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Negotiations Now: 4 Tips For Deal-Making Via Email

It’s good to have friends in times like these. Not just for the conversations and support they provide, but also for their insights. Since the world changed, I’ve already called on a friend of mine named Greg Markov from the Real Estate Negotiation Institute twice to share his expertise with our coaching members. On the […]

7 Ways to Bring Humanity Back to Business Right Now

If there’s a silver lining to everything that’s going on right now – especially for those of us under “no gatherings” orders – I think it’s that we’re all realizing how wonderful and essential it is to interact with the human beings in our lives on a regular basis. It reminds me of something I’ve […]

3 Tips to Survive & Thrive in Today’s Turbulent Times

I shot a live video for our coaching members a few days ago sharing some of the thoughts going through my head right now and some advice on how to deal with everything the world is currently facing. For today’s blog, I’m boiling down that advice to three crucial points. These are certainly different times. […]

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 […]

Top Takeaways from Inside One of Real Estate’s Most Exclusive Events

At the risk of sounding presumptuous, have you ever seen all this under one roof? HomeServices of America CEO Gino Blefari openly sharing his most essential systems for success in a small room packed with eager-to-learn professionals Beverly Hills Rockstar agent Christophe Choo freely revealing in great detail exactly how he makes his ever-popular neighborhood […]

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? […]

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 […]

3 Tips You NEED Right Now to Survive & Succeed in a Changing Market

Editor’s Note: One of our incredible super-coaches, Yvonne Arnold from Corona, CA, recently shared with me a video message she’d sent to all her coaching members, and it really did a great job of capturing the topsy-turvy, unpredictable real estate climate we’re in right now. I think it’s a message every agent needs to hear […]

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 […]

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 […]

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, […]

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 […]

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 […]

You Need to See This: My Top 10 Videos of 2018

At the end of 2018, I asked my team to look back at all the videos we created throughout the year. I wanted to know which ones got the best engagement, the most views, and resonated the strongest with you, the viewer we’re creating them for. We narrowed it down to a “Top 10” list […]

Video Hacks Learned from the Industry’s Biggest Influencers – #TomFerryShow

For the second consecutive year, BombBomb has conducted a comprehensive analysis of how real estate professionals are using video. The result of their efforts is the fantastic Real Estate Video Influencers Guide, packed with tons of extremely valuable advice direct from the winners themselves. If you haven’t already, make sure to download the 2018 report […]

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 […]

The Gift of the Shift!

Sometimes the simplest ideas are the most profound. Ever notice when you hear or read something that seems so simple, but it totally crystallizes a new way of thinking? Here’s why I bring it up: Last week I was asked to speak to a couple teams in our Team+ coaching program who got together for […]

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 […]

A Must-Read Resource for Any Video Marketer!

Have you put an additional emphasis on video in 2018… Or are you still struggling to step in front of the camera? No matter where you’re at with video marketing, there’s always more to learn. And there are few better educational resources than the Real Estate Video Influencers Guide recently released by BombBomb. I’m so […]

The Critical Difference Between ‘Knowing’ and ‘Doing’

Consider this blog a quick coaching session from me to you. And fair warning: The message might sting just a bit. But believe me, it’s delivered with good intentions. (And if it does sting, that means you needed to hear this.) Just a few weeks ago, I published a blog of book recommendations. You can […]

3 Things the Market Is Practically Begging You to Do

Let me ask you a question: When you think about the things you do every day, are your actions dictated primarily by intuition or by data? Data-driven action steps are good things in today’s economy. Pay attention to the data, listen to the market, and serve accordingly. That’s what I’ve got for you today. When […]

How to Ensure A Better Quality of Life in 2019

If you give yourself two weeks to complete a project, how long does it take? (Two weeks, right?) If you give yourself two days to finish it, how long does it take? (Two days, right?) It’s been said that “Work expands to fill the time we allow for its completion.” And it’s true! So let’s […]

15 Fantastic Books to Shape Your Mindset & Grow Your Business

You can romanticize it… snuggling up with a good book next to the fireplace on a chilly autumn night. Or you can be straightforward about it… educating yourself and arming yourself with new tactics as the New Year approaches. Either way, Q4 is a fantastic time to dive into some great books. I recently posted […]

More Great Business Tools You Should Be Using

A while back, I did a #TomFerryShow about 6 Killer Tools to Stay Ahead of the Competition. Today I want to add four more. My buddy Greg Robertson is the President and co-founder of W+R Studios, makers of Cloud Agent Suite. Together we’ve teamed up to offer you an extraordinary “test drive” of their services for […]

6 Killer Tools to Stay Ahead of the Competition – #TomFerryShow

Saving time. Making more money. Connecting more meaningfully with your clients. Growing your business. Do these sound good? That’s what I thought. And that’s why I’m sharing six of my favorite business tools on this episode of the #TomFerryShow! Let’s go!   A Modern & Relevant Way to Keep in Touch with Your Database BombBomb Prompt […]

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 […]

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 […]

3 Time Management Tips to Get Your Life Back

Is your business costing you your quality of life? One of the biggest reasons why people join coaching is to “get their life back.” Helping people achieve that goal often requires getting them out of their comfort zone and doing things differently than they’re accustomed to. So it’s not surprising there are moments in the […]

10 Headlines to Grab Homeowners’ Attention Now

Demonstrating that you understand people’s situation is one of the biggest breakthroughs you can make with your marketing. When you establish common ground, the homeowner’s anxiety is diminished and trust begins to be built. That’s why it’s crucial to be mindful of your messaging. Blanket statements like “Curious about the value of your home?” just […]

How We Do It: Behind the Scenes of the #TomFerryShow

If you’ve been paying attention to the #TomFerryShow at all, you know I’m all-in on video. We’re in the video age, and it’s only getting bigger. Every #TomFerryShow we do on any topic related to video generates tons of comments and questions. In this episode, we strive to answer as many of those questions as possible […]

Striving for a Green Beret Standard

I think it’s safe to assume you’re reading this because you strive to be the best, right? As a real estate professional? In life? To be the best YOU you can be? Good. Then here’s my question for you: Are you modeling your behaviors on the “best” role models? Like, say, a Green Beret? Not […]

Coaching and Training – What’s The Difference?

By: Mark Johnson – Head Coach Coach Mark is Tom’s senior executive for coaching services and provides leadership to all of Tom’s 150+ coaches.   You’ve probably heard of getting training in real estate, but what about coaching? Although most people would use the terms interchangeably there is actually a difference… This difference can make […]

How to Design and Enjoy a Balanced Life – #TomFerryShow

Too many people are living in a fixed mindset world. Thinking they can only do “this” or “that”…but not both.  This limited fixed thinking doesn’t allow you to excel in more than one area. It says,“I can’t be wildly successful in my business and be a spiritual person.”

3 Tips For Top Agents – #TomFerryShow

The very best are absolutely CRUSHING it right now in business! It is really clear why some real estate agents are totally winning and others aren’t. In fact there are three things that are causing the very best to win…

3 Tips to Maximize Your Next Live Event

You’ve heard me say it before, but one of the best things you can do for yourself and your business is attend a live, in-person event. I call these “full-immersion” events, because you’re stepping away from everyday life and immersing yourself in the training. Personally, I’ve made it a point to attend at least one […]

The Ultimate Facebook Advertising Strategy – #TomFerryShow

There is one lead source that every agent should be using… Some of you are aware of the huge opportunity found through Facebook advertising for sellers, and have been using it for years! But are you taking full advantage of this lead source and maximizing it for your market?

The Formula For Your Best Year Ever – #TomFerryShow

Are you operating at an inspired level? Or are you tired, grinding away at work, and stuck in that “Eeyore” state of mind? I want you to live life to the fullest and I can show you how to live at that inspired level. Here’s what you need to do…

6 Key Areas To Improve Your Business – #TomFerryShow

Have you ever played golf before? I’m a big fan of hiring experts who you can model yourself after. I took a golf lesson recently and was feeling pretty good when I was warming up at the driving range. Most of the time I was getting some good distance, but every once and awhile the […]

20 Essential Life Changing Books

I have many great memories from this past Summit, but one stands out more than the others. Mark, a 15-year-old young man, was sitting near the front of the stage with his dad. This young man was just a few years away from getting his real estate license and was at Summit to get a […]