It’s no secret that business owners face a unique set of challenges, often juggling marriage, parenthood, and career aspirations. Empire Building brings together five influential women who are unapologetic in their goals to build big businesses and live big lives. Another common goal? Helping others do the same. Tune in for authentic, unfiltered conversations with Wendy Papasan, Seychelle Van Poole, Sarah Reynolds, Kymber Lovett-Menkiti, and Tiffany Fykes, as they invite you to be a part of their journey.
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Sep 28, 2026 · 37:19
Culture isn't just the team lunches, celebrations, or giving back. It's what we tolerate, what we reward, how we treat each other, and the standards we protect every single day.…
Sep 21, 2026 · 20:12
You’ve scaled one business. Now what? Building an empire isn’t about chasing every new opportunity that catches our attention. Before we add another business, we need a…
Sep 14, 2026 · 32:55
What happens when you finally achieve the success you worked so hard for, but your instinct is still to chase more? For high achievers, growth can become such a habit that we…
Sep 7, 2026 · 26:29
What if the pricing conversation was won before you ever opened the CMA? This week, we're bringing you inside Keller Williams Mega Camp, where Sarah Reynolds shares the six keys…
Aug 31, 2026 · 32:53
When buyers and sellers are scared to make the wrong move, waiting can feel like the safest option. But in a shifting market, waiting isn't neutral. The market keeps moving,…
Aug 24, 2026 · 32:56
The business you tolerate is the business you create. So are the expectations inside your company actually standards, or are they just preferences? In this episode, we’re…
Aug 17, 2026 · 36:46
What if the thing costing you your next commission check isn't the market, but the way you're negotiating? In this episode, we're breaking down seven mistakes that can leave…
Aug 10, 2026 · 33:56
When someone asks who you are, how quickly does your answer turn into what you do? As entrepreneurs, we invest so much time, energy, emotion, and financial risk into our…
Aug 3, 2026 · 35:52
What season are you in, and does the way you're running your business actually honor it? In the final episode of our scaling series, we're talking about how to grow without…
Jul 27, 2026 · 49:21
What does it really take to build a billion-dollar sales organization and still have a big life? In this special episode of Empire Building , Gary Keller steps in as host to…
Jul 20, 2026 · 30:18
A slower market can feel heavy, especially when your team is tired, transactions are down, and every deal takes more skill, patience, and emotional energy than it used to. In…
Jul 13, 2026 · 26:23
Are you building wealth in a way that actually fits the season of life you’re in? In this episode, we’re talking about money, risk, cash flow, and the questions that help us…
Jul 6, 2026 · 44:10
Have you ever realized your business is growing, but your leadership structure is not? In this episode, we’re continuing our scaling series with Sarah Reynolds and Kymber…
Jun 29, 2026 · 42:24
After six years, more than 300 episodes, and over 1.1 million downloads, we are taking a moment to celebrate the journey and reflect on the leadership lessons we have learned…
Jun 22, 2026 · 34:39
What if your business could grow without taking over every part of your life? In this episode, we’re joined by Heather Hope, founder of the Heather Hope Realty Group, business…
Jun 15, 2026 · 33:57
Difficult people are part of leadership, business, parenting, marriage, and life. And as much as we may want to avoid them, the truth is that building a big business and an even…
Jun 8, 2026 · 27:08
If your sales feel inconsistent, the problem may not be your people. It may be your process. In this episode, we’re continuing our scaling series with the next three sales…
Jun 1, 2026 · 29:56
If scaling sales feels like adding more people, more leads, and more pressure, this episode is your reminder to slow down and build the system first. Because more volume without…
May 25, 2026 · 30:24
What does it really cost to build a big business? In this episode, we sit down with Kristen Bernard, leader of the EmpowerHome Team in Charlotte, for a candid conversation about…
May 18, 2026 · 31:25
Ever feel like you are learning everything and still not moving forward? We get it. Between books, webinars, conferences, coaches, AI updates, market shifts, and the constant…
May 11, 2026 · 22:56
Ever stare at the phone knowing the next call could grow your business, but still find every reason not to make it? We’ve been there, and in this episode, Wendy and Kymber…
May 4, 2026 · 37:28
Growth sounds exciting until your business starts dropping balls, confusing your team, and creating inconsistent client experiences. In this episode, we talk about the systems…
Apr 27, 2026 · 29:24
What does it look like to build a big business, grow real wealth, and stay anchored through the messy middle? In this episode, we sit down with Jennifer Vories to talk about the…
