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3 Critical Questions to Make 2021 Your #BestYearEver – #TomFerryShow
Do you want to be more efficient in 2021? Do you want to attract business more easily in 2021? Do you want to sleep well at night in 2021 – and beyond – because your finances are in good shape? If you answered a resounding YES to each of those, then today’s #TomFerryShow is for you! I’ve […]
Activating Your 2021 Goals with Disciplined Daily Behaviors – #TomFerryShow
If you missed Part 1 of this two-part #TomFerryShow, check it out here. Here in Part 2, I want to help you activate your motivation and align your behaviors with your goals. Let’s jump right in… Lighting the Fire Within I’d encourage you to start by taking stock of the 8 Equities of Life. […]
6 Goal-Setting Tips to Identify – And Achieve – Exactly What You Want – #TomFerryShow
The streets are paved with gold, people. I strongly believe you have an incredible opportunity to make the next 14 months the absolute BEST 14 months of your entire career. But it won’t happen by accident. You’ve gotta want it, and you’ve gotta plan for it. So that’s what today’s #TomFerryShow is – this Part […]
TEAM SPOTLIGHT: Establishing a Meaningful & Attractive Team Culture
By Debbie Holloway, Head of Team+ Coaching Deciding to build a team is easy. Deciding how to structure your team and onboarding agents is easy. The most difficult part of building and sustaining a profitable team boils down to one thing… culture. Now here’s the catch – many of the components of building a team […]
7 Steps to Better Health & Vitality By 2021
It’s that time of year when some might be experiencing the dreaded “B word” – burnout. Or others have been so focused on keeping their business afloat that they’ve ignored everything else – and are starting to pay the price. That’s why I thought it was a good time for a reminder that being successful […]
Your Q4 To-Do List: One Action to Take Right Now & Three Big-Picture Tasks! – #TomFerryShow
Every action you take in Q4 is compounded… not only does it impact how you finish this year, but also how you start the following year. That’s why I’m putting a lot of emphasis on what you should be doing now – to finish 2020 strong and set yourself up for greatness in 2021. Today […]
3 Actions to Finish 2020 Strong & Start 2021 On Fire! – #TomFerryShow
I’ve been getting a lot of questions and DMs from people who stepped up and have powered through 2020… only to hit a wall in the last couple weeks. It’s been a challenging year, no doubt about it. But it’s not time to slow down. It’s time to finish strong and set yourself up for […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
TEAM SPOTLIGHT: Why Establishing Clear Expectations is Essential to Your Success
Editor’s note: I put TEAM SPOTLIGHT on temporary hiatus while more pressing matters took center stage due to the pandemic. Today, this recurring blog from Debbie Holloway returns with an important topic… setting appropriate expectations for your agents and employees. -Tom By Debbie Holloway, Head of Team+ Coaching Have you decided what type of team […]
Getting Unstuck: How One Agent Got Off the Plateau and Doubled His Business
Here for the contest? You’ll find the details at the bottom of this post. Don’t miss this awesome success story, though… ESPECIALLY if you’ve ever felt like you just can’t get your business to that proverbial “next level.” Some might not consider it a “problem” to be stuck at $240k annual GCI… But if […]
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 […]
Q3 is Almost Here: Mid-Year Reset Tips to Dominate the Second Half of 2020 – #TomFerryShow
I challenge you to make the second half of 2020 the most productive six months you’ve ever had in real estate. Whaddaya say? I firmly believe that opportunity is out there for you. But it’s gonna take belief, commitment, accountability and action. I’ll show you how to get all of those in today’s #TomFerryShow. Let’s […]
10 Systems You Should Have to Run A Highly Productive Business – #TomFerryShow
Play along with me here… What happens when you don’t have a system for a certain task? …You have to think, which eats up costly time. …You have to come up with all the steps – and hope you don’t overlook anything. …And then you have to rely on your memory to make sure it […]
Prioritizing Your Daily Disciplines to Create the Long-Term Results You Desire – #TomFerryShow
Tell me if this sounds familiar: You’re so-called “busy” all day… Replying to emails. Returning calls. Playing phone tag with an appraiser. And suddenly, it’s early evening and you say to yourself: “I didn’t get any of the things I needed to do done today.” … Let’s fix that. Busy and Productive Are Not […]
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 […]
If I Was Your Coach: 4 Assignments You Should Do Now! – #TomFerryShow
There’s a lot of encouraging signs in the marketplace right now… …ShowingTime.com data shows it …The MLS shows it …Google Trends and all the big home sale portals are reporting strong numbers …Interest rates are attractive It’s a perfect storm that all adds up to one conclusion – It’s “go time,” and you have an […]
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 […]
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 […]
TEAM SPOTLIGHT: How to Establish Solid Hiring Practices & Nail Your Pay Structure
Editor’s note: Today we present the third installment of TEAM SPOTLIGHT, a recurring blog from Debbie Holloway focusing on team building in today’s increasingly team-oriented real estate industry. If you missed the first one on “To Team or Not to Team,” click here. Or if you missed the second one on how to structure your […]
TEAM SPOTLIGHT: Structuring Your Team for Maximum Profitability
Editor’s note: Today we present the second installment of TEAM SPOTLIGHT, a recurring blog from Debbie Holloway focusing on team building in today’s increasingly team-oriented real estate industry. If you missed the first one on “To Team or Not to Team,” click here. -Tom By Debbie Holloway, Head of Team+ Coaching High performing teams are […]
Why Improved Organization is the First Step Toward Greater Productivity in 2020
Have you ever cleaned up your desk or office, and suddenly you find you’re much more energized and productive? It feels good, right? Now imagine that feeling times 100. That’s what it’s like when you have a clear path forward for your business AND the systems and structure in place to scale rapidly. Want that? […]
7 Minutes to Greatness: Daily Disciplines for Massive Success in 2020 – #TomFerryShow
Your goals and ambitions aren’t just ideas of what’s possible. They’re a reflection of the person you want to be. And that’s important stuff. So it’s equally important that you stick to your plan to achieve them. It’s very easy to set goals and then gradually forget about them and revert back to your old […]
TEAM SPOTLIGHT: To Team or Not to Team?
