REB Podcast Network

Jordan Strudwick admits that starting your own business can be a scary experience and a giant leap of faith – but he says real estate agents should do it anyway. In this episode, the founder of STRUD Property and REB's #12 dealmaker for 2021 gives a tell-all account of how he made the fateful decision to jump into his own ship and build his own business from the ground up. He also shares with Grace Ormsby the seven core values that helped him make his own mark in the real estate scene and why it's important for real estate agents to have a perpetual "hunger" for growth and development, both personally and professionally. In this episode, you will hear:

• The importance of creating relatable core values for your business

• Why ego can be a real estate agent's biggest enemy

• How company culture can shape your business' dynamics

Make sure you never miss an episode by subscribing to us now on Apple Podcasts. Did you like this episode? Show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (REB Podcast Network) and by liking and following Real Estate Business on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend a voice to the show, email [email protected] for more insights.

Alexandra Gonsalves emphasises the important work done by business development managers to Grace Ormsby and Sadhana Smiles.

The director of growth at Local Property and the BDM of the year – property management at the Women in Real Estate Awards 2020 has shared her ethos when it comes to garnering new business – and why it requires a different approach to traditional sales strategies. Alex also shares the reasoning behind her decision to give staff the title of "investor consultant" rather than BDM. In this episode, you will hear:

• Why Alexandra takes a "family" approach to attract clients

• How BDMs can be empowered to improve the profession's image

• What commission structures can be employed for BDMs – and how to choose

Make sure you never miss an episode by subscribing to us now on Apple Podcasts. Did you like this episode? Show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (REB Podcast Network) and by liking and following Real Estate Business on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend a voice to the show, email [email protected] for more insights.

Picking apart the pain points in real estate to create simple and seamless solutions.

In this episode of the REB Business Empowerment Showcase, host Grace Ormsby is joined by Daniel Bignold, the founder and CEO of Propps.

Daniel discusses Propps' ability to craft a point of difference in the proptech marketplace, highlights the value proposition of their negotiation solution for agents, emphasises that the business is "here to stay", and shares their reasoning for throwing support behind the real estate industry from day one.

Tune in to find out::

• Why the simplest ideas can often be the best ideas

• What Propps is able to offer agents in 2021 and beyond

• How partner and network integration will pave the way forward

Make sure you never miss an episode by subscribing to us now on Apple Podcasts. Did you like this episode? Show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (REB Podcast Network) and by liking and following Real Estate Business on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend a voice to the show, email [email protected] for more insights.

In a follow-up series to the wildly popular What's Making Headlines, hosts Phil Tarrant and Tom Panos discuss the hard-hitting topics relevant to real estate that others might shy away from. Phil and Tom chat all about the buyer experience with Momentum Media director Alex Whitlock. Alex shares his own recent negative experience, kicking off a must-listen discussion about best practices for agents who are handling buyer offers. The trio talk about transparency and managing vendor/buyer expectations and chat through strategies to keep all potential parties to a transaction happy – even when people miss out. They also look at the negative flow-on effects bad buyer experiences can have on an agent's brand and why agents can't discount the impact of unsuccessful buyers on their future business. Make sure you never miss an episode by subscribing to us now on Apple Podcasts. Did you like this episode? Show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (REB Podcast Network) and by liking and following Real Estate Business on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend a voice to the show, email [email protected] for more insights.

Drawing on his three decades of industry experience, Ric Serrao shares why agents must become better communicators, listeners, therapists and marketers. The number three ranked agent in REB's Top 100 Agents 2021 and the principal of Raine & Horne Double Bay | Bondi Beach outlines how the role of a real estate agent is changing to Grace Ormsby while also noting that some things will always stay the same. He divulges his decision to stick with a franchise, shares tips on navigating the technological minefield, and shares his belief that we're entering a very exciting period for the real estate profession. In this episode, you will hear:

• Why network allegiance works for Ric

• How to better navigate the tech funnel

• The importance of investigating in relationships

Make sure you never miss an episode by subscribing to us now on Apple Podcasts. Did you like this episode? Show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (REB Podcast Network) and by liking and following Real Estate Business on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend a voice to the show, email [email protected] for more insights.

