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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 […]
Your First Responsibility Every Day: How to Avoid the Real Estate Rollercoaster
I promise you this: Today’s blog might not be the longest or most in-depth one I’ve ever written. But it very well could be the most impactful. I’ve been around this industry for a long time, and if there’s one scenario I’ve seen way too often, it’s this: The Real Estate Rollercoaster. Have you heard […]
5 Winning Strategies to Attract More Listings – #TomFerryShow
I’m continuing with my goal of leading you on the path of success, which includes answering questions you may have about your business that are keeping you up at night. If you have one of your own, record your question and email the video to me at tfs@tomferry.com On today’s #TomFerryShow episode, I answer a […]
4 Tactics to Run Your Business Like a Boss – #TomFerryShow
Welcome back to an all-new season of the #TomFerryShow! Our goal with this new season is to bring even more intentionality to the show as well as to integrate viewer questions that will be answered. Send your submissions to tfs@tomferry.com! For today’s episode, I start by answering a question from an agent and then move […]
Case Study: How to Overcome Your Fear & Thrive with Video Marketing
Today I want to share with you a story that inspires me, and can definitely help you. It’s about one of our coaching members named Robert Ott. He works out of Issaquah, WA and serves the Greater Seattle area. If you read this blog frequently, you know how much I believe in the power of […]
Jeff Mays Guest Blog: Winning Starts with Failing
Editor’s Note: You might know Jeff Mays as one of our national speakers, a phenomenal coach and the broker/owner of Coldwell Banker Prime serving the Greater Richmond, VA market. Personally, I know him as a master motivator and all-around good guy. I recently saw a fantastic post he put on Instagram (@jeffmays1) and asked if […]
10 Reasons Why You Need Success Summit in Your Life
I’ve got a question for you. Every day you’re in the trenches with your clients, working “in” your business… But where do you go to get away from the daily grind to work “on” your business? Would we see that time blocked out in your calendar… at least once a year? I know lots of […]
5 Life-Defining Tips from Summit Speaker Tom Bilyeu
You know what fascinates me? Human behavior. It’s incredibly interesting to me to try to figure out why people do what they do… and what those choices and behaviors mean to the way they’re able to live their lives. But compared to the person I want to talk about today, I’ve only scratched the surface. […]
6 Tips to Sell 12 Houses in 12 Months – #TomFerryShow
I want you to take a moment and take in the wonder of us being in the middle of 2019. Many people decide to make a breakthrough during the beginning of the year, but rarely in the middle. When it comes to your life and business, it’s never too late to amp up your transaction […]
The Cure for Commission Compression (And So Much More)
Many markets around the globe are suffering from commission compression… That nagging syndrome where everyone expects you to do your job – which you do damn well – for less money than you deserve. With discounters and disruptors all seeking a piece of the real estate pie, it’s more important than ever for you to […]
3 Top Agents Reveal How to Win Every Listing! – #TomFerryShow
One of my goals for every Summit is to provide informative hacks in order to help agents like you stand out and have success in the market. Which is why every Summit, I invite rockstar agents that are making it BIG in their areas and have them share their expertise and routines for you to […]
How to Escape the Plateau and Skyrocket to Success
If someone was describing you, would you rather be “good and consistent” or “great and amazing”? Easy choice, right? But here’s the thing: Sometimes when you’re creating good, consistent results, it’s easy to overlook the fact you’re not creating great, amazing results… and that more is available to you. Take Robyn Burdett, for example. This […]
What You Missed if You Weren’t at Shift!
I love what I do. I just wrapped up our first-ever Shift! event where I spent the last two days playing host and speaker. But it was so much more than that for me… Why? Because we brought in some of the most phenomenal guest speakers, and I spent much of those two days in a seat in […]
Jim Kwik on How to Master Your Mind – #TomFerryShow
Are you a committed real estate agent or just a hobbyist? If you want to be the go-to agent to work with in your area, then you have to possess the most sought-after ability of the 21st century: learning faster! Before you throw your hands up in the air and tell me it’s impossible for […]
How to Slay Big, Important Projects That Move Your Business Forward
Here’s the situation: You have a big project coming up that requires everything you’ve got… Maybe it’s an important listing presentation, or mapping out your marketing strategy. Or maybe it’s finally mastering that elusive script you need to reach the next level, developing your long-term vision or just figuring out how to better operationalize and […]
4 Winning Ways to Get the Most from Every Prospecting Session
Last week we talked about the need to be willing to get punched in the face when prospecting. Of course not literally, but figuratively. Assuming you accepted that challenge, this week I want to continue the conversation by helping you focus on developing the right mindset in order to successfully follow up on and convert […]
Are You Willing to Get Punched in the Face?
