25 Hours - The Cost of Success: The Burnout We Never Talked About

How AI Is Changing Real Estate with Dr. Sarah Bell

In this episode of 25 Hours, we sit down with Dr Sarah Bell, one of real estate’s most influential voices in technology, AI and innovation. Sarah shares her thoughts on where the industry is heading, how agents should be using AI, what technology can never replace, and how the best agents of the future will balance automation with genuine human connection.

The Laws That Could Change Real Estate Forever

In this episode of 25 Hours with Lisa Novak and Immy Callister, Lisa and Immy dive into the changes shaking up real estate — and let’s just say, the industry’s favourite grey areas are getting a lot harder to hide. From incoming AML obligations for agents, to Victoria’s push for greater transparency around disclosed sale prices (and the ongoing debate about auction reserves), they unpack what these reforms really mean for vendors, buyers, agents, and the future of the market. With regulators demanding more accountability and consumers demanding more transparency, are we witnessing the end of underquoting, hidden numbers, and “trust me” real estate? A candid, thought-provoking conversation about compliance, consumer confidence, and whether the industry is ready for a new era where transparency isn’t optional.

The 28-year-old superstar from a town of 1000 with Jess Doolan

At just 28 years old, Jess Doolan has become one of Australia's highest-performing female real estate agents, selling more than 70 homes in a year and building a reputation founded on trust, resilience, and hard work. In this episode, Jess shares her journey from a small country town to the top of the industry, the sacrifices behind her success, the reality of working alongside her husband, who is also her competition, and why patience, humility, and staying true to yourself are the ultimate competitive advantages. 🎙️✨

25 Hours - The Cost of Success: The Burnout We Never Talked About

What if your success is costing you your happiness? Behind the awards, sold stickers, and million-dollar months lies a reality few agents talk about — burnout, anxiety, pressure, and sacrifice. In this raw episode of 25 Hours, Lisa Novak and Imogen Callister explore the hidden cost of high performance and why success should never come at the expense of your health, relationships, or happiness. Because what’s the point of winning if you lose yourself along the way?

How To Create More Buyers In A Slower Market

HOW TO CREATE BUYERS IN A SLOWER MARKET When markets boom, almost every agent looks good. But when buyers disappear, confidence drops and listings become harder to move… skill matters again. From Sydney’s ultra-competitive Lower North Shore to becoming a founding shareholder of Realtair, Danny Grant has spent decades studying what actually makes agents win in difficult markets — not booming ones. In this episode, Danny breaks down: * How elite agents create urgency in softer conditions * Why some agents grow while others disappear * The biggest mistakes agents make in slower markets * The psychology of cautious buyers and stubborn vendors * Whether social media is creating better agents — or just louder ones * What separates true operators from agents who only succeeded during the boom This is not a conversation about hype. It’s about what actually works when the market gets harder.