• Invest in Your Real Estate Business with the Lab Coat Agents Podcast - EP00
    Mar 12 2019
    Lab Coat Agents already has a reputation as the go-to resource for real estate agents, brokers and vendors, providing a forum to help the community learn from each other and grow their business. Founders Tristan Ahumada and Nick Baldwin are all about sharing what they pick up from the brilliant minds in the industry, supporting ambitious entrepreneurs in maximizing lead generation and conversion. And now they are joining forces with Jeff Pfitzer to ‘explore the science of real estate’ in podcast format, allowing you to take that information with you and learn on-the-go. Today, Nick, Jeff and Tristan discuss their vision for the Lab Coat Agents Podcast, discussing the value in being exposed to millionaire real estate agents and making time to invest in your business. They share their intention to bring you straightforward conversations with agents of all shapes and sizes about how they grow their business on a day-to-day basis. Listen in for a preview of the high-profile guests already scheduled to appear in the weeks to come, including several inspiring figures from the world of real estate and beyond. Key Takeaways The value in being exposed to the brilliant minds in real estate Why you need to think like a millionaire before you can net $1M How to look at the podcast as an investment in your business The show’s intent to feature conversations with diverse agents A preview of the high-profile guests already scheduled to appear How the show will go beyond real estate to inspire and motivate Connect with Lab Coat Agents Lab Coat Agents Lab Coat Agents on Facebook Lab Coat Agents on Twitter Lab Coat Agents on Instagram Lab Coat Agents Facebook Group Resources Dean Jackson Sharran Srivatsaa Hal Elrod Erin Brockovich Mike Bernier Gary Vaynerchuk Billy Gene Jesse Itzler
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    11 mins
  • Leveraging Postcard Farming to Generate Leads Long Term – with Dean Jackson - EP01
    Mar 19 2019
    Attracting leads is a whole lot more fun (and profitable!) than chasing them. But many real estate agents struggle with designing a lead gen system that works for the long term. Dean Jackson is the father of postcard farming, and he has created a method for getting prospects to raise their hands year after year. Today, Dean joins Tristan to discuss how his early days of cold calling inspired him to develop a postcard farming system. He shares the progression of his marketing strategy, from getting his name out there to getting prospects names to come in. Dean explains why he shifted from targeting clients in the market to sell NOW to cast a wider net in a particular neighborhood. Listen in for insight on how providing a free report on home prices leads to long-term success and learn why there is big opportunity in real estate for savvy agents who understand marketing! Key Takeaways How Dean was inspired by Claude Hopkins’ customer-centric approach to marketing Dean’s advice on building a business that fits naturally with your likes/tendencies How the hamster wheel of cold calling led Dean to create a postcard farming system Dean’s shift from getting his name out there to getting prospects names to come in How Dean leverages self-interest to attract clients in the market to sell NOW Why providing a free report on home prices has proven to be most successful How Dean supplements his postcard farming system with social media marketing The case study demonstrating the longevity of Dean’s free report strategy How Dean amplifies the impact of his postcards with ‘breaking news’ videos Why Dean sees big opportunity in real estate despite the likely market shift Connect with Dean Jackson GoGoAgent Connect with Lab Coat Agents Lab Coat Agents Lab Coat Agents on Facebook Lab Coat Agents on Twitter Lab Coat Agents on Instagram Lab Coat Agents Facebook Group Resources My Life in Advertising and Scientific Advertising by Claude C. Hopkins Strategic Coach
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    24 mins
  • 7 Steps to Recruiting a Massive Agent Team – with Mike Bernier- EP02
    Mar 26 2019
