One-on-one with Miquaela Bussian

What’s one book you’d recommend everyone read?

I’m currently reading The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins. This book is about empowerment through detachment. It’s not about giving up or being passive — it’s about setting yourself free from the burden of managing others’ choices, and instead, protecting your peace and energy.

 

How did you get into Real Estate?

I was working in retail as a store manager when I fell pregnant with my daughter. After taking 12 months off, I realised the demanding hours in retail no longer aligned with the lifestyle I needed. I decided to explore a new direction and applied for a receptionist role at a real estate agency. Starting at the front desk gave me the chance to learn the ins and outs of the industry and build a strong foundation. After a couple of months, I was given the opportunity to step into an assistant property manager role, where I spent the next six months gaining hands-on experience, learning legislation, and navigating the challenges of property management. With consistent effort, a willingness to learn, and the support of my team, I eventually progressed into a senior property manager role. It was definitely a journey of growth, and one I’m really proud of.

 

What’s your favourite part of the day?

I would say going home to my beautiful daughter. I love hearing about her day and all the things she’s learnt at daycare.

 

Dogs or cats?

Dogs!

My favourite part of my job is being able to pet all the dogs at the properties I look after.

 

What’s the best part about working at Calibre Real Estate?

The culture and the work-life balance are some of the best parts about working at Calibre.
Having a healthy work-life balance allows you to create space for both your career and personal life to thrive, without constantly sacrificing one for the other.
We also have a great team culture within the office.

 

Who inspires you and why?

My mum!

It might sound cliché, but it’s true.

My mum is a huge source of inspiration in my life. She’s one of the strongest, most grounded people I know. No matter what life throws at her, she handles it with resilience, calm, and a sense of purpose.

She’s taught me the value of hard work, self-respect, and doing the right thing — even when it’s not the easy option. Watching how she carries herself has shaped a lot of how I approach both work and life.

 

Know someone with a rental property in Brisbane’s Inner West or North?

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Refer them to Calibre’s property management service and, once they sign up, you’ll receive a $500 Visa gift card. Your friend will enjoy 3 months of free property management, and you’ll both go into the draw to win $5,000!* T&Cs apply.

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