April 8, 2008: Ten Tips to Boost Your Business

April 8, 2008: Ten Tips to Boost Your Business 

Length: 11:43
Posted on April 8, 2008

In this special video podcast, 2008 NAR President Dick Gaylord shares with REALTORS® his top ten tips to boost business in today's market.  From becoming an expert in your local market and pricing homes to sell, to getting involved in the community and working with a mentor, these are sure-fire ways to stay ahead in a competitive environment. Listen to the audio podcast instead. (11:42)

Ten Tips: Introduction (1:20)

Tip 1: "Become an Expert"  
Know local markets with the help of NAR (:43)

Tip 2: "Prospecting is Gold" 
Don't forget...everyone is a prospective client (1:07)

Tip 3: "Price to Sell"
Understand the current environment (:55)

Tip 4: "Play Psychologist"
Address homeowners' concerns and do more business (:48)

Tip 5: "Push Buyers' Hot Buttons"
Learn what attracts buyers to a home in your area (:47)

Tip 6: "Upgrade Your Technology"
Switch to better technologies for superior customer service (:48)

Tip 7: "Expand Your Horizons" 
Keep learning new skills (1:25)

Tip 8: "Get More Involved"
The more people know you, the more you become their trusted advisor (:46)

Tip 9: "Stay Positive" 
Keep inspired and get more business (1:20)

Tip 10: "Find and Be a Mentor"Learn from an experienced REALTOR® or help someone just starting out (:59)

Conclusion

Listen to the audio podcast (11:42)

View the transcript (PDF: 284 KB)

Download Dick's Top Ten Tipsheet (PDF: 416 KB)

 

 



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