Live Like the Main Character: Storytelling, Identity & the Power of Your Narrative
Wandering But Not Lost Podcast | Business Tips & Techniques for Life Balance
Release Date: 07/22/2025
Understanding Sound, Frequency & Coherence: What We Really Mean (and Why It Matters)
Wandering But Not Lost Podcast | Business Tips & Techniques for Life Balance
Words like frequency, vibration, resonance, and coherence are everywhere right now — but rarely explained in a clear, grounded way. In this episode of the WBNL Coaching Podcast, Jan O’Brien and Matt Emerson slow the conversation down and break these concepts into simple, practical terms anyone can understand. This is not about hype or buzzwords — it’s about understanding how sound and energy already affect your nervous system, focus, and state of being every day. You’ll learn what these terms actually mean, why coherence matters more than “high vibration,” and how sound, silence,...
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Why Brand, Trust & Personalization Matter More Than Ever in Real Estate
Wandering But Not Lost Podcast | Business Tips & Techniques for Life Balance
The real estate industry is changing fast — with AI, new platforms, evolving business models, and more noise than ever. So what actually makes an agent stand out today? In this episode of the WBNL Coaching Podcast, Jan O’Brien and Matt Emerson break down why brand, trust, and personalization are now the most important differentiators in real estate — and how agents can apply these principles in real-world, practical ways. You’ll learn how consistent video content builds trust even when people don’t engage, why personalization beats automation in lead nurture, and how to use AI...
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Winter Solstice Reset: How Stillness Brings Clarity, Direction & Inner Peace
Wandering But Not Lost Podcast | Business Tips & Techniques for Life Balance
The Winter Solstice marks the stillest moment of the year — the longest night, the quietest turning point, and a natural invitation to reflect. Instead of pushing through the season, the Solstice calls us to pause, reset, and reconnect with our inner compass. In Episode 396 of the WBNL Podcast, we explore how stillness helps you gain clarity and direction as you head into 2026. Whether you’re hiking a familiar trail, journaling by a window, or simply taking a quiet moment to breathe, the Solstice offers a powerful opportunity to reset. Find our show notes at
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Clarity, Trends & Market Mastery: How to Prepare Your Real Estate Business for 2026
Wandering But Not Lost Podcast | Business Tips & Techniques for Life Balance
Preparing for 2026? In this episode, Jan O’Brien and Matt Emerson break down the clarity, trends, and market insights every real estate agent, team leader, and broker needs to confidently plan for the new year. You’ll learn how to pause and reflect before planning, what national economic forces actually matter, why local market expertise is your biggest advantage, and how to position yourself as the trusted advisor your clients need right now. Plus: ✔️ National trends influencing real estate in 2025–2026 ✔️ Mortgage rate realities & consumer affordability ✔️ The data...
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Feeling Holiday Pressure? Try Presence, Not Perfection
Wandering But Not Lost Podcast | Business Tips & Techniques for Life Balance
The holiday season isn’t one big moment — it’s a marathon of family gatherings, friend get-togethers, office parties, school events, and endless expectations. And somewhere along the way, we convince ourselves that each one needs to be perfect. In Episode 394 of the Wandering But Not Lost Podcast, we’re breaking that pressure wide open. Find our show notes at
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AI & Real Estate 2.0: What Agents Must Know RIGHT NOW
Wandering But Not Lost Podcast | Business Tips & Techniques for Life Balance
AI isn’t a future trend — it’s the new infrastructure of real estate. From AI listing search inside ChatGPT… to virtual staging… to deepfake scams… to accuracy issues… the industry has changed FAST. In Episode 393, Jan and Matt break down AI & Real Estate 2.0 — what’s evolved, what matters, and what agents MUST adapt to immediately. In this episode you’ll learn: ✔ Why your clients are consulting AI before they talk to you ✔ Zillow’s integration inside ChatGPT and what it means for agents ✔ The rise of AI-generated visuals — and the legal disclosures you now...
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The Quiet Kind of Gratitude or Learning to Thank the Part of You That Keeps Showing Up
Wandering But Not Lost Podcast | Business Tips & Techniques for Life Balance
Discover The Quiet Kind of Gratitude — a gentle reminder that appreciation begins within. In this reflective WBNL episode, Matt & Jan explore what it means to thank yourself for the ways you’ve shown up, learned, and grown. You’ll learn simple mindfulness practices to reconnect with your inner calm, cultivate self-acceptance, and carry that peace into every part of your life. Find our show notes at
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Level 5 Leadership in Real Estate: Humility, Accountability & Team Success
Wandering But Not Lost Podcast | Business Tips & Techniques for Life Balance
In this week’s episode, Jan O’Brien and Matt Emerson dive into the core leadership skills every real estate team leader and broker must master to create a high-performing, connected, and growth-focused team. You’ll learn how to lead with emotional intelligence, clarity, and humility — the hallmarks of what Jim Collins calls Level 5 Leadership in Good to Great. Whether you’re leading two agents or twenty, this episode will help you develop the mindset and habits that transform culture and performance. Find our show notes at
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The Inner Compass: Finding Direction When Everything’s Changing
Wandering But Not Lost Podcast | Business Tips & Techniques for Life Balance
When everything around you is shifting, your best navigation tool isn’t a plan — it’s your inner compass. In this week’s episode of The Wandering But Not Lost Podcast, Matt and Jan explore how to reconnect with your inner guidance system — the quiet sense of direction that helps you move through change without losing yourself. Find our show notes at
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The Fall Client Connection Plan: Stay Top of Mind Without Being Salesy
Wandering But Not Lost Podcast | Business Tips & Techniques for Life Balance
Fall is the perfect season to reconnect with your clients — but nobody wants another generic email or market update. In this episode, Jan O’Brien and Matt Emerson share authentic, actionable strategies to help you stay top of mind without being salesy. You’ll learn how to use our 4-step Fall Client Connection Plan to build trust, strengthen relationships, and generate more referrals naturally. Plus, get inspired to host a simple Fall Client Appreciation Event that keeps your brand visible in a warm, genuine way. Find our show notes at
info_outlineToo often, we live out a story someone else wrote for us.
In this episode, we flip the script and help you step fully into the lead role.
We’ll explore:
✔ How to reclaim authorship of your life
✔ The cost of letting limiting beliefs write your story
✔ Tips to activate Main Character Energy in daily life
✔ How The Hero’s Journey can help you reframe setbacks
✔ Why your next act begins with one intentional scene
📝 Reflection Prompt:
“What does the next act look like if I step fully into the lead role?”
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