John Kitchens Coach Podcast Experience

Episode Summary: What happens when a top-producing real estate leader realizes that success on paper isn't creating the life he truly wants? In this episode of the John Kitchens Coach Podcast, John sits down with Pierre Nadeau, a real estate veteran with more than 20 years in the industry, over 5,000 homes sold, and a global organization of more than 850 agents. But this conversation isn't about transactions. It's about transformation. Pierre shares the journey from operating a successful brokerage to embracing a model that created leverage, freedom, and passive income. More importantly, he opens up about the personal wake-up call that forced him to prioritize his health, redefine success, and create a business that supports the life he wants to live. You'll learn how leadership, community, accountability, health, and mindset all intersect—and why becoming a true CEO starts with working on yourself first. In This Episode, You'll Learn: Why success without leverage creates a high-paying job instead of a business The shift from focusing on personal goals to helping others achieve theirs How community and relationships accelerate business growth The leadership lessons Pierre learned while building a team and organization Why health became the catalyst for every other area of growth The mindset changes that eliminated stress and created more freedom How consistent daily habits compound into life-changing results Why great leaders focus on solving problems instead of selling solutions The power of building a business that's bigger than yourself What legacy means when your children become part of the journey Connect with Pierre Nadeau: Facebook: Pierre Nadeau Instagram: @pierrenadeau "Once I learned to help other people achieve their goals, everything in my business started to grow." - Pierre Nadeau Connect with Us: 7 Figure Audit: 7figurecall.com Instagram: @johnkitchenscoach LinkedIn: @johnkitchenscoach Facebook: @johnkitchenscoach If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe and leave a review. Stay tuned for more insights and strategies from the top minds. See you next time! 🔥

Episode Overview Most agents are doing more than ever—more hours, more hustle, more chasing—and still not getting the results they want. In this Expert Mentor episode, John Kitchens sits down with real estate industry veteran, bestselling author, and top-producing agent Knolly Williams to unpack the five foundational principles that have helped him sell more than 1,000 homes, become a top 1% agent in Austin, and build a business centered around leverage, listings, and freedom. Knolly shares lessons from his journey through the music industry, the collapse of his record label, adapting through changing markets, and ultimately discovering that success comes from focusing on the right activities—not simply doing more. If you're ready to stop operating by default and start designing a business that works for you, this conversation is packed with practical wisdom and actionable strategies. In This Episode, You'll Learn: Why abundance always exists—even when the market changes The lesson Knolly learned from losing a successful music business Why listings remain the highest-leverage activity in real estate How to build a business that creates freedom instead of another job The difference between hustle-and-grind and ease-and-flow Why belief is often the biggest factor separating top performers from everyone else How leverage allows agents to scale without working more hours The importance of understanding your personality and operating strengths Why coaching is one of the highest-return investments you can make Knolly's 5 Big Rocks Framework 1. Move From Default to Design Most agents are living by default instead of intentionally designing the life and business they want. Success starts when you get crystal clear on your vision and commit to it. 2. Do The Two Dedicate two focused hours every day to lead generation. Consistent lead generation remains the foundation of predictable growth. 3. Build and Nurture Your Sphere of Influence Your database and relationships are your greatest asset. Most agents dramatically underestimate the amount of business sitting inside their sphere. 4. Create a Geographic or Digital Farm Become known somewhere. Build authority and visibility in a specific market, neighborhood, or community. 5. Delegate Everything You Can Ask yourself daily: "How can this be done without me?" The fastest path to growth is removing yourself as the bottleneck. Memorable Quotes "Abundance always exists. You just have to find where the abundance is now." "Most agents are living by default and getting default results." "Listings aren't part of the real estate game. Listings are the real estate game." "How can this be done without me?" "You don't own a business if everything depends on you. You own a job." "Change your questions, change your life." Resources Mentioned Knolly Williams Website: https://knolly.com Free Book: https://triplemylistings.com Books Mentioned The Millionaire Real Estate Agent by Gary Keller The Power of Your Subconscious Mind by Dr. Joseph Murphy Who Moved My Cheese? by Spencer Johnson Be The Legend by Gene Frederick Assessments Mentioned DISC Profile Genius Test AVA Assessment Human Design Key Takeaway The agents who thrive aren't necessarily the ones working the hardest. They're the ones who intentionally design their business, focus on high-leverage activities, generate listings consistently, build strong relationships, and create systems that allow the business to grow without their constant involvement. Success isn't about doing more. It's about doing the right things in the right order. Connect with Us: 7 Figure Audit: 7figurecall.com Instagram: @johnkitchenscoach LinkedIn: @johnkitchenscoach Facebook: @johnkitchenscoach If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe and leave a review. Stay tuned for more insights and strategies from the top minds. See you next time! 🔥

