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What to expect
Expert interviews
Gain valuable insights from in-depth interviews with seasoned professionals and thought leaders in the industry. Discover their journeys, challenges and the strategies that propelled them to success.
Success stories
Be inspired by real success stories within the industry. Learn from individuals who have navigated challenges, capitalised on opportunities and achieved unparalleled success in Commercial Real Estate.
Insider Tips and Trends
Stay ahead of the curve with insider tips and discussions on emerging trends. The Commercial Real Estate Leadership podcast provides a valuable resource for staying informed about the latest developments shaping the industry landscape.
Strategic Leadership Talks
Join Darren for thought-provoking discussions on the strategic aspects of leadership in Commercial Real Estate. Explore topics such as effective negotiation tactics, scaling your business and market trends.
Actionable Insights
Each episode is packed with actionable insights and practical strategies that you can implement to elevate your leadership skills and grow your business in Commercial Real Estate.
Audience Q&A Sessions
Engage with the podcast community through audience Q&A sessions. Darren addresses your burning questions, providing personalised insights and advice on the topics that matter most to you.
What to expect
Expert interviews
Gain valuable insights from in-depth interviews with seasoned professionals and thought leaders in the industry. Discover their journeys, challenges and the strategies that propelled them to success.
Success stories
Be inspired by real success stories within the industry. Learn from individuals who have navigated challenges, capitalised on opportunities and achieved unparalleled success in Commercial Real Estate.
Insider Tips and Trends
Stay ahead of the curve with insider tips and discussions on emerging trends. The Commercial Real Estate Leadership podcast provides a valuable resource for staying informed about the latest developments shaping the industry landscape.
Strategic Leadership Talks
Join Darren for thought-provoking discussions on the strategic aspects of leadership in Commercial Real Estate. Explore topics such as effective negotiation tactics, scaling your business and market trends.
Actionable Insights
Each episode is packed with actionable insights and practical strategies that you can implement to elevate your leadership skills and grow your business in Commercial Real Estate.
Audience Q&A Sessions
Engage with the podcast community through audience Q&A sessions. Darren addresses your burning questions, providing personalised insights and advice on the topics that matter most to you.
About our host
Darren Krakowiak, Founder, CRE Success
Darren Krakowiak, the driving force behind CRE Success, brings over 20 years of hands-on experience and a legacy of success in Commercial Real Estate. His passion for the industry is matched only by his commitment to nurturing the growth of others. Darren’s vision extends beyond coaching; it’s about building a community of thriving professionals in Commercial Real Estate.
About our host
Darren Krakowiak, Founder, CRE Success
Darren Krakowiak, the driving force behind CRE Success, brings over 20 years of hands-on experience and a legacy of success in Commercial Real Estate. His passion for the industry is matched only by his commitment to nurturing the growth of others. Darren’s vision extends beyond coaching; it’s about building a community of thriving professionals in Commercial Real Estate.
Recent episodes
15 July 2026 | PODCAST
278. Recruit Like You Prospect
Recruitment is one of the most important tasks facing commercial real estate principals who want to grow their business, but the challenge of getting it done may not be due to a lack of talent.
In episode 278 of Commercial Real Estate Leadership, Darren Krakowiak explains why many business owners struggle to hire quality people and how a simple but important shift in mindset can dramatically improve hiring outcomes.
08 July 2026 | PODCAST
277. Are You a Deal Junkie?
Many commercial real estate principals know they should spend more time on the tools, but what happens when that time gets consumed by managing transactions instead of finding new business?
In episode 277 of Commercial Real Estate Leadership, Darren Krakowiak gets into a common growth constraint facing commercial agency owners: staying too involved in the deals they have already won.
01 July 2026 | PODCAST
276. The Two Jobs Every Commercial Real Estate Principal Has
Many commercial real estate principals start a new financial year with ambitious growth targets, only to discover their revenue looks remarkably similar to previous years.
In episode 276 of Commercial Real Estate Leadership, Darren Krakowiak investigates one of the most common causes of stagnant revenue growth: the principal becoming the bottleneck.
24 June 2026 | PODCAST
275. The Prospecting Problem You Created
Many commercial real estate principals find themselves carrying the prospecting burden for their team, even when they have capable agents in the business.
In episode 275 of Commercial Real Estate Leadership, Darren Krakowiak explains why prospecting often breaks down at the team level and why the problem is rarely a lack of motivation. To explain this, he introduces two powerful concepts: the Buffer Effect and the Pipeline Dependency Loop.
17 June 2026 | PODCAST
274. Spotting Red Flags Before Employees Leave
Employee retention starts long before a resignation lands on your desk.
In this episode of Commercial Real Estate Leadership, Darren Krakowiak explores what he calls the Departure Window: the critical period between the first warning signs of disengagement and an employee's eventual departure.
10 June 2026 | PODCAST
273. Three Questions Every Commercial Real Estate Principal Should Answer
Many commercial real estate principals know something needs to change in their business, yet months or even years can pass before they do something about it.
In episode 273 of Commercial Real Estate Leadership, Darren Krakowiak explores what he calls the holding pattern. It’s the state where business owners recognise a problem but continue delaying meaningful change.
Sep 18, 2024 | PODCAST
190. Common Sense is Not Always Common Practice
In episode 190 of Commercial Real Estate Leadership, Darren Krakowiak tackles a common leadership challenge: setting expectations with your team.
Sep 04, 2024 | PODCAST
188. Dealing with Negative Google reviews
In episode 188 of Commercial Real Estate Leadership, Darren Krakowiak tackles the challenge of handling negative and often unfair Google reviews for your business.
Aug 14, 2024 | PODCAST
186. Turning Problems into Processes; Rocco Tripodi and Andrew Bozza, Belle Property Commercial
In episode 186, Darren Krakowiak dives into the unique dynamics of commercial real estate principal partnerships, focusing on two men who started as colleagues, quickly turning into mates, and then ultimately becoming business partners.
Jul 03, 2024 | PODCAST
183. Turning The Tables: Will Tong interviews Darren Krakowiak
It’s Darren Krakowiak’s turn to sit in the hot seat. This week, Will Tong - the Founder of Property Lions, host of the WTF podcast and client of CRE Success - interviews Darren on episode 183 of Commercial Real Estate Leadership.
May 08, 2024 | PODCAST
179. From Buddhist Monastery to Managing Director; Ty Blanch, Knight Frank Central Coast
In episode 179 of Commercial Real Estate Leadership, Darren Krakowiak is joined by Ty Blanch, the Managing Director of Knight Frank Central Coast.
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