    Mike Bernier and his partner, Long Doan, started with an agent team of eight back in 2014. Four years later, they have grown the team to 375! So, what is their secret? How do they go about recruiting realtors? Today, Mike joins Tristan and Jeff to share his seven-step process for attracting agents to the Realty Group team. He describes the turning point when he and Long realized they either had to downsize or scale and explains their intention to be a disruptor, providing the brokerage they’d always wanted. Listen in as Mike speaks to his understanding of agent pain points and learn how a smooth onboarding process can serve to amplify your recruiting efforts! Key Takeaways How Mike leverages mastermind groups to learn and grow his business The turning point when Mike realized he had to either downsize or scale How Mike and Long found a different way to thrive in a changing market How understanding agent needs has made Mike’s team grow and thrive Why Mike has a dedicated platforms assistant to help agents with tech The 7-step recruiting process that took Mike’s team to 375 in 4 years Articulate your WHY Identify ideal agent Determine value prop Create custom audiences Target on all platforms Tighten onboarding process Increase social proof The script Mike’s VA uses to make 2 to 3 networking appointments/day How a smooth onboarding process can magnify your recruiting efforts Mike’s robust, automated 30-day onboarding process for new agents Connect with Mike Bernier Realty Group Call (651) 587-2396 Connect with Lab Coat Agents Lab Coat Agents Lab Coat Agents on Facebook Lab Coat Agents on Twitter Lab Coat Agents on Instagram Lab Coat Agents Facebook Group Resources Closing Table Mastermind Sam Khorramian Club Wealth The E Myth: Why Most Businesses Don’t Work and What to Do About It by Michael E. Gerber CallAction Brokerkit Christine Hass
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    26 mins
  • The Road to 800 Closings in a Single Year – with Gabe Cordova of Firepointr - EP03
    Apr 2 2019
    How did Gabe Cordova’s team close 800 sides in a single year? Gabe attributes his success to surrounding himself with the right people and putting the right systems in place—systems that allow him to work smarter, not harder. Today, Gabe joins Tristan and Nick to share his seven-step roadmap to selling 800 homes. He explains how to steer leads to your website and why you should treat prospects differently based on where they are in the client journey. Gabe outlines his Rule of 3 approach to responding to new leads and discusses the value in focusing on service rather than the sale. Listen in to understand what differentiates Firepoint from other CRMs on the market—and learn how systems can help you grow your business without losing work-life balance. Key Takeaways The mistakes Gabe made during his 16-year career as a real estate agent Why surrounding yourself with the right people/systems is key to growth The significance of self-honesty in scaling your real estate business Why you should treat leads differently based on their client journey How to steer prospects to your website and leverage a call-to-action Gabe’s 7-step roadmap to closing on 800 homes in a single year Implement all-in-one CRM + website (systems) Identify lead sources Leverage time and skills Build vendor program Create follow-up plans Accountability Reporting Gabe’s Rule of 3 for responding to new leads Why it’s important to focus on service as opposed to the sale Gabe’s insight around reaching out until you’re asked to stop Why Gabe thinks you can’t be fast enough in responding to online leads Gabe’s method of nurturing past clients with monthly safe searches What differentiates Firepoint from LionDesk and Follow Up Boss Connect with Gabe Cordova Firepoint Gabe on LinkedIn Connect with Lab Coat Agents Lab Coat Agents Lab Coat Agents on Facebook Lab Coat Agents on Twitter Lab Coat Agents on Instagram Lab Coat Agents Facebook Group Resources LCA LIVE 2019 Gabe’s Rule of 3 LCA One in Atlanta
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    1 hr
  • Hiring the Right Agents in a Real Estate Market Shift – with Marc King of Keller Williams - EP04
    Apr 9 2019
    For brokers with a strong work ethic, the coming downturn is not necessarily a bad thing. In fact, Marc King sees the shift as an opportunity to attract top producers and gobble up market share, capitalizing on the moment to generate lifelong wealth. Marc is a 20-year veteran of the real estate business and current Team Leader and Market Share Developer of Keller Williams Realty Chesterfield. Today, Marc joins Tristan, Nick and Jeff to offer insight around the coming shift and discuss hiring talent in a downturn. He explains why skill is more important than speed and how top producers will seize the moment to gain market share. Marc also speaks to the value of building your database, investing in your real estate business differently in a down market, and developing the willingness to adapt and change. Listen in for Marc’s advice on attracting talent through time, leverage and opportunity—and learn how you can make use of new tech to WIN despite the downturn! Key Takeaways Marc’s