Trigger warning - this episode contains references to mental health, addiction issues, and suicidal thoughts. This is a positive and inspiring story of our guest’s journey to overcome these issues to build a better future for himself and those around him - but for anyone who might be triggered by these topics - viewer and listener discretion is advised.

If you or someone you know needs support - go to camh.ca, or for crisis support - call or text 988.

In this episode of the podcast, I'm joined by my new but dear friend, Ryan Huffman. It was a real honour to sit down with Ryan and hear his incredible story of personal and professional growth over the past few years.

And it’s quite a rollercoaster going from ambition, to success, then from excess to rock bottom. But thankfully, that’s not the end of the story and you’ll hear Ryan speak candidly about his recovery and how he defied the odds to build a hugely successful real estate career, all while giving back to the community, especially those who are most at risk of the impact of addiction and mental health issues.

And you’ll wanna stick around to the end, to hear details of a massive giveaway - for anyone looking to improve their mental health, physical health, or both - and to be part of Ryan’s mission to give back.

In this episode, I sit down with Vicky Sweeney, President of the Central Lakes Association of Realtors, as well as Tracy McCormick and Wendy Giroux! We talk about the evolving role of real estate associations and the new MLS rules that are changing how agents operate. We explore the challenges these rules aim to solve, how they benefit agents, buyers, and sellers, and what they mean for the industry's future. Along the way, Vicky shares her journey in real estate and her unique perspective as a leader advocating for realtors and their communities. Whether you're navigating the new rules or just curious about the bigger picture, I hope this episode has something for you.

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