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Author: Matt Bonelli and Garrett Frey

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Inspiring people to live at the pinnacle of their ability and purpose.
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New episodes every Monday and Thursday.Join us as we explore building thriving real estate businesses without sacrificing what matters most—your life.Let's talk about the activities and tactics that will help you show up consistently, build a business that reflects your values, bring your best energy to the world and your family, and make a positive impact—all while creating abundance, giving you time to pursue what lights you up, and building a rich life you are excited to live. What you put out comes back to you.Got a topic you'd like us to discuss? We are grateful beyond words to be on this journey with you. Here to support you every step of the way. Let's go!
The Engagement Engine is a visual framework that helps you design a business built around your strengths, your energy, and your people.Instead of copying scripts, chasing trends, or forcing yourself into systems you hate, Matt and Garrett break down how to design the right mix of engagement for YOU—one that creates momentum without burnout.In this episode, they cover how to:Identify which engagement activities actually move your business forwardBalance scalable outreach with high-impact personal connectionSet clear standards instead of vague goalsBuild consistent momentum without burning yourself outWhether it’s email, texts, phone calls, events, or face-to-face conversations, this episode shows how each form of engagement plays a role—and how to combine them into a system that actually works.👉 Find a copy of the Engagement Engine here. 👉 Explore the Business Planning GPS Workshop at https://tenten.co/gps This episode is about building a business that runs smoothly, not one that constantly feels like it’s misfiring.Real estate agents, mortgage brokers, and service professionals—this episode will help you design a smarter, more sustainable way to grow.
Is your calendar working for you—or against you? In this episode of Life at Ten Tenths, Garrett and Matt dig into one of the biggest reasons people miss their goals: a broken calendar. If you've ever said "I know what I need to do, I just didn't get to it," this one's for you.We're talking about why so many of us avoid putting things on our calendar (hint: it's about avoiding accountability), how leaving your schedule open invites chaos, and the mindset shift that separates top performers from everyone else.We get into: - Why "it wasn't on my calendar" is actually good news - The real reason you're not showing up for what you scheduled - How Parkinson's Law is stealing your time - What "LA-ction" means and how to eliminate it - How to build a calendar that becomes your business planStop spinning your wheels, this episode will show you how to take ownership of your time and finally get traction.🔗 Ready to build your 2026 business plan? Join our Life at Ten Tenths Business (and Life) Planning at tenten.co/GPS 📲 Download the Life at Ten Tenths app or subscribe on YouTube to join the conversation._________________New episodes every Monday and Thursday.Join us as we explore building thriving real estate businesses without sacrificing what matters most—your life.Let's talk about the activities and tactics that will help you show up consistently, build a business that reflects your values, bring your best energy to the world and your family, and make a positive impact—all while creating abundance, giving you time to pursue what lights you up, and building a rich life you are excited to live.What you put out comes back to you. Got a topic you'd like us to discuss? We are grateful beyond words to be on this journey with you. Here to support you every step of the way. Let's go!
New episodes every Monday and Thursday.Join us as we explore building thriving real estate businesses without sacrificing what matters most—your life.Let's talk about the activities and tactics that will help you show up consistently, build a business that reflects your values, bring your best energy to the world and your family, and make a positive impact—all while creating abundance, giving you time to pursue what lights you up, and building a rich life you are excited to live.What you put out comes back to you. Got a topic you'd like us to discuss? We are grateful beyond words to be on this journey with you. Here to support you every step of the way. Let's go!
New episodes every Monday and Thursday.Join us as we explore building thriving real estate businesses without sacrificing what matters most—your life.Let's talk about the activities and tactics that will help you show up consistently, build a business that reflects your values, bring your best energy to the world and your family, and make a positive impact—all while creating abundance, giving you time to pursue what lights you up, and building a rich life you are excited to live.What you put out comes back to you. Got a topic you'd like us to discuss? We are grateful beyond words to be on this journey with you. Here to support you every step of the way. Let's go!
