Ep. 87 - “It’s One of the Weirdest Industries, But It’ll Be The Best Lifestyle You’ve Ever Lived” - Gold Coast APG’s Director, Nathan Simon
Description
In the first episode for 2025, Josh Sherwood is joined by Nathan Simon, Selling Director of APG's new Gold Coast agency, as they discuss aspects of their personal and professional growth that have led them to where they are today.
Navigating high-stakes situations, challenging conversations and unexpected circumstances, Nathan's story highlights the unpredictable nature of the industry. Tune in to hear how perseverance, empathy and professionalism come together in one of the most intense moments in real estate. It’s a reminder of the human side of the business and the unexpected twists that make it so unique.
00:17 Balancing Real Estate and Family Life
01:10 From Door-Knocking to Real Estate Success
02:15 Learning the Hard Way
02:59 Turning Setbacks into Comebacks
04:23 From Car Sales Success to Real Estate Redemption
05:20 Breaking Free from 9-to-5
08:37 Overcoming Ego and Doubt
09:46 Building Confidence and Overcoming Early Challenges
10:30 Reflecting on Competition, Leadership and Growth
12:56 Future-focused Prospecting
14:14 The Motivation Behind Nathan’s Relentless Pursuit of Success
15:03 Driven by Ambition
16:35 How Self-Discovery can Transform your Business and Life
18:41 From Humble Beginnings to Big Leaps
19:33 Navigating the Challenges of Opening and Running an Office
21:32 Growing a Real Estate Team: The Power of Hard Work, Persistence, and Leadership Development
22:26 Finding Your Unique Value and Cultivating the Right Team
23:14 Building a Team That Helps Each Other Succeed
24:08 Marketing to Connects with the Gold Coast Community
25:39 How Being Yourself Builds Stronger Client Connections
28:29 Growing Your Brand and Leading with Purpose
29:51 Advice for the Agent on the Verge of Quitting
31:37 Negotiating in Tough Times
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