There’s no such thing as failure when you TRY: A lesson from Miley Cyrus for real estate professionals

Let’s face it—real estate isn’t exactly a walk in the park. Deals can crumble and clients can ghost you. But here’s the thing: as Miley Cyrus famously said, “There is no such thing as failure when you try.” She dropped this gem at the D23 Expo, and honestly, it’s a mantra we should all be living by—especially in real estate.

Anyone who knows me knows i'm a complete Miley STAN and seeing her journey from Disney to a music icon is all about reinvention, resilience, and never backing down from a challenge. She’s becoming a legend because she knows that every setback is just another chance to shine. And guess what? That same mindset is exactly what we need in real estate.

Fall in Love with the Process

Just like Miley’s journey from Hannah Montana to headlining stadium tours, your path in real estate is full of twists and turns. Even when it’s messy. Every showing, every negotiation, every “almost” deal—it’s all making you better at what you do.

Setbacks? More Like Set-Ups for Success

Miley’s career? Full of moments where things didn’t go as planned. In real estate, every setback is just another chance to tweak your approach, learn more about your market, and come back swinging.

Persistence Pays Off—Big Time

Persistence in chasing her dreams, despite all the ups and downs, is what’s turned her into a legend. Persistence separates the good agents from the great ones. It’s about consistently reaching out to clients, staying on top of market trends, and never letting a rough day get you down. "It's legendary to be afraid and do it anyway."

Miley’s story reminds us that success isn’t about never failing, it’s about getting back up every single time. Whether you’re working on your first sale or you’ve been in the game for years, remember: every effort you make, every challenge you tackle, and every time you try again, you’re one step closer to becoming a legend in your own right.

So, next time a deal doesn’t go your way, or a client picks another agent, just remember Miley’s words: “There is no such thing as failure when you TRY, that's the only way you lose [not trying], the only way to win is to try.” Keep pushing, keep learning, and above all, keep trying. Because in this business, it’s the hustle and heart that turn dreams into reality.

Miley at the D23 Expo < Miley as an agent in Dubai (personally I think she'd smash it)