Real Producers Podcast

Where titans of real estate tell their story

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To be the best, you have to learn from the best.

Real Producers Podcast shares the obstacles, lessons, and true stories of real estate greats.

Hear from different real estate leaders every episode.

An extension of Real Producers magazine, we have the ear — and trust — of chart-topping agents nationwide.

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Ready to get motivated, be inspired, and take action? Tune into Real Producers Podcast for advice that’ll take you to the next level. Hear raw conversations with real estate GOATs as they share about the adversity they’ve faced and how they came to dominate their industry. Who knows — maybe you’ll join the top 1% in your office, your market, or even the country. Real Producers Podcast is for the cream of the crop, and for those who wish to join them. 

We think distractions are about social media or technology. But what if the real distraction is something much closer, your refusal to do the work that feels boring? Why do we chase shiny new strategies instead of mastering the simple things that actually move the needle? In this clip, you’ll learn why elite performers win by embracing the mundane, and how boredom might just be your biggest breakthrough. Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/WWfZZnt_FY0 0:42
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The Hidden Enemy of Growth

To learn more about the podcast or give feedback and suggest a guest, go to https://podcast.realproducersmag.com/ Start a Real Producers Magazine in YOUR Market! Learn more about franchise opportunities at realproducersmag.com ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Everyone says the key to success is to keep moving forward: innovate, adapt, stay “ahead of the curve.” But what if the real edge in business isn’t pushing forward at all? What if the future actually belongs to the people who slow down, look backward, and go deeper instead of wider? We live in a culture obsessed with scale and shortcuts. The next strategy, the next AI tool, and the next secret hack. Yet the people who consistently rise to the top all share a different obsession: repetition. They return to the same core fundamentals over and over again until mastery turns into momentum. While most get distracted by trends, they build empires by doing the boring things no one else has the patience for. What separates exceptional business owners from everyone else? How do you get the edge in business? In this episode, we’re joined by one of the most sought-after performance coaches in real estate and leadership, Jon Cheplak. We talk about why most business problems are really personal ones, why mindset outweighs strategy 99 to 1, and why mastering the mundane may be the most rebellious act in a world addicted to novelty. Things You’ll Learn In This Episode -The myth of innovation Everyone’s obsessed with what’s next. But what if the real secret to scaling isn’t adding something new, it’s going back to what already works? -Discipline over motivation Motivation fades, but discipline compounds. How do top performers stay consistent when the work gets boring? -Mastery of the mundane Elite operators don’t chase dopamine; they chase depth. Why is the ability to “embrace the boring” the true mark of greatness? -The personal problem behind every business problem When your health, mindset, or relationships falter, your business will too. What if success is simply who you are being magnified? Guest Bio Jon Cheplak is one of the most sought-after real estate leadership and productivity coaches and consultants on the planet. He is the creator of a system and process that speeds up growth and increases profits through the attraction, development, and retention of productive agents, and over the years, adding BILLIONS in sales volumes to real estate teams and companies throughout the world. Jon brings over 27 years of practical, applied real estate experience as a successful agent and an executive who led a multi-office, tri-state real estate company. He has spent the last 12 years as a speaker, coach, and strategic leadership consultant working with presidents, ceo’s, managers, and agents throughout the United States, Canada, and Europe, focused on operating a highly successful real estate business. To learn more, visit https://cheplaklive.com/ or follow @cheplaklive. About Your Host Remington Ramsey is a speaker, author, entrepreneur, and visionary in the world of real estate. As the creator of "Real Producers", a widely acclaimed magazine connecting top agents and industry leaders, Remington has built an impressive platform dedicated to celebrating and elevating the real estate community. Remington is also the author of Agent Allies: Building Your Business With Strategic Real Estate Partnerships. With a passion for motivating and mentoring, he’s shared stages with some of the biggest names in business, helping professionals break through barriers and reach new heights. When he’s not busy being a real estate guru, Remington is known for his contagious energy, practical wisdom, and a good dose of humor—because let’s face it, navigating life and business requires both grit and a sense of humor. With multiple successful ventures under his belt and a reputation for engaging storytelling, he has the rare ability to make even the driest industry stats sound exciting. Follow the show on our website, Apple Podcasts or Spotify so you don't miss a single inspiring episode! Start a Real Producers Magazine in YOUR Market! Learn more about franchise opportunities at realproducersmag.com 28:38
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The Most Successful Agents Aren’t Innovating, They’re Repeating

