Congratulations! You had a successful open house! You have some people to follow-up with to get their questions answered about the property, but what about neighbors that stopped in, the looky-loos who provided their contact info but you don’t have a strong feeling that they will do anything, and the people who indicated that the […]
The last two years have had an unprecedented effect on the economy, on the way we interact socially, on the way we shop, on education, and of course, on the real estate market. More than ever, your clients need to hear your voice when it comes to the real estate market and what they can […]
Are you looking at your pipeline thinking you would like some additional business come January? Perhaps the single most important follow-up and client care activity that you can do every year is the Annual Client Review. This snapshot of market activity is appreciated by clients, demonstrates your expertise and gives you several opportunities to reconnect […]
Q: “Denise, I am trying to amp up my communication to my sphere database and I remember something from a class of yours that has a numbering system for ranking communication. Can you remind me of that?” A: Of course! That is my 36 Point System and a fantastic way to provide structure to any […]
I have coached many agents over the years and most of them want to know what the “secret sauce” is for success in real estate. Without any hesitate I quickly reply, “ACTION, ACTION, ACTION!!!” You can have the best vision for your business and the loftiest goals but without taking CONSISTENT ACTION in your business […]
A: “Denise, my office is doing a business planning session in a couple of weeks which I am very excited about. I have no problem with the planning. In fact, every year I make a plan. But how close does my actual year come to my plan? That can be measured in light years. I […]
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Q: Denise, I understand you encourage people to have a “word” or an overarching theme for 2016. Can you tell me more about that? A: Having a word for your year is similar to having a short-term mission statement. The word needs to be easy to remember and utilize when making decisions about your business. […]
Ahhhh!!! Can’t you feel it? 2016 is going to be a great year in real estate! There is so much to look forward to and I am thrilled that you are spending your waning days of 2015 reading this article and getting ready for what the new year has in store for you. If you […]
Q: Denise, I just ordered my calendars for my clients and the printer says I can get 1,000 pens for a good price. Do you think this is something I should do? A: My first question to you is, “Do you have an annual advertising plan?” If so, are pens on that list of needs? […]
I have coached many agents over the years and the first question I ask them is, “What is your vision for your business?” Without a clear vision for your business, you’re unlikely to ever achieve your business goals. For example, agents tell me all the time that they want to make so much money so […]
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