🎙 Episode 11: Building a Real Estate Team That Wins — with Taley Hunt

This episode is for every agent who’s ever wondered, “Should I build a team? And how do I do it without losing my mind (or my profit)?”

Today, I sat down with powerhouse team leader Taley Hunt to get real about what it takes to go from solo agent to running a high-performing, culture-driven real estate team. Taley shares her journey from selling 28 homes her first year (while pregnant!) to leading a team on track for 200+ deals—plus all the messy, honest lessons in between.

Here’s what we dive into:

✨ Taley’s story: From small-town solo agent to team leader in Columbia, SC ✨ The exact moment she knew it was time to hire—and why admin comes before agents ✨ How to build accountability, set standards, and create a team culture people actually want to be part of ✨ The tools, systems, and follow-up processes that keep her team running (and clients raving) ✨ What to look for in your first (or next) hire—and the interview question Taley swears by ✨ The mindset shifts every new team leader has to make (especially if you’re scared to “give up control”) ✨ How to scale without sacrificing client experience or your own quality of life ✨ Real talk on splits, compensation, and why a “sports team” mentality beats “family” every time ✨ Taley’s best advice for agents thinking about starting a team in the next 12 months

If you’re ready to scale, lead, and actually enjoy your business again—this episode is your playbook.

👇 Go connect with Taley: @realtormomcoach | taileyhunt.com