The Ultimate Referral System

After nine years and nearly 500 episodes, Justin Stoddart reflects on the decision to end the Think Bigger Real Estate podcast—and shares lessons on growth, alignment, and the evolving role of trust. Tune in to gain almost a decade of insights in a fifteen minutes, and get a sneak peek at what comes next.

In this episode, Andrea Gordon shares her insights on how to maintain individualized attention while being a top-producing real estate agent.

In this episode, we sit down with Boise real estate powerhouse Christina Ward to unpack how she built a thriving business with an astonishing 86% referral rate. Christina shares the systems, mindset, and generosity-driven strategies behind her “ultimate referral system,” including her 52-touch plan, community events, home makeovers, and the art of teaching clients how to truly refer.

In this episode, I sit down with Manhattan broker and bestselling author Scott Harris to explore why emotional intelligence—not market knowledge—is the real superpower in modern real estate.

In this episode we break down what top agents are doing right now to set up a powerful 2026. From strategic holiday touchpoints and early pipeline building to Stephanie's “Costco strategy” and a 12-week planning rhythm, we share the relationship-driven actions that create real momentum long before January.

In this episode, I sit down with brokerage valuation and M&A expert Norma Rawlings for a rare behind-the-scenes look at how real estate brokerages are valued, bought, and sold. Whether you’re planning to scale through acquisition, curious what your brokerage might be worth, or thinking about a future exit, this conversation delivers practical insights you won’t hear anywhere else.

This week I sit down with Chris Hossfeld, US Army veteran and founder of Barrel Strength Leadership, to discuss how professionals should rethink pressure and leadership.

In this episode I sit down with Garrett Maroon, top real estate agent and author of The Balanced Breakthrough, to discuss how you can win at work without losing at life.

In this episode, I sit down with Shae Spitz, top agent with eXp Realty and host of the R.E.A.L. Moms Podcast. Shae opens up about her journey from case manager to high-performing real estate entrepreneur, all while raising three kids and building a thriving family life. Listen to learn mindset strategies that will help you overcome burnout and find balance between business and parenthood. 

What’s the real difference between a referral and a lead? In this special episode of the Think Bigger Real Estate Podcast, I'm answering your top referral questions—from how to become truly referable to why most professionals unintentionally repel introductions.