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Mario Eldin has a lifelong love for sales and a passion for digital marketing. He practiced real estate in his native New York City before recently relocating to Orange County, California. Today on Stay Paid, Mario discusses his journey, from hustling in Brooklyn’s competitive rental market to working with expired listings and FSBOs in California. Follow Our Guest: Mario Eldin https://www.presentfinancialre.com/realestate www.instagram.com/marioeldin   Visit our website to get more resources and back episodes! https://remindermedia.com/podcast/ Follow Luke Acree: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lukeacree Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lukeacreeRM/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lukeacree   Follow ReminderMedia: Twitter: https://twitter.com/remindermedia  Facebook: https://facebook.com/RMconnect     Visit www.remindermedia.com to generate more referrals and repeat business.

Ricky Carruth is the number one RE/MAX agent in Alabama, as well as the author of two books: List to Last: How to Survive Every Real Estate Market Crash, and Zero to Diamond: Become a Million Dollar Real Estate Agent. Zero to Diamond is also the name of his free real estate coaching company, which he uses to share his expertise with thousands of agents across the globe. Today on Stay Paid, Ricky discusses the relationship-based approach that continues to net him dozens of closed deals each year.   Follow Our Guest: Ricky Carruth https://zerotodiamond.com/ https://www.instagram.com/rickycarruth/ Visit our website to get more resources and back episodes! https://remindermedia.com/podcast/ Follow Luke Acree: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lukeacree Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lukeacreeRM/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lukeacree   Follow ReminderMedia: Twitter: https://twitter.com/remindermedia  Facebook: https://facebook.com/RMconnect     Visit www.remindermedia.com to generate more

Perry Marshall is a world-renowned business consultant and author of Ultimate Guide to Google AdWords—the top selling book, worldwide, on internet advertising. More recently, he reinvented how the 80/20 principle is used in the business world. Today on Stay Paid, Perry discusses how you can use the 80/20 rule to maximize your profits and eliminate waste. Follow Our Guest: Perry Marshall https://www.sell8020.com  https://www.facebook.com/perrymarshallcom Visit our website to get more resources and back episodes! https://remindermedia.com/podcast/ Follow Luke Acree: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lukeacree Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lukeacreeRM/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lukeacree   Follow ReminderMedia: Twitter: https://twitter.com/remindermedia  Facebook: https://facebook.com/RMconnect     Visit www.remindermedia.com to generate more referrals and repeat business.

Daniel Collison is a certified financial planner and in-demand coach with more than 25 years of experience in his field. He’s also the author of the book, The Financial Advisor’s Guide to Excellence. Today on Stay Paid, Daniel offers strategies for pain-free prospecting and discusses how financial advisors can get referrals without needing to ask.   Follow Our Guest: Daniel Collison https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielcollison/ https://www.facebook.com/advice2advisors/  Visit our website to get more resources and back episodes! https://remindermedia.com/podcast/ Follow Luke Acree: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lukeacree Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lukeacreeRM/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lukeacree   Follow ReminderMedia: Twitter: https://twitter.com/remindermedia  Facebook: https://facebook.com/RMconnect     Visit www.remindermedia.com to generate more referrals and repeat business.

Dex Lipovic is a leading Manhattan real estate broker, better known as Dex and the City. He’s been featured on Million Dollar Listing New York and on the cover of the Wall Street Journal Real Estate section. Social media is one of the biggest drivers of his business, because he’s learned to truly embody his brand. Today on Stay Paid, Dex joins hosts Luke and Josh to discuss the strategies that have propelled him to success in one of the country’s most competitive markets. Follow Our Guest: Dex Lipovic https://www.facebook.com/Dexandthecity0  https://www.instagram.com/dexandthecity_ Visit our website to get more resources and back episodes! https://remindermedia.com/podcast/ Follow Luke Acree: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lukeacree Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lukeacreeRM/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lukeacree   Follow ReminderMedia: Twitter: https://twitter.com/remindermedia  Facebook: https://facebook.com/RMconnect     Visit www.remindermedia.com to generate more referrals and

