Episode 12 | Owning Your Value: How Chanel Milian Built a Career in Marketing & Luxury Real Estate Sales on Her Terms

What does it look like to grow your career — on purpose — and pivot into something completely new, even after years of success?

In this episode, I sit down with Chanel Milian, a luxury Realtor in Miami and the current in-house sales executive for The WELL Residences in Coconut Grove. But before she stepped into sales, Chanel spent over a decade leading marketing strategy and consulting for some of the most prestigious real estate developments in Miami—from One Thousand Museum to 57 Ocean and more.

We talk about how Chanel moved from marketing coordinator to marketing director, and eventually made the leap into sales—building her brand, her confidence, and her career one brave move at a time.

Whether you’re dreaming of your next chapter, navigating a pivot, or just need a reminder that reinvention is possible—you’ll find inspiration, honesty, and strategy in this full-circle conversation.

5 Key Takeaways from This Episode

1. How do you know when it’s time to pivot in your career?

Chanel says: You often know before you admit it. For her, the turning point came when she realized she wasn’t just supporting agents—she had the knowledge, strategy, and client relationships to become one. The key? Owning your value before the world does.

2. What surprised her most about switching from marketing to sales?

Chanel shares: The surprise was how seamless it felt. Years of crafting brand stories and building trust prepared her to sell with confidence. The biggest shift? Trusting herself to lead, not just support.

3. What’s working in luxury real estate marketing right now?

According to Chanel: It’s a blend of timeless and tech-driven. Relationship marketing, direct mail, and email campaigns still work—but so does showing up on social in a way that tells a deeper story. Buyers are smarter than ever, and they want context, not just content.

4. How does she use AI in her day-to-day business?

Chanel admits: She lovingly calls ChatGPT “Chatty”—and uses it to fill in the gaps. From refining memos to developing sales messages, it helps her think outside herself and operate like a team, even when she’s solo.

5. What’s her advice for women thinking of switching lanes?

Chanel says: “The world won’t always recognize your value until you own it first.” And it’s okay to outgrow chapters that no longer feel aligned. The only person who can truly give you permission… is you.

Connect with Chanel:

✔️  Instagram: @chanelhuntermilian

✔️  Website

Resources & Mentions:

✔️  Book: The Gap and The Gain by Dan Sullivan & Dr. Benjamin Hardy*

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Hi, I’m Anastasiia!

Ukrainian-born, Miami-based, and someone who spent over a decade building a successful marketing career before finally building something that felt like mine.

I didn’t leave corporate on a whim. I left because I wanted creative freedom, flexible time, and a business that aligned with my life — not the other way around.

It started as a freelance gig. Then a full roster. Then a boutique real estate marketing agency. Now, it’s also this — an education platform and podcast that helps women like you transition from “stuck” to “started.”

I’m here to teach you how to build a business that fits your goals, your energy, and your version of success.