Secrets Of The Top 100 Agents

The much anticipated REB Deal Makers, partnered by Gough Recruitment, for 2017 has been released! Tune into this podcast as host Tim Neary is joined by Phil Tarrant to discuss out who topped this year’s list and what made them the countries best deal markers for real estate! FOLLOW US: Did you like this episode? Show your support by rating us or leaving a review on iTunes (The Secrets of the Top 100 Agents) 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 your voice to the show, email editor@realestatebusiness.com.au for more insight! iTunes: apple.co/2yvaRZK Facebook: bit.ly/2gr90k8 Twitter: bit.ly/2gryU77 LinkedIn: bit.ly/2yqssV8 www.realestatebusiness.com.au

Ranked 34 in the Top 50 Women in Real Estate ranking 2017, Claudia Portale joins host Tim Neary to discuss how she has overcome challenges to reach the top after only four years in the industry. The Neutral Bay McGrath Estate Agent explains why vendors choose her and what her point of difference is - as well as the simple things she learnt early in her career that make a big difference now! You will also find out: • Why she uses personalised marketing • The best piece of advice he ever got • How understanding her clients’ needs is the cornerstone of her success FOLLOW US: Did you like this episode? Show your support by rating us or leaving a review on iTunes (The Secrets of the Top 100 Agents) 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 your voice to the show, email editor@realestatebusiness.com.au for more insight! iTunes: apple.co/2yvaR

National Head of Residential and Commercial Real Estate at Macquarie Bank, Innes Kirkwood, explains why their benchmarking projects are integral to real estate agents. Mr Innes reveals all - including commercial changes, tech advances why the new Action Pay platform will reshape the industry. You will also find out: • Why resisting tech change is a HUGE mistake • What the real estate space will look like as it evolves • Why mobile payment platforms are the way of the future FOLLOW US: Did you like this episode? Show your support by rating us or leaving a review on iTunes (The Secrets of the Top 100 Agents) 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 your voice to the show, email editor@realestatebusiness.com.au for more insight! iTunes: apple.co/2yvaRZK Facebook: bit.ly/2gr90k8 Twitter: bit.ly/2gryU77 LinkedIn: bit.ly/2yqssV8 www.realesta

Honesty and transparency are the strongest ideals for Epping McGrath Estate Agent, Betty Ockerlander, allowing her to differentiate from the competition. Ranked 8th in The top 50 Women and 34th in the Top 100 Agents, Betty reveals her secrets mastered over 24 years, including prioritising “dollar productive stuff”, minor tweeks to suit the client and how she instigates discipline on herself and her team. You will also find out: • What being an agent means to her • How to create a relationship with vendors • How to minimise stress FOLLOW US: Did you like this episode? Show your support by rating us or leaving a review on iTunes (The Secrets of the Top 100 Agents) 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 your voice to the show, email editor@realestatebusiness.com.au for more insight! iTunes: apple.co/2yvaRZK Facebook: bit.ly/2gr90k8 Twit

Ranked 10th in the Top 50 Women in Real Estate ranking, Laing & Simmons Double Bay agent D’Leanne Lewis joins Tim Neary to discuss her journey in the industry, and how she has overcome the negative titles agents have gained over the years. D’Leanne reveals the skills she uses to stay afloat in a competitive environment, her interpretations of her clients and how she visualises them, the ups and downs she faced throughout her 25-year journey and why she believed “there is no excuse for bad behaviour.” You also find out: • How treating people equally has driven success • How to convert solid database work into sales • How to embrace change and to turn it into better business FOLLOW US: Did you like this episode? Show your support by rating us or leaving a review on iTunes (The Secrets of the Top 100 Agents) 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’

In this episode of Secrets of the Top 100 Agents, host Tim Neary is joined by founder and director of boutique digital marketing agency Chronicle Republic, Tiffany Wilson to discuss why you should hire a social media expert for your agency. Tiffany reveals the challenges agents face when using social media as a marketing platform and how to get it to differentiate you from your competitors, and connect you with your audience. In this episode find out: • Why you should specialise on your product • How to know if you’re getting a good result on your marketing • Why all agents should embrace social media Tune in now to hear all this and much, much more in this episode of Secrets of the Top 100 Agents! www.realestatebusiness.com.au

