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How to Turn Things Around

Ninja Selling Podcast

Release Date: 04/30/2026

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Eric Thompson interviews Jacquelyn Krasnikoff of RE/MAX First in Calgary, Alberta, who shares a creative, relationship-centered open house strategy that helped her generate 30 of her first 34 real estate transactions from open houses. Her approach revolves around one simple question: “What do you think this house will sell for?” By turning that question into a fun contest with a $100 gift card, Jacquelyn creates a natural, pressure-free way to engage visitors, collect contact information, and establish relationships. Jacquelyn walks through her entire process, from welcoming guests...

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Eric Thompson interviews Andrew Liberty of Compass in Studio City, California, about his “Ninja renaissance” and the shift from an unpredictable, seasonal business to one built on consistency and peace of mind. After years of strong months followed by long valleys, Andrew realized he had been operating “on accident,” without a repeatable structure connecting his daily activities to his results. Through Ninja Coaching, Ninja 90, and consistent use of the Weekly Flow Activity Scorecard, Andrew transformed the way he approaches his business. Instead of worrying about where the next...

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These People Probably Want to Buy/Sell Real Estate Download: In this episode, Rob Nelson and Eric Thompson challenge the idea that 7% mortgage rates mean there is no real estate market. While higher rates certainly affect affordability and transaction volume, people continue to move because life continues to change. Births, deaths, marriages, divorces, career changes, empty nesting, inheritances, and other FORD events create housing needs regardless of the economic environment.  The opportunity for Ninjas is to identify those changes through consistent flow. Rob and Eric explain why...

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Rob Nelson and Larry Kendall take a real-world challenge from a recent Ninja Installation and turn it into a 90-day business plan. A newer agent, currently working full-time as a CPA, wants to build $75,000 in reserves before leaving his corporate career and committing to real estate full-time. Larry’s message is straightforward: focus less on the $75,000 and more on consistently executing the activities that produce it. Using the Ninja 9, the weekly scorecard, real estate reviews, live flow, auto flow, and open houses, Larry lays out how someone with a full-time job can aggressively build a...

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Eric Thompson interviews Jeff Feldman of Premier Plus Realty in Naples, Florida, alongside his Ninja Coach, Steve Mangelson, about a remarkably simple strategy that generates half of Jeff’s business: building meaningful relationships with other real estate agents. Jeff is on pace for $20 million in volume this year, with approximately 50% coming from agent referrals. At the center of Jeff’s strategy is a consistent birthday and anniversary card campaign. He sends at least 50 handwritten cards every month, roughly 70% to fellow Realtors. But the power isn’t simply sending a card. Jeff...

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Eric Thompson interviews Jeff Hansen of Helen Adams Realty in Charlotte, North Carolina, about how the Ninja Weekly Flow Activity Scorecard has helped him create greater consistency in his business. After years of experiencing strong months followed by slower periods, Jeff began using the scorecard alongside coaching with Ninja Coach Bob Sutton to create structure, accountability, and a clear weekly blueprint. By consistently targeting at least 80 points per week, Jeff has increased his live flow, become more intentional in his FORD conversations, improved his real estate review process, and...

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Eric Thompson interviews Brookelynn Cardenas of ERA Live Moore about how leaders can create more productive, engaged agents by building a culture of coaching, accountability, and genuine personal investment. The results are compelling: while her overall market is up just 1.29% in volume, ERA Live Moore is up 8.74%, and its Ninja agents are up an impressive 41%. As VP of Growth, Brookelynn works alongside managers to coach agents, reinforce Ninja habits, and create clear development opportunities. Her philosophy is that agents are more than production numbers. Great leaders understand what...

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Eric Thompson interviews Dan Dodd of Vanguard Properties in San Francisco about the dramatic shift that took him from a scarcity mindset in 2025 to one of the strongest years of his 22-year career. After closing $15 million in 2025, Dan had already closed $33 million by mid-August 2026, with $90 million in his funnel and a projected year of $65–80 million. Dan explains that the breakthrough wasn't a new lead-generation strategy. With help from Ninja Coach Mark Johnson, he stopped simply checking the boxes of his Ninja habits and began focusing on the feelings and mindset behind them. A...

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Rob Nelson chats with Mike Staver, author of Navigating Crazy, to explore why modern life can feel overwhelming and how to stay grounded amid chaotic circumstances. Mike argues that the world isn't necessarily getting worse, but the pace, pressure, and constant demands on our attention have dramatically increased. The solution isn't eliminating the crazy; it's learning to navigate through it. Mike recommends focusing on what you can control, establishing clear boundaries, and anchoring decisions to your core values. He also explores anxiety as a prediction about the future, the importance...

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In this episode, Eric Thompson interviews Larry Kendall about the fourth principle of Ninja Selling: Connect and Communicate. Larry explains that great communication begins with connection. The best communicators create a sense of trust through what he calls a "non-anxious presence," making the conversation about the other person rather than themselves. By asking thoughtful questions, listening deeply, and adapting to clients' communication styles, Ninjas help clients gain clarity and make confident decisions. The conversation explores the Platinum Rule, the importance of asking rather than...

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Eric Thompson interviews Tammi Winbauer, a Bismarck, North Dakota Ninja, who shares how she turned her business around after a difficult stretch. At the start of 2025, Tammi was in a slump, dealing with personal challenges, low production, and a mindset focused on simply getting by. By the end of the year, she had dramatically reversed course, earning over $220,000 in the second half of the year and building strong momentum into 2026.

Tammi credits her transformation to recommitting to the fundamentals of Ninja Selling, especially her morning routine, mindset work, and consistent execution of the Ninja Nine. With her coach's support, she shifted from reactive behavior to a highly intentional, structured approach. Her daily routine now includes gratitude, affirmations, note writing, planning, reviewing her hot and warm lists, and proactively matching clients with opportunities.

A key theme is moving from “going through the motions” to deeper, more meaningful execution. Tammi emphasizes writing intentional notes, adding real estate reviews, and staying focused on abundance rather than scarcity. She also implemented clear boundaries in her schedule, which improved both her productivity and her quality of life.

Her story demonstrates that even after a downturn, a business can be rebuilt with purpose, discipline, and consistency. The shift from survival mode to intentional action created both stronger results and a more fulfilling life.

Key Takeaways

  • Turning a business around starts with shifting from reactive behavior to intentional daily structure
  • A consistent morning routine built on gratitude, affirmations, and planning creates a strong mindset foundation
  • Meaningful execution of the Ninja Nine drives results, not just going through the motions
  • Focusing on hot and warm lists daily creates proactive opportunities and strengthens relationships
  • Setting boundaries improves both business performance and personal well-being
  • Coaching provides clarity, perspective, and accountability that accelerates growth

Memorable Quotes

  • “I was trying to survive.”
  • “My business today is very on purpose.”
  • “There are different levels to doing the Ninja Nine.”
  • “I was going through the motions.”
  • “Who doesn’t like to be thought of?”
  • “You are so worth it.”

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