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The PROFITABLE Real Estate Agent

With over 2 decades as an active real estate agent, Vanessa Barnes has mastered the art of building a successful and profitable business. She shares failures, lessons learned, and proven strategies that paved the way to her selling over $380Mil+ in real estate. Dedicated to reducing the industry's high failure rate (NAR: 75% year 1 and 87% by year 5), she equips agents with actionable tools to build a profitable AND sustainable business. If you are ready to MAKE MONEY as a real estate agent, hit play and follow the show so you don’t miss an episode.
Find me on IG @vanessafranzbarnes

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Average duration
19 minutes
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50
Years Active
2023 - 2025
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You’re a BAD-A$$ {EP 22}

You’re a BAD-A$$ {EP 22}

I’m sure the title of today’s episode caught your attention, and for good reason. 

This whole conversation started with a phone call that made me stop and really think about my own ambition, where it …

00:12:54  |   Wed 10 Sep 2025
Want to close 2-3 homes a month consistently? Start Here {EP 21}

Want to close 2-3 homes a month consistently? Start Here {EP 21}

If you’re not closing 2–3 homes a month consistently, this episode is for you.

I’m breaking down the 3 core skills that separate agents who ride the income roller coaster from those who build predicta…

00:10:33  |   Wed 03 Sep 2025
1.6 Million REALTORS®: How to Stand Out? [Ep 20]

1.6 Million REALTORS®: How to Stand Out? [Ep 20]

With over 1.6 million REALTORS® in the U.S. (and even more licensed agents), it’s easy to feel the market is oversaturated.

BUT…most agents are not building consistent, sustainable businesses. And thi…

00:16:24  |   Thu 28 Aug 2025
Success in Real Estate Without Social Media? [Ep 19]

Success in Real Estate Without Social Media? [Ep 19]

There’s a lot of pressure to show up online 24/7. But what if you don’t love social media? 


In this episode, I’m sharing a real talk perspective that most coaches won’t tell you: I built a $380 millio…

00:12:15  |   Wed 20 Aug 2025
The 48 Hour Buyer Agreement

The 48 Hour Buyer Agreement

Ever signed a buyer agreement… and ended it two days later?

In this episode, I’m sharing the real story of my shortest buyer agreement ever and why I walked away.

Because if you’ve ever felt guilty abo…

00:09:21  |   Tue 12 Aug 2025
Thinking About Quitting? Listen to This First

Thinking About Quitting? Listen to This First

Googling other jobs? Ready to start driving for Uber? Or go back to a 9-5? 

You are not alone.  

BUT... Before you quit - listen to this episode. 

I’m sharing exactly what I’d say if we were sitting acr…

00:09:33  |   Wed 06 Aug 2025
Want Predictable Income? It Starts With This One Number

Want Predictable Income? It Starts With This One Number

Closings one month, crickets the next?

If your income feels unpredictable—and you’re constantly guessing what to focus on—you’re not alone. Most real estate agents were never taught how to create a co…

00:11:20  |   Wed 30 Jul 2025
Why the Client Ghosted You (It’s Not What You Think)

Why the Client Ghosted You (It’s Not What You Think)

Ever had a lead ghost you after what felt like a great conversation?

You followed up… waited… and got silence.

In this episode, I’m breaking down what’s really happening when clients go quiet and how t…

00:11:18  |   Tue 22 Jul 2025
Stuck on the Income Roller Coaster? Let's fix that!

Stuck on the Income Roller Coaster? Let's fix that!

Have you closed a few homes or even hit $100K once but can’t seem to get back there?

You’re not alone. I talk to agents all the time who feel like they’re doing all the right things… but the results s…

00:13:32  |   Wed 16 Jul 2025
The Weekly Schedule Every Agent Should Follow

The Weekly Schedule Every Agent Should Follow

You hear it all the time: “Treat your real estate license like a business.” But what does that actually look like—hour by hour?

In this episode, I’m walking you through the exact structure of a profit…

00:15:49  |   Wed 09 Jul 2025
Why am I NOT seeing results (YET)!?

Why am I NOT seeing results (YET)!?

If you’ve ever thought, “I’m working so hard—so why am I not making money yet?”—you’re not alone. 

I see this all the time with real estate agents who are showing up, putting in the hours, but not see…

00:12:53  |   Wed 02 Jul 2025
The one question every agent should ask (but most don’t)

The one question every agent should ask (but most don’t)

There’s one simple question that can completely shift your next client conversation and most agents aren’t asking it.

It’s not a script.

It’s not a pitch.

It’s a question that helps you stand out immedi…

00:09:52  |   Wed 25 Jun 2025
You Have a Lead…Now What?

You Have a Lead…Now What?

You’ve got a lead… now what? If follow-up feels confusing, awkward, or like something you only do when you “have time,” this episode is a must-listen. 

I break down the three most important shifts rea…

00:13:02  |   Wed 18 Jun 2025
The $100K Gap: Why Agents Stay Stuck

The $100K Gap: Why Agents Stay Stuck

Hitting $100K and staying there consistently isn’t about doing more, it’s about doing the right things consistently. But even when agents know what to do, nearly 70% still don’t make it to six figure…

00:13:25  |   Wed 11 Jun 2025
Create NOW Business (Without Overcomplicating It)

Create NOW Business (Without Overcomplicating It)

When business feels slow, it’s easy to panic and start focusing on the wrong things, like tweaking your logo or picking the perfect brand colors. But if you needed to get a client today, would that r…

00:11:55  |   Wed 04 Jun 2025
Run your real estate business like a CEO

Run your real estate business like a CEO

When I got my real estate license, I thought I was just becoming an agent. What I didn’t realize was that I had just stepped into the role of CEO. And let me tell you,I had no idea how much I didn’t …

00:12:30  |   Wed 28 May 2025
Ask for the business without sounding

Ask for the business without sounding "salesy"

It is time to shift your mindset. So, you can stop hesitating and start showing up as the confident real estate agent that you are! 

What You'll Learn:

• Why asking for the business feels hard

• Simple…

00:09:47  |   Wed 21 May 2025
3 Key Lessons Every Real Estate Agent Needs to Hear

3 Key Lessons Every Real Estate Agent Needs to Hear

Hitting your first $100K in real estate isn’t just a goal—it’s the foundation of your business. But the journey? It’s not always pretty. It’s filled with mindset battles, mistakes, and moments where …

00:20:50  |   Wed 14 May 2025
Turn Your Lead Gen Strategies into a $100K Action Plan

Turn Your Lead Gen Strategies into a $100K Action Plan

Still not seeing results with your lead generation efforts? You’re not alone — and the truth is, picking your strategies is just the first step. Without a written plan, your lead generation will alwa…

00:12:16  |   Wed 07 May 2025
Why one lead generation strategy is NOT enough!

Why one lead generation strategy is NOT enough!

Still wondering where your next client is coming from? You’re not alone. In this episode, we’re narrowing in on your three core lead generation strategies, the foundation for a consistent and profita…

00:12:53  |   Wed 30 Apr 2025
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