Is your real estate hustle quietly burning you out?
In Episode 3 of Mind Your Real Estate Business, host Chris Cook welcomes realtor Simmi Minhas for a raw, honest conversation about what happens when ambition becomes overwhelming. In this eye-opening discussion, Simmi shares her personal journey through the highs of achievement and the lows of burnout – and how she’s now learning to reclaim her life without sacrificing her business goals.
Simmi opens up about how her early years in real estate were marked by relentless hustle. Starting in 2018, she built her business through cold leads, online ads, and sheer determination. But by 2022, the effort had taken its toll. Burnt out and exhausted, she took a step back, only to find herself falling into the same reactive patterns again when she ramped back up in 2024 – this time while trying to balance personal priorities like fitness and social life.
Chris and Simmi dive into why being reactive – letting clients, calls, and crises dictate your schedule – is unsustainable. Chris points out that loved ones often pay the price when work consumes your every moment. Instead, he urges agents to shift from reactive to proactive. Anticipating client needs, creating documented systems, and setting clear expectations up front aren’t about cutting corners – they’re about delivering better service and protecting your time and energy.
One of the biggest takeaways is the importance of standard operating procedures (SOPs). Simmi’s diligent preparation before showings, while admirable, became a burden without streamlined processes. Together, they discuss how creating repeatable systems and better client onboarding can ease this load while maintaining her high standards.
The conversation also highlights mindset shifts. Chris emphasizes that success isn’t just about production – it’s about balance. He reminds listeners that personal time, health, and relationships are equally important business goals. Simmi shares how investing in herself – through yoga, strength training, and social time – has already made her happier and more grounded.
Manifestation, goal-setting, and self-reflection are also key themes. Simmi discusses how writing down her goals and visualizing her success keeps her motivated, while Chris stresses that visualization must be paired with daily action.
As they wrap up, Chris challenges Simmi (and all of us) to continue this journey of improvement. He plans to bring her back on in three months to share how implementing these strategies has transformed her business and life.
For any agent feeling stuck on the hamster wheel of hustle, this episode is a must-listen. It’s an honest, insightful look at why doing more isn’t always the answer – but doing things smarter absolutely is.
