20: The Entrepreneur Mindset in Real Estate

Calling all real estate pros who’ve wondered if “winging it” counts as a business plan—this podcast’s for you. Join industry powerhouses Rebecca Green and Kim Borcherding as they dish out real talk on the rollercoaster of entrepreneurship, dropping gems on how to build a business and a life that doesn’t burn you out. Hit play, laugh a little, and leave with real strategies (and maybe a mentor or two).

In this episode, Rebecca Green and Kim Borcherding pull back the curtain on the real real estate hustle—spoiler alert: it’s not just about selling houses and looking good on Instagram. They get real about the entrepreneurial chaos agents deal with, from juggling CEO-level decisions to feeling like you’re building the plane while flying it. If you’ve ever felt isolated, burnt out, or like you need a business degree just to keep up—this convo is your lifeline.

How to connect with us:

Rebecca Green and Company-https://www.rebeccagreen.co

Kim Borcherding- @heykimborcherding

Takeaways

• Real estate agents are entrepreneurs and business owners.
• The feeling of isolation can be prevalent in the industry.
• Agents wear many hats, including CEO and CFO roles.
• Continuous learning is crucial for success in real estate.
• Selling more houses isn't always the solution to business challenges.
• Emotional support is vital for navigating the ups and downs of the business.
• Building a sustainable business requires operational knowledge.
• Seek out mentors and communities for support and learning.
• Understanding financial management is key to success.
• It's important to set boundaries and prioritize self-care.

✨ Let’s Keep the Conversation Going
We’re all about building rooms where agents can grow, collaborate, and thrive.

Rebecca brings 33+ years of real estate experience into RebeccaGreen.co
where she coaches agents on the four pillars of success: Health + Wellness, Operations + Systems, Community + Collaboration, Marketing + Branding. Inside the CEO Agent Community, you’ll find coaching, courses, done-for-you marketing tools, media days, implementation sessions, and the strategies that help agents scale smarter—not busier. You can also connect with her local Oregon + Washington team at SellingPortlandRealEstate.com
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Kim is the founder of Hey Clever Collective —a community designed to help agents build businesses they actually love. She’s all about collaboration, creativity, and showing agents how to tap into their unique strengths.

Together, we’re creating conversations, sharing strategies, and opening doors for agents who want more—more balance, more profitability, and more community. Come hang out with us, learn with us, and let’s build something bigger than a business… let’s build a life you love.