# Self-Employed Agency is just a poorly paid job - Ep. 2609

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Podcast: [Letting & Estate Agent Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/letting-estate-agent-podcast-2704)
Published: 2026-08-13T00:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://soundcloud.com/christopher-watkin/self-employed-agency-is-just-a
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Duration seconds: 551

## Resource

I sat down with Lucy Joerin to discuss whether self-employed estate agency truly offers freedom and flexibility, or simply longer hours for less reward. We explore lead generation, discipline, outsourcing, and why treating yourself as a business is key to long-term success.

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