Building Beyond Sales: Growth, Balance, & Redefining Success
A Conversation with Melanie Fleet, Real Estate Powerhouse
The conversation with Melanie Fleet on Inside Success Track is a powerful journey through resilience, entrepreneurship, and redefining success. Melanie entered real estate during the 2008 housing crash, starting from the rental side and steadily building her way into a powerhouse career with more than $400M in sales.
Her story reveals how she scaled her business while balancing motherhood, why she moved into real estate development as both a creative outlet and a lifestyle choice, and the lessons she learned about burnout, boundaries, and evolving goals. At its core, Melanie’s journey is a reminder that true success comes from hard work, adaptability, and leading with heart.
-About Our Guest:
Melanie Fleet began her real estate career in 2009, hustling apartment rentals in Boston just after the 2008 market crash. With a foundation in hospitality and a passion for client service, she transitioned into sales and quickly built a name for herself. Today, Melanie leads her own thriving team—Fleet Homes—and has surpassed $400M in career sales. Since 2022, she has expanded into design and development, completing several successful projects in Newton. Melanie brings empathy, grit, and a personal mission to inspire others through her work and story.
-About Our Host:
Paula Kowalczik serves as the President of Brokerage at CHARLESGATE in Boston, Massachusetts. Known for her leadership and industry expertise, Paula has built valuable relationships throughout her career. Her journey is marked by a commitment to excellence and a genuine passion for bringing talented professionals together to achieve great results.
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