When you work in entertainment, you are in the business of fun. This podcast will focus on the challenges and opportunities associated with helping your customers create memories and special moments. We will talk about sports, theatre, performing arts, and other forms of entertainment, highlighting the best ideas in marketing live experiences, creating long-term customers, and growing revenues.
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Arthur Carmazzi Podcast
Arthur Carmazzi - Learn the psychology of group performance and how to create super performing teams and cultures
Podcast by Arthur Carmazzi - Learn the psychology of group performance and how to create super performing teams and cultures
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Get the best of the iTunes chart topping Thrivetime Show podcast in this show dedicated to growing your business. "It's like Steve Martin meets Steve Forbes." - Jim Stovall - NY Times Best Selling Author. Experience business school without the BS with former US SBA Entrepreneur of the Year Clay Clark and the optometrist turned business tycoon Doctor Robert Zoellner. This award-winning team has been featured on Forbes, Fast Company, Bloomberg, Pando Daily, etc.
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This show will inspire and infuse you with energy to take action in your life, career and business journey. A super chat with a Global crew of diverse leaders and entrepreneurs comprising of a sweet mix of world class Entrepreneurs; Leadership & Financials Executives; Authors, Scientists; Engineers, Technologists, Marketers, Cosmeticians and much more from all over the world who are not afraid to share their stories. Say yes to new adventures ~This is your home for career and business develo ...
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The Water + Air Podcast focuses on the ordinary that powers the extraordinary in the nuanced realities of the legal profession. It offers valuable, often overlooked, insights that form strong foundations for sustainable success in this fast-paced sector. Parul Patel shares her world-class experience, mindset, strategies, tactics, and technical know-how developed from advising some of the world’s most influential and innovative brands like Nike, Speedo, Uniqlo, and Bird & Bird. Her aim is to ...
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How to recruit real estate agents in non traditional ways. Your strategies are stale and need to be innovative to bring in top talent in your market place.
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A Secutix super episode about technology, customer experience, and tickets...
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I have two guests today: David Hornby and Michael McDermott. David is the Managing Director Northern Europe, UK, and Ireland for SecuTix and Michale McDermott is the General Manager of the Americas for SecuTix. We had a really great conversation that hit on a ton of really great ideas and concepts. In this episode, we talk about: Tech and change in…
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Brian Hess explains "sports washing" to me and you!
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Brian Hess is back! We are talking sports washing. I thought I had a better grasp on the subject than I did. But Brian discusses the many ways that sports washing presents a challenge to sports fans in America, outside of the obvious ones. We discuss the possibility of foreign investment in the NFL, LIV, and more. We also hit on the way that these …
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Sabrina Carrazzo is a fantastic teacher, PR person, and leader!
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I loved this conversation because I totally got Sabrina Carrazzo worked up about teaching, women's sports, and helping international soccer teams enter the US market. Sabrina and Asli Pelit teach a sports PR and communications class at NYU. They invited me to give a guest lecture earlier in the year. I loved the way that Sabrina nurtured, challenge…
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Aligning Culture with Brand Promise: Boost Your Team's Performance & KPIs | Interview: Mark Iorio
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In this episode, Matt and Dr. Ben interview Mark Iorio, Managing Director st BCAP, as he shares tips on how to get your whole team pulling in the same direction to achieve greater KPIs. Whenever you are ready here are a number of ways we can help :) Schedule 10 Minute Strategy Session with Matt https://brokerpreneurpodcast.com/grow-my-brokerage/ Jo…
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Jason Velez sells baseball in NYC and isn't competing head to head with any of the bigger teams...