Editor’s note: Today we launch the inaugural edition of TEAM SPOTLIGHT, a recurring blog focusing on team building in today’s increasingly team-oriented real estate industry. And we’ve got the perfect person to bring you this knowledge. Debbie Holloway spearheads our Team+ coaching program, which consists of 100+ team leaders responsible for more than $5 billion […]
With Your Business Plan Complete, It’s Time to Work on Your 2020 Life Plan
I’ve got a big question for you with lots of possible interpretations: Where are you going in 2020? Last week’s blog hammered home the importance of completing your 2020 business plan, which dictates where you’ll take your business in the next 12 months. (If you missed it and haven’t completed yours, read it now!) Today […]
18 Essential Interview Questions When Hiring an Assistant
With a new year just around the corner, I’m hoping you might have one specific, extremely important, growth-oriented “action item” on your 2020 to-do list: Hire an assistant! Think of the possibilities if you were free of the paperwork and filing, organizational tasks, marketing errands, and other miscellaneous activities that eat up so much of […]
5 Business Superpowers for the Agent of the Future
This time of year, it’s natural to be thinking about the future. It’s 2020 goal-setting time… It’s business planning time (How’s yours coming?)… And it’s New Year’s resolutions time. With all that said, I think it’s a perfect opportunity for me to share with you five superpowers I believe every future entrepreneur will need. Which […]
The Monumental Journey of Jamie Mell
I meet so many inspiring entrepreneurs in my travels, sometimes I wish I could just tell people’s stories all day, every day. The grit, determination and inner strength of these dynamic professionals drives me to up my game and to serve at the best of my ability. I’ve got a really good one for you […]
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 […]
Time Management Tips: The Real Estate Agent’s Ideal Schedule to Maximize Income – #TomFerryShow
“How, Tom?… How am I supposed to get everything done when I’m focused on booking more appointments and going on appointments all through Q4?” That’s the question today’s #TomFerryShow sets out to answer. And honestly, it’s a good problem to have, right? More appointments is going to mean more interaction, more experience, more listings, and […]
3 Easy Campaigns to Book More Appointments This Week – #TomFerryShow
If you missed last week’s show, make sure to go back and watch it to see why I’m so pumped about helping you book more appointments in Q4! And with that hot topic in mind, today I’ve got three campaigns to jump-start your appointment-setting efforts. Let’s get right to it… Text Script: Send This […]
Why You Should Go “All In” on Appointment Setting in Q4 – #TomFerryShow
If you’re fine with slowing down and coasting across the finish line of 2019, go ahead and close your browser and come back next week. But if you’re serious about finishing 2019 strong and setting yourself up for a phenomenal start to 2020, keep reading… and then jump into massive action! Still here? Good. Let’s […]
8 Coaching Tips to Cash In During Q4 and Make 2020 Your Best Year Ever – #TomFerryShow
We’re quickly approaching Q4 and some agents might be getting that burned out feeling, hazy unmotivated energy or don’t know what to do to boost their mojo and business to finish off the year strong. Which is why on today’s #TomFerryShow, I’m sharing 8 tips to maximize the remainder of 2019 and set yourself up […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
6 Winning Hacks to Get More Done in Less Time – #TomFerryShow
I know your days are busy. But I also know this – there are different types of “busy.” There’s good busy, where you have appointments booked back-to-back all throughout your day. And then there’s bad busy, where you’re running around doing errands, stuck in traffic, doing paperwork… and likely falling behind on the truly “important” […]
9 Challenges to Overcome When Starting Your Own Business – #TomFerryShow
You’re an entrepreneur… a creator… a business owner. Which has a huge upside. It can be so incredibly rewarding. But also throws challenges your way… Pitfalls you must avoid. In starting my own businesses and investing in 47 different companies throughout my life, I’ve identified nine of the biggest challenges you need to overcome as […]
Success Secrets from 3 of the Most Successful Women in Real Estate – #TomFerryShow
When three dynamic team leaders responsible for more than 900 annual transactions get together to share their secrets, it’s a good idea to listen to what they have to say. I recently had the good fortune to convince Treasure Davis of Colorado Springs, Mary Maloney of San Diego and Jill Biggs of Hoboken, NJ to […]
How Doug Edrington Grew from 100 to 490+ Transactions a Year – #TomFerryShow
Imagine being stuck selling “only” 100 homes a year for three straight years… 😊 Not bad, right? For Chattanooga, TN’s Doug Edrington, it wasn’t bad. But he knew he and his team were capable of so much more. So they went out and proved it. After three straight years of closing 100 transactions, they did […]
My Top 12 Personal Health Tips for Living at #Level10!
One of the questions I hear most when people meet me is this: “What’s in that bottle on your desk during the #TomFerryShow?” Enough people have asked me that it finally dawned on me… Why not write a blog to tell people all about my health-related regimen? So that’s what this is. Today I’m excited […]
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 […]
Where Does Your Business Need Help Most?
Quick… rate your business in each of these 5 categories on a scale of 1-10: Marketing & Lead Generation Lead Conversion Productivity Hacks Teams Coaching & Acceleration In my 30+ years of working with real estate professionals, these five topics have repeatedly emerged as the most crucial to agents’ success. So… Where do you need […]