Mind Your REAL ESTATE Business
A Podcast For Real Estate Professionals
This podcast cuts through the noise to help realtors build smarter, more strategic businesses, without falling for empty promises or overpriced gimmicks.
We take a hard look at the myths surrounding Realtor Coaching and unpack why so many agents believe success can be bought, when in reality, it comes down to mindset, solid systems, and smart strategy.
Expect candid conversations that expose what’s broken in the Real Estate Coaching industry – where selling high-ticket programs often takes priority over actually helping agents grow.
Whether you’re just starting out or have years under your belt, this is where we get real about what coaching should be, and redefine what real growth looks like in real estate.
This podcast cuts through the noise to help realtors build smarter, more strategic businesses, without falling for empty promises or overpriced gimmicks.
We take a hard look at the myths surrounding Realtor Coaching and unpack why so many agents believe success can be bought, when in reality, it comes down to mindset, solid systems, and smart strategy.
Expect candid conversations that expose what’s broken in the Real Estate Coaching industry – where selling high-ticket programs often takes priority over actually helping agents grow.
Whether you’re just starting out or have years under your belt, this is where we get real about what coaching should be, and redefine what real growth looks like in real estate.
Individual Episodes, Show Notes & Transcripts

Episode 8: REAL ESTATE Empire Built from ZERO| David Ferris
Is the “old school” real estate grind actually the new competitive edge? Chris Cook sits down with his business partner David Ferris to unpack the practical, high-converting strategies that helped David build a thriving real estate business—from nearly zero to authority status. Ditching expensive online leads and embracing traditional, budget-friendly

Episode 7: Marketing Smarts for Realtors
What if the reason your marketing isn’t working… is because you skipped the plan? Chris Cook sits down with marketing strategist Jen Aprile Cunningham to unpack the marketing missteps real estate agents make—and how to fix them. With over 15 years of experience, Jen brings clarity to a chaotic topic,

Episode 6: Scaling for Success | Ken McLachlan
What if the key to success isn’t hustle, but clarity, care, and the courage to let go? Chris Cook sits down with real estate powerhouse Ken McLachlan, CEO of RE/MAX Hallmark—the largest RE/MAX brokerage in the world. With over 40 years of experience, Ken shares a refreshing take on leadership,

Episode 5: The SECRET to Scaling a 100-Deal Real Estate Business
Is your real estate business running you — or are you running it? Chris Cook sits down with Niketa Bissessar, the powerhouse operations leader behind the high-performing Michelle Fraser Team. They dive deep into how the right systems — and more importantly, the right people — can turn chaos into

Episode 4: TAX FREE Wealth Strategies for Real Estate Agents
What if you could legally redirect your tax dollars to your family or your favorite charity—without breaking the bank or bending the rules? Chris Cook sits down with financial strategist Peter Lount to break down the essentials of tax-smart wealth protection for real estate professionals. From transitioning corporate wealth into

Episode 3: How to Become a Proactive Realtor
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.

Episode 2: Sign Slappin’ to Real Estate Kingpin
What’s the secret to thriving in tough markets while others struggle to survive? Chris Cook sits down with realtor Patrick Gillis to explore the power of goal setting, consistency, and genuine relationships in building a thriving real estate career — even in difficult markets. Patrick candidly shares his journey from

Episode 1: MASTERING Your Mental Performance for Business Success
Ready to unlock the secret sauce of high performance in business and sport? Chris Cook connects with longtime friend and former sports psychologist Dr. Colin Guthrie for an incredibly insightful conversation about what it really takes to perform under pressure — in Olympic sailing and real estate alike. They dive

Episode 8: REAL ESTATE Empire Built from ZERO| David Ferris
Is the “old school” real estate grind actually the new competitive edge? Chris Cook sits down with his business partner David Ferris to unpack the practical, high-converting strategies that helped David build a thriving real estate business—from nearly zero to authority status. Ditching expensive online leads and embracing traditional, budget-friendly

Episode 7: Marketing Smarts for Realtors
What if the reason your marketing isn’t working… is because you skipped the plan? Chris Cook sits down with marketing strategist Jen Aprile Cunningham to unpack the marketing missteps real estate agents make—and how to fix them. With over 15 years of experience, Jen brings clarity to a chaotic topic,

Episode 6: Scaling for Success | Ken McLachlan
What if the key to success isn’t hustle, but clarity, care, and the courage to let go? Chris Cook sits down with real estate powerhouse Ken McLachlan, CEO of RE/MAX Hallmark—the largest RE/MAX brokerage in the world. With over 40 years of experience, Ken shares a refreshing take on leadership,

Episode 5: The SECRET to Scaling a 100-Deal Real Estate Business
Is your real estate business running you — or are you running it? Chris Cook sits down with Niketa Bissessar, the powerhouse operations leader behind the high-performing Michelle Fraser Team. They dive deep into how the right systems — and more importantly, the right people — can turn chaos into

Episode 4: TAX FREE Wealth Strategies for Real Estate Agents
What if you could legally redirect your tax dollars to your family or your favorite charity—without breaking the bank or bending the rules? Chris Cook sits down with financial strategist Peter Lount to break down the essentials of tax-smart wealth protection for real estate professionals. From transitioning corporate wealth into

Episode 3: How to Become a Proactive Realtor
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.

Episode 2: Sign Slappin’ to Real Estate Kingpin
What’s the secret to thriving in tough markets while others struggle to survive? Chris Cook sits down with realtor Patrick Gillis to explore the power of goal setting, consistency, and genuine relationships in building a thriving real estate career — even in difficult markets. Patrick candidly shares his journey from

Episode 1: MASTERING Your Mental Performance for Business Success
Ready to unlock the secret sauce of high performance in business and sport? Chris Cook connects with longtime friend and former sports psychologist Dr. Colin Guthrie for an incredibly insightful conversation about what it really takes to perform under pressure — in Olympic sailing and real estate alike. They dive