{"podcast":{"title":"B Student Podcast","slug":"b-student-podcast-7163471","podcast_index_feed_id":7163471,"rss_url":"https://www.spreaker.com/show/6478661/episodes/feed","website_url":"https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/b-student-podcast--6478661","image_url":"https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/5d1b904ad5ce54f3998017d132dbd2e1.jpg","author":"Winter Park Chamber of Commerce","episode_count":53,"summary":"The B Student Podcast is hosted by Betsy Gardner, the President and CEO of the Winter Park Chamber of Commerce. The podcast focuses on exploring the \"B side\" of influential and dynamic professionals. Just like the B-side of a record, where deeper, more personal passions often live, this podcast highlights the less publicized yet deeply impactful aspects of these individuals' work and lives. Betsy brings her extensive experience as a CEO, speaker, consultant, and executive coach to dive into conversations with experts from diverse fields. The goal is to provide listeners with actionable insights, strategies, and inspiration to help them succeed and create meaningful impact in their own careers and communities. Each episode introduces listeners to unique perspectives and lessons on topics like leadership, emotional intelligence, community building, and personal growth—empowering the audience to \"be\" more successful and impactful in their own lives. About the host: Betsy Gardner is a dynamic leader with a diverse professional background. Since January 2017, she has served as the President and CEO of the Winter Park Chamber of Commerce, where she has been instrumental in modernizing t…","last_synced_at":null,"page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/b-student-podcast-7163471"},"episode":{"title":"51. The Soft Skills AI Can’t Touch: Career Success & Real Estate with Courtney Pelfrey","slug":"51-the-soft-skills-ai-can-t-touch-career-success-real-estate-with-courtney-pelfrey","published_at":"2026-05-27T11:00:03+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/b-student-podcast-7163471/51-the-soft-skills-ai-can-t-touch-career-success-real-estate-with-courtney-pelfrey","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/b-student-podcast-7163471","url":"https://www.spreaker.com/episode/51-the-soft-skills-ai-can-t-touch-career-success-real-estate-with-courtney-pelfrey--72176219","audio_url":"https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/72176219/ep51_guest_courtney_pelfrey.mp3","summary":"How do you pivot careers from higher ed to real estate while managing motherhood and a family business? Courtney Pelfrey (Miller Grant & Company) joins Ashley Billings on the B Student Podcast to reveal the reality of building a relationship-based business in Winter Park, FL. In this episode, we go past the transaction to discuss the emotional side of home buying, the truth about career transitions, and the \"secret\" soft skill every professional needs: curiosity. Watch the full conversation to learn: The Pivot: How Courtney moved from 10 years in collegiate career services into the real estate industry. The \"Baby\" Metaphor: Why closing on a home is like bringing home a baby and why aftercare matters. Curiosity vs. AI: Why curiosity is the leadership skill technology can't replicate. Family Dynamics: The challenges and rewards of running a brokerage with your father and sister. Working Motherhood: Practical wisdom on staying present as a mom while building a recognizable local brand. Relationship Business: Why being \"purpose-driven\" wins over trends every time. Whether you're a relauncher returning to the workforce, a new agent, or a business owner in a new season of life, Courtney’s journey offers a roadmap for staying aligned with your values. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone navigating a new season in life or business. Time Stamps: 00:00 – Meet Courtney Pelfrey & Her Career Pivot Story 02:12 – Why She Left Higher Education for Real Estate 04:48 – Building a Family-Owned Real Estate Business 05:31 – Why Closing on a Home is Like Bringing Home a Baby 07:15 – Working With Family: Strengths, Roles & Dynamics 09:42 – Creating a Relationship-Driven Real Estate Brand 12:18 – The Emotional Side of Buyi…","meta_description":"How do you pivot careers from higher ed to real estate while managing motherhood and a family business? 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