If you’re a real estate agent in Ontario wondering how to stay sane, grow a business, and still have a life, this episode is for you. In this Zero BS Real Estate Podcast, John sits down with Dion Gemmiti, Century 21 realtor and co-founder of One Real Estate Group in Peterborough, Ontario. They dig into what it really takes to build a values-driven business, lead a team, navigate a shifting Ontario housing market, and avoid the toxic “grind 24/7” mentality that burns so many agents out. From...
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If you’re a real estate agent in Ontario wondering how to stay sane, grow a business, and still have a life, this episode is for you. In this Zero BS Real Estate Podcast, John sits down with Dion Gemmiti, Century 21 realtor and co-founder of One Real Estate Group in Peterborough, Ontario. They dig into what it really takes to build a values-driven business, lead a team, navigate a shifting Ontario housing market, and avoid the toxic “grind 24/7” mentality that burns so many agents out. From...
If you’re a real estate agent in Ontario wondering how to stay sane, grow a business, and still have a life, this episode is for you. In this Zero BS Real Estate Podcast, John sits down with Dion Gemmiti, Century 21 realtor and co-founder of One Real Estate Group in Peterborough, Ontario. They dig into what it really takes to build a values-driven business, lead a team, navigate a shifting Ontario housing market, and avoid the toxic “grind 24/7” mentality that burns so many agents out. From...
If you’re a realtor in Ontario—Durham Region, Peterborough, Northumberland—this episode is for you. We sit down with Dennis Roberts and John Byers, broker-owners at Royal LePage Frank, to talk about pricing in today’s market, back-to-basics skills, and how to serve clients with honesty and care. 🎙️ What You’ll Learn in This Episode: ✔️ Why great agents act like guides—not pushy salespeople ✔️ How to price right now (and why “list low, sell high” isn’t 2025 reality) ✔️ The habits that still w...
What if the most powerful way to grow your real estate business… was to stop trying so hard? In this episode of Zero BS Real Estate, I sit down with Jason Michel—realtor, home builder, and deep thinker—to talk about doing real estate differently. Jason shares how the experience of building his own dream home shifted his approach to his business, and why genuine relationships matter more than scripts, sales tactics, or follower counts. This episode is a goldmine if you’ve ever struggled with...
What do you do when the market is tough, your clients are confused, and social media is full of noise? You show up. You lead. You adapt. In this special episode of The ZERO BS Real Estate Podcast, we’re sitting down with Omair Amir, founder of The Six Mortgage Group and the driving force behind Vision 2025—a real estate conference that brought clarity, connection, and confidence to hundreds of professionals across the GTA and Durham Region. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Why minds...
In this episode of the Zero BS Real Estate Podcast, we sit down with Moaeez Rehman—a top agent who’s opening up like never before. From the outside, success looks like nice cars, flashy suits, and sold signs. But behind the scenes, Moaeez went through divorce, financial struggles, and a massive identity shift as a realtor. He shares the truth about what it really takes to rebuild your confidence, reconnect with your clients, and grow your business in today’s market—without losing yourself in...
What makes someone leave a stable 9–5 job for a career they never planned on—and stay in it for 20 years? In this episode of Zero BS Real Estate, we sit down with Bonnie White—realtor, leader, and all-around gem—who shares her unexpected journey into real estate, the power of community at Royal LePage Frank, and why she's trekking through Cambodia (in a tent!) to raise money for women and children escaping domestic violence. It’s real, raw, inspiring—and yes, a little funny too. You...
Some journeys to success aren't straight lines—they're wild rides filled with setbacks, lessons, and comebacks. In this episode, we sit down with Mark Prata, whose path took him from professional BMX to tattooing on reality TV to hitting rock bottom before reinventing himself as a powerhouse in real estate. What You'll Learn in This Episode: How to turn life's biggest failures into stepping stones for successWhy mindset is the most powerful tool in business & personal growthThe hidden le...
What does it take to go from a brand-new realtor to closing 39 deals in a year—all without a team? 🤯 Brad D'Ornellas shares his real, unfiltered journey from knocking on doors with zero experience to becoming one of the top agents in his brokerage. No fluff. No generic advice. Just real stories, real challenges, and real strategies that actually work in today's market. What You'll Learn in This Episode: ✔️ How Brad landed a $2M listing as his FIRST deal ✔️ The fake it till you make it minds...
🎙️ What if the scariest moment of your life became the best thing that ever happened to you? In this episode of Zero BS Real Estate, I sit down with Andrew Perrie—real estate leader, entrepreneur, and former “pop star“—to talk about his journey through business, faith, and personal transformation. Andrew opens up about his shocking cancer diagnosis, how it led him to a deeper connection with God, and why he believes struggle is often the doorway to something greater. We also discuss: ✔️ Ho...
If you’re a real estate agent (or a seller) wondering if home staging is worth it, this episode is for you! Some homes sell faster and for more money when staged—why is that? What’s the psychology behind buyers paying more for a staged home, even though the furniture won’t stay? And why do some agents skip staging altogether? We’re getting real about it all with Kim Williams, founder of Simply Staging, who has helped countless homes get top dollar with her expert staging techniques. 🎙️ What...
In this podcast episode, we're joined by Diana Scott, an experienced realtor who discusses the complexities of the real estate profession. Diana shares lessons on financial preparation and work-life balance for new realtors, along with strategies for managing client expectations and personal boundaries. She highlights her use of tools like scheduled messaging to streamline communications and the importance of a supportive team. Diana details how delegating tasks has improved her focus on clie...
Trigger warning - this episode contains references to mental health, addiction issues, and suicidal thoughts. This is a positive and inspiring story of our guest’s journey to overcome these issues to build a better future for himself and those around him - but for anyone who might be triggered by these topics - viewer and listener discretion is advised.If you or someone you know needs support - go to camh.ca, or for crisis support - call or text 988.In this episode of the podcast, I'm joined ...
In this episode, I sit down with Vicky Sweeney, President of the Central Lakes Association of Realtors, as well as Tracy McCormick and Wendy Giroux! We talk about the evolving role of real estate associations and the new MLS rules that are changing how agents operate. We explore the challenges these rules aim to solve, how they benefit agents, buyers, and sellers, and what they mean for the industry's future. Along the way, Vicky shares her journey in real estate and her unique perspective as...
If you’re a real estate agent in Ontario wondering how to stay sane, grow a business, and still have a life, this episode is for you. In this Zero BS Real Estate Podcast, John sits down with Dion Gemmiti, Century 21 realtor and co-founder of One Real Estate Group in Peterborough, Ontario. They dig into what it really takes to build a values-driven business, lead a team, navigate a shifting Ontario housing market, and avoid the toxic “grind 24/7” mentality that burns so many agents out. From...
