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The No-Bull Broker

The No-Bull Broker

By Jonathan Lickstein

Real estate isn’t always as glamorous as what’s on HGTV. Join COO of Lokation Real Estate, Jonathan Lickstein, as he breaks down real stories from producers and professionals in the industry. There’s no filter with this No-Bull Broker.
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Episode #4: Integrity at Any Scale with Lilli Schipper

The No-Bull BrokerNov 23, 2022

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Episode #32: Advancing the Profession with Stacy Stahl

Episode #32: Advancing the Profession with Stacy Stahl

Join us on The No Bull Broker as Stacy Stahl, a 20-year real estate veteran from Key West and candidate for the 2025 Florida Realtors Secretary, shares her insights on enhancing professionalism and advocacy in the industry. Stacy discusses the importance of continuous learning, leveraging certifications, and promoting board-certified professionals to highlight our value to the public. She delves into the power of advocacy in addressing key issues like affordable housing, leveraging commercial members' expertise for creative solutions, and the significance of tackling insurance, infrastructure, and pro-business legislation. Listen in as Stacy outlines her vision for a more respected, effective, and successful real estate profession.

Feb 08, 202427:28
Episode #31: Making your Mark - Courageous Leadership with Cyndee Haydon

Episode #31: Making your Mark - Courageous Leadership with Cyndee Haydon

On this episode of The No Bull Broker, we're joined by Cyndee Haydon, a candidate for the 2025 Florida Realtors' Leadership Team - Secretary. Cyndee tells her story of how she got into the profession. We hear her perspective on the power of volunteering and the impact an individual can have on the real estate industry. She shares her journey of courageous leadership and her dedication to giving back to the community. Get ready for an inspiring conversation filled with practical insights for real estate professionals and leaders alike. Tune in to hear Cyndee's compelling story and learn how to make a difference at any level.

Jan 25, 202444:50
Episode #30: Being YOU in Real Estate: Elevate Your Business with Carlos Melendez

Episode #30: Being YOU in Real Estate: Elevate Your Business with Carlos Melendez

In this compelling episode, Jonathan is joined by esteemed guest, Carlos Melendez, as they dive into the transformative power of authenticity on social media and its immense potential to boost your real estate business. Discover valuable insights, expert tips, and firsthand experiences as they reveal the secrets to connecting with your audience, building trust, and achieving unprecedented success by being your true self in the digital realm. Tune in for a dynamic conversation that will revolutionize your social media game and propel your real estate career to new heights!

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Aug 02, 202343:31
Episode #29: Navigating Niche Market & Social Media Success with Daniela Silva

Episode #29: Navigating Niche Market & Social Media Success with Daniela Silva

Join us on this week as Daniela Silva, a LoKation agent specializing in Miami's pre-construction real estate, reveals the secrets to her success. Discover the hidden opportunities in emerging developments and how Daniela leverages social media to drive business growth. Tune in for a captivating discussion on the thriving Miami market and the power of online presence in the real estate industry!

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Jul 05, 202339:20
Episode #28: Listing or Investing: Every Seller has an Angle with Sorty Mejia

Episode #28: Listing or Investing: Every Seller has an Angle with Sorty Mejia

Join us this week as we dive into the fascinating world of real estate with our guest and LoKation Agent, Sorty Mejia. In this episode, we explore the intricate dynamics of listing properties and the strategic angles sellers adopt in their decision-making process. Gain valuable insights and unravel the seller's perspective in the ever-evolving real estate landscape.

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Jun 28, 202329:04
Episode #27: Partnership, Optimism, & Originality with Mike Grossman

Episode #27: Partnership, Optimism, & Originality with Mike Grossman

In this week's episode, we talk about the secrets to finding a solid business partner who complements your skills, shares your vision, and propels your venture to new heights. Next, we discuss the power of maintaining optimism in the face of market fluctuations and challenges, uncovering strategies to stay resilient and forge ahead. We also uncover the importance of branding and offer expert advice on how to differentiate yourself in a crowded marketplace, capturing the attention of your target farming area.

