The Smart Agents Podcast

Episode 216 of The Smart Agents Podcast features Kyle Southard, Air Force Veteran turned real estate agent. Launching his real estate career just four years ago in Louisiana, Kyle shares how he built his business and sphere of influence in the early years. Looking to take home more of his commission earnings, Kyle found Pinnacle Realty Advisors, a subscription-based brokerage and hasn’t looked bac...

Episode 215 of The Smart Agents Podcast features John Horn, CEO of StubGroup, a leading digital advertising agency and Premier Google Partner. Whether you're new to Google Ads or have managed multiple campaigns for your real estate business John offers invaluable tips you won’t want to miss. In this episode, John dives into the competitive landscape of digital advertising, covering essential topic...

Episode 214 of The Smart Agents Podcast features Kim Giarraputo, New York-based real estate agent of 10 years. Discussing her transition from technology sales, Kim emphasizes the importance of building a strong sphere of influence, effective marketing strategies, and maintaining client relationships.  Additionally, Kim shares her tips for success as a new agent, including the importance of mentors...

Episode 213 of The Smart Agents Podcast features Founder of Rainmaker and LinkedIn Lead Generation Expert Colin Hirdman. Projected to grow to nearly 1 Billion Users by 2028, LinkedIn is still severely underutilized in the real estate industry as a lead generation tool. Throughout our conversation, Colin discusses the evolution of LinkedIn as a powerful sales tool, the importance of building an aut...

Episode 212 of The Smart Agents Podcast features Chris Webb, Founder and owner of The Estate Agent Consultancy. With nearly two decades of hands-on experience in the UK real estate industry, Chris has become a trusted expert in helping agents increase revenue, secure more listings, and convert leads more effectively. Throughout our conversation, Chris shares invaluable advice and actionable tips o...

Episode 211 of The Smart Agents Podcast features the CEO of PWNE Capital, Ron Jones. With more than 30 years of experience in the Southern California real estate market, Ron has developed a deep understanding of the investor mindset and now shares that knowledge with agents looking to better scale their businesses. Throughout our conversation, Ron shares why he thinks real estate agents should be...

Episode 210 of The Smart Agents Podcast features Robert Kennedy III, Founder of Kennetik Kommunications and a licensed real estate agent. In sales, strong communication skills are essential, but as Robert explains, it's the ability to connect with people on a personal level that truly sets you apart and helps build lasting relationships. During our conversation, Robert shares valuable insights on...

Episode 209 of The Smart Agents Podcast features Founder of Spark Investment Group, Arn Cenedella. With more than four decades in the real estate industry, Arn built a successful residential brokerage in Silicon Valley all while growing his own investment portfolio. In 2020, he launched Spark Invest Group and focuses primarily on multifamily investments. Throughout our conversation, Arn shares why...

Episode 208 of The Smart Agents Podcast features TJ Carrender, President of Authorify. Drawing from his extensive experience in corporate leadership, TJ reveals his strategies for fostering a culture of excellence and continuously setting new benchmarks for success. Through this wide-ranging conversation, TJ shares his leadership philosophies, emphasizing the importance of employee development and...

Episode 207 of The Smart Agents Podcast features San Fransisco-based real estate broker and Founder of The Agent Unleashed, Chris Stafford. Drawing on his more than 30 years of experience in one of the most competitive markets in the county, Chris shares his tips for generating more leads without spending additional money. Throughout our conversation, Chris emphasizes the importance of working you...

Episode 206 of The Smart Agents Podcast features Co-Owners of Realty One Group Gold Standard, Dionne Malush and Mike Hanlon. Nearly 7 years into launching their brokerage, both Dionne and Mike built successful real estate businesses after transitioning into the industry from other careers. Throughout our conversation, Dionne and Mike share how they have grown Realty One Group Gold Standard through...

Episode 205 of The Smart Agents Podcast features Ryan Holck, brand messaging strategist and Founder of Distill Your Story. Specializing in helping brands identify their unique story, Ryan guides business owners in simplifying their messaging to better resonate with potential customers both online and off. Throughout our conversation, Ryan shares tips for crafting clear messaging, incorporating rel...

Episode 204 of The Smart Agents Podcast features Mitch Carson, a seasoned professional speaker and PR expert, to dive into the world of publicity. Mitch shares how real estate agents can harness the power of media to boost their credibility and stand out in a crowded market.  He highlights the importance of presenting yourself in the right way and making the most of media opportunities to get ahea...

Episode 203 of The Smart Agents Podcast features Jess Lenouvel, Founder of The Listings Lab. Following her 15-year real estate career, Jess launched The Listings Lab and has helped countless real estate professionals scale their businesses to the ones they’ve always dreamed of. Throughout our conversation, Jess emphasizes the importance of treating real estate as a business from day one and alloca...

Episode 202 of The Smart Agents Podcast features Bill Walsh, the "King of Objection Handling" and Founder of The Objection Box. Helping entrepreneurs scale their businesses to achieve financial freedom, Bill focuses on attacking common objections by identifying what he calls the North Star of a sale. Throughout our conversation, Bill emphasizes the importance of building confidence throu...

Episode 201 of The Smart Agents Podcast features returning guest Katie McCowen. After building a thriving real estate career in Florida, Katie moved to Wisconsin and had to build a new sphere of influence from scratch. She'll discuss the innovative strategies she used to establish herself, including leveraging video content to showcase the area and provide valuable information to potential cli...

Episode 200 of The Smart Agents Podcast features Calvin Curry, Founder and CEO of Authorify. In this episode, Calvin shares his extensive background, starting as a real estate agent in 2006 and discovering his passion for direct response marketing. He discusses the early days of using long-form sales letters and transitioning to the more authoritative approach of book marketing. Calvin’s insights...

Episode 199 of The Smart Agents Podcast Jacki Semerau Tait, The Queen Of Relational Real Estate. Based in Flagstaff, Arizona, Jacki is a top-producing realtor, acclaimed real estate coach, and best-selling author who has achieved remarkable success after facing a major setback. Once down to her last $4, Jacki has rebounded to achieve Top 1% status with her group for five consecutive years. Through...

Episode 198 of The Smart Agents Podcast features Bishoy M. Habib, Esq., co-founder of CapStar Real Estate. With an extensive law background, operating Legacy Legal, Bishoy shares how the two careers have intersected and the success he is having.  Explore the unique strategies that have propelled CapStar Real Estate to success, and learn how to think outside the box to attract clients and build a s...

Episode 197 of The Smart Agents Podcast features Jocelynn Flowers, CEO and founder of J. Flowers Marketing. Sharing her invaluable insights on digital marketing and the art of creating intentional impact, Jocelynn underscores the importance of consistency in digital marketing efforts and the necessity of building trust and rapport with your audience. Jocelynn reveals the power of authenticity and...

Episode 196 of The Smart Agents Podcast features Phoenix-based, Ali Al-Asady. Ali shares his journey as a refugee from Iraq to the United States and his path to becoming a successful real estate agent. He discusses his motivation for getting his real estate license and the importance of continuous learning and building relationships with community leaders.  Al-Asady talks about the importance of b...

Episode 195 of The Smart Agents Podcast features Ray Glymph, a full-time real estate investor who now owns more than 100 doors after finding himself homeless twice at an early age. Ray shares emphasizing the