advice on doubling your lead gen in a market shift Why skill is more important than speed in a down market Marc’s insight on attracting talent rather than chasing it How top producers will seize the moment to gain market share How it will take twice the activity for the same closing numbers The value of becoming a local expert who knows your market How to approach investing in your business in a downturn The significance of being willing to adapt and change Marc’s tips on how to approach hiring in a down market How to turn an office around by creating opportunity for others How the predictive analytics of emerging tech will help agents Why building your database is more important than ever Connect with Marc King Marc on LinkedIn Marc on Facebook Marc at Keller Williams Connect with Lab Coat Agents Lab Coat Agents Lab Coat Agents on Facebook Lab Coat Agents on Twitter Lab Coat Agents on Instagram Lab Coat Agents Facebook Group Resources KW MAPS Coaching Jeff Glover & Associates LCA Events LCA1
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    45 mins
  • How to Compete with the Emerging iBuyer Brokerage – with Howard Tager - EP05
    Apr 16 2019
    The real estate community spends a lot of time talking about the brokerages that are becoming tech companies. Meanwhile, many tech companies are gradually turning into brokerages, dipping into agent commissions and adding title, mortgage and escrow services to their offerings. How will this trend impact realtors? What can we do to compete with the iBuyer model? Is there a way to steer consumers away from the portals and bring them into our ecosystems? Howard Tager is the Cofounder and CEO of Ylopo, a next-generation digital marketing solution for real estate professionals. The platform is designed to help agents and loan officers build a brand and find more clients. Prior to Ylopo, Howard served as the Founder and CEO of TigerLead Solutions, a real estate tech company built to attract, cultivate and close home buyer and seller leads, until its acquisition in 2012. Today, Howard joins Tristan and Jeff to discuss how tech companies are becoming brokerages, taking commission splits and adding affiliated services to their offerings in order to grow. He explains why it’s dangerous for agents to rely solely on portal leads and why it’s crucial to build your own database and then keep those consumers in YOUR ecosystem. Listen in for Howard’s advice on competing with iBuyers and learn how to develop a strong digital marketing plan and differentiate yourself with a unique selling proposition. Key Takeaways Howard’s background as an entrepreneur building transformative businesses How integration differentiates Ylopo from other real estate tech solutions How brokerages are becoming tech companies to keep and recruit agents Why tech companies are taking commission splits + offering affiliate services The value in building a database and keeping consumers in your ecosystem The danger in building your business solely on portal leads Why real estate agents are more like legal professionals than salespeople How realtors can serve consumers with a strong digital marketing plan Why it’s crucial for agents to differentiate themselves with a USP How agents can compete against iBuyers with hyperlocal marketing How realtors can leverage the instant buyer tactic to generate seller leads Howard’s advice around focusing your efforts at the top of the funnel The potential for banks and big brands to become real estate brokerages Howard’s prediction that marketing will heat up among recognized brands Howard’s insight on what Gary Keller is doing right and what he’s missing Connect with Howard Tager Ylopo Connect with Lab Coat Agents Lab Coat Agents Lab Coat Agents on Facebook Lab Coat Agents on Twitter Lab Coat Agents on Instagram Lab Coat Agents Facebook Group Resources 2018 NAR Home Buyer and Seller Generational Trends Report Howard’s Video on Real Estate Lead Generation & Nurture
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    50 mins
  • Hosting Events to Give Back & Grow Your Real Estate Business – with Dan Baltzer - EP06
    Apr 23 2019
