How a focus on discipline, systems, and no-nonsense leadership improves the way real estate businesses run. In this episode of Wisdom from The Helm, Danielle Wilkie sits down with Monica Reynolds, one of real estate’s most respected coaches and system-builders. Over her four decades in the industry, Monica has been recognized by Gary Keller and Dav…

What happens when success becomes a trap—and reinvention is the only way forward? In this episode of Wisdom from the Helm, Danielle Wilkie and Heather Frick sit down with Amy Lessinger, former President of RE/MAX and founder of The Irreversible Step. From building a billion-dollar brokerage during the Great Recession to leading more than 140,000 ag…

Some leaders build companies. Others build legacies. In this episode of Wisdom from the Helm, Danielle Wilkie and Heather Frick welcome Sherry Chris, one of real estate’s most beloved and respected leaders. From creating her own Pantone Pink to becoming the fearless founder of Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate, Sherry’s career is a masterclass i…

This week, Danielle and Heather go unscripted on the topic of clearing physical clutter to create energetic space. Heather shares the catharsis of a full garage purge, the shame behind her shoe collection, and how Enneagram Three tendencies shaped old corporate patterns. Danielle reflects on sabbatical-era lessons, including the paradox of wanting …

What happens when data meets heart, and mentorship changes the course of an industry? In this episode of Wisdom from the Helm, Danielle Wilkie and Heather Frick sit down with one of real estate’s most respected voices, Leslie Appleton-Young. From her groundbreaking work as Chief Economist at the California Association of Realtors to co-founding Wom…

In this candid conversation, Candy Miles-Crocker - known formally as the Real-Life Realtor - and informally as “The Boundary Queen” tells it like it is about the real estate industry and all those agents' bad habits. With over two decades of experience, Candy shares the unspoken challenges agents face, from unrealistic client expectations to the em…

Pam O’Connor, former President and CEO of Leading Real Estate Companies of the World, shares her journey of embracing femininity as a strength in leadership. With decades of experience in the real estate industry, Pam discusses how qualities often labeled as “feminine”—such as empathy, collaboration, and resilience—have been pivotal in her leadersh…

Kelly Parker shares how she built a top 1.5% real estate business without cold calls - by honoring authenticity, alignment, and energetics. Her journey reveals why alignment, not hustle, drives sustainable success for women in real estate. Connect with The Helm: Sign up for The Helm’s newsletter Watch full episodes on YouTube Follow The Helm on Ins…

Erinn Nobel, a seasoned real estate executive and thoughtful leader, shares a candid and empowering take on failure, self-awareness, and what it really means to grow. Known for her operational clarity and deep empathy, Erinn pulls back the curtain on the missteps that shaped her—and the mindset that helped her move forward. In this episode, she div…

Elizabeth Convery, real estate coach and founder & associate broker of the VERY Real Estate team, shares a powerful reflection on ambition, boundaries, and the moments that shape who we become. Elizabeth opens up about what happens when we stop glorifying hustle—and start choosing intention. In this episode, she dives into: The identity shift that …

Episode Description: Kamini Lane, CEO of Coldwell Banker Realty, joins us for a wide-ranging, honest, and inspiring conversation on leading through change, advocating for yourself, and staying grounded in the chaos of career and family. From Harvard Business School to executive roles in tech and real estate, Kamini shares hard-won lessons on confid…

Ginger Wilcox, President of Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate, shares a refreshingly honest take on leadership, identity, and inner growth. With a career that’s spanned startups, tech giants, brokerages, and lending, Ginger opens up about what really moves the needle—inside and out. In this episode, she dives into: Why your greatest leadership u…

Neda Navab, President of Compass Real Estate, shares how feedback, coaching, and her mother’s immigrant journey shaped her leadership style. From tech to real estate, Neda unpacks what it means to lead with intention—and why fun, self-advocacy, and radical transparency matter. For more resources, click here for the podcast episode page. Connect wit…