The Winter Solstice marks the stillest moment of the year — the longest night, the quietest turning point, and a natural invitation to reflect. Instead of pushing through the season, the Solstice calls us to pause, reset, and reconnect with our inner compass.

In Episode 396 of the WBNL Podcast, we explore how stillness helps you gain clarity and direction as you head into 2026. Whether you're hiking a familiar trail, journaling by a window, or simply taking a quiet moment to breathe, the Solstice offers a powerful opportunity to reset.

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Preparing for 2026? In this episode, Jan O'Brien and Matt Emerson break down the clarity, trends, and market insights every real estate agent, team leader, and broker needs to confidently plan for the new year.

You'll learn how to pause and reflect before planning, what national economic forces actually matter, why local market expertise is your biggest advantage, and how to position yourself as the trusted advisor your clients need right now.

Plus:
✔️ National trends influencing real estate in 2025–2026
✔️ Mortgage rate realities & consumer affordability
✔️ The data points you MUST track in your local market
✔️ How to interpret market noise for your clients
✔️ Year-end review strategies for agents & leaders
✔️ Why pivoting quickly will be essential in 2026
✔️ How to attract clients who are ready, willing, and able

If you want to enter 2026 with clarity, confidence, and a real plan… this episode is for you.

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The holiday season isn't one big moment — it's a marathon of family gatherings, friend get-togethers, office parties, school events, and endless expectations. And somewhere along the way, we convince ourselves that each one needs to be perfect.

In Episode 394 of the Wandering But Not Lost Podcast, we're breaking that pressure wide open.

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AI isn't a future trend — it's the new infrastructure of real estate.
From AI listing search inside ChatGPT… to virtual staging… to deepfake scams… to accuracy issues… the industry has changed FAST.

In Episode 393, Jan and Matt break down AI & Real Estate 2.0 — what's evolved, what matters, and what agents MUST adapt to immediately.

In this episode you'll learn:
✔ Why your clients are consulting AI before they talk to you
✔ Zillow's integration inside ChatGPT and what it means for agents
✔ The rise of AI-generated visuals — and the legal disclosures you now need
✔ How to batch real estate content the smart + ethical way
✔ New AI-driven risks: fake listings, voice cloning scams, deepfake video fraud
✔ Why "verifying AI outputs" is now a required agent skill
✔ The legal red line: using AI for contract language
✔ How to position yourself as the trusted interpreter in the AI era

AI isn't replacing agents — it's elevating the ones who adapt.
Let's dive in.

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Discover The Quiet Kind of Gratitude — a gentle reminder that appreciation begins within. In this reflective WBNL episode, Matt & Jan explore what it means to thank yourself for the ways you've shown up, learned, and grown. You'll learn simple mindfulness practices to reconnect with your inner calm, cultivate self-acceptance, and carry that peace into every part of your life.

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In this week's episode, Jan O'Brien and Matt Emerson dive into the core leadership skills every real estate team leader and broker must master to create a high-performing, connected, and growth-focused team.

You'll learn how to lead with emotional intelligence, clarity, and humility — the hallmarks of what Jim Collins calls Level 5 Leadership in Good to Great. Whether you're leading two agents or twenty, this episode will help you develop the mindset and habits that transform culture and performance.

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When everything around you is shifting, your best navigation tool isn't a plan — it's your inner compass.

In this week's episode of The Wandering But Not Lost Podcast, Matt and Jan explore how to reconnect with your inner guidance system — the quiet sense of direction that helps you move through change without losing yourself.

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Fall is the perfect season to reconnect with your clients — but nobody wants another generic email or market update. In this episode, Jan O'Brien and Matt Emerson share authentic, actionable strategies to help you stay top of mind without being salesy.

You'll learn how to use our 4-step Fall Client Connection Plan to build trust, strengthen relationships, and generate more referrals naturally. Plus, get inspired to host a simple Fall Client Appreciation Event that keeps your brand visible in a warm, genuine way.

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