In this episode of Secrets of the Top 100 Agents, host Tim Neary is joined by Evolve Styling team Tanya and Edward Giuffre and Savills sales executive William Chan to talk about the difference property styling can have on your property for potential buyers. They reveal the secrets to creating a connection between the property and potential buyers as they believe “when people are looking to buy a house, they're looking to buy a lifestyle or a dream” as well as the importance of repurposing space to add more value. You also find out: - The levels of home styling - Maximising return on investments - How commitment will get you the best result www.realestatebusiness.com.au

In this episode of Secrets of the Top 100 Agents, Tim Neary is joined with Momentum Media director Alex Whitlock to discuss his personal experiences and challenges faced when selling and buying his home. Alex recaps his first experience of selling how own home as well as the experiences he had with selling agents and buying agents and how his own experience as a sales man has impacted his experiences with selling agents. In this episode, find out: - His decision making process when choosing agents - The positive impact of keeping in touch - How trust grew from small beginnings www.realestatebusiness.com.au

Ranked 27 in this year’s Top 100 Agents, Chris Hassall reveals the sacrifices he made in becoming one of the top agents in the country, and how why you need a little ‘mongrel’ to become the best. In this episode you will find out: The essential dialogue you need to build your career How the growth of juniors has changed for the better How to grow your business through building a world-class database, and setting achievable goals

In this episode of the Secrets of the Top 100 Agents, Tim Neary talks to McGrath Estate Agent, Piers van Hamburg who is ranked 39 about his controversial new blog about the industry’s dollar obsession. Piers explains the competitive nature of the industry, how agents can adapt to deal with tougher markets, how you can balance “mongrel” with doing the right thing and the long term value of focusing on what is right for the client. FOLLOW US: Did you like this episode? Show your support by rating us or leaving a review on iTunes (The Secrets of the Top 100 Agents) 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 your voice to the show, email editor@realestatebusiness.com.au for more insight! iTunes: apple.co/2yvaRZK Facebook: bit.ly/2gr90k8 Twitter: bit.ly/2gryU77 LinkedIn: bit.ly/2yqssV8 www.realestatebusiness.com.au

In this episode of Secrets of the Top 100 Agents, Tim Neary talks to Melbourne agent Nancy Hu, who placed 42nd in this year’s Top 100 Agents ranking. While there are no shortcuts in real estate, Nancy says the secret to success is loving what you do. Tune in as she runs through a day in the life of a top sales agent and reveals how determination, a passion for her craft and a positive attitude won her more business over the long term. In this episode, find out: - Why it’s not what you do, but how you do it - What a good agent should know about their market - Why your passion will win you business FOLLOW US: Did you like this episode? Show your support by rating us or leaving a review on iTunes (The Secrets of the Top 100 Agents) 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 your voice to the show, email editor@realestatebusiness.com.au for

Partnered by Macquarie, the much anticipated REB Top 50 Women in Real Estate ranking for 2017 has been released. To find out who topped this year’s list, listen here! FOLLOW US: Did you like this episode? Show your support by rating us or leaving a review on iTunes (The Secrets of the Top 100 Agents) 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 your voice to the show, email editor@realestatebusiness.com.au for more insight! iTunes: apple.co/2yvaRZK Facebook: bit.ly/2gr90k8 Twitter: bit.ly/2gryU77 LinkedIn: bit.ly/2yqssV8 www.realestatebusiness.com.au

Peter Gordon from Cobden & Hayson – Balmain joins the Secrets of the Top 100 Agents podcast to discuss his humble beginnings in real estate and why taking a long-term view of the industry enabled him to excel in his career. Tune in as he and host Tim Neary discuss what it takes to work a database “technically”, the importance of having thick skin in the face of rejection, as well as his thoughts on working with an agency versus working for oneself. In this episode, find out: - Why real estate is a people business - Peter’s do’s and don’ts for working with a team - Why a good sales agent will balance the personal with the technical FOLLOW US: Did you like this episode? Show your support by rating us or leaving a review on iTunes (The Secrets of the Top 100 Agents) 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 your voice to the show, emai

In this episode of Secrets of the Top 100 Agents, BresicWhitney agent Catherine Dixon reveals how she found her niche and became an expert in her field. While she’s not an agent who sells the most, Catherine’s an agent who knows her community inside and out. Tune in to hear how utilising her educational qualifications, establishing her point of difference and aligning her skillset with the needs of her local community enabled this agent to truly connect with clients. In this episode, find out: - How agents can better resonate with their community - Why agents need to stop giving their power away to agencies - Catherine's tips on how agents can establish their point of difference FOLLOW US: Did you like this episode? Show your support by rating us or leaving a review on iTunes (The Secrets of the Top 100 Agents) 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 yo