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My guest today is Jason Velez from the Staten Island Ferry Hawks. I've known Jason for a long time. So long that he has one of the OG Dave business cards. So, it was great to catch up with Jason. We hit on 3 big topics in this episode: Selling based on value Competing with bigger brands and bigger teams Unique promotions We talk about the Ferry Haw…
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Unlock Your Author Potential: How to Write a Book Without Writing and Boost Your Real Estate Business | Interview: Michael DeLon
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In this episode, Matt and Dr. Ben interview Michael DeLon, founder of Paperback Expert. Michael shares the process of writing a book without having to write it manually and how your real estate business can benefit from it. Whenever you are ready here are a number of ways we can help :) Schedule 10 Minute Strategy Session with Matt https://brokerpr…
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Elevating Your Network to Grow Your Net Worth Interview: Steve Ramona, Super Connector
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In this episode, Matt and Dr. Ben interview the Super Connector, Steve Ramona. Steve emphasizes the power of giving as a means to receive and discusses practical tips for real estate brokers and agents to grow their business through effective connections. Connect with Steve on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steveramona/ Whenever you are read…
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Navigating Business Development And Effective Networking | Interview: Steve Fretzin, Fretzin Inc.
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In this episode, Matt and Dr. Ben interview Steve Fretzin, President of Fretzin Inc., Author, Speaker, and Podcast Host. Steve discusses the importance of networking and business development both in real estate and law. Connect with Steve on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevefretzin/ Whenever you are ready here are a number of ways we can …
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Is Gross Profit Per Employee - An Important Performance Metric?
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Is Gross Profit Per Employee - An Important Performance Metric? by DealersEdgeBy DealersEdge
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Creating Value Beyond Transactions | Interview: Melissa Rubin, Founder MJR Group - Compass
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In this episode, Dr. Ben interviews Melissa J. Rubin, founder of the MJR Group with Compass. Melissa emphasizes the value of relationship-building, personalized service, and dedication to providing a high-quality, curated experience for all clients, regardless of the transaction size. Connect and collaborate with Melissa: via Email - melissajane@co…
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How General Managers Create Super Star Management Teams.
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How General Managers Create Super Star Management Teams. by DealersEdgeBy DealersEdge
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Revolutionizing Real Estate and Equities | Interview: Robert Costomiris, MIOYM
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In this episode, Matt and Dr. Ben interview Robert Costomiris, President of MIOYM Equities, on how real estate brokers can leverage equity investment opportunities. Connect with Robert on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertcostomiris/ Whenever you are ready here are a number of ways we can help :) Schedule 10 Minute Strategy Session with M…
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Lauren Teague talks about 'second fan fashion'
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Lauren Teague returns! Lauren is the CEO of FanWgn. She has created an idea that is called "Second Fan Fashion" and it is very cool. FanWgn ties together a few of Lauren's favorite things: Sports Fashion Tech Sustainability In this episode, we talk about Lauren's career path and how she went from an employee to a sole business to a founder. We hit …
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Chris Pantani teaches us that brand activations still matter
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My guest today is Chris Pantani. Chris is the GM of the NY Mavericks of the Professional Bull Riders. We talk about bull riding and why there is now a professional bull riding team representing New York City. I find out that there is a long history of professional bull riding in NYC. We also talk about the makeup of bullriding, the history of the s…
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Real Estate Recruiting: Do You Treat Them Like Independent Contractors?
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In this episode Matt and Dr. Ben talk about the treating your agents like independent contractors while still keeping them as a part of your culture. Whenever you are ready here are a number of ways we can help :) Schedule 10 Minute Strategy Session with Matt https://brokerpreneurpodcast.com/grow-my-brokerage/ Join us Every Friday for our Free Brok…
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Let's celebrate the 200th episode of 'The Business of Fun'
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Today is the 200th episode of 'The Business of Fun' podcast! You didn't think I would not have something special prepared, did you? I will share some lessons learned and some things I'm thinking about and paying attention to. You can come work with me in NYC on September 4th, 2024...I've recreated 'Fans For Life' for the current world we live in. F…
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Real Estate Recruiting: What Good Is A Burned Out Agent?
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In this episode Matt and Dr. Ben talk about how easy it is for an agent to get burned out in the industry. Especially with everything going on right now. Whenever you are ready here are a number of ways we can help :) Schedule 10 Minute Strategy Session with Matt https://brokerpreneurpodcast.com/grow-my-brokerage/ Join us Every Friday for our Free …
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Real Estate Recruiting: Can You Really Motivate An Agent As A Broker?
