Beyond The Closing Table - Hosted by Michael Martin of the Martin Mortgage Group
Beyond the Closing Table is your inside look at the strategies, stories, and secrets of top-performing real estate agents, loan officers, and entrepreneurs. Hosted by Michael Martin, a seasoned residential mortgage loan officer in Raleigh, NC, this podcast dives deep into the world of real estate and business. Whether you're looking to sharpen your skills, learn from industry leaders, or hear inspiring success stories, Beyond the Closing Table delivers actionable insights and engaging conversations. Join us as we go beyond the transactions and uncover what it takes to thrive in today’s dynamic market.
Beyond The Closing Table - Hosted by Michael Martin of the Martin Mortgage Group
From Performer to Powerhouse: Anna Powell on Building Culture & Closing Big
In this episode of Beyond the Closing Table, I sit down with Anna Powell — founder of APRE powered by eXp, a top 1.5% Realtor nationally, and a powerhouse team leader based in Fuquay-Varina, NC.
Anna shares her unexpected journey from the world of performing arts to becoming one of the most respected and intentional real estate leaders in the Triangle. We explore how she’s scaled her business with EOS, developed her leadership through Working Genius, and leveled up her communication through Amplify with René Rodriguez.
She opens up about what it takes to build a values-driven culture, the mistakes that taught her the most, and how she balances bold growth with personal authenticity. Plus, we get into her hottest takes on FSBOs, hiring, and what every buyer and seller needs to hear right now.
🎯 You’ll Learn:
- Why her performing arts past gave her an edge in real estate
- How EOS helped her go from solo agent to leading 30+ team members
- What Working Genius revealed about her leadership blind spots
- A behind-the-scenes look at Amplify with René Rodriguez
- What she believes every team leader needs to master — fast