Meri Rama immigrated from Albania in 1994 with no money, no network, and a thick accent—then built a life most people only talk about. In this episode of Time Tested Mastery, Meri shares how she went from riding the bus to her first restaurant job (and taking notes on slang behind the scenes) to becoming the force behind two respected businesses: Century 21 Cornerstone and Focus Escrow.

You’ll hear the real story—how real estate found her, why her standards are non-negotiable, and how she built her reputation on one principle: make people feel seen, heard, and taken care of. Meri also breaks down what agents at every level need most: the right mentorship and accountability for new agents, consistency and “don’t stop showing up” habits for mid-level agents, and staying sharp, adaptive, and communication-focused for top producers.

If you want a masterclass in work ethic, responsibility, and leadership that actually holds up under pressure—this one delivers.

Connect with Meri: Cell/text: 562-755-7454

In this episode of Time Tested Mastery: Life Lessons Sell, Mark Dolan sits down with veteran REALTOR® Mark Wayman (RE/MAX Big Bear Area Experts) to talk about what still works when the market changes: getting out of your comfort zone, talking to people you don’t know, building trust, and staying grounded in the basics.

Mark Wayman shares how he built a serious production career without chasing online hype—by answering the phone, educating clients, communicating consistently, and creating a referral-driven business built on relationships. They also discuss what the 2008 crash taught them about humility, resilience, and rebuilding—lessons every agent needs for long-term survival.

Need real estate help or want to connect with Mark Wayman directly?
Cell: 909-648-4279
✉️ Email: mwayman8@msn.com

If you’re tired of gimmicks and want real-world, repeatable production principles, this episode is for you.

What does it look like to build a real estate career the long way—without shortcuts, without flash, and without turning people away based on price?

In this episode of Time Tested Mastery: Life Lessons Sell, Mark Dolan sits down with Becki Wheeler (RE/MAX Big Bear), a Big Bear specialist who’s been in the trenches since 2001. Becki shares how she went from working three jobs and learning real estate from the ground up, to becoming a trusted name in her community—one client at a time.

You’ll hear a straight talk conversation on:

• Why empathy isn’t “soft”—it’s a competitive advantage

• What buyers and sellers really go through (including Becki’s own COVID-era experience)

• The truth about time, boundaries, and being available in a service business

• Why turning down “smaller” listings can cost you long-term trust—and referrals

• How consistency over years turns into a reputation that starts bringing clients to you

If you believe mastery isn’t a moment—it’s a pattern—this one will land.