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In this episode Matt and Dr. Ben talk about motivation vs. discipline. Can you really motivate your agents? Whenever you are ready here are a number of ways we can help :) Schedule 10 Minute Strategy Session with Matt https://brokerpreneurpodcast.com/grow-my-brokerage/ Join us Every Friday for our Free Brokerpreneur Not So Secret Society Mastermind…
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Real Estate Recruiting: How Virtual Workshops Help With Recruiting & Retention
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In this episode Matt and Dr. Ben discuss the appeal of virtual workshops and how you can use them to add tremendous value to your agents and recruits. Whenever you are ready here are a number of ways we can help :) Schedule 10 Minute Strategy Session with Matt https://brokerpreneurpodcast.com/grow-my-brokerage/ Join us Every Friday for our Free Bro…
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Real Estate Recruiting: Do Recruits Know The Good Things Agents Say About You?
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In this real estate recruiting video, we discuss whether recruits know the good things agents say about you. Learn how to attract and retain top real estate talent for brokerage growth! Whenever you are ready here are a number of ways we can help :) Schedule 10 Minute Strategy Session with Matt https://brokerpreneurpodcast.com/grow-my-brokerage/ Jo…
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Real Estate Recruiting: Being Resilient In A Changing Industry
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In this episode we talk about the big changes happening in the real estate industry but how you can overcome them all and still come out on top in the end. Whenever you are ready here are a number of ways we can help :) Schedule 10 Minute Strategy Session with Matt https://brokerpreneurpodcast.com/grow-my-brokerage/ Join us Every Friday for our Fre…
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Real Estate Recruiting: How Global Stats Impact Your Recruiting Success
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Knowing your local, and national real estate stats is very important, but should you pay attention to global statistics as well? In this episode we tell you why you should and how it can impact your success with real estate recruiting. Whenever you are ready here are a number of ways we can help :) Schedule 10 Minute Strategy Session with Matt http…
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Real Estate Recruiting: How Negotiation Skills Can Help You Recruit The Best Agents
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Learn how negotiation skills can help you recruit the best real estate agents for your brokerage. Watch this video to discover effective strategies for real estate agent recruiting and brokerage growth. Whenever you are ready here are a number of ways we can help :) Schedule 10 Minute Strategy Session with Matt https://brokerpreneurpodcast.com/grow…
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Real Estate Recruiting: How CMAs Can Help You Recruit Agents
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We discuss how to leverage your knowledge of CMA's to recruit more agents to your brokerage. Whenever you are ready here are a number of ways we can help :) Schedule 10 Minute Strategy Session with Matt https://brokerpreneurpodcast.com/grow-my-brokerage/ Join us Every Friday for our Free Brokerpreneur Not So Secret Society Mastermind! https://www.b…
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Solene Jimenez teaches us about the culture of sales in the arts...
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My guest today is Solene Jimenez. She is Head of International Development for arenametrix. www.arenametrix.com This is Solene's first podcast appearance and we had a good time. Of course, she didn't tell me it was her first podcast until we'd finished recording. I like to make the first podcast appearance fun and easy for folks. We talked about cu…
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Real Estate Recruiting: How Your Local Community Can Grow Your Brokerage
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We talk a lot about community inside your brokerage. Today we are discussing how your local community can also help you with your real estate recruiting. Whenever you are ready here are a number of ways we can help :) Schedule 10 Minute Strategy Session with Matt https://brokerpreneurpodcast.com/grow-my-brokerage/ Join us Every Friday for our Free …
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Real Estate Recruiting: Staying Ahead Of The Changes To Recruit More Agents
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Stay ahead of the changes in real estate recruiting with our tips on how to recruit more agents. Learn how to forecast and adapt to the shifting landscape of the real estate industry. Whenever you are ready here are a number of ways we can help :) Schedule 10 Minute Strategy Session with Matt https://brokerpreneurpodcast.com/grow-my-brokerage/ Join…
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Escaping Distraction With Real Estate Recruiting
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In this video, learn how to escape distractions in real estate recruiting and stay focused on your goals. Say goodbye to distractions and hello to success! Whenever you are ready here are a number of ways we can help :) Schedule 10 Minute Strategy Session with Matt https://brokerpreneurpodcast.com/grow-my-brokerage/ Join us Every Friday for our Fre…
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Real Estate Recruiting: Growing Your Brokerage With Email!
