Épisodes

  • Robbie Lofaro on Culture, Courage, and Scaling Without Compromise
    Jul 28 2025

    In this episode of Unstoppable, Jacqui Barnes and Angela Avgerinos sit down with Robbie Lofaro, one of Harcourts' youngest business owners and a leader redefining what’s possible in real estate. At just 25, Robbie bought his first office and has since scaled to over 150 team members across multiple locations. He shares his journey of backing himself, building culture-first teams, and letting leadership, not ego, guide the way.

    What We Cover

    • Going all-in: how Robbie stopped selling to become a full-time leader
    • Growing from 10 to 150 staff in four years without cutting corners
    • Why culture is non-negotiable, even if it means letting top performers go
    • Structuring a business to actually support agents like clients
    • Building training, media, and tech teams to scale sustainably
    • Leading with consistency, humility, and a clear vision
    • Why some agents thrive, and others quietly sabotage their own potential

    Why Listen

    This episode is a masterclass in bold leadership, smart systems, and the power of getting out of your own way. Robbie’s approach proves that age doesn’t define leadership, clarity, consistency, and courage do.

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    35 min
  • Fiona Blayney on Leadership, Chaos, and Letting Go of “Having It All”
    Jul 14 2025

    In this episode of Unstoppable, Jacqui Barnes and Angela Avgerinos sit down with Fiona Blayney, CEO of Real Plus and one of the most influential voices in real estate leadership. Known for her sharp thinking and no-nonsense approach, Fiona unpacks the myth of “having it all,” the realities of leadership, and why integration (not balance) is the real secret to success.

    What We Cover

    • Why “having it all” is a myth and what to aim for instead
    • The truth about chaos, control, and finding your version of balance
    • Leadership without followers: what real influence looks like
    • How business owners can stop managing and start leading
    • PM benchmarks, burnout, and why tech should support, not replace people
    • What separates resilient, successful real estate businesses from the rest

    Why Listen

    Fiona cuts through the fluff with clarity and heart. If you’ve ever questioned your capacity, struggled to lead with impact, or wanted to better align your work and life this one’s a must.

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    38 min
  • Scaling with Purpose: Nick Georges on Trust and Letting Go
    Jun 30 2025

    In this episode of Unstoppable, Jacqui Barnes and Angela Avgerinos chat with Nick Georges, industry leader, strategist, and co-founder of Wingman. From managing portfolios to driving some of the biggest acquisitions in real estate, Nick shares how relationships, trust, and letting go of control have helped him scale one of the fastest-growing businesses in the industry.

    What We Cover

    • Nick’s leap from corporate to startup and how he backed himself
    • What real leadership looks like
    • Scaling Wingman from 25 to 1,100+ staff in just 18 months
    • Why real estate still needs humans and how AI and outsourcing can support that
    • How to stop overcomplicating your business and get out of your own way
    • Cybersecurity, tech, and what the smartest business owners are doing next

    Why Listen

    If you’ve ever wrestled with control, felt stuck in your growth, or want to scale smarter, Nick lays out the mindset and structure that actually gets results. No fluff. Just what works.

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    29 min
  • Leading with Impact: Lisa Pennell on Culture, Courage, and Real Change
    Jun 16 2025

    In this episode of Unstoppable, Jacqui Barnes and Angela Avgerinos sit down with Lisa Pennell, CEO of Barry Plant. Lisa shares how she’s led a major transformation of one of Melbourne’s most iconic real estate networks, rebuilding the brand from the inside out with bold strategy, deep empathy, and an unwavering focus on human connection.

    What We Cover

    • The behind-the-scenes shift that led Barry Plant to take out Major Network of the Year
    • How Lisa led large-scale change across tech, culture, and leadership
    • Why psychological safety is now non-negotiable for high performance
    • The difference between intention and impact and why it matters
    • Leadership ego, humility, and building trust through tough conversations
    • What the industry really needs to talk about (but often doesn’t)

    Why Listen

    If you lead a team, a business, or are stepping into a leadership role, this episode is packed with sharp thinking and grounded, actionable advice. Lisa keeps it real, and that’s what makes it powerful.

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    22 min
  • Leading Without Burning Out: Rebecca Halton on Growth, Boundaries, and Sustainable Success
    Jun 2 2025

    In this episode of UNSTOPPABLE, Jacqui Barnes and Angela Avgerinos chat with Rebecca Halton, CEO of LJ Hooker Property Experience. Rebecca shares her journey of scaling a high-performing business, overcoming burnout, redefining leadership, and how protecting her time has transformed her success, both professionally and personally.

    What We Cover

    • The real warning signs of burnout and how Rebecca came back stronger
    • Why being “busy” is not a badge of honour
    • Shifting from manager to true leader
    • How motherhood reshaped her leadership style
    • Setting better boundaries and building sustainable growth
    • The conversations the real estate industry still needs to have

    Why Listen

    If you’re chasing growth but feeling the pressure, Rebecca’s story will show you it’s possible to lead, grow, and thrive without losing yourself in the process.

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    33 min
  • Owning Your Story: Why Authenticity and Vulnerability Are Your Real Superpowers
    May 19 2025

    In this episode of UNSTOPPABLE, Jacqui Barnes and Angela Avgerinos are joined by Andy Reid, auctioneer, high-performance coach, and now author of Success Curious. Andy shares the raw reality of writing his first book, building a purpose-driven career, and why authenticity and vulnerability are the true currencies of success.

    What We Cover

    • Defining success on your own terms
    • The reality of writing a book
    • Why authenticity is the real professional advantage
    • How vulnerability leads to true leadership
    • Lessons in growth, resilience, and staying curious
    • The biggest myth in real estate and what’s coming next

    Why Listen

    If you’ve ever battled imposter syndrome, struggled with authenticity, or just needed a reminder to back yourself, Andy’s story will hit home and push you forward.

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    30 min
  • Building High-Performance Teams: How Avi Khan Scales with Vision and Grit
    May 5 2025

    In this episode of UNSTOPPABLE, Jacqui Barnes and Angela Avgerinos sit down with Avi Khan, the force behind Ray White AKG. Known for building high-performing teams and redefining leadership in Queensland real estate, Avi shares the bold strategies, mindset shifts, and leadership lessons that have fuelled his extraordinary growth journey.

    What We Cover

    • The conversation the industry needs but isn’t having
    • Why customer service starts with your internal team
    • Building a business by creating specialist roles
    • Rethinking recruitment events
    • Coping with criticism and confused admirers
    • Succession planning, scaling through acquisitions, and leading with impact

    Why Listen

    If you’re serious about scaling a business, leading people better, or just doing things differently, Avi’s no-nonsense insights will get you thinking and taking action.

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    32 min
  • Bold Moves & Real Talk: Leanne Pilkington on Reinventing Leadership
    Apr 21 2025

    In this episode of UNSTOPPABLE, Jacqui Barnes and Angela Avgerinos chat with industry powerhouse Leanne Pilkington - CEO of Laing+Simmons, REIA President, and founder of Real Women in Real Estate (RWIRE). Leanne shares candid insights from her career journey, from family business roots to driving industry change, leadership lessons, and the mindset shifts that reshaped her path.

    What We Cover

    • Leanne’s start in real estate and what’s kept her inspired
    • How personal growth fueled her leadership evolution
    • Her proudest achievements at Laing+Simmons
    • Why she launched RWIRE and why it still matters
    • Facing imposter syndrome and learning to back herself
    • Her take on leadership today and where it’s headed

    Why Listen

    If you’ve ever questioned your next step or struggled to lead with confidence, Leanne’s story is the real, raw reminder we all need. This is leadership without the filter.

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    21 min