
Rise Above The Ranks: A Real Estate Podcast
Rise Above The Ranks is a real estate podcast hosted by James Harris and David Parnes, dedicated to helping you elevate your game as a real estate agent. Each week, they will take one pressing topic or issue facing real estate agents everywhere and will tell you exactly what you should know about it. An added bonus, they're going to share stories from their experience and give you the advice they wish their younger selves could've heard, so you don't make the same mistakes they made. Stay up-to-date on the world of residential real estate w/ their free newsletter, www.readtheblueprint.com.
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Jul 2, 2025 • 36min
How Brad Inman Built a Real Estate Media Empire | Rise Above the Ranks
In this episode of Rise Above the Ranks, host James Harris sits down with none other than Brad Inman, the trailblazer behind the Inman Group—the most trusted name in real estate media.Brad shares how he built the company from scratch, what inspired him to serve the agent community, and why storytelling, trust, and tech still matter more than ever in today’s market.If you're an agent looking to elevate your brand, stay ahead of industry shifts, and build something with real impact, this episode is packed with insight, strategy, and inspiration.🔔 Subscribe for more high-level conversations with real estate’s biggest names. Be sure to also check out Estate Elite, the premier membership for real estate agents serious about breaking into the luxury market and advancing their careers. Get direct coaching from top industry leaders Josh Flagg, Tracy Tutor, Glennda Baker, James Harris, and David Parnes.Visit: https://estatemedia.co/elite/?utm_sou...#MillionDollarListing #JamesHarris #davidparnes #BradInman #JamesHarris #RiseAboveTheRanks #RealEstateSuccess #InmanGroup #RealtorStrategy #LuxuryRealEstate #RealEstateLeaders #EstateElite #TopAgentTalksFollow Estate Media:💻 https://estatemedia.co📸 IG: / https://www.instagram.com/estatemediaofficial/🤳 TT: https://www.tiktok.com/@estatemediaus 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/estatemediaus/ 🎥 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?...Follow James and David:📸 IG: / https://www.instagram.com/jamesbondst/ 📸 IG: / https://www.instagram.com/davidbondst/ 📸 IG: / https://www.instagram.com/readtheblueprint/ Follow Brad Inman:📸 IG: https://www.instagram.com/livelongmedia💻: https://www.hypeboss.com/💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/hype-bossHave you ever dreamed of becoming a celebrity real estate agent? Want to join the most exclusive luxury real estate community and get direct coaching from top industry leaders Josh Flagg, Tracy Tutor, Glennda Baker, James Harris, David Parnes, Dawn McKenna, and more?Join Estate Elite Agents and receive:🔑 12+ Hours of Masterclass Courses on Mastering Luxury Real Estate🎥 Live Weekly Q&A's with Founding Coaches🤝 A Supportive Community and Referral Service of High-performing Agents✨ Exclusive Access to VIP Events & Masterminds🏡 Member-Only Discounts on Top CRM and Industry Tools and MORE!If you're ready to take your career to the next level, this is where it begins! Join Estate Elite Agents today for a FREE 14-Day trial. https://estatemedia.co/elite?utm_source=Instagram&utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=EstateSubscribe to Estate Elite Agents and Josh Flagg's Estate Media YouTube channel for all of the best real estate entertainment, education, and news! Follow Estate Media: 💻 https://estatemedia.co 📸 IG: / estatemedia 🤳 TT: https://www.tiktok.com/ @estatemediaus 🆇 X: / estatemediaus 💼 LinkedIn: / estatemediaus 🎥 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?... #EstateElite #RealEstateAgent #RealEstate #MillionDollarListing #AgentLife

Apr 3, 2025 • 11min
Insider Secrets to Real Estate Success with Brad Inman & James Harris!
In this episode of "Rise Above the Ranks," hosts James Harris and Brad Inman dive into the insider secrets of the real estate industry. Tune in to discover valuable insights and strategies that can elevate your understanding and success in real estate!Be sure to also check out Estate Elite, the premier membership for real estate agents serious about breaking into the luxury market and advancing their careers. Get direct coaching from top industry leaders Josh Flagg, Tracy Tutor, Glennda Baker, James Harris, and David Parnes.Visit: https://estatemedia.co/elite/?utm_sou...#MillionDollarListing #JamesHarris #davidparnes Follow Estate Media:💻 https://estatemedia.co📸 IG: / / estatemediaofficial 🤳 TT: https://www.tiktok.com/ @estatemediaus 💼 LinkedIn: / estatemediaus 🎥 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?...Follow James and David:📸 IG: / / jamesbondst 📸 IG: / / davidbondst 📸 IG: / / readtheblueprint