Episode Overview In this guest appearance on the Elite Real Estate Podcast, John Kitchens joins host Jimmy to unpack a powerful conversation about leadership, discipline, coaching, and why the "boring work" is often the secret behind extraordinary success. From lessons learned studying great coaches like Nick Saban to the mindset required to run marathons, Ironmans, and eventually pursue the legendary Badwater 135 ultramarathon, John shares how consistent systems, trusted coaching, and relentless commitment to the process create long-term results. They also dive into the parallels between elite athletics and building a thriving real estate business. The agents who succeed aren't chasing shiny tactics—they're executing the fundamentals over and over again. If you're an agent, entrepreneur, or leader looking to break through the noise and focus on what actually works, this episode is a reminder that greatness is built in the quiet, repetitive, often overlooked work behind the scenes. As John puts it: the real magic isn't what happens on game day—it's what happens in the days leading up to it. Key Topics Covered The Power of the "Boring Work" Why mundane, repeatable processes produce consistent success The parallels between elite sports and real estate performance Why the fundamentals always outperform shiny new tactics Studying Greatness: Lessons from Nick Saban Why the best leaders produce other leaders The discipline and attention to detail behind championship teams What business leaders can learn from elite sports programs Deep Conversations in a Distracted World Why long-form conversations are making a comeback The growing importance of trust and authentic human connection How meaningful dialogue builds stronger relationships and businesses Unreasonable Hospitality & Client Experience The future of business is exceptional client experiences Lessons from books like Unreasonable Hospitality, Giftology, and Hug Your Customers Why service-driven leadership creates raving fans The Importance of Process & Faith in the Journey Why success requires trusting the process before seeing results The difference between imitating proven systems vs. trying to innovate too early How entrepreneurs sabotage themselves by skipping foundational steps The Role of Coaching in Growth Why elite performers surround themselves with multiple coaches How the right mentor helps you avoid costly mistakes The power of having someone who calls out your blind spots The Marathon That Changed Everything Why John decided to run the New York City Marathon before turning 40 Lessons learned from pushing through physical and mental limits How that experience led to the pursuit of Ironman competitions From Ironman to Ultramarathons Completing multiple Ironman races through structured coaching and training The discipline required to prepare for endurance events Why the training is often harder than the race itself The Ultimate Goal: Badwater 135 What makes Badwater one of the toughest endurance races in the world Why building a "resume of races" is required to qualify The strategy behind preparing for a 135-mile ultramarathon through Death Valley The Importance of Lifelong Growth Why personal development is a non-negotiable for high performers John's favorite interview question for hiring team members: "What's the last book you read and why did you choose it?" Why learning daily keeps leaders ahead of the curve Resources & Mentions The Third Door – Alex Banayan Unreasonable Hospitality – Will Guidara Giftology – John Ruhlin Hug Your Customers – Jack Mitchell Joe Rogan Podcast Episode with Robert Rodriguez Badwater 135 Ultramarathon Final Takeaway Most people chase shortcuts. The best performers embrace the process. Whether you're building a real estate business, training for an Ironman, or pursuing any ambitious goal, the formula is the same: find a proven system, commit to the fundamentals, and trust the process long enough for results to show up. As John reminds us: "Don't focus on creating one big hit. Focus on building an incredible body of work." Connect with Us: 7 Figure Audit: 7figurecall.com Instagram: @johnkitchenscoach LinkedIn: @johnkitchenscoach Facebook: @johnkitchenscoach If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe and leave a review. Stay tuned for more insights and strategies from the top minds. See you next time! 🔥

