Becoming An Area Expert

Have you ever walked into a room and instantly realized you were surrounded by people who think bigger than you?That was me at eXpCon 2025 — and this week’s episode is all about how that experience completely changed how I see business, leadership, and life.In this episode of The Real Estate Survival Guide Podcast, I share the biggest lessons I learned at eXpCon and how being around the right people can transform your entire mindset. Because sometimes, the difference between staying stuck and breaking through is simply the room you’re in.You’ll Learn:Why proximity = power in real estate (and in life)How eXpCon shifted my mindset from growth to serviceThe key leadership lessons I learned from top agents and executivesWhy collaboration always beats competitionHow to find “the right room” that helps you level up your businessMy TakeawayYou don’t have to do this alone. The fastest way to grow isn’t by adding more hours — it’s by surrounding yourself with the right people.If you’re the smartest person in the room, you’re in the wrong room.