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TEAM SPOTLIGHT: A Proven 100-Day Plan to Successfully ‘Onboard’ New Agents
By Debbie Holloway, Head of Team+ Coaching Onboarding your sales agents is a critical part of building a profitable and happy team. This is where you can “make it or break it” when it comes to having a great culture the solid team I’ve asked Jenny Turner, brokerage owner and team leader of the Lovejoy […]
Summit Insider: What’s Happening at Success Summit 2020!
Without a doubt, 2020 has been the year of adjustments, adaptation and being willing to roll with the punches. And maybe that’s a good thing. Because if the first two days of Summit have proven anything, it’s that we’re all capable of achieving amazing results when we commit to new behaviors. Let me share with […]
How to Get the “Swipe Up” Feature in Instagram Stories Without Needing 10,000 Followers – #TomFerryShow
Are you using Instagram Stories Ads as a way to promote yourself and your listings? It’s a great opportunity that many agents aren’t taking advantage of. As opposed to 85% of Facebook videos that are watched with the sound turned off, 60% of Instagram Stories videos are watched with the sound turned on. Which makes […]
Pillars of Success: Diversify Your Approach to Boost Productivity
What do you want from real estate? Like, long term… Do you want to keep working transaction after transaction? Or do you want more… to grow, expand, and build your business? Either one is fine, but I’ll warn you – without something to strive for… an eye toward growth and progress… it’s much easier to […]
How to Create Your Own Safety Guidelines – and a Powerful Marketing Opportunity!
We’re dealing with a double crisis right now… not only the ongoing health crisis, but a serious inventory crisis in many markets. So what if I told you there’s one step you can take to help overcome both at once… all while setting yourself apart from the competition. How? By creating and aggressively distributing your […]
11 Choices You Need to Make for Life & Business After-COVID (AC)
A lot of people would probably love to hit a “reset” button and have everything revert back to the normality of Before-COVID (BC). That would be amazing. But it’s not reality. We’ve all been confronted with a very serious challenge, and we’ve responded. We’ve had to look inside ourselves, adapt to a new environment, and […]
The ‘Choose Your Hard’ Paradox: Why Life Gets Easier When You Accept that It’s Hard
If you’ve been paying attention, you might’ve noticed I’m really big on this concept of “Choose Your Hard” right now. Lots of things in life are difficult. Being extremely busy is hard, and so is having no business. A few months ago, I wrote this blog contrasting two big lists of things that are hard. […]
7 Scripts to Up Your Confidence & Win More Business – #TomFerryShow
Having the right answer or knowing what to say in specific situations can make all the difference in the world. Today I’m sharing proven scripts for seven specific situations you might find yourself in – when it’s absolutely crucial that you know what to say. Let’s dive right in! Script No. 1: Answering Your […]
Achieving Financial Freedom Begins with Knowing These 6 Crucial Numbers – #TomFerryShow
Did you go DEEP ENOUGH when you created your 2020 business plan? Here’s an easy way to know… If all goes according to plan, will you achieve financial security and be debt free by the end of 2020? If you said no, let’s get you there… On today’s #TomFerryShow, I’m sharing 6 crucial numbers you […]
Killer Buyer Conversion Tips (And Mistakes to Avoid) from a Rockstar Agent – #TomFerryShow
Mistakes can be a beautiful thing. Realizing you’re doing something wrong is the first step toward growth and improvement. My brother Patrick Ferry has been selling real estate in San Diego for about four years, and he admits at one time, he was “clueless” about how to handle buyers. But then he realized he was […]
A Smarter Way to Build Your 2020 Business Plan… And Make It Your #BestYearEver! – #TomFerryShow
What’s your goal for 2020? [Buzzer sound.] WRONG! Not to be harsh, but if you immediately started talking, you likely answered too quickly. Let me explain: On today’s #TomFerryShow, I want to help you build your 2020 business plan and set your goals… and I want to do it smartly. Too many people I encounter […]
Tracing Jon Grauman’s Path from ‘Starvation’ to Mega-Deal Stardom… And Everything in Between
Admit it… When you hear about an agent involved in one of those absurdly large, news-making real estate transactions, it’s easy to let envy creep in to your thought process and tell yourself things like… …They’re one of the lucky ones. …They must have known the right person. …Or they didn’t earn it, etc. Then […]
9 Incredible SuperAgents Weigh In on What’s Working Now
Ever catch yourself saying you want to be a “fly on the wall” for an interesting conversation? I know the feeling. But luckily, I didn’t need to transform into a fly… for this one, anyway. I just had to find some space when a heavy-hitting East Coast mastermind group asked if they could conduct a […]
7 Important Questions You Need Answers to NOW! – #TomFerryShow
Are you following me on Instagram @TomFerry? Because I really love answering people’s questions on my IG Stories. For today’s #TomFerryShow, I grabbed a bunch of really great, important questions… and am sharing my answers with you! Watch the full episode for all my advice on juicy topics like: How to get “un-stuck” from a […]
Tyler’s Tale: How Reality TV’s Newest Star Overcame “Dark Times” on His Journey to Success
To see Tyler Whitman’s jubilant personality on Bravo’s “Million Dollar Listing” or in his own highly entertaining social media videos, you might suspect his life has been one big joyride. In reality, it’s been anything but. A journey full of… …Crippling insecurity. …Deep depression. …Financial struggles. …And a major health issue that might have killed […]
It’s Time to “Choose Your Hard”
