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At the Kitchen Table

At the Kitchen Table

Written by: Amanda DiVito Parle
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At The Kitchen Table is a podcast where gratitude meets ambition! Amanda DiVito Parle is thrilled to have you join her on this journey as she celebrates the incredible mentors and industry professionals who have shaped her path to success.

In each episode, we’ll gather around the metaphorical kitchen table to share inspiring stories of entrepreneurship, collaboration, and life lessons that have fueled our journeys. From the high-stakes world of real estate to the heartfelt moments of community, we’ll explore what it truly means to lift each other up and give thanks for the invaluable support we receive along the way.

So, whether you’re a budding entrepreneur or just someone eager to learn from the best, get ready for a joyful ride filled with authentic conversations, practical insights, and plenty of inspiration. Let’s dive in and discover how together we can create a ripple effect of gratitude and success!

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Episodes
  • At the Kitchen Table: Kelly Moye
    Jan 8 2026

    Host Amanda Divito Parle sits down with longtime friend, Compass Real Estate advisor, and master prospector Kelly Moye for a candid, grounded conversation about discipline, longevity, relationships, and what it truly takes to build a sustainable career in real estate.

    Raised by a single mother in the real estate business, Kelly learned early that success comes from consistency, connection, and showing up—every single day. From answering business phone calls at age seven to prospecting daily for decades, Kelly shares how her deep commitment to relationships, self-sufficiency, and work ethic shaped a career that has spanned market cycles, brokerages, and personal reinvention.

    Together, Amanda and Kelly explore why real estate is less a job and more a lifestyle—and why there is no tenure in the business. They unpack the discipline behind daily prospecting, the myth that social media replaces real relationships, and the emotional responsibility agents carry while guiding clients through life’s biggest transitions. The conversation also touches on investing early, preventing burnout, mentoring agents, and finding variety and fulfillment without abandoning the career that provides stability and meaning. Thoughtful, honest, and refreshingly practical, this episode is a masterclass in playing the long game—with heart. 🏡✨

    Topics Discussed 🔑

    Growing Up in Real Estate How watching her single mother build a business shaped Kelly’s work ethic, confidence, and client-first mindset.

    Self-Sufficiency as a Driving Force Why Kelly believes in always being able to take care of herself—and how that belief fuels her consistency.

    The Discipline of Daily Prospecting How structured relationship management and two hours a day of outreach create an all-referral business.

    Why Relationships Outperform Social Media How real connection, not online visibility, sustains long-term success.

    Real Estate as a Lifestyle, Not a Job Why the business doesn’t fit into a 9–5 box—and likely never will.

    No Tenure, No Entitlement Why every agent starts at zero each year, regardless of experience or reputation.

    Investing Early and Hedging the Future Lessons learned from market investing, rental properties, and knowing what you’re good at.

    Choosing the People You Work With Why boundaries, discernment, and gratitude matter more than price point.

    Mentoring Agents Without Carrying Them Kelly’s approach to leadership, accountability, and letting people earn their place.

    Avoiding Burnout Through Variety How Kelly finds growth and challenge outside real estate—without destabilizing her core business.

    Practical Takeaways for Entrepreneurs & Leaders 🛠️

    • Consistency beats talent over the long term. • Relationships compound—if you tend them intentionally. • Discipline is often fueled by fear, but sustained by enjoyment. • Real estate success requires emotional availability, not just hustle. • There is no “arrival” point—everyone starts at zero again. • Invest early in what you understand. • Build a business that supports your life, not one you need to escape from.

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    36 mins
  • At the Kitchen Table: Joe Fitzpatrick
    Dec 26 2025

    Host Amanda DiVito Parle welcomes top-producing Rhode Island real estate leader Joe Fitzpatrick of RE/MAX Results for a candid, hilarious, and surprisingly heartfelt conversation about discipline, evolution, and building a business that doesn’t cost you your life. Originally from Dublin, Ireland, Joe shares how soccer brought him to the U.S., how years of nonstop grind shaped his work ethic, and how he built one of the most dominant real estate operations in his market—first as a relentless producer, and later as a team and brokerage owner.

    Together, Amanda and Joe unpack the real lessons that come from longevity: why consistency beats intensity, how success often lives “where people quit,” and why learning your numbers, leveraging help, and being kinder to co-brokers can dramatically change your career. With sharp humor, real talk, and practical wisdom, this episode is a blueprint for agents and entrepreneurs who want to win big—and win well. 🏡⚡️

