Halftime Reset: 3 Shifts to Thrive in the Second Half of 2025
Pursuing Freedom
From today’s solocast: The "Halftime Episode" invites listeners to pause and reflect at the mid-year mark. Erin explores why some agents are thriving despite market stress and what sets them apart. She shares 3 key traits of thriving real estate pros: intentional energy management, investing in support, and never going it alone. Morning routines and emotional energy check-ins are critical to shifting from scarcity to abundance. Community and mentorship offer a powerful way to “borrow the light”...
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From Burnout to Business Breakthrough with Ali Garced
Pursuing Freedom
Listen in as Erin and Ali discuss: Why Ali left a secure job as a federal agent to pursue freedom through entrepreneurship The importance of aligning your business with your core values — not just your skills How Ali replaced her income and scaled with leveraged offers The role of authenticity in attracting the right clients Why mindset shifts are the foundation of sustainable business success …and much more! ...
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Can Your Business Be Fun Again? with Erin Bradley
Pursuing Freedom
Listen in as Erin shares: Why burnout, boredom, and “knowing what to do” aren’t enough—and what to do instead. The power of adding fun to your daily workflow—and how it magnetizes opportunity. Her proven 4-week boot camp strategy that has tripled and even quintupled volume. How to engage clients (and reconnect with old ones) without feeling salesy or pushy. The surprising ripple effect of authentic, value-driven conversations. …and more. ...
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SEO Secrets for Real Estate Success with Kris Reid
Pursuing Freedom
Listen in as Erin and Kris discuss: Why many real estate websites look good but fail to convert — and what to fix first The three things Google looks for to rank your site (and how to get them working for you) How to create content that attracts leads and builds trust The most important metric to track on your site (hint: it’s not traffic!) How SEO done right becomes a sustainable, low-cost lead generation machine …and much more! ...
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Mastering the Weight of Wealth: The Power of Discipline, Environment & Choice with Daniel Del Real
Pursuing Freedom
Listen in as Erin and Daniel discuss: Wealth has a weight. Success brings responsibility—to yourself, your family, and the ecosystem you create. Environment matters. Who you surround yourself with can expand your vision—or keep you small. Treat your business like a business. Real estate is inconsistent—your habits and skills must be rock solid. Mastery is a journey. From conscious incompetence to subconscious competence, success is earned through...
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Rewiring for Joy: How to Stop Operating from Fear and Start Living from Love with Sandee Sgarlata
Pursuing Freedom
Listen in as Erin and Sandee discuss: Peak performance isn’t just strategy—it’s mastering the space between your ears. Your unconscious beliefs are often driving your actions. Rewiring them is a game changer. Meditation isn't one-size-fits-all: walking, journaling, or even shower time can be meditative. You can't expect different results without practicing new habits—just like learning a new sport. Shifting from fear to love is a daily, conscious choice—and...
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From Airbnbs to Oceans: How Amanda Williams Built Freedom Through Midterm Rentals
Pursuing Freedom
Listen in as Erin and Amanda discuss: Amanda’s journey from flipping houses to becoming a midterm rental powerhouse The strategy pivot that saved her business after a $60K cancellation overnight Why relying solely on Airbnb (or any platform) is a risky business model How Amanda built a real estate relocation funnel that fuels her agent team Lessons on freedom, flexibility, and creating a brand that outlasts market shifts …and much more! ...
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From Welfare to Wealth: Reclaiming Power and Purpose in Business with Alexa DePaolo
Pursuing Freedom
Listen in as Erin and Alexa discuss: Alexa’s journey from surviving on welfare as a single mom to leading a $90M+ mortgage business Why mindset, not circumstance, is the true key to success How she built confidence by surviving setbacks and showing up anyway The “out of practice” problem — and how to reconnect with service-driven growth Practical ways lenders and agents can provide value now in a tough market …and much more1 ...
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Building a People-First Business in a Bottom-Line World with Katie Kim
Pursuing Freedom
Listen in as Erin and Katie discuss: How Katie scaled her real estate team while staying rooted in people-first leadership What it means to run a business with “heart” without sacrificing results How authenticity builds deeper trust (and attracts the right clients) Letting go of the fear of failure — and choosing to lead with faith How her faith and values guide every decision — even during rapid growth …and much more! ...
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Empowering Seniors to Thrive: Financing Options for a Golden Retirement with Kevin Guttman
Pursuing Freedom
Listen in as Erin and Kevin discuss: Helping senior homeowners enjoy a “happily ever after” retirement through education and empowerment. How reverse mortgages can offer real financial freedom when approached with clarity and communication. The three C’s Kevin lives by in business: Choices, Convenience, and Communication. How living by the Golden Rule and putting client first leads to trust and long-term relationships. …and much more! ...
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Listen in as Erin and Ali discuss:
- Why Ali left a secure job as a federal agent to pursue freedom through entrepreneurship
- The importance of aligning your business with your core values — not just your skills
- How Ali replaced her income and scaled with leveraged offers
- The role of authenticity in attracting the right clients
- Why mindset shifts are the foundation of sustainable business success
- …and much more!
About
After 3 years in the business, Ali has closed over 100 transactions, as a solo agent. And the first year, she was just part time, since she was still Active Duty Air Force working as a Special Agent for the Air Force Office of Special Investigations (Think NCIS...but for the Air Force).
With too many leads to handle, she started a team (NO team splits) to be able to continue scaling.
Now, with almost 100 agents on her team in 15 cities and 2 countries, she now dedicates her time to outbound referrals and coaching her agents. She's looking to partner with other agents in other markets near an Air Force Base.
On the investing front, she used the VA loan to start investing and start a rental portfolio. With revenue share and cash flow from her rental properties, she cash flows $10,000 per month.
How to Connect With Ali
- Website: www.aligarced.com
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexandragarced/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aligarced
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ali_the_agent/