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Corr Values: Real Estate I Real Life
Corr Values: Real Estate I Real Life
Author: Amy Corr
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Hosted by Amy Corr, Chief Brokerage Officer for @properties Christie’s International Real Estate, Corr Values is a podcast about real estate and real life. Through candid conversations with industry leaders and entrepreneurs, Amy uncovers the stories, strategies, and values that fuel real success. From being the CEO of your own business to figuring out how to show up for your people – she covers it all.
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As Chief Economist at the National Association of Realtors, Dr. Lawrence Yun is one of the most recognized voices in real estate. In this episode of Corr Values, he joins Amy Corr to share what’s shaping his outlook for 2026, the trends and policies he’s watching closely, and how agents can translate complex data into real client conversations. In this episode: Why he describes 2026 as “the year of recovery”What might unlock more inventory in the months aheadWhat the K-shaped economy me...
Amy Corr sits down with Chicago-based interior designer Amy Kartheiser to explore her path to entrepreneurship and what it takes to scale a creative business. They dive into 2026 interior trends, high-impact design upgrades, and the business mindset behind her success. In this episode: Amy’s journey from engineering to entrepreneurship2026 design trends: what’s in and what’s outWhat home projects to prioritize How agents and designers can collaborate to elevate the client experienceThe ...
Whether you’re a seasoned agent or new to the business, it’s never too early to start thinking about succession planning. In this episode of Corr Values, Amy Corr is joined by Tricia Riberto, VP of Brokerage Services for @properties Christie’s International Real Estate in the western suburbs, to break down what succession planning looks like in real estate — and why it’s not the same as retirement. In this episode: What succession planning really means for agentsHow to know if it’s the right ...
From flipping houses in college to managing hundreds of agents, Paul Blackburn has worn many hats in his 20-year real estate career. Now as EVP of Culture & Agent Development for @properties Christie’s International Real Estate, he’s driving new coaching and training initiatives to help agents level up in 2026 and beyond. In this episode of Corr Values, Amy Corr sits down with Paul to talk about why 2026 could be a new era for real estate — and how to take advantage of it. In...
Forget the resolutions that fizzle out by February. This episode of Corr Values is about the discipline, grit, and mindset it takes to build something that lasts. Amy Corr is joined by Eric Smoot Hemphill — co-owner of Redefined Fitness — for a candid conversation about resilience, entrepreneurship, and leadership. From growing a successful business over the past two decades to battling stage 4 cancer, Eric shares the lessons that have shaped his journey both personally and professionally. &n...
As 2025 comes to a close, we’re revisiting some of the most memorable moments from season 1 of Corr Values. Stick around for a special edition of Rapid Fire, where a surprise guest puts Amy in the hot seat. In this episode: Reflecting on @properties’ 25th anniversary Industry news that made headlines this year Thad Wong on why Zillow’s new listing policy is damaging to innovation and competition Gavin Swartzman on the single most important quality in any relationshi...
As a Ninja Selling partner and leadership instructor, Don Tennessen is a firm believer that success in real estate isn’t about selling — it’s about building relationships. In this episode of Corr Values, Don joins Amy Corr to talk about authentic ways agents can grow their pipeline during the holidays, how to set goals that actually stick, and how to hit the ground running in 2026. In this episode: What makes Ninja Selling different from other agent training programs How to ...
The fourth quarter is when many real estate agents clock out. By the time the holidays roll around, we’re tired — and motivation starts to dip. In this episode of Corr Values, Amy Corr sits down with master-certified coach Angie Wisdom to talk about the mindset shifts that will help you reset, refocus, and finish the year strong. In this episode: The truth about burnout — and how to avoid it One word that can instantly shift your energy A quick exercise to build your co...
Now more than ever, a real estate agent’s role as an advisor goes far beyond the transaction itself. In this episode of Corr Values, Amy Corr sits down with OriginPoint loan officers Mike Nielsen and Val King to explore how agents can turn refinancing conversations into meaningful client touchpoints, provide long-term value, and grow their business through trusted lender partnerships. In this episode: How buyers have adapted to the rule changes around broker compensation A ge...
