Fearless Change: Easier Than You Think | Andy Madrid on The Inner Estate

What does it take to rebuild your real estate career across three completely different markets—Oregon, California, and Hawaii? In this episode of The Inner Estate Podcast, REALTOR® Andy Madrid reveals how fearlessness, adaptability, and discipline helped him succeed no matter the market.

Andy shares his journey from U.S. Army veteran to top-performing Hawaiʻi agent, recognized by RealTrends, and why embracing change is the foundation of lasting success in real estate. He opens up about the realities behind the TV glamour, the importance of strong sales skills, and why open houses, client satisfaction, and financial planning remain timeless tools for growth.

Whether you’re a new agent facing your first market shift or an experienced REALTOR® ready for your next leap, Andy’s story is a powerful reminder that success in real estate comes from courage, resilience, and client-first service.

In this episode, you’ll learn:
Why fearlessness is the foundation of real estate success
How to rebuild your business in new markets
The truth about real estate vs. reality TV
Why open houses are still an underrated lead source
How to set client expectations to avoid conflict
Why putting clients before commissions always wins
How financial planning eases relocation stress
The role of networking and visibility in creating opportunity

📌 Guest: Andy Madrid
REALTOR® | The Big Island Group
Website: thebigislandgroup.com
Instagram: @andy_madrid_realtor
YouTube: @AndyMadridrealestate

🎙️ Host: Bridget Ann Stuart
Executive Real Estate Coach | The Inner Estate Podcast
Website: therealbridgetstuart.com
Instagram: @therealbridgetstuart

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Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to Fearless Living in Real Estate
01:13 The Journey of Relocating a Real Estate Business
05:42 Transitioning to California and the Competitive Market
07:47 Moving to Hawaii: A New Adventure
12:33 Navigating the Real Estate Landscape in Hawaii
17:37 The Balance of Luck and Skill in Real Estate
21:08 Finding Joy in the Real Estate Profession
21:32 Embracing Technological Change in Real Estate
23:51 Navigating Dual Agency and Client Relationships
27:45 The Role of Agents in Real Estate Transactions
29:53 Finding Business Opportunities in a Slow Market
34:40 Fearlessness in Embracing Change
40:38 Connecting and Communicating in Real Estate