Dream Big, Move Fast

Quote "Amateurs talk about strategy. Professionals talk about logistics." —USMC General R.H. Barrow In this Dream Big, Move Fast episode, Phil Harris and Josh Phegan focus on the logistics of chasing Better. They discuss social media and the never-ending pursuit to be better, the thirst for knowledge and the humility to seek it, consistency and the discipline of mastery, and taking time off the gr...

Quote "In short, hiring is the most important aspect of business and yet remains woefully misunderstood." — Philip Delves Broughton Summary In this episode of Dream Big, Move Fast, Josh Phegan and Phil Harris talk about recruitment skills inside your business. They look at getting recruitment fit and what that looks like, and they explain the SILO method of sourcing in-industry vs. out of industry...

This week on Dream Big, Move Fast, Phil Harris and Josh Phegan explore the aspirational elements of Life: family, business, fame & fortune. They discuss the importance of planning for what you want, getting clarity around each category, knowing your life stage, life hacks and high-performance habits they've learned. They look at making the decision to go all in, what do you say yes to and what are...

Quote "If you want the staff to give great service to customers, the leaders have to give great service to the staff.' —Ari Weinzweig   In this Dream Big, Move Fast episode, Josh Phegan and Phil Harris explain how to manage for markets and adapt to conditions. They discuss the property clock, 5 key market indicators, applying the Rule of 72 principle, and using SQM Research. Phil and Josh talk abo...

"Personal relationships are the fertile soil from which all advancement, all success, all achievement in real life grows." Ben Stein In today's episode of Dream Big, Move Fast, Phil Harris and Josh Phegan ponder digital domination and the meaning of relationships. They discuss understanding the problem you're trying to solve, long and short form videos, and building brand domination. They talk abo...

"Amateurs talk about strategy. Professionals talk about logistics." USMC General R.H. Barrow In this Dream Big, Move Fast episode, Josh Phegan and Phil Harris present their thoughts about mergers and acquisitions. They discuss strategy vs. logistics, the lessons from doing mergers and acquisitions, valuation methodology and top-line revenue, having an M+A team, and limiting your staff to 1 or 2 ce...

In today's episode of Dream Big, Move Fast, Phil Harris and Josh Phegan show us the principles of property management as a growth business. They examine the best lead sources in PM, the importance of increasing the lifetime value of a customer and of providing exceptional services to your Landlords. They talk about improving the investment property search experience through your website, building...

In this Dream Big, Move Fast episode, Phil Harris and Josh Phegan focus on business models and note that your customers will never be happier than your employees. They discuss understanding that ARR needs to exceed ARE to produce an ARP, percentage of recurring vs. one-off revenue, and strategies to build profit and loss, a balance sheet, or both. Phil and Josh continue with knowing the model you'...

In this episode of Dream Big, Move Fast, Josh Phegan and Phil Harris talk about comfort vs. courage and making the big decisions. They look at what's really happening when someone says 'I've got a big opportunity for you', being aware of how you make decisions, having decision-making principles, and the role of long-term thinking. They discuss avoiding distractions to focus on what's important, th...

This week on Dream Big, Move Fast, Phil Harris and Josh Phegan explore the three timezones we live our lives in - past, present and future - and what they mean. They discuss how much time they spend in each zone and how that affects them, and what's the most appropriate mix of the three states to get the most out of where we are right now. They look at the skill of being fully present in the momen...

In this Dream Big, Move Fast episode, Josh Phegan and Phil Harris ask, would you list with you? and present a model for decision-making. They discuss ways to package, market and develop yourself to be the kind of person people want to do business with, and understand that, if you wouldn't buy from you, don't expect someone else to.   Phil and Josh talk about going all in on systems, building great...

In today's episode of Dream Big, Move Fast, Phil Harris and Josh Phegan ponder career milestones that force us to reflect to project. Phil examines lessons learned and things he wishes he had known, he talks about the foundational days of Harris Real Estate, where his business is today and what the future looks like. Josh observes how growth brings its own challenges, they discuss how roles evolve...

