LIVE WITH THE LEADERS Podcast hosted by Willie Miranda

What It Really Takes to Build a Strategic, Future-Focused Real Estate Business

In this exclusive replay, we unpacked what was ahead for 2026 and sat down for a live, podcast-style conversation with top agent and team leader Gerine Skamarak. Gerine is an award-winning REALTOR®, as well as the General Manager and Director of Franchise Development for EXIT Realty East Coast. She is known for her strong negotiation skills, innovative marketing strategies, and her passion for helping both clients and agents achieve lasting success.

Learn how to leverage client and community events to grow a strong referral-based business with Pat Garritty.

Check out our latest Podcast where I interview my good friend, Pat Garritty. Pat is the Founder and Team Leader of the Trilliant Real Estate Group with CIR Realty. With 25 years of experience and over $1 billion in sales, Pat is one of Central Alberta’s most trusted and top-performing REALTORS®, consistently ranking in the top 1%.

 

He’s known for his client-first approach, strong market expertise, and deep community involvement. His team’s Trees for Treasures initiative has raised over $100,000 to support local families.

 

Pat reveals how his client events has deepened his relationship with his clients, his most successful events and how the fortune is in the follow up!

How did Ryan close over $4M in just one year?

On this episode of the Live with the Leaders Podcast, our VP/COO and RE Associate Broker, Brian Miranda, interviews Ryan Gocool! Coming from a family of real estate investors, Ryan shares how, in just over a year in the industry, he has closed over $4M in sales.

He reveals exactly how he achieves success where most new agents struggle, providing insights and strategies that set him apart in the real estate world.

Best Year Ever + First Baby with Amanda Hart

Amanda is on pace to close $15M in 2025—all while welcoming her first baby! She shares how she balances work and family, the CRM that keeps her connected with clients, and the mindset driving her best year yet. Packed with strategies and inspiration you can use today.

Seller Prospecting with Chris Maley

On this episode, I interviewed one of our top producing agents, Chris Maley. Chris has been in the business for just over 3 years and has already closed $6 million (YTD) – and is on pace to finish the year at $10 million! Out of his 15.5 closed sides, an impressive 10.5 came from listings.

On this call, Chris will be sharing:

• How he approaches working with sellers
• What he does during a listing appointment
• The number of daily connections and activities it takes to hit his goals

Chris is proof that when you combine consistency with implementation, the results follow. This is a session packed with takeaways you can put into action immediately.

Mastering Property Deals and Growing Your Network with Jeff Miller

On Episode 18, Brian sits down with Jeff Miller, a seasoned professional who spent nearly 30 years in Corporate America. After more than 25 years in the Banking, Mortgage, and Business Development industries, Jeff took a leap of faith to chase his dream of becoming a full-time entrepreneur. About a decade ago, he discovered his true passion—investing. In this episode, Jeff shares 7 game-changing strategies for finding the right properties and building strong connections with others in the industry. This is one conversation you won’t want to miss!

18. Leads to Deals: James’ Secret to Turning Clicks into Closings!

On episode 18, I interview my good friend, James MacDonald. James MacDonald is a real estate sales and lead conversion expert with 30+ years of experience. He spent over 15 years as a top sales agent with the #1 REMAX Team Worldwide before transitioning to coaching in 2009. Since then, he has led 1,000+ training events across North America, helping 30,000+ agents master lead conversion and boost sales.

 

James reveals how using online leads to compliment your database will increase your business and making the right offer is key in converting prospects to appointments!

17.The Importance of Lead Generation with Danny Griffin

On episode 17, Willie and Danny dive into the importance of lead generation and how it's instrumental in your business. Danny shares the importance of understanding your client's needs and wants, to better serve them. 

Danny is the Founder & CEO of Griffin Realty Group, a residential real estate brokerage in Boston and Cape Cod, Massachusetts. He was an experienced investor and commercial developer before becoming a licensed real estate agent in 1999 for Realty Executives, where he became the #7 agent worldwide and then went on to found Danny Griffin Real Estate, now known as The Griffin Realty Group | The Griffin. Danny is also a coach and trainer for his coaching program, The Realty Classroom, where he teaches top-producing agents on how to systemize their business.

Danny’s system for selling properties quickly during the Great Recession landed him an 8-episode TV  (along with his brother John) of A&E’s 60 Seconds To Sell, which featured his unique approach to selling residential homes during the recession. Danny realized that the highest calling in life is to serve others. This philosophy permeates through all of his personal and business activities.

 

 

16. From Corporate America to Entrepreneur with Jeff Miller

On episode 16, I interview Jeff Miller who spent the last 29 years in Corporate America. Jeff recently took a leap of faith and left his job to pursue his dream as a full-time entrepreneur! Jeff has spent over 25 years in the Banking, Mortgage and Business Development Industry but finally found his passion about a decade ago as an Investor.  Jeff reveals the steps he took to make this a reality and how he is using his passion for investing to grow his portfolio and establish a network among business owners. You don't want to miss this! 

15. Top 10 Timeless Strategies for Building Your Business by Referral with Dawn McCurdy!

Dawn has over 35 years of experience in the real estate industry and has been a broker/owner since 2004, when she decided to open up her own brokerage. Dawn’s unwavering dedication to her clients, commitment to helping others and her passion for ongoing learning truly sets her apart from the rest.

Dawn will be sharing her Top 10 Principals to having an everlasting, successful career of repeat and referral business. In fact, 90% of Dawn’s business comes from past clients and referrals.