“You Don’t Need to Go Solo. Join a Team, Skip the Pain.” ~ Emma Lefkowitz

What would happen if you said “yes” to the very thing you’re trying to avoid?

Real estate leader and San Diego top producer Emma Lefkowitz joins host Jonathan Mitchell to break down her unconventional rise from resisting real estate to running one of the most successful teams in the region. What started as a part-time paperwork gig for her broker mom turned into a 21-year journey marked by leadership, social media savvy, and smart investing.

Emma unpacks how she built The Barron Group, what it really takes to lead high-performing agents, and why her “Start with Yes” mantra changed everything.

Are you an agent who is ready to grow but looking for the right leadership and support? Reach out to Emma Lefkowitz and see if The Barron Group is the place for you. She’s building something special but only bringing on those who are truly ready to work, learn, and give back.

Chapters

00:00 From Reluctant Realtor to San Diego Powerhouse
 07:35 Building a Team That Actually Works
 14:25 Instagram Strategy and Content That Converts
 21:10 Smart Investing in a Shifting Market
 28:05 Leading with Heart, Hustle, and High Standards
 35:00 Partnerships, Recruiting, and Real Culture

Quotes:

“Start with yes. Say yes to the opportunity… you can always say no later.” – Emma Lefkowitz

“Leadership wasn’t natural to me. I had to read books, take classes, and keep learning.” – Emma Lefkowitz

“There’s no one way to do real estate… but you need a system that works for you.” – Emma Lefkowitz

“If you’re not getting haters, you’re not playing big enough.” – Emma Lefkowitz

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