Be the Solution with Maria Quattrone

What does it truly mean to live life by design? In this powerful conversation with returning guest Dan Zytowski, we explore the transformative philosophy that "life begins when you step outside your comfort zone." 

Dan shares his journey from being a self-described "depressed millionaire" flipping houses to creating a life centered on purpose, presence, and authentic relationships. His refreshing perspe...

What would you attempt if you knew you couldn't fail? This question lies at the heart of entrepreneurship, where fear often becomes the invisible barrier between where we are and where we want to be.

Jay Doran, culture expert and founder of Culture Matters, takes us on a journey through the complex relationship between fear and organizational culture. "When I'm not sharing my vision out of fear, I'm not...

Jennifer Maher's return to the Be The Solution podcast takes us on a profound journey from her days as a real estate professional to her current calling as a soulful prosperity coach. What begins as a conversation about Buddhist philosophy—Jennifer reveals she's an ordained Buddhist priest—quickly evolves into a masterclass on personal transformation and authentic living.

Drawing from her remarkable life story th...

Drew Farnese's journey from flipping houses to creating revolutionary real estate investment software reveals how mindset shapes business success. After years of manually analyzing MLS data through Excel spreadsheets to find profitable investment properties, Drew transformed this process into Revamp365.ai – a platform that automatically evaluates thousands of listings to identify only the most profitable opportunities.

Uncovering the truth about today's real estate market reveals a surprising reality: short sales didn't disappear after COVID - they're hiding in plain sight. Matthew Marinoff of Real Estate Recovery Group returns to the Be the Solution podcast to shatter common misconceptions and expose the current landscape of distressed properties.

Drawing on two decades of expertise, Matt explains how the "COVID era&...

What if the key to real estate success isn't working harder, but shifting your energy? That transformative question lies at the heart of this eye-opening conversation with veteran Philadelphia real estate professional Janice Bensock.

Drawing on 21 years of industry experience, Janice shares her remarkable journey from operating in constant "doing mode" to embracing a more balanced approach that welcomes abun...

Persistence is the vehicle that carries ambition to success. This powerful truth serves as the foundation for our conversation with Philadelphia real estate veteran Pam Rosser-Thistle, who has built a thriving business by mastering one fundamental activity: open houses.

Pam conducts 50-75 open houses annually, revealing why they form the "top of the funnel" for her entire business model. Rather than simply showin...

What does it truly take to succeed in real estate? Coach Lucy reveals the answer isn't complicated, but it demands something many aren't willing to give: pure, unadulterated will.

Coach Lucy joins Maria to share how her Winner's Wednesday Productivity Bootcamp is transforming real estate agents through a simple formula. Unlike typical networking events or workshops, Lucy's bootcamp creates an atmosphere...

Ever wonder why some sales professionals consistently hit their numbers while others struggle? The answer might be simpler than you think.

Today I'm sharing a powerful realization from our morning success huddle that shocked my entire team. We've all had those days when picking up the phone feels impossible, but what's the real cost of giving in to that resistance? The math is startling: missing just one day...

Growth happens when you step outside your comfort zone—a principle perfectly exemplified by real estate innovators Stacie and Bruno as they pioneered AI integration into their business. What began as experimentation with new technologies evolved into a comprehensive system that now saves them 8-12 hours weekly while enhancing their digital presence and client reach.

The duo pulls back the curtain on their journey with AI t...

Your health is your wealth, and what you do when you're not feeling your best reveals your true character and commitment to success. I'm sharing something controversial today, but it's a truth I've proven time and again: the foundation of every successful real estate transaction begins with a simple conversation.

While scrolling through social media, you'll find countless suggestions for growing yo...

Ready for an uncomfortable truth about sales success? The most effective strategy isn't a fancy new technique or social media hack - it's simply doing the work. This candid conversation pulls back the curtain on what really drives results in real estate and sales professions.

Your database holds gold. Those contacts from two, three, even four years ago aren't dead leads - they're opportunities waiting f...

What does it truly mean to "be the solution" in your professional and personal life? Drawing from 31 years of experience in real estate sales, I share powerful insights about accountability and the unwavering commitment required for success.

The journey starts with a simple personal challenge - 28 days without wine. But this experiment represents something far more profound than temporarily changing a habit. It&a...

Growth happens at the edges of comfort. That's the philosophy driving my most ambitious professional challenge yet—scheduling 100 real estate listing appointments in the month of March, more than doubling my previous record of 42 appointments in a single month.

The vulnerability is palpable in my voice as I share this goal. I'm flushing, anxious, and questioning my own sanity, yet deeply committed to pushing thes...

Ever feel like you're doing everything right but the results just aren't coming? That's because we're often looking in the wrong place. The real secret to success isn't in chasing outcomes—it's in perfecting your process.

Through a revealing story about a $600,000 listing that faced multiple delays, I share why patient persistence matters more than quick wins. When my seller postponed our meet...

Deserve a long weekend off? That's the provocative question at the heart of this raw, unfiltered discussion about what it truly takes to succeed in business and real estate. 

The answer isn't simple. Those who've been consistently working hard, generating results, and building a strong pipeline of clients and deals have earned the right to enjoy some downtime. But for everyone else? The weekend represents an...

"You will be paid in direct proportion to what you know that you give away." This powerful truth has transformed my approach to business and life, leading me to create over 2,100 videos—with 600 just in the last year and a half—all with the goal of sharing everything I know to help others succeed.

The concept is beautifully simple: contribution is the foundation of growth. Whether in real estate, mortgage, insura...

"Winners never quit and quitters never win." These words form the foundation of a powerful reminder about our responsibility to persevere—not just for ourselves, but for those who came before us.

The journey of our ancestors contains profound lessons about determination. They crossed oceans on lengthy voyages, often arriving with nothing but their willingness to work without complaint. These sacrifices weren&apos...

Ever find yourself standing in front of your closet each morning, wasting precious mental energy on what to wear? Or having that pointless back-and-forth conversation about dinner plans? These seemingly small decisions silently sabotage your productivity by depleting your decision-making reserves before you've tackled anything meaningful.

This episode unveils a powerfully simple Sunday planning system that can transfo...