Nicole Walker has joined Harcourts Adelaide Hills, bringing with her nearly a decade of experience selling homes across the region.
Nicole has built her career around helping people achieve their property goals, with an approach grounded in honesty, clear communication and putting clients first.
“People don’t care how much you know until they know how much you care,” Nicole said.
“That’s something I’ve always believed in. I want people to feel comfortable coming to me, knowing they’ll get honest advice, clear information and someone who genuinely has their best interests at heart.”
Nicole said her move to Harcourts was driven by her respect for the people and culture behind the Adelaide Hills business, singling out business owners Kim and Trent Shorland for their kindness, integrity and genuine care for their people.
“From the moment I met with them, I felt comfortable and at home, and I knew it was the right fit for me,” she said.
The move also reflects a shift in how Nicole views professional success. Despite previously reaching the top of her state’s sales and commission rankings, Nicole said the experience left her questioning a culture where achievement could feel defined by a number.
“I’ve been at the top of the sales and commission ladder, and I was miserable,” Nicole said.
“I had come to feel that success was only measured by a number, and that you weren’t successful unless that number was one.
“Since joining Harcourts, I honestly don’t think I’ve been this happy in a very long time. Maybe success can be measured by both what I achieve and how happy I am along the way.”
Heather Edwards, CEO of Harcourts South Australia, said Nicole’s appointment was a welcome addition to the Adelaide Hills team.
“Nicole brings valuable experience in the Adelaide Hills market, along with a clear commitment to putting people first,” Heather said.
“Her approach to real estate aligns strongly with the culture we want to build at Harcourts – one where success is measured not only by results, but by the relationships we create and the experience we deliver for our clients.”
Away from real estate, Nicole’s priorities are centred on family, her bulldog Lola, and golf – though she jokes the feeling isn’t always mutual.