Welcome to Episode 1 of Keys & Secrets, the podcast that shares the real stories behind the For Sale sign.I got into real estate expecting one thing. What I found was something completely different.In my first full year as a Realtor, I made just $11,000 while working 60-70 hour weeks. Nobody talks about the uncertainty, the financial pressure, the rejection, or what it really takes to build a successful real estate business.In this episode, I share the honest story of how I got started in real estate, the mistakes I made, what I wish someone had told me, and the lessons that ultimately helped me build a thriving business. Then my son and teammate, Billy Cannon, joins me for a candid Q&A about the realities of the industry and advice for anyone considering a career in real estate.In this episode:• My first year as a real estate agent• The biggest misconceptions about becoming a Realtor• Why so many new agents struggle• The truth about commissions and income• The mindset it takes to succeed in real estate• Advice I wish I'd received before getting licensedWhether you're thinking about becoming a real estate agent, you're a new Realtor, or you've been in the business for years, this episode offers an honest, behind-the-scenes look at the career no one talks about.🎙️ About Keys & SecretsHosted by Keki Cannon, top-producing North Shore Chicago Realtor and team leader, Keys & Secrets pulls back the curtain on the real estate industry. Each episode features real stories, practical advice, and honest conversations about buying and selling homes, building a successful real estate business, entrepreneurship, negotiations, marketing, and the moments behind every transaction.📍 Serving Chicago's North Shore, including Wilmette, Winnetka, Kenilworth, Glencoe, Evanston, Northfield, Glenview, Northbrook, Lake Forest, and surrounding communities.👍 Like, subscribe, and share if you enjoy honest conversations about real estate and entrepreneurship.#RealEstate #RealEstateAgent #Realtor #RealEstatePodcast #RealEstateCareer #NewRealtor #Entrepreneur #ChicagoRealEstate #NorthShoreChicago #KeysAndSecrets
