Maintaining “I” Contact
The Ninja Selling Podcast
Having addressed the “P.I.E. Time” concept in early episodes - be sure to check them out on the website if you haven’t already - Matt and Garrett drill down on its “I” component in today’s episode. Stressing the importance of “I-Time”, aka “Indirectly Productive Time”, our hosts discuss why it is so crucial for business development, offer insights into balancing productive and indirectly productive time, and explore practical strategies for planning and committing to these essential activities. As they delve into the nuances of business development, Matt and Garrett...
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Be the Brand
The Ninja Selling Podcast
Matt and Garrett are back at it, and this time they’re delving deep into the world of personal branding, focusing on the critical importance of authenticity beyond superficial elements like logos and colors. Their insightful dialogue highlights how authentic branding should be a mirror of one's personality and core values, which not only builds trust but also ensures consistency across all professional interactions. Along the way, our hosts discuss common mistakes where individuals adopt branding styles that do not reflect their true selves, leading to a disconnect between personal and...
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Local Area Networking
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Putting a slight spin on a previous topic, today’s episode explores the benefits of realtor to realtor relationships on a local level, as opposed to a national level, highlighting the critical role of buyer agreements and the extensive benefits gleaned from local market insights. By sharing their experience and expertise, Matt and Garrett offer listeners advanced strategies for establishing clarity and commitment in client relationships and accessing lucrative off-market opportunities through robust local networks. Their discussion goes on to examine how sustained, quality communication...
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Your Ideal Customer
The Ninja Selling Podcast
Matt and Garrett kick off today’s discussion by reflecting on the personal satisfaction derived from completing DIY projects, such as Garrett's kitchen remodel, and use that as a springboard into their examination of the art of connecting with ideal clients. By utilizing compelling fishing analogies, they make the intricate process of client segmentation and engagement both understandable and engaging, offering listeners actionable advice on targeting and communicating effectively to foster business growth. As the episode unfolds, it delves deeper into practical strategies for real estate...
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Put Your Feet Down
The Ninja Selling Podcast
Matt takes a brief break from contemplating his next vehicle purchase to join Garrett in exploring the phenomenon where agents and individuals choose to cling to perceived life preservers or safety nets in their lives, which, while they may keep them ‘afloat’, can actually hinder their overall growth. Through analogies and real life examples, our hosts highlight the importance of letting go of what no longer serves to pave the way for new opportunities and successes. Together, they encourage listeners to step out of their comfort zones, noting that the waters of change are often...
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Why Haven't I Been Doing This the Entire Time?
The Ninja Selling Podcast
The absolutely essential topic of enhancing service and adding value with clients is not only increasingly critical in today's competitive market, it’s also the focus for today’s crucial episode. Reflecting upon what they are seeing among agents these days, Matt and Garrett have chosen to discuss the importance of transitioning from traditional sales-driven tactics to Ninja’s service-oriented approach that prioritizes empathy, detailed planning, and client care. They explore the transformative impact of exceptional service on real estate transactions, illustrating through anecdotes how...
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Communication Elevation
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Matt and Garrett are back with another short and sweet episode, and this time they breathe new life into real estate marketing by demonstrating how a simple postcard can become a cornerstone of building strong client relationships. Tackling the misconception that frequent communication equals ‘spam’, they instead advocate for a strategic delivery of valuable content that fosters familiarity and trust. Our hosts emphasize the importance of diversifying communication methods with the key lying in the quality and relevance of the content itself. Noting that the goal of such communication is...
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Recognizing Opportunity’s Knock
The Ninja Selling Podcast
As they join everyone else everywhere in waiting and watching to see what exactly is going to happen with the recently announced settlement, Matt and Garrett explore some innovative approaches, strategic partnerships, and opportunities to experiment that this recent development in the real estate world presents. Together, they unpack some creative solutions highlighting the power of thinking outside the box and embracing a growth mindset for exceptional client results. Our hosts detail how, by focusing on community (like the vibrant Ninja Selling group) and adapting to new market realities,...
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Keeping Time on Your Side
The Ninja Selling Podcast
Matt and Garrett are back to tackle the often-undervalued aspects of time and expertise in the real estate world, calling on industry professionals to spotlight these elements in their offerings, going beyond mere cost to reveal the deeper benefits of their work. By leveraging the individual coaching and community engagement offered by Ninja Selling, they highlight how recognizing and conveying the significance of saving time and offering expert advice can revolutionize client interactions. Packed with insightful stories and analysis, their discussion underscores the critical role these...
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Taking the Lead
The Ninja Selling Podcast
Today’s episode begins with yet another invitation for everyone to join the ever growing Ninja Selling Facebook group, along with an explanation as to how they manage to keep that community so uniquely authentic, before Matt and Garrett move on to a topic that they talk to each other about all the time. Leadership in the real estate domain takes the spotlight today as our hosts pinpoint the prevalent effective leadership gap in real estate and the consequential impact on professionals navigating their careers. Our hosts meticulously dissect the pillars of robust leadership, advocating...
info_outlineMatt takes a brief break from contemplating his next vehicle purchase to join Garrett in exploring the phenomenon where agents and individuals choose to cling to perceived life preservers or safety nets in their lives, which, while they may keep them ‘afloat’, can actually hinder their overall growth. Through analogies and real life examples, our hosts highlight the importance of letting go of what no longer serves to pave the way for new opportunities and successes. Together, they encourage listeners to step out of their comfort zones, noting that the waters of change are often shallower and less daunting than they appear.
Employing personal stories from real estate professionals who have embraced change to thrive in their careers, Matt and Garrett emphasize the mirroring challenges and growth experienced in personal and professional aspects of life. They proceed to offer practical advice on adopting small, actionable skills that lead to breakthrough results, urging the listeners to engage further through their Facebook group and access additional resources on the Ninja Selling platform. In essence, today’s episode not only shifts perspectives but also inspires actionable change, proving that embracing growth and letting go of false securities are crucial for achieving success in both real estate and life.
So many more great ideas and some powerful community engagement can be found by joining the close to 16000 other Ninjas with all levels of experience who collaborate, ask and answer questions, network, and more in the Ninja Selling Podcast group on Facebook at Ninja Selling Podcast Facebook. Leave a voicemail at 208-MY-NINJA if you’d like to offer more direct feedback. Be sure to check out Ninja Selling Events for upcoming installations and other events, and if you’d like personalized help in achieving your goals, visit Ninja Coaching to connect with one of our fantastic coaches.
Episode Highlights:
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The impact of outdated business practices and problematic listings on professional growth
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Letting go of what no longer benefits you to welcome new opportunities
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Real-life scenarios where real estate professionals thrived by embracing change
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How personal challenges often reflect professional hurdles, and how overcoming these can spur significant growth
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Small, subtle skills that can lead to major results in both professional and personal life
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Joining the Ninja Selling Podcast community on Facebook and accessing further resources and training through the Ninja Selling platform
Quotes:
"Sometimes what we think is saving us is actually drowning us."
"When you let go of the branch, you might find solid ground just below your feet."
"The water's not that deep—just put your feet down and you'll see."
"Holding on too long to the wrong things can keep you from swimming towards the right ones."
"Change is not just about letting go, but about moving forward to new opportunities."
"Ride the wave of change rather than letting the currents dictate where you go."
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