Starting out in Property: 6 Things I Wish I Knew with Athena Dobson
01/13/25 • 80 min
Hey everyone, welcome back to the second episode of the year for Girls in Property! In this episode, I’m talking to all the newbies entering the property world and sharing the advice I wish I had when I first started out.
Starting in property can feel overwhelming—trying to figure out who to trust, what advice to follow, and where to best spend your time and money. While I don’t have all the answers, I’ve put together six key lessons I wish I knew from the start, along with practical tips for anyone beginning their property journey today.
This episode is as raw and real as it gets. I kick things off by reading a letter I wrote to myself a year ago, showing how much progress you can make in just 12 months. I also dive into the common mistakes many people make when starting out, and how you can avoid them by taking the right actions.
Tune in for an honest, educational, and down-to-earth conversation. Enjoy!
How to get involved with the Girls in Property Community 👇
🎟️ Tickets to Girls in Property Annual Retreat are now SOLD OUT!
Thank you to our main sponsor Kim McGinley from VIBE Finance
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Don’t Miss Out! Click here to claim your FREE access to my Mindset Accelerator Programme. Start developing the mindset you need to become an outstanding property investor today! 🚀
Disclaimer: None of the content in our podcast is intended to constitute legal or financial advice. All interviews and statements are the thoughts & opinions of the hosts and guests themselves and should be taken as such. Any information used from this podcast is done so at your own risk.
Hey everyone, welcome back to the second episode of the year for Girls in Property! In this episode, I’m talking to all the newbies entering the property world and sharing the advice I wish I had when I first started out.
Starting in property can feel overwhelming—trying to figure out who to trust, what advice to follow, and where to best spend your time and money. While I don’t have all the answers, I’ve put together six key lessons I wish I knew from the start, along with practical tips for anyone beginning their property journey today.
This episode is as raw and real as it gets. I kick things off by reading a letter I wrote to myself a year ago, showing how much progress you can make in just 12 months. I also dive into the common mistakes many people make when starting out, and how you can avoid them by taking the right actions.
Tune in for an honest, educational, and down-to-earth conversation. Enjoy!
How to get involved with the Girls in Property Community 👇
🎟️ Tickets to Girls in Property Annual Retreat are now SOLD OUT!
Thank you to our main sponsor Kim McGinley from VIBE Finance
GET IN TOUCH
-
Don’t Miss Out! Click here to claim your FREE access to my Mindset Accelerator Programme. Start developing the mindset you need to become an outstanding property investor today! 🚀
Disclaimer: None of the content in our podcast is intended to constitute legal or financial advice. All interviews and statements are the thoughts & opinions of the hosts and guests themselves and should be taken as such. Any information used from this podcast is done so at your own risk.
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Empowered Leadership: Inner Power and Authenticity with Sherisse Bisram
Welcome back to our first episode of Girls in Property for 2025.
In this episode of Girls in Property, host Athena Dobson sits down with Sherisse Bisram, an Inner Power Activation Leader, to explore her transformative journey from a turbulent past to a life grounded in inner peace and authenticity.
Together, they dive into:
- The impact of mental health struggles and the importance of vulnerability in personal growth.
- Challenges faced by introverts in competitive spaces and how to thrive despite them.
- Sherisse’s inspiring work empowering young girls to embrace their true selves and navigate the complexities of growing up.
The conversation expands to cover broader themes of empowerment, healing, and the vital role of creating safe spaces for emotional expression. Athena and Sherisse also explore the relationship between trauma and entrepreneurship, asking the question “Are entrepreneurs created through trauma?” and understanding the balance of masculine and feminine energies, and the importance of setting clear intentions to build a meaningful legacy.
This episode offers valuable insights for anyone on a journey of self-discovery, leadership, or community building. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, a leader, or simply someone seeking inspiration, Sherisse’s story and wisdom are sure to resonate.
Join us for this empowering conversation and be inspired to take the next step on your personal journey!
How to get involved with the Girls in Property Community 👇
🎟️ Tickets to Girls in Property Annual Retreat are now SOLD OUT!
Thank you to our main sponsor Kim McGinley from VIBE Finance
GET IN TOUCH
-
Don’t Miss Out! Click here to claim your FREE access to my Mindset Accelerator Programme. Start developing the mindset you need to become an outstanding property investor today! 🚀
Disclaimer: None of the content in our podcast is intended to constitute legal or financial advice. All interviews and statements are the thoughts & opinions of the hosts and guests themselves and should be taken as such. Any information used from this podcast is done so at your own risk.
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Breaking Barriers in Property: Mastering the Art of Talking to Estate Agents with Rachel Ollington
In this episode of the Girls in Property podcast, Athena Dobson invites the amazing Rachel Ollington, who’s been running her own sales and lettings agency for the past 20 years. Athena’s on a mission to debunk the myth that estate agents are all scary and intimidating—and who better to help with that than Rachel, who’s lived the experience from the other side of the desk!
To kick things off, Athena and Rachel share a good laugh, including the hilarious story of how Athena accidentally called Rachel ‘Rebecca’ for weeks—oops!
Rachel then takes us back to where it all began, sharing how she first dipped her toes into the property world at 16, landing a job at an estate agency and how her love for real estate blossomed. The conversation heats up with some juicy property chat as they cover everything from the importance of viewings to mastering the work-life balance, the ins and outs of rent-to-rent properties, and even top tips for speaking to estate agents.
The duo digs deep into the importance of building strong relationships in the property world, especially as your values and priorities evolve. They discuss how to tackle those rent-to-rent fears, why proactive communication is crucial, and how being authentic in business can lead to real success. Plus, Rachel and Athena chat about the power of personalised direct mail and how leaning into community can supercharge your property journey.
Ultimately, it's all about building confidence, collaborating with others, and having fun along the way as you navigate the property world. Don’t miss this inspiring and playful conversation!
How to get involved with the Girls in Property Community 👇
🎟️ Tickets to Girls in Property Annual Retreat are now SOLD OUT!
Thank you to our main sponsor Kim McGinley from VIBE Finance
GET IN TOUCH
-
Don’t Miss Out! Click here to claim your FREE access to my Mindset Accelerator Programme. Start developing the mindset you need to become an outstanding property investor today! 🚀
Disclaimer: None of the content in our podcast is intended to constitute legal or financial advice. All interviews and statements are the thoughts & opinions of the hosts and guests themselves and should be taken as such. Any information used from this podcast is done so at your own risk.
Girls In Property - Starting out in Property: 6 Things I Wish I Knew with Athena Dobson
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Good morning everyone and welcome to another episode of the Girls in Property podcast. So this is episode two for 2025 and I don't know about all of you, but I am absolutely freezing. I don't know who else is freezing this January, but with my half DNA Mediterranean, I am frozen cold. literally I've got like three dressing gowns, usually on 10 slippers. And you know, people who tell me that they've got these log burners in their house, I get so jealous of them. when t
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