In this powerful episode of Roots and Roofs, Mackenzie sits down with real estate leader and advocate Francine Bass for a deeply honest conversation about what it really means to grow.

Francine shares her journey balancing a demanding career with raising a neurodivergent child—offering raw insight into trust, resilience, and embracing imperfection. She challenges traditional mentorship, calling for a more holistic approach that develops the whole person, not just the professional.

From learning to trust your instincts to building strong support systems, this episode highlights the often overlooked side of leadership—the emotional, personal, and deeply human work behind it.

This isn’t just about success. It’s about showing up fully—in business, in motherhood, and in life.

Time Stamps:

01:00 Meet Francine Bass: A Journey of Mentorship and Advocacy

02:39 Embracing Change: Knowing When to Transition

04:53 The Power of Listening: Reflecting on Mentorship

07:21 Be the Mentor You Wish You Had

09:05 Holistic Mentorship: Coaching the Whole Person

11:12 Navigating Parenthood: Lessons from Neurodiversity

15:00 The Imperfection of Parenting: Embracing the Journey

19:34 Trusting Your Instincts: The Parent's Role

21:57 Opening Up to Support: Breaking Isolation

25:07 Problem Solving in Real Estate and Parenting

28:21 Bridging the Gap: Transitioning to Adulthood for Neurodivergent Children

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