If you’ve been to a tourist hotspot like Venice Beach or Downtown Las Vegas in the last couple years, among all the sunglass vendors and street performers, you might have witnessed a weird new phenomenon: People who are willing to be punched or kicked in exchange for money. Yep, you give a complete stranger $20 […]
Gauging Your Q1 Results: 4 Things You Should be Focused On – #TomFerryShow
Here we are in the last week of Q1 2019 already… You’ve spent three full months putting your business plan into action. Or did your plan fly out the window sometime in January and you’ve been scrambling ever since? (Or, for some of you, was there ever a plan?) That’s what today’s #TomFerryShow is all […]
6 Steps to Prioritize Tasks & Avoid Overwhelm After an Event
Why do you go to an event? Seriously, think about it for a second. If you’re like me, you can come up with lots of great, valid reasons. To learn To network To find out what’s working for other people in your industry To renew your enthusiasm for what you do When you break it down, […]
The Power of Right Focus – #TomFerryShow
When you show up for work – whether that’s your home office or your actual office… Do you already know what you need to do for the day? Whether it’s… A task list bouncing around your head (Good) A sticky note prepared the day before (Better) A fully structured schedule built into your phone (Best) […]
15 Winning Ways to Bounce Back After a Setback
A recent post in our private Facebook Group for coaching members did two things: Got me thinking about how important it is to move on after a defeat, and… Made me so proud to read some of the responses our members shared in response. Here it is, from coaching member Kim Tarbox in Scarborough, Maine: […]
Bill Pipes Guest Blog: 7 Life Lessons I Learned Climbing Aconcagua
Editor’s Note: My buddy Bill Pipes is more than our master sales trainer and presenter of Sales Edge. He’s an adventurer always pushing himself to conquer new goals, and he recently experienced one of the most harrowing adventures of his life. Along the way, he learned some amazing lessons for life and business. I asked […]
Conversion Made Easier: 3 Reasons to Overcome Your Aversion to Scripts
We’ve all had one of those experiences with a salesperson or customer service rep who is obviously reading from a script… and doing it poorly. Do you know why that’s a total bummer to me? Sure, it’s cringe-worthy and we feel embarrassed for the guy. But the real reason it bums me out is because […]
Face Your Fears to Become Your Best Self – #TomFerryShow
I love stories about people triumphing over adversity. That’s why I was so happy to welcome David Goggins into my office for this episode of the #TomFerryShow. David took what could have been a tragic tale and turned it into something beautiful… and inspiring… and truly extraordinary. You may have seen him at our 2017 […]
Jay Abraham on How to Gain Trust, Relevancy and Respect – #TomFerryShow
Let me ask you a few questions… Are you content operating one transaction at a time, moving on and starting all over? Are you okay with being one fish in a sea of agents and always praying to the real estate gods that people choose you? Are you content hoping past clients remember you the […]
5 Key “How’s the Market?” Takeaways from the Oracle of Real Estate – #TomFerryShow
You absolutely need to watch the video above to get every “How’s the Market?” insight from the Oracle, Steve Harney, founder of Keeping Current Matters. In it, he… Breaks down the current state of the market Predicts the year to come: Home values, transaction numbers, interest rates and more Talks “recession” news – and how […]
Master Your Market Knowledge… And Make Good Things Happen!
When coaching member Lynn Hurley recently found herself with a listing that just wouldn’t sell, she turned to her coach for advice. “You’ve gotta know your market,” he advised her. Like many agents, Lynn considered herself knowledgeable about her market. But she soon realized how much deeper her knowledge could go… and how meaningful that […]
3 Powerful Ways to Update Your Dialogues for a Changing Market – #TomFerryShow
You know what I love? I love that you – simply by being here to read this – are likely more serious about your business than 95% of the agents out there. You know it’s important to continually seek ways to improve your skills and evolve with the market. Right now, those skills are more […]
7 “Must Do” Actions for the New Normal Market
Some agents are feeling it. Some aren’t. Some are letting others convince them it’s happening. What about you… Has the shift hit you yet? From speaking with agents all over, here’s the general pattern I’ve observed: While sales of low-end and mid-range homes remain robust in most areas, the high-end is now experiencing a buyer’s […]
3 Simple Rules for Highly Effective Role Plays
I know you’re busy. I know you have a million things on your plate. I also know you want to be the best salesperson you can be. That’s why, no matter how busy you are, it’s so critical to schedule practice time into your calendar. Role playing should be part of your morning routine, day […]
Critical Sales Lessons from the Military Elite – #TomFerryShow
Happy Veterans Day to all those who served! To honor your service and sacrifice, I’m devoting this episode of the #TomFerryShow to all veterans. And I’ve got the perfect guest to do so… Bill Hart is the author of a fantastic book called “White Collar Warrior: Lessons for Sales Professionals from America’s Military Elite.” To […]
Why Content and Data Mean Everything to Growing Your Business – #TomFerryShow
Anytime I can expose people to great ideas makes me so happy. So I was practically giddy to share special guest speaker Mark Roberge at our recent Team+ Retreat in Boston, a private event exclusively for our Team+ coaching members. Mark is the former Chief Revenue Officer at HubSpot and author of the fantastic book, […]
