When Preparation Starts to Work Against You

When Preparation Starts to Work Against You

There is a belief in real estate that the more prepared you are, the better your listing presentation will be. Agents rehearse scripts, memorise dialogue and work hard to make sure every line lands perfectly. Preparation certainly has its place, but there is a moment...
Why Most Agents Lose Business They Have Already Earned

Why Most Agents Lose Business They Have Already Earned

One of the biggest gaps I see in this industry is how agents treat past clients. There is a strong focus on what can be sold today, who is ready now and where the next listing is coming from. That focus makes sense to a point, but it often comes at the expense of...
Time Is the Only Advantage Every Agent Has

Time Is the Only Advantage Every Agent Has

One thing that does not change across this industry, regardless of market conditions or experience level, is time. Every agent has the same 168 hours in a week. There is no advantage there. What separates performance is how that time is used once the week starts. It...
The Listing I Lost Because I Couldn’t Justify My Fee

The Listing I Lost Because I Couldn’t Justify My Fee

I lost a $2.5 million listing early in my career because of one very simple mistake. It was not because I lacked energy, work ethic or belief in what I could do for the client. It was because, at the critical moment, I could not clearly articulate why my fee made...