If your content calendar is full but your business still feels scattered, this episode is your reset.

Kristi Jencks and Kelcie Dowd sit down with Katie Day, a Texas Realtor, team leader, mentor, and long-time content creator who has built a business around clarity, consistency, and real results.

Katie breaks down what real estate agents should stop doing in their content, why follower count no longer matters, and how niching down creates momentum faster than posting more. She shares how she uses AI for research and scripting, how public accountability reduces decision fatigue, and why playing to your strengths matters more than copying someone else’s playbook.

This episode covers:

• How to structure the next 30 days if you are starting over with content
• Why shareable content beats chasing likes and followers
• What to cut immediately from your current content strategy
• How to batch, research, and script content without burning out
• The link between decision-making, accountability, and time freedom

⚡️ Take It and Run moment:
Block 30 minutes this week to decide where you need more accountability and put one habit in place that removes daily decision fatigue.

This episode works when you apply it. Pick one idea and move on it this week.

Find Katie for referrals and inspiration:

📱 @movemetotx

🫱🏻‍🫲🏼 https://meetkatieday.com/

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What if accountability didn’t feel like pressure
And what if seller reports didn’t take hours to build

In this episode of Take It and Run, Kristi and Kelcie sit down with Derek Caldwell, Team Lead of The Caldwell Group at eXp Realty, to break down how he’s built real accountability systems using automation, trust, and AI.

Derek shares how his team replaced manual reporting, awkward check ins, and CRM overwhelm with weekly scorecards, transparent dashboards, and systems agents actually enjoy using. You’ll hear how empathy drives performance, why non negotiables create freedom, and how AI has become his second brain in operations.

Then Derek pulls back the curtain on North, the AI powered seller report generator he built to solve one of the biggest pain points in real estate. North automatically pulls listing data, social media activity, showing feedback, comps, and market analysis into a clean, branded report sellers actually read. No spreadsheets. No copying data. No guessing.

To make it even better, Derek gave Take It and Run listeners an exclusive offer.

🚨 Use code RUN20 to get 20% off North
You’ll also get a 14 day free trial to test it with your own listings.

If you lead a team, manage operations, or carry listings and want smarter systems without micromanaging people, this episode is required listening.

🔑 What You’ll Learn

• How to create accountability without confrontation
• Why weekly scorecards motivate agents naturally
• How AI replaces hours of manual reporting
• What sellers actually want to see in listing updates
• How North changes the listing conversation

👉 Try North at NorthReports.com
👉 Use code RUN20 for 20% off after your free 14 day trial

🙌 Connect with Derek Caldwell
Instagram: @dcaldwell
Email: derek@northreports.co or derek@caldwellrg.com

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Simplify. Automate. Lead: AI, Workflows & Future-Ready Marketing with Sean Ryan

In this episode of Take it and Run, we sit down with real estate coach, broker, and automation aficionado Sean Ryan of Blue Coast Realty in Sarnia, Ontario. Known as The Simplifier, Sean shares how he’s saving hours each week using AI tools like Comet, and why most agents are overcomplicating the wrong things.

You’ll get real workflows, time-saving hacks, and practical marketing strategies for 2026 and beyond—from building smarter habits to shifting from SEO to AEO (yep, AI Engine Optimization is here). This isn’t theory. Sean uses this stuff in his business, and you can too.

Whether you’re leading a team, juggling clients, or just trying to stay on top of your inbox, this episode is a masterclass in doing more with less.

🔑 What You’ll Learn:

• How to use Comet Assistant to automate everyday tasks like MLS listing entry, social media engagement, and email cleanup
• Why you should stop chasing trends—and what to focus on instead
• Sean’s take on AI Engine Optimization (AEO) and building local authority
• Time-blocking, morning habits, and the #1 thing top agents do consistently
• What not to do in your 2026 marketing strategy
• How to make “crappy” video content outperform big-budget productions

🙌 Connect with Sean Ryan

Based in: Sarnia, Ontario 🇨🇦

• Instagram: @buyinwithryan
• Website: bluecoastteam.com

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Create focus, finish strong, and take care of future you.

Is December your business slowdown... or your launchpad?

In this episode, Kristi and Kelcie flip the real estate holiday narrative on its head. You’ll learn how to protect your pipeline and your peace—without overworking or disappearing on your family.

They walk you through their 5 Momentum Questions, lead follow-up strategies that feel natural during the holidays, and non-prospecting projects that make January smoother than ever.

🎯 You’ll learn:

• How to build your Q1 pipeline while staying present
• The 5–5–4 habit for easy daily productivity
• What your January-ready pipeline should include
• The “Holiday Hot List” framework
• How to schedule work and gingerbread-making time
• 7 non-sales projects that bless your future self
• A Take it and Run Challenge to help you implement fast

💡 Whether you’re wrapping gifts or cleaning up your CRM, this episode is your go-to playbook for ending strong and starting fast.

⚡️ TAKE IT & RUN CHALLENGE:

• Schedule two 90-min focus blocks
• Close one open project loop this week
• Have five meaningful convos that spark momentum

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What if your real estate business could run on clarity, systems, and trust without cold leads or burnout?

In this episode of Take It and Run, Kristi and Kelcie sit down with Bret Johnson, Associate Broker with REAL Broker and founder of Better Together Academy. After 20 years in the business, Bret shares why he walked away from the traditional team model—even though it was "working on paper"—to build a 90% referral-based business that thrives on systems, relationships, and human connection.

