Why Do I Suck As A Real Estate Agent

Most real estate agents don’t fail because they’re bad at real estate. They fail because their habits, mindset, and daily actions don’t match their goals. Hosted by broker and investor Monte Reyment, Why Do I Suck As A Real Estate Agent? breaks down what truly separates agents who last from those who fade out—fear of rejection, inconsistency, burnout, weak branding, and the myth of overnight success. This isn’t hype. It’s a behavior check for agents ready to be honest, sharpen their habits, and build real momentum.

Why Do I Suck As A Real Estate Agent is a business podcast hosted by Monte Reyment, with 36 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Monte Reyment hosts Why Do I Suck As A Real Estate Agent, a business show with 36 episodes published.

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  Why Do I Suck As A Real Estate Agent

  500 Agents, Zero Recruiting: Stacie Staub's Retention Playbook

  Aug 17, 202628 min

  Host Monte Reyment is three years into building his own independent brokerage when he sits down with Stacie Staub, Founder and CEO of West + Main Homes a brokerage she's grown to ten storefront locations across Colorado, plus partners in Oklahoma and Minnesota, almost entirely through word-of-mouth. In this conversation, Stacie breaks down the exact business model, culture, and daily habits that keep her agents from ever wanting to leave, and the self-sabotaging patterns that quietly derail even the most talented producers. Hosted by: Monte Reyment Guest: Stacie Staub – the Founder and CEO of West + Main Homes, an independent real estate brokerage with ten storefront locations across Colorado and brand partners in Oklahoma and Minnesota, backing nearly 500 agents. She holds an MBA with a focus on entrepreneurship and also hosts her own podcast, Your Best Friends in Business . What You’ll Learn: ✔️ Why locking in your business model from day one protects long-term profitability ✔️ The 2-rule hiring filter that keeps toxic agents off your roster for good ✔️ Simple, low-cost retention habits that make agents feel seen — even with 400+ on the roster ✔️ The daily habits that separate top-producing agents from the ones who struggle ✔️ The self-sabotage pattern that quietly kills consistent income ✔️ Which tools and subscriptions are actually wasting agents' time and money ✔️ 3 books Stacie hands every new agent — and why they still hold up ✔️ The one mindset shift to make if you're in a mid-year slump Connect with Stacie Staub: Website → http://westandmainhomes.com/ Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/staciestaub/ LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/staciestaub/ Follow Monte Reyment: Website → ⁠https://www.tarealtygroup.com/⁠ Facebook → ⁠https://www.facebook.com/montereygb/⁠ Instagram → ⁠https://www.instagram.com/montereyment/⁠ LinkedIn → ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/takeactionrealtygroup⁠ Don’t Forget to LIKE , SUBSCRIBE & COMMENT Below! ⭐ Produced by Icons of Real Estate - https://iconsofrealestate.com/

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  How Real Estate Brokers Scale Without Burning Out | James Short

