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In this episode, Shawn Kunkler sits down with Zac Nelson to uncover what really drives success in real estate sales today. From storytelling that connects with clients to mastering personality-driven communication, this conversation dives deep into the skills agents need to thrive in a competitive market.

We discuss:

• Why building trust matters more than scripts or hard selling
  
  
• How the apprenticeship model shapes successful real estate careers
  
  
• The role of video content & social proof in establishing authority
  
  
• Why AI tools and innovative strategies are changing real estate marketing forever
  
  
• The importance of planning, preparation, and proactive communication for sellers
  
  
• Balancing personal growth, mastermind learning, and outdoor activities for a sustainable career
  
  

Whether you’re a new agent trying to stand out, a seasoned realtor exploring AI-driven marketing, or just curious about where real estate is headed, this conversation is packed with insights, practical takeaways, and some surprising truths.

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Realtor180 is a weekly show dedicated to connecting you to top-performing agents nationwide to learn their insider secrets for succeeding on a massive scale. Each week we discover fresh marketing ideas, business strategies, and doses of inspiration to grow your business to the next level. More importantly, we will hear firsthand from industry experts about the pitfalls to avoid making along the way.

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Are you living as the hero, villain, or victim in your own story? In this powerful episode, Shawn Kunkler, the founder of the Homeward Associates Group out of San Francisco, sits down with Tyler Davis Jones to explore how storytelling shapes success in business and life. Drawing from Donald Miller’s Hero on a Mission, they dive deep into how the narratives we choose impact resilience, creativity, and personal growth.

You’ll learn how to:
✅ Embrace personal responsibility and transform weakness into strength
✅ Cultivate empathy and authentic connections in business & life
✅ Harness creativity and resilience to overcome challenges
✅ Rediscover the wisdom of elders and the importance of truth
✅ Build intentional family time and live fully in the present

This conversation is about more than real estate or business. It’s about mindset, authenticity, and what it really means to live a meaningful life. If you’re ready to take ownership of your story, this episode will inspire you to choose your narrative and step fully into the role of hero.

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About the Podcast:
Realtor180 is a weekly show dedicated to connecting you to top-performing agents nationwide to learn their insider secrets for succeeding on a massive scale. Each week we discover fresh marketing ideas, business strategies, and doses of inspiration to grow your business to the next level. More importantly, we will hear firsthand from industry experts about the pitfalls to avoid making along the way.

Hit that subscribe button now, grab a notebook, and learn that one thing that will help you turn your business around 180 degrees.

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Struggling to balance real estate success with your personal life? In this episode, Shawn Kunkler, the founder of the Homeward Associates Group out of San Francisco, sits down with Chirag Shah to unpack how today’s top agents can thrive in a rapidly changing industry without burning out.

You’ll learn how to:

✅ Build a business that fits your lifestyle, not the other way around
✅ Leverage AI tools to gain a competitive edge
✅ Master client communication and set clear expectations
✅ Use feedback to continually improve your business
✅ Create systems for consistency, discipline, and long-term growth

Chirag also shares why work-life balance, personalized client experiences, and continuous learning are the keys to thriving in today’s market. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to level up, this conversation will help you adapt, grow, and future-proof your business.

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About the Podcast:
Realtor180 is a weekly show dedicated to connecting you to top-performing agents nationwide to learn their insider secrets for succeeding on a massive scale. Each week we discover fresh marketing ideas, business strategies, and doses of inspiration to grow your business to the next level. More importantly, we will hear firsthand from industry experts about the pitfalls to avoid making along the way.

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What if YouTube wasn’t just a platform for videos, but your most powerful tool for building trust, growing your brand, and connecting with clients on a deeper level?

In this episode, Shawn Kunkler, the founder of the Homeward Associates Group out of San Francisco, sits down with Michael Holt to unpack the art and science of real estate content creation. From mastering short-form and long-form videos to weaving in humor, storytelling, and local insights, they reveal how agents can turn simple videos into lasting relationships and real results.

You’ll discover why consistency beats perfection, how to make your first few minutes unforgettable, and why the camera isn’t as important as the connection you create. Michael also shares personal stories and proven strategies that show just how much impact the right content can have on your business, your confidence and creativity.

If you’ve ever wondered how to stand out online, attract the right clients, and have fun while doing it, this is the conversation you don’t want to miss!

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About the Podcast:
Realtor180 is a weekly show dedicated to connecting you to top-performing agents nationwide to learn their insider secrets for succeeding on a massive scale. Each week we discover fresh marketing ideas, business strategies, and doses of inspiration to grow your business to the next level. More importantly, we will hear firsthand from industry experts about the pitfalls to avoid making along the way.

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The Bay Area market is shifting fast. Cash buyers, interest rates, and creative strategies are rewriting the rules.