What makes Real Producers different from other industry publications? What do we want to achieve? In this clip, I share my vision for the Real Producers brand. Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/73cVkZrZJOI 0:44
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The Future of Real Producers

To learn more about the podcast or give feedback and suggest a guest, go to https://podcast.realproducersmag.com/. Start a Real Producers Magazine in YOUR Market! Learn more about franchise opportunities at realproducersmag.com ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- In real estate, most people talk about competition: who’s selling more, who’s winning listings, who’s dominating their market. But the real magic happens when the best of the best come together to learn, collaborate, and push the entire industry forward. That was the spirit behind RP Elevate, our first-ever national conference. What makes this event different from other conferences is the people in the room. Every attendee is a top producer, a top 500 agent in their market, someone who doesn’t just take notes but takes action. And as Real Producers continues to expand into 150 markets across the country, that DNA stays the same, uniting the agents who are already leading their markets and giving them a place to grow together. In this episode, agent, coach, entrepreneur, and founder of Gold Bar Staffing, Juan Carlos Barreneche, returns, and we talk about insights and takeaways from RP Elevate. Things You’ll Learn In This Episode -The power of systems Systems aren’t about control, they’re about freedom. How do elite agents use systems to build businesses they can sell, not just survive in? -Implementation over inspiration Why do most agents leave conferences motivated but unchanged, and what makes the Real Producers audience different? -From magazine to movement Real Producers started as a local idea and now spans 150 markets. How did one partnership turn a dream into a national force? -Hope as a brand strategy While others preach doom and disruption, Real Producers lead with optimism. Can hope be the new differentiator in real estate media? Guest Bio Juan Carlos Barreneche is a renowned real estate coach and dynamic public speaker with a distinguished history of transforming real estate businesses. Leveraging the strategies of the nation's top real estate agents, Juan Carlos built and led a high-performing team to over 7 figures in annual production by the age of 27. His expertise in creating scalable systems and empowering teams makes him an invaluable resource for real estate professionals aspiring to elevate their careers and build sustainable businesses. Visit goldbarstaffing.com or follow @juangoldbar. About Your Host Remington Ramsey is a speaker, author, entrepreneur, and visionary in the world of real estate. As the creator of "Real Producers", a widely acclaimed magazine connecting top agents and industry leaders, Remington has built an impressive platform dedicated to celebrating and elevating the real estate community. Remington is also the author of Agent Allies: Building Your Business With Strategic Real Estate Partnerships. With a passion for motivating and mentoring, he’s shared stages with some of the biggest names in business, helping professionals break through barriers and reach new heights. When he’s not busy being a real estate guru, Remington is known for his contagious energy, practical wisdom, and a good dose of humor—because let’s face it, navigating life and business requires both grit and a sense of humor. With multiple successful ventures under his belt and a reputation for engaging storytelling, he has the rare ability to make even the driest industry stats sound exciting. Follow the show on our website, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify so you don't miss a single inspiring episode! Start a Real Producers Magazine in YOUR Market! Learn more about franchise opportunities at realproducersmag.com 6:31
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RP Elevate 2025: Lessons from the Top Agents in the Country

In real estate, you can either complain about change or embrace it. What happens when you choose to resist change? How do agents who adapt end up making more money? In this clip, you’ll learn how to deal with change so it becomes your biggest advantage in business. Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/1-_cL4y1nJA 0:39
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Two Ways to Deal With Change in Real Estate

