In the Season 2 finale of Miami Lead, Pastor Bill White talks with Sherrie Porter, COO of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices EWM Realty, about leadership in one of Miami’s most influential industries: real estate.
Sherrie shares her long journey with the company, from joining in 1987 to helping lead an organization that has grown from two offices and 60 agents to seven offices and roughly 650 associates. Along the way, she has learned that real estate is a people business. It is built on relationships, trust, and the ability to support agents and clients through major life moments that often drive real estate decisions.
A major focus of the episode is leading through change. Sherrie reflects on brand transitions, industry shifts, and the massive pivot required during the pandemic. Her leadership philosophy is clear: build culture intentionally, communicate with transparency, and protect integrity at every level.
One standout line captures her approach to developing people: “I will coach you up or love you out the door.” She explains that strong culture requires both grace and accountability, with leaders modeling the values they want to see in others.
Sherrie also describes a recent leadership test when a credible headline suddenly claimed their parent company was being bought. In the middle of confusion and outside noise, the company had to respond quickly, communicate clearly, and rely on the trust they have built over time.
The conversation closes with Sherrie’s perspective on faith. For her, there is no separation between faith and leadership. Prayer, discernment, and daily encouragement help her lead with calm and clarity, especially in seasons she cannot fully see ahead.
Key Takeaways
- Culture must be built on purpose
Trust, credibility, and values shape whether people thrive. - Real estate is a relationship business
People and life events sit at the center of every transaction. - Change requires clear communication
Transparency and consistency calm uncertainty. - Grace and accountability strengthen teams
Coach people up, and keep standards clear. - Faith can anchor leadership under pressure
Prayer and spiritual habits bring steadiness when the pace is intense.
