Women Who Roar

It’s often said that it’s a very exciting time to be a woman, but one could go as far as to say that it’s always been exciting to be one. Despite all that females have endured, most would never want to be anything but. History shows us that women are natural, fierce leaders and protectors, with a keen sense and unique perspective as such. Yes, they’ve always been seen as maternal and the glue that holds life together, but what we’re seeing now is a woman unleashed is a force to be reckoned with. A woman in real estate though, now that’s a powerful combination. Innately nurturing, they work as a team and listen, making ownership and management positions almost second nature. And with a flexible real estate sales career, the choice between home and work is a thing of the past. The numbers are clear with the National Association of REALTORS ® (NAR) reporting that 67% of all REALTORS ® are female in their 2019 REALTOR ® Quick Facts. Here are just a few of the women who mean business here at EXIT.

Lori Muller, Broker/Owner - EXIT Elite Realty, WI

Why EXIT:

My business partner at the time and I had the disclosure papers in hand for another franchise, but during a real estate conference we were attending my partner started talking to an EXIT agent from South Carolina. We googled EXIT on our way home in the airport and sent in an inquiry. The regional owner made immediate contact with us, we met the next week, and we purchased the first EXIT office in the state of Wisconsin.

Years in real estate:

17

Why real estate:

I wanted the freedom of having my own business. I’ve never looked back once I was licensed.

Female role model:

Tami Bonnell is my inspiration. She has always asked what is important to me, what I wanted to do, and where I saw myself. Because of her, my passion ignited for helping other women in business.

Power mantra:

Fear is temporary, BUT regret is forever.

Successory:

The Resource Center where I’m always looking up offices and agents to match them to one another for transactions, sponsoring, and potential franchisees.

When the going gets tough:

Get a coach or at least an accountability partner to help work through things. This person has your back, is your sounding board, and sees things from a different set of eyes. If you don’t have one reach out to another EXIT member across the country and you’ll see both your businesses soar!

Empowering advice:

You make your life by design. Affirm your destination and desires. Face your challenges and challengers head on because this is your dream and no one or nothing will stop you!

Tanya Myre, Broker - EXIT Realty Matrix, ON

Why EXIT:

EXIT focuses on the individual with training, branding, technology, culture, and financial freedom. It’s a real estate company with heart.

Years in real estate:

9

Why real estate:

I was starting my young family and looking for a career with a flexible schedule so I could have a healthy work and home life balance.

Female role model:

Maggie Tessier, she is an inspiration with great core values, who built an empire. She’s an amazing leader.

Power mantra:

Don’t limit your challenges, challenge your limits.

Successory:

For me it’s all about networking; the connections with colleagues. All trainings and events at EXIT are focused on the development of the individual. Mindset goes a long way.

When the going gets tough:

You can’t stop the waves, but you can learn to surf. Love, compassion and keeping a positive attitude will get you through life’s obstacles

Empowering advice:

Always be true to yourself. Your values are non-negotiable. Find your mojo and make it shine.

Marki Lemons Ryhal, Associate Broker - EXIT Strategy Realty, IL

Why EXIT:

The culture and the residual income. In 2019 my residuals funded the publishing of my international best-selling book.

Years in real estate:

20

Why real estate:

As an unwed mother at the time, real estate afforded me the opportunity to earn an aboveaverage income and the ability to be a hands-on parent who participated in all school activities.

Female role model:

My mother, Hazel Denise Lemons. She was also an unwed, teen mom who quit her job and opened one of Chicago’s first food trucks in 1982. She taught me the importance of knowing your worth, dreaming big, and taking chances.

Power mantra:

There is bigger, better, and best all around the world, what are you going to do about it?

Successory:

The Prompter!™ app. I believe in the power of affirmations. When the going gets tough: My trifecta is prayer, church, and gospel music.

Empowering advice:

Never allow anyone to put you into their box. Being authentic to yourself makes you feel empowered.

Marcella Poitras, Broker/Owner - EXIT Realty Elite, NB

Why EXIT:

It’s fresh and innovative with a great look and style, fantastic energy and new thinking. EXIT is real estate with a heart.

Years in real estate:

8 1/2 W

Why real estate:

I have always been fascinated by real estate and I love sales. I had a sales background and wanted to take things to the next level professionally.

Female role model:

Queen Elizabeth. She has been relevant and a leader from the young age of 25. She always exercises control and is not intimidated by world leaders. Her grace and consistency inspire me, as does her ability to hold it together for so many decades.

Power mantra:

“I’m healthy, fit and producing $_________ a month”. I started with $5,000 a month and now I’m up to $50,000 a month. I am addicted to this mantra and I increase it in increments of $10,000 as needed.

Successory:

Multimedia, MEMO and the support we get from EXIT’s Executives is so impressive. I always feel surrounded by greatness and someone is always there to help.

When the going gets tough:

I always say, “We have a situation, let’s find a solution,” so I surround myself with positivity, great staff and colleagues, and I have great faith in the higher power and mediumship.

Empowering advice:

Be consistent with your clients and always reach out. Remain focused. Surround yourself with people whose strengths are your weaknesses and take advice from those who inspire you in their success.