You’ll hear:

• Why Bret shut down a 14-agent team and what he built instead
• How the VIP Buyer System allows him to serve clients in just 4 hours
• Ways he blends tech, AI, and automation to scale trust (not just transactions)
• Early warning signs that your business is built on shaky systems
• How to make your real estate business more human (without sacrificing your personal life)
• Simple actions to stabilize and scale your business this week

Whether you’re leading a team, starting over, or somewhere in between, this episode will challenge you to rethink what success really looks like.

🎯 Take it and run with this:
Have 10 meaningful real estate conversations this week. Track them. And watch your business shift.

🔗 Resources Mentioned

• Better Together Academy
  Learn more or connect with Bret at @BretJohnsonAZ
  on all social platforms.
• Client Giant – for automated, relationship-driven gifting
  clientgiant.com
• Gifting via Local Vendor – Bret works with a local baker for personalized thank-you treats (e.g., cake pops).
• Lofty CRM – Used for smart automation and AI integration
  lofty.com
• Google Gemini & ChatGPT – Bret uses these to create strategic SOPs and automate business systems
• "Who Not How" by Dan Sullivan – Referenced in discussion around leveraging teams. Link to book.

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In this episode of Take It and Run, Kristi Jencks and Kelcie Dowd sit down with Mike Renick — a nearly 70-year-old real estate agent, former GM executive, and full‑blown AI innovator — to uncover how he’s using artificial intelligence to completely redefine the way real estate agents manage time, create content, and nurture leads.

Mike shares his journey from corporate tech leader to Florida Realtor, and how embracing AI has given him something every agent wants: more time, more consistency, and more capacity to build real human relationships.

If you’ve ever said, “I’m too old for tech,” “AI feels overwhelming,” or “I don’t even know where to start,” this episode will give you the mindset, tools, and practical steps to begin. From content automation to avatar videos to smarter lead follow‑up, Mike shows exactly how he built a business that truly runs with him — not on him.

Whether you're a new agent curious about AI or a seasoned pro wanting to scale without burnout, you’ll walk away inspired and equipped to take your next step forward.

What We Cover:

• Why AI won’t replace real estate agents — but agents who use AI will win
• How Mike went from 4–5 hours per video to a 10‑second creation process
• How he automates 50+ pieces of content per week while staying fully human
• The truth about avatars (and why “AI Mike” fools most people)
• A time‑saving lead nurture workflow built around client behavior
• Why consistency matters more than perfection in content creation
• How to start using AI when you feel overwhelmed
• Which tools are worth paying for — and which to skip
• The mindset shift that makes AI empowering instead of scary

Top Takeaways:

• AI isn’t here to replace you — it’s here to free your time.
• Consistency becomes effortless when systems do the heavy lifting.
• Lead follow‑up works best when it’s based on client readiness, not pressure.
• Curiosity — not age or experience — is your biggest advantage when adopting AI.
• Start small, stay consistent, and let AI grow with you.

Connect with Mike:

📱 Cell: 941‑400‑8735
💬 Facebook Group: AI Edge with Michael Renick (free community)

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In this episode of Take it and Run, Kristi Jencks sits down with Jilayna Arcoren, VP of Sales Ops, Associate Broker with REAL, and ZillowFlex expert, to break down one of the most misunderstood opportunities in real estate: the ZillowFlex program.

Jilayna brings her deep well of experience as a former premier agent, Flex team leader, and national Flex coach to help us navigate the myths, mechanics, and mindsets needed to thrive with Zillow leads. If you’ve ever wondered, “Is Flex worth it?”, “How do I evaluate a Flex team?”, or “How do I avoid agent burnout?”, this one’s for you.

Whether you're a new agent looking for traction or a seasoned pro wanting to refine your strategy, you’ll walk away with clear takeaways on how to build systems, set boundaries, and understand your value proposition in a shifting real estate landscape.

What We Cover:

• What ZillowFlex actually is and what it’s not
• The three types of Flex leads and how to work each
• Who Flex is ideal for (hint, it’s not just new agents)
• How to avoid Zillow fatigue and agent burnout
• Why team structure, transparency, and systems matter
• Four pillars every agent should build their business on
• How to evaluate a Flex team before you join
• Realistic onboarding and ramp-up expectations for new agents

Top Takeaways:

• ZillowFlex has evolved, so should your mindset and methods
• Agents need more than leads, they need a system and support
• Burnout happens when you rely only on Flex without balance
• Know your value, you're not just opening doors, you're advising

Connect with Jilayna:
📱 Instagram: @jilayna_therealestatehattrick
🐾 TikTok: @hats_cats_and_realestate

📧 Reach out via phone, email, or DM on social

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Lourdes is raw, real, and FULL of tactical strategies you can take and run with. If you’re building a business, breaking into luxury, or just trying to keep your head above water, this one’s for you.

We sat down with powerhouse real estate leader Lourdes Maestres, team lead of the MPH Team in Fort Lauderdale, to unpack her incredible story -- from losing her banking job in 2008 to becoming a dominant force in luxury real estate with multimillion-dollar listings and a high-performing team.

What We Cover:

• How Lourdes went from bankruptcy to building a 7-figure business
• The mindset shift that got her out of survival mode
• Smart systems + SOPs that scale (and give her freedom)
• The power of preparation when winning listings
• Building a team the right way
• Marketing that makes you unforgettable in your market
• Her journey to reclaim her health + protect her time

Key Takeaways:

• Build for what you want, not what you have
• Know your numbers (and do your homework)
• If you're stuck, wake up earlier and take action
• Stop posting and start dialing
• Systems = freedom. Period.

Resources Mentioned:

• Rich Dad, Poor Dad
  by Robert Kiyosaki
• Traction
  by Gino Wickman
• Follow Up Boss
• SISU
• Ruuster

Connect with Lourdes:
📲 Instagram: @lourdesmaestres

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