Task Me Anything

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Task Me Anything

Adam Duffus

10 episodes

1 month ago

In this energising episode, we sit down with Katie Cotton, a powerhouse in real estate recruitment and tech innovation. From her early days in roles ranging from Tupperware sales to law enforcement, Katie shares her unique path into real estate and how it led to founding Recruit RE — a purpose-built platform reshaping how agencies hire and grow their teams. Katie opens up about her leadership journey, her passion for people, and the creation of tools that empower both agents and businesses. W...

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Episodes (10/10)

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Episode 10 Recruiting with Heart & Tech: Katie Cotton on Building the Future of Real Estate

1 month ago

18 minutes

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Episode 9: From Showgrounds to Sold Signs: Alexander Shean’s Real Estate Journey

On this episode of Task Me Anything, we’re joined by Alexander Shean, co-owner of Ray White Ascot and a standout figure in Brisbane real estate. From his early days working the traveling show circuit with his family to leading a high-performing real estate office, Alexander’s journey is anything but typical—and that’s exactly what makes it inspiring. Alexander opens up about the people skills he developed as a sideshow spruiker, how he transitioned into real estate, and the lessons he’s learn...

2 months ago

23 minutes

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Episode 8: From Planner to People Powerhouse: How Candace Jarrett Built Her Recruitment Empire

🎧 Episode Synopsis: In this inspiring 16-minute episode, we meet Candace Jarrett, founder of niche recruitment firm Niche People, who shares her unconventional journey from town planning to building a thriving recruitment business—all while juggling life as a mother of three. With practical insights into entrepreneurship, the power of outsourcing, and the underestimated value of town planning, Candace gives listeners a behind-the-scenes look at how she scaled her business with the help of a v...

4 months ago

15 minutes

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Episode 7: Ryan Murphy & the Power of Two: Scaling Real Estate with VAs

🎧 Episode Synopsis: In this high-energy and humor-filled episode of Task Me Anything, host Adam Duffus chats with Ryan Murphy—a rising real estate star from Logan—and his dynamic virtual assistant duo, Wendy and Alan, joining from the Philippines. Ryan pulls back the curtain on how leveraging not one, but two highly skilled VAs has elevated his business operations, allowing him to stay laser-focused on what he does best: selling homes and connecting with clients. Listeners will get a behind-t...

5 months ago

11 minutes

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Episode 6: From Reception to Real Estate Elite — Steph Marshall’s Journey with VA Power

In this inspiring episode of Task Me Anything, Adam Duffus welcomes real estate standout Steph Marshall from Harcourts Property Centre. Ranked in the top 1% of Harcourts agents internationally, Steph shares her journey from humble beginnings to building a powerhouse business supported by a dynamic virtual assistant team. Steph opens up about her personal challenges, her strategies for growth, and how smart delegation — particularly through VA support — has transformed her business and life. ...

5 months ago

12 minutes

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Episode 5: Scaling Craftsmanship with Virtual Support — Featuring Jim Hilston of Hilston Wood Floors

In this episode of Task Me Anything, host Adam Duffus sits down with Jim Hilston, Director of Hilston Wood Floors, one of Brisbane’s most respected names in custom timber flooring. Jim shares his fascinating journey from working with horses and playing polo in the UK to building a premium flooring business back home in Australia. More importantly, he opens up about the critical role virtual assistants now play in keeping his business running smoothly. Jim highlights how partnering with VA For...

6 months ago

15 minutes

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Episode 4: How VAs Are Transforming Property Management with RE/MAX Results

In this value-packed episode of Task Me Anything, host Adam Duffus, Managing Director of VA For You, sits down with Emma Goodfellow, Director of Property Management at RE/MAX Results Bayside, and Eran Chamil, Country Manager for VA For You in Sri Lanka. Together, they dive into how virtual assistants (VAs) have revolutionized the way property management operates — helping scale operations, strengthen team culture, and deliver better service. From funny tenant stories to culture shocks, the ep...

6 months ago

11 minutes

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Episode 3: How VAs Helped Scale a $Million Real Estate Business with Hayley Van de Ven

In this powerhouse episode of Task Me Anything, host Adam Duffus is joined by the unstoppable Hayley Van de Ven, founder of the Limitless Group under RE/MAX Results. With over 4,000 property sales and two decades of experience, Hayley shares how she scaled her real estate empire — while saving $1 million in wages and doubling her revenue — by strategically implementing virtual assistants (VAs). Hayley gets candid about the failures of her first VA attempt, what made her try again, and how the...

7 months ago

16 minutes

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Episode 2: Unlocking Business Growth with VAs: A Deep Dive with Sam Devlin

Episode Synopsis In this episode of Task Me Anything, host Adam Duffus welcomes Sam Devlin, Managing Director and Principal of Harcourts Property Centre. With over 18 years of experience in real estate, Sam shares his journey, insights on business growth, and how Virtual Assistants (VAs) have revolutionized his operations. From maintaining clean data to streamlining contracts and accounts, Sam discusses the impact of VAs on efficiency, employee happiness, and business scalability. Plus, hear ...

7 months ago

19 minutes

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EPISODE 1 - How a VA Supercharged This Real Estate Agent’s Success

👤 Host: Adam Duffus, Managing Director of VA for You 🎤 Guests: Anna Kate (Harcourts Property Center), Jerome (VA for You) 🎧 Episode Summary: In this debut episode, host Adam Duffus sits down with real estate powerhouse Anna Kate, who made waves in 2024 by generating over $700,000 GCI in her first year as an agent. Joining them is Jerome, Anna’s trusted Virtual Assistant (VA), who plays a key role behind the scenes. Anna shares why she hired a VA from day one, how it freed her up to focus on h...

8 months ago

20 minutes