Wandering But Not Lost Podcast | Business Tips & Techniques for Life Balance
Align, Connect, & Prosper as co-hosts Jan O'Brien and Matt Emerson bring you Tips, Tools, & Topics to supercharge your business. They'll share their insights along with interviews with industry thought leaders.
Episodes
The Winter Solstice marks the stillest moment of the year — the longest night, the quietest turning point, and a natural invitation to reflect. Instead of pushing through the season, the Solstice calls us to pause, reset, and reconnect with our inner compass.
In Episode 396 of the WBNL Podcast, we explore how stillness helps you gain clarity and direction as you...
Preparing for 2026? In this episode, Jan O'Brien and Matt Emerson break down the clarity, trends, and market insights every real estate agent, team leader, and broker needs to confidently plan for the new year.
You'll learn how to pause and reflect before planning, what national economic forces actually matter, why local market expertise is your biggest advantage, and how to position yourself as the truste...
The holiday season isn't one big moment — it's a marathon of family gatherings, friend get-togethers, office parties, school events, and endless expectations. And somewhere along the way, we convince ourselves that each one needs to be perfect.
In Episode 394 of the Wandering But Not Lost Podcast, we're breaking that pressure...
AI isn't a future trend — it's the new infrastructure of real estate.
From AI listing search inside ChatGPT… to virtual staging… to deepfake scams… to accuracy issues… the industry has changed FAST.
In Episode 393, Jan and Matt break down AI & Real Estate 2.0 — what's evolved, what matters, and what agents MUST adapt to immediately.
In this episode you'll learn:
Discover The Quiet Kind of Gratitude — a gentle reminder that appreciation begins within. In this reflective WBNL episode, Matt & Jan explore what it means to thank yourself for the ways you've shown up, learned, and grown. You'll learn simple mindfulness practices to reconnect with your inner calm, cultivate self-acceptance, and carry that peace...
In this week's episode, Jan O'Brien and Matt Emerson dive into the core leadership skills every real estate team leader and broker must master to create a high-performing, connected, and growth-focused team.
You'll learn how to lead with emotional intelligence, clarity, and humility — the hallmarks of what Jim Collins calls Level 5 Leadership in Good to Great. Whether you're leading two agents or twenty, t...
When everything around you is shifting, your best navigation tool isn't a plan — it's your inner compass.
In this week's episode of The Wandering But Not Lost Podcast, Matt and Jan explore how to reconnect wit...
Fall is the perfect season to reconnect with your clients — but nobody wants another generic email or market update. In this episode, Jan O'Brien and Matt Emerson share authentic, actionable strategies to help you stay top of mind without being salesy.
You'll learn how to use our 4-step Fall Client Connection Plan to build trust, strengthen relationships, and generate more referrals naturally. Plus, get in...
Are you overdue for a Joy Reset?
In this week's WBNL Podcast, we share powerful ways to reconnect with everyday happiness — even when life feels busy, messy, or uncertain.
- Learn how to spot "micro-joys" hiding in plain sight.
It's business planning season—but this isn't about dusty binders and abandoned spreadsheets. 🚫
2026 is a turning point year. With AI reshaping industries, economic uncertainty on the rise, and outdated strategies holding too many entrepreneurs back—it's time for a fresh approach.
In this episode, Matt Emerson and Jan O'Brien share their Align–Connect–Prosper framework to help you:
✅ ALIGN you...
Fall is the perfect season to reset, realign, and refocus. In this episode of the WBNL Podcast, Jan and Matt explore the Lock-In vs. Lock-Out Mindset — a simple but powerful framework to help you finish 2025 strong and step into 2026 with clarity and confidence.
In this episode of the WBNL Coaching Podcast, Jan O'Brien and Matt Emerson break down the critical role of mentorship in real estate. For brokers and team leaders, mentorship is the key to retaining talent, developing confident agents, and creating a culture of growth.
What You'll Learn in This Episode:
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Why mentorship matters more than eve...
Are you ready to finish 2025 aligned and step into 2026 unstoppable? In this episode of the WBNL Podcast, we introduce the WBNL 120-Day Lock-In Challenge — our structured take on The Great Lock-In that's trending across TikTok, Instagram, and beyond.
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Feeling overwhelmed by things you can't control? Struggling with stress, uncertainty, or the chaos of business and life? The truth is—you don't need to control everything. You just need to focus on the right things.
In this episode of the WBNL Podcast, Jan O'Brien and Matt Emerson share ...
The real estate market is shifting—but top producers know how to adapt and find opportunities in any market.
In this episode of the WBNL Podcast, Matt and Jan break down the mindset, daily actions, and strategies you need to finish the year strong....
Feeling off track in your business or life? In this short but powerful episode, I share The Alignment Compass—four simple questions you can use anytime to realign your vision, goals, and daily actions.
Whether you're a real estate professional, entrepreneur, or simply seeking more clarity, this framework will help you:
✅ Identify what's pulling you off course
✅ Reconnect with your bigger vision
✅ Make conf...
What if your purpose isn't something you have to find… because it's been with you all along?
In this short but powerful episode, we share a sneak peek at Module 3 of the Clarity Series, dropping SOON. If Module...
Ever feel like you're running on autopilot—constantly "on" for your business, clients, and family—but never fully present for yourself? It might be time for a solo sabbatical.
In this episode, Jano shares personal insights from a recent solo trip to Sedona and breaks down exactly how to plan a transformative getaway of your own. Whether you're craving clarity, creative inspiration, or deep rest, this episo...
When's the last time you checked your inner alignment?
In this fast, focused 6-minute episode, Matt walks you through the Alignment Audit—10 quick, powerful questions to see where your life, mindset, and habits are in sync… and where they need a quick tune-up.
As summer winds down, it's time to take inventory—not just of what you've done, but how you feel. If your energy is zapped, your calendar overstuffed, and your joy feels a little MIA, this episode is your invitation to pause, realign, and say no on purpose.
In this reflective episode, Jan and Matt explore how setting boundaries can help you reclaim the rest of your summer. Because what you say no to now… d...
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