Brian & Mark Mann

Raising Real Estate Standards

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A Podcast dedicated to providing information and tips on how real estate agents can step up their game, raise their standards practices and become the best real estate agent they can be in their market.

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Brian & Mark Mann

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Business

Latest episode

Jun 22, 2026

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Episodes

Life of Abundance vs Scarcity 01.02.2023

Send Us A Message The guys are back for Season 3!  In this episode Brian and Mark talk about the year of the professional , the abundance mindset, the Gary V idea where do we normally see the scarcity mindset in real estate and what being at the top really means. Social Media and Contact Information Link Tree:  https://linktr.ee/raisingrealestatestandards

2022 Year End Wrap-Up 29.12.2022

Send Us A Message In this episode Brian and Mark talk about reflecting on the past year, re-engaging, the last 36 months, the next 12 months and taking advantage of new opportunities in 2023. Social Media and Contact Information Link Tree:  https://linktr.ee/raisingrealestatestandards

Navigating a Volatile Mortgage Market w/ Norma Matto 09.11.2022

Send Us A Message In this episode Brian and Mark talk about how to navigate the current volatile mortgage market with special guest Norma Matto from Jefferson Capital.  They discuss what is driving mortgage changes currently, a year ago vs now, cost of money and consumer debt, strategies for buyers with current rates, appreciation, additional options for buyers, 2-1 buydowns and adjustable rate mo...

Planning Your 2023 12.10.2022

Send Us A Message In this episode Brian and Mark talk about the first step in getting prepared, making adjustments for market conditions (forecasting), cost of living  and how do we evaluate our spend? Social Media and Contact Information Link Tree:  https://linktr.ee/raisingrealestatestandards

The Emotional Intelligent Agent w/ Ashleigh Snow & Bob Koch 28.09.2022

Send Us A Message In this episode Brian and Mark talk about the emotional intelligent agent with special guests Ashleigh Snow and Bob Koch.  They discuss self awareness and self reflection, meditation and being intentional, how we communicate and interact with others and go over some resources and tools. Social Media and Contact Information Link Tree:  https://linktr.ee/raisingrealestatestandards

Realigning Your Skills 14.09.2022

Send Us A Message In this episode Brian and Mark talk about how pricing a listing has changed, pricing strategies, listing presentations, articulating your value and the mirror test. Social Media and Contact Information Link Tree:  https://linktr.ee/raisingrealestatestandards

Current Market Changes w/ Wayne Fredrick 24.08.2022

Send Us A Message In this episode Brian and Mark have a special guest - speaker and coach Wayne Fredrick - on the show to talk about the current market changes, consumer behavior and how we buy product, how the value proposition of a real estate agent is being redefined, strategies for agents to avoid being part of the declining agent population, business models for agents and why they are so impo...

Personal Growth Mindset w/ Scott Comey 08.08.2022

Send Us A Message In this episode Brian and Mark have special guest Scott Comey on the show to talk about personal growth mindset, time blocking, work/life balance, the value of larger brokerage seminars and tools and resources to help accomplish these goals. Scott Comey is a coach and author who owns multiple businesses in the Real Estate and Mortgage space. In addition, he has reached a sales le...

Technology and Communication between Generations 21.07.2022

Send Us A Message In this episode Brian and Mark talk about technology and the generational differences in how it can be used. Social Media and Contact Information Link Tree:  https://linktr.ee/raisingrealestatestandards

How to Effectively Communicate with Clients in this Market 29.06.2022

Send Us A Message In this episode Brian and Mark talk about expectations in the current market, important conversations with sellers and buyers and upping your communication game. Social Media and Contact Information Link Tree:  https://linktr.ee/raisingrealestatestandards

Focus on the Fundamentals 15.06.2022

Send Us A Message In this episode Brian and Mark talk about real estate agent growth changes, how to survive and thrive in the current and future market, scaling your business and a list of fundamentals to focus on. List of Fundamentals (Show Notes): Attitude Self Confidence Communication Skills People Skills Managing Stress and Worry Time Management and Prioritization Delegation Goal Setting Enth...

