What if one tool could replace your assistant and help you build better client relationships?

Jessica Ragimov sits down with brand strategist and AI consultant Monique Bryan ahead of her exclusive training session.

Together, they dive into how AI is reshaping the real estate industry, making follow-ups seamless, nurturing client trust through emails, and even introducing personal AI avatars to maintain visibility without burnout.

Monique shares her own entrepreneurial journey, from the fashion world to building a brand consultancy, and offers real-world, practical tips that any agent can apply immediately.

If you’ve been wondering how to stand out online, create systems that scale, and use AI without losing your authentic voice, this episode is your new playbook.

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1:18 How did Monique go from fashion design to AI brand strategist?

7:52 What is the biggest mindset shift realtors need to make in today’s market?

10:10 Why does email still outperform social media in building relationships?

22:07 What are AI avatars and how can realtors use them authentically?

26:39 If you only had one hour, what’s the highest-impact AI move you could make?

Guest: Monique Bryan, Human-First AI Consultant & Branding Strategist | Co-Founder, Social Rebel Society

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Jessica Ragimov, Director of Training and Career Development for RE/MAX Hallmark®

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Can you really restart your career at 58 — and become a top real estate agent?

Jessica Ragimov talks with Jeannie Laverock, a true comeback story and powerhouse REALTOR® at REMAX Hallmark.

After a long career in sales, printing, and entrepreneurship, Jeannie dove into real estate in her 50s with zero clients and zero shortcuts.

Within her first year, she won the Rising Star Award and followed it up with a Platinum Club Award.

Jeannie shares how she built a family-run business from scratch, wrapped her car in bold branding (a.k.a. the Jeannie Mobile), and used open houses, community networking, and relentless client service to stand out in a crowded, competitive market.

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8:39 How did Jeannie quietly launch and land her first big win?
13:33 What does full service from day one look like for sellers?
18:09 How does the Scarborough Breakfast Club fuel listings and buyers?
20:01 How do you run multiple open houses in one weekend effectively?
28:58 What advice would Jeannie give herself before starting out?

Guest: Jeannie Laverock, Real Estate Agent at RE/MAX Hallmark®

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Jessica Ragimov, Director of Training and Career Development for RE/MAX Hallmark®

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Ready to learn how one agent turned leases into a thriving real estate empire?

Jessica Ragimov sits down with Toronto-based realtor Jeffrey Star, who shares how he built a booming business by embracing tenants and landlords, not avoiding them.

From grinding during COVID with zero safety net to holding 11 listings and running a team, Jeff's journey is one of grit, systems, and heart.

Learn how strategic follow-ups, emotional client relationships, and impeccable offer presentation turned his first 18 lease deals into long-term success and referrals.

Whether you’re just starting out or looking to level up, Jeffrey’s story is packed with tactical tips.

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:13 How Did Jeffrey Star Build His Real Estate Business From Tenants and Leases?

3:42 Why Did Jeffrey Choose to Focus on Tenants Early in His Career?

8:14 What’s the Emotional Advantage of Working With Tenants and Landlords?

13:41 How Does Jeffrey Package Tenant Offers for Maximum Impact?

25:40 What Advice Would Jeffrey Give His Younger Self Starting in Real Estate?

Guest: Jeffrey Star, Real Estate Broker RE/MAX Hallmark®

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Jessica Ragimov, Director of Training and Career Development for RE/MAX Hallmark®

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Is Toronto Real Estate on the Brink of a Transformation?

Steve Tabrizi sits down with powerhouse developer and architect Layal Ibrahimie, founder of 3rilo Inc., to unpack the truth behind construction costs, developer struggles, and the future of building in the GTA.

From navigating sky-high development costs to calling out amateur developers, Layal offers an unfiltered behind-the-scenes look at how and why the condo market has shifted — and what savvy buyers and investors should be watching for.

Whether you’re a real estate agent, investor, or just trying to understand why that pre-con unit is $1,700/sqft, this episode delivers the clarity the industry’s been missing.

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2:41 What’s really happening with developers in the GTA today?

5:11 Why do so many new developers fail?

7:20 How much does it actually cost to build in Toronto?

9:27 How are these massive real estate projects financed?

