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Looking Back to Move Forward: Reflections, Lessons & 10 Questions from a Crazy 180 Days
Sometimes I use this blog to walk you through quarterly “progress reports.” Today I’m taking that concept in a little different direction. You see, it’s been just over six months since our offices were ordered closed due to the pandemic, and my team started working from home. For some of you, the changes might’ve started […]
One Big Decision You Need to Make to Shape the Future of Your Business
They say the only constant is change. That’s definitely true for the real estate industry, and especially in this moment of time. At Success Summit earlier this month, I talked a lot about where the industry is headed and what it means to embody the Agent of the Future (A.O.T.F.). Because there’s no question about […]
4 Steps to Get You into Massive Action After ‘Information Overload’ – #TomFerryShow
Maybe you experienced Summit with us last week… Maybe not… Doesn’t matter. At some point in your life, you’ve likely had information overload, where your head is swimming in a multitude of ideas – and as a result, you had no idea what to do first. Don’t worry. We’ve all been there. I want to help […]
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 […]
3 Killer Real Estate Productivity Apps You Should Install Right Now – #TomFerryShow
The more efficient you can become in your business, the more success you’re going to enjoy and more money you’re going to make. With that in mind, we’re introducing you to three productivity-enhancing apps you should definitely be using. The video above includes hands-on walkthroughs on how to use these apps, while you’ll find links […]
5 Career-Defining Questions You Need to Answer Now
Would you agree that the pandemic has accelerated change in our industry? Without a doubt, right? So here’s the first big question I have for you today: Are you keeping up? Because the landscape is most definitely changing. Quickly. And if you’re not dialed in and fully committed to adapting how you do business, you’re […]
A Timely Lesson on the Critical Difference Between Taking Action & Creating Consistent Activity
My buddy (and one of our three phenomenal Summit keynote speakers) Joseph McClendon III posted a great, quick video a few days ago that I shared on my Instagram Stories. I hope you saw it. He talked about the critical difference between “taking action” and “consistent activity.” Working out once or twice is good for […]
Important Reminder: You Deserve More Out of Life (Yes, Even Now!)
When you’ve spent 30,000 hours of your life coaching professionals to greatness like I have, you tend to identify some disturbing patterns of human behavior. Like the little (or big) hurdles that people place in their own path. One of the biggest challenges I see time and time again might surprise you… Many, many people […]
How to Identify Your Authentic “Why” in 7 Simple Steps
With everything going on in the world and with Success Summit fast approaching, I think now is a great time to take a step back and examine what, exactly, you want from your life and business. But unless you have a process, it’s easier said than done. Lucky for you, I do have a process. […]
3 Killer Brand-Building Tips to Never Forget
When you stop and think about it from the consumer’s perspective, there are few transactions in life like buying or selling a house. It’s not like buying clothes, a computer, or even a car, where you bite the bullet and try to get in and out of the store as quickly and painlessly as possible. […]
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 […]
What You Can Expect at Success Summit 2020
If you’ve ever been to Success Summit before, you know it’s much more than a training event. We like to be loud, get our bodies moving, and have a lot of fun, too. I look forward to those experiences all year long, as do many attendees. We will get together… to jump (If you know, […]
Our Best Tips to Create a Supercharged Listing Presentation – #TomFerryShow
Hey there! The videos are down here this week! With businesses opening back up and people getting out and about, it’s serious “go time” for your business. That’s why last week, I asked for permission to act as your coach and challenged you to four assignments I advise right now. If you didn’t catch that […]
5 of Your Most Raw, Real Questions… ANSWERED! – #TomFerryShow
It had been a while since I did a Q&A episode of the #TomFerryShow, and with everything going on, now’s the perfect time to provide some insight directly to you, the viewer. So I reached out via text (Have you texted me yet? 949-216-5466) asking for questions, and I got a lot of really great […]
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 […]
5 Essential Post-Summit Questions to Ask Yourself… And to Move Your Business Forward
These last few weeks have been a whirlwind! And today, I want to arm you with five crucial questions you need to ask yourself NOW to move your business forward. But first, let’s catch up for a second… Of course two weeks ago was our annual Success Summit, where if you couldn’t join us in […]
A Brighter Path Forward for Your Business
I have something cool and new to show you. But for context, you need the full story… which began several years ago. That’s when I challenged my team to make us the first and only “tech-enabled” coaching company. The idea of combining the personal touch of a dedicated business coach with the advantages of technology […]
Summit Insider: That’s a Wrap! Day 4 Recap & Notes!
