Empire Building
Episodes
303. I Didn’t Know I Could Do That
22 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever had a moment where someone casually says something—and it completely cracks open what you believed was possible? That’s exactly where today’...
302. Rich Relationships - How to Activate your Million Dollar Network with Selena Soo
15 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve ever wondered why some people seem to unlock opportunities effortlessly while others feel stuck on an island, this conversation is for you...
301. How the Online Broker’s Open Gets Homes SOLD
08 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If your listings are sitting—and the market feels slower than ever—you’re not alone. This week, we’re diving into a strategy that has helped S...
300. From Bougie To Basic: Our Favorite Things of 2025
01 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The holidays sneak up on all of us—especially when you're running a business, a household, and everything in between. So this week, we're gi...
299. The Moment You Know: When to Hire a Personal Assistant
24 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever find yourself running from one task to another---dropping off packages, managing carpools, juggling emails---and wondering, "When did I becom...
298. Let's Talk About the F Word: Let Failure Be Your Fuel
17 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Does the fear of failing quietly run your business plan? In this episode, Kymber Lovett-Menkiti and Tiffany Fykes open up about perfectionism, risk, a...
297. Happily Ever After Goals
10 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if your “happily ever after” had less to do with fairy tales and more to do with alignment? In this episode, Wendy Papasan and Seychelle Van ...
296. How to Work With 250+ Buyers a Year and Still Be Home for Dinner with Kari Wyrsch
03 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wonder how you could serve 250+ buyers in a year and still make it home for dinner? We sit down with top buyer’s agent and sales leader Kari Wy...
295. The Power of the P.A.U.S.E: Crafting Your Burnout Blueprint
27 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, we’re diving into the power of the P.A.U.S.E — a five-step blueprint designed to help leaders recharge before burnout takes ...
294. Social Fuel, Events & Calls That Convert: The 36-Touch Plan (Part 2)
20 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week’s episode of Empire Building, we’re diving into Part 2 of the 36 Touch Plan—focusing on social media, events, and calls that truly ...
293. Build the Database That Feeds Your Business: The 36-Touch Plan (Part 1)
13 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Picture this: you’ve got an incredible database of people who know, like, and trust you—but you’re not tapping into it the way you should. That’...
292. 20+ Ways to Make, Save & Grow Money (in 30 Minutes or Less)
06 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if just 30 minutes on your calendar could put real money back in your pocket? In this episode of Empire Building, we’re sharing more than 20 qu...
291. 6 Things Stopping You From Building Wealth
29 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Money makes a lot of people squirm—but avoiding it is exactly what keeps us stuck. In this episode, we get honest about the six things that stop us ...
290. Permission Granted: Redefining Success on Your Own Terms
22 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Permission is a loaded word—especially for high-achieving women. In this conversation, we get honest about the invisible expectations we carry at ho...
289. The New Buyer Mindset (Part 2): How to Create a WOW Experience That Builds Trust
15 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s buyers are cautious and well-informed, which means our role is to lead with clarity from the start. In this episode, we share practical ways...
288. The New Buyer Mindset (Part 1): What Today’s Buyers Are Really Thinking
08 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s buyers aren’t rushing, feeling FOMO, or scrambling to beat the market—they’re facing more options, more uncertainty, and more hesitati...
287. Own Your Money: Belinda Rosenblum’s Profit Strategies for Women Entrepreneurs
01 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Picture this: you cross six figures in revenue…and take home two grand. Ouch. In this week’s conversation with business money coach Belinda Rosenb...
286. 7 Time-Saving Back-to-School Strategies for Busy Families
25 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Back-to-school mornings don’t have to feel like chaos. In this episode, we share seven practical strategies to help families win the morning and the...
285. From Chaos to Clarity: Make the Shift to Proactive Leadership
18 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever feel like your to-do list is running you instead of the other way around? We’ve been there. In this episode, we’re talking about the shift ev...
284. Negotiation Tactics: Mastering the Seller’s Side (Part 2)
11 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Negotiating for sellers in today’s market means setting clear expectations, sticking to the facts, and never negotiating before you have an offer in...
283. Negotiation Tactics: How to Win for Your Clients (Part 1)
04 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Negotiation is everything in real estate, and today we’re breaking down the core steps that make all the difference. We talk about why building real...
282. When You’re Scared to Hire but Know You Need to
28 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever found yourself drowning in work and thinking, “I know I need help, but I’m scared to hire”? We get it. In this episode, we’re talking abo...
281. How to Create Content that Converts
21 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever freeze up when it’s time to hit record or write a post, thinking, “What do I even say?” You’re not alone. This week, we’re breaking dow...