3 Ways to Shift Your Identity & Change Your Life – #TomFerryShow
Let me ask you a few questions: Do you identify yourself as someone who… …delivers value? …is wealthy? …is healthy? …is ambitious? We all have thoughts about ourselves that run the gamut from positive to negative. I’m sure some of these sound familiar – traits we’re proud of, skills we possess, insecurities we obsess over, […]
Sales & Growth Strategies with Tiffani Bova – #TomFerryShow
On Wednesday, August 8, Salesforce’s Global Customer Growth and Innovation Evangelist Tiffani Bova will take the stage as one of two keynote speakers at this year’s Success Summit in Anaheim. With that appearance still four weeks away, I wanted to give you a sneak peek of her wisdom into helping salespeople grow their businesses… …So I […]
Let’s Talk Pricing: Ideal Initial Strategy & How to Get Reductions – #TomFerryShow
Interest rates are creeping upward. Homes in certain markets are taking longer to sell. These factors may or may not be impacting your business. But we know real estate is cyclical, and we want to stay ahead of that curve. That’s why I’m talking pricing on today’s #TomFerryShow. Not only how to get sellers to […]
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? […]
5 to Thrive: Daily Habits of the Ultra-Successful – #TomFerryShow
The five activities I’m talking about in today’s #TomFerryShow can be part of your morning routine. Or they can be dispersed throughout the day. It really doesn’t matter… What does matter is making them happen on a consistent, daily basis. I promise you this… If you do all five of these for 12 months straight, […]
3 Laws of High Trust Selling with Todd Duncan – #TomFerryShow
It doesn’t matter if you’re buying a pack of gum or your family’s home… …You want to buy it from someone who is trustworthy, right? Trust plays a HUGE role in the buying process. In fact, it’s the No. 1 factor for consumers when choosing a real estate professional. So we all agree trust is a […]
How to Capitalize on Today’s Review Economy – #TomFerryShow
Stop and think about this scenario for a second… A homeowner smack dab in the middle of your market is considering selling her home. Once that idea is in her head, what’s the next step in her process? If she doesn’t already have an agent who is “top of mind,” her next move is likely […]
20 Insanely Important Lessons for New Agents – #TomFerryShow
Anne Schreiber is on track to sell 100 homes in San Diego this year. Jeremy Cady is pacing toward 120 closed transactions between his two markets of Atlanta, GA and Jacksonville, FL. I recently had the opportunity to get these two Rockstar agents in the same room at the same time to pick their brains […]
3 Steps to Bring Consistency to Your Prospecting – #TomFerryShow
For the vast majority of agents, I’m willing to bet the biggest obstacle to building the business they desire is a lack of consistency when it comes to prospecting. Some days you’re just too busy. Some days you don’t know who to call. Some days you don’t know what to say. And some days you […]
3 Sales Skills You Need to Improve Lead Conversion – #TomFerryShow
Today I’m going to talk to you about three primary skills everyone needs if you want to convert more of those leads into appointments and ultimately contracts. If you’re having trouble closing you might be missing these three things…
Sales Jedi Mind Tricks: Advanced Persuasion Tactics to Influence People – #TomFerryShow
How are your sales skills? Can you sell like a Jedi? Do you know the tips and techniques to be a master in persuasion and influence? Today I’m going to show you some advance sales techniques!
The Perfect Elevator Pitch: Stand Out from the Competition – #TomFerryShow
Is there any competition in your marketplace? You and I both know there are a ton of agents out there! The challenge is how to separate yourself from the competition…
How to Communicate with Millennial Buyers – #TomFerryShow
Are you winning with 50% of today’s buyers? Statistics show that about 50% of today’s buyers are under 36 (aka Millennials!). Do you think there is a divide between someone in their 50’s versus someone in their 30’s? It is all about aligning with your customers’ behavior and here’s what you NEED to know to WIN…
Napoleon Hill’s Greatest Speeches
One of my favorite books is Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill. This book has been a huge inspiration to me, and I apply the principles I learned from Think & Grow Rich on a daily basis. I was pleased to learn that there is a new book from Napoleon Hill!
How To Use Storytelling to Sell More Homes – #TomFerryShow
There are over 1.2 million real estate agents… How are you going to stand out in the crowd? Think about a really great story… Maybe it is a great movie, book, or a story that someone told you. The thing about great stories is that they have the ability to change the way we think […]
How To Build Strong Sales Skills – #TomFerryShow
Thousands of people come into real estate every year and nearly all of them, 87% according to NAR, leave the industry within 5 years. Working in real estate means that you must be a strong salesperson and the vast majority of those people leaving each year simply haven’t taken the time to improve their sales […]
How To Become The Knowledge Broker in Your Market
Being the knowledge broker in your market is a surefire way to get more “come list me” calls and referrals. It’s not easy though. To be that person you have to constantly keep your database in the loop on what’s happening in both the national and local real estate markets to show them that you are the expert. […]
3 Ways To Re-Engage With Your Audience
By Coach Mark Johnson It’s easy to get stuck doing the same marketing campaigns after a while. But think about it; are your marketing and branding efforts still effective? Maybe you need to make some adjustments to re-engage your audience.