Apr 20, 2026 · 23:32
Ever feel like your business is pulling from you faster than you can refill? In this episode, we are back with part two of our conversation on protecting your energy, and we are…
Apr 13, 2026 · 22:05
Ever feel like you’re doing everything for everyone else and still ending the day depleted? We’ve been there. In this episode, we’re digging into the energy traps that quietly…
Apr 6, 2026 · 25:49
Have you ever hired someone because you were overwhelmed, only to realize you hired for relief instead of growth? In part two of our Scaling Series, we’re talking about the…
Mar 30, 2026 · 30:24
What if the thing holding you back isn’t your business… but doing life alone? In this powerful and deeply personal conversation, we sit down with Charlotte Johnson—top-producing…
Mar 23, 2026 · 36:36
Ever feel like the long game is just…long? You're committed to your vision, but some days the grind can feel exhausting. In this episode, Tiffany Fykes and Kymber Lovett-Menkiti…
Mar 16, 2026 · 39:07
Ever feel like everyone around you is chasing the next quick win while you're trying to build something that lasts? In a world obsessed with viral moments and overnight success,…
Mar 9, 2026 · 34:16
Ever feel like you built a successful business… but somehow it still feels heavy? In this episode, we get real about cash flow, financial freedom, and why so many high-performing…
Mar 2, 2026 · 31:35
Scaling sounds exciting. More revenue, more impact, more visibility. But what if growing too fast could actually break what you’ve already built? In this kickoff to our Scaling…
Feb 23, 2026 · 25:02
Ever wondered what it actually takes to get paid to speak? Maybe you’ve been asked to teach at your office or you feel the nudge to step onto bigger stages—but you’re not sure…
Feb 16, 2026 · 30:15
Great people don’t leave great businesses by accident. In this conversation, we dig into what actually keeps strong relationships thriving over the long haul and where leaders…
Feb 9, 2026 · 36:29
All five Empire Building hosts are together for a rare and honest catch-up. We talk about the seasons we’re in right now—raising teenagers, navigating big family decisions,…
Feb 2, 2026 · 30:42
AI is already here, and the real difference is not who is using it, but who is using it with intention. In this episode, we pull back the curtain on how we are actually using AI…
Jan 26, 2026 · 33:13
Money meetings don’t work when they’re reactive, emotional, or inconsistent. In this episode, we walk through the exact framework we use for monthly money meetings at home and in…
Jan 19, 2026 · 25:29
Ever set big money goals and then wonder why nothing really changes? We’ve all been there. In this episode, we kick off a two-part series on the rhythm of accountability around…
Jan 12, 2026 · 45:45
If you’re in a season where it feels like one more thing might break you, this conversation is for you. We’re sitting down with Jay Papasan, New York Times bestselling author and…
Jan 5, 2026 · 25:32
Ever look up and realize the bar has quietly dropped—then wonder how you fix it without crushing morale? We’ve been there, and in this episode, we walk through a simple,…
Dec 29, 2025 · 19:58
Some lessons shape us long before we ever call ourselves leaders. In this episode, we revisit the unexpected teacher who influenced a generation of women from living rooms across…
Dec 22, 2025 · 27:48
Ever had a moment where someone casually says something—and it completely cracks open what you believed was possible? That’s exactly where today’s episode begins. We’re talking…
Dec 15, 2025 · 44:29
If you’ve ever wondered why some people seem to unlock opportunities effortlessly while others feel stuck on an island, this conversation is for you. Today we’re joined by USA…
Dec 8, 2025 · 27:04
If your listings are sitting—and the market feels slower than ever—you’re not alone. This week, we’re diving into a strategy that has helped Sarah’s team move hundreds of…
Dec 1, 2025 · 36:27
The holidays sneak up on all of us—especially when you're running a business, a household, and everything in between. So this week, we're giving you a gift: our 2025 list of…
Nov 24, 2025 · 30:29
Ever find yourself running from one task to another---dropping off packages, managing carpools, juggling emails---and wondering, "When did I become my own assistant?" In this…
Nov 17, 2025 · 27:07
Does the fear of failing quietly run your business plan? In this episode, Kymber Lovett-Menkiti and Tiffany Fykes open up about perfectionism, risk, and the stories we tell…
Nov 10, 2025 · 22:05
What if your “happily ever after” had less to do with fairy tales and more to do with alignment? In this episode, Wendy Papasan and Seychelle Van Poole open up about one of the…
Nov 3, 2025 · 30:16
Ever wonder how you could serve 250+ buyers in a year and still make it home for dinner? We sit down with top buyer’s agent and sales leader Kari Wyrsch to unpack exactly how she…
Oct 27, 2025 · 29:15
In today’s episode, we’re diving into the power of the P.A.U.S.E — a five-step blueprint designed to help leaders recharge before burnout takes over. From pausing with purpose to…