I’m blogging daily from Success Summit, posting a recap of each day’s events and takeaways the next morning! If you missed Day 1, click here. If you missed Day 2, click here. If you missed Day 3, click here. My mind is blown by all we’ve done and accomplished this week at Summit! We had […]
Summit Insider: Day 3 Recap & Notes!
I’m blogging daily from Success Summit, posting a recap of each day’s events and takeaways the next morning! If you missed Day 1, click here. If you missed Day 2, click here. We’re done with Day 3 of Success Summit! The day started with more super-powerful breakout sessions… …And ended by going full force on […]
Summit Insider: Day 2 Recap & Notes!
I’m blogging daily from Success Summit, posting a recap of each day’s events and takeaways the next morning. If you missed my recap of Day 1, click here. Day 2 of Summit 2019 is in the books, and it was another phenomenal day! Crazy energy in the room today as well as lots of really […]
Summit Insider: Day 1 Recap & Notes!
Day 1 of Success Summit was bananas! For those who were with me at the Anaheim Convention Center or on LiveCast, then you know a lot just happened… and we’ve only had one afternoon session so far! If you weren’t able to join us, there’s still time to catch all the action on LiveCast. (Use […]
The Dawn of a New Era in Tech-Enabled Business Operations. Introducing illūm.
We’re excited to tell you about illūm, the newest version of The HUB. The best coaching platform in the business has taken a huge leap forward, with new features, a new look, and now even more you can do from your phone. Let’s dive in and see what’s new: New Look & Feel More intuitive, […]
Agents Sound Off With Their Best Success Summit LiveCast Tips & Tricks
So you can’t make it to Success Summit… That doesn’t mean you have to miss out on the action. Through the magic of technology, you can watch every moment of Success Summit from your home or office on your laptop, desktop, phone or tablet. We call it Success Summit LiveCast, and according to the agents we […]
The Dawn of a New Era in Tech-Enabled Coaching. Introducing illūm.
We’re excited to tell you about illūm, the newest version of The HUB. The best coaching platform in the business has taken a huge leap forward, with new features, a new look, and now even more you can do from your phone. Let’s dive in and see what’s new: New Look & Feel More intuitive, […]
3 Steps to Engage Your Family in Your Goals After a Conference
Entrepreneurs like you face uphill battles every day. The last place you need additional friction is at home with your own family. With Success Summit rapidly approaching, I wanted to address a phenomenon I know exists for solo entrepreneurs after attending Summit – or any conference. Tell me if this sounds familiar… You attend an […]
Why Being Single-Minded is the Most Costly Mistake You Can Make
There’s a classic scene in the movie Annie Hall where the main character overhears a stranger loudly mischaracterizing a belief held by philosopher Marshall McLuhan. When confronted, the man argues that as a college professor, he believes his opinion holds a great deal of validity. At that point, Woody Allen’s character pulls out the actual […]
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 […]
18 Agents Share Their Best Tips to Make the Most of Success Summit
You wouldn’t head into a listing presentation without preparing first, right? Of course not. How you prepare dictates how you perform. Which brings me to today’s topic… Not long ago, a coaching member named Holly Hendren Moreau from Wake County, North Carolina posted this question in one of our private Facebook mastermind groups: For those […]
