In this no-nonsense episode of We’re Doing This Right. Right?, Cheryl & Colleen sits down with Candy Miles-Crocker, author of The Reality of Real Estate and Senior Sales Manager at Compass, overseeing 350+ agents, to talk about what it really takes to build a thriving, sustainable business in real estate.

Candy shares her belief that “you can’t expect full-time results from part-time effort,” and explains how discipline, consistency, and mindset are the keys to long-term success. Together, they unpack how to define success on your own terms, set boundaries, and replace comparison with clarity.

This conversation is packed with practical strategies to help you plan better, market smarter, and maintain your energy — especially when the industry feels chaotic.

💡 What You’ll Learn:

• Why part-time effort leads to part-time results

• How to define your version of success (not someone else’s)

• Practical ways to stay accountable and consistent

• How to romanticize the mundane parts of your business

• Why sustainable growth matters more than social-media optics

• Tips to manage your time, energy, and clients effectively

About the Guest:

Candy Miles-Crocker is the author of The Reality of Real Estate: The Essential Guide to Planning, Managing, and Growing Your Real Estate Business. She’s an Associate Broker licensed in D.C., Maryland, Virginia, and California, and serves as the Senior Sales Manager for Compass, leading a team of over 350 agents. Named one of Inman News’s Top 25 Real Estate Coaches, Candy helps agents find balance, build confidence, and achieve success without burnout.

🔗 Guest Info

Candy Miles-Crocker 📚 Author of The Reality of Real Estate 🏆 Top 25 Real Estate Coach – Inman News 🌐 Website: www.RLRETraining.com 📱 Instagram: @RealLifeRealtor

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