In this episode of Real Conversations, Dan Edwards sits down with Adam W. Thomas to explore the winding and inspiring journey that led him into real estate. From his early days attending Bible College and surfing the beaches of Southern California, to learning world-class customer service while working at Nordstrom in Bellevue, Adam shares the experiences that shaped his character and his career.

He reflects on the mentors who guided him along the way — including industry veteran Lee Gallaher, who taught him the art and discipline of preparing a listing the right way. Adam also talks about his pivotal decision to join Keller Williams Bothell in 2016, a move that set the stage for his growth as an agent and community leader.

It’s a conversation about calling, craftsmanship, and commitment — and how a unique blend of faith, hard work, mentors, and meaningful moments can lead someone to success in real estate. Whether you're an agent, an aspiring entrepreneur, or just love a good story, this episode offers insight, heart, and inspiration.

In this inspiring episode of Real Conversations, host Dan Edwards sits down with Brian Acey, the Designated Broker of Keller Williams Bothell, to explore his incredible journey in real estate.

Brian’s story begins with a simple curiosity—walking through homes as they were being built—and evolves into a career defined by leadership, growth, and mentorship. He shares how those early experiences shaped his understanding of real estate from the ground up, and how that foundation guides his approach to managing one of the most successful brokerages in the Pacific Northwest.

Tune in as Dan and Brian discuss:

• The mindset that turns curiosity into a lifelong career
• Lessons learned from building relationships and navigating challenges
• The evolution of leadership in real estate
• What it means to create a culture of excellence and collaboration at KW Bothell

Whether you’re a new agent looking for inspiration or a seasoned professional seeking perspective, this episode offers authentic insight into what it takes to build a thriving real estate career—one home, one client, and one conversation at a time.

In this inspiring episode, Dan Edwards sits down with Erin Bee Thompson, co-leader of the Bee Murphy Team, to explore her journey into real estate. Navigating the 2008 crash and striving for her "Big Why"

Erin shares the story of how she made herself so valuable that when the 2008 Great Recession hit, she was the last one standing. In 2010, her knowledge and hard work propelled her to a 50+ Million Dollar a Year team.

The conversation highlights leadership, team culture, and balancing professional drive with personal authenticity—showing how success comes from putting knowledge, hard work, and R&D to work!

Listeners will gain practical insights into:

• The role of mentorship, mindset, and resilience in long-term success.
• How knowledge x hard work + Big Why = Life By Design
• How to get into the world of helping builders sell homes in a challenging market.

Whether you’re an agent, team leader, or simply passionate about stories of growth and leadership, this episode offers both inspiration and actionable takeaways from Erin’s journey with the Bee Murphy Team.