Episode 9: From Showgrounds to Sold Signs: Alexander Shean’s Real Estate Journey

On this episode of Task Me Anything, we’re joined by Alexander Shean, co-owner of Ray White Ascot and a standout figure in Brisbane real estate. From his early days working the traveling show circuit with his family to leading a high-performing real estate office, Alexander’s journey is anything but typical—and that’s exactly what makes it inspiring.

Alexander opens up about the people skills he developed as a sideshow spruiker, how he transitioned into real estate, and the lessons he’s learned since stepping into business ownership. He also shares how virtual assistants (VAs) have streamlined his agency’s operations and created space for deeper client relationships, better data practices, and more productive teams.

This candid conversation blends personal storytelling with practical takeaways—perfect for agents, business owners, or anyone navigating growth in a service-driven industry.

🗂️ Episode Breakdown

00:00 – 02:00 | Introduction & Icebreakers

• Meet Alexander Shean: real estate principal, bungee jumper, and leader
• Bungee vs. skydiving: which was scarier and why

02:01 – 06:00 | Life in the Showgrounds

• Growing up in a multi-generation traveling show family
• From dodgems to spruiking: learning crowd engagement early
• How show life taught him sales, presence, and energy

06:01 – 09:00 | Starting in Real Estate

• A career pivot from hospitality to real estate in Ascot
• Following in his father’s footsteps
• Loyalty to Ray White: culture, training, and opportunity

09:01 – 13:00 | Leadership & Business Ownership

• Stepping into co-ownership in 2022
• The mindset shift from agent to team leader
• Supporting a team of 40+ across sales and property management

13:01 – 16:00 | Unlocking Scale Through Virtual Assistants

• Why previous VA experiences didn’t work—and what changed
• Training, structure, and daily inclusion as keys to success
• VA integration stories from both the sales and PM teams

16:01 – 19:00 | The Power of Data & Process

• Creating ideal weeks for VAs and agents
• Building databases for long-term growth
• Using tools like NurtureCloud and leveraging AI to stay ahead

19:01 – 22:00 | Crystal Ball: Market Predictions & Olympic Buzz

• The outlook for Brisbane’s blue-chip suburbs
• Anticipated growth leading into the 2032 Olympics
• The evolving real estate landscape in Hamilton, Ascot & Clayfield

📌 Key Takeaways

• Communication skills are built in the trenches—sometimes on the carnival stage
• Leadership is about shifting focus from personal success to team success
• VAs can be transformative with the right onboarding and inclusion
• Data, systems, and culture are foundational to scalable growth
• Brisbane property is on a steady rise—with major movement expected pre-Olympics

🎧 Tune into this episode of Task Me Anything to discover how Alexander Shean is building a legacy in real estate, one system, one sale, and one team win at a time.