Who is the Waking Up to Win podcast for?

Waking Up to Win is for real estate agents who want honest industry insight, strong mindset coaching, and practical strategies to build intentional success.

What real estate topics are discussed in Episode 1?

Episode 1 covers real estate lawsuits, MLS changes, listing transparency, homes that won’t sell, and how agents can better serve sellers and buyers.

Is this episode focused on mindset or business strategy?

The episode combines both mindset coaching and real estate strategy, showing how intentional action and accountability lead to success.

What will listeners gain from Episode 1?

Listeners will gain clarity, motivation, and practical insight into navigating today’s real estate market with confidence and focus.

What is the Zillow vs. Compass lawsuit, and why should real estate agents care?

The Zillow vs. Compass lawsuits highlight growing concerns around listings, transparency, and how information is shared with buyers. In this episode, Annie and Chad explain what these lawsuits actually mean for agents and why staying focused on serving clients—not industry headlines—is critical.

Why are some homes not selling even in competitive real estate markets?

Homes often fail to sell due to issues like poor curb appeal, strong odors, unrealistic pricing, or sellers resisting honest feedback. Annie and Chad share real-world examples and explain how agents can help sellers solve problems instead of blaming the market.

Should real estate brokers really be promising leads to agents?

This episode breaks down the reality behind broker lead promises. Annie and Chad discuss why relying on promised leads can distract agents from building sustainable businesses and why ownership and accountability matter more than brokerage pitches.

How can real estate agents stay successful with rising mortgage rates and affordability challenges?

Instead of waiting for perfect market conditions, Annie and Chad emphasize staying solutions-focused. The episode explores how agents can guide clients through affordability challenges, concessions, and tough decisions while continuing to grow their business.

What does the Compass acquisition of Anywhere Real Estate mean for agents?

The episode explains how Compass acquiring Anywhere Real Estate could affect agents, brokerages, and clients, including potential shifts in competition, culture, and industry structure.

How should real estate agents handle clients with involved family members?

Annie and Chad discuss strategies for managing family dynamics, setting boundaries, and maintaining professionalism while keeping the transaction focused on the client.

Why are communication and boundaries critical for realtors today?

Clear communication and boundaries help agents manage stress, serve clients effectively, and avoid burnout in a high-pressure and constantly changing market.

How can real estate agents stay resilient in a shifting market?

The episode highlights resilience through mindset, adaptability, and focusing on controllable actions like professionalism, communication, and continuous growth.

E13: "Why Relationships Still Win In Real Estate"

Dec 18

Written By Mandy Alt

In this episode of Waking Up to Win, Annie Callaway and Chad Elledge dive into what it really takes to build a sustainable, relationship-driven real estate business in today’s shifting market. From mindset, affirmations, and the psychology behind law of attraction, to practical real estate strategies like pop-bys, client follow-up, pricing conversations, and managing difficult family dynamics at the closing table, this episode blends motivation with real-world coaching.

Annie and Chad break down why staying top of mind matters more than ever, how great agents win business through consistency and relationships, and why boundaries with clients, parents, technology, and even AI are critical to long-term success.

They also unpack current real estate headlines, including pricing challenges, market shifts, AI tools in real estate, and why authenticity will always outperform automation.

If you’re a real estate agent looking to grow your business, sharpen your mindset, improve client relationships, and head into the new year with clarity and confidence, this episode will help you refocus, simplify your strategy, and remember what actually drives results.

Listen in, apply what resonates, share this episode with another agent who needs it, and follow Waking Up to Win for weekly real estate motivation, coaching, and honest conversations about how to win in this business.

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