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Empire Building

Keller Podcast Network

It’s no secret that business owners face a unique set of challenges, often juggling marriage, parenthood, and career aspirations. Empire Building brings together five influential women who are unapologetic in their goals to build big businesses and live big lives. Another common goal? Helping others do the same.Tune in for authentic, unfiltered conversations with Wendy Papasan, Seychelle Van Poole, Sarah Reynolds, Kymber Lovett-Menkiti, and Tiffany Fykes, as they invite you to be a part of their

business careers

All Episodes

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276. Navigating a Slower Market (Part 2): The Truth...

Empire Building ·

2025/06/16

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’t out-market a bad price. We’re sharing hard-earned lessons from our own experiences, including the conversations that still stick with us, and the data-driven steps we use to guide clients through price adjustments.We walk through exactly how we handle these conversations with compassion, the pitfalls of “paper cut” price reductions, and why the right move

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31:25

275. Navigating a Slower Market (Part 1): What...

Empire Building ·

2025/06/09

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 inventory rising and prices softening, they’re not just watching—they’re expecting more. But that doesn’t mean your leadership slows down. In fact, now’s the time to step it up.In this first episode of our two-part series, we’re diving into the tactical moves every real estate professional (or service-based business owner) needs to make to thrive when the market

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28:54

274. Leading with Legacy: What Will Your Empire Say...

Empire Building ·

2025/06/02

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 means to lead with it, build with it, and live into it every single day. It’s easy to focus on short-term wins and flashy growth, but true empire builders know the power of thinking long-term. That’s what legacy is all about: the impact you make, the values you uphold, and the culture you leave behind.We’ll walk you through our four-part framework—Vision,

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30:24

273. Great Leaders Sell Differently: 7 High-Impact...

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2025/05/26

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 communicate with clarity, empathy, and intention.In this episode, we’re sharing the seven high-impact communication skills that top producers use to connect faster, influence better, and close more confidently. Whether you're selling a product, an idea, or simply trying to get buy-in from your team, these are the tools that will take your conversations to

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43:17

272. Building a $400M Real Estate Portfolio While...

Empire Building ·

2025/05/19

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 growing up in poverty to training as a psychiatrist at the Mayo Clinic to building a $400 million real estate portfolio—while raising five young kids—Elaine is living proof that you don’t have to choose between big business and a big life.We dive into how she and her husband, Nick, built a family-first private equity firm that’s shaking up the industry

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31:46

271. Why Tough Conversations Make You a Stronger Leader

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2025/05/12

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 silence doesn’t solve problems; it feeds them. In today’s episode, we’re diving into one of the most important (and uncomfortable) skills in leadership: having tough conversations.We are pulling back the curtain on the real work it takes to lean into hard talks—with your team, your clients, even your family. From owning your part in a conflict to setting the

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26:11

270. How to Lead Men Effectively—with Empathy and...

Empire Building ·

2025/05/05

Sometimes leadership advice doesn’t go far enough into the real-life dynamics we face—especially as female leaders building diverse teams. That’s why in today’s episode, we’re diving into a conversation you don’t hear often: how to lead, coach, and collaborate with the men in your empire.We are talking from experience—real stories, real lessons. From literal interpretation of instructions to the value of clarity, we explore what it actually looks like to manage men effectively without abandoning the

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31:39

269. Topgrade Your Life

Empire Building ·

2025/04/28

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 talking about topgrading—what it means, how it shows up in your life, and why it’s such a powerful mindset shift for empire builders.We often hear the term “topgrading” in the context of people or talent, but today we’re expanding that definition. What if topgrading also meant rethinking your habits, upgrading your systems, and surrounding yourself with the people

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27:07

268. Know Your Money Story

Empire Building ·

2025/04/21

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 we think, feel, and lead today. In this episode, Seychelle and Sarah open up about their personal money stories—and how those stories have influenced their financial habits, leadership styles, and sense of security.We dive into why every leader needs to understand not just their own relationship with money, but also the money stories of their people

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38:15

267. Unlocking Jason Abrams

Empire Building ·

2025/04/14

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 flipping the script with Jason Abrams—host of the Millionaire Real Estate Agent Podcast, real estate titan, and someone we’ve admired for a long time. He’s usually the one asking the questions, but today, Jason let us in on his story, his wisdom, and the deeply personal lessons he’s carrying into the next chapter of his life.From being a self-proclaimed academic