280. From Discomfort to Growth: Practical Mindset Tools with Elaine Stageberg
14 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mindset can feel abstract, but today’s conversation with Elaine Stageberg brings it down to earth. Elaine has built a $400 million real estate portf...
279. How to Do a Mid-Year Reset for Your Business
07 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Feeling that mid-year slump? You’re not alone—but we believe this is actually the best moment to reset and refocus. In this episode, we break down...
278. How to Do a Mid-Year Reset for Your Life
30 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It’s easy to get off track, even with the best intentions. In this episode, we’re sharing our personal mid-year reset process—our go-to for chec...
277. Darling, You Can Do Hard Things: 5 Hacks for Smarter Decisions
23 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When it comes to building an empire—whether that’s in business or in life—there’s no escaping hard decisions. We’ve all stood at the crossro...
276. Navigating a Slower Market (Part 2): The Truth About Price Adjustments
16 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When the market slows down, price is king. In this episode, we’re getting honest about what it takes to navigate a slower market—and why you can’...
275. Navigating a Slower Market (Part 1): What Sellers Expect & How to Deliver
09 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Let’s face it—when homes aren’t flying off the market, sellers start watching you more closely than ever. And in today’s market, with inventor...
274. Leading with Legacy: What Will Your Empire Say About You?
02 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What will your empire say about you when you're gone?In this week’s episode, we’re diving deep into the concept of legacy—what it really mea...
273. Great Leaders Sell Differently: 7 High-Impact Sales Communication Skills
26 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You know the old saying—leaders are readers? Well, great leaders are also great sellers. And not because they’re slick or pushy. Because they comm...
272. Building a $400M Real Estate Portfolio While Raising Five Kids with Dr. Elaine Stageberg
19 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if the one thing that changes everything... is you?This week, we’re joined by Dr. Elaine Stageberg, co-founder of Black Swan Real Estate. From ...
271. Why Tough Conversations Make You a Stronger Leader
12 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever find yourself avoiding a hard conversation—hoping the issue will just disappear? We’ve been there. And we’ve learned the hard way that sile...
270. How to Lead Men Effectively—with Empathy and Clarity
05 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sometimes leadership advice doesn’t go far enough into the real-life dynamics we face—especially as female leaders building diverse teams. That’...
269. Topgrade Your Life
28 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Growth can be messy—and that’s not a bad thing. In fact, it might be the best indicator that you’re leveling up. In this episode, we’re talkin...
268. Know Your Money Story
21 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What’s your earliest memory of money? Was it joyful? Stressful? Scarce? Secure? For many of us, our childhood experiences with money still shape how...
267. Unlocking Jason Abrams
14 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if the biggest key to unlocking your potential isn’t out in the world—it’s already inside you?This week, we had the rare pleasure of flippi...
266. SPECIAL: Live Coaching Session with Sarah & Tiffany
07 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Finding the right person to lead your business isn’t just about making the right hire—it’s about understanding the true value you offer and bein...
265. Use Emotional Intelligence to Make More Sales
31 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if I told you your emotional intelligence could be your biggest sales superpower? In this episode, we’re diving into exactly that. Emotional in...
264. Building a Business That Supports Your Life with Anna Krueger (Part 2)
27 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What does it take to build a career that aligns with your strengths, supports your personal life, and fuels your passion? In this episode, we continue...
263. Building a Business That Supports Your Life with Anna Krueger (Part 1)
24 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when life takes an unexpected turn and forces you to reinvent yourself? Anna Krueger knows firsthand how to pivot, persevere, and turn li...
262. The 10-Step Playbook for Scaling Multiple Businesses
17 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Picture this: You’ve built a successful business, and now you’re wondering, “What’s next?” How do you take what you’ve learned and scale i...
261. The 5 Dysfunctions of a Team—And How to Overcome Them
10 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever felt like your team is a little... chaotic? You're not alone. Most teams struggle with dysfunction in one way or another, but the good news i...
260. How to Get One Day a Week Back
03 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if you could reclaim an entire day of your week? Today, we’re breaking down how to take back your time, cut out unnecessary tasks, and create s...
259. Building a Hot Pink Empire: Ryan Major on Reinvention and Resilience
24 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when you mix Texas grit, a hot pink brand, and a relentless drive to succeed? You get Ryan Major. In this episode of Empire Building, Wen...
258. Proven Formula for Growth
17 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Growth isn’t just a nice-to-have—it’s a core value for us. But what happens when the growth stops? When you hit a plateau, when the numbers stal...
257. Are Women Getting the Wrong Money Messages?
10 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Let’s talk about the money messages women are getting—and why they might be holding us back. In this episode, we dig into the unconscious gender b...
256. Turn No Into Yes with Strategic Follow-Ups
03 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hearing “no” can feel discouraging, but as empire builders, we know it’s just part of the process. In this episode, we’re diving into how to r...
255. From Real Estate to Business Acquisitions with Bekki Lowrance
27 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you thinking about buying a business but not sure where to start? In today’s episode, we’re joined by Bekki Lowrance, an expert business owner...
254. Should You Start a Business with Friends or Family?
20 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Starting a business with friends and family—what could go wrong? Well, as it turns out, there are a lot of lessons to learn along the way. In today’...
253. Execute Like an Empire Builder: 5 Steps to Achieve Your Big Goals
13 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you ready to turn your vision into action? Here's the deal: The second Friday in January is Quitter's Day—the day most people abandon th...
252. Exit Strategies for Your Business
06 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We all have to exit our businesses at some point. It’s good to know what options you have early on so you can feel confident that all your hard work...
251. Ted Lasso’s Leadership Playbook
30 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
When you’re an Empire Builder, you tend to watch TV a little differently.In this episode, we discuss what leadership lessons we’ve noticed in the ...
250. Journey to Financial Freedom
23 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
When Tiffany introduced herself on stage at the 2020 Mega Agent Camp, she described herself as “financially free.” That caught the attention of ma...
249. How to Turn Calls Into Closings
16 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Almost every business faces the same challenge: How do you convert live leads into successful sales? In real estate, we call these kinds of leads "...
248. Bougie and Budget: Gift Ideas for Loved Ones and Your Team
09 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Feeling stuck about your gift-giving this year? In this episode, we give you specific gift ideas so you can sprint through that part of your to-do lis...
247. Can You Be Happy and Profitable?
02 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you lost that spark of joy you used to have about your business? Have things started to feel heavy in a way they didn’t before? In this episode...
246. The Complete Guide to Personal SWOT Analysis
25 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, we discuss the often overlooked step that goes after setting your goals and before acting on them: SWOT analysis. We dig into ev...
245. Thrive In Unexpected Chaos
18 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sometimes, life kicks you in the teeth. Your aging parent needs extra care. Your kids’ school closes. You get kicked out of your housing in Taiwan b...
244. 5 Needs of a High Performing Team
11 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you want to build a business empire, you must understand the needs of your people. Your job as a leader is to make sure your team has the resources...
243. The Key to a Great Business Plan
04 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you’re like us, you probably have a team meeting on your calendar in the next couple of weeks to set the business plan for the new year. In this ...
242. The SECRET to Getting a YES in Sales
28 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you feel like you are hitting a wall with potential clients? In today’s episode, we talk about a tool you can use to get people to open up and de...
241. Should I Quit?
21 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A lot of leaders are too afraid to talk about it. Still, the fact is, we all have thought about quitting at some point or another, especially with all...
240. Learning from Wins and Losses
14 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Success leaves clues. Failure leaves clues, too. In this episode, we discuss recent personal wins and losses and what we have learned from them. We a...
239. Tax Strategies for Real Estate Investors with Amanda Han
07 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Amanda Han is on a mission to make taxes sexy… or at least somewhat understandable. Amanda Han is a CPA, real estate investor, author, and social me...
238. 5 Reasons You're Burned Out & What To Do About It (2)
30 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back for Part Two of our episode on burnout!As a reminder, in Part One, we covered the five reasons you're burnt out:You don't know wh...
237. 5 Reasons You're Burned & What To Do About It (1)
23 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you regularly physically and emotionally exhausted? Are you more cynical and detached than usual? Are you feeling like all your hard work isn'...
236. Why You're Not Attracting Talent
16 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The most rewarding part of building a big business is that you get to bring other people on the journey with you. You need to make sure they’re the ...
235. Business Lessons Learned the Hard Way
09 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Each one of us has made mistakes and learned lessons the hard way while building our big businesses. In this episode, we share those lessons with you,...
234. Steps to Fix and Avoid Overcommitting
02 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As women, especially Empire Builders, we are at high risk of being overcommitted. It’s even considered normal for a lot of us, but we should expect ...
233. How to Be a Leader That Someone Wants to Follow: The 4 A’s of Leadership
26 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Good leadership is hard but critical. The number one reason agents leave a brokerage is because they’re seeking better leadership. If you’ve hit a...
232. Our Best Tips to Save Time at Home
19 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
At the risk of sounding like Betty Crocker, we have some amazing homemaking tips for you today. We go through ways to make your cooking, finances, and...
231. 10 Tips for Crafting a Bio That Gets You Noticed
12 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you’re like us, writing your bio is probably the last thing you want to do on your to-do list. You’d rather be out doing the work and pouring i...
230. Health Hacks Every Business Owner Needs to Know (Part 2)
05 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back for Part 2 of our health hacks conversation! Today, we cover mental health, exercise, stress management– and, of course, the overlap of...
229. Health Hacks Every Business Owner Needs to Know (Part 1)
29 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Just like finances, health is going to happen to you whether you focus on it or not. If you do not take time for your wellness, you will be forced to ...
228. Equity or Cash Flow & Your Investment Strategy
22 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A huge part of building big businesses and even bigger lives is determining the best balance between cash flow and equity for you and your family at a...
227. Leaders are Readers: Top Book Recommendations
15 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Summertime is a wonderful season for books. Here at Empire Builders, we’re all readers, so we’re excited to spend this episode talking about our f...
226. Win in Any Market
08 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We get to teach and consult with agents all over the country, so we have a pretty good picture of what folks are experiencing in their local markets. ...
225. Get to Know Brianna Wiest, Her Best Life Keynote Speaker (Part 2)
04 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back for the second half of our interview with Brianna Wiest where we learn more about this amazing woman who is going to be our keynote speak...
224. Get to Know Brianna Wiest, Her Best Life Keynote Speaker (Part 1)
01 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We’re so excited to have Brianna Wiest on the show today! She’s going to join us at Her Best Life event in Miami in September, and we thought it w...
223. Exactly What to Say
24 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you feeling like you’re working really hard but just not seeing the results? Don’t worry, you’re not alone. A lot of real estate agents are ...
222. How To Raise Millions of Dollars For Charity
17 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In our busy lives, it can feel impossible to add yet another thing to our plate, much less raise millions of dollars for charity. But it is possible! ...
221. Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
10 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know 82% of people report experiencing imposter syndrome? Even if you are one of the 18% that haven’t, you might still want to tune it becau...
220. How to Kick Your Problem-Solving Addiction
03 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As a leader, it’s easy to get hooked on solving every problem for your organization—it feels great to be the hero. However, this can actually hind...
219. Warren Buffet’s 10 Money Secrets
27 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Seychelle’s 10-year-old daughter Quinn is not ashamed to talk about money. She also loves to save it, make it, and spend it. Unfortunately, not many...
218. Dare to Climb
20 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
“Your new life is going to cost you your old one. It’s going to cost you your comfort zone and your sense of direction. It’s going to cost you r...
217. Vulnerability & Authenticity: Superpowers You Didn't Know You Had!
13 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Vulnerability might seem the opposite of strong leadership, but it’s actually foundational to it. In today’s episode, we talk about the benefits o...
216. The Secret Path to Get People into Action
06 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever faced a situation where somebody in your life– a client, family member, team member– was stuck in non-action? Things weren’t going...
215. How to Communicate with Anyone
29 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In any part of life, but especially in real estate sales, communication is critical. In this episode, we dive into DiSC, the personality assessment th...
214. How to Take a Guilt Free Vacation
22 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Guilt-free vacations are a must. You need them. Every single one of your team members needs them. Not only do vacations reduce burnout and illness, bu...
213. Live to 103
15 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Here at Empire Building, we’re all about building a big business, and more importantly, a bigger life. So today we dive into how to live a big, long...
212. WealthyWellthy: An Interview with Krisstina Wise
08 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Krisstina Wise is a real estate mogul, Millionaire Coach, and creator of several multi-million dollar businesses including Goodlife Luxury, The Paperl...
211. A Great Hire in 9 Steps
01 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The key to building big businesses and even bigger lives is to hire well. That’s why in today’s episode we walk you through the 9 steps you need t...
210. Decision Fatigue: How to Beat it
25 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The average person makes over a thousand decisions every day. Can you imagine what that means for a person leading an empire? We’re probably making ...
209. Tenants, Mom Guilt, and More: Q&A with Empire Builders
18 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We had such a great time at the Keller Williams 2024 Family Reunion, we wanted to share it with you! That’s why we’ve made this episode a recordin...
208. Building Wealth: What Numbers Matter
11 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
When a lot of people see numbers and math, they run for the hills. If that’s you, take a deep breath– you’re going to get a lot of this episode....
207. 7 Tactics to Grow Your Business Part 2
06 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today is Part 2 of “The Top 7 Tactics to Grow Your Business.” Just like Part 1, we outline the top tactics, then we take questions from a live aud...
206. 7 Tactics to Grow Your Business Part 1
04 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We had such a great, in-depth conversation, we had to break it into two episodes! This is part one of “The Top 7 Tactics to Grow Your Business.” A...
205. Leading in Hard Times
26 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Optimistic leaders don't believe hard things are easy. They believe we can do hard things. That’s the core message of today’s episode about le...
204. Thriving as a Solo Agent (with Nikki Miller)
19 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you a solo real estate agent who feels like you’ve hit your ceiling, but don’t want to join or build a team? Nikki Miller has been in your sho...