Thinking outside the box with Gavin Rubinstein

In this episode of Thinking Outside the Box, Gavin Rubinstein interviews his longtime friend Adrian Oddi about his unconventional path to becoming one of Australia's top real estate agents. Adrian fell into real estate by chance after his dreams of becoming a police officer didn't work out, and he started as a part-time receptionist just trying to get his foot in the door. Hear how through hard work and determination, he was able to sign his first client within 6 months and transition to sales, his strategies for consistently closing over 250 deals in just 2-3 years, and how he got his big break meeting the legendary John McGrath.

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Oliver returns as the first person to appear on the podcast twice, and for good reason, recently taking home the Ray White NSW/ACT Top City Salesperson title.

He shares his insights on what got him there, and discusses the importance of returning every call, doing what you say you'll do, and putting your name out there as much as possible through marketing.

He also talks about how focusing too much on other agents' numbers gave him anxiety and how he now prioritises being the best version of himself.

Learn Oliver's strategies for success and momentum building in real estate sales.

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This episode features an interview with veteran real estate agent Bill Malouf. Malouf recounts how he got his start in real estate at age 35 after leaving the pub industry. He strategically began his career in Maroubra before quickly moving to Sydney's prestigious eastern suburbs. Maloof credits his rapid rise to always being accessible to clients and providing excellent service, believing this would drive referrals.

During the interview, he also discussed his partnership with David Hyland which helped strengthen backend operations. This partnership led to the creation of the Highland Malouf group. 

Even at age 68, he retains a passion for the industry and enjoys the long-term relationships built over his career. He offers advice on maintaining integrity when big money is involved and prioritising the client's best interests.

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In this episode, Gavin Rubinstein interviews Damien Cooley, One of Australia's top auctioneers. They discuss the unique qualities that set Damien apart from other auctioneers and their professional partnership. Damien shares his journey to becoming an auctioneer and the challenges he has faced. Listen to Damien's inspiring story and dedication to his craft.

[00:01:23] Challenges faced in real estate. 
[00:05:26] Insane volume of auctions. 
[00:11:45] Starting a business after failure. 
[00:15:23] An exciting auctioneer to watch. 
[00:20:37] Pushing for higher bids. 
[00:22:26] Bidding sequence and buyer emotions. 
[00:26:30] Online auctioneer during COVID. 
[00:28:46] The vibe of an auction room. 
[00:30:03] In-room auctions vs. on-site auctions. 
[00:34:05] Managing the buyer-seller gap. 
[00:36:14] What makes a good agent? 
[00:38:05] Negotiating effectively for your client. 
[00:41:08] Negotiating fees and commissions. 
[00:45:41] Feeling good about yourself.
[00:47:11] Finding fulfilment in life. 
[00:50:42] Changing the narrative.

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In this episode of "Thinking Outside the Box," Gavin Rubinstein sits with real estate agent Charlie Touma to discuss his success in the Surry Hills market. They delve into Charlie's journey in real estate, his connection to the Ray White Group, and his strategies to write millions of dollars in gross commission. They also explore becoming a "digital mayor" and building a strong profile. Tune in to hear Charlie's insights and experiences as a trailblazer in his field.

Key Moments.

[00:01:18] Becoming the digital mayor. 
[00:03:20] Legends of the game. 
[00:05:06] Discipline and standards of excellence. 
[00:09:55] Discipline and success in real estate. 
[00:12:08] Challenges in real estate. 
[00:14:29] Becoming the digital mayor. 
[00:17:14] Marketing oneself effectively. 
[00:19:30] Listing presentations in different markets. 
[00:23:11] Negotiation as a skill. 
[00:25:26] Stick to your structure.
 [00:27:15] Belief and confidence. 
[00:30:09] Buyer work and strategy. 
[00:32:18] Suitability over affordability. 
[00:34:46] Three hours of prospecting. 
[00:36:54] Balancing me and the business. 
[00:41:23] Mindset and continuous improvement. 
[00:43:12] Balancing work and family.

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What occurs when you unite one of Australia's finest architects and developers?

You get Verdical. The first-of-its-kind commercial development coming to Bondi Junction. 

It's a game-changer, standing eight stories high, with world-class architecture, views of Sydney Harbour, Rooftop Terrence, and a Soak Bathhouse to complete the oasis that's being created. 

Join us for this special episode and hear from Tal Silberman (Moshav Group) and Luigi Rosselli (Rosselli Architects) on what shaped their vision, the importance of first-class design and what it takes to execute projects at the highest level. 

Plus, they share their most valuable advice.

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Carli Skurnik is the founder and director of One Buyers Agency. 

With 18 years of experience, she's a successful buyers agent in the eastern suburbs of sydney. In this episode you'll hear about:

• Her journey into real estate
• Being a female in a male-dominated industry.
• The story of One Buyers Agency
• The key differences between a buyer's agent and a seller's agent.
• What she does differently compared to others. 

Plus you'll find out what made her give a young Gavin Rubinstein his first job in real estate.

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Michael Coombs is the owner of Atlas by LJ Hooker, has consistently achieved outstanding results across the Lower North Shore for over 20 years and is ranked among Australia’s top-performing sales agents. 

In this episode you'll hear about the changing moment in his career which led him to double his business and reach 3.5 billion in total career sales.

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Dane Atherton is titled Queensland’s best auctioneer, runs an outfit with 170 staff members, and owns Harcourts in Queensland. 

Dane wanted to connect his love of property to the call of the waves. Joining with his life and business partner, Kym Atherton, he founded Harcourts Coastal at Broadbeach in 2011, with an aspirational brand of positive leadership.

Gavin sits down with Dane on the Gold Coast to discuss the success of Harcourts, the importance of caring, what it takes to grow a large team and his advice for getting into the industry.

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Oliver Williams is a top associate agent at TRG and exemplifies what happens when persistence and hard work pay off. With a healthy dose of competitiveness and high emotional intelligence, Oliver’s dedication to the transaction is instinctive. Hear the story of how this 24-year old went from living in Bathurst to becoming a highly efficient and accomplished part of Gavin’s core team. 

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