The Touchstone Showcase

Special Episode with Touchstone Closing Partner and Touchstone Law Offices COO Brendan Ward.  We go way back — from the early days of deciding to attend law school, to first jobs, and Brendan’s outlook on becoming a lawyer. At his core, Brendan always knew his career goal was to help people and lift them up in some way and today, he does just that, one family at a time.  Brendan shares his belief that his success isn’t due to luck, but rather to hard work and discipline. He's also big into personality testing and opens up about his thoughts on fear, failure, and opportunities for growth. Plus, he talks about how he and Dan Cahill became business partners and what their biggest change over the past year has been.  Brendan’s passion and humor shine throughout this episode! We even dive into some hilarious pet peeves - quite the segment! Don’t miss it. #TouchstoneShowcase #Podcast #RealEstate #EstatePlanning #TouchstoneLawOffices #CloseWithTouchstone Follow Brendan on Instagram at @bward002 Follow Touchstone Closing on Instagram at @touchstoneclosing Follow Touchstone Law Offices on LinkedIN at @touchstonelawoffices  

Touchstone Showcase is back with Redfin Premier agent Joanne Rodrigues!  Joanne brought more than just great insights—she also treated us to her famous Portuguese Sweet Bread, a holiday gift she shares with her clients!  A first-generation Portuguese-American, Joanne’s real estate journey started at 23 with an investment property. She’s worked with We Buy Ugly Houses, managed a team, and is now a rockstar agent at Redfin. Her passion and energy shine through in this episode! She shares incredible tips for anyone in real estate, plus her go-to vacation spots, favorite restaurants, and the Starbucks order she swears by. ️ Don’t miss it! #TouchstoneShowcase #Podcast #RealEstate #Redfin #TopAgent #CloseWithTouchstone To learn more about Joanne click here.  To follow Joanne on Instagram click here. 

Season 6, Episode 7!  Joining us today is Kristina Listapad, a seasoned real estate professional with Coldwell Banker Andover. Kristina's journey is nothing short of inspiring. After a highly successful career in Belarus, she made the bold move to the United States and took a chance on becoming a real estate agent. Known for her hard work, willingness to step out of her comfort zone, and innovative approach, Kristina has built her success by staying disciplined, putting in the time, and having the courage to try new things. She’s committed to keeping her video content both entertaining and practical—and, she’s also a published children’s book author!  Tune in to hear more on that! Kristina speaks three languages, has traveled the world, and shares her favorite destinations in this episode. You don’t want to miss it. #TouchstoneShowcase #Podcast #RealEstate #ColdwellBanker #GoldenCircleGroup #CloseWithTouchstone

On today's episode, we're featuring Attorney and Partner Rob Ciampitti Jr. from our team. Rob shares how his passion for real estate began at an early age and the valuable lessons he’s learned along the way—honesty, authenticity, and tenacity always pay off. He also tells an unforgettable story about how he landed his very first refinancing client. Plus, we uncover Rob’s so-called "guilty pleasures," which are actually quite impressive and expert-level hobbies. Don’t miss this fun, informative & inspiring conversation! #TouchstoneShowcase #Podcast #RealEstate #LibertyLawTeam #CloseWithTouchstone

Touchstone Showcase: Season 6, Episode 5!  Joining us today is Maureen Moran, a seasoned real estate professional with over 25 years of award-winning experience in marketing, sales, and negotiation. In this episode, we dive into Maureen's winning strategies, her strong commitment to the community, and her highly popular Friday Instagram series. We also explore her dedication to fostering animals and discover how she and her family enjoy spending a free Saturday in the city. #TouchstoneShowcase #Podcast #RealEstate #FinnFriday #CloseWithTouchstone

Touchstone Showcase: Season 6, Episode 4! Today, we’re catching up with the leader of Jill & Co., Jill O’Shaughnessy. With over 20 years in the industry, Jill leads a thriving team of 45 agents and continues to inspire her agents at every turn. In this episode, we uncover the story behind the name Jill & Co. and the truly unique way she chose her first real estate agency. Jill’s passion for helping her agents succeed is clear—once they complete "Jill Camp," they’re ready to roll! We also dive into Jill’s recent alignment with REAL Broker, the Zillow Flex partnership, and the key influences that inspired her to start her own company. On the lighter side, Jill shares her biggest guilty pleasure and her favorite ways to unwind outside of work. Tune in for her her inspiring journey! #TouchstoneShowcase #Podcast #JillAndCo #RealBroker #MoreThanJustAMove #CloseWithTouchstone

Touchstone Showcase Season 6, Episode 3! Today, we’re thrilled to feature JD Wild, Managing Partner of ELEVATED brands and co-founder of Elevated Residential. In this episode, we take a fresh approach, diving deep into mindset, habits, and transformative action. JD shares his philosophy that “Life is Happening For You, Not To You.” His commitment to balancing work and family is nothing short of inspiring. Throughout his journey to success, he emphasizes the importance of closing the gap between achievement and potential. This episode is a must-listen—you’ll walk away ready to #elevate your mindset and make impactful changes to your daily routine. #touchstoneshowcase #podcast #ELEVATEDBoston #ELEVATEDCompanies #closewithtouchstone

Touchstone Showcase Season 6, Episode 2 with extra special guest Jamey Mroz! Jamey is the founder of Mroz Leadership Consulting, where he works with top executives to foster the culture they desire. His original goal was to get to the NFL, and he found a way through coaching to achieve just that. He has since pivoted his coaching career and now works with leaders across various industries through his consulting business. His infectious energy, positivity, and passion shine throughout this episode. Jamey shares insights on how to show up and stay "on point" every day. He also touches on one of the all-time best pet peeves.  If you're looking to boost the energy, attitude, and culture of your team, you must listen or download now.  #touchstoneshowcase #podcast #mrozmission #leadership #coaching #closewithtouchstone

Touchstone Showcase Season 6, launching with none other than the powerhouse Broker/Owner of Lamacchia Realty, Anthony Lamacchia! We dive into it all: from how he got started, to how he trains his agents, to recent acquisitions, biggest pet peeves, and much more. You'll discover the strength behind Anthony's motto, 'if you educate, you attract,' as he incorporates this approach into every aspect of his business. Don't miss out—listen or download now to experience this special episode.  

Touchstone Showcase Season 5, episode 14 featuring another new face around here, Touchstone Attorney Katie Frazier! As Jack O'Donohue says in this episode, Katie "has the best background of anyone I've ever talked to for doing what we do."  From being in family law, to becoming a certified mediator, to time spent as a realtor to rock star residential real estate attorney - this is one to listen to!  Katie's infectious energy and personality will have you locked in until the end. We cover a lot of ground from Katie's time being a D1 soccer player to recently being named Super Lawyer. Couldn't be happier that Confetti Katie is part of this team! Listen / Download to hear how this busy mom of two shines.  #touchstoneshowcase #podcast #realestate #superlawyer  #closewithtouchstone