New episodes every Monday and Thursday. Coaching, community and more: https://tentenths.co________________________________________Why do we create chaos we don’t need? Why, when things are finally calm and working, do we shake the snow globe and send our world swirling again?In this episode, Matt and Garrett break down the subtle ways we introduce unnecessary chaos into our businesses and lives—and how to finally stop the cycle. From switching brokerages, to revamping marketing plans, to adding new systems when the old ones aren’t even being used, this conversation shines a light on the real cost of constant change.We get into the “20% drag” rule, the More–Better–New framework, and the deeper mindset patterns that push us toward reinvention instead of optimization. If you want more clarity, more momentum, and less self-induced turbulence heading into 2026, this episode is your reset moment.In this episode:Why we shake the snow globe even when things are going wellThe hidden drag that comes with every “big change”More–Better–New: the framework that keeps you focusedWhy business planning season sparks unnecessary reinventionWhen a change is wise—and when it’s pure distractionHow to realign your decisions with your mission, vision, and core valuesWhy consistency is the most underrated growth strategyIf you’re ready to quiet the blizzard and build momentum with intention, this is the episode to start with.🎧 Listen now. Keep the snow settled. Grow with clarity.For Business Planning to make your 2026 the best yet - personally and professionally - go to TenTenths.co/GPS.__________________________________________________Join us as we explore building thriving real estate businesses without sacrificing what matters most—your life.Let's talk about the activities and tactics that will help you show up consistently, build a business that reflects your values, bring your best energy to the world and your family, and make a positive impact—all while creating abundance, giving you time to pursue what lights you up, and building a rich life you are excited to live.What you put out comes back to you. Got a topic you'd like us to discuss? We are grateful beyond words to be on this journey with you. Here to support you every step of the way. Let's go!
Why do today's buyers have a harder time committing to a property than in 2021? It is easy to chalk up to "the market" but really, it's the motivation.Garrett and Matt unpack the critical shift every agent needs to understand. You see, COVID-era buyers were escaping pain (survival moves), while today's buyers are chasing a vision (dream moves). This single distinction explains why buyers are more discerning, why deals fall apart mid-transaction, and why the old "let's go write an offer" approach isn't working like it used to.Learn how to slow down, ask better questions, and guide buyers toward clarity—because when buyers are clear, they move fast. Bonus: Matt and Garrett also cover the weekly conversation framework that keeps deals together and creates raving fans.Topics covered: buyer psychology, preventing buyer remorse, customer service calls, navigating the 2024-2025 real estate market, building trust with discerning buyers.
Ever get surprised by a friend you are close to who lists their property with another agent? We promise it's most likely not personal — even though it feels like a gut punch - it's friction!In this episode, Garrett and Matt break down the invisible roadblocks inside your business that push clients toward the “path of least resistance,” even when they genuinely want to work with you.You’ll learn:The four personality types and how each one experiences frictionHow your current onboarding process may be quietly sending people elsewhereWhy “being helpful” isn’t the same as “being easy to work with”How to remove unnecessary hurdles while still staying in controlWhat to do the moment someone mentions real estate (this is GOLD)Practical scripts, mindset shifts, and process upgrades that make you the obvious choiceWhether you’re attracting new clients, nurturing your sphere, or trying to level up referrals, this episode gives you the clarity and strategy to become the agent people naturally move toward — not around.A smoother process. Less resistance. More business.Let’s go.
One of the most powerful practices in life and business: gratitude. Not as a cliché, not as a holiday checkbox—but as a daily ritual that can shift your energy, break old patterns, and bring peace into every part of your world.Today we explore how gratitude creates instant emotional transformation, why it works even on the hardest days, and how it elevates the people around you. You’ll hear real stories from their own routines, the science-backed benefits, and simple ways to deploy gratitude when you’re stressed, stuck, or pulled off center.Whether you’re celebrating today or listening any time of year, this episode is an invitation to reconnect with the small things, the big things, and the people who make your life meaningful.If you're ready for more clarity, more peace, and a deeper sense of purpose—this conversation will take you there.