Preparing for the Current Changes in the Market 11.05.2022

Send Us A Message In this episode Brian and Mark talk about home affordability, housing supply increase, slices of the pie, being prepared for change, past client sphere of influence system, desperation shift, relationships with other brokers and what’s coming and what can I do now to prepare? Social Media and Contact Information Link Tree:  https://linktr.ee/raisingrealestatestandards

Leveraging Video w/ Ashleigh Snow 28.04.2022

Send Us A Message In this episode Brian and Mark talk with guest Ashleigh Snow about why an agent should implement video into their marketing, why many agents are not utilizing video yet, where to put your videos and tips for better videos. Social Media and Contact Information Link Tree:  https://linktr.ee/raisingrealestatestandards

Expanding & Filling Your Cup - Part 2 13.04.2022

Send Us A Message In this episode Brian and Mark talk about the three R's, rest, recharging and rewarding yourself. Social Media and Contact Information Link Tree:  https://linktr.ee/raisingrealestatestandards

Expanding & Filling Your Cup - Part 1 30.03.2022

Send Us A Message In this episode Brian and Mark talk about personal care and personal growth, what can you do to expand the size of your cup, having a mentor and masterminding with other people. Social Media and Contact Information Link Tree:  https://linktr.ee/raisingrealestatestandards

Office Exclusive / Pocket Listings - The Good, Bad and the Ugly. 02.03.2022

Send Us A Message In this episode Brian and Mark talk about what a pocket listing is, the good, bad and the ugly, understanding a clients needs and what are your options if you are the only one in your company? Social Media and Contact Information Link Tree:  https://linktr.ee/raisingrealestatestandards

The Value of Home Warranties w/ Linda Ball 17.02.2022

Send Us A Message In this episode Brian and Mark have guest Linda Ball on the show to talk about relationships and teams, the current market and warranties, the coverage a warranty can give, raising standards, how agents can elevate their business with home warranties and how NC is a buyer beware state. Social Media and Contact Information Linda Ball Cinch Home Warranties (704) 492-7245 lball@cinc...

Maintaining Focus 02.02.2022

Send Us A Message In this episode Brian and Mark talk about shortening the timeframe of success, distractions in the industry, setting goals and action steps, where does your business come from and why, specific steps for maintaining focus, maintaining focus within your investments and real estate portfolio, adding an investment component to a real estate agent's time focus and going all in....

Wednesdays with Wayne 13.01.2022

Send Us A Message Brian and Mark are back for Season 2!  In this episode they have special guest Wayne Fredrick on the show to talk about taking action, getting back to basics, converting leads, tracking and the keys to generating business. Wayne began his real estate career in 1985. After 5 years in business, Wayne was preparing to leave the real estate industry. Luckily, his brokerage affiliated...

Business Planning 08.12.2021

Send Us A Message In this episode Brian and Mark talk about why you would business plan for the next year, setting goals, Mark's "why" for what he does and what he's put in place this coming year to reach his milestones, looking at your expenses, ROI, working ON your business not IN your business, and the 3 modes that determine where you are going. Social Media and Contact Info...

Adding Leverage to Your Business w/ Stacy Hiers 17.11.2021

Send Us A Message In this episode Brian and Mark have guest Stacy Ackerson Hiers on the show to talk about who Stacy is and how she got into real estate, going from an REO specialist to working with the general public, initial struggles in real estate vs REO, Stacy's recent trajectory in her business, leverage in your business, how many hours Stacy works now and the scarcity vs abundance mind...

Whose Shoes are you Wearing? 03.11.2021

Send Us A Message In this episode Brian and Mark talk about seeing and understanding other people's perspectives, being curious and not judgmental - and roadblocks and how to deal with them. Ted Lasso: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oZ4YSXv6Xkg Social Media and Contact Information Link Tree:  https://linktr.ee/raisingrealestatestandards

Keeping Your Business Sustainable 20.10.2021

Send Us A Message In this episode Brian and Mark talk about changes in the real estate industry in the last 4 years, being sustainable using the "Three D's" and the power of video. Social Media and Contact Information Link Tree:  https://linktr.ee/raisingrealestatestandards

Are you REALLY ready for change? 06.10.2021

Send Us A Message In this episode Brian and Mark talk about are you REALLY ready for change, distractions, some personal stories, what does this look like in the world of a real estate agent, ideas for change for agents, failures, takeaways from this episode and a recommended book list from Brian. Brian's Recommended Book List:  https://linktr.ee/raisingrealestatestandards Social Media and Co...

Finding Your Sweet Spot 22.09.2021

Send Us A Message In this episode Brian and Mark talk about do you actually know what you are good at, the DISC test, understanding personalities, Aha moments and DISC types explained. DISC Test: https://s3.amazonaws.com/bbemail/PROD/ulib/qtjk14/docs/d963e0c3-015b-c140-0254-654d19715b2d/DISCTESTRRSLOGO.pdf Social Media and Contact Information Website:   https://www.raisingrealestatestandards.com E...

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