EPISODE 26: The Who’s Who Episode – What We Wish We Knew Before Starting
In this episode of Hustle Humbly, we’re answering your questions and pulling back the curtain on who we are. If you’ve ever wondered which voice belongs to Katie and which to Alyssa, we’ve got you covered. Plus, we’re talking about what we wish we knew before starting our real estate careers—from burnout fears and scarcity mindsets to hilarious real-life moments with buyers, bulldogs, and more. Whether you’re a new listener or have been around for a while, this is the perfect episode to get to know us better and hear what shaped our journey.
Who’s Who? Meet Alyssa and Katie
We’ve received a lot of questions asking which of us is which. To clear things up:
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Katie is a dog-loving, bike-riding mom of two who’s been in real estate since 2005.
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Alyssa is a self-proclaimed budget queen, former bartender, and boy mom who joined real estate in 2011.
We work at different brokerages in Baton Rouge but prioritize collaboration over competition.
Real Estate Fears and Burnout Moments
One question asked about our biggest fears. This sparked a vulnerable conversation about scarcity mindset, financial fear, and burnout—topics we wish we had understood better before becoming real estate agents. What we wish we knew before starting is that real estate can be emotionally and mentally draining, and fear of failure is more common than people admit. Alyssa opens up about living conservatively and saving to stay ahead of the stress. Katie talks about overcoming the fear of not having enough clients or closings.
Our Favorite Things: Dogs, Disney, and Dream Destinations
From snoring bulldogs to Little Mermaid singalongs, we share the personal stuff too.
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Katie’s bulldog, Marley, is our unofficial podcast mascot.
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Alyssa recently added a new puppy, Dante, to the family.
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We talk about our love of Disney movies, favorite vacation spots (30A and scuba diving in Mexico), and dream trips to Bora Bora and Banff.
Getting Personal: Kids, Cars, and Career Stats
We both have families and juggle parenting with real estate.
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Katie has two kids and drives a turquoise-loving 4Runner.
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Alyssa’s husband promised a new truck if she ever hits $30 million in sales—but she insists on keeping her 4Runner even if she does.
We also share our 2019 production numbers and how long we’ve been in the business. Spoiler alert: consistency is key.
What We Wish We Knew Before Starting in Real Estate
We circle back to what we wish we knew before starting real estate: that your success isn’t determined by your brokerage, that fear and comparison can derail your mindset, and that long-term consistency beats short-term hustle. We’ve both faced burnout, uncertainty, and imposter syndrome—but having systems, support, and strong boundaries makes all the difference.
Listener Questions and Stories
We answer fun questions from listeners:
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Favorite foods? Alyssa loves Coke with crushed ice and chicken Alfredo; Katie can’t resist warm cookies and seafood.
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TV shows? Friends, crime documentaries, and Food Network shows top our lists.
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Favorite sandwich? The Brooklyn Bomber from New York Bagel.
Plus, we share real-life stories—like Katie literally showing houses while in labor and Alyssa having a priest bless a “haunted” listing.
Inspiration and Toasts
We celebrate listener Tamara, who left her corporate job to pursue real estate full-time after listening to the podcast. We toast to Kimberly Johnson in Charlotte, NC, for rocking a tough deal with grace and patience. And Alyssa shares a heartwarming story about a referral from a top producer that gave her the confidence to keep going early in her career.
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