Oct 20, 2025 · 24:28
In this week’s episode of Empire Building, we’re diving into Part 2 of the 36 Touch Plan—focusing on social media, events, and calls that truly convert. From authentic…
Oct 13, 2025 · 30:22
Picture this: you’ve got an incredible database of people who know, like, and trust you—but you’re not tapping into it the way you should. That’s where the 36 Touch Plan comes…
Oct 6, 2025 · 37:48
What if just 30 minutes on your calendar could put real money back in your pocket? In this episode of Empire Building, we’re sharing more than 20 quick, tactical ways to make,…
Sep 29, 2025 · 29:47
Money makes a lot of people squirm—but avoiding it is exactly what keeps us stuck. In this episode, we get honest about the six things that stop us from building wealth: ignoring…
Sep 22, 2025 · 23:20
Permission is a loaded word—especially for high-achieving women. In this conversation, we get honest about the invisible expectations we carry at home and at work, and how guilt…
Sep 15, 2025 · 25:41
Today’s buyers are cautious and well-informed, which means our role is to lead with clarity from the start. In this episode, we share practical ways to set expectations before a…
Sep 8, 2025 · 26:02
Today’s buyers aren’t rushing, feeling FOMO, or scrambling to beat the market—they’re facing more options, more uncertainty, and more hesitation than we’ve seen in years.…
Sep 1, 2025 · 38:40
Picture this: you cross six figures in revenue…and take home two grand. Ouch. In this week’s conversation with business money coach Belinda Rosenblum of Own Your Money, we dig…
Aug 25, 2025 · 21:59
Back-to-school mornings don’t have to feel like chaos. In this episode, we share seven practical strategies to help families win the morning and the day. From carving out “you…
Aug 18, 2025 · 37:05
Ever feel like your to-do list is running you instead of the other way around? We’ve been there. In this episode, we’re talking about the shift every leader needs to make—from…
Aug 11, 2025 · 31:30
Negotiating for sellers in today’s market means setting clear expectations, sticking to the facts, and never negotiating before you have an offer in writing. In this episode, we…
Aug 4, 2025 · 30:22
Negotiation is everything in real estate, and today we’re breaking down the core steps that make all the difference. We talk about why building real connections with everyone…
Jul 28, 2025 · 30:47
Ever found yourself drowning in work and thinking, “I know I need help, but I’m scared to hire”? We get it. In this episode, we’re talking about how to recognize the signs that…
Jul 21, 2025 · 31:16
Ever freeze up when it’s time to hit record or write a post, thinking, “What do I even say?” You’re not alone. This week, we’re breaking down a simple content creation framework…
Jul 14, 2025 · 56:17
Mindset can feel abstract, but today’s conversation with Elaine Stageberg brings it down to earth. Elaine has built a $400 million real estate portfolio, leads a private equity…
Jul 7, 2025 · 25:07
Feeling that mid-year slump? You’re not alone—but we believe this is actually the best moment to reset and refocus. In this episode, we break down our real-world process for a…
Jun 30, 2025 · 36:07
It’s easy to get off track, even with the best intentions. In this episode, we’re sharing our personal mid-year reset process—our go-to for checking in, letting go of what’s not…
Jun 23, 2025 · 27:59
When it comes to building an empire—whether that’s in business or in life—there’s no escaping hard decisions. We’ve all stood at the crossroads, wrestling with big choices that…
Jun 16, 2025 · 34:38
When the market slows down, price is king. In this episode, we’re getting honest about what it takes to navigate a slower market—and why you can’t out-market a bad price. We’re…
Jun 9, 2025 · 31:25
Let’s face it—when homes aren’t flying off the market, sellers start watching you more closely than ever. And in today’s market, with inventory rising and prices softening,…
Jun 2, 2025 · 28:54
What will your empire say about you when you're gone? In this week’s episode, we’re diving deep into the concept of legacy—what it really means to lead with it, build with it,…
May 26, 2025 · 30:24
You know the old saying—leaders are readers? Well, great leaders are also great sellers. And not because they’re slick or pushy. Because they communicate with clarity, empathy,…
May 19, 2025 · 43:17
What if the one thing that changes everything... is you? This week, we’re joined by Dr. Elaine Stageberg, co-founder of Black Swan Real Estate. From growing up in poverty to…
May 12, 2025 · 31:46
Ever find yourself avoiding a hard conversation—hoping the issue will just disappear? We’ve been there. And we’ve learned the hard way that silence doesn’t solve problems; it…
May 5, 2025 · 26:11
Sometimes leadership advice doesn’t go far enough into the real-life dynamics we face—especially as female leaders building diverse teams. That’s why in today’s episode, we’re…
Apr 28, 2025 · 31:39