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May 31, 202336:18
Episode #26: Authenticity and Adaptability: Navigating Relocation with Doris Armstrong

Episode #26: Authenticity and Adaptability: Navigating Relocation with Doris Armstrong

Coming to you live from Georgia, we sit down with the Broker of Lokation in Georgia, Doris Armstrong, for an insightful conversation on the importance of authenticity and adapting your network when relocating. Discover how being true to yourself can attract meaningful connections in new areas, and gain practical strategies for expanding your professional circles. Tune in to unlock the secrets of building an authentic network and thriving in unfamiliar territories.

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May 24, 202321:21
Episode #25: Revolution of Ai in Real Estate with Jose Perez

Episode #25: Revolution of Ai in Real Estate with Jose Perez

In this captivating episode, we delve into the world of real estate with our guest, Jose Perez. As the Senior Vice President of Business Development at HomeGenius, Jose shares his profound expertise and unravels the transformative power of AI technology within the industry. Explore how HomeGenius is leveraging AI to unlock new possibilities, revolutionize processes, and empower individuals in their real estate endeavors. From optimizing property searches to predicting market trends, this conversation with Jose Pereze, a true visionary in the field, will leave you inspired and enlightened about the incredible potential AI holds for the future of real estate.

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May 17, 202329:54
Episode #24: Making Changes, One Decision at a Time with Jonathan Lickstein

Episode #24: Making Changes, One Decision at a Time with Jonathan Lickstein

In this episode, the No-Bull Broker himself, Jonathan Lickstein, shares his personal story about his upbringing into the world of real estate and how the decisions he made in his early career had a significant impact on his success. You'll hear about the challenges he faced and the lessons he learned, as well as the strategies he used to navigate the competitive and ever-changing real estate market. From his humble beginnings to becoming a leading figure in the industry, Jonathan's story is an inspiring tale of hard work, perseverance, and determination.


May 03, 202342:42
Episode #23: Being in the Relationship Business with Leandro Figuereo

Episode #23: Being in the Relationship Business with Leandro Figuereo

This week, we are chatting with Leandro Figuereo, from Performance Title, about the significance of relationships and purpose in business. In this episode, we delve into the value of building genuine connections with clients and colleagues, as well as finding your purpose and establishing intentions for your work. They both share insights from their experience in the industry, providing practical tips and advice for anyone looking to enhance their business relationships and achieve greater fulfillment in their work. Tune in to gain valuable insights and inspiration for success in the relationship-driven world of business. 

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Apr 26, 202333:32
Episode #22: Your Network is Your Net Worth with Gabe Kutlin
Apr 12, 202329:40
Episode #21: Establishing Work Ethic & Consistency with Paulina Hurtado

Episode #21: Establishing Work Ethic & Consistency with Paulina Hurtado

The No-Bull Broker is back and in this episode our guest, Paulina Hurtado, shares her experience and insights on how she established a strong work ethic and consistent practices in the real estate industry. They discuss the importance of taking advantage of opportunities and privileges to build a lasting legacy. The conversation includes practical tips for staying focused, motivated, and achieving success in real estate. Whether you're just starting in the industry or a seasoned professional, this episode will inspire you to take your real estate career to the next level and find a way to differentiate your business from the rest.

"In business, it's important to create a raving fan, and not just clients and customers going deal to deal." - Paulina Hurtado

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Apr 05, 202332:57
Episode #20: Leading with an Eye on the Future & Emerging Tech with Jorge Guerra
Mar 22, 202344:24
Episode #19: Building Your Brand with Andre Delisser

Episode #19: Building Your Brand with Andre Delisser

On this week's episode we have on Andre Delisser, AKA VisualsByAndre, a photographer, videographer, and producer extraordinaire serving all over South Florida. We discuss the importance of branding for realtors, and how content creation can be a powerful tool in establishing yourself as an expert in your market and building trust with potential clients. Throughout the episode, Andre shares insights and tips for creating compelling content that resonates with your target audience, the role of video in building personal connections, and the benefits of leveraging social media platforms to amplify your reach. Whether you're a new realtor just starting out or a seasoned professional looking to take your business to the next level, this episode offers actionable advice to help you build a strong personal brand and grow your business through effective content creation. Tune in and discover how to leverage the power of content to differentiate yourself from the competition and establish yourself as a top realtor in your market.