Agents everywhere are talking about interest rates—but they’re looking in the wrong direction. In this episode, Matt and Garrett explain why life changes are the real force behind buying and selling decisions. Discover how to identify true motivation, stop waiting for “the perfect market,” and focus on the conversations that actually create business. A grounded, practical episode for agents who want to build a stable, life-aligned real estate business.
In today’s real estate landscape, buyers, sellers, and even agents are more confused than ever. Pricing feels unpredictable, micro-markets are shifting, foreclosure conversations are popping up in unexpected places, and most agents are still sending out fluffy marketing that does little to build trust.In this episode, Matt and Garrett break down what it really means to become the trusted advisor your clients depend on—not the reporter of outdated stats, but the source of timely insights, real conversations, and meaningful guidance.You’ll learn:Why confusion is rising for buyers, sellers, and agentsThe hidden market signals you should be watching right nowHow to gather real intel from your lender partners, inspectors, and even foreclosure attorneysWhy relying on fluff content destroys trust (and what to send instead)How to use Market Impact Reports and education-based marketing to stand apart in Why frequency matters—and how to stay top-of-mind without being annoyingThis episode gives you the mindset and tools to elevate your role from “the person who sends postcards” to the professional who helps people make smarter decisions in uncertain times.If you want deeper trust, better conversations, and more referrals—this one’s for you.
AI is everywhere in real estate right now—but not all AI content is helping your business. In fact, some of it is quietly killing trust with your clients.In this episode, Matt and Garrett dive deep into how some real estate agents are unintentionally damaging their brand by using AI shortcuts, generic content, and inauthentic messaging. They get into real examples, personal stories, and practical strategies for using AI without losing the human touch that makes your business valuable.Your business is built on relationships. Don’t let careless AI content break what took years to build.
What if the real path to success starts by choosing your life first — and trusting the business will rise to support it?In this episode, Matt & Garrett sit down with Justin Roethlingshoefer, who walked away from a comfortable tech career to build a life aligned with purpose, energy, and lifestyle. From surfing at sunrise to finding a community that fuels growth, this conversation explores the courage, curiosity, and discipline it takes to design a life you actually want — and then build the business to match it.We talk about:- Choosing lifestyle and fulfillment over titles and safety- Identity shifts when you leave a “successful career” behind- How curiosity, coaching, and repetition accelerate change- Balancing discipline with joy, freedom, and play- The surprising power of environment and community- Why confidence follows action — not the other way aroundThis episode is a reminder: you don’t have to sacrifice your life to build success. When you get aligned, success shows up because of how you live — not in spite of it.
What happens when you stop trying to fit in — and finally start being you?Recorded live in Dallas–Fort Worth with the Dennis Tuttle Team, this conversation blends inspiration with action — from building a business rooted in service to understanding how love, trust, and individuality drive long-term success in real estate and in life.In this episode, Matt and Garrett share powerful takeaways from a live event with Nick Vujicic, diving into lessons on authenticity, purpose, fear, parenting, faith, and what it really means to live at the pinnacle of your ability and purpose.💬 You’ll hear them explore:Why “being you” is the most valuable business strategy you’ll ever useHow money and mission intersect — and why putting purpose first always winsWhat it means to plant seeds of impact in your clients and communityHow to lead with love, gratitude, and unreasonable hospitalityWhy fear fades when you’re aligned with your callingIf you’re a real estate professional, leader, or entrepreneur looking to grow your business without losing yourself in the process, this episode will help you reconnect to your purpose — and show you how to make your goals inevitable by being 100% you.
