The Thoughtful Realtor Podcast

Is the life of a Realtor really as glamorous as it seems? Join co-hosts Kenny Gong, Connie Chung, and Cliff Tsang for an entertaining chat on the myths we’ve heard about our industry, our jobs, and the people in it. Spoiler (although we doubt you’ll be surprised): Our days aren’t quite like the ones you see on Selling Sunset or Million Dollar Listing…

In this one-on-one episode of The Thoughtful Realtor podcast, we’re envisioning what success means in all aspects of our lives. Co-host Kenny Gong shares how he uses strategic, intentional, and thoughtful goal-setting to empower others to create truly effective plans of action. Using simple questions, Kenny shares a high-level process and a simple framework that can keep you centered and pointed our way towards true growth and purpose.

Being guided by the right coach or mentor can be a truly transformative experience. They can empower you to realize and actualize your full potential – in life and in your career. In this episode, co-hosts Connie Chung, Kenny Gong, and Cliff Tsang dive deep into their personal experiences and how coaching and mentorship have profoundly affected their individual paths – being coached and mentored themselves, and coaching and mentoring others. Listen in!

So much of being a Realtor is juggling a lot of different tasks, coming from all directions, and a seemingly never-ending list of to-do’s. In this episode, exceptional task crusher and Willowmar teammate Phoebe Syn shares with co-host Cliff Tsang her mindset, methodologies, and tactics on dealing with a to-do list that can sometimes feel overwhelming. If you’re a struggling scheduler, bask in Phoebe’s positive energy and practical advice on being intentional with your time and strategic with your tasks.

How has your definition of success evolved over time? In this episode, co-hosts Cliff Tsang and Kenny Gong share what success has looked like in their different phases of life, from childhood until today. They get into the experiences and influences that have shaped what balance looks like for them and how their values are making successful lives into meaningful ones, too.

What is needed to cultivate authentic connections? In this episode of The Thoughtful Realtor podcast, co-host Connie Chung brings in Willowmar teammate Brandea Bunnag to share how she nurtures genuine relationships – and how those relationships have been foundational to her success in life and in business, including recent recognition by the National Association of Realtors and California Association of Realtors. Listen in on the importance of authenticity, empathy, and trust in navigating through the highs and lows of the sometimes ruthless real estate industry.

As real estate professionals, we are faced with ALL kinds of personalities, ALL the time – and, sometimes, those personalities can be difficult to navigate. In this one-on-one episode, co-host Cliff Tsang shares how he thinks through the best ways to maneuver personalities that may be challenging, uncooperative, or just plain unpleasant. Moreover, with tact, grace, and an open heart, Cliff also shares how listening with empathy and an open heart can, ultimately, lead to crucial points of connection and rapport.

Be our guest for this one-on-one episode with co-host Connie Chung on being the host with the most. Connie shares some of her favorite recent events as a host and as a guest – and breaks down the elements that make them so enjoyable. Hosting is a true art form and Connie has some easy, actionable tips to inspire your next event and remind you that the essence of hosting is to bring guests together for gatherings that create true memories.

If it’s easier for you to offer help than to receive it, listen in to this one-on-one episode with co-host Kenny Gong. Kenny opens up about his challenges around asking for help and personal experiences learning to accept help from those around him. Asking for help can not only be a form of self-care but also a way to nurture connection and community – and a move toward finding and focusing on your greatest value.

In this AMA: Ask Me Anything, co-host Cliff Tsang shares deep wisdom with co-hosts Connie Chung and Kenny Gong from the challenges of taking the high road, to how personal coaching transformed his life for the better to his VERY comprehensive system of personal calendaring. Cliff’s candid responses and revelations abound is a real and vulnerable conversation.