In today’s episode guests discuss whether estate agents are actually salespeople anymore, why standards might be dropping, and the somewhat increasingly popular opinion, that being a salesperson is a bad thing.  

In this week’s social hand grenade, the guests discuss excuses versus progress and why it’s time to take responsibility. The you can’t make it up segment provides a number of au natural encounters. Waffle of the week features the dreaded LinkedIn sales spam, and as always, Sam Offley of Agents Together, and Chirs Watkins make an appearance

In today’s episode the guests discuss the recent Rightmove HPI, whether the increase in asking prices actually means anything, and the impact of the recent uplift property price reductions sweeping the nation.   

Ben is joined by Alexandra Hearn of the Agency UK, Jo Parker of Fine & country, and Mohamed Mohamedali of Armford Estates. 

In today’s episode the guests discuss the changing approaches to work, the attitudes, and the beliefs of the different generations. As Generation Z becomes a larger segment of the work force, the guests question whether their reputation for entitlement and a lack of work ethic is fair, and how other generations have carved out their place in agency.  

Ben is joined by Kesha Foss-Smith of John D Wood, Tania Cannon of Cannon & Co and Jen Jamieson of Fine & Country. 

In today’s episode the guests discuss the ever-changing landscape that is social media, and how it could impact the portals if they don’t move with the times and develop their offering. They also get stuck into house prices and what rest of 2023 looks like, plus a decent debate on the need for an agent to utilise for sale boards.    

Ben is joined by Ben Gee of Hat and Home, Scott Gunn of eXp and Sarah Gabb of Seager and Co. 

In today’s episode the guests discuss security and protection for Agents and whether businesses are doing enough, as well as the recent data showing a larger than average reduction in asking prices this August.  

Ben is joined by Perry Power of Power Bespoke, Victoria Brookes of Moss Properties and Charly Saunders of William H Brown.  

In today’s episode of Pass the Syrup, Ben Madden reflects on the Agents MVMT initiative 15 weeks after launch, and asks for agents across the UK to get involved and help the industry move forward together.  

After 14 episodes, 42 fantastic guests, the podcast being watched more than 4,500 times on YouTube, and coverage in the trade press 27 times, leading to more than 80,000 agents consuming Agents MVMT related content, it feels like we might be on to something. 

Estate Agents aren’t perfect, but no profession is. What I have seen first hand over the last few months, however, is a group that wants to help each other, and is thankful when the help is offered. 

In this episode, Madden focuses on the journey so far and where he hopes Agents MVMT can go, becoming a driving force for helping agents across the UK drive up standards whilst enjoying themselves. 

Madden would like to hear from anyone who would like to be involved with Agents MVMT, be that as a guest on the Pass the Syrup podcast, or in some other form as the initiative continues to gain momentum.

In today’s episode the guests discuss the 14th consecutive Bank of England rate rise, and what this means for the property market, as well as the work from home culture sweeping the nation post COVID, and whether it’s a viable option in the world of agency.   

Ben is joined by Sophie Lang of Lang Llewellyn & Co, Sarah Evans of Crdea Lettings and Daniel Lewis of FreeAgent247  

In today’s episode the guests discuss the future of estate agency and merits of being based on the High Street versus your bedroom, as well as pealing back the truth about property values and their true impact on estate agency.   

Ben is joined by Rowan Waller of Wallers Estate Agents, Vicky Bibiris of Location Location, and Stuart Collar-Brown of MyAuction.  

In today’s episode the guests discuss the future of estate agency and whether the self-employed model will surpass the traditional employed model which currently dominates UK Estate Agency, as well as discussing housing transaction figures for June and what this may mean for the rest of the year.  

Ben is joined by Steven Wayne of Benjamin Stevens, Maxine Fothergill of Amax Estates, and Harry Middleton of Fine & Country

In today’s episode the guests discuss artificial intelligence and its potential impact on estate agency, as well as discussing well-being in the workplace, and what agents can do to support their mental health. 

Ben is joined by Michelle Gallagher of JDG Estate Agents, Alex Pelosi-Buchanan of Archer & Co, and Adam Coffin of Coapt.