In Episode 52 of Success Behind The Numbers, we sit down with Baldassare “Baldo” LaRussa, a former chef whose passion for service laid the foundation for a thriving real estate career. Now a top agent at KW Legendary, Baldo brings the same precision, patience, and calm-under-pressure mindset from the kitchen into every transaction he handles. 🎙️👨‍🍳
This episode dives into how Baldo’s journey through the culinary world shaped his ability to handle stress, build strong client relationships, and grow a business rooted in service, education, and giving back. From leveraging community and charity work to fuel his growth, to educating buyers and sellers with heart and honesty, Baldo shares how real estate helped him create a dream life for his family, and how he’s helping others do the same.
If you’re building a real estate business that’s built to last, this conversation will challenge you to lead with service, double down on the fundamentals, and never lose sight of the client experience.
Timestamps:
0:00 – Intro: Meet Baldassare “Baldo” LaRussa
1:58 – From Chef to Realtor: Managing Pressure and People
5:20 – How His Culinary Background Shaped His Real Estate Mindset
7:05 – Community, Charity & Growth: The Power of Local Roots
10:30 – Educating Clients With Clarity and Compassion
16:12 – Building a Dream Life Through Real Estate
20:50 – Staying Grounded in a Fast-Paced Market
24:10 – Advice to Agents Looking for Purpose
30:05 – What Baldo Would Tell His Younger Self
Follow Rich:
📲 Instagram: @richamato_kwcore
📧 Facebook: Richard Amato Keller Williams Core
Follow Baldo:
📲 Instagram: @soldbybaldo
📧 Facebook: Baldassare LaRussa
🌐 Website: www.soldbybaldo.com
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