To learn more about the podcast or give feedback and suggest a guest, go to https://podcast.realproducersmag.com/ Start a Real Producers Magazine in YOUR Market! Learn more about franchise opportunities at realproducersmag.com ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Most agents stumble into real estate thinking it’s all about sales skills, marketing tricks, or having the right connections. The truth is: some of the most successful agents come from industries that outsiders would never expect. Places where hustle, resilience, and people skills are forged under pressure. Industries like restaurant and bar sales. That’s the hidden advantage: agents who cut their teeth in high-pressure, people-driven industries often have the exact skill set real estate rewards. They know how to work long hours, how to read personalities on the fly, and how to stay calm when money is on the line. And when they pair that grit with smart systems, the results scale fast. And sometimes, what doesn’t fit in one industry becomes the superpower in another. In bars and restaurants, being a morning person is almost a handicap. You’re out of sync with the job. But in real estate, it’s the opposite. Being a morning person is a huge advantage. How did Danielle Dowell go from bar sales and launches to $1 billion in real estate sales? What’s her mentality on real estate disruptors? In this episode, the top Chicago real estate agent and the founder of The DoWell Group shares her story and the key to her real estate success. Things You’ll Learn In This Episode -Why tough markets create lasting success Danielle entered real estate in 2008, when deals took 80+ showings and months without offers. How did starting in the hardest market give her a permanent edge? -Culture over commissions Most team leaders obsess over splits and numbers. Why does Danielle insist that personality fit and culture matter more than production? -The underrated value of “assistant years” Danielle won’t hire brand-new agents, but assistants on her team often outperform solo agents with a decade of experience. What does this reveal about deal flow and learning curves? -Legacy beyond sales After crossing $1B in career volume, Danielle isn’t chasing the next number; she’s creating a foundation to help kids see the role models who could change their lives. How does giving back become a new measure of success? Guest Bio Danielle Dowell is a top Chicago real estate agent and the founder of The DoWell Group. Danielle provides her clients with a firsthand, thorough education of the city and its many neighborhoods. Her firm knowledge of the Chicago market, coupled with years of experience in real estate negotiation, makes her an invaluable asset to her clientele. Known for her around-the-clock work ethic and quick response time, Danielle has expanded her business by developing relationships with the best in the business and involving herself in every step of the process. Whether buying or selling, Danielle is a strong believer in the importance of well-executed marketing. As a broker at Berkshire Hathaway Home Services, Danielle and her group have access to the best resources in the city, both internally and externally. She utilizes these resources to build unique, interest-generating platforms for every property. Follow @ms.danielledowell or @TheDoWellGroup on Instagram. About Your Host Remington Ramsey is a speaker, author, entrepreneur, and visionary in the world of real estate. As the creator of "Real Producers", a widely acclaimed magazine connecting top agents and industry leaders, Remington has built an impressive platform dedicated to celebrating and elevating the real estate community. Remington is also the author of Agent Allies: Building Your Business With Strategic Real Estate Partnerships. With a passion for motivating and mentoring, he’s shared stages with some of the biggest names in business, helping professionals break through barriers and reach new heights. When he’s not busy being a real estate guru, Remington is known for his contagious energy, practical wisdom, and a good dose of humor—because let’s face it, navigating life and business requires both grit and a sense of humor. With multiple successful ventures under his belt and a reputation for engaging storytelling, he has the rare ability to make even the driest industry stats sound exciting. Book Mentioned “The Molecule of More” by Daniel Z. Lieberman and Michael E. Long. Follow the show on our website, Apple Podcasts or Spotify so you don't miss a single inspiring episode! Start a Real Producers Magazine in YOUR Market! Learn more about franchise opportunities at realproducersmag.com 30:01
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From Bar Sales to Real Estate: The Unexpected Secret to Success

Meet the Host

Real Producers Podcast is hosted by Remington Ramsey, creator of the Real Producers brand that reaches more than 120 markets nationwide. He is a real estate investor as well as an avid reader and writer. Remington calls Indianapolis home and enjoys life on the lake surrounded by his wife and their three girls.

Past Real Producers Podcast Guests

Molly Bloom
Rory Vaden
Tom Ferry
Nick Krem
Frank Rolfe
Jenny Wemert
Soomin Kim
Erin Krueger
Greg Reid
Keith James
Isabelle Guarino
Bobby Wright