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Email is a must when it comes to recruiting but are you doing it correctly? Let's discuss it in this episode! Whenever you are ready here are a number of ways we can help :) Schedule 10 Minute Strategy Session with Matt https://brokerpreneurpodcast.com/grow-my-brokerage/ Join us Every Friday for our Free Brokerpreneur Not So Secret Society Mastermi…
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Real Estate Recruiting: Mastering The Art Of Talking To Agents
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Are you a real estate broker looking to expand your brokerage and take it to the next level? Welcome to our latest video, "Real Estate Recruiting: Mastering The Art Of Talking To Agents." In this episode, we delve into the strategies and techniques essential for successful agent recruitment, tailored specifically for brokerage owners like you. Recr…
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The Mentor Advantage: Skyrocketing Your Real Estate Investing
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In this episode, Matt and Dr. Ben interview Michael Petrone, Founder & CEO of Real Estate Conversions, about the key traits to look for in a great real estate mentor and the immense value a mentor brings to accelerate your success. Connect with Michael Petrone here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-petrone-mba-02409018 Whenever you are ready her…
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Real Estate Recruiting: Your Tech Has A Place In Your Success
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In this episode we discuss technology and how it needs to live in its own lane when you are recruiting real estate agents. Whenever you are ready here are a number of ways we can help :) Schedule 10 Minute Strategy Session with Matt https://brokerpreneurpodcast.com/grow-my-brokerage/ Join us Every Friday for our Free Brokerpreneur Not So Secret Soc…
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Alasdair Crawley says sports business is at a crossroads...
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I have a good conversation for you today with Alasdair Crawley from FanBase. We had a great time talking about sports business including: Why sports business is at a crossroads. The challenge of getting the basics right. Data v. research Balancing the short term and long term in fanbase building. The power of experience... And, much more. I'm going…
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The Secret Differentiator: The Stratospheric Success Factor for Brokers & Realtors
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In this episode, Matt and Dr. Ben interview Bob Burg, Author and Speaker, about what separates good brokers and realtors from stratospherically successful ones. Whenever you are ready here are a number of ways we can help :) Schedule 10 Minute Strategy Session with Matt https://brokerpreneurpodcast.com/grow-my-brokerage/ Join us Every Friday for ou…
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Expert Tips for Cultivating Growth in Real Estate Recruiting
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Recruiting real estate agents requires a culture of growth. What does that mean? That's what we are talking about on this episode of Brokerpreneur Podcast. Whenever you are ready here are a number of ways we can help :) Schedule 10 Minute Strategy Session with Matt https://brokerpreneurpodcast.com/grow-my-brokerage/ Join us Every Friday for our Fre…
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Dr. Bijoy John Teaches Us About Our Superpower: SLEEP!
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I haven't always been a champion sleeper. Like a lot of my friends, I haven't always had a regular bedtime due to work, school, social life, whatever. In college, at the University of Alabama, I couldn't be torn from the things going on in my dorm. I was so excited to see everything...I didn't want to miss a thing. Later on, I was working 3 or more…
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Real Estate Recruiting: Driving Profits To Your Bottomline
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Recruiting real estate agents requires you to wear many hats at the same time. In this episode we dive into your per agent productivity and recruiting to take a simple action that can drastically impact your profitability. Whenever you are ready here are a number of ways we can help :) Schedule 10 Minute Strategy Session with Matt https://brokerpre…
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Real Estate Recruiting: How Your Profit And Loss Cause Your Recruiting To Shift
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Real estate recruiting can be tough, but it doesn't have to be. When the market shifts and directly impacts your finances, the numbers you pay attention to with recruiting need to shift as well. Whenever you are ready here are a number of ways we can help :) Schedule 10 Minute Strategy Session with Matt https://brokerpreneurpodcast.com/grow-my-brok…
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Real Estate Recruiting: Is Your Follow Up Killing Your Results?
