FEATURE INTERVIEWS
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Leadership fatigue is the hidden risk no one talks about
In an age where “always on” has become the default setting for many leaders, the pressure to be decisive, available and endlessly resilient can take a hidden toll. For Thomas McGlynn, Director/CEO of BresicWhitney, the warning signs aren’t abstract; they appear in the decisions leaders make, the hours they keep, and the strain that shows long before burnout arrives.
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Rudy Grommen: Finding strength in family and team
Rudy Grommen's positive outlook has not only built a successful real estate career spanning 25 years but is now helping him face his biggest challenge yet, stage four colorectal cancer.
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The real estate talent squeeze: why the industry must rebuild career pathways
Offshoring and automation have delivered short-term relief for real estate businesses facing rising costs and shrinking margins. But Belle Property CEO Nick Boyd warns there’s a long-term consequence to this cost-cutting that the industry is only beginning to confront: the disappearance of junior roles and the erosion of the talent pipeline.
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Why floor plans are failing the real estate industry
They’re trusted by buyers, overlooked by agents, and riddled with errors. Floor plans could be the weakest part of your campaign, and Michael Cardillo is calling it out.
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What’s the real price? Inside the grey areas of quoting, compliance and trust
In Victoria, underquoting remains a complex and often contentious issue. Barry Plant CEO Lisa Pennell believes the current approach to compliance doesn’t always reflect the pace and nuance of the market, and that more practical solutions are needed to support both agents and consumers.
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Keeping it hush: Andrew Campbell on winning the trust of celebrity and ultra-high-end buyers
In a market where prestige homes often change hands without a whisper, Andrew Campbell has built a reputation not by chasing headlines, but by fostering trust. With a client list that includes celebrities and elite buyers, the focus is on discretion over display.
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Crossing borders: How First National Real Estate Bonnici & Associates masters multi-state operations
When most real estate agents think about expansion, they consider adding staff or growing their database. William Bonnici took a different approach – he crossed state lines. The Managing Director of First National Real Estate Bonnici & Associates now operates three offices spanning Victoria and New South Wales, navigating complex regulations while building a business that turns over 250-300 properties…
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From seizures to sales: Grant Turner’s return to real estate on his own terms
After a life-changing epilepsy diagnosis that threatened to derail both his career and family life, Grant Turner has made a powerful return to real estate. He’s doing it on his own terms with a renewed focus on health, family and purpose-driven success in commercial property.
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Community is currency
While others chase clicks and cold leads, @realty MD, JJ Taylor, says the agents who win are the ones who show up - consistently, locally, and with intent. He highlights why community is still the most powerful tool in real estate, and how genuine relationships drive long-term success.
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Behind every great property is a great PM
On National Property Managers Day, we asked you to shine a light on the PMs who do the hard yards, and your stories delivered. From chaotic callouts to moments of real care, they painted a clear picture of just how much these professionals handle without fanfare.
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When a listing stalls: how to turn silence into a sale
When a property sits on the market without meaningful buyer interest, it’s easy to assume price is the problem. But as Buxton agent Kym Williams explains, turning around a slow campaign often requires more than just a discount.
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“You never pay too much, just too soon”: Why Judi O’Dea is at the peak of her career at 70
In a profession often obsessed with the next big thing, Judi O’Dea is proof that consistency, care, and old-fashioned phone calls still matter. The Ray White Chairman’s Elite Performer is as sharp, successful and committed as ever, running a high-volume business in Brisbane’s inner west and proving that relevance has nothing to do with age.
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Spring surge or missed opportunity? Matt Lahood’s insider advice to win the season before it starts
Spring might get all the hype in real estate circles, but success in the season isn’t just about daffodils blooming or daylight saving returning. According to The Agency CEO, Matt Lahood, if you want to make the most of this high-stakes window, it comes down to one thing: preparation. Those who start early, educate their vendors, and time their campaigns…
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What’s driving Australia’s property market in the second half of 2025
With rates on pause and sentiment shifting, Australia’s property market is entering a new phase. Domain’s Dr Nicola Powell says the rest of 2025 will be shaped by localised trends, buyer confidence, and a return to market fundamentals.
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The real ‘Game Changer’ in real estate leadership
When Besser and Co. expanded from a team of eight to 24 overnight, director Dion Besser found himself rethinking everything he knew about leadership, culture, and performance. He shares what it really takes to grow a team that’s aligned and resilient.
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Inside the business of growing million-dollar agents
She’s not your typical CEO, and her agents don’t run typical teams. Hayley Van de Ven doesn’t just grow numbers, she builds operators. From mindset to margin, she’s behind some of the most profitable, tightly run teams in the business. This is how.
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From intensive care to property management: Kate Hansen’s real estate rise
Kate Hansen has overcome extraordinary medical challenges to build a successful career in property management while embracing motherhood.
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From cold calls to selling a $55 million harbourfront mansion
In Sydney’s prestige property market, reputation is everything, says Adam Reichman — and it’s a lesson that runs deep. “It was something my late father impressed on me,” he says. “It takes many good deeds to build one and only one bad one to lose it.”
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Barbara Corcoran rewrote the rulebook – and these agents are following her lead
Barbara Corcoran turned a $1000 loan into a $100 million real estate empire, not by playing it safe but by getting noticed. From fake market reports to dog tricks and outrageous stunts, she proved that visibility wins listings. Now a new wave of Aussie agents are following suit with bold, creative campaigns that break the mould and get results.