    Topics Discussed 🔑 • From Dublin to Newport: The Long Road to Real Estate How Joe’s Irish roots, early hustle, and move to the U.S. through soccer shaped his identity and drive. • Athlete Discipline & the Real Estate Grind What decades of competitive sports taught Joe about consistency, resilience, and staying focused through hard seasons. • “Consistency Will Always Outperform Intensity” Joe’s core philosophy—and why long-term effort beats short bursts of motivation every time. • Entrepreneur From Day One Why Joe says he’s always been entrepreneurial, even in restaurant work, and never resonated with clock-in/clock-out life. • No Mentor, Just Output Joe reflects on building his business without a singular mentor—by outworking everyone and learning in real time. • Regrets: Relationships, Ego & Co-Brokering How Joe’s early “me vs. the world” mindset cost him relationships—and why being nice is not optional in a closable transaction. • Know Your Numbers, Know Your Profit The lesson Joe wishes he’d learned 15 years earlier: tracking spend, profitability, budgets, and where revenue really comes from. • Where Success Really Lives: Calls 5–12 Why most agents stop right before conversion happens—and how persistence creates the advantage. • Leverage, Delegation & Hiring Help The mindset shift that changed Joe’s trajectory: stop doing $18/hour tasks when you’re a $200/hour agent. • Still Selling While Building a Brokerage Joe shares how he’s slowly reducing his production while increasing the team’s output to create a sustainable, sellable asset. • Buying the Brokerage: Timing, Opportunity & Strategy How succession planning, RE/MAX positioning, and the right partners (including top producer + COO) made ownership make sense. • What’s Next: The Final Hustle Chapter + Community Leadership Joe’s 9–10 year plan, long-term investments, travel dreams, and potential run for local office back home in Newport.

    Practical Takeaways for Agents, Leaders & Entrepreneurs 🛠️ • Play the long game: Consistency compounds—intensity burns out. • Track what matters: Know your numbers, profit margins, and true ROI. • Leverage to scale: Delegation is the path to freedom and sustainability. • Relationships close deals: Co-brokers aren’t obstacles—they’re partners in getting to the closing table. • Persist where others quit: Follow-up is where the money is (especially calls 5–12). • Build a sellable asset: Don’t work 30 years just to walk away with nothing. • Reduce reliance on you: A strong team and systems create freedom—and options. • Success shouldn’t cost your life: Build businesses that support your marriage, health, and time.

    If this episode gave you a fresh perspective on discipline, growth, and building a real estate business that lasts, subscribe, rate the show, and share it with someone who’s in the grind—and needs a smarter path forward. 🎙️⭐

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    38 mins
  • At the Kitchen Table: Jeri Walsh
    Dec 11 2025

    Host Amanda DiVito Parle sits down with longtime friend and entrepreneur Jeri Walsh, founder of Golden Laser Aesthetics, for an honest, thoughtful conversation about beauty, confidence, entrepreneurship, and what it really takes to build a people-first business in a rapidly growing industry. From struggling with severe eczema as a child to becoming a trusted leader in medical aesthetics, Jeri shares how personal experience, passion, and a willingness to take risks shaped her path from esthetician to business owner.

    Together, Amanda and Jeri unpack the evolving world of aesthetics—from injectables and skincare to wellness, hormones, and longevity—while dismantling the stigma often associated with “getting work done.” They explore why confidence looks different for everyone, why natural results and ethical care matter more than trends, and how feeling good in your skin can have a powerful ripple effect in every area of life. The conversation also dives into leadership, ADD as a creative superpower, setting boundaries as a working mother, and knowing when growth supports your life—and when it doesn’t. With humor, candor, and grounded insight, this episode offers a refreshing, human take on beauty, business, and balance. ✨💆‍♀️

    Topics Discussed 🔑

    From Eczema to Entrepreneurship How Jeri’s childhood skin struggles sparked a lifelong passion for skincare and transformation.

    Finding Her Path in Medical Aesthetics From facials to lasers to leadership—and how each stop along the way provided a critical piece of the puzzle.

    ADD as a Superpower Why Jeri embraces her diagnosis and how it fuels creativity, drive, and big-picture thinking.

    Breaking the Stigma Around Aesthetic Treatments Why skincare and injectables are no different than caring for any other part of your body.

    Natural Beauty, Not Trends Why Golden Laser Aesthetics prioritizes subtle, natural-looking results over viral aesthetics.

    Gen Z, Injectables & Long-Term Thinking A thoughtful discussion on younger clients entering the Botox and filler world—and the importance of ethical guidance.

    The Art (and Responsibility) of Injectables Why injector skill, restraint, and understanding facial balance matter more than volume.

    Leading a Sales-Based Care Team Balancing heart-led service with the reality that education and sales are part of sustainable care.

    Motivating a Team When You’re the Go-Getter Why leadership doesn’t always come naturally—and when it’s smart to hire support.

    Boundaries, Motherhood & Business Ownership How Jeri protects family time, sets expectations with clients, and avoids burnout.

    Growth Without Overexpansion Why Jeri prefers depth over multiple locations—and how intentional growth creates stability.

    Wellness, Longevity & What’s Next From hormones to wellness to a potential second business, Jeri shares how she’s thinking about the future—without sacrificing her marriage or motherhood.

    Practical Takeaways for Entrepreneurs & Leaders 🛠️

    • Your personal story can become your strongest business foundation. • Confidence looks different for everyone—honor individual goals, not trends. • Ethical guidance builds long-term trust and loyalty. • Boundaries protect both your business and your family. • Not everyone is motivated the same way—lead accordingly or hire support. • Growth should support your life, not consume it. • Feeling good isn’t vanity—it’s wellness.

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    28 mins
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