John Kitchens Coach Podcast Experience
The John Kitchens Podcast Experience is your essential guide to unlocking 7-figure success in your real estate journey. Hosted by one of the most sought-after real estate coaches, John Kitchens. He brings over 20 years of experience and insights to help you create significant breakthroughs in the real estate market. With a blend of inspiring personal stories and enlightening interviews with industry leaders, this podcast aims to spark your ambition and equip you with the knowledge to elevate your real estate business. Each episode is packed with clarity, confidence, and the tools to turn your real estate business into a thriving...
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#760: The $300 Ad Strategy That Consistently Produces 2-3 Deals Every Month with Jay Kinder
Episode Overview In this episode of the John Kitchens Coach Podcast, John Kitchens sits down with Jay Kinder to break down the $300 ad strategy that consistently produces 2–3 real estate deals every single month—without chasing referrals, overpaying portals, or riding the income rollercoaster. This isn't a hype-filled conversation about "running ads." It's a behind-the-scenes look at how predictable deal flow actually works when you understand conversations, constraints, and customer acquisition cost. John and Jay walk through why most agents fail with ads, how a small, disciplined budget can outperform massive spend, and why the real goal isn't leads—it's controlled, repeat...
#759: How to Build Scalable Systems That Let Real Estate Agents Escape Production with Joel Perso
Episode Overview In the second part of this Power Hour series, John Kitchens together with operations expert Joel Perso to tackle one of the biggest bottlenecks holding agents and team leaders back: operational chaos. This session is a practical, back-to-basics masterclass on how to actually build business processes that scale, not just talk about systems. John and Joel break down the difference between systems, processes, SOPs, and checklists—and explain why most agents stay trapped in production because their business only exists in their head. If you've ever said "I need better systems" but felt overwhelmed on where to start, th...
#758: How to Thrive in Uncertain Markets with Jeff Thibodeau
Episode Overview In this episode, John Kitchens sat down with Jeff Thibodeau, a real estate veteran with nearly two decades of experience who has seen the industry from every seat—agent, team leader, brokerage owner, investor, and mentor. Jeff shares his full-circle journey through real estate: from entering the business during the financial crash, to building high-performing teams and a brokerage, to stepping away—and ultimately returning with a renewed focus on simplicity, freedom, and intentional design. Together, John and Jeff unpack what it really takes to thrive in uncertain markets, why top producers continue to gain market share, and how...
#757: How CEOs Create Operational Leverage with Joel Perso
Episode Overview In this Power Hour episode, John Kitchens is joined by Joel Perso for a deep dive into one of the most overlooked growth constraints in real estate businesses: operational chaos. As agents and teams ramp up lead flow, listings, and transactions, most don't realize they're unintentionally building a treadmill instead of a scalable business. John and Joel kick off a multi-week Power Hour series focused on helping agents and team leaders move from production overload to operational clarity—without losing momentum. This episode zeroes in on the single most common operational question agents ask once growth kicks in: Wh...
#756: State of Business 2026 with Gogo Bethke
Episode Overview In this episode, John Kitchens is joined by Gogo Bethke for a high-level, real-world conversation on where real estate, leadership, and technology are heading next. Fresh off one of the fastest-moving years the industry has ever seen, John and Gogo break down how AI, automation, and social media are fundamentally changing how agents work, market, and scale. Gogo shares how she's leveraged technology to reduce her workload to 15 hours a week while increasing revenue—and why the agents who embrace AI without losing the human connection will dominate in 2026 and beyond. This episode is a masterclass on CEO th...
#755: Timeless Leadership: Building Relationships, Businesses, and Legacy That Last with Jeff Kitchens
Episode Overview In this episode of the John Kitchens Coach Podcast, John Kitchens sits down with his uncle, Jeff Kitchens, for a powerful, principles-driven conversation on leadership, relationships, and building businesses that stand the test of time. Jeff brings decades of experience across retail, finance, mortgage, real estate, and brokerage leadership—and distills it all into a simple but rare framework: timing, relationships, and follow-up. From sweating the small details to creating unforgettable client experiences, this episode is a masterclass in professionalism, long-term thinking, and leading with intention. They also dive into recruiting, retention, mergers and acquisitions, exit strategies, and wh...
#754: The 93% Problem: How AI and GEO Are Rewriting Agent Visibility with Eric Post
Episode Overview In this timely and thought-provoking episode of the John Kitchens Coach Podcast, John Kitchens is joined by returning guest Eric Post, AI strategist, founder of Huzi.ai, and one of the sharpest minds at the intersection of technology, consumer behavior, and real estate. This conversation goes far beyond "how to use AI." John and Eric unpack the real threat and opportunity in the market today: the AI-powered consumer. As consumers gain instant access to information, agents can no longer win by being the knowledge holder. Instead, success now belongs to the wisdom worker—the advisor who brings clarity, di...
#753: Emotional Resilience for High-Performing Leaders with Matt Townsend
Episode Overview In this episode, John Kitchens sits down with Dr. Matt Townsend for a powerful, reflective conversation on emotional resilience, leadership maturity, and what high performers must leave behind to move forward. As the pace of business accelerates and uncertainty continues to rise, John and Matt unpack why most leaders feel overwhelmed—not because they lack ability, but because they're carrying outdated thoughts, unhealthy emotions, and destructive habits into the future. This episode is a deep dive into growth through subtraction: letting go of what no longer serves you so you can step into clarity, confidence, and CEO-level leadership. If...
#752: The Leadership Flywheel: How to Build a Self-Managing Team That Scales Without You
Episode Overview In this episode of the John Kitchens Coach Podcast, John Kitchens and Joel Perso close out the Agent to CEO six-part series by unpacking the final and most critical milestone: The Leadership Flywheel. This conversation is all about building a self-managing, self-sustaining team—one that doesn't rely on you as the bottleneck. John and Joel break down how elite leaders design lean organizational structures, recruit true A-players, and create leadership development systems that generate momentum instead of burnout. If you've ever felt trapped by your team, overwhelmed by people decisions, or unsure how to scale without chaos, this ep...
#751: The Leadership Playbook Behind Sustainable Scale with Brett Sikora
Episode Overview: In this episode, John Kitchens welcomes back powerhouse leader Brett Sikora for a deep, real-world conversation on intentional growth, leadership decisions, and scaling without chaos. Recorded nearly five years after Brett's first appearance during the height of COVID lockdowns, this conversation reflects on the pivotal moments that shaped his brokerage's evolution—from doubling down during uncertainty to building one of the most stable, scalable, and culture-driven organizations in the country. Brett breaks down how real growth doesn't come from chasing shiny objects or expanding out of ego, but from clarity around avatar, disciplined recruiting, financial visibility, and relentless fo...
