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Ignite Your Estate Agency

By: Sam Ashdown & Phil Jones
  • Summary

  • Welcome to the Ignite Podcast, specifically designed to help estate agents ignite the growth of their agency, hosted by Sam Ashdown and Phil Jones. We'll share original content on all things marketing and agency related - from growth and lead generation, to creating and developing your personal brand and building a dream team. You'll hear from the biggest and best marketers, experts and agency coaches from around the world in exclusive interviews. And discover our top level tips, tricks and tactics that are designed to help YOU accelerate the growth of your business. About Sam and Phil: Sam and Phil are mother-in-law and son-in-lawn and co-directors of AshdownJones (the Lake District estate agency), AJ Mastermind (the home of world-class independent estate agency growth) and several other companies. Collectively they have a couple of decades of industry experience between them. We hope you enjoy the Ignite podcast. Let us know what you think by leaving a review. If you want to find out more about AJ Mastermind and what we can do for your agency go to: https://www.ajmastermind.co.uk

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Episodes
  • 158 What Makes a World-Class Mastermind? Sam Chats with Emma to Find Out
    May 3 2024

    Join us in this illuminating episode of the Ignite Podcast, where Emma, Aj’s ‘Chief Happiness Officer’, shares invaluable lessons from her extensive experience with our AJ Mastermind members.

    Dive deep into real-life success stories, such as Olivia’s strategic mastery in high-value property markets and Simon’s bold leap out of his comfort zone. These narratives aren’t just inspiring—they're a roadmap to cultivating a top performer’s mindset!

    Learn from Michael Mortimer’s insights into team dynamics to Ben’s exemplary grit and accountability - discover each person’s success and understanding of what it takes to excel in today’s competitive property market.

    Unlock the power of self-awareness, the art of effective communication, and the crucial balance of hard work and strategic thinking. Whether you’re a seasoned agent or just starting, Emma’s guidance will light your way to success.

    Tune in to absorb the collective wisdom of the AJ Mastermind community members, learn the secrets to leveraging your strengths, and transform challenges into milestones.

    IGNITE your agency now!

    When you’re ready here are 3 ways we can help you to IGNITE your agency:

    1. Come see behind the scenes of AshdownJones in Windermere on this unique and FREE day! Book your spot here www.ajmastermind.co.uk/btsday

    2. Listen to another episode: https://podtail.com/it/podcast/ignite-your-estate-agency/

    3. Request an AJ Mastermind brochure by calling 015394 40892 or emailing emma@ajmastermind.co.uk


    Ask your questions to Sam Or Phil: sam@ajmastermind.co.uk OR Phil@ashdownjones.co.uk

    Engage with ambitious agency owners and grow your business by visiting our private Mastermind Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ajmmforagencygrowth

    If you have any questions please get in touch. Also, make sure you check out our upcoming events at: www.ajmastermind.co.uk/events


    Some key takeaways:

    ➡️ Embracing an open mindset and the willingness to adapt and try new strategies are key factors in driving agency growth and success.

    ➡️ The power of self-awareness and effective team communication is essential for personal development and maintaining strong client relationships.

    ➡️ Active participation and engagement in mastermind groups, along with balancing hard work with strategic planning, can lead to significant personal and financial growth within your agency.

    Some great moments:

    ✅ “The main difference is your mindset is between people that go in with - I'm going to give this my all, I'm going to listen to everything you say!”


    ✅ “If you're going to pursue actively pursue the high-value homes market, you can't then counter that by going oh, but I'll just put a little 80 grand one on the market.”


    ✅ “We committed to speaking for two weeks every day at four o'clock, and every day at four o'clock, Zack would have updates!”

























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    29 mins
  • 157 The Brave Agent - The 3 factors that will ensure you are playing at the highest level
    Apr 26 2024

    This episode of the Ignite Your Agency Podcast dives deep into the brave athlete mindset, revealing how the qualities that define sports heroes can empower property professionals to achieve greatness.

    Join us as we explore the critical interplay between passion, motivation, and a profound love for the craft, all essential for both a winning athlete and a top-performing agent.

    Discover the fascinating dynamics between the emotional "chimp brain" and the analytical "professor brain." Learn how mastering this balance can propel you beyond common fears like rejection, enhancing your sales tactics and overall resilience.

    Sam and Phil share gripping anecdotes from both the demanding world of athletics and the high-stakes realm of estate agency, illustrating how the principles of heart, wings, and fight are as crucial in closing deals as they are in crossing finish lines.

