In this episode, the spotlight turns inward as Aaron Brooks — real estate veteran, leader, coach — takes the hot seat as this week’s GOAT. With Nathan and Sam firing the questions, Aaron opens up about his 33+ years in real estate and the personal evolution that’s taken him from cadet to culture-shaper.

What follows is a vulnerable, insightful, and motivating conversation — covering emotional resilience, mental recovery, imposter syndrome, leadership fatigue, and what it really means to be of value to your people.

⏱️ Episode Breakdown

00:00 – Intro: Back with the Triple Threat
Sam tees up the ep with classic banter before announcing Aaron as this week’s GOAT. Nicknames, numbers, and near-roasts fly immediately.

02:15 – “Who Is the Real Aaron Brooks?”
AB answers the big one — and it gets real. He shares how he stopped chasing validation and started showing up as his true self, unfiltered.

05:40 – Falling into Real Estate (and Breakdancing)
How a teenage Aaron almost became a fitter and turner, got blocked by his dad, and ended up at Ray White.

11:30 – The Start of a Career (Cadets, Coffee, and Cleaning Windows)
Back in the days of manual photos and Saturday board runs — Aaron shares his full real estate origin story, the value of doing everything, and what stuck.

16:00 – Finding Purpose: From CEO to Mental Skills Coach
Why Aaron stepped away from day-to-day real estate to focus on people, not property — and how his personal struggles shaped that passion.

21:45 – The Power of Presence
Emotional intelligence, active listening, and the kind of leadership that can’t be faked. “You can’t tick a box when it comes to people.”

25:20 – Mindset vs. Skillset
Aaron breaks down his 70/30 rule — why mindset is everything, and why recovery time and “having a motor” is what separates the good from the GOATs.

30:00 – Motivation, Discipline & The Bear Story
One of the best analogies of the series: how running away from something and running toward something feel very different — and what that means in your career.

33:00 – The Quote That Changed Everything
“There’s nothing in a caterpillar that tells you it’s going to be a butterfly.” What a little wisdom about struggle, growth, and timing can teach us about success.

36:45 – Wrap-Up & Goat Ratings
AB humbly accepts his goat crown (but says he’s got more left in the tank). Sam and Spud wrap with laughs, love, and a reminder to vote: GOAT or SPUD?

🕒 Duration: 37:17

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🎧 Tune in for the real stories behind the real estate game — the mindset, the missteps, and the moments that matter.

In the very first episode of One Goat And The Property Guys, Sam Devlin, Aaron Brooks (AB), and Nathan “Spud” O’Neill crack open the mic with all the banter, backstory, and brutal honesty you’d expect from three seasoned real estate operators who know how to take the work seriously — just not themselves.

This introduction sees the team share real stories from inside Harcourts, while diving deep into what actually makes a business and its people thrive. It’s equal parts comedy, candour, and culture-building — a candid look behind the suits and spreadsheets. If you’re here for glossy sales talk, this ain’t it. But if you want stories, substance, and straight talk on what it really takes to build and lead a team? You’re in the right place.

⏱️ Episode Breakdown

00:00 – Welcome to Chaos
Sam opens strong as the “lead host and absolute podcasting legend,” setting the tone for a mix of laughs and leadership.

02:00 – Why a Podcast, and Why Now?
AB explains why, after 33 years in real estate, he’s stepping up to the mic — and why showing the humans behind the business matters more than ever.

05:40 – When Was the Last Time You Seriously Stuffed Up?
Nathan tells a cracking story about a business conference, a missed morning session, and the exact moment you realise you’re the story.

10:30 – Meet the Team: Origins and Wild Cards

• Aaron Brooks: From Australia’s first “sales cadet” to Harcourts CEO.
• Nathan O’Neill: The youngest business owner in Harcourts history — and the story behind the “Spud” nickname.
• Sam Devlin: Self-declared GOAT, tech guy, and fried egg master.

17:30 – Lessons Real Estate Teaches You About Life
Resilience, reputation, and the harsh truth that people don’t care how much you know until they know how much you care.

23:15 – Retention, Loyalty & Why Culture Wins
Zero agent turnover in three years? The team reveals how they’ve built that kind of loyalty — and why “no dickheads” is a genuine business policy.

28:50 – Routines, Recharging & Reality Checks
The guys get personal about morning rituals, energy management, and how coffee and cold showers play into their day.

34:00 – The One Thing You Won’t Bend On
Integrity. Family. Discipline. Each host shares their non-negotiable values — and why they matter in both business and life.

38:45 – Who's Your GOAT?
Who’s been the biggest influence in their lives and careers? The answers reflect humility, growth, and a whole lot of gratitude.

41:00 – Wrap-Up & What’s Ahead
A preview of the GOAT vs. SPUD challenge that will become a staple of future episodes. And a reminder: this podcast is just getting warmed up.

🕒 Duration: 41:12

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Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube — just search One Goat And The Property Guys.

🎧 Whether you’re in real estate or just love a good story, tune in for fresh episodes filled with banter, business insights, and behind-the-scenes moments that prove success is never a solo act.