I’m going in a little different direction for today’s blog. I hope it hits home with you. I’d like you to simply read through the two lists below, and then I’ll wrap things up by sharing a few thoughts at the end. Seriously take the time to read and absorb each bullet point below. Don’t […]
4 Winning Strategies Direct from Top-Producing Agents
In celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month, I’m sharing some highlights from The National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals (NAHREP) conference, where I had the honor of speaking back in July of this year. I also had the opportunity to moderate the Top Producing Panel, and in today’s blog, I’m sharing some big takeaways […]
Making Dreams Come True: How One Agent Pushed Herself to Pay Off Her Mother’s Mortgage
Want to see something beautiful? Watch this short video: What you just witnessed was Oklahoma super-agent and coaching member Edna Kimble surprising her mom with paperwork stating that Edna had paid off her mom’s house. Now here’s the thing… Edna didn’t necessarily want recognition for what she’d done. Edna shared this video in our private […]
7 Video Show Ideas to Maximize Relevancy in Your Market – #TomFerryShow
I’m always grateful for having listened and acted on the advice to start making videos. That moment really helped further my career in exponential ways. I’ve had the fortune to connect with people from different parts of the country and all around the world. It really warms my heart to know that my message is […]
The Powerful Doorknocking Script That Turns Open Houses into Additional Listing Opportunities
I really hope you caught Tuesday’s #TomFerryShow. It’s all about taking your Open Houses to the next level as a Mega Open House. Why go to that extra effort? Because when you do, your Open Houses transform from wasted Saturdays that result in a few mediocre buyer leads into ultra-productive events that create additional listing […]
Go Big With A MEGA OPEN HOUSE – #TomFerryShow
Standing out from the competition might be a hard task, but with a little help, I’m sure you can differentiate yourself from the sea of agents. I’m continuing my mission to guide you towards your own successful path. One way you can project your services and attract the right clients is to organize and hold […]
How to Conquer the Disruptors with Geographic Farming – #TomFerryShow
When I talk to agents, one thing I know for sure is there’s a lot of uncertainty in the industry right now. Many agents have been questioning their place among discounters and disruptors, and coincidentally, agent Matt DeFede from New Jersey asked where would agents go after Amazon decides to throw their hat in the […]
25 Killer Apps You Should Be Using Now… As Recommended by Top-Producing Agents
Some of the best ideas I’ve ever learned and implemented are the result of masterminding with others. Devoting time to hearing other people’s point of view and how they’re doing things can be extremely beneficial for any business. (Lots of masterminds will be taking place at Success Summit… do you have your ticket yet?) Just […]
Rookie to Rockstar: How Brenda Griffin Discovered Her Partner in Success
Brenda Griffin found herself a single mother of three… …brand-new in real estate… …and in a brand-new locale – where she knew no one! She wasn’t looking for pity. She was looking for solutions. Fortunately, Brenda had two things working in her favor: A highly supportive manager who motivated her and drove her to constantly […]
Agent Q&A: 8 Great Questions! – #TomFerryShow
It’s time for another fun-filled and information-packed Q&A episode of the #TomFerryShow! As usual, I encourage you to watch the full show to get the complete picture, while here in the blog I’m breaking down three of the most interesting questions. What’s the Best Way to Learn Your Local Market as a New Agent? […]
13 Ways to Maximize Your Next Open House – #TomFerryShow
What if I gave you the opportunity to talk to an average of 10 people who are considering selling their house PLUS a whole bunch of interested buyers… EVERY weekend! What would that be worth to you? Here’s what I’m getting at… Springtime means Open House season! Are you excited? Or do you dread the […]
The Top 12 Lead Generation Sources for Real Estate Success – #TomFerryShow
Where’s your next seller lead coming from? The answer to this question tells me a lot about your real estate business. If you have no idea, you’re in trouble. It means you’re operating without a strategy. Flying by the seat of your pants. Rolling the dice on your career… …On your future! So, what’s your […]
The Mega Open House Strategy
What was your last open house like? Most agents set a date on their calendar and pray to the real estate gods that people will show up! You and I both know that you have to be intentional with your actions, and you can create an open house that generates leads and finds the right […]
How To Get the Listing Every Time
Do you feel like you’re losing the listing more often than not? Here’s what I tell all of my coaching members … whether or not you win the listing is based on ONE main factor… Your listing presentation.
5 Creative Steps for Driving Maximum Traffic to Your Open House – #TomFerryShow
The name of the game is lead generation and lead conversion. April is Open House Month! So the question is do you have a strategy in place to maximize the opportunity? We all know that there are two ways most agents hold open houses: 1.) Hoping and praying to the real estate gods that someone […]
Throw a Mega Open House And Gain More Connections
Real estate has always been a competitive game, and the agent with the best strategy is the one who’s going to close the best deals. One of the new moves in home selling is the “mega open house”. This is your broker’s open house…on steroids. Seriously, do it up! Is a Mega Open House REALLY […]
3 Reasons Why Your Sellers Should Be At Their Open House | #TomFerryShow
Go to (0:54) to learn what I call a “Mega Open House” Go to (2:50) for 3 tips on how to successfully market your “Mega Open House” Go to (6:37) on how to get 3-5 listing leads at your next open house! Hey, everybody. Welcome to the Tom Ferry Show episode 13. So, the spring […]