Every estate agent knows how to win instructions.

Far fewer know how to build a successful business without sacrificing themselves or the people closest to them.

This week, James is joined by Michelle Smith and Matt Giggs for one of the most personal conversations we've ever had on the Complete Agent Podcast.

The conversation starts with business, discussing today's market, social media, pricing strategy and why great conversations are more valuable than ever. But it quickly becomes something much deeper.

Matt shares the personal journey that changed both his business and his life, explaining why improving yourself is often the first step to improving your company.

Michelle opens up about the reality of balancing a growing business with raising children, the guilt many working parents carry, and why being a positive role model sometimes means allowing your children to see you chasing your own ambitions.

James reflects on turning forty, improving his health, becoming more intentional as a father and the small moments with his children that have changed his perspective on success.

It's an honest conversation about leadership, confidence, personal growth and why the best businesses are often built by people who first invest in becoming better versions of themselves.

Whether you're an estate agent, business owner or simply trying to balance work and family, this is an episode that will stay with you long after it finishes.