A Sports Mom’s Transition from Disney to Real Estate | Ep. 579

Welcome to another inspiring episode of the Loan Officer Podcast! In this episode, your host Dustin Owen sits down with the incredible Yaritza, a top Orlando real estate broker and former Disney employee, to dive deep into her remarkable journey from the magic of Disney to the fast-paced world of real estate. Yaritza opens up about her decade-long career at Disney and how the skills she learned there—like exceptional customer service and attention to detail—helped shape her approach to real estate. She shares the personal and professional challenges she faced, especially as a mother balancing the demands of parenting with the hustle of building a successful career. After being laid off during the COVID-19 pandemic, Yaritza made the bold decision to pursue real estate full-time, turning a setback into a major comeback. Throughout the conversation, Yaritza reveals the keys to her success: unwavering consistency, patience through tough times, and a strong belief in herself. She discusses the critical role of clear communication with lenders and how building strong relationships has been essential to her growth in the industry. Yaritza also talks about her passion project, The Sports Mom Playbook podcast, where she supports and empowers sports moms navigating the challenges of youth athletics, offering advice, encouragement, and a sense of community. This episode is packed with valuable insights on authenticity, resilience, and the power of relationship-building—whether you’re a real estate professional, a parent, or anyone striving to overcome obstacles and achieve your goals. Don’t miss Yaritza’s inspiring story and practical tips for success! If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to like, comment, and subscribe for more interviews with industry leaders and motivational stories. Share your thoughts below—what part of Yaritza’s journey resonated with you the most? And don’t forget to check out The Sports Mom Playbook for more support and inspiration! *Introduction and Guest Background (00:00:00)* Dustin introduces Yuritza Cheyenne, her background, and outlines the episode’s topics: real estate, Disney, motherhood, and sports mom life. *Yaritza’s Early Ambitions and Disney Career (00:04:27)* Yaritza discusses her childhood dream of working for Disney, her education at UCF, and her decade-long career at Disney. *Motherhood and Identity Shift (00:06:33)* Yaritza shares how becoming a mother changed her career trajectory and led to an identity crisis, balancing ambition and family. *Transition to Real Estate (00:12:14)* Yaritza explains how she started real estate part-time, motivated by her husband, and the challenges of getting licensed while being a new mom. *Laid Off During COVID and Going All-In (00:14:25)* Yaritza describes being laid off from Disney during COVID, deciding to pursue real estate full-time, and the mindset shift required. *Keys to Succeeding in Real Estate (00:15:56)* Yaritza shares her top three lessons: consistency, patience, and self-belief, and how she leveraged her Disney experience and sphere of influence. *Working with Lenders: Communication & Preferences (00:19:08)* Yaritza discusses what she values in lenders—especially communication and loan program options—and rates their importance. *How Lenders Can Stand Out (00:24:16)* Yaritza gives advice to loan officers on building relationships with realtors, emphasizing authenticity, word of mouth, and not being overly salesy. *The Sports Mom Playbook Podcast (00:26:08)* Yaritza introduces her podcast for sports moms, its origin, community focus, and the fun of connecting with guests and going viral online. Subscribe: @TheSportsMomPlaybook Subscribe: @TLOPentertainment Originator Coaching: https://tloponline.com/mlo-coaching-programs/?utm_source=TLOP&utm_medium=Description&utm_id=YouTube