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Mar 15, 202350:28
Episode 18: Serving Your Country, Community, and Yourself with Jarrod Lowe

Episode 18: Serving Your Country, Community, and Yourself with Jarrod Lowe

On this week's episode we have on Jarrod Lowe, a Southeast Florida realtor who describes himself as a true American Patriot. As a former marine veteran and past president of the 3rd largest local board of realtors in the nation, he elaborates on his goal to always leave a mark and make an impact by serving his community and the importance of getting involved to make a difference. With real estate being an unpredictable industry when it comes to your schedule, he emphasizes the importance of always being prepared, no matter the situation. With the values inherited from his mother and father, we dive in to how taking care of yourself is vital so you can show up for others during tough times. 

"If there's something that I can't control, then I know not to worry about it"

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Mar 09, 202350:10
Episode #17: Crossing Into Commercial with Gus Martinez
Mar 01, 202346:44
Episode #16: Doors Only Open When You Knock with Steven Ross

Episode #16: Doors Only Open When You Knock with Steven Ross

In today’s episode we sit with Steven Ross, Realtor and Author of the book “Doors Open When You Knock: A Realtor’s Handbook for Boundless Opportunity & Freedom”. Steven has built a successful real estate business twice doing one thing and one thing only: knocking on doors - over 125,000 of them. He has become an expert in taking difficult action over time and connecting with people in a way that turns strangers into fans. This self-described introvert who doesnt work nights or weekends talks about how he found success while being the worst type of person to be in real estate. “No agent wakes up in the morning and says, "Yay! Let's go knock on doors today!" But most agents would welcome the opportunity to be more grounded in their business and more connected to what's happening in the market.”

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Feb 16, 202338:53
Episode #15: Communicating your Value with Christine Citrano

Episode #15: Communicating your Value with Christine Citrano

On today's episode, we sit down with Naples agent and Inspiring Leader, Christine Citrano. After starting from scratch and obtaining years of experience in the industry, Christine shares valuable insights on the importance of staying true to yourself and focusing on what works best for your business. Hear about her fearless approach to embracing the unknown and the importance of understanding your strengths and weaknesses when partnering with other agents. Lessons learned along the way on communicating your value and service level that you provide. Be inspired by her open and flexible approach to client communication and her commitment to always putting their wants and needs before her own.

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Feb 08, 202333:36
Episode #14: Why "It Depends" is Always the Right Answer with Justin Nepola
Feb 02, 202334:21
Episode #13: Producing with Purpose with Kenny Silverman

Episode #13: Producing with Purpose with Kenny Silverman

On today's episode we sit down with Kenny Silverman, a Realtor based in the greater Fort Lauderdale area, and Corporate Director for Broward, Palm Beaches and St. Lucie Realtors. A master at niche and client focused marketing, he shares how he's achieved success in building rewarding connections with his clients by celebrating the client and not just the transaction, personable pop-bys and the most crucial component of all: consistency. This consistency is carried throughout his personal life by participating in community building initiatives, such as "adopt-a-street" or participating in local sports clubs. He rallies members of his community that are friends and past clients alike to further strengthen the bonds he's built, for a fulfilling business and life balance.

"“The people you know are more important than the people you don’t know.” - Kenny Silverman 

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Jan 25, 202333:55
Episode #12: Selling Dreams In Paradise with Courtney Conley

Episode #12: Selling Dreams In Paradise with Courtney Conley

On today's episode we sit down with Courtney Conley of "Conley Sales Group." From continuing her family's legacy in real estate at 19, Courtney has found her passion three years later at 21 with dozens of multi-million dollar deals under her belt and inspiring the next generation of agents. She offers us sound advice when it comes to fearlessly seeing a challenge through regardless of industry, investing in buyers through education, and the importance of not only being an effective mentor but also being a willing mentee. Waking up for the next challenge is what drives her business, because "if you're not doing it, somebody else is."

