In this episode of Unscripted, I sit down with Claire Corby - founder and Managing Director of Capital Buyers Agency - to explore the deeply personal and professional pivot that led her from the world of accounting into real estate. But not just any real estate — Claire became a trailblazing buyer’s agent, building a respected business purely on word of mouth and strong client advocacy.

This episode is a grounded and generous conversation about letting go of identity, unlearning perfectionism, and stepping into an unknown that ultimately aligned with who she truly is.

Claire speaks with refreshing honesty about the moment she realised she was on the wrong path, the resistance she felt about changing direction, and the supportive conversation that gave her permission to leap. We discuss the challenges of being a woman in real estate, the power of trusting yourself even when it’s terrifying, and how her background in accounting became a secret weapon in her success.

We also cover:

• What it really takes to go from corporate certainty to entrepreneurial freedom
• How to reframe failure when you’re already living your worst-case scenario
• The inner dialogue women often wrestle with before stepping into something bigger
• Why personal identity and professional identity are more connected than we think
• How Claire manages energy, flexibility and ambition as a business owner
• The music and books that have fuelled her growth (spoiler: Dr Seuss and AC/DC both get a mention)

This is a rich, unscripted conversation about career pivots, identity shifts, and redefining what success looks like on your own terms.

Guest Details:

Claire Corby is the founder and Managing Director of Capital Buyers Agency, Canberra’s leading buyer’s agency. Starting in 2014, Claire has grown her business into a trusted name for homebuyers, with a focus on advocacy, transparency and integrity. A trained accountant turned real estate expert, Claire blends analytical thinking with deep empathy — helping people navigate property with clarity and confidence.

🌐 Website: capitalbuyersagency.com.au