Running Teams in Two States Without Losing Your Sanity with Chad Leonberg

In this episode of the Reside Platform Podcast, host Suneet Agarwal sits down with Chad Leonberg, leader of The Leonberg Home Team with eXp Realty, to unpack the realities of running teams in two states, rebuilding from scratch, and staying consistent in uncertain markets. Chad shares candid lessons from mistakes he made chasing “shiny objects,” why daily huddles transformed his culture, and how modeling action builds stronger teams. From confronting the hard truths about leadership to embracing personal development and taking 100% responsibility, this conversation is packed with actionable insights for ambitious real estate leaders looking to scale without sacrificing freedom, lifestyle, or authenticity

Chapters:

• 00:00:00 - Welcome to Reside Platform Podcast
• 00:01:44 - The quick decision to move to Florida
• 00:02:35 - How to manage a remote team transition
• 00:03:33 - Fear of starting over in a new market
• 00:06:14 - Why leaving production isn't a badge of honor
• 00:09:17 - Biggest Mistake: Not sticking to a consistent plan
• 00:11:03 - Using focused "lead meetings" for accountability
• 00:14:34 - Overrated Fad: Relying only on social media
• 00:18:04 - Tip for Culture: Lead by working alongside your agents
• 00:19:15 - Why personal development is everything
• 00:23:15 - Market Challenge: Finding high-intent clients
• 00:26:00 - Take 100% responsibility
• 00:26:48 - How to Connect with Chad

Links and Resources:

• Reside Platform
• Reside Platform Website
• Chad Website
• Chad on Instagram
• Chad on Linkedin