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266. SPECIAL: Live Coaching Session with Sarah & Tiffany

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2025/04/07

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 being bold enough to share it. In this very special first-of-its-kind episode, Tiffany invited Sarah to coach her live on the show about a challenge she’s been struggling with for five years: how to attract the right leadership to her team.You’ll hear us dig into the root of what’s been holding Tiffany back, and why so many women in business struggle to

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21:03

265. Use Emotional Intelligence to Make More Sales

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2025/03/31

What if I told you your emotional intelligence could be your biggest sales superpower? In this episode, we’re diving into exactly that. Emotional intelligence—or EQ—isn’t just about understanding others. It’s about using that understanding to make more sales, build stronger relationships, and grow a bigger, more sustainable empire.We’re breaking down three key ways EQ shows up in sales: reading the room and understanding your clients, regulating your own emotions in high-stakes moments, and using

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28:48

264. Building a Business That Supports Your Life with...

Empire Building ·

2025/03/27

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 our conversation with Anna Krueger, diving into how she strategically designed a career that gives her both financial success and the freedom to live on her terms. After years of navigating personal challenges—including being a full-time caretaker for her mother—Anna knew she needed a role that not only leveraged her natural talents but also provided

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31:21

263. Building a Business That Supports Your Life with...

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2025/03/24

What happens when life takes an unexpected turn and forces you to reinvent yourself? Anna Krueger knows firsthand how to pivot, persevere, and turn life’s challenges into a career of impact. From starting as a high school teacher in Baltimore to unexpectedly landing in sales—a field she swore she’d never touch—Anna’s journey is proof that sometimes the best opportunities come from the most unlikely places. When she discovered a passion for training and coaching, she didn’t wait for permission; she

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31:57

262. The 10-Step Playbook for Scaling Multiple...

Empire Building ·

2025/03/17

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 it into a thriving empire? If that’s where you are, today’s episode is for you.We’re breaking down the 10 steps to building and scaling multiple businesses—the simple (but not easy) way. From understanding your strengths as a leader to creating systems that run without you, we’ll walk you through how to structure, scale, and sustain multiple ventures without losing

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28:00

261. The 5 Dysfunctions of a Team—And How to Overcome...

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2025/03/10

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 is, there’s a fix. In this episode, we dive into The Five Dysfunctions of a Team by Patrick Lencioni and break down what’s holding your team back—and how to turn things around.From trust issues to lack of accountability, we’re tackling the most common challenges that make teams ineffective. We’ll share real-world examples from our own experiences,

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35:38

260. How to Get One Day a Week Back

Empire Building ·

2025/03/03

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 space for what truly matters—both in business and life.We’re sharing a powerful time-audit exercise to uncover where your time really goes, plus practical strategies like setting meeting limits, color coding your calendar, and learning the magic of saying "no." And here’s the game-changer—plan your playtime first, then work. Because your best

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38:55

259. Building a Hot Pink Empire: Ryan Major on...

Empire Building ·

2025/02/24

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, Wendy Papazan sits down with Ryan to dive into her journey from growing up on a horse farm in Fredericksburg to building a real estate empire in Lindale, Texas.Ryan’s story is one of resilience and reinvention. She shares how the lessons she learned from showing horses—grit, perseverance, and a thick skin from being constantly judged—prepared her for the

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31:59

258. Proven Formula for Growth

Empire Building ·

2025/02/17

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 stall, when you start to wonder if you’re still the right leader for the job? We’ve been there. And we know how discouraging it can be.In today’s episode, we dive into the realities of stagnation and what to do when it feels like your empire isn’t growing. We’ll unpack the four P’s of growth—the formula that helped us move forward when we felt

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29:15

257. Are Women Getting the Wrong Money Messages?

Empire Building ·

2025/02/10

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 biases baked into financial advice. From AI-generated suggestions to the ways society raises boys and girls differently, it’s clear that women are often encouraged to play it safe while men are told to take risks, invest boldly, and build empires.We believe it’s time to rewrite those narratives. Building wealth as women requires more than saving and

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