    Whether you’re pushing through the last mile of a marathon or navigating a tough sales negotiation, the insights from today’s episode are must-listen!

    Tune in to learn how to harness your competitive instincts and transform pressure into performance, setting you on the path to IGNITE your agency!



    http://www.ajmastemind.co.uk/market-response-plan-spring24

    When you’re ready here are 3 ways we can help you to IGNITE your agency:

    1. Come see behind the scenes of AshdownJones in Windermere on this unique and FREE day! Book your spot here www.ajmastermind.co.uk/btsday

    2. Listen to another episode: https://podtail.com/it/podcast/ignite-your-estate-agency/

    3. Request an AJ Mastermind brochure by calling 015394 40892 or emailing emma@ajmastermind.co.uk


    Ask your questions to Sam Or Phil: sam@ajmastermind.co.uk OR Phil@ashdownjones.co.uk

    Engage with ambitious agency owners and grow your business by visiting our private Mastermind Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ajmmforagencygrowth

    If you have any questions please get in touch. Also, make sure you check out our upcoming events at: www.ajmastermind.co.uk/events


    Some key takeaways:

    ➡️ Success in property requires heart (passion and motivation), wings (rising above obstacles and ego), and fight (competitive instinct), which parallel the attributes of a successful athlete.

    ➡️ Emotional resilience and the ability to handle rejection, along with practice and self-awareness, are critical for overcoming fears and succeeding in sales.

    ➡️ Reflecting on one's thoughts and reactions (metacognition) can help distinguish between emotional impulses and logical responses, enhancing decision-making in high-pressure situations.

    Some great moments:

    ✅ “Yeah, it's the reptilian brain, it's the oldest brain, it's the one that saved you from the dinosaurs”


    ✅ “I don't have a love for property, but I have a love for the way it works. I have a love for the decisions people make to buy and sell houses. I find that fascinating.”


    ✅ “I don't want to knock on this door right now. That's your chimp brain!”

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    15 mins
  • 156 Spring Budget 2024 Special - Sam & Phil’s Take on FHLs, CGT & More
    Apr 19 2024

    Do the latest budget changes Impact your Agency? Sam and Phil delve into the recent budget announcement that has left many property professionals seeking answers!

    Explore the unexpected cuts to Capital Gains Tax and the decision to freeze lower income tax brackets—actions that appear misaligned with the current economic realities of the housing market.

    From the elimination of stamp duty reliefs to the perplexing adjustments in furnished holiday let taxes, discover how these changes are reshaping the industry.

    Experience the effects of excess inventory and limited buyer numbers through understanding the broader implications of property valuations.

    Arm yourself with strategies for effective cash management and seizing growth opportunities in a turbulent market!

    Whether you’re a seasoned agent or entering the market, this episode offers crucial insights into thriving amid uncertainty.

    Tune in to IGNITE your knowledge of the latest fiscal policies and learn how to expertly navigate your agency through the evolving housing landscape.

    http://www.ajmastemind.co.uk/market-response-plan-spring24

    When you’re ready here are 3 ways we can help you to IGNITE your agency:

    1. Come see behind the scenes of AshdownJones in Windermere on this unique and FREE day! Book your spot here www.ajmastermind.co.uk/btsday

    2. Listen to another episode: https://podtail.com/it/podcast/ignite-your-estate-agency/

    3. Request an AJ Mastermind brochure by calling 015394 40892 or emailing emma@ajmastermind.co.uk


    Ask your questions to Sam Or Phil: sam@ajmastermind.co.uk OR Phil@ashdownjones.co.uk

    Engage with ambitious agency owners and grow your business by visiting our private Mastermind Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ajmmforagencygrowth

    If you have any questions please get in touch. Also, make sure you check out our upcoming events at: www.ajmastermind.co.uk/events


    Some key takeaways:

    ➡️ The housing market faces challenges with new fiscal policies, such as the furnished holiday let adjustments and the freeze on lower income tax brackets, which could lead to an increase in property supply without addressing buyer demand.

    ➡️ Despite the tough market conditions, there are opportunities for growth and effective cash management, with strategies like running a lean business and focusing on revenue-generating activities.

    ➡️ Estate agents need to adapt to policy changes by continuing marketing efforts to build stock and prepare for potential future demand in the property market.


    Some great moments:

    ✅ “There's a lot of holiday lets, that just aren't washing their face! The owners only holiday let them so that they can justify it to themselves financially”
    ✅ “If I can't get three million for it, I'm not going to sell this year!”

    ✅ “Instructions are cheap at the moment, so they're easy to get, easy to win, easy to poach!”

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    26 mins

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