In this Dream Big, Move Fast episode, Josh Phegan and Phil Harris present their thoughts about setbacks and almighty comebacks. They discuss their biggest setbacks, how they overcame them, and the power of critical thinking models. They clarify the tendency to put ourselves in a box and learn to get out of it, developing self-awareness and deciding whether to put your toe in the water or go all in...

In today's Dream Big, Move Fast episode, Phil Harris and Josh Phegan show us the power of never making it. They examine why it's always day one, how to stay hungry and push boundaries, break barriers to upgrade what you do, and maintain business humility. They discuss finding new and innovative ways to excite and serve customers and the power of tech that scales without complication. They examine...

In this Dream Big, Move Fast episode, Phil Harris and Josh Phegan focus on the power of vision. They discuss influences for setting the vision for yourself and your life, feeling confident in setting your vision, having a 'think week' and finding environments for creative thinking. Phil and Josh continue around using tools like AI modeling for goal-setting, planning and staying on track, they talk...

In this episode of Dream Big, Move Fast, Josh Phegan and Phil Harris talk about building a game-winning team. They look at best practices, areas of trust and responsibility, meeting rhythms and the tactical day-to-day, and areas of control. They discuss assigning titles, learning to build people up and developing their key skills, creating an environment where people want to stay, the feeling of p...

This week on Dream Big, Move Fast, Phil Harris and Josh Phegan explore the pursuit to be the number one in your chosen markets. They discuss casting vision for others, the flywheel concept for building momentum, and making the decision to be number one. They look at how you package, market and develop yourself for your marketplace, competitive nature and what to do to maintain the winning position...

In this Dream Big, Move Fast episode, Josh Phegan and Phil Harris present the process of becoming an infinite learner. They discuss being a learn-it-all rather than a know-it-all, the mindset to become the greatest version of yourself, where to learn new skills, and the power of learning and reading to learn. Phil and Josh discuss how they learn, actively creating a beautiful mind, thinking their...

In today's episode of Dream Big, Move Fast, Phil Harris and Josh Phegan step us through building blocks for big success. They examine coaching people to see what they can be, sustainable success, and the foundations you need block by block. Josh discusses the kinds of knowledge and level of professionalism you need, and Phil talks about mastering your craft and then teaching others. They look at g...

In this Dream Big, Move Fast episode, Phil Harris and Josh Phegan focus on living life by design. They discuss what they wish they had known when they started in real estate and what they've learned, getting clear on what you want, and maintaining a view to continuous improvement. Phil and Josh continue with what motivates and what matters, editing your life, the Top 5 theory, getting dialled in o...

In this episode of Dream Big, Move Fast, Josh Phegan and Phil Harris talk about becoming number one. They look at what it takes to become number one in your markets, commitment beyond motivation, area and market knowledge, market size and forward indicators, and how that determines the size and productivity of your team. They discuss three basic recruiting strategies, building a marketing engine,...

This week on Dream Big, Move Fast, Phil Harris and Josh Phegan explore what it takes to win in business. They discuss putting yourself in a position to win by getting clear on your goal, getting the strategy and tactics right, and why measurement is such a critical part. They look at adjusting and being agile, being a role model and caring about the impact you make, how sport develops a winning na...

In this Dream Big, Move Fast episode, Josh Phegan and Phil Harris present the idea of no money down vs. buying in. They discuss the real cost of doing a startup and the value of buying into an established business, reasons people decide to do either, paying for value creation, industry culture and business naivety. They talk about upsides and downsides of being a business owner, revenue without ca...

In today's episode of Dream Big, Move Fast, Phil Harris and Josh Phegan take us through a Management 101 discussion. They examine the art and science of managing people, lessons at each stage of business growth, managing high performers vs. new hires, different ages and demographics, and applying skillsets to roles. Phil shares some of his best management tips. They talk about knowing your areas o...

In this Dream Big, Move Fast episode, Phil Harris and Josh Phegan focus on establishing a thriving practice. They discuss the basics: finance, marketing, brand loyalty, sales, market positioning, and property management. They also look at HR, cultural aspects and people, legal structures and compliance, training, and education. Phil and Josh continue with common traits across great organisations,...