Sometimes the fastest way to grow your real estate business is to first grow into the person who runs it.Julie Kaminski joins Matt & Garrett for a fantastic conversation about transformation, rewiring habits, and building a thriving real estate business by starting with your mornings. Julie shares her story of letting go and the exact practices that worked for her.This episode dives into the quiet power of intentional routines, the courage to release old identities, and the discipline required to become the version of yourself your goals demand.We explore:Why identity shifts fuel business breakthroughsThe simple morning habits that changed everythingMoving from “proving yourself” to trusting yourselfUsing routine to access calm, confidence, and clarityReleasing ego and building alignment insteadLetting your life set the tone, not your phone or inboxThis isn’t about hustling harder — it’s about becoming the person who succeeds naturally because of how they live, think, and show up.If you're ready for a season of becoming, this conversation will light the path.
Most agents think working from home gives them freedom — but for many, it quietly erodes standards, structure, and momentum.In this episode, Matt & Garrett break down why some agents absolutely thrive with work-at-home environments… and why others slowly drift into distraction, reactivity, and “accidental real estate.” The difference isn’t talent — it’s intention, environment, and discipline.Let's talk about it, and what tweaks make all the difference.We get into:Why having a “work-from-home plan” matters more than simply working from homeThe real advantage of a structured office environmentMorning discipline and why it predicts successThe trap of blending home life & work lifeHow to build standards that travel with youCreating intentional separation so your energy rises, not leaksWhether you love the office, love working from home, or bounce between both — this episode will help you build discipline, protect your momentum, and actually win wherever you work.
Stop settling and find where your value matches your ambition.Excited to share this very special conversation with one of our favorites, Pamela Cass. Realtor, executive coach, podcast host, and most recently, author(!!), Pam joins us to share her journey of transformation and resilience—from a kid with dyslexia who wanted to be invisible into a leader who helps others find their voice.Pam's journey is proof that what we see as our greatest weakness can become our superpower.Some of the things we get into:ResilienceAdversityEmpathyCreativityOne of our favorite themes—the idea that you should stop trying to "fix" yourself and start leaning into what makes you unique—is the underlying message here.There's something here for everyone. If you've ever felt underestimated or wondered if you're in the wrong place, this episode will help you see yourself—and your value—completely differently.We hope you enjoy this conversation as much as we did!Pam is the co-author of "The Quiet Gift," past president of the Fort Collins Board of Realtors, and host of the Reignite Resilience podcast. Her story will challenge you to stop comparing yourself to others and start celebrating what only you can bring to the world.Resources Mentioned in this Epsiode:The Quiet Gift by Pamela Cass and Natalie DavisYou can order it on Amazon here: https://amzn.to/47kInnG The Reignite Resilience Podcast can be found here: https://www.reigniteresilience.com/Connect with Pam on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/pam.cass70
Most agents think they’re bad at follow-up — and that the right CRM will finally fix it. The real issue is who they’re following up with. The good news? This is an easy fix with dramatic results.In this episode, Matt & Garrett unpack why agents avoid their “real people” and instead chase strangers. A bloated, unfiltered database quietly sabotages both your systems and your confidence. When you narrow your core list to people you actually talk to, follow-up stops being heavy and starts being effective.We dig into:Why more contacts ≠ more businessHow to identify your true “core” inside your databaseThe psychological reason agents default to strangersA simple paper-and-highlighter method to find your people fastWhy higher frequency with fewer people outperforms more hustleStop beating yourself up. You’re not “bad at follow-up” — you’ve just been focused on the wrong people. Let’s fix that and infuse your business with new energy and momentum.
Winning isn’t accidental — and neither is falling off after a win.In this episode, Matt and Garrett break down the Thermostat Theory: the invisible standard you’ve set for yourself that quietly determines how high you rise… and when you stop. Most agents don’t fail because the goal is too big — they fail because their internal comfort setting pulls them back to “good enough.”We dig into:Why momentum dies the moment you start to succeedHow your standards — not your goals — are driving your outcomesThe subtle identity shift required to raise your thermostat for goodWhat leaders, brokers, and team builders get wrong about standardsIf you keep restarting, relapsing, or cooling off the minute things go “well,” this one will hit home.
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