Realtor Safety and Self Defence
Realtor Safety and Self Defence is a bold podcast hosted by the dynamic husband and wife team of Rob and Beth Andress. As the founders and operators of Street Safe Self Defence, they bring a wealth of violence prevention knowledge and experience to the table. Rob has over 3 decades of experience as a real estate professional and understands the risks you face every day in your industry. Together, Rob and Beth have changed the way real estate professionals do their jobs and helped thousands of professionals who work within the Real Estate Industry across Canada have a safer career – and life.
Deeply rooted in their programs is a comprehensive understanding of violence, predatory behaviour, and the human body's response to fear and threats. Equally vital is the cultivation of awareness and the right mindset necessary to fight for one's life.
Rob and Beth seamlessly combine these critical foundations with easy-to-learn and memorable skills that are universally effective. Their mission is to empower real estate professionals from across Toronto, Hamilton, Durham, Edmonton, Winnipeg, Vancouver and the rest of Canada, with the tools and knowledge to create safe spaces for themselves every day while doing their jobs.
Join Rob and Beth Andress on as they delve into engaging discussions, share personal anecdotes, and interview industry experts. Together, they unravel the complexities of prospects vs. predators, safety protocols, and the psychology behind preventing and responding to potential threats. Whether you're a seasoned real estate professional or just starting your career, this podcast is a must-listen for anyone seeking to enhance their personal safety in the demanding world of real estate
Realtor Safety and Self Defence
Latest Episodes
Creepology
In this episode Rob and Beth discuss the issue of "creepers" or low-level sexual predators in the real estate industry. They highlight the importance of setting boundaries and not tolerating inappropriate behaviour, even if it might ris...
What is a Process Predator?
In this episode Rob and Beth discuss the concept of a "process predator" in the real estate industry, based on an article by Lee Goldstein and Dave Ledger. A process predator is an individual who learns from contacting multiple realtors...
When Realtors are Too Polite for Their Own Safety
It’s an odd problem being too polite. But realtors often put their safety at risk by being overly polite and accommodating. Admirable qualities for sure but they can lead to them ignoring their intuition when something feels off. &n...
Debunking the Myths of Mobile Safety Apps in Real Estate
In a discussion about realtor safety mobile apps, Beth and Rob express their skepticism about the effectiveness of these tools. Safety starts with the individual, not with a gadget or app. There are limitations with saf...
Why Real Estate Agents Should NOT Carry Weapons for Self-Defence
There are misconceptions about self-defence tools… even dangers. And this applies to realtors in particular. Carrying such tools, like pepper spray or knives, can escalate situations and potentially put the realtor in m...
