In this week’s episode of Messy in the Middle, Jefi Moultrie and Ed Billings reflect on their Thanksgiving parties and give an after-action report. They share what they felt they did well, what they could improve next time, and creative ideas they used to connect with their clients and celebrate them. They talk about the importance of loving on your people and committing to the events that allow you to do that as a realtor. 

QUOTES

• “A speech outline is really great. Express gratitude. Tell stories. Ask for a referral and be specific. Close with a genuine expression of gratitude. This helps give your speech purpose and will flow from the heart.” - Ed Billings  [05:24]

• “Don’t make excuses to not do something. Do what you need to do to make it happen, even if it isn’t exactly how you want it to be. You can commit to it and you can do it.” - Jefi Moultrie [02:22]

TIMESTAMPS

• [00:20] Intro
• [01:30] Pre-party calls 
• [04:06] Speeches
• [06:19] Professional photos
• [15:37] Gift giving
• [17:18] Outro

RESOURCES

• The Five Dysfunctions of a Team
• The Peak Experience
• The U.S. Housing Market Has Peaked
• Why Rising Mortgage Rates Push Buyers off the Fence
• The One Thing Every Homeowner Needs To Know About a Recession

CONTACT

Messy in the Middle: messyinthemiddlepodcast.com

Ed Billings: edbillings.com

Jefi Moultrie: jefisrealestate.com