We recently had the chance to connect with Monet Berger and have shared our conversation below.
Monet, we’re thrilled to have you with us today. Before we jump into your intro and the heart of the interview, let’s start with a bit of an ice breaker: What do the first 90 minutes of your day look like?
My mornings are non-negotiable and start at 530am. I start by hanging with my 13-year-old Yorkie—CEO of my household—then knock back my celery juice like it’s rocket fuel. Followed by a double espresso while answering emails. From there, it’s straight to a heated room on 3rd Street for a no-excuses, sweat-it-out workout. By 8:30 AM, I’m showered, centered, and already three steps ahead of my to-do list.
Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
Hi, I’m Monet Berger—real estate advisor, style enthusiast, and founder of the all-female Monet Berger Group at Compass Beverly Hills. We specialize in elevated, design-driven real estate experiences for a discerning clientele that includes fashion designers, CEOs, creatives, and founders who value both strategy and style.
With a background in fashion and a passion for aesthetics, I bring a curated approach to every aspect of the process, from prepping properties for market with editorial-level staging to uncovering off-market gems that feel like a best-kept secret.
Our team is known for blending white-glove service with a deep understanding of what makes a house feel like home. Currently, we’re focused on transformative listings and have a fantastic crew that assists us in getting homes ready for the market. I help my clients build generational wealth through informed real estate decisions.
Whether you’re buying, selling, or simply curious, I believe real estate should be an inspiring and empowering experience. My team’s work is deeply personal, highly tailored, and always elevated.
Amazing, so let’s take a moment to go back in time. What breaks the bonds between people—and what restores them?
What often breaks the bonds between people is a lack of presence, when we stop listening, stop showing up, or let our ego speak louder than empathy. It’s rarely one big thing; it’s the small moments of disconnection that slowly unravel trust. In both business and life, I’ve seen how important it is to stay rooted in honesty, humility, and honest communication.
What restores those bonds is vulnerability. Being willing to say, “I got it wrong,” or “I see you,” or simply, “I’m here”, that’s where the magic happens. I’ve built my career on relationships, and I’ve learned that connection is something we actively nurture. It takes grace, patience, and the courage to keep choosing the relationship, even when it’s uncomfortable.
What’s something you changed your mind about after failing hard?
What changed my mind about failing was starting over at 40 and realizing it wasn’t the end, it was a new beginning. I had to let go of what wasn’t working, trust my instincts, and rebuild with intention. And yes, it was scary. However, it also gave me clarity, courage, and an entirely new chapter that aligned more closely with who I actually was, rather than just what I thought I should be.
Failure, in hindsight, was never failure. It was a redirection. It was the moment I bet on myself and won in the face of the most significant challenges.
Sure, so let’s go deeper into your values and how you think. What would your closest friends say really matters to you?
My friends would say I care deeply about loyalty, aesthetics, and honesty. They’d tell you I show up, whether it’s for a tough moment, a glass of wine, or a real estate deal at 8 a.m. sharp.
They know I don’t do anything halfway. If I’m in, I’m all in, whether it’s staging a home to perfection, planning a dinner party, or defending someone I love with lawyer-level passion.
And yes, they’d probably also say I care a little too much about good lighting, excellent sushi and sake, and whether the throw pillows are fluffed correctly.
Okay, we’ve made it essentially to the end. One last question before you go. If you retired tomorrow, what would your customers miss most?
If I retired today, my clients would probably miss the person who tells them the truth, kindly, but directly. They’d miss the calm in the chaos, the strategy behind every decision, and the text at 9 p.m. reminding them it’s all going to work out (because it always does).
They’d miss my eye for the details they didn’t even know mattered, the way I make the process feel less like a transaction and more like a curated experience, and maybe, just maybe, the perfectly staged custom candles I do for each property.
Mostly, I think they’d miss knowing that someone was in their corner, fully, fiercely, and without question.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://monetbergergroup.com/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monetberger_realestate/?hl=en
- Other: Monet.berger@compass.com email address
Image Credits
All photos credited to Michael Barsoomian
