Even the name Jane Bond conjures an image of a suave, savvy international jet-setter. And, you wouldn’t be wrong. But this Jane Bond is even better than you can imagine. Jane is an agent based in Naples, FL, a hidden gem that represents one of most luxurious markets in the country. She’s the Principal of The Bond/Bright Group. From first-class flight attendant to celebrity interior designer and entertainment manager to Realtor, Jane has had several illustrious careers. Jane shares with us how her parents laid her path of grit and entrepreneurship, a path she is now imparting to the next generation of Realtors. You can get in touch with Jane at jane.bond@compass.com, on Instagram @janebond___, on Facebook at Jane Bond, TBG, and on LinkedIn.

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31: From Luxury Travel to Luxury Real Estate with Jane Bond

Today is a letter from me to you all about gratitude and what makes me feel grateful about 2020. 2020 has been... a year. For all of us, in each of our own unique ways. But I want to talk today about gratitude because, well, this episode is launching on Thanksgiving. Though this holiday has a very complicated history, it is always an opportunity to find thanks and gratitude. And, if there's any year when we need thanks and gratitude, it's this one.

30: Finding Thanks and Gratitude in 2020

Sarah Desamours of Miami, FL is effervescent. Her heart, soul, and power to bridge cultures are originally from Montreal, BC. We talk to Sarah all about motherhood and being a Realtor mom and why she insists on living in neighborhoods where she looks different. Plus, you know we love talking about social media, but we get insights from Sarah’s experience marketing fashion during the nascent age of Twitter, and how they taught her everything she knows for today’s evolving digital landscape. Get in touch with Sarah at sarah.desamours@compass.com and on Instagram @sarahdesamours.

29: Bridging Cultures with Sarah Desamours

Haneen Hayder of Burlingame, CA, is a former chemical engineer from Kuwait while Amit Bhuta from Miami, FL, was born in India, started out as a car salesperson. They’ve got two very different stories and very different approaches to their business. We loved bring them together for a roundtable conversation about launching their careers, creating teams, and their distinct real estate practices that lean right into their personal strengths and superpowers. Get in touch with Haneen at haneen.hayder@compass.com and on Instagram @haneenrealtor. You can reach out to Amit at amit.bhuta@compass.com and on Instagram @amitbhuta, while checking out all his content at www.allinmiami.tv.

28: Tale of Two Teams with Haneen Hayder and Amit Bhuta

 Farrah Wilder is creating a world that we all deserve. Farrah, based in Oakland, CA, brings her experience as a civil right attorney to her real estate practice, kindly educating and fiercely advocating for her clients. She is also a powerful force for our Realtor community, having served at all level of our profession's leadership. We get into everything from homeownership and intergenerational wealth within communities of color, the importance of mentorship and collaboration in our profession, and Farrah's vision for what we can do better to address systemic racism in real estate. Get in touch with Farrah!Farrah Wilder / COMPASSfarrah.wilder@compass.comfarrahwilder.com 

27: Collaborating to Create Equity in Real Estate with Farrah Wilder

  Farrah Wilder is creating a world that we all deserve. Farrah, based in Oakland, CA, brings her experience as a civil right attorney to her real estate practice, kindly educating and fiercely advocating for her clients. She is also a powerful force for our Realtor community, having served at all level of our profession's leadership. We get into everything from homeownership and intergenerational wealth within communities of color, the importance of mentorship and collaboration in our profession, and Farrah's vision for what we can do better to address systemic racism in real estate. Get in touch with Farrah at www.farrahwilder.com.  

