At the Kitchen Table

Amanda DiVito Parle

At The Kitchen Table is a podcast where gratitude meets ambition! Amanda DiVito Parle is thrilled to have you join her on this journey as she celebrates the incredible mentors and industry professionals who have shaped her path to success. In each episode, we’ll gather around the metaphorical kitchen table to share inspiring stories of entrepreneurship, collaboration, and life lessons that have fueled our journeys. From the high-stakes world of real estate to the heartfelt moments of community, we’ll explore what it truly means to lift each other up and give thanks for the invaluable support we receive along the way. So, whether you’re a budding entrepreneur or just someone eager to learn from the best, get ready for a joyful ride filled with authentic conversations, practical insights, and plenty of inspiration. Let’s dive in and discover how together we can create a ripple effect of gratitude and success!

  1. May 28

    At the Kitchen Table: Lance Sommerville

    The real estate industry is changing faster than most brokers want to admit — and Lance Somerville is one of the few people who has seen it all from the inside. In this episode of At The Kitchen Table, Amanda DiVito Parle sits down with commercial real estate veteran and RE/MAX alumni Lance Somerville to talk about the seismic shifts reshaping the brokerage landscape — and why cloud brokerages like Real Broker may be the 2.0 model the industry has been waiting for. With over 22 years at RE/MAX corporate, Lance traveled across eight states, worked with 100+ cities, and looked under the hood of franchise operations, startups, conversions, mergers, and acquisitions. That front-row seat gave him a perspective most agents never get — and it's why his move to Real Broker raised eyebrows and started conversations across the industry. In this episode, Lance and Amanda break down: Why the traditional franchise model is becoming a liability — and what the numbers actually sayThe three-legged stool of real estate (brokerage, NAR, MLS) and why it's crackingHow cloud brokerages are reimagining agent-centric real estate for the modern marketThe real cost of carrying real estate knowledge inside a brokerage that doesn't reward you for itWhat agents and brokers should be doing right now as the industry continues to shift post-SitzerThe intersection of fear and trust when making a major brokerage moveIf you're a real estate agent, broker owner, or investor trying to figure out where the industry is heading — this is a conversation you need to hear. Topics: real estate brokerage, cloud brokerage, Real Broker, RE/MAX, eXp Realty, franchise model, agent-centric real estate, Sitzer lawsuit, NAR, MLS, real estate industry trends, brokerage business model, commercial real estate

    At the Kitchen Table: Lance Sommerville
  2. May 14

    At the Kitchen Table: Amy Sommerville

    What happens when one of the most driven women in real estate finally stops? In this episode of At The Kitchen Table, host Amanda DiVito Parle sits down with longtime friend and industry powerhouse Amy Somerville — former Corporate RE/MAX leader, CEO of SUCCESS Magazine (acquired by eXp Realty), and self-described "recovering high achiever" — to talk about what it really means to rest. Amy spent nearly two decades building an extraordinary career in personal growth and development within the real estate space, traveling constantly, leading teams, shaping culture at some of the most recognized brands in the industry. And then she stopped. Not because she had to — but because a business coach dared her to go 60 days without working. This is the story of what happened next. In this episode, Amanda and Amy explore: The real cost of always being in "go mode" — and why high achievers are wired to chase the next thingWhat burnout actually looks and feels like when you've been running at full speed for decadesThe masculine vs. feminine energy conversation every driven woman needs to hearHow a forced sabbatical cracked open clarity, presence, and a whole new way of livingWhat Amy calls her "moment of clarity" — and how she's protecting itWhether you're a real estate professional, entrepreneur, or anyone who has built their identity around achievement, this conversation will challenge you to ask: what would happen if you just... stopped? Topics: burnout recovery, women in leadership, personal growth, real estate career, identity, work-life balance, masculine feminine energy, sabbatical, mindset, self-awareness

    At the Kitchen Table: Amy Sommerville
  3. Apr 30

    At the Kitchen Table: Meredith Anderson

    What does it mean to be wildly successful at something — and realize it's not the whole of who you are? In this heartfelt episode of At The Kitchen Table, Amanda DiVito Parle sits down with her longtime friend and fellow real estate entrepreneur Meredith Anderson to talk about the unexpected journey that began when Meredith stepped away from a thriving real estate career at its peak. Meredith built a boutique real estate business that scaled fast — her own building, her own team, and a client list she'd earned through a decade of relentless service. And then she left. Not in defeat — but in pursuit of something deeper. What she found on the other side became the foundation of her new calling: Journey Back to Joy, a coaching and personal growth platform helping women reconnect with their authentic selves. In this episode, Meredith and Amanda explore: Why she walked away from real estate at the height of her career — and what that decision actually felt likeThe guilt trap so many working women fall into — and the antidote that changed everythingHow she went from house flipper to top producer to personal growth guideWhat "presence" really means when you're running a business, raising kids, and trying to be everything to everyoneTreating appointments with yourself the same way you treat a listing appointmentWhat she's building next — and why she's "spraying speaker proposals" the same way she once sprayed real estate offersThis episode is for every woman who has ever felt like she's living in pieces instead of as a whole. Authentic, grounding, and genuinely joyful. Topics: women in real estate, burnout, personal growth, entrepreneurship, authenticity, work-life balance, real estate career pivot, house flipping, mindset, coaching, presence, women in business, Journey Back to Joy

    At the Kitchen Table: Meredith Anderson

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At The Kitchen Table is a podcast where gratitude meets ambition! Amanda DiVito Parle is thrilled to have you join her on this journey as she celebrates the incredible mentors and industry professionals who have shaped her path to success. In each episode, we’ll gather around the metaphorical kitchen table to share inspiring stories of entrepreneurship, collaboration, and life lessons that have fueled our journeys. From the high-stakes world of real estate to the heartfelt moments of community, we’ll explore what it truly means to lift each other up and give thanks for the invaluable support we receive along the way. So, whether you’re a budding entrepreneur or just someone eager to learn from the best, get ready for a joyful ride filled with authentic conversations, practical insights, and plenty of inspiration. Let’s dive in and discover how together we can create a ripple effect of gratitude and success!