Intentional Improvement
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Intentional Improvement
How Social Media Has Changed the Real Estate Game W/ Shannon Gilette
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You do not need a massive budget or instant fame to build a business people trust. You need consistency, clarity, and the courage to show up as yourself.
In this episode, the host sits down with Shannon Gillette, one of the top Realtors in Arizona, leader of the Gillette Group, founder of the Awaken Summit, and a nationally recognized real estate leader known for her bold voice of faith in the industry, to talk about building a business through personal branding and social media.
Shannon shares what it was like to start with zero followers, no budget for leads, and a lot of uncertainty, and why she chose to stay consistent even when it felt uncomfortable. She explains why posting only “just listed, just sold” content rarely builds trust, how Instagram Stories and video help people get to know you before they ever reach out, and why showing who you are matters in a crowded market. She also talks about how faith shapes her work, the pressure that comes with real estate, and what it looks like to keep going without expecting overnight results.
This conversation is a reminder that building a real estate business is not only about transactions. It is about showing up. It is about earning trust. And it is about doing the work long enough for people to see and choose you.
Topics Covered:
00:00 – Shannon’s start in real estate and early fears
01:36 – Creating content that attracts the right audience
03:03 – Fear as part of growth
04:58 – Connection over selling
05:55 – How social media brings referrals
07:19 – There is no overnight success
08:30 – The birth of the Awaken Summit
10:12 – The vision: faith, industry burnout, and purpose
12:17 – Building the speaker lineup
14:49 – Choosing action over regret
15:47 – Why spreading the word matters
17:06 – Faith as a foundation for business
17:56 – How to connect with Shannon
Awaken Summit Tickets:
To learn more about the Awaken Summit or to get your tickets, visit https://www.awakensummit.com/tickets
Connect with Shannon Gillette:
- Web: https://gillettegroupaz.com/
- FB: https://www.facebook.com/gillettegroupaz/
- YT: www.youtube.com/@shannon_gillette
- IG: https://www.instagram.com/shannon_gillette/
Connect with Erica:
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ericalemarr
- Email: ericalemarr@gmail.com