Mar 27, 2025 • 16min
Uncovering the Secrets Behind the Thriving Luxury Market!
Join James and David in this thrilling episode of *Rise Above The Ranks* as they dive deep into the captivating world of the luxury real estate market! Discover the latest trends, insider tips, and exclusive insights that will elevate your understanding of high-end properties. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just curious about the glitzy side of real estate, this episode is packed with information and excitement you won't want to miss! Tune in and get ready to soar above the ordinary!#MillionDollarListing #JamesHarris #davidparnes Follow Estate Media:💻 https://estatemedia.co📸 IG: / / estatemediaofficial 🤳 TT: https://www.tiktok.com/ @estatemediaus 💼 LinkedIn: / estatemediaus 🎥 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?...Follow James and David:📸 IG: / / jamesbondst 📸 IG: / / davidbondst 📸 IG: / / readtheblueprint

Mar 5, 2025 • 19min
How to Break into Luxury Real Estate and Find High-End Clients as a New Agent
In this episode of Rise Above the Ranks, hosts David Parnes and James Harris discuss how to present yourself and learn from your mistakes. Been there, done that, here are the strategies to get started in the real estate market and make YOU successful.Be sure to also check out Estate Elite, the premier membership for real estate agents serious about breaking into the luxury market and advancing their careers. Get direct coaching from top industry leaders Josh Flagg, Tracy Tutor, Glennda Baker, James Harris, and David Parnes.Visit: https://estatemedia.co/elite/?utm_sou #MillionDollarListing #JamesHarris #davidparnes Follow Estate Media:💻 https://estatemedia.co📸 IG: / / estatemediaofficial 🤳 TT: https://www.tiktok.com/ @estatemediaus 💼 LinkedIn: / estatemediaus 🎥 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?...Follow James and David:📸 IG: / / jamesbondst 📸 IG: / / davidbondst 📸 IG: / / readtheblueprint

Feb 19, 2025 • 31min
How This Los Angeles Luxury Realtor Achieved $19 BILLION in Career Sales
This special episode is for the serious real estate agent looking to dominate their market.Rise Above The Ranks is an Estate Media real estate podcast hosted by former Million Dollar Listing Los Angeles stars James Harris and David Parnes. Each episode is dedicated to helping you elevate your game as a real estate agent. In this episode of Rise Above The Ranks, David and James sit down with Aaron Kirman. With $19 billion in career sales and $2 billion in 2023 alone, Kirman is a top luxury real estate agent renowned for representing some of the world’s most prestigious estates. Known for his unmatched market knowledge, exclusive contacts, and innovative marketing strategies, Kirman holds the largest market share of luxury listings in the U.S. and consistently sets records with multimillion-dollar sales, including the historic sale of 'The One.' A star on CNBC’s Listing Impossible, his expertise has made him a sought-after advisor, regularly featured in major media outlets.Be sure to also check out Estate Elite, the premier membership for real estate agents serious about breaking into the luxury market and advancing their careers. Get direct coaching from top industry leaders Josh Flagg, Tracy Tutor, Glennda Baker, James Harris, and David Parnes.Visit: https://estatemedia.co/elite/?utm_sou...#MillionDollarListing#JamesHarris#davidparnes Follow Estate Media:💻 https://estatemedia.co📸 IG: / estatemedia 🤳 TT: https://www.tiktok.com/ @estatemediaus 🆇 X: / estatemediaus 💼 LinkedIn: / estatemediaus 🎥 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?...Follow James and David:📸 IG: / jamesbondst 📸 IG: / davidbondst 📸 IG: / readtheblueprint Follow Estate Media:💻 https://aaronkirman.com/📸 IG: / aaronkirman 🤳 TT: / aaronkirman 🆇 X: https://x.com/aaronkirman💼 LinkedIn: / aaron-kirman-b48a6423 🎥 Facebook: / aaronkirmanpage

