Speaker Real
Welcome to "Speaker Real," the podcast where the journey to becoming a professional paid speaker is laid bare – REAL, unedited, and authentic. I'm Cheryl Knowlton, your dynamite host with over 20 years of experience captivating audiences - and making mistakes.
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Kirk Baumgartner: The Lost Art Every Great Agent Needs (opens the original)
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Are you feeling burnt out or stuck on the real estate hamster wheel? Kirk Baumgartner shares how identity, deep listening, and daily gratitude transform chaos into clarity, so you can serve clients better, find real joy, and build a business aligned with your values. In this episode, Cheryl Knowlton and Kirk Baumgartner discuss: Identity foundation through authenticity and aligned personal values Servant leadership mindset over transactional commission focus Deep listening skills to understand c
[Classic Rewind] Dave Rosenberg: The Real Estate Power Producers Playbook (opens the original)
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In this Classic Rewind episode, Cheryl Knowlton sits down with leadership expert & former naval aviator Dave Rosenberg to talk about radical accountability, how to build teams that actually do what they need to do, when they need to do it, and with accuracy. In this episode, Cheryl Knowlton and Dave Rosenberg discuss: Radical accountability's three elements: mechanics, mindset, and modeling Importance of clear job descriptions, processes, and formal training with testing Counseling and curiosity
Dan Mullen: The "Logged RE" App for Real Estate Pros (opens the original)
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CPA-turned-agent Dan Mullen introduces Logged RE, a simple way for real estate pros to document material participation, support cost segregation strategies, and stay audit-ready. Clear guidance, organized records, real savings! Track what counts, avoid pitfalls, and plan proactively with confidence. In this episode, Cheryl Knowlton and Dan Mullen discuss: Why Dan built the Logged RE app Material participation: rules and documentation Real estate professional status requirements Cost segregation
[Classic Rewind] Clay Johnson: Building a Real Estate Life of Daily Excellence (opens the original)
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In this Classic Rewind episode, Host Cheryl Knowlton sits down with long-time friend and lender partner Clay Johnson, Regional Manager at Guaranteed Rate Affinity, to unpack the real driver of success in real estate: habits, not willpower. From Clay's 27+ year lending journey to practical routines, leadership insights, and breaking bad habits by replacing them, this conversation is packed with timeless wisdom you can actually apply. In this episode, Cheryl Knowlton and Clay Johnson discuss: Powe
Dan Mullen: Real Decisions: The Financial Impact of Renting and Owning (opens the original)
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Renting feels cheaper, until you do the math. In this episode, Dan Mullen and Cheryl Knowlton unpack the financial power of homeownership: appreciation, leverage, tax perks, and compound growth. Learn why buying can beat renting, how HECMs protect retirees, and what real estate pros must teach clients to build generational wealth. In this episode, Cheryl Knowlton and Dan Mullen discuss: Rent vs. own: full financial comparison Compound interest and long-term wealth impact Appreciation, leverage,
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