rooted in faith, family, and work ethic.

We cover:

• His leap from manufacturing to real estate success
• Why he walked away from brokerage ownership (and how it changed his life)
• The difference between volume and value
• His biggest failure (and the system that could’ve saved him)
• How he defines success after 600+ closings

If you’ve ever thought about going all-in on real estate—or taking a step back to do more of what you love—this is the episode you’ve been waiting for.

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What happens when a powerhouse agent accidentally stumbles into real estate… and ends up building a legacy?

In this raw and refreshing episode of the R.E.A.L. Real Estate Agent Life Podcast, Liz Power opens up about what most won’t: the burnout, the emotional battles, the costly mistakes—and how she turned it all into a coaching empire rooted in mentorship, education, and emotional regulation.

If you’ve ever questioned the grind, struggled to find balance, or wondered if you’re truly cut out for this business… this episode is your mirror. Liz dives deep into:

• The surprising way she got into real estate
• How she learned to set boundaries without guilt
• Why emotional intelligence is more valuable than leads
• The real definition of success (hint: it’s not the money)
• How to build your business around positions, not people
• Why mentorship changes everything

This one is for the agents who want more than just another sale—it’s for those chasing meaning, growth, and alignment.

🎧 Listen now on Apple, Spotify, or YouTube – links in the comments.

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Glenn S. Phillips didn’t set out to lead one of America’s fastest-growing niche brokerages. But when a broken tech company with two fatal flaws and zero capital showed up on his doorstep, he and his wife Doris didn’t just fix it…

They reimagined real estate from the ground up.

In this jaw-dropping episode of the R.E.A.L. Real Estate Agent Life Podcast, Glenn joins Shane and Duane for a no-BS, front-row seat into what it really takes to build something timeless in a world obsessed with shortcuts.

From his small-town roots in Bear Creek, Alabama, to running a tech-enabled brokerage that thrives in 39 states, Glenn walks us through:

• Why “high tech with warm touch” is more powerful than AI
• How to build a pipeline of business that’s immune to disruption
• Why fewer agents with unfair advantages win in the long run
• The Circle of Love philosophy behind their business—and their lives
• And why every business ends in an exit—so plan accordingly

Whether you’re a rookie, a rainmaker, or a rain-soaked broker… this episode will make you stop, think, and rethink everything you know about growth, recruiting, and doing the real estate business differently.

“Make the main thing the main thing.” — Glenn S. Phillips

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In this powerful episode of Real Estate Agent Life, broker/owner Hannah NeSmith joins Shane and Duane to unpack what it really takes to grow a thriving boutique brokerage, raise a family, and lead with resilience.

You’ll hear how she:

• Built her company from scratch in a brand-new state with zero connections
• Overcame self-doubt and found strength through discomfort
• Leads with honesty, service, and tough love
• Balances motherhood with high-level leadership—and makes no apologies for it

Whether you’re an agent, team leader, or just someone fighting imposter syndrome, this one’s for you.

🎧 Listen now and find out why “Keep Showing Up” is more than just a slogan—it’s a way of life.

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If you or someone you know has a powerful real estate story, breakthrough, or perspective that could inspire others—we’d love to hear from you. Reach out directly to Shane Kilby or Duane Murphy to be considered for a future episode.

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🎯 Need guidance in your real estate journey?

Whether you’re a brand-new licensee, a seasoned agent looking for a fresh spark, or just thinking about getting into the business—we’ve got you. Reach out and we’ll help connect you with some of the incredible leaders we’ve featured on the show, in markets across the U.S.

💡 And if one connection doesn’t feel like the right fit, no worries—we’ll help point you to someone who is.

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In this raw and riveting episode of R.E.A.L. Real Estate Agent Life, we sit down with Scott Botelho, a former correctional officer turned million-dollar real estate producer and transformational leader.

Scott takes us on a rollercoaster journey — from working inside a prison at 19, building a network marketing empire, and battling a hidden addiction… to completely rebuilding his life, hitting rock bottom, and rising to become the #1 RE/MAX agent in Massachusetts and a top team leader with LPT Realty.

🔥 You’ll hear:

• The mindset shift that saved Scott’s life
• How network marketing introduced him to Jim Rohn, Zig Ziglar, and personal development
• Why real estate is really about lead generation, not houses
• What it takes to build a business that runs on referrals and repeat clients
• His vulnerable battle with addiction and the turning point that led to 14 years of sobriety
• What he wishes every young agent and team leader knew before they hit burnout

Scott’s story is proof that rock bottom can be the start of a legacy. Whether you’re an aspiring agent, a struggling team leader, or just someone needing hope, this episode will light a fire in you.

Guest: Scott Botelho

Host: Shane Kilby

Co-Host: Duane Murphy

Duration: ~49 minutes

Tags: #RealEstate #Mindset #OvercomingAddiction #TeamLeader #LeadGeneration #JimRohn #ReferralBusiness #LPTRealty

Timestamps & Key Topics:

• 00:30 – Meet Scott Botelho: 24 years in real estate, from Remax to LPT
• 02:30 – From state prison job to personal development via network marketing
• 05:50 – How Amway, Jim Rohn & Zig Ziglar shifted Scott’s path forever
• 07:40 – Building a lead-gen real estate business on the side while working full-time
• 09:30 – The pain behind the success: addiction, Oxycontin, and the mask of success
• 14:00 – Rehab, divorce, rock bottom, and the real comeback story
• 17:00 – Mindset, mentorship, and why coaching changes everything
• 21:30 – Relationship capital in real estate: Why your industry reputation matters
• 26:00 – How to help new agents win FAST w

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What if success in real estate wasn’t about selling more homes…

…but about designing a life you don’t want to escape from?

This week on the R.E.A.L. Real Estate Agent Life Podcast, we sit down with our brother, industry veteran, and quiet powerhouse Bret Johnson — a 21-year real estate pro who’s done it all: brokerages, teams, tech, market crashes, reinvention… and finally freedom.

Bret unpacks:

✅ How he built a business that runs 90% on referrals (without buying leads)

✅ Why the “admin first” model saved his sanity — and his profits

✅ The real reason most agents stay stuck in models that don’t serve them

✅ His biggest business failure (and how it led to his best life yet)

Plus: what a preschool graduation has to do with redefining success 🤯

This episode is part masterclass, part therapy session, and full of the kind of honest insight most people won’t say out loud.

📲 Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube

#REALPodcast #ReferralRealEstate #BretJohnson #AgentFreedom #RealEstateLife #RealEstateSuccess #QuietCloser #BrickDriven #RealBroker #AgentAttraction #CRMPower

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