Episodes

Some of the most important leadership lessons are not learned after you have made it. They are learned while you are still building. That is the idea behind this final chapter of our Next Wave Leaders series, featuring members of the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Rethink Council. I am joined by four women in completely different markets, at completely different stages, who are all building something real: Cayce Levine, Amber Carlton, Ambre Theroux, and Gabriela Huson. Meet the Leaders Cayce Le...

Leadership does not wait for permission. It starts the moment someone decides to step forward, often long before they have a title to prove it. That is the theme of this episode, the next installment of our Next Wave Leader series featuring members of the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Rethink Council. I am joined by three agents who each found real estate through an unexpected door. Who are also now shaping how their markets do business. Meet the Leaders: Holly Darcy - REALTOR®, Berkshire Hat...

I’m excited to kick off our Next Wave Leaders series, featuring members of the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Rethink Council. Joining me in this episode are three incredible leaders: Kaylee Eisenhauer, Alexandria Harris, and Mandy Althoff Moultrie. Grab your cafecito and discover how they’re shaping the future of real estate through innovation, fresh perspectives, and a willingness to think differently. Meet the Leaders Mandy Althoff Moultrie is a real estate professional with Berkshire Hathaw...

When people think about relocation, they often picture moving trucks, paperwork, and logistics. But behind every corporate move is a team of professionals helping families navigate one of life’s biggest transitions. Joining me today are three incredible relocation leaders, Katie Adams, Linda Lindenmoyer, and Jill Wylie, sharing what it really takes to guide people through change while balancing leadership, service, and problem solving behind the scenes at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices. Grab ...

When you’re leading a team of agents, the goal isn’t just performance. It’s creating a lasting impact that shows up in how your agents serve their clients. Joining me today are three powerhouse leaders, Debra Fortin, Whitney Lenoard, and Pan O’Rorke, sharing how they guide their teams to grow, perform, and make a real difference across Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices. Grab your cafecito and get ready for a conversation on leadership, growth, and what it really takes to build a strong real esta...

When you design with intention and lead with purpose, you build something worth remembering. My three guests joining me today, Robbie Roberts, Dianne Gordon, and Blossom Vernon, are true business architects who build for any market. Their advice moves beyond surface level strategies and into what actually creates a sustainable business. Meet the Leaders Blossom described real estate as a calling shaped by her early exposure to construction and family influence. Robbie’s path began after being r...

Steadfast leadership isn’t about perfection. It’s about presence, purpose, and people. But how can you define it in your current leadership role? Joining me in this month’s series are three steadfast leaders, Amy Gant, Jackie Ready, and Maryann Vitale Alles, sharing stories that will help you lead with greater clarity, courage, and consistency. Grab your cafécito and get ready to be inspired. Meet The Leaders Maryann Vitale Alles is the CEO and President of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Selec...

“Hire great people, show them the way, and get out of their way.” That advice comes from one of my amazing guest bosses in this episode. How can leaders empower their teams through trust instead of control? Grab your cafécto and join me with my executive influencers Tish Herwig, Kaylin Pound, and Lynn Wheeler as we discuss the biggest challenges agents are facing today and how leaders can help them overcome those obstacles. Meet the Leaders Lynn Willer - President, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServ...

Leadership takes many forms from building high-performing teams to leading with heart, intuition, and purpose. In this episode of Women Who Lead, I’m joined by three powerful women who share how authenticity, courage, and alignment have shaped their leadership journeys. Robin, Athena, and Ruta open up about growth, mindset, and what it really means to lead with intention in today’s evolving real estate landscape. Meet the Leaders · Robin Miller Robin brings decades of experience in real estate ...

How can you not love real estate when you’re surrounded by the beauty of Italy and Mexico? But leading and building a successful real estate career in another country is not always as easy or glamorous as it might look. That is exactly why I invited three incredible women to join me in this episode. They open up about the realities of working abroad, the challenges they’ve overcome, and the lessons they’ve learned along the way. Meet the Leaders Dr. Marina Rizzotto Yakovleva: Founder and CEO o...