15:08 What reform does the real estate development industry need?

Connect with Layal Ebrahimi, Founder & Principal Consultant at 3rilo Inc. | Architect | Project Manager | Construction Estimator

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Connect with Steve Tabrizi, Chief Operating Officer/Owner | Broker/Owner at RE/MAX Hallmark®

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What do a waitress, a second mortgage, and a rusty van have in common? They’re all part of the incredible rise of Peggy Hill, one of Canada’s top-producing real estate leaders.

Peggy walks us through her early struggles, relentless work ethic, and the pivotal decisions that changed everything. She opens up about the financial risks she took, the power of marketing (even with zero budget), building a successful team without ego, and why authenticity and grit matter more than fancy branding.

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3:19 How do you go from waitress to realtor?

10:18 Should you take a second mortgage to start in real estate?

17:13 Can newspaper ads help new realtors get clients?

30:33 Why do agents stay on a real estate team?

48:13 What advice would top agents give their younger selves?

Connect with Peggy Hill, Broker & Leader at The Peggy Hill Team, RE/MAX Hallmark® Peggy Hill Group

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Connect with Eric Skogland, Sales Representative at Skogland Homes, RE/MAX Hallmark® Realty Ltd., Brokerage

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Connect with Johnder Perez, Directory of Technology and Marketing for RE/MAX Hallmark®

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What if becoming a top 1% agent was less about luck and more about discipline?

Johnder Perez sits down with industry veteran and RE/MAX Hallmark leader Micah Munro to reveal the real habits that separate elite agents from the rest.

From morning routines that wire your brain for success, to the power of daily practice, to the game-changing shift of hiring people smarter than you, Micah shares insider lessons that every realtor needs to hear.

Packed with raw honesty, proven strategies, and the kind of wisdom only earned through decades in the trenches, this episode is your blueprint to breaking through plateaus and building a business that thrives in any market.

Listen For:

:30 The Winning Mindset of Top Producers

2:20 Morning Routines That Build Success

5:00 Why Daily Practice Beats Natural Talent

7:30 Hiring People Better Than You

9:59 Coaching: The Shortcut to Seven Figures

Guest: Micah Munro, Real Estate Coach at RE/MAX Hallmark®
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Is your lead gen strategy costing you more than it’s making?

Johnder Perez teams up with marketing consultant David Jenkins to unpack what really works (and what doesn’t) in real estate lead generation.

David shares insider knowledge on defining your audience, setting realistic expectations, building the right systems, and using follow-ups that actually convert.

Whether you're just starting out or looking to fine-tune your digital marketing, this episode offers practical steps to help you turn cold leads into real commissions.

It's not about chasing magic bullets — it's about building consistent systems that work.

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1:21 Meet the Lead Gen Whisperer: Who is David Jenkins?

4:39 The Power of Personas: Building Your Ideal Customer Profile

8:12 What’s a Lead Really Worth? The ROI Breakdown Agents Miss

12:50 Speed to Lead: Why 5 Minutes Can Make or Break the Deal

18:48 Struggling Agents: Here’s Where You Should Really Focus

Guest: David Jenkins, Founder, Jenkins Growth Lab

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Is your database working for you, or are you working without one?

Johnder Perez sits down with coach and industry leader Kory Gorgani to dive deep into the art of consistent, meaningful client touch points in today’s shifting market.

Kory, a former Tom Ferry coach and leadership member at RE/MAX Hallmark, unpacks his “50 Meaningful Touches” system—an approach rooted in structure, strategy, and service.

From building an annual communication cadence to crafting impactful single-topic emails and leveraging AI tools, Kory shares real-world tactics agents can implement immediately to boost referrals, stay top of mind, and finish the year strong.

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0:21 From Fortune 500 to Real Estate Coach: Meet Kory Gorgani
4:11 Why Most Agents Fail at Consistent Client Communication
7:02 The 5 Categories of Touchpoints That Actually Work
12:07 Anatomy of an Engaging Newsletter (That People Read)
17:45 The ROI of Staying Top of Mind: 8% Rule Explained

Guest: Kory Gorgani, Professional Certified Coach, Broker, Author, and Speaker

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