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Off Script Podcast

Off Script Podcast

By: Will May IV & Ashley Cerveny
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Off Script is here to provide a behind-the-scenes look at TOAST Real Estate while sharing valuable resources, strategies, and best practices for thriving in the real estate industry. Hosts Will May and Ashley Cerveny aim to discuss the real-life challenges and successes they encounter, offering insights into balancing work, family, and personal life. They want to bring authenticity to their discussions, avoiding the typical polished facade often seen in the industry, and instead focusing on genuine experiences and practical advice that can help both aspiring and seasoned real estate professionals.

Off Script 2025
Career Success Economics Leadership Management & Leadership
Episodes
  • How Karen Jennings Dominates Real Estate: Secrets from an Omaha Legend & Basketball Hall of Famer
    Feb 4 2026

    Discover the secrets behind Karen Jennings' incredible 25+ year career as one of Omaha's top real estate agents! In this inspiring episode of Off Script, host Will May sits down with the University of Nebraska Hall of Famer and $40M+ annual producer to talk winning mindsets, building a sustainable real estate business, and balancing success with a fulfilling life.

    Learn how Karen applies the lessons from her legendary basketball career—where she became Nebraska’s all-time leading scorer and a Wade Trophy winner—directly to real estate. She dives into proven strategies for client relationships, building a powerful sphere, and staying consistent in a competitive market.

    This episode covers:

    • How to create lasting, meaningful client relationships that result in repeat business (Karen’s database method revealed)
    • The power of consistency and sustainable success vs. quick wins in real estate
    • Tactical advice for new agents: mentorship, preparation, and developing critical skills
    • Navigating a shifting market: advice for buyers and sellers on today’s rates, inventory, and timing
    • Work-life balance, time management, and protecting your energy as a top producer
    • Why agent-to-agent relationships are crucial for long-term success

    If you’re a real estate agent, entrepreneur, or driven professional looking to elevate your game, you’ll love Karen’s actionable tips and inspiring outlook!

    Don’t miss this masterclass in real estate and personal development. Hit subscribe for more in-depth interviews with top performers!

    #RealEstate #KarenJennings #OmahaRealEstate #BasketballHallOfFame #AgentTips #RealEstateStrategy #DatabaseBuilding #ClientRelationships #WorkLifeBalance #WomenInRealEstate

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    42 mins
  • Secrets to Real Estate Success in Omaha: Top Agent Ben Smail's Mindset, Strategies & Market Insights
    Jan 23 2026

    Want to know how to crush it in real estate—even as the market changes? On this episode of Off Script, nationally-ranked agent Ben Smale spills exactly how he built a thriving business in Omaha, serving over 100 families a year while living a balanced, fulfilling life. 🚀

    Whether you’re a new agent, top producer, or curious about what’s REALLY working in today’s real estate market, this episode is packed with actionable strategies and hard-won wisdom:

    - Ben’s journey from teaching to dominating Nebraska real estate

    - How grit, intentionality, and integrity drive long-term success

    - Real-world tips for buyer and seller consultations that save you hours

    - Setting expectations, mastering relationship-building, and scaling your business

    - Updates & predictions for the Omaha, Nebraska housing market in 2024

    - Insights for building a referable business rooted in service and trust

    Plus, Ben shares his daily habits for balancing health, family, travel, and real estate—and how you can too.

    🔔 Hit subscribe for more top agent interviews and real estate coaching tips every week!

    #realestate #omaha #bensmale #realtor #successmindset #offscriptpodcast #2024housingmarket #realestateagent

    Want more actionable advice? Listen now and learn from the best!

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    43 mins
  • 2026 Real Estate Game Plan — Market Shifts, Team Growth, & Database Mastery
    Jan 14 2026

    Welcome to the first Off Script episode of 2026! Hosts Will May and Ashley Cerveny dive deep into their 2025 recap, revealing eye-opening brokerage numbers, major team wins, and lessons learned. They unveil big changes for the Toast Real Estate Brokerage—including launching a brand-new staging company—and set ambitious goals for the year ahead.

    This episode is packed with actionable insights on:

    • How to track (and use!) your numbers for breakthrough growth
    • Navigating the new “normal” in the real estate market
    • Why skillful conversations and setting clear expectations matter more than ever
    • The power of database marketing, including an inside look at their 86-touchpoint system
    • Smart strategies for connecting with clients in a shifting landscape
    • What’s really happening—right now—with buyers and sellers

    Plus, hear about the upcoming “Agent Advantage” event series, tips for thriving in today’s reality, and candid talk on the essential skills every agent needs to succeed in 2026. Whether you’re a seasoned agent or just getting started, this episode delivers real talk, real numbers, and real strategies to help you win in the year ahead.

    Listen now and stay Off Script with Will May and Ashley Cerveny!

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    40 mins
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