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Real estate 101: Why GCI isn’t the whole game
In real estate, big GCI numbers often steal the spotlight — but Scott Mackey says they rarely tell the full story. The REMAX Precision broker-owner is urging agents to focus less on turnover and more on profit, longevity and financial smarts, offering a no-nonsense approach to building a sustainable career.
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The real estate ‘Moneyball’: How Dion Besser turned metrics into momentum
As founder of Melbourne agency Besser & Co, Dion Besser has built a high-performing team by borrowing a strategy from a baseball movie: define the role, measure the output, and focus on the numbers that matter.
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Let go to grow: Why micromanagement holds back great real estate leadership
Jarita Rayasam knows that real leadership isn’t about holding the reins tighter—it’s about knowing when to let go. As Head of Growth for LJ Hooker, she’s built high-performing teams not by micromanaging, but by empowering. She shares why letting your people lead might be the most strategic move you make.
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How BresicWhitney built a brand-first property platform beyond the portals
In a real estate industry that leans heavily on third-party portals, BresicWhitney has taken a different path - investing in a digital ecosystem that gives the agency full control over its brand, audience, and experience.
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State of Origin, real estate, and the business of mentorship
As Origin fever builds, one initiative is helping Queensland’s top players win off the field. Backed by Former Origin Greats and the QRL, the 1980 Initiative pairs Maroons stars with business mentors — like REMAX Precision’s Scott Mackey — for real talk on money, mindset, and life after footy. From property plays to financial pitfalls, it’s all about building a…
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Real estate leaders recognised in King’s Birthday 2025 Honours List
Several respected figures from Australia’s real estate sector have been officially recognised in the King’s Birthday 2025 Honours List, celebrating their contributions to the industry and broader community.
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Real estate’s straight shooter: Paul Neshausen on money, marketing, and saying what others won’t
After walking away from a high-paying corporate role with no backup plan, Paul Neshausen didn’t just change careers, he reinvented himself entirely. With no experience in real estate and no listings to his name, he backed his instincts, ignored industry cliches, and landed one of the most extraordinary first clients you’ll ever hear about. Now, he’s Barfoot & Thompson’s top-performing…
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Four decades of doing things differently: inside TOOP+TOOP’s enduring success
Most real estate agencies don’t make it to 40 - but TOOP+TOOP isn’t most agencies. From late-night signboard experiments to in-house coders and a firm “no bots allowed” policy, this Adelaide outfit has spent four decades doing things its own way. Here's how a family business turned legacy player is still rewriting the rules.
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“It’s about legacy, not just property”: Henry Wong on why Asian buyers are shaping Australia’s real estate future
Asian buyers have become a major force in the Australian property market—often purchasing without finance, competing at the top end, and thinking across generations. But tapping into this wealth requires more than just a good listing and a few translated flyers. REMAX agent Henry Wong shares what agents need to understand about family structures, cultural nuances, and the trust-based networks…
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Top agents list more than 60% of properties. Here’s what they have in common
In an industry built on optimism and driven by results, real estate has long traded on the appeal of the fast start and meteoric rise. But new research from Jordan Tormey, Strategy Analyst at the Ray White Group, paints a more grounded and arguably more sustainable picture of what long-term success in real estate actually looks like.
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Why Suzanne Brown has flipped the script to treat tenants like VIP clients
Suzanne Brown, Director of Rentwest Solutions and President of the Real Estate Institute of Western Australia (REIWA), doesn’t believe tenants should be treated as an afterthought. In fact, she sees them as future buyers, landlords, and long-term clients, and treats them accordingly.
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From A-League to auctions: Adam Pearce on the winning mindset that powers top performing agents
When it comes to the mindset of top performers, former A-League goalkeeper Adam Pearce doesn’t see a difference between elite sport and elite real estate.
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The boutique brand that just hit $1Billion in sales
Stefanie Dobro has built one of Western Australia’s most successful boutique agencies, hitting $1 billion in sales in just five years- without the usual fanfare. As founder of White House Property Partners, she has taken a values-first approach to leadership, challenging industry norms around ego, expansion, and what success looks like.
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The real reason you win (or lose) a listing
When it comes to winning listings, BresicWhitney CEO Thomas McGlynn doesn’t believe in winging it. The listing presentation doesn’t start when you walk through the front door — it starts well before that. In this no-fluff breakdown, Thomas shares why preparation, asking the right questions, and following up with intent are what truly set standout agents apart.
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“I’m paving my own path”: Harry M. Miller’s grandson on legacy, lessons, and loving the real estate game
Dougal Miller-Sneddon may carry one of Australia’s most recognisable surnames, but he’s not trading on legacy. At just 26, the he is forging his own path in high-end real estate, driven by hard work, sharp instincts, and the values passed down from his grandfather, the late Harry M. Miller.
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Real estate’s quiet reset: bringing humanity back into the conversation
Tech might be faster, but it’s not always better. Barry Plant's Spiro Drossos says the industry’s obsession with automation is costing agents something vital: real connection. From shifting vendor expectations to team morale and post-sale loyalty, he explains how bringing back the basics — genuine conversations, face-to-face care, and clear, simple language — is more important that ever.
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