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Estate Agency Leaders Podcast with Ian Preston

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by Ian Preston

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Estate Agency Leaders is the definitive real estate podcast for UK property professionals. Hosted by Ian Preston, this leadership podcast delivers honest conversations with forward-thinking agency owners and innovators. While other real estate agent podcasts focus on basic sales, we explore how elite leaders build culture, drive performance, and embrace CRM technology to stay ahead. From independent branches to national networks, get practical insights from those shaping the future of property. Join us and take your seat at the table with the people moving the industry forward.

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11/1/2025

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Episode thumbnail for David Powell: Purpose, profit, and property, inside the 80 year legacy of Andrews

May 20, 2026

David Powell: Purpose, profit, and property, inside the 80 year legacy of Andrews

<p>This episode features an in-depth conversation with David Powell, CEO of Andrews, exploring the unique 80-year legacy of an estate agency entirely owned by a charitable trust. </p><p>Powell shares his leadership journey, emphasising the importance of a people-first culture and the strategic advantages of moving against the crowd in a tough property market. </p><p>The discussion covers the future of the industry, including the &quot;brave&quot; deployment of AI to achieve better lead conversion and the transition of high-street offices into marketing assets. </p><p>Additionally, Powell details his efforts to campaign for stamp duty reform to reduce market friction and create a more sustainable, long-term solution for homeowners.</p>

Episode thumbnail for 28 seconds to success with Luke Somerset: How AI and speed are transforming the modern agency

May 7, 2026

28 seconds to success with Luke Somerset: How AI and speed are transforming the modern agency

<p>In this episode of Estate Agency Leaders Podcast, Luke Somerset, a leader in financial services innovation through his companies Finamply and Seedpath, discusses why technology—and specifically speed—is the ultimate competitive advantage for modern businesses. </p><p>He shares how a relentless focus on rapid lead response can dramatically increase profitability, revealing that delaying a customer response by just four minutes can slash conversion rates by over 60%. </p><p>Somerset emphasizes that the goal of AI is not to replace talented staff, but to bridge the gap between human expertise and the massive volume of opportunities that often fall through the cracks.</p><p>The conversation dives deep into the transition from traditional, labour-intensive call centres to sophisticated, AI-driven SMS nurturing journeys. By focusing AI at the top of the funnel to handle repetitive, high-volume tasks, Somerset explains how businesses can double their productivity while simultaneously reducing overhead. </p><p>Whether you are in estate agency or financial services, this episode provides a practical roadmap for leveraging technology to recapture lost leads and allow your team to focus on high-value, relationship-driven work.</p>

Episode thumbnail for Winning together: How the COO of Zoopla, Richard Hayes, evolved his leadership style

April 29, 2026

Winning together: How the COO of Zoopla, Richard Hayes, evolved his leadership style

<p>In this interview with Richard Hayes, the COO of Zoopla, he discusses his entrepreneurial background and the company’s current vision. </p><p>He shares his journey from starting a car finance business at 21 to founding and eventually selling Mojo Mortgages before joining Zoopla. </p><p>Richard talks about his leadership style, moving from a competitive &quot;winner&quot; mentality to a collaborative &quot;win together&quot; approach that now defines Zoopla&#39;s internal culture and its focus on bringing value to customers.</p><p>The conversation also explores Zoopla’s role as a marketing partner for estate agents, focusing on high-quality lead generation and the strategic use of data. Richard explains how Zoopla is investing in AI to enhance the consumer experience through personalised property alerts and improved search parameters while ensuring these tools drive real ROI for agents. </p><p>Finally, he offers advice for agency owners, encouraging them to embrace experimentation, specifically with flexible fee models, and to stay curious about how AI can improve their business operations.</p>

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What is Estate Agency Leaders Podcast with Ian Preston?

Estate Agency Leaders is the definitive real estate podcast for UK property professionals. Hosted by Ian Preston, this leadership podcast delivers honest conversations with forward-thinking agency owners and innovators.

While other real estate agent podcasts focus on basic sales, we explore how elite leaders build culture, drive performance, and embrace CRM technology to stay ahead. From independent branches to national networks, get practical insights from those shaping the future of property. Join us and take your seat at the table with the people moving the industry forward.

How often does this podcast release new episodes?

This podcast updates daily.

Where can I listen to this podcast?

This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.

Does this podcast accept guests?

Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.

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