"Everyone you meet is going to buy or sell at some point in their lives." - Courtney Conley

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Jan 18, 202338:23
Episode #11: Setting Your Business For Success with David Serle

Episode #11: Setting Your Business For Success with David Serle

On this episode, we welcome David Serle, Broker of Remax Services based in Boca Raton to speak about his origin story and where it has taken him in his career path. David talks about how his family brought him into the Real Estate business through the Title and Escrow side. Using this experience, David knew what would happen in his deals and how to navigate issues that can come up along the way. From being an Agent to building a business as a Broker, the lessons learned along the way will give you some insight and true takeaways to apply to setting yourself up for success as a Real Estate Agent.

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Jan 11, 202345:41
Episode #10: Get Comfortable Being Uncomfortable with Brian Buckley

Episode #10: Get Comfortable Being Uncomfortable with Brian Buckley

On today's episode, we sit down with Brian Buckley, of the "Your Florida Agent" team. As the "Guy Fieri" of the real estate business, he tells us why being yourself is so important, how to stay consistent, and how he guides his team in the right direction for success, because team work makes the dream work. "If the people around you are successful, you are being successful." - Brian Buckley

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Jan 04, 202337:50
Episode #9: Returns Through Relocation and Reinvestment with Jacob Edri

Episode #9: Returns Through Relocation and Reinvestment with Jacob Edri

On today’s episode we sit down with Jacob Edri, of the “Move to South Florida” team. Living by his team slogan, “you can’t shovel sunshine,” he’s mastered building long term relationships while promoting the sunny South Florida community. From showing houses in full PPE (personal protective equipment) during COVID to going 100% referral based, he shares with us how he’s built his business from the ground up. With a formula of reinvesting into your customers through high quality follow-up, maintaining a solid business plan to ride the lows of the market, and diversifying your business to lock-in future growth, sometimes you have to “run around for peanuts…to get to the next level.” 

“My goal every day is to make three new connections. If you can do that, you’re going to have a business downline.” - Jacob Edri 

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Dec 29, 202243:51
Episode #8: Success a la Persistence with Esther Cohen

Episode #8: Success a la Persistence with Esther Cohen

On today's episode, we sit down with Esther Cohen, a top producer from the Miami area. As a boot-strapping transplant from New York, she shares how she has achieved a 100% referral based business by being the agent that never shies away from intense negotiations and how to succeed in a saturated market, all the while keeping the time with her family to recharge as a non-negotiable. "Stick to your schedule, color code your calendar, make time for yourself." - Esther Cohen

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Dec 22, 202241:16
Episode #7: Embracing #2 Before Being #1 with P.J Vilardo

Episode #7: Embracing #2 Before Being #1 with P.J Vilardo

On today's episode, we sit down with Pasquale "P.J." Vilardo, President of Millennium Mortgage. As a "blue collar guy in a white collar industry,'' he gives us insight on his journey to entrepreneurship, how having a servant's heart can help set you apart in a saturated industry and that long-term growth is the true key to success, because sometimes you have to be #2 to get a shot at being #1.  "A lender is only as good as their agent." - PJ Vilardo 

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Dec 14, 202241:37
Episode #6: Compassion Builds Community with Rex Hardin
Dec 07, 202249:32
Episode #5: Leaders are Made not Born with Leslie Suarez
Nov 30, 202244:08
Episode #4: Integrity at Any Scale with Lilli Schipper
Nov 23, 202247:33
Episode #3: Elevate Your Network with Eliana Blech
Nov 17, 202237:41
Episode #2: Opening Doors and Closing Deals with Stacy Plean

Episode #2: Opening Doors and Closing Deals with Stacy Plean

On today's episode, we sit down with Stacy Plean of "Stacy & Doug." With nearly twenty years of experience in the industry, she chats with us on the importance of getting in front of the right person, fostering customer relationships that can last a lifetime, and how the right CRM can elevate your business, without losing your impact. As a Long Island transplant, Stacy quickly learned that to build your book of business you can't be a "silent agent" or afraid of the "tough" customers. Subscribe to The No-Bull Broker! https://www.youtube.com/@thenobullbroker You can follow Stacy below! IG: @stacyrealtor61 FB: https://www.facebook.com/stacy.a.kesner https://www.stacyanddoug.com/
Nov 09, 202243:31
Episode #1: Raising the BAAR with Robbi Auerbach of The Baar Group
Nov 02, 202250:50