Sherrie Storor gives a candid look at the ways she has built out agencies, teams, businesses, and her own profile through her real estate career several times over.

The coach, mentor and agent explains why agents (and coaches) must be in touch with the modern-day consumer, as well as reveals her learnings around business longevity to Grace Ormsby and Sadhana Smiles. As well as booking holidays, she advocates for days off, celebrating milestones, and empowering the industry away from the burn and churn of years gone by. In this episode, you will hear:

• Why an agent's profile is so important

• How to avoid burnout and reverse current damage

• Why the industry must invest in its people

Make sure you never miss an episode by subscribing to us now on Apple Podcasts. Did you like this episode? Show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (REB Podcast Network) and by liking and following Real Estate Business on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend a voice to the show, email [email protected] for more insights.

Jack Broadhead, the account development manager for Podium, chats with Momentum Media's Phil Tarrant for the latest episode of REB's Proptech Pulse.

Jack, one of the masterminds behind the highly successful SMS marketing platform Podium, shares his insights on how texting can eliminate the perpetual bane of having unread messages, which in turn increases business visibility and builds client trust. He also underscores the importance of executing the right SMS marketing strategy to improve how industry players can interact with leads, customers, and teams at every touchpoint. In this episode, you will hear:

• How real industry players and businesses can leverage the power of SMS

• The basics of SMS marketing etiquette

• Tips for creating the perfect template to make sure you get a response and build client trust

Make sure you never miss an episode by subscribing to us now on Apple Podcasts. Did you like this episode? Show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (REB Podcast Network) and by liking and following Real Estate Business on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend a voice to the show, email [email protected] for more insights.

Stacey Arlott shares her journey to the number one spot of the Dealmakers 2021 ranking. Selling 113 properties in just 52 weeks, the RE/MAX Results Mackay agent has had a stellar year. She reveals to Grace Ormsby how she managed such an achievement in a regional location with minimal reliance on daily goals, structure, support staff and technology. Considering herself as an "old-fashioned agent", Stacey also shares her thoughts on the limitations of technology and shares her top tips for those new agents now coming through the ranks. In this episode, you will hear:

• How self-promotion pays off

• Why the Mackay market still has plenty of room to grow

• What technology is taking out of the agent experience

Make sure you never miss an episode by subscribing to us now on Apple Podcasts. Did you like this episode? Show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (REB Podcast Network) and by liking and following Real Estate Business on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend a voice to the show, email [email protected] for more insights.

In a follow-up series to the wildly popular What's Making Headlines, hosts Phil Tarrant and Tom Panos discuss the hard-hitting topics relevant to real estate that others might shy away from. Phil and Tom discuss ethical versus unethical agents, in light of recent research that ranked real estate professionals as second last in terms of their ethical behaviour. They dive into some of the factors that could, and do, influence consumer perceptions of real estate agents compared to other professions ranked in the survey, such as lawyers, doctors, nurses, and accountants. They pose the question: are real estate agents considered "trusted advisers"? The duo also look at the current state of the market and how much it has changed over the past month, acknowledging the psychological factors that are now at play. Make sure you never miss an episode by subscribing to us now on Apple Podcasts. Did you like this episode? Show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (REB Podcast Network) and by liking and following Real Estate Business on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend a voice to the show, email [email protected] for more insights.

Warning: This show has been marked as explicit Maria Cassarino chats all about the career aspirations and growth mindset that saw her make the jump into real estate to Grace Ormsby and Sadhana Smiles.

The Stone Seaforth partner and agent reveals her unorthodox journey to business ownership – after she finished high school at 15 to take on secretarial school. The highly successful agent who operates out of Sydney's Northern Beaches talks about her approach to transactions, emphasises the value of a team, and explains why agents shouldn't be spreading themselves too thin.

In this episode, you will hear::

• What corporate law firm ways of working can teach real estate agents

• How Maria has balanced visibility with a desire to remain a "dark horse"

• Tips to nurture the next generation of talent

Make sure you never miss an episode by subscribing to us now on Apple Podcasts. Did you like this episode? Show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (REB Podcast Network) and by liking and following Real Estate Business on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend a voice to the show, email [email protected] for more insights.