  Aug 3, 202634 min

  In this episode of Why Do I Suck as a Real Estate Agent , host Monte Raymond sits down with veteran business coach James Short to break down why so many real estate broker-owners get stuck running in place. From managing endless daily tasks to feeling overwhelmed, James explains the crucial difference between being "busy" and being "productive." Drawing from nearly two decades of coaching real estate leaders and competing in 250km ultra-marathons, James shares actionable frameworks to help you track your time, let go of control, hold your team accountable through rewards and non-rewards, and treat your business like a long-term endurance event. Hosted by: Monte Reyment Guest: James Short – Veteran Real Estate Coach & Ultra-Endurance Athlete James Short is a real estate business coach, author, and podcast host who helps agency leaders across Australia and the US build structured, profitable businesses. With over 17 years of experience and a track record of coaching 1,000+ real estate leaders, he focuses on leadership clarity, team accountability, and sustainable growth strategies to drive repeatable business performance. What You’ll Learn: ✔️ Busy vs. Productive: Why working constantly doesn't mean your business is actually growing ✔️ The "Ideal Week" Framework: How logging your daily time uncovers hidden energy drains ✔️ Energy Management: How to stop burning out by matching your mindset to specific tasks. ✔️ Overcoming the Control Trap: Why delegating to specialists is the secret to true scaling. ✔️ Carrot & Stick Accountability: How 2-week sprints and "non-rewards" build strong team habits. ✔️ The Ultramarathon Mindset: Why focusing on the next "check station" wins the long game. Connect with James Short: Website → https://www.jamesshort.com.au/ Facebook → http://facebook.com/coachjamesshort/ Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/coachjamesshort/ LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-short-real-estate-coach/ LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/company/coachjamesshort/ Follow Monte Reyment: Website → ⁠https://www.tarealtygroup.com/⁠ Facebook → ⁠https://www.facebook.com/montereygb/⁠ Instagram → ⁠https://www.instagram.com/montereyment/⁠ LinkedIn → ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/takeactionrealtygroup⁠ Don’t Forget to LIKE , SUBSCRIBE & COMMENT Below! ⭐ Produced by Icons of Real Estate - https://iconsofrealestate.com/

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  How Top Real Estate Agents Win More Clients Without Selling

  Jul 20, 202626 min

  In this episode of the Why Do I Suck as a Real Estate Agent Podcast , host Monte Reyment sits down with Asher Cohen , top-producing Realtor, coach, and entrepreneur based in Scottsdale, Arizona. With over 15 years in real estate and more than $140 million in closed transactions, Asher shares the simple habits that separate successful agents from those who struggle. From mastering active listening and building genuine relationships to leveraging lender partnerships and creating consistent daily habits, this conversation is packed with practical strategies every real estate professional can implement immediately. Hosted by: Monte Reyment Guest: Asher Cohen – Realtor, Team Leader, Coach & Entrepreneur Asher Cohen is a REALTOR® with Realty ONE Group and the founder of BUYAZRE , based in Scottsdale, Arizona and serving buyers, sellers, and investors across the Greater Phoenix area. Over the last decade, BUYAZRE has helped more than 400 families buy or sell a home and completed over $140M in transactions. Asher also leads related ventures including ACRE Coaching and Proactive Close, supporting agents and streamlining real estate operations. What You’ll Learn: ✔️ Why active listening is the most valuable skill in real estate ✔️ How successful agents simplify complex buying and selling decisions ✔️ The importance of building relationships instead of chasing leads ✔️ Creative ways to help buyers overcome higher interest rates ✔️ The "Two-in-One Meeting" strategy that increases buyer confidence and conversions Whether you're an investor, agent, or homebuyer, this episode offers valuable insights! Connect with Asher Cohen: Website → https://www.buyazre.com/ Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/asherbcohen Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/Asherblakecohen LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashercohenbuyazre Follow Monte Reyment: Website → ⁠https://www.tarealtygroup.com/⁠ Facebook → ⁠https://www.facebook.com/montereygb/⁠ Instagram → ⁠https://www.instagram.com/montereyment/⁠ LinkedIn → ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/takeactionrealtygroup⁠ Don’t Forget to LIKE , SUBSCRIBE & COMMENT Below! ⭐ Produced by Icons of Real Estate - https://iconsofrealestate.com/

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  How to Scale a Real Estate Brokerage Without Burning Out