Dec 12, 2024 • 24min
8 Reasons Why Real Estate Agents Fail
Rise Above The Ranks is an Estate Media real estate podcast hosted by James Harris and David Parnes, dedicated to helping you elevate your game as a real estate agent.
In this episode James and David dive into the most common reasons why agents do not succeed and why they do not and cannot rise above the ranks! Touching on topics including lack of commitment, lack of strategic thinking, fear of making mistakes and more, James and David provide some clarity and actionable insights to take your business to the next level.
This podcast is presented by BoldTrail Pro, a next-generation platform built to power your entire business with powerful techology that agents, teams and brokers actually use and love.
To receive $3,000 off of BoldTrail Pro, visit BoldTrail.com/Blueprint and use promo code: Blueprint. *exclusions may apply
Be sure to also check out Estate Elite, the premier membership for real estate agents serious about breaking into the luxury market and advancing their careers. Get direct coaching from top industry leaders Josh Flagg, Tracy Tutor, Glennda Baker, James Harris, and David Parnes.
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Nov 27, 2024 • 19min
Is AI Making Real Estate Agents Obsolete?
The real estate industry is buzzing with a question that’s on everyone’s mind: Are real estate agents becoming obsolete? With the rapid rise of AI, direct consumer platforms like Zillow and Redfin, and major disruptions like the recent NAR settlement, the role of the agent is under more scrutiny than ever before.
As technology transforms how buyers and sellers navigate the market, tools like AI are streamlining processes, and consumers now have unprecedented access to listings. Is this the end of traditional real estate agents, or just another phase in the industry’s evolution?
James and David break down the biggest changes shaping real estate today and explore whether these shifts signal the end of the agent’s role—or a new opportunity for those ready to adapt and thrive.
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Nov 14, 2024 • 45min
How to Create Passive Revenue Streams and Ditch the Time-for-Money Trade
How to Create Passive Revenue Streams and Trade Your Time for Money $$$
As markets fluctuate, regulations evolve and uncertainty rises, Ricky Carruth advises to lean on your intellect! In this episode of Rise Above The Ranks, presented by BoldTrail Pro, James Harris and David Parnes sit down with Ricky Carruth, a top real estate agent, entrepreneur, and founder of Zero to Diamond—a powerhouse coaching program that helps agents succeed with authenticity, hard work, and consistency.
This podcast is presented by BoldTrail Pro, a next-generation platform built to power your entire business with powerful techology that agents, teams and brokers actually use and love.
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Oct 30, 2024 • 36min
CEO & Founder Reveals The Key To Becoming More Efficient | Joe Skousen
Rise Above The Ranks is an Estate Media real estate podcast hosted by James Harris and David Parnes, dedicated to helping you elevate your game as a real estate agent. In this episode they chat with Joe Skousen, CEO and founder of Inside Real Estate!
A pioneer in the real estate sector, Skousen is providing innovative solutions that support over 500,000 agents, teams, and brokerages, including many elite brands. His commitment to innovation is evident in his development of the kvCORE platform and the acquisition of BoomTown, which he integrated into a new solution called BoldTrail, creating a comprehensive technology ecosystem for real estate growth. Skousen’s leadership focuses on enhancing the lives of his team and clients, exemplified by his efforts in 2023 to unify Inside Real Estate and BoomTown’s cultures under one roof. Through transparent communication and a genuine commitment to improving experiences, he has fostered a culture of collaboration and rapid innovation within the company.
This podcast is presented by BoldTrail Pro, a next-generation platform built to power your entire business with powerful technology that agents, teams, and brokers actually use and love. To receive up to $3,000 off of BoldTrail Pro, visit http://BoldTrail.com/Blueprint and use promo code: Blueprint. *exclusions may apply
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Sep 12, 2024 • 16min
Election Year: Drastic Real Estate Changes
Rise Above The Ranks is an Estate Media real estate podcast hosted by James Harris and David Parnes, dedicated to helping you elevate your game as a real estate agent. In this episode, James and David delve into how the uncertainty surrounding an election year is impacting the real estate industry. They examine anticipated market shifts, potential incentives for buyers and sellers, and the likelihood of interest rate adjustments, among other factors.
This podcast is presented by BoldTrail Pro, a next-generation platform built to power your entire business with powerful technology that agents, teams, and brokers actually use and love. To receive up to $3,000 off of BoldTrail Pro, visit http://BoldTrail.com/Blueprint and use promo code: Blueprint. *exclusions may apply
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