As an empowerment and success coach and a two-time TEDx speaker, Melanie Klein has helped countless entrepreneurs unlock their full potential. In this episode, she joins Amy Corr to share how agents can stay resilient in a challenging market, move past the comparison trap, and create harmony between business and life outside of work. In this episode: The traits that make someone truly coachable A routine to start and end each day with clarity and intention Why “work-life...
Christie’s International Real Estate President Gavin Swartzman has been lauded as one of the most influential leaders in our industry. In this episode, Gavin joins Amy Corr to talk about the biggest opportunities for agents right now, the single most important quality in every relationship, and the road that led him from South Africa to where he is today. In This Episode: Why trust is “the ultimate form of capital” What sets Christie’s International Real Estate apart in the l...
Between all the housing data at our fingertips and the conflicting headlines in the media, it’s easy for agents and consumers to feel overwhelmed. In this episode of Corr Values, Compass Chief Economist Mike Simonsen joins Amy Corr to break down the metrics agents should be tracking, how to use them in client conversations, and where the market is headed next year. In This Episode: Why the national story on home prices and transactions is about to change Why agents should be ...
There’s a lot of buzz around AI, and Lantern CEO Jim Olson is right in the middle of it. In this episode of Corr Values, Amy Corr sits down with Jim to talk about how real estate agents should be thinking about AI, ways to use it more effectively, and how to stay relevant as the technology keeps evolving. In this episode: Simple ways AI can create more efficiency for real estate agents What the “85/15” rule says about how agents should spend their time How to use AI ...
From marketing majors to top producers, Bari Levine Bruszer and Elena Theodoros-Tamillo dove into real estate straight out of college. Today, they’re the dynamic duo behind Refine Residential, one of the top real estate teams in Chicago. In this episode of Corr Values, they get real about what it takes to grow a successful team and stay ahead in a fast-changing industry – all while raising kids. In this episode: How to approach conversations with clients who feel apprehensive abou...
When Tom Downing started his real estate business in Chicago, he had just two people in his database. A year later, he was an award-winning, top-producing agent. His secret? A playbook honed from his experience as a business management consultant for Fortune 500 companies like Disney and AT&T. Now, as EVP of Brokerage Services for @properties Christie’s International Real Estate, Tom joins Amy Corr to share the habits that drive results, the distractions to avoid, and the mindset n...
Kirsten Jordan was the first female broker on Million Dollar Listing New York, but her story goes way deeper than what played out on Bravo. In this episode of Corr Values, Kirsten joins Amy Corr to talk about the reality of running a thriving business in one of the world’s most competitive real estate markets. In this episode: What really goes on behind the scenes of Million Dollar Listing What Kirsten learned from filming with series veterans Ryan Serhant, Fredrik Eklund and...
When we focus on giving, we often receive even more in return. Just ask Lisa Foster and Greg Desmond, two successful brokers at the helm of @gives back—@properties Christie’s International Real Estate’s nonprofit foundation. In this episode, they join Amy Corr to talk about how giving back feeds the soul, fuels professional growth, and makes a life-changing impact on our communities. In this episode: How philanthropy drives both personal and professional growth ...
What happens when a Tony Award-winning producer steps into the world of real estate? You get Tyler Mount—brand strategist and creative force behind some of the biggest names in our industry. In this episode of Corr Values, Amy Corr sits down with Tyler to unpack how agents can build a brand that takes center stage. In this episode: Why your personal brand is your most valuable asset The biggest mistakes agents make on social media How to get out of your own way and star...
In the premiere episode of Corr Values, Amy Corr sits down with @properties Christie’s International Real Estate co-CEOs Mike Golden and Thad Wong for a candid conversation about leadership, growth, and the future of real estate. You’ll hear how Mike and Thad built one of the country’s top brokerages, why Zillow’s new listing policy is damaging to the industry, and what agents must do to survive over the next five years and beyond. In this episode: The secret to longevity in...
Hosted by Amy Corr, Chief Brokerage Officer for @properties Christie’s International Real Estate, Corr Values is a podcast about real estate — and real life. Through candid conversations with industry leaders and entrepreneurs, Amy uncovers the stories, strategies, and values behind real success. From being the CEO of your own business to showing up for your people every day — she covers it all. ✨ New episodes every two weeks. Listen, share, and show up for your business — and your life. You...






