Harrison Beacher was born and raised in Washington, DC, went to school and built his business there, and is now running a successful team in his lifelong hometown. This commitment extends to the prolific community work he does to create a more just and equitable DC, too. We talk with Harrison about DC's rich cultural heritage, the importance of relationship cultivation, and developing the leadership of other folks of color in our Relator community. Get in touch with Harrison! Harrison Beacher / Keller WilliamsInstagram @hlbeach Coalition Properties GroupInstagram @coalitionpropertieshttps://www.coalitionpg.com/

26: Creating Home in a Hometown with Harrison Beacher

 Leonard Steinberg pops into the inboxes of tens of thousands every single day with market insights as the Chief Evangelist of Compass and he still sells as the leader of a prolific team in New York. On top of that, he has published LuxuryLetter, a monthly report on Manhattan's downtown luxury real estate, for over 15 years. A long ways away from the little boy in South Africa. With Leonard, we talk about the value of providing insightful information, always living with an aesthetic mindset, and how his accent contributed to his success. Get in touch with Leonard!Leonard Steinberg / COMPASSls@compass.comInstagram @theleonardsteinbergteamLuxury Letter and more at https://theleonardsteinbergteam.com/ 

25: The Value of Insight and an Aesthetic Mindset with Leonard Steinberg

For many of us Realtors, self-sufficiency and self-reliance is our calling card. We are entrepreneurial self-starters, expert problem solvers and stellar solution creators. We grab the reigns of a situation to steer towards closing. But this can lead to a strong tendency to refuse help, especially emotional help. Today's episode asks all of us to... yes — ask for help and HOW to ask for the kind of emotional help that keeps us up at night.

24: How to Ask for Help

Felicia Mares, of Oakland, CA, is a social media maven. She's turned her social media engagement into solid business with an online presence that is just as vibrant, candid, and passionate as her in person. With a strong role in professional industry leadership — locally, at the state-level, and nationally — she is a powerful advocate for her colleagues, too. With Felicia, we delve deep into what confidence and authenticity look like online, diversifying our industry, and the importance of keeping loves ones at the heart of your business. Get in touch with Felicia!Felicia Mares / Abio PropertiesBRE02028970Instagram @fel.maresfelicia@abioproperties.com

23. Getting Real and Getting Social with Felicia Mares

In the world of real estate and life, having difficult conversations is par for the course. While uncomfortable at times, engaging in tough conversations makes us more understanding, compassionate and resilient. We share some of our tips in this episode and would love to hear yours too.

22. How to Have Difficult Conversations

When we talk about branding, there’s no doubt that Kenny Truong AKA #FASTAGENT has built one of the most recognizable and innovative brands in the Bay Area. Having built a niche as a disruptor with an inkling for trying out new tools and marketing campaigns, Kenny shares his passion for being a thought leader in our real estate industry, scaling and building up his team, and leaving a legacy for his community. 

21. Branding and Building a Legacy with Kenny Truong AKA #FastAgent

We’re all spending a ton of time online during these times of quarantine.Today, we’re talking SOCIAL and how best you can show up on social media during a pandemic. But, really, this is all about how to best show up any time. Especially in this time, where it’s advised that we be socially distant, it’s important to know that we need to be emotionally close.

Ep 20. How to Show Up on Social Media During a Pandemic

20. How to Show Up on Social Media During a Pandemic

We chat with San Francisco's premier luxury leasing agent, Inna Rubinchik -- where she shares how giving value and sharing all that she knows has helped fuel and drive her business. Inna's polished, persistent and tenacious -- and her recognized brand reflects that. Tune in to hear what motivates Inna -- how she went from a tax consultant at Deloitte to picking up the Yellow Pages and landing a job in real estate that provides a lifestyle she truly loves -- and where she gets to execute major leases while making dinner with her sons.   Inna Rubinchik Regional Leasing Director, COMPASS DRE #: 01851071 InnaR@compass.com / 415.238.8202 @leasing.agent.415

19. Interview with San Francisco's Premier Luxury Leasing Agent, Inna Rubinchik

Welcome to The Thoughtful Realtor podcast! This is a show for budding real estate agents - whether you’re new to the industry, or seasoned and refining the fundamentals of your craft. Every week, Realtors turned educators Connie Chung and Kenny Gong share practical tools and powerful stories for you to maximize your time and efficiency so you can continue building a life you love.

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