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We know that follow up is important when recruiting real estate agents. But follow up can be difficult with all of the distractions of being a real estate broker. The key is keeping it simple and ensuring it gets done even if you can't be the one to do it. Whenever you are ready here are a number of ways we can help :) Schedule 10 Minute Strategy S…
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Real Estate Recruiting: What And When To Delegate To Grow Your Brokerage
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Being a real estate broker is hard enough as it is. Much less having to be a professional recruiter on top of that. Of course when recruiting real estate agents the broker must be involved, but what can he/she delegate to their staff or even their agents? That's what we discuss on this episode of Brokerpreneur Podcast. Whenever you are ready here a…
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Real Estate Recruiting: Smile & Dial Pt. 2 [Brokerpreneur Byte]
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In this Brokerpreneur Byte episode, Matt and Dr. Ben talk about smiling while dialing your recruiting calls. Whenever you are ready here are a number of ways we can help :) Schedule 10 Minute Strategy Session with Matt https://brokerpreneurpodcast.com/grow-my-brokerage/ Join us Every Friday for our Free Brokerpreneur Not So Secret Society Mastermin…
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In this Brokerpreneur Byte episode, Matt and Dr. Ben talk about strategies to connect, collaborate, and cultivate success with a select group of vendors in the real estate industry. Whenever you are ready here are a number of ways we can help :) Schedule 10 Minute Strategy Session with Matt https://brokerpreneurpodcast.com/grow-my-brokerage/ Join u…
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Brian Hess doesn't put much validity in the numbers of the proposed new Northern VA arena.
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Today's episode is personal because it is about the proposed arena in Northern VA. My guest is Brian Hess from I Street Advisors. Like me, Brian lives in the area. We discuss the arena at length: The nature of the market and where attendance comes from. Public subsidies. The 50/50 bet at the heart of the deal. Whether or not the District's offer to…
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Real Estate Recruiting Success Can't Live Or Die On Your Discipline
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Real estate recruiting is hard enough. If it succeeds solely based on your discipline, your strategy is not going to work long term. If you want to recruit real estate agents, you need to find a way that is simple and can be done in a very short amount of time if your day gets taken over by other real estate broker activities. Whenever you are read…
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Real Estate Recruiting Isn't Commission and Support
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Real estate recruiting is believed to be all about the commission split. If not it's supposed to be all about support. Of course when recruiting real estate agents you have to discuss those but what you say through the recruiting process is so important. Whenever you are ready here are a number of ways we can help :) Schedule 10 Minute Strategy Ses…
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[Brokerpreneur Byte] Abandon Vs. Adapt Pt.2
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In this Brokerpreneur Byte episode, Matt and Dr. Ben discuss the decision we make between adapting and abandoning in our real estate recruitment. Whenever you are ready here are a number of ways we can help :) Schedule 10 Minute Strategy Session with Matt https://brokerpreneurpodcast.com/grow-my-brokerage/ Join us Every Friday for our Free Brokerpr…
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[Brokerpreneur Byte] Are You Coachable? Pt.2
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In this Brokerpreneur Byte episode, Matt and Dr. Ben discuss the importance of being coachable. Whenever you are ready here are a number of ways we can help :) Schedule 10 Minute Strategy Session with Matt https://brokerpreneurpodcast.com/grow-my-brokerage/ Join us Every Friday for our Free Brokerpreneur Not So Secret Society Mastermind! https://ww…
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In this Brokerpreneur Byte episode, Matt and Dr. Ben talk about smiling while dialing your recruiting calls. Whenever you are ready here are a number of ways we can help :) Schedule 10 Minute Strategy Session with Matt https://brokerpreneurpodcast.com/grow-my-brokerage/ Join us Every Friday for our Free Brokerpreneur Not So Secret Society Mastermin…
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How To Stay Ahead In Recruiting Real Estate Agents
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Real Estate recruiting can be a roller coaster, but it doesn't have to be. Listen to this episode and learn how to stay ahead in any market shift. Whenever you are ready here are a number of ways we can help :) Schedule 10 Minute Strategy Session with Matt https://brokerpreneurpodcast.com/grow-my-brokerage/ Join us Every Friday for our Free Brokerp…
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In this Brokerpreneur Byte episode, Matt and Dr. Ben discuss the decision we make between adapting and abandoning in our real estate recruitment. Whenever you are ready here are a number of ways we can help :) Schedule 10 Minute Strategy Session with Matt https://brokerpreneurpodcast.com/grow-my-brokerage/ Join us Every Friday for our Free Brokerpr…
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