If you’re buying, selling, investing, or just trying to decode the Bay Area housing puzzle, this conversation is packed with real-world insights you won’t hear anywhere else.

In this episode, Shawn Kunkler, the founder of the Homeward Associates Group out of San Francisco, sat down with Bay Area powerhouse Crystal Florida to unpack the truth behind today’s real estate market. From rising interest rates shaking up buyer behavior, cash buyers swooping in and changing the playing field, to the creative strategies agents and investors must use to stay ahead, we cover it all.

Tap in and walk away with strategies you can use today to win in one of the most competitive markets in the country.

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About the Podcast:
Realtor180 is a weekly show dedicated to connecting you to top-performing agents nationwide to learn their insider secrets for succeeding on a massive scale. Each week we discover fresh marketing ideas, business strategies, and doses of inspiration to grow your business to the next level. More importantly, we will hear firsthand from industry experts about the pitfalls to avoid making along the way.

Hit that subscribe button now, grab a notebook, and learn that one thing that will help you turn your business around 180 degrees.

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What if the real secret to success in real estate wasn’t marketing or strategy, but the way you connect with people?

In this episode, Shawn Kunkler sits down with Kim Harizman to explore how personal connections, integrity, and perspective can transform both your business and your life. From leaving the corporate world behind to mastering the nuances of client relationships, Kim shares how trust, curiosity, and positivity have shaped her path in real estate.

You’ll hear powerful insights on why surrounding yourself with the right people matters, how referrals and networking fuel lasting growth, and why curiosity creates deeper conversations than opinions ever could. The discussion also dives into how algorithms shape our perceptions and how shifting your perspective can change everything.

If you’re ready to grow not just as an agent, but as a person, this is an episode you don’t want to miss.

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About the Podcast:
Realtor180 is a weekly show dedicated to connecting you to top-performing agents nationwide to learn their insider secrets for succeeding on a massive scale. Each week we discover fresh marketing ideas, business strategies, and doses of inspiration to grow your business to the next level. More importantly, we will hear firsthand from industry experts about the pitfalls to avoid making along the way.

Hit that subscribe button now, grab a notebook, and learn that one thing that will help you turn your business around 180 degrees.

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In this transformative episode, Shawn Kunkler, the founder of the Homeward Associates Group out of San Francisco, sits down with Eliza Michiels to unpack the true meaning of holistic wealth, a vision of success that goes far beyond money. Eliza shares her personal journey from the hustle culture to the TED stage, revealing how chasing financial success nearly cost her everything. Together, they explore the deeper foundations of a meaningful life: community, emotional well-being, and intentional living.

This conversation challenges the pressures society places on achievement and invites you to reimagine what it means to be truly wealthy. With insights on slowing down, embracing curiosity, and finding balance between the present and the future, Eliza offers a powerful reminder that fulfillment isn’t found in the grind, but in how we choose to live, connect, and thrive.

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About the Podcast:
Realtor180 is a weekly show dedicated to connecting you to top-performing agents nationwide to learn their insider secrets for succeeding on a massive scale. Each week we discover fresh marketing ideas, business strategies, and doses of inspiration to grow your business to the next level. More importantly, we will hear firsthand from industry experts about the pitfalls to avoid making along the way.

Hit that subscribe button now, grab a notebook, and learn that one thing that will help you turn your business around 180 degrees.

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What happens when you step off the endless treadmill of grinding for success and instead choose presence, balance, and intention?

In this powerful conversation, Shawn Kunkler, the founder of the Homeward Associates Group out of San Francisco, sits down with San Diego realtor Jumpei Kontani to explore how meditation and mindfulness completely transformed his career and his life. From his early roots in energy healing in Japan to navigating the high-pressure world of real estate, Jumpei reveals how the relentless hustle nearly cost him his well-being and how mindfulness became his path to freedom.

Together, they unpack the hidden costs of the grind mentality, the impact of social media and technology on our peace of mind, and why self-compassion and community are essential to lasting change. Jumpei shares practical tools for beginning a meditation practice, creating balance in a demanding profession, and shifting from being a “human doing” to a “human being.”

If you’ve ever felt trapped by the race for success, this episode will inspire you to slow down, breathe, and discover a deeper way of living and thriving.

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About the Podcast:
Realtor180 is a weekly show dedicated to connecting you to top-performing agents nationwide to learn their insider secrets for succeeding on a massive scale. Each week we discover fresh marketing ideas, business strategies, and doses of inspiration to grow your business to the next level. More importantly, we will hear firsthand from industry experts about the pitfalls to avoid making along the way.

Hit that subscribe button now, grab a notebook, and learn that one thing that will help you turn your business around 180 degrees.

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Your host Shawn Kunkler is a licensed Realtor® in California DRE 01991440 and the founder of the Homeward Associates at COMPASS. ...