In this episode of the Know Your Why Podcast, Jason Balara speaks with Athena Brownson, a former professional skier who turned her resilience and drive into a thriving career in real estate. After facing numerous injuries and health challenges on the slopes, Athena transitioned into entrepreneurship, discovering fulfillment as a real estate agent and coach. She shares how mentorship, accountability, and personal growth shaped her journey, as well as the time management strategies that allow her to focus on high-value work while maintaining balance. Athena’s story is a powerful reminder that resilience and a clear sense of purpose can turn life’s setbacks into new opportunities.

Key Highlights:

- Athena’s shift from professional skiing to real estate was fueled by resilience and adaptability.

- Mentorship and coaching have been crucial to her professional development.

- Effective time management and accountability systems allow her to prioritize what matters most.

- Tracking activities helps her identify where to delegate and where to focus her energy.

- Health challenges pushed Athena to reevaluate how she manages her time and well-being.

- A strong personal "why" has guided her through adversity and into success.

- Team culture and community are essential in her real estate business.

- Athena continues to invest in coaching as part of her ongoing growth.

- Her story encourages others to pursue careers aligned with passion and purpose.

Athena’s journey shows that entrepreneurship is not just about business growth but about building resilience, finding meaning, and staying aligned with personal values. Her approach to mentorship, coaching, and time management offers a blueprint for success, while her story demonstrates how even the toughest challenges can be transformed into fuel for personal and professional growth.

Get in touch with Athena:

Website: https://athenabrownsonrealtor.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/athenabrownsonrealtor/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/athenabrownsonrealtor

If you want to know more about Dr. Jason Balara and the Know your Why Podcast:

⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/jasonbalara⁠⁠  

Audio Track:

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