WHSL Ep. 26 | Leading Teams and Rocking Out: An Unconventional Journey to the Top

In this episode, join or host, Nicole Christopherson, for a fascinating conversation with Russ Laggan, Senior Director of Growth at eXp Realty. Russ brings infectious energy and passion for empowering professionals to be their best. We dive into Russ' journey from starting multiple businesses to landing in real estate. He shares his mantra of "how you do anything is how you do everything" - approaching all endeavors in life with full throttle commitment. Russ offers sage advice for entrepreneurs on getting clear about your "why," surrounding yourself with a supportive community, and learning from failures. We also chat about the loneliness leaders can face and the importance of balance. Ultimately, Russ aims to help people customize their path to greatness. His authenticity allowed me to open up about my own winding road to founding Work Hard, Smile Large. Whether you're in real estate or not, Russ will inspire you to fearlessly be yourself. So grab a coffee and settle in for some motivation.

1:33 - Full Throttle Approach

03:06 - Confidence and Identity

10:16 - Branding and Authenticity

1:19 - Being True to Yourself

13:43 - Mantras and Personal Philosophy

16:27 - Work-Life Balance

25:38 - Building Authentic Community and Authenticity

30:52 - Transitioning to Real Estate

42:38 - Focus on Client Needs in Real Estate

47:04 - Pursuing Passion and True Freedom

50:09 - 54321 Method

51:45 - Finding Calm in Chaos

53:27 - Non-Meditation Meditation

56:28 - Embracing Change

58:56 - Directness and Accountability

59:40 - Injecting Humor into Work

Learn more about Russ Laggan at:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/rlaggan/

https://www.instagram.com/russ_laggan/

https://www.youtube.com/@jumpstart3900

For more info on Work Hard Smile Large:

https://www.workhardsmilelarge.com/

https://www.instagram.com/workhardsmilelarge/

https://www.facebook.com/WorkHardSmileLarge

https://www.linkedin.com/company/work-hard-smile-large/

Nicole M. Christopherson is a respected real estate expert and founder of Work Hard Smile Large. To inspire and motivate individuals to pursue their dreams and build a positive mindset, Nicole launched the WHSL Podcast. By sharing success stories and practical strategies, the podcast provides a platform for listeners to connect with like-minded individuals who share their vision and goals. Nicole believes that everyone can achieve their dreams by taking action and overcoming obstacles. Through the Work Hard, Smile Large Podcast, she hopes to help listeners live fulfilling lives and achieve their goals by sharing her insights, stories, and strategies.

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