Episode Overview In this powerful conversation, John Kitchens sits down with Dan Hilsman to unpack a journey that every real estate agent and leader can relate to—hitting ceilings, rebuilding confidence, redefining success, and discovering that clarity is the real catalyst for growth. From selling 21 homes a year as a solo agent to building a massive organization inside eXp Realty, Dan shares the mindset shifts, leadership lessons, and painful pivots that shaped his evolution. This isn't a highlight reel. It's a real conversation about setbacks, faith, discipline, and the internal work required to become the person capable of sustaining success. If you've ever felt stuck at a plateau… If you've ever struggled with confidence while leading others… If you're chasing growth but unsure what's missing… This episode will challenge you to get radically clear. Because success doesn't follow hustle. Success follows clarity. Key Topics Covered 1. From 21 Deals to Scalable Growth Why doubling production isn't always the right goal The mistake of prescribing growth without understanding someone's vision The difference between pushing an agenda vs. serving someone's goals 2. Managing Agreements vs. Managing Expectations The leadership shift that changed everything Why clarity in agreements builds trust and momentum How misalignment quietly destroys growth 3. The Rock in the Shoe: Solving the Real Constraint Dan's repeated struggle with FLQA and organizational depth Why true growth comes from addressing constraints—not avoiding them The discipline of staying focused on the real bottleneck 4. The Power of Designing Your Life The exercise of writing down 100 things you want Why experiences matter more than possessions Becoming the person capable of sustaining what you desire The subconscious impact of clarity on daily decisions 5. Leadership Without Ego Leading even during personal setbacks Helping others solve 80% so they can own the last 20% Creating win-win "angles" that serve both parties Why sincerity and service outperform tactics 6. Pain, Pleasure & Decision Making Why people only move when pain or pleasure is strong enough The power of a full decision vs. partial commitment Filtering every action through one question: "Does this move me toward the goal?" Powerful Takeaways You can likely design far more of your life than you think. Most growth happens in the losses—not the wins. Clarity about who you must become is more important than what you want to achieve. A full decision removes friction and accelerates momentum. Leadership starts with sincerity and self-awareness. As Dan puts it: "You probably have way more in you than you're currently operating at. The life you have right now? You designed it. So design the next version on purpose." Final Thought You don't rise to your goals. You rise to the level of the person you become. Get clear on who that person is. Then move. Success will follow. Connect with Us: Instagram: @johnkitchenscoach LinkedIn: @johnkitchenscoach Facebook: @johnkitchenscoach If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe and leave a review. Stay tuned for more insights and strategies from the top minds. See you next time! 🔥

Episode Overview In this episode, John sits down with Tina Caul for an honest and transformational conversation about leadership growth, emotional intelligence, and building an organization that scales beyond the founder. Tina shares how she hit a leadership ceiling after building one of the top-performing teams at eXp—closing 700–800 deals annually—only to realize the real bottleneck wasn't systems or talent… it was her own leadership lid. This episode dives deep into what it really takes to evolve from leading buyers and sellers to leading leaders. From unpacking personal triggers to implementing structured leadership frameworks like the Pathway of Personal Responsibility, the EQ Matrix, and the Kairos Circle, Tina opens up about the uncomfortable—but necessary—work required to scale to the next level. If you've ever felt stuck at a growth plateau, frustrated with people problems, or unsure how to elevate your organization beyond your own capacity, this conversation will challenge and equip you to level up. Key Topics Covered The Leadership Lid Why every business problem is ultimately a leadership problem Recognizing when you've hit your leadership ceiling Why what got you here won't get you there From Top Producer to True Leader The shift from selling homes to leading people The dangers of "high support, low challenge" environments Why vulnerability builds trust inside organizations Emotional Intelligence & Self-Awareness The EQ Matrix: self-awareness and others-awareness Why leaders must master emotional regulation How unresolved childhood patterns impact leadership decisions The Pathway of Personal Responsibility Understanding triggers and avoiding emotional "pinball" reactions Learning to pause, breathe, and respond instead of react Extreme ownership in leadership The Kairos Circle Framework Turning conflict into growth conversations Creating safe, structured ways to unpack misunderstandings How to prevent resentment from compounding over time Scaling Beyond Yourself Why leaders must build leaders who build leaders The importance of unified language and shared frameworks Moving from checkers to chess as your organization grows Resources & Mentions Leadership Gravitas by Eric Pfeiffer Empower Coaching Podcast Extreme Ownership by Jocko Willink Headspace App (mindfulness practice) Concepts discussed: Emotional Intelligence (EQ), Developmental Square, Pathway of Personal Responsibility, Kairos Circle Final Takeaway If your organization has plateaued, it's not a market problem. It's not a talent problem. It's a leadership growth opportunity. The size of your business will always reflect the size of your leadership capacity. And scaling requires more than tactics—it demands self-awareness, emotional maturity, and the courage to confront what's holding you back. Leadership isn't about control. It's about clarity, responsibility, and building leaders who multiply impact beyond you. "Every business problem is a leadership problem." Connect with Us: Instagram: @johnkitchenscoach LinkedIn: @johnkitchenscoach Facebook: @johnkitchenscoach If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe and leave a review. Stay tuned for more insights and strategies from the top minds. See you next time! 🔥