David Walker says he’s holding himself accountable – win or lose, the overall success of his real estate career rests entirely on the efforts of he and his team. In this episode of Secrets of the Top 100 Agents, the Ray White agent reveals the mental shift that pushed him to succeed in real estate, how he’ll pound the pavement to take his career to the next level, as well as his thoughts on celebrating losses in one’s career and why learning from them will help make you a stronger agent. In this episode, find out: - How you can avoid getting ahead of yourself by setting goals - While knowing your competitors will help keep you at the top of your game - The importance of believing in yourself as the best agent for your vendor FOLLOW US: Did you like this episode? Show your support by rating us or leaving a review on iTunes (The Secrets of the Top 100 Agents) 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, an

In this episode of Secrets of the Top 100 Agents, host Tim Neary talks to WA-based agent Vivien Yap, who placed at number 14 in this year’s ranking. Driven to succeed, Vivien stands at the forefront of her business and negotiates every single transaction that comes her way – but she can’t do it alone. Tune in to hear how she and her team work together to continuously optimise operations, why defining job roles enables them to work at top speed, and why she believes being open to change is critical to remaining relevant in real estate. In this episode, find out: - Why one’s team is often the backbone of the business - The importance of learning from your mistakes - Why defining job roles enables agents to work more effectively FOLLOW US: Did you like this episode? Show your support by rating us or leaving a review on iTunes (The Secrets of the Top 100 Agents) 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, a

Competition in real estate is “electric”, says Raine & Horne’s Ric Serrao, who adds that it has never been more important for agents to differentiate themselves from their competitors in the industry. In this episode of Secrets of the Top 100 Agents, the number five-ranked agent joins host Tim Neary to give listeners the inside track on how he effectively prepares for and manages listings presentations, as well as how building a rapport with clients and truly personalising each experience has allowed Ric to source business from his competitors in real estate. In this episode, find out: - Why vendors trust confident figures in real estate - The importance of preparation for successful listings presentations - Why agents needs to differentiate themselves to succeed FOLLOW US: Did you like this episode? Show your support by rating us or leaving a review on iTunes (The Secrets of the Top 100 Agents) and by liking and following Real Estate Business on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have a

There’s no such thing as an “off switch” in real estate – so says McGrath agent Marnie Seinor, who came in at number 78 in this year’s ranking. She joins host Tim Neary for this episode of Secrets of the Top 100 Agents to explain why she runs a tight ship, and how doing so enables her to effectively manage client expectations while also meeting personal commitments. You’ll also hear how Marnie successfully built a reputation in her local marketplace by leveraging close relationships and giving back to the community. In this episode, find out: - How Marnie harnessed social media and video within the business - The importance of managing a “clean” database - What a top-ranked agent looks for in support staff FOLLOW US: Did you like this episode? Show your support by rating us or leaving a review on iTunes (The Secrets of the Top 100 Agents) 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 interes

In this episode of Secrets of the Top 100 Agents, Robert Pignataro joins host Tim Neary to explain how he increased his personal database by 50 per cent in just five years! Low interest rates and a strong housing market were instrumental to Robert connecting with new clients, but that’s not all. The Strathfield Partners founder reveals how harnessing social media, tailoring his marketing strategy to the right demographic and a consistent work ethic not only grew his database, but led him to rank amongst the top 10 in real estate! In this episode, find out: - Why no property is unsellable - The importance of leveraging the local community - Why agents should keep an open mind when working with vendors FOLLOW US: Did you like this episode? Show your support by rating us or leaving a review on iTunes (The Secrets of the Top 100 Agents) 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

In this episode of Secrets of the Top 100 Agents, editor Tim Neary talks to Marshall White's James Tostevin who placed second in this year’s ranking. Despite his numerous achievements, James says he’s far from an overnight success story. Tune in to hear why it took this agent the best part of a decade to find his footing and how high energy levels, effective time management and an appetite for success drove him to ultimately grow his business. In this episode, find out: - How James changed gears to find a work/life balance - Why asking for feedback was critical to improving his work - The importance of establishing your point of difference in the industry FOLLOW US: Did you like this episode? Show your support by rating us or leaving a review on iTunes (The Secrets of the Top 100 Agents) 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 your vo