    “If you live in the world with an open palm … the universe can put more in. If you live with a closed fist, and you’re scared, and there’s limited resources—I can’t put any more into a closed fist, can I? An open palm, I can place more in. If you approach everything like that, it’s amazing what happens.” Hosting events helps real estate professionals stay in front of their sphere and build a brand in the community. It gives agents a reason to reach out to their database with something to give and provides value to the attendees, the venue, the vendor-partners, and the agents themselves. But what goes into the planning and execution of an epic event? And how do you make sure that all of the stakeholders involved have a positive experience? Dan Baltzer leads the Pinnacle Team of 45 agents with Realty Group in Minneapolis-St. Paul. Today, he joins Tristan and Jeff to explain how he leverages events to grow his real estate business. He offers insight on planning a megaevent, from conducting early site visits to communicating with invitees to mapping out traffic patterns. Dan shares the details of his team’s upcoming Avengers movie experience, discussing how it has grown since last year and how he thinks about engaging different age groups at a single event. Listen in for Dan’s advice on approaching vendor-partners in the community to help offset the cost and learn why the experience you provide is the most important aspect of hosting an event! Key Takeaways How events help you stay in front of your sphere + build your brand How events give agents a reason to reach out to their database Dan’s insight on why the experience you provide is most important How Dan is leveraging automation to reduce the no-show rate The agent’s primary role in delivering the experience at events Why Dan does a site visit at the venue in advance of an event How Dan drives traffic to vendor-partners at Pinnacle events The four groups Dan considers to be stakeholders at a given event The details of the Pinnacle Team’s upcoming Avengers movie event How Dan and his agents follow up with attendees after an event Dan’s advice on engaging different age groups at a single event How to approach vendor-partners to offset the cost of an event Connect with Dan Baltzer Pinnacle Team Dan on Facebook Dan on Club Wealth Email dan.baltzer@pinnaclerealtymn.com Connect with Lab Coat Agents Lab Coat Agents Lab Coat Agents on Facebook Lab Coat Agents on Twitter Lab Coat Agents on Instagram Lab Coat Agents Facebook Group Resources Realty Group Dan’s Movie Event Video CallAction Zapier
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    52 mins
  • Harnessing the Power of a Quiet Mind – with Matthew Ferry - EP07
    Apr 30 2019
    Your mind is not your friend. It’s a Drunk Monkey, predicting failure before you’ve even arrived at the listing presentation or dialed the FSBO. Is there a way to hit the mute button on that Drunk Monkey and its negative forecast? How much more could you accomplish with a quiet mind? What would it mean for your business if you could show up as the best version of yourself? Matthew Ferry has 25 years of experience coaching top performers in the real estate industry and on Wall Street to achieve Enlightened Prosperity. His books and seminars leverage his proven methodology, The Rapid Enlightenment Process, to support clients in realizing profound states of joy and success in work and life. Matthew’s most recent release is Quiet Mind Epic Life: Escape the Status Quo & Experience Enlightened Prosperity Now. Today, he joins Tristan to explain why it’s important for entrepreneurs to cultivate a quiet mind. He discusses why our survival mind dominates, even when we’re not in a survival state, and describes how a quiet mind can help us see opportunity others do not. Listen in for Matthew’s 4-step process to achieve rapid enlightenment and learn his top practices for achieving a quiet mind. Key Takeaways Why Matthew chooses to serve the high-conscious go-getter Why it’s important for entrepreneurs to cultivate a quiet mind Matthew’s 4-step process to rapid enlightenment See unconscious reflex of Drunk Monkey Correct + heal hidden motives to survive Connect with enlightened perspectives (all is well) Develop skill set of recontextualization How a quiet mind helps you identify opportunity others do not The relationship between a quiet mind and an enlightened state Why the survival mind dominates when we’re not in a survival state Matthew’s work with leaders in real estate and on Wall Street Two practices for cultivating a quiet mind Admit that mind not friend Embrace/celebrate failure How to respond when the Drunk Monkey forecasts the negative How to commit to a thriving + enlightened life Connect with Matthew Ferry Matthew’s Website Quiet Mind Epic Life: Escape the Status Quo & Experience Enlightened Prosperity Now by Matthew Ferry Epic Life Live Connect with Lab Coat Agents Lab Coat Agents Lab Coat Agents on Facebook Lab Coat Agents on Twitter Lab Coat Agents on Instagram Lab Coat Agents Facebook Group Resources The American Institute of Stress Earl Nightingale Mike Ferry Real Estate Coaching Billions on Showtime
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    39 mins