2019 Mid-Year Review (And Why It’s Not Too Late!)
Hopefully you caught the mid-year market update webinar I did last week with Steve Harney from Keeping Current Matters. We talked about current and future market conditions, when the looming recession might arrive, how to attract millennials and more! If you missed out, it’s not too late… open this link in a new tab and […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
10 Personal Highlights You Missed if You Weren’t at Summit
I wish I could adequately describe what it feels like to walk onstage in front of 6,000 dedicated real estate professionals who are… …filled with energy. …super attentive and engaged. …incredibly supportive – of me AND of each other! …obviously committed to improving themselves and the industry as a whole. It’s like pure inspiration for me! That’s […]
Let’s Get Real: Why Not You?
This isn’t a #TomFerryShow. But I do have a video I want you to watch. It’s only five minutes. And it might be one of the most important messages I’ve ever recorded. Consider it a “heart to heart” designed to help create your moment of inspiration. To get where you want to go in life, you […]
Celebrating a Major Milestone with 5 Must-See Videos
Earlier this week, we surpassed 10 million views on our YouTube account! To celebrate this milestone, I wanted to share five of our most popular and most valuable videos every agent should watch. Some of these you might’ve seen before, others you might have missed. But I know EVERY ONE OF THEM can be beneficial […]
The Case for Attending Summit AND BluePrint
Some will perceive this blog as self-serving, no doubt. Others will recognize it comes from a genuine place because I’ve worked with real estate professionals for 30+ years, and I know what makes them successful. Here’s why I’m writing it… I get a lot of questions from agents about the difference between Success Summit and […]
The Reviews are In: Marketing Edge is a Hit!
Last week our first-ever Marketing Edge took place in Chicago! Nearly 700 people traveled from as far away as Hawaii to learn the strategies to stop chasing business and start attracting it. And the feedback was overwhelmingly positive: “This was the best real estate seminar I have been to – to date!” – Linda Howicz […]
Success Summit 2018: Anaheim Travel Tips
I hope by now you’re aware of my favorite event of the year, the Summit! This year, Summit returns to Southern California at the Anaheim Convention Center August 6-9. To make it easier for you to attend, I wanted to share a few travel tips with you. The Good: Multiple Airport Destinations The closest […]
Top 10 Reasons to Attend Success Summit 2018
I’m so excited. Success Summit 2018 is taking shape and it’s going to be bigger and better than ever! If you’ve been to Summit previously, you know the boost of energy it gives you, the ready-to-implement tools and tactics you’ll receive and the incredible networking opportunities. We’re also creating some very exciting new additions as […]
When Maxine Talks, You’d Be Wise to Listen
Last weekend I went to a birthday party. Not just any birthday party… …An 80th birthday party. …For one of the most vivacious, full-of-life and gusto people I know! The Rockstar of all Rockstars… Maxine Gellens! Next month will mark 43 years in real estate for Maxine. And she’s going strong as ever. Maxine and […]
What is TomX?
As a way to provide additional value to you and make your in-person Summit experience even better, we’ve added TomX! Inspired by TED Talks, TomX is a collection of short 15-20 minute keynote addresses from some of the brightest minds in real estate that take place before the first day of the Summit. TomX is […]
10 Reasons To Attend The 2017 Summit
My team and I are so excited for the 2017 Summit! If you’ve been to one of my events in the past, you know firsthand just how powerful these events can be. I know that you’ll leave fired up, with new tools to help generate more revenue, and connect with other top agents. If that […]
Announcing The Theme To The 2017 Success Summit
All of our tombstones will share the same thing, the year we were born and the year we died. In the middle is a dash… That dash holds so much; the sum total of your life, achievements, and the decisions you’ve made. What you do with that dash is up to you…
2016 Summit Recap
Wow, Summit was so incredible, and I hope you all walked away with a new mindset and the tools you need to 10X your business. I’m so thankful for all of you who were with me in Vegas and watched via LiveCast. There were a TON of great takeaways that I got from Summit, and […]