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Building strong client relationships is crucial to business success, but the benefits often take time. In this episode, Jeff Jackel and Jay O'Brien of Client Giant share how thoughtful gift giving can create memorable moments that strengthen loyalty. You'll learn the importance of timing and messaging, how to amplify the impact of client gifts by tying them to a larger purpose, and the value of offering a white-glove concierge experience. Tune in for practical tips to enhance client engagement and build lasting connections through authentic, personalized gestures. Connect | Resources ·      Website: clientgiant.com   ·      Free printable: 12 Month Pop-By Printable Bundle Visit our Resource Library for more free resources, including e-books, additional printables, and lead magnets to attract new leads. Have a question you’d like us to answer? Send us an email at podcast@remindermedia, or shoot us a DM on Instagram @staypaidpodcast.

Real estate industry veteran Allan Dalton shares practical advice from his new book, Buyer Agent Be Aware, which focuses on helping buyer agents clearly communicate their value in an evolving market. Listen in to learn a three-part strategy for advancing beyond the latest industry disruption, tips for discussing compensation with confidence, and how to deliver a buyer presentation that instantly and dramatically builds credibility and trust. Allan also dives into how small shifts in language can greatly impact how clients perceive your expertise. Connect | Resources ·      Book: Buyer Agent Be Aware: What Every Buyer Agent Must Know & Do in a Post-Disrupted Real Estate World! ·      Connect with Allan at allandaltonconsulting@gmail.com or 805-338-8796 ·      Free e-book: The Science of How to Become a Memorable Real Estate Agent ·      Free lead magnet: Questions Every Seller Should Ask When Hiring a Real Estate Agent Visit our Resource Library for more free resources, including additional e-books,

Are you tired of settling for mediocrity? Are you ready to unlock your full potential and achieve extraordinary success? In this week's episode, we sit down with John Wetmore, author of Do More Now, Get Better Later. John shares his inspiring journey and reveals the secrets to achieving remarkable results. Discover the power of his "DO MORE" mindset, learn the importance of discipline and ownership, and understand why taking risks and embracing challenges is essential for growth. John's insights will leave you motivated, inspired, and equipped to take your career to new heights. Connect | Resources ·      Learn more about John and get a copy of his book here: https://johnwetmore.com/  Visit our Resource Library for free resources, including e-books, printables, and lead magnets to attract new leads. Have a question you’d like us to answer? Send us an email at podcast@remindermedia or shoot us a DM on Instagram @staypaidpodcast.

Being a successful entrepreneur demands constant adaptation, especially when facing the challenges that come with business growth. Our own business has encountered stalled growth after years of expansion, leading us to reflect on the reasons behind it. In this candid conversation, we explore the unsettling consequences of introducing new elements to your business, the hidden risks of hiring top talent without proper oversight, and the delicate balance between strategic planning and quick decision-making. If you're dealing with similar challenges, this episode provides valuable insights to help reignite your business momentum. Connect | Resources ·      Listen to Krystopher Benyamein explain his green screen strategy for winning listings in “Timely Tactics for Attracting High-Intent Buyers.” ·      Connect with Stephen on Instagram @acreebrothers Visit our Resource Library for free resources, including e-books, printables, and lead magnets to attract new leads. Have a question you’d like us to answer? Send

This week. Ellis Suazo, cofounder of the Wealth Academy, shares the real reasons why insurance agents fail and what it takes to overcome the hidden challenges. Discover the critical difference between being an entrepreneur and an intrapreneur, the most valuable investment you can make in your career, and the one thing leaders can’t shy away from when it comes to building a strong team. Connect | Resources ·      Website: thewealthacademy.us ·      Instagram: @mrwealthacademy or @mrswealthacademy   ·      Free e-book: Lead Generation for Insurance Brokers Visit our Resource Library for more free resources, including additional e-books, printables, and lead magnets to attract new leads. Have a question you’d like us to answer? Send us an email at podcast@remindermedia or shoot us a DM on Instagram @staypaidpodcast.

Grigory Pekarsky, cofounder of Vesta Preferred Realty, offers a compelling case for why you need to systematize your real estate business. By combining efficiency and excellence, his team has been recognized by RealTrends Verified as Illinois' #1 independent real estate team by volume since 2021. Join us to discover the three most important elements that contribute to a successful career in real estate, how to avoid the #1 cause of agent burnout, and the singular thing you can do today to immediately increase your productivity. Interested in a free sample of our Magazine? Click here: https://remindermedia.com/staypaidnewagent/  Connect | Resources ·      Instagram: @grigory_pekarsky ·      Website: vestapreferred.com ·      Website: grigorypekarsky.com   Visit our Resource Library for free resources, including e-books, printables, and lead magnets to attract new leads. Have a question you’d like us to answer? Send us an email at podcast@remindermedia or shoot us a DM on Instagram @staypaidpodcast.

In this episode of Stay Paid, we’re privileged to speak with BAM contributor Alyssa McIntyre, who shares how she’s managed to develop her social media strategy to the point where Instagram has become her top lead source for homebuyers and sellers as well as agent-to-agent referrals. Join us to hear the really smart advice Alyssa received that helped her become more comfortable in front of the camera, listen to her tell hilarious stories about how being authentic on social media has won her clients she otherwise would never have connected with, find out a brilliant tactic for engaging past clients that inevitably restarts conversations, and discover an underused channel that causes even the busiest agents to follow up with her. Interested in a free sample of our Magazine? Click here: https://remindermedia.com/staypaidnewagent/ 

Angela Yungk is the lead real estate advisor and mentor with Arterra Luxe Florida, and this week on Stay Paid, she offers advice for how other agents can stand out among the competition by selling not just homes but also lifestyles. In addition, she discusses customer avatars, various options for content marketing, and the central importance of building strong relationships with key individuals in your community. Interested in a free sample of our Magazine? Click here: https://remindermedia.com/staypaidnewagent/  Connect | Resources ·      Website: hellopalmbeaches.com ·      Instagram: @hellopalmbeaches and @angela.yungk ·      FREE printable: Real Estate Referral Partner Worksheet Have a question you’d like us to answer? Send us an email at podcast@remindermedia or shoot us a DM on Instagram @staypaidpodcast.

Amy Stockberger has taken the simple concept of serving her clients and transformed it into a legacy-building real estate business that adds high-level income streams to the usual commission check. Join us to discover a one-of-a-kind approach to client nurturing that keeps you relevant for life, four phenomenal ideas to exponentially increase brand awareness and warm referrals, and a way to turn strategic referral partnerships into a major profit center for your business. Connect | Resources ·      Send “HST” in a DM to @amystockberger on Instagram to get a free copy of Amy’s Lifetime Home Support framework. ·      Website: amystockberger.com Visit our Resource Library for free resources, including e-books, printables, and lead magnets to attract new leads. Have a question you’d like us to answer? Send us an email at podcast@remindermedia or shoot us a DM on Instagram @staypaidpodcast.

Aside from making money, what is the purpose of your business? The combination of generating a profit and being a business with purpose can’t be beaten in spreading awareness and appreciation of your brand. Giving back with authenticity generates goodwill, clients, and referrals—and having an overarching goal that aligns with your values with help to sustain your soul when things get tough. Connect | Resources Connect with Stacy ·      Instagram @allweinrealtor ·      Facebook: @stacy.allwein ·      Website: allweinteam.com ·      Phone: 301-606-6716 Recommended resources ·      Book: The Purpose Driven Life: What on Earth Am I Here For? by Rick Warren ·      Podcast episode: Ep. 478 Be a Business of Purpose and Profit (with Giveback Homes) Visit our Resource Library for free resources, including e-books, printables, and lead magnets to attract new leads. Have a question you’d like us to answer? Send us an email at podcast@remindermedia or shoot us a DM on Instagram @staypaidpodcast.

Is cold calling a dead end? Tune in and see how data can revitalize your outreach. Guests Rylan Folts and Sam Kendree of WealthFeed join us to discuss using real-time data to pinpoint the best leads to call and spark genuine conversations that lead to valuable meetings. We also debate the usefulness of “match and mirror” tactics, and we reveal the real obstacle that keeps sales professionals from cold-call success. Interested in our free touchpoint calendar? Click here to learn more https://remindermedia.com/printables/stephen-touchpoint-plan/ Connect | Resources ·      Websites -   wealthfeed.com -   catalyzeai.com ·      FREE webinars -   Unlocking Organic Growth: A Blueprint for Advisors to Automate a Growth Machine with Money-in-Motion Data and Direct Mail -   An Explosively Innovative Way Agents Can Get Listing Leads in a Shifting Market ·      FREE e-book: Guide to Cold Calling Visit our Resource Library for free resources, including additional e-books, printables, and lead magnets to attract

Instead of seeing her youth as a liability, Katie Kenny (who’s 23) has leaned into everything that’s best about Gen Z—including their pragmatic outlook, comfort with social media, and deep commitment to authenticity—to win the trust and confidence of her real estate colleagues and clients. Listen to her interview to hear the details of the outstanding open house strategy that launched her career and how she’s using green screen videos to boost her social media engagement. Connect | Resources ·      Instagram @thekatiekenny ·      Blog: How to Use the Green Screen on Instagram: A Beginner's Guide for Real Estate Agents ·      Free printable: Open House Kit Visit our Resource Library for free resources, including more printables, e-books, and lead magnets to attract new leads. Have a question you’d like us to answer? Send us an email at podcast@remindermedia or shoot us a DM on Instagram @staypaidpodcast.

“Real estate agents who are remaining engaged with their spheres are still thriving.” So says Sean Carpenter, agent, coach, and national speaker previously recognized by Inman News as one of the Top 100 Most Influential Leaders in Real Estate. In this week’s episode, we reflect on Grant Cardone’s interview with RE/MAX founder Dave Liniger and speak with Sean about motivation, attitude, and his strategy for remaining connected with his sphere in meaningful ways that continue to produce referrals and new leads. Connect | Resources ·      BAM blog: How Haters Made a Real Estate Legend: Grant Cardone’s Interview with RE/MAX Founder Dave Liniger ·      Sean’s blog: Carp’s Corner ·      Twitter @seancarp Visit our Resource Library for free resources, including e-books, printables, and lead magnets to attract new leads. Have a question you’d like us to answer? Send us an email at podcast@remindermedia or shoot us a DM on Instagram @staypaidpodcast.

The godfather of talking-head social media, Alex Hormozi, is throwing in the towel. He’s given up on editing, music, jump cuts, and topics with wide appeal in favor of longer form videos targeted to a narrower audience who will actually grow his business. We’re joined by Garrett Maroon, a three-time Stay Paid guest, to talk about what it means for content creators. Plus, you’ll get our strategy of the week and answers to listeners’ questions. Connect | Resources ·      Why Every Agent Needs to Pay Attention to Alex Hormozi’s Content Shift by The Broke Agent ·      Visit our Resource Library for free resources, including e-books, printables, and lead magnets to attract new leads. Have a question you’d like us to answer? Send us an email at podcast@remindermedia or shoot us a DM on Instagram @staypaidpodcast.

This week, we’re speaking with Dustin Fox, BAM contributor and cofounder of Devon and Dustin Fox Homes. Not only has his team amassed about 1,700 Google reviews (with an aggregate rating of 5 stars!), but they’ve also closed $400M in sales in only three years. He’s sharing his client review strategy, his huge success with advertising on YouTube TV, and the four-email sequence that produced nine listings in six months. Connect | Resources ·      Website: David and Dustin Fox Homes ·      BAM blog: How Email Marketing Landed Me 9 Listings in 6 Months ·      Visit our Resource Library for free resources, including e-books, printables, and lead magnets to attract new leads. Have a question you’d like us to answer? Send us an email at podcast@remindermedia or shoot us a DM on Instagram @staypaidpodcast.

Who says you need endless content to win big on Instagram? The greatest hack ever is to put your creative energy not into posting but commenting. Yep, comments are key! This week on Stay Paid, we’re sharing five strategic tips to turn comments into engagement magnets. From sparking fun debates to asking killer questions, discover how to boost engagement and attract new followers—all without a single new post! Plus, you’ll get our strategy of the week and answers to listeners’ questions. Connect | Resources ·      BAM blog: How to Grow on Instagram (Without Posting) ·      Book: The Five Dysfunctions of a Team: A Leadership Fable Have a question you’d like us to answer? Send us an email at podcast@remindermedia or shoot us a DM on Instagram @staypaidpodcast.

This week on Stay Paid, we’re breaking down four Instagram tips and exposing a couple of myths about how to best use the platform to grow an audience with social media expert and Actually Agents founder, Luca Alboretti. Tune in, and you’ll also hear Luca’s advice for how to really grow your Instagram from 0 to 100K (he’s got 197K followers) and what you absolutely must NOT do with your posts. Plus, you’ll get our sales and marketing strategy of the week. Connect | Resources ·      BAM blog: 4 Insider Tips from Meta to Grow on Instagram ·      Follow on Instagram @actuallyagents Have a question you’d like us to answer? Send us an email at podcast@remindermedia or shoot us a DM on Instagram @staypaidpodcast.

Relitix just released its Agent Movement Index for April, and it’s a weird one. First, the number of active agents is on the rise (don’t they know inventory is DOWN?). And second, the number of agents moving from one brokerage to another is on the rise with April’s movement outpacing March’s—that’s super unusual. Join us to find out what’s going on and the implications for both agents and brokerages. Plus, you’ll get our strategy of the week and answers to listeners’ questions. Connect | Resources BAM blog: 2 Trends to Watch: More Agents & More Movement Between Brokerages Have a question you’d like us to answer? Send us an email at podcast@remindermedia or shoot us a DM on Instagram @staypaidpodcast.

A true Instagram expert, Michelle Berman puts the nail in the coffin of viral videos, sharing why real conversations are the key to conversions. She explains her three-part DM that authentically connects and keeps the discussion going. She also offers an outstanding strategy her real estate clients have used to attract hyperlocal opportunities and direct business. Plus, you’ll get our strategy of the week and answers to listeners’ questions. Connect | Resources ·      Connect with Michelle on Instagram @bermanmediasocial ·      Learn more about Michelle’s program, Beyond the Method. ·      Stuck in a Content Rut? Do This to Get Out of It by Lindsey Jo ·      FREE resource: The Relationship Marketer's Guide to Social Media Success Visit our Resource Library for more free resources, including additional e-books, printables, and lead magnets to attract new leads. ❓ Have a question you’d like us to answer? Send us an email at podcast@remindermedia, or shoot us a DM on Instagram @staypaidpodcast.

When building your client base, there are five mistakes that BAM contributor Sarah Lentz warns agents to avoid. One of the biggest is focusing on increasing brand awareness over cultivating relationships in your sphere. We’re discussing this and the other blunders that agents frequently commit when trying to build their client base. Plus, you’ll get our strategy of the week and answers to listeners’ questions. Connect | Resources ·      5 Mistakes Agents Must Avoid When Growing Their Client Base (BAM blog) ·      Acree Brothers Realty Team in Lynchburg, Virginia, is hiring top agents! Contact Stephen Acree at 434-607-2976 Have a question you’d like us to answer? Send us an email at podcast@remindermedia or shoot us a DM on Instagram @staypaidpodcast. You can get free resources, including e-books, printables, and lead magnets to attract new leads, by visiting our Resource Library.