More Than More

Clues to Success: Renee Dunkel

CLUES TO SUCCESS | Angela sits down with Renee Dunkel to unpack the secrets behind her record-breaking start to 2025. From casual conversations that turn into million-dollar deals to hosting unforgettable client events, Renee shares how she’s built a referral-based business that keeps growing. They dive into what’s working, the lessons she’s learned, and why relationships—not cold calls—are the key to long-term success.
 
Speakers:
Renee Dunkel, top agent in Urbandale, IA
Angela Fisher, Agent Development Director
 
Renee Dunkel has been a REALTOR® since 2016 and a top producer at CENTURY 21 in Urbandale, IA. She thrives on building relationships, providing exceptional service, and making real estate a fun and rewarding experience for her clients.
 
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How to Build Systematic Success with SOPs

BUILD A BETTER BUSINESS | Running a business without systems is a recipe for chaos. Laura Major shares how documenting Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) has helped her streamline transactions, improve client relationships, and gain peace of mind. She talks about the key areas she has systemized, including lead conversion, buyer transactions, and listing marketing
Speakers:
Angela Fisher, Agent Development Director
Laura Major, Agent in Des Moines, IA
Laura Major has been a licensed real estate agent since 2021. She primarily serves the Des Moines, IA area and is the 2022 Rookie of the Year Award winner. 
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The Dream of Homeownership

THE BACKSTAGE | Buying a home is one of the biggest financial decisions you'll ever make, but with so much information to sort through and obstacles to navigate, where do you start? In this episode, Dylan, Vic, Anna, and Abbie share their personal homeownership journeys, the steps they took, the mistakes they wish they had avoided, and their long-term real estate goals. They discuss the benefits of homeownership, the value of seeking expert advice, and programs available for first-time buyers.
 
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Working in Your Unique Ability®

THE BACKSTAGE | What if the key to a thriving team isn’t just hard work, but truly understanding what makes each person exceptional? In this episode, Vic, Anna, Abbie, and Dylan dive into the power of recognizing and utilizing Unique Abilities®. They share their own journeys of self-discovery, how other tools like the Enneagram and StrengthsFinder impacted discovering their Unique Abilities®, and unpack how embracing individual strengths leads to better teamwork, personal growth, and organizational success. 
 
Access Unique Ability® resources here.
 
Speakers:
Dylan de Bruin, Broker/Owner
Vic Stefansen, Director of HR, Care & Connection
Anna Culbertson, Director of Operations
Abbie Dorwart, Director of Marketing 
 
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Real Estate Market Update: February 2025

Join Dylan and Travis as they break down the latest real estate market trends and what’s ahead for 2025. They’ll dive into inventory projections, interest rates, and buyer demand while sharing strategies for staying consultative and transparent with clients. Plus, they’ll discuss the challenges of market oversaturation and navigating a negative news cycle. 
 
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Authentic Brand Building with Emily Miller

MARKETING PLAYBOOK | Discover how being genuine, connecting with local audiences, and infusing personality into marketing can attract great clients and build a standout brand. Emily Miller shares her insights, challenges, and the tools that helped her social media thrive.
 
Speakers:
Emily Miller, Agent in Des Moines, IA
Staci Stillmunkes, Agent Marketing Services Coordinator
 
Emily Miller has been a licensed real estate agent since 2021 and primarily serves the Des Moines, IA area. She is on the Hokel Team in our Ankeny office. 
 
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Leveraging Buffini Teachings To Build a Business

RELENTLESS ON THE RISE |  Real estate can be overwhelming with so much information to navigate, but courses like 100 Days to Greatness® help new agents cut through the noise with proven systems they can rely on for long-term success. Amy Simpson and Deb Bartholomew share how Buffini & Company’s 100 Days to Greatness course helped launch their careers. They discuss how the course equipped them with tools, scripts, conversation starters, and other valuable resources to generate leads, build trust, and handle clients and transactions with confidence
 
Speakers:
Amy Simpson, agent in Ankeny, IA
Deb Bartholomew, real estate agent in Urbandale, IA
Teske Vance, New Agent Success Manager
 
Amy Simpson has been a licensed real estate agent since 2024. She is on the Rob Wheeler Team in our Ankeny office. 
 
Deb Bartholomew has been a licensed real estate agent since 2024. 
 
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Survival to Significance: Systems

MORE THAN MORE: IDEAS | Most real estate agents start out overwhelmed and without a clear plan. Learn how to go from survival to significance by building a self-managing business based on systems.
Angela joins Dylan to break down essential systems for leads, transactions, and marketing—key pillars of a well-run business. They also cover executive systems (CEO, COO, CFO roles), strategic business planning, and how to structure your business to run without you.
Access our roadmap to building a self-managing business here. 
Speakers:
Dylan de Bruin, Broker/Owner
Angela Fisher, Agent Development Director
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Crushing with Conversations

BUILD A BETTER BUSINESS |  Angela sits down with Tyra to spill the secrets behind her sales contest success. From fun pop-bys with clients to landing surprise referrals, Tyra shares how personal connections turned into big wins. They dive into the power of teamwork, asking for referrals, and why face-to-face connections are worth the effort.
 
Speakers:
Tyra McAbee, top agent and broker in Cedar Rapids, IA
Angela Fisher, Agent Development Director
 
Tyra McAbee has been a licensed real estate agent since 2011 and is a top producer in the Cedar Rapids and Vinton, IA areas. She leads the McAbee Real Estate Team and is the Transaction Broker of the C21SRE Cedar Rapids office. You can find her on Facebook at McAbee Real Estate Team. 
 
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Using Market Absorption Analysis to Tell a Story to your Sellers

BUILD A BETTER BUSINESS | Helping sellers understand the market goes beyond just statistics; it’s about telling a story that guides them toward the right decisions. Angela and Dylan walk through how to conduct, interpret, and communicate a market absorption analysis to set clear expectations, offer valuable insights, and help clients make informed choices and set a competitive pricing strategy. 
Access our market absorption analysis resources here.
Speakers:
Dylan de Bruin, Broker/Owner
Angela Fisher, Agent Development Director
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