Auction King: Shane Hicks on Selling Smarter, Faster, and Building Community
Property Career
In this episode, we sit down with Shane Hicks who pulls back the curtain on what really works in today's market. Shane shares his top strategies, insider tips, and inspiring success stories from his property career — with a special focus on why auction sales are his go-to method. From fast-tracking deals to transforming auction days into buzzing community events, Shane explains how auctions benefit everyone — agents, buyers, and communities alike. You'll learn how auctions can reveal real-time market value, reduce stress for agents, and help buyers make confident decisions on the...
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Momentum & Mindset: How Tom Kralikas Found His Place
Property Career
In this episode, we sit down with Tom Kralikas to explore the winding path that led him to Place Estate Agents. From humble beginnings to building a thriving real estate career, Tom shares the pivotal moments, lessons learned, and mindset shifts that helped shape his professional growth. He opens up about the realities of the industry - the wins, the setbacks, and the strategies that keep him consistent, focused, and motivated. From daily routines to leveraging social media and being part of a high-performing team, Tom reflects on what it really takes to build momentum and stay the course in...
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Evolving in Place: Ross Armstrong’s Real Estate Journey
Property Career
In this episode, Ross shares his journey through the real estate industry—all within the walls of Place Estate Agents. He reflects on how his role has evolved over time and the habits that keep him performing at his best, including daily structure, a disciplined to-do list, and regular exercise. Ross speaks candidly about managing the emotional highs and lows of the job, the importance of mentorship, and the value of learning from others. As part of a large team, he emphasises the role of trust and collaboration, and how social media has become a powerful tool in staying connected and...
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Finding Your Niche with Heath Williams
Property Career
Introducing the The Real Estate Playbook with Peter Burgin. This segment is all about technical real estate skills. For our first episode, we dive into the world of architectural, luxury, and lifestyle property with Lead Agent from Place New Farm, Heath Williams. With a unique background in interior architecture, marketing, and business, Heath shares how his formal training has shaped his approach to high-end real estate. From defining a clear niche to understanding the true cost—and value—of marketing, Heath offers sharp insights on what it takes to stand out in a competitive market. The...
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The Lessons That Shaped My Career with Pat Goldsworthy
Property Career
Welcome to the new era! Introducing 'THE SHIFT' - Success Happens If Failure Teaches with Paul Curtain. This segment explores the major 'SHIFT' moments in real estate powerhouses careers. In this episode, Paul Curtain steps in as host alongside Pat Goldsworthy, Lead Agent at Place Bulimba. Pat opens up about his unique career journey — starting at Place, venturing to Ray White, and ultimately returning to where it all began. His story is a powerful reminder that growth often comes full circle. Pat reflects on the lessons learned across different brands, the...
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Real Estate Reinvention: Anna Dunne’s Journey from Hairdresser to Top Agent
Property Career
Welcome back to the Property Career Podcast! To kick off 2025, we’re joined by Anna Dunne, Lead Agent at Place Bulimba and Carindale’s #1 Agent. Anna’s story is one of transformation—moving from a career as a hairdresser to becoming a powerhouse in real estate! In this episode, Anna shares how the skills she developed in the salon—like customer care, communication, and building trust—translated seamlessly into her success in the property world. She gives us an inside look at the tools that helped her thrive during her career switch and how she built a strong foundation for her real...
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Empowering Real Estate Careers with Michaela Pelgen
Property Career
In this episode, we sit down with Michaela Pelgen (Peihopa at time of recording), Place’s dedicated Agent Support Trainer, who has been with the company for nearly a decade. Michaela’s journey into real estate is one of serendipity, resilience, and adaptability where she found her passion for operations and client satisfaction. Now training new agent support who join Place, Michaela shares her insights on what makes a successful agent support, the importance of mentorship, and how consistently adapting has kept her role impactful. Plus, she gives us a glimpse into her life in PNG—where...
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The Power of People-First Leadership with Angela Curtain
Property Career
From receptionist to office manager, and now operations manager, Angela Curtain has been with Place Woolloongabba since the very beginning. As a key driver of the office's culture, Angela is passionate about a people-first approach to business and leadership. In this episode, we dive into Angela’s journey in real estate, the importance of being culturally fit, the vital role administration plays in supporting sales, the responsibilities leaders have to their teams and so much more! You can find Angela on Instagram, here: Property Career: Life at Place: Interested in a Career at Place?
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The Advisor Approach to Real Estate with Emma Miller
Property Career
In this episode, we welcome Emma Miller, Director and Lead Agent of Place Cleveland. Sharing her journey from travel agent to real estate agent, Emma discusses how her passion for people and sales psychology helped her delve into business ownership. Applying an advisor approach to a traditional sales agent role, Emma believes in the importance of strategy, clear communication and honesty, all of which are imperative to the development of her team, and her business. Join us as Emma covers her journey into real estate; how she knew she was ready for business ownership; the importance of...
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How to Create Opportunities for Yourself with Sam Camm
Property Career
Entering the real estate industry as a digital marketing specialist, Sam Camm of Place Bulimba created an opportunity for himself, which secured him the position of Sales Associate within the Darcy Lord team. Awarded as the Top New Talent within the Place Group in 2024, Sam is committed to using his marketing expertise and ability to connect with people to uniquely assist his clients with their property endeavours. In this episode, Sam touches on putting yourself out there; creating opportunities for yourself; the benefits of working in a team; how being conversational has more merit than...
info_outlineIn this episode, we welcome Emma Miller, Director and Lead Agent of Place Cleveland. Sharing her journey from travel agent to real estate agent, Emma discusses how her passion for people and sales psychology helped her delve into business ownership.
Applying an advisor approach to a traditional sales agent role, Emma believes in the importance of strategy, clear communication and honesty, all of which are imperative to the development of her team, and her business.
Join us as Emma covers her journey into real estate; how she knew she was ready for business ownership; the importance of mentorship; building brand awareness; and as Emma provides a glimpse into the future of her business!
We hope you enjoy this episode with Emma.
You can find Emma on Instagram, here: https://www.instagram.com/emmamillerproperty
Property Career: https://www.instagram.com/propertycareer/
Life at Place: https://www.instagram.com/lifeatplace_/
Interested in a Career at Place? https://www.eplace.com.au/careers-hub