  Jul 13, 202633 min

  🚀 In this episode of the Why Do I Suck As A Real Estate Agent Podcast , host Monte Reyment sits down with Dana Flanagan , VP of Growth at Brands by Integra, to discuss what separates thriving brokerages and successful agents from everyone else. Dana shares her 25+ years of experience in real estate, covering brokerage acquisitions, revenue share, leadership, capital funding, and the operational systems that help businesses scale. Whether you're an agent looking to grow beyond transactions or a broker preparing to expand, this episode delivers practical strategies for building a sustainable real estate business. 🎧 Hosted by: Monte Reyment 👤 Guest:Dana Flanagan – VP of Growth, Brands by Integra | Real Estate Leader & Growth Strategist Dana Flanagan is a real estate executive, growth strategist, and entrepreneur with over 25 years of industry experience. As the Vice President of Growth for Brands by Integra, she leads brokerage expansion, strategic partnerships, and national growth initiatives. Additionally, she is a partner in a capital funding firm, where she helps businesses and investors access creative financing to build scalable, long-term wealth. 💡 What You’ll Learn: ✔️ Why traditional recruiting is losing effectiveness in today's market ✔️ The biggest mistakes brokerages make when trying to scale ✔️ How systems and delegation help agents grow beyond transactional income ✔️ Why revenue share can become long-term passive income ✔️ How branding, networking, and relationships will outperform AI in real estate 🎵 Whether you're an investor, agent, broker, or homebuyer, this episode offers valuable insights into building a stronger and more sustainable real estate business. 💼 Connect with Dana Flanagan: 🌐 Website → https://www.danaflanagan.com/ 📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/dana.flanagan.7 📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/danaflanaganofficial/ 🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/dana-flanagan-a54b618/ 🎧 Follow Monte Reyment: 🌐 Website → ⁠https://www.tarealtygroup.com/⁠ 📘 Facebook → ⁠https://www.facebook.com/montereygb/⁠ 📸 Instagram → ⁠https://www.instagram.com/montereyment/⁠ 🔗 LinkedIn → ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/takeactionrealtygroup⁠ 📌 Don’t Forget to LIKE 👍, SUBSCRIBE 🔔 & COMMENT 💬 Below! ⭐ Produced by Icons of Real Estate - https://iconsofrealestate.com/

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  Why Most Real Estate Agents Fail Before They Ever Get Momentum

  Jul 6, 202626 min

  🚀 In this episode of Why Do I Suck as a Real Estate Agent? , host Monte Reyment sits down with top-producing REALTOR®, bestselling author, and mindset coach Debbi DiMaggio to discuss what separates successful agents from everyone else. Debbi shares her proven strategies for preparing homes to sell in any market, building a referral-driven business, developing resilience through mindset, and why taking action is the key to long-term success. She also reveals how running the LA Marathon inspired her Mindset in Motion framework and why she's now training to complete seven marathons on seven continents. 🎧 Hosted by: Monte Reyment 👤 Guest: 🏡 Debbi DiMaggio – REALTOR®, Author, Speaker & Mindset Coach Debbi DiMaggio is a top-producing real estate leader, podcast host, and partner at Corcoran Icon Properties in Piedmont, California. With years of experience, she ranks in the top 1% of agents nationwide and serves as her brokerage's Marketing Director. She is also a dedicated philanthropist and a #1 bestselling author of Real Estate Rules! 52 Ways to Achieve Success in Real Estate and Mindset In Motion: Activate Purpose, Power and Peak Performance. 💡 What You'll Learn: ✔️ How to prepare listings that stand out and sell faster ✔️ Why mindset is the biggest factor in real estate success ✔️ The five-step Mindset in Motion framework ✔️ How networking and referrals fuel long-term business growth ✔️ Why consistency and action outperform talent alone 🎵 Whether you're an investor, agent, or homebuyer, this episode offers valuable insights! 💼 Connect with Debbi DiMaggio: 🌐 Website → https://www.debbidimaggio.com/ 📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/debbidimaggio/?hl=en 📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/DiMaggioBettaGroup 🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/debbidimaggiolifestyle/ Read her book: https://www.mindsetinmotionbook.com/ 🎧 Follow Monte Reyment: 🌐 Website → ⁠https://www.tarealtygroup.com/⁠ 📘 Facebook → ⁠https://www.facebook.com/montereygb/⁠ 📸 Instagram → ⁠https://www.instagram.com/montereyment/⁠ 🔗 LinkedIn → ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/takeactionrealtygroup⁠ 📌 Don’t Forget to LIKE 👍, SUBSCRIBE 🔔 & COMMENT 💬 Below! ⭐ Produced by Icons of Real Estate - https://iconsofrealestate.com/

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