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 Building Trust Through Service - Ep 246
3 days ago
“Do what you love and you will be surrounded by people who are like-minded and you'll automatically connect."
“Do what you love and you will be surrounded by people who are like-minded and you'll automatically connect." Episode 246 of The Smart Agents Podcast features Debbi DiMaggio, a 30+ year real estate veteran, coach, author, and partner at California-based Corcoran Icon Properties. Following her passion for meeting new people and genuinely having a positive impact on her community, Debbie has built a thriving 30-year career in the industry.Throughout our conversation, Debbie discusses the importance of networking, community engagement, and creating educational content for clients. Debbi also reflects on her experiences launching a real estate company during a recession, emphasizing the value of mentorship and patience for new agents. 🎧 Listen to Mastering The Art Of Real Estate Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mastering-the-art-of-real-estate/id1731435723 🔗 Connect with Debbie: https://debbidimaggio.org/
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 How Ethan Leifer Built A Business Selling The Listings Nobody Else Could - Ep 245
1 week ago
“Typically, properties are not exposed to the right amount of people."
“Typically, properties are not exposed to the right amount of people." Episode 245 of The Smart Agents Podcast features Ethan Leifer, Founder and CEO of 74 West Real Estate in New York City. With over 12 years in the business, Ethan has made a name for himself by succeeding where others failed—turning expired listings and FSBOs into closings through cold calling, empathy, and marketing innovation.Ethan shares how he used to make up to 3,000 calls a week, transforming rejection into opportunity. He breaks down his 3-part strategy for converting FSBOs, the powerful analogies he uses to get sellers to see the value of working with an agent, and how he built a brokerage where mentorship and agent development are at the core. 🔗 Connect with Ethan: Website: https://74westre.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ethan_leifer_313
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 How Great Leaders Build And Scale Teams That Last - Ep 244
2 weeks ago
“If you do it all, you become the assistant."
“If you do it all, you become the assistant." Episode 244 of The Smart Agents Podcast features John Donnelly, Executive Director of Sales at Service First Mortgage. With over two decades of experience in the mortgage industry, John has helped top producers scale through team building, leadership development, and recruiting strategies that actually work. Drawing from his own transition from originator to leader, John shares a practical framework for growing a high-performing team—without burning out or losing control.From letting go of admin tasks to mastering the art of attractive leadership, John’s insights are rooted in real-world experience. He also breaks down how to stay connected with remote teams, why social media matters more than ever for recruiting, and how servant leadership can transform your business culture. 🔗 Connect with John: Website: johndonnelly.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thejohndonnelly/
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 Why Referrals Are The Real ROI For Real Estate Agents - Ep 243
3 weeks ago
“I don't view transactions as a dollar amount, I view them as I'm helping people. My view is, helping people helps me grow my business."
“I don't view transactions as a dollar amount, I view them as I'm helping people. My view is, helping people helps me grow my business." Episode 243 of The Smart Agents Podcast features Daniel Berger, Broker/Owner of Remax Prestige Properties in White Plains, NY. After pivoting from careers in sales and marketing, Daniel has built a thriving brokerage using guerrilla marketing tactics, client-first service, and a serious investment in lead generation. He shares how treating every client (no matter the price point) like a long-term relationship has led to referral after referral. From navigating 205 home showings for one buyer to lending clients money to close deals, Daniel’s stories are as practical as they are inspiring. You'll also hear how he's leveraged tools like RateMyAgent to build one of New York's most trusted reputations. 🔗 Connect with Daniel: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danielmberger/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/danielmbergerrealestate/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielmberger17/ 🎧 Listen to Adventures Of A Real Estate Broker: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/adventures-of-a-real-estate-broker/id1759400783 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0VSmL50kjj2c41dpEokUYX?si=e69bea4027544e7d YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCa0Gluy3mi7q_b_c5xRJzzQ
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Sell It Like Samina - Ep 242
1 month ago
“We just have to grow our curiosity and learn from one another."
“We just have to grow our curiosity and learn from one another." Episode 242 of The Smart Agents Podcast features Maryland-based real estate powerhouse Samina Chowdhury. With over 22 years in the industry and a client base that spans cultures and continents, Samina brings a truly global perspective to real estate. A first-generation immigrant and fluent in five languages, Samina shares how her cultural fluency and passion for learning helped her connect deeply with international buyers and sellers. From pivoting during the pandemic to closing 50 homes in one year, to breaking into the luxury market through mentorship, Samina’s journey is packed with actionable insight. 🔗 Connect with Samina: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/schowdhury Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BobLucidoTeamSaminaChowdhury YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@saminasells
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Tyler Gibson’s Real Estate Journey - Ep 241
1 month ago
“I got that first rent check in the mail and when I opened up the envelope and I saw $1,000 check, I was so excited!”
“I got that first rent check in the mail and when I opened up the envelope and I saw $1,000 check, I was so excited!” Episode 241 of The Smart Agents Podcast features Tyler Gibson of Orlando’s GPG Team. From getting his start as a real estate investor to building a thriving real estate sales team, Tyler shares how he used his investing experience to build trust with clients and scale fast—even while working part-time. 🔗 Connect with Tyler: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/real_tylergibson/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/real.tylergibson/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@_GPGTeam 🎧 Leads & Leverage: Real Estate Team Leader's LoungeApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/leads-and-leverage-real-estate-team-leaders-lounge/id1756586131 Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/7y1vSREkYdxK4eXh9LTF5C?si=31ecaa11701345f9
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