Tenacity isn’t just a buzzword, it’s a defining mindset that helps leaders break through barriers, persevere through challenges, and shape the future of real estate. In this episode, host Teresa Palacios Smith sits down with three remarkable women who embody this spirit. They share candid stories from their careers, the lessons they’ve learned, and how they stay resilient even when the path isn’t easy.

From flavor to rhythm to history, the impact of Hispanics on our world is unforgettable. This month, I’m thrilled to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with four incredible women in the real estate industry. They share powerful stories of breaking barriers, building community, and redefining what leadership looks like. Meet The Leaders · Maggie Mathews is a celebrated broker, mentor, keynote speaker, and best-selling author with over 24 years of real estate experience. She is the driving force be...

Real estate agents are often the face of the industry, but they wouldn't get far without the brilliant minds working behind the scenes. These are the leaders who keep the entire operation running smoothly with their exceptional administrative and operational skills. Today, I’m joined by three incredible women who have mastered this crucial space: Sherrie Porter, Melissa Ryan, and Stephanie Wolf. They'll share their insights and expertise on what it takes to lead in the real estate industry, from...

With thousands of submissions to be a part of the NAHREP’s Top list, only 250 can make it. I’m proud to say that I have three lovely estrellas who made this list: Iris Lobo, Sandra Juliano, and Jennifer Price, who are chatting with me in this episode. Grab your cafecitos and join us in this conversation to hear their stories of resilience, reinvention, and purpose-driven leadership in real estate to empower you to shine in your own lane. Meet the Leaders Iris Lobo, REALTOR® and Team Leader, Berk...

Women Who Lead 048: Betsy Cameron, Jeana Sander, Talia Tiffany | Bold Catalysts Welcome back to this monthly series of Women Who Lead. In this episode, I’m sitting down with three lovely ladies in the real estate industry: Betsy Cameron, President of Ebby Holiday Companies; Gina Sander, Vice President and Regional Manager at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties; and Tallie Tiffany, Director of Legal Operations at HomeServices of America. We dive into the importance of legacy, b...

Learning about the banking and mortgage industry can help you reach your dreams of becoming a homeowner. In this month's episode, I'm sitting down with three lovely ladies who are striving to make positive changes in gaining access to homeownership, financial education, and inclusive leadership. Grab your cafecito and join us in this lovely conversation. Meet The Leaders Latonia Donaldson, SVP National Director of Multicultural Lending, PrimeLending Dr. Vanessa Montañez, SVP, Head of ...

Get ready for a powerful conversation! In this month's series, I'm thrilled to host three incredible leaders: Stacy Durbin, Maria Kazakos, and Jenny Moyer. They're here to share how their innovative approaches and unwavering dedication shape the real estate industry. Join me as I chat with these three lovely next-level powerhouses to delve into their unique challenges and learn their secret to success. Meet the Leaders Stacy Durbin, President of HomeServices, KOI, Inc. Maria Kazakos, Preside...

If you want to go fast, go alone, but if you want to go far, go together. This African proverb can describe the importance of having trusted partnerships in real estate. In today’s episode, I chat with three leading ladies: Jessica Cook, Lina King,...

With all the changes going on in the real estate industry, how can you embrace them and become an effective leader? In this episode, I chat with three leading ladies, Jaynie Atanasoff, Jan Hayse, and Katie Stephans, as they share their stories and how...

From the vault, in this episode we celebrate these powerful women—Tye Barnett, Daisy Danao, and Ashley Levin—who are driving innovation and inclusivity in the real estate industry. Grab your cafecito and join me as I dive deep into how they embody...

In this monthly series, we’re celebrating these powerful women—Tye Barnett, Daisy Danao, and Ashley Levin—who are driving innovation and inclusivity in the real estate industry. Grab your cafecito and join me as I dive deep into how they embody...

What does it take to lead with purpose in a globalized world? Join me in this episode as I chat with three extraordinary real estate entrepreneurs as we explore the answer to this question and more. Together, they share their journeys, leadership...

When starting a business, especially in the real estate industry, it’s helpful to hear stories and learn from others who have already done it. In this episode, I chat with three Latina leaders in real estate who share their experiences and insights...

In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, we're celebrating by highlighting the inspiring stories of strong Latinas. In this episode, I sit down with three incredible women to discuss their journeys in real estate and mortgage, along with their dedicated...