Growth can be messy—and that’s not a bad thing. In fact, it might be the best indicator that you’re leveling up. In this episode, we’re talking about topgrading—what it means,…
Apr 21, 2025 · 27:07
What’s your earliest memory of money? Was it joyful? Stressful? Scarce? Secure? For many of us, our childhood experiences with money still shape how we think, feel, and lead…
Apr 14, 2025 · 38:15
What if the biggest key to unlocking your potential isn’t out in the world—it’s already inside you? This week, we had the rare pleasure of flipping the script with Jason…
Apr 7, 2025 · 1:04:39
Finding the right person to lead your business isn’t just about making the right hire—it’s about understanding the true value you offer and being bold enough to share it. In this…
Mar 31, 2025 · 21:03
What if I told you your emotional intelligence could be your biggest sales superpower? In this episode, we’re diving into exactly that. Emotional intelligence—or EQ—isn’t just…
Mar 27, 2025 · 28:48
What does it take to build a career that aligns with your strengths, supports your personal life, and fuels your passion? In this episode, we continue our conversation with Anna…
Mar 24, 2025 · 31:21
What happens when life takes an unexpected turn and forces you to reinvent yourself? Anna Krueger knows firsthand how to pivot, persevere, and turn life’s challenges into a…
Mar 17, 2025 · 31:57
Picture this: You’ve built a successful business, and now you’re wondering, “What’s next?” How do you take what you’ve learned and scale it into a thriving empire? If that’s…
Mar 10, 2025 · 28:00
Ever felt like your team is a little... chaotic? You're not alone. Most teams struggle with dysfunction in one way or another, but the good news is, there’s a fix. In this…
Mar 3, 2025 · 35:38
What if you could reclaim an entire day of your week? Today, we’re breaking down how to take back your time, cut out unnecessary tasks, and create space for what truly…
Feb 24, 2025 · 38:55
What happens when you mix Texas grit, a hot pink brand, and a relentless drive to succeed? You get Ryan Major. In this episode of Empire Building, Wendy Papazan sits down with…
Feb 17, 2025 · 31:59
Growth isn’t just a nice-to-have—it’s a core value for us. But what happens when the growth stops? When you hit a plateau, when the numbers stall, when you start to wonder if…
Feb 10, 2025 · 29:15
Let’s talk about the money messages women are getting—and why they might be holding us back. In this episode, we dig into the unconscious gender biases baked into financial…
Feb 3, 2025 · 31:23
Hearing “no” can feel discouraging, but as empire builders, we know it’s just part of the process. In this episode, we’re diving into how to reframe rejection, embrace the “not…
Jan 27, 2025 · 51:41
Are you thinking about buying a business but not sure where to start? In today’s episode, we’re joined by Bekki Lowrance, an expert business owner and buyer who has successfully…
Jan 20, 2025 · 36:39
Starting a business with friends and family—what could go wrong? Well, as it turns out, there are a lot of lessons to learn along the way. In today’s episode, we’re diving into…
Jan 13, 2025 · 30:38
Are you ready to turn your vision into action? Here's the deal: The second Friday in January is Quitter's Day—the day most people abandon their New Year's resolutions. Less than…
Jan 6, 2025 · 40:51
We all have to exit our businesses at some point. It’s good to know what options you have early on so you can feel confident that all your hard work will pay off when the time…
Dec 30, 2024 · 36:17
When you’re an Empire Builder, you tend to watch TV a little differently. In this episode, we discuss what leadership lessons we’ve noticed in the TV show “Ted Lasso.” We…
Dec 23, 2024 · 35:16
When Tiffany introduced herself on stage at the 2020 Mega Agent Camp, she described herself as “financially free.” That caught the attention of many folks, and rightfully so.…
Dec 16, 2024 · 33:29
Almost every business faces the same challenge: How do you convert live leads into successful sales? In real estate, we call these kinds of leads "sign calls." They're when…
Dec 9, 2024 · 26:22
Feeling stuck about your gift-giving this year? In this episode, we give you specific gift ideas so you can sprint through that part of your to-do list without a sweat. Plus, we…
Dec 2, 2024 · 26:30
Have you lost that spark of joy you used to have about your business? Have things started to feel heavy in a way they didn’t before? In this episode, we discuss our personal…
Nov 25, 2024 · 33:11
In today’s episode, we discuss the often overlooked step that goes after setting your goals and before acting on them: SWOT analysis. We dig into everything you need to know…
Nov 18, 2024 · 34:51
Sometimes, life kicks you in the teeth. Your aging parent needs extra care. Your kids’ school closes. You get kicked out of your housing in Taiwan because a global pandemic…
Nov 11, 2024 · 41:19
If you want to build a business empire, you must understand the needs of your people. Your job as a leader is to make sure your team has the resources and mindsets to perform at…
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