Mahsheed Barghisavar is the owner of Mahsheed Real Estate, LLC in Las Vegas, Nevada. Since 2006, she’s garnered over $100 million in sales—ranking in the top 3% of REALTORS® in Las Vegas. Today on Stay Paid, Mahsheed joins Luke and Josh to talk about how connecting with the right people now can mean big returns for your business for years to come.  Follow Our Guest: Mahsheed Barghisavar https://www.facebook.com/MAHSHEEDREALESTATE https://www.instagram.com/mahsheedb Visit our website to get more resources and back episodes! https://remindermedia.com/podcast/ Follow Luke Acree: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lukeacree Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lukeacreeRM/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lukeacree   Follow ReminderMedia: Twitter: https://twitter.com/remindermedia  Facebook: https://facebook.com/RMconnect     Visit www.remindermedia.com to generate more referrals and repeat business.

Today on Stay Paid, Luke and Josh are joined by Keith Wilson, assistant vice president of Securitas Insurance Partners. Keith discusses how he’s grown his sphere through LinkedIn, organizing networking events, and consistently providing value to everyone he meets. Follow Our Guest: Keith Wilson https://www.linkedin.com/in/keithwilsonsec/ http://securitasinsurancepartners.com/  Visit our website to get more resources and back episodes! https://remindermedia.com/podcast/ Follow Luke Acree: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lukeacree Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lukeacreeRM/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lukeacree   Follow ReminderMedia: Twitter: https://twitter.com/remindermedia  Facebook: https://facebook.com/RMconnect     Visit www.remindermedia.com to generate more referrals and repeat business.

Jackie Fischer is a REALTOR® with 18 years of experience and over 1,500 families served. What’s even more impressive: nearly all of those customers came from repeat business and referrals. Today on Stay Paid, Jackie joins Luke and Josh to discuss how she grew her client base almost entirely through word-of-mouth referrals, thanks to her genuine long-term interest in her customers.     Follow Our Guest: Jackie Fischer https://www.facebook.com/JackieFischerRealtor/  https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackie-knows-real-estate/ Visit our website to get more resources and back episodes! https://remindermedia.com/podcast/ Follow Luke Acree: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lukeacree Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lukeacreeRM/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lukeacree   Follow ReminderMedia: Twitter: https://twitter.com/remindermedia  Facebook: https://facebook.com/RMconnect     Visit www.remindermedia.com to generate more referrals and repeat business.

From the initial pickup line to nurturing a long-term relationship, sales and dating really do have a lot more in common than you might think. In this special Valentine’s Day episode of Stay Paid, Josh and Luke offer suggestions for breaking the ice, building rapport, and creating lasting, meaningful relationships. No swiping required! Visit our website to get more resources and back episodes! https://remindermedia.com/podcast/ Follow Luke Acree: https://www.instagram.com/lukeacree https://www.linkedin.com/in/lukeacree https://www.facebook.com/lukeacreeRM Follow ReminderMedia: https://twitter.com/remindermedia https://facebook.com/RMconnect Visit www.remindermedia.com to generate more referrals and repeat business.

Willie Mandrell is the broker and founder of the Mandrell Company, a brokerage which focuses on the micro-niche of multi-family real estate investment in the Boston metropolitan area. He also founded Boston Wealth Builders, a group of investors interested in creating long-term wealth through real estate investment. In this week’s episode of Stay Paid, Luke Acree and Josh Stike meet with Mandrell to discuss the importance of finding a niche within your local real estate market. Follow Our Guest: Willie J. Mandrell https://www.facebook.com/WMandrell/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/wjmandrell/ Visit our website to get more resources and back episodes! https://remindermedia.com/podcast/ Follow Luke Acree: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lukeacree Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lukeacreeRM/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lukeacree   Follow ReminderMedia: Twitter: https://twitter.com/remindermedia  Facebook: https://facebook.com/RMconnect     Visit www.remindermedia.com to generate more referral

You may think you know just what to do when you start work every day. But do you know your “Why?” What is your motivating factor for success? For ReminderMedia’s #1 inside sales rep of 2018, Joe Frazier, Jr., that “Why” is his daughter, Sage. When he needs a little bit of an extra push, he looks at a photo of Sage and remembers why he’s doing what he does each day. In this episode of Stay Paid, Joe sits down with hosts Luke and Josh to discuss his personal sales philosophy, the importance of mentorship, and the book that changed the way he starts his day. Visit our website to get more resources and back episodes! https://remindermedia.com/podcast/ Follow Luke Acree: https://www.instagram.com/lukeacree https://www.linkedin.com/in/lukeacree https://www.facebook.com/lukeacreeRM Follow ReminderMedia: https://twitter.com/remindermedia https://facebook.com/RMconnect Visit www.remindermedia.com to generate more referrals and repeat business.

Are you giving your customers an experience they’ll remember? There’s a big difference between providing basic customer service and creating an exceptional experience that’s truly worth talking about. On this week’s episode of Stay Paid, hosts Josh Stike and Luke Acree are joined by Mike Graziola, the VP of Operations and Client Success for ReminderMedia. Now in his 14th year with the company, Mike shares what he’s learned about providing a customer experience that goes above and beyond. Key Points Get out of the “vendor mindset.” Customers will tell everybody about an amazing experience. Be proactive, not reactive. Get out of the vendor mindset. It’s an uncomfortable truth, but many basic customer service functions are able to be performed by computers. In the face of automation, the professionals who will succeed are the ones who can create a real, emotional connection with customers. When you view each customer interaction as just a transaction, you’re missing a chance to build a lasting, meaningful rela

For Stay Paid podcast, 2018 was a year full of great conversations. Hosts Joshua Stike and Luke Acree picked the brains of thought leaders of all stripes—from real estate moguls and financial experts to social media influencers and insurance agents. Earlier this week, we shared highlights from four of the year’s best interviews. Today, our look back at 2018 concludes with four more. Andy Dane Carter – Investment Specialist Full episode: https://remindermedia.com/podcast/interview-with-andy-dane-carter-how-to-remove-your-fear-and-commit-to-your-business/ Key Quote: “There are people that really want to know your journey.” Key Point: Posting 10-20 times per day to your Instagram Story increases your ranking in the algorithm and makes your posts more visible. In a matter of months, Andy Dane Carter grew his Instagram following exponentially. Following advice from his friend, entrepreneur Gary Vaynerchuk, he decided to focus his online strategy on the continually growing platform. When his initial attempts fail

For Stay Paid podcast, 2018 was a year full of great conversations. Hosts Joshua Stike and Luke Acree picked the brains of thought leaders from a variety of industries—from real estate moguls and marketing experts to social media influencers and motivational speakers. So, if you’re looking for some priceless nuggets of wisdom, get ready. This week’s episode of Stay Paid includes highlights from four of 2018’s best interviews. Eric Feng – Motivational Sales Speaker Full episode: https://remindermedia.com/podcast/interview-with-eric-feng-how-to-become-highly-sought-after-in-your-market/ Key Quote: “Until you become a somebody, nobody appreciates you.” Key Point: Before a person can give you their money, they need to give you their time. Today, Eric Feng is respected far and wide for his compelling speeches on sales and marketing topics, but his reputation didn’t always precede him. He tells the story of his transition from “just another trainer” to a world-renowned expert in his field—providing proof that, in

Are you satisfied with the results you’re getting from your marketing efforts? Considering all the money businesses sink into advertising, it’s unfortunate that those great expenditures—not to mention all that hard work—don’t always yield returns. That’s why it’s crucial that your marketing campaigns are deliberate, backed by research, and executed as planned. On this week’s “best of” episode of Stay Paid, you’ll find some of the best pieces of marketing advice shared on the show over the last 12 months. Episode 19 – Develop a Marketing Budget That Works Full episode: https://remindermedia.com/podcast/ep-19-develop-a-marketing-budget-that-works/ Key Point: Marketing isn’t always cheap, but it’s an investment. Think of your marketing budget as an investment in the future of your business. If you’re working a commission-based job, your marketing budget should be about 10% of your gross commission income, or GCI. (This may be even higher in your first year, as you need to spend money to get your name out there.

Did you know that 80% of New Year’s resolutions fail by the second week of February? If you don’t want to contribute to that number, it’s time to get serious about the goals you’d like to accomplish in 2019. Developing a marketing plan should be at the top of your to-do list. In this special “New Year’s Eve” episode of Stay Paid, Luke and Josh discuss the importance of a focused marketing budget, while offering some suggestions for reaching the audience you really want. Visit our website to get more resources and back episodes! https://remindermedia.com/podcast/ Follow Luke Acree: https://www.instagram.com/lukeacree https://www.linkedin.com/in/lukeacree https://www.facebook.com/lukeacreeRM Follow ReminderMedia: https://twitter.com/remindermedia https://facebook.com/RMconnect Visit www.remindermedia.com to generate more referrals and repeat business.

As anyone who’s done it knows, there’s no shortcut to becoming a great salesperson. It takes plenty of real world experience, not to mention the guidance of seasoned veterans who’ve spent years honing their craft. This special “best of” episode of Stay Paid highlights some of the most useful pieces of expertise shared on the show so far—touching on everything from the importance of cold calling to incorporating real emotion into your sales pitches. Episode 4 – Four Things Salespeople Should Do Daily: https://remindermedia.com/podcast/four-things-salespeople-should-do-daily/ Key Point: Begin your day by prospecting, since that’s when you have the most energy. Though it’s often the most awkward part of your job, networking with new people helps build your customer base. Prospecting for 1-2 hours each day, consistently, can lead to greater returns down the line. Similarly, it’s important to be engaged on social media—not just posting regularly, but also liking and commenting on what others have posted. Be auth

In this episode of Stay Paid, Josh and Luke chat with Chairman of Bill Good Marketing System, Bill Good: an author of two books, a marketing entrepreneur and a prospecting expert who gives his secrets on how to succeed in the business. Follow Our Guest: Bill Good Facebook | Bill Good Marketing Linkedin | Bill Good Visit our website to get more resources and back episodes! https://remindermedia.com/podcast/ Follow Luke Acree: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lukeacree Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lukeacreeRM/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lukeacree   Follow ReminderMedia: Twitter: https://twitter.com/remindermedia  Facebook: https://facebook.com/RMconnect     Visit www.remindermedia.com to generate more referrals and repeat business.

We all know it’s better to give than to receive, but in business, sometimes you have to give in order to see a return. The term “reciprocity effect” refers to the idea that by extending a gift or favor to clients, they are more likely to return the favor and do something for you, as well. It’s a basic human tendency. In this episode of Stay Paid, Luke and Josh discuss how you can apply the reciprocity effect to your business and marketing, and how to make sure your client gifts are appreciated. Visit our website to get more resources and back episodes! https://remindermedia.com/podcast/ Follow Luke Acree: https://www.instagram.com/lukeacree https://www.linkedin.com/in/lukeacree https://www.facebook.com/lukeacreeRM Follow ReminderMedia: https://twitter.com/remindermedia https://facebook.com/RMconnect Visit www.remindermedia.com to generate more referrals and repeat business.

Mike Cuevas, also known as the “Real Estate Dude,” started his career as an agent and a broker—seeing great success in both. He has since branched out to start his own marketing company, which specializes in personal branding services, content creation, websites, and video marketing—among others. In today’s episode of Stay Paid, Josh sits down with Cuevas to discuss the importance of building relationships to sustain leads and maximize profitability for your business. Follow Our Guest: Mike Cuevas Instagram: Mike Cuevas Facebook: Mike Cuevas Visit our website to get more resources and back episodes! https://remindermedia.com/podcast/ Follow Luke Acree: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lukeacree Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lukeacreeRM/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lukeacree   Follow ReminderMedia: Twitter: https://twitter.com/remindermedia  Facebook: https://facebook.com/RMconnect     Visit www.remindermedia.com to generate more referrals and repeat business.