In this episode of Rise and Thrive, BHS broker and host Daniella Schlisser sits down with industry icon Fred Peters for a candid, thoughtful conversation about the winding roads that lead us to success.

From studying music theory and falling in love with architecture, to building — and eventually selling — Warburg Realty, Fred reflects on ambition, fear, self-esteem, and the courage it takes to choose the harder path. Together, they unpack what it really means to thrive in real estate: doing the work, embracing fear, leading with EQ, and building something of your own.

A must-watch for anyone navigating growth, reinvention, and the long game.

Filmed as part of the Mastery of Real Estate (MORE) Network, powered by Brown Harris Stevens.

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Brown Harris Stevens is one of the largest privately owned real estate brokerages in the country, with more than 40 offices across four states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Florida.

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In this episode of Rise & Thrive, host Daniella Schlisser welcomes Melanie Roy, an award-winning television producer turned luxury interior designer with a clientele spanning some of the country's most exclusive zip codes. Melanie opens up about the challenges and triumphs of reinventing herself after nearly 15 years in TV, sharing candid reflections on navigating a bold career shift post-motherhood and the transformative power of humility, trusting the process and staying the course.

Rise and Thrive is an inspirational and motivational monthly podcast hosted by Daniella Schlisser, a successful businesswoman in real estate for 20+ years and single mother of three who has faced tremendous adversity and thrived despite and because of it. In each episode of Rise and Thrive, Daniella and her guests dive into candid conversations about challenges faced both personally and professionally, sharing valuable insights on how to overcome obstacles and emerge stronger and better than before.

Filmed at Brown Harris Stevens' Studio 1873, Part of the Mastery of Real Estate (MORE) Network.

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Brown Harris Stevens is one of the largest privately owned real estate brokerages in the country, with more than 40 offices across four states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Florida.

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In this special episode of Rise & Thrive, host Daniella Schlisser sits down with Sales Director Doug Williford to recount her own journey of reinvention after her world was turned upside down. Daniella recounts her beginnings in New York City real estate 23 years ago after waking up one morning as a single mother of three without a dollar to her name. Rebuilding her life from the ground up to become one of New York City's top residential real estate brokers, Daniella reflects on the invaluable lessons she has learned along the way. She discusses the power of trusting the process, embracing self-forgiveness, and being transparent about struggle with one's support system and hopes that her story will inspire others facing adversities of their own.

Rise and Thrive is an inspirational and motivational monthly podcast hosted by Daniella Schlisser, a successful businesswoman in real estate for 20+ years and single mother of three who has faced tremendous adversity and thrived despite and because of it. In each episode of Rise and Thrive, Daniella and her guests dive into candid conversations about challenges faced both personally and professionally, sharing valuable insights on how to overcome obstacles and emerge stronger and better than before.

Filmed at Brown Harris Stevens' Studio 1873, Part of the Mastery of Real Estate (MORE) Network.

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Brown Harris Stevens is one of the largest privately owned real estate brokerages in the country, with more than 40 offices across four states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Florida.

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In this episode of Rise & Thrive, host Daniella Schlisser welcomes Andy Lassner, Emmy Award-winning executive producer of The Ellen DeGeneres Show for almost 20 years, the Rosie O'Donnell Show before that and the Jennifer Hudson Show now. Andy openly discusses not just his professional success and reinvention but also his struggle with addiction and journey through sobriety, underscoring the importance of accountability, humility and the support of others.

Rise and Thrive is an inspirational and motivational monthly podcast hosted by Daniella Schlisser, a successful businesswoman in real estate for 20+ years and single mother of three who has faced tremendous adversity and thrived despite and because of it. In each episode of Rise and Thrive, Daniella and her guests dive into candid conversations about challenges faced both personally and professionally, sharing valuable insights on how to overcome obstacles and emerge stronger and better than before.

Filmed at Brown Harris Stevens' Studio 1873, Part of the Mastery of Real Estate (MORE) Network.

Watch:

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7_x00Dbn3ORJD-878wrsMZX_ZOYJfYF9

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Connect with Daniella Schlisser:

https://www.bhsusa.com/real-estate-agent/daniella-schlisser

Brown Harris Stevens is one of the largest privately owned real estate brokerages in the country, with more than 40 offices across four states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Florida.

https://bhsusa.com/

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In this episode of Rise & Thrive, host Daniella Schlisser welcomes renowned architect and artist Harley Swedler to discuss the trajectory of Swedler's vibrant career in architecture, past projects, his creative approach, and much more.

Rise and Thrive is an inspirational and motivational monthly podcast hosted by Daniella Schlisser, a successful businesswoman in real estate for 20+ years and single mother of three who has faced tremendous adversity and thrived despite and because of it. In each episode of Rise and Thrive, Daniella and her guests dive into candid conversations about challenges faced both personally and professionally, sharing valuable insights on how to overcome obstacles and emerge stronger and better than before.

Filmed at Brown Harris Stevens' Studio 1873, Part of the Mastery of Real Estate (MORE) Network.

Watch:

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7_x00Dbn3ORJD-878wrsMZX_ZOYJfYF9

Subscribe:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rise-thrive-with-daniella-schlisser/id1719184648

Connect with Daniella Schlisser:

https://www.bhsusa.com/real-estate-agent/daniella-schlisser

Brown Harris Stevens is one of the largest privately owned real estate brokerages in the country, with more than 40 offices across four states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Florida.

https://bhsusa.com/

#realestate #nyc #nycrealestate #thriving #inspirational