In this episode of the Get Keen Podcast, host Dan Lee, founder of Plum Property, shares his personal journey and the challenges he faced as a real estate agency owner. Drawing from his experience as a high performer in a real estate franchise for a decade, Dan candidly discusses the misconceptions surrounding business ownership, emphasizing that it often comes with more stress and harder times than many anticipate. He aims to provide fellow agents with valuable insights into the realities of running a business, reminding listeners that success is not always a smooth path. Tune in for a dose of real talk about the struggles and rewards of building a real estate career.

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Timestamps

[00:00:00] Introduction

[00:02:30] Business ownership challenges.

[00:03:43] Starting a real estate agency.

[00:09:38] Mindset during challenging times.

[00:13:42] Fight or flight in business.

[00:14:58] Capacity for success.

[00:20:58] Untrustworthy employee behavior.

[00:22:15] Importance of checking references.

[00:28:39] Overcoming unexpected real estate challenges.

[00:29:41] Five-star review importance.