Bennett Forrest has worn many hats—ESPN broadcast pro, investor, top-producing buyer’s agent, and now podcast producer for The Miale Team. In this episode, Matt Miale sits down with Bennett to revisit how it all started, the missteps, the aha moments, and the gritty cold calls that shaped his real estate career.

We talk about: ✅ Why real estate isn’t a get-rich-quick business (and what new agents get wrong)
✅ The reality of investor coaching and what actually works
✅ Early days with the team, learning scripts, setting appointments, and riding shotgun on listing consults
✅ When Matt said, “Pick up the phone”—and what that moment changed
✅ The power of curiosity and why being “learning-based” unlocks everything
✅ Finding joy in helping buyers—even 15 years in
✅ What it’s like growing a team and podcasting alongside a longtime friend

🎙 QUOTE:
“Do what you love—even if buyers take more time or smaller commission. You’ll work harder and last longer doing what lights you up.” – Bennett Forrest