S4 E6 - What Makes Certain Sales People Thrive When Others Just Survive?
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Maggie shares her journey from corporate life in marketing to becoming a successful real estate agent, highlighting how relationship-building and immersion in the craft creates sustainable success rather than chasing quick transactions.
• Left corporate job in marketing and graphic design after feeling creatively stifled
• Started at eXp but quickly realized the need for proper mentorship and training
• Learned the business by covering inspections, showings, and open houses for other agents
• Built client base primarily through open houses - doing up to four every weekend
• Finds deeper satisfaction in relationship-based business versus transactional models
• Values boutique brokerage environment where collaboration trumps competition
• Emphasizes the importance of being present at inspections to build knowledge and credibility
• Plans to focus on organization, consistent client outreach, and social media presence
• Believes in investing in learning over chasing higher commission splits as a new agent
• Started with buyers through open houses, now transitioning to more listing business as clients return
Chapters
1. Meeting Maggie, Four Years in Real Estate (00:00:00)
2. Leaving Corporate Life for Real Estate (00:09:15)
3. Learning the Business Through Immersion (00:18:00)
4. Building a Client Base Through Open Houses (00:27:40)
5. The Transactional vs Relationship Approach (00:36:30)
6. The Compass vs Zillow Battle (00:43:08)
7. Private Listings and Market Strategies (00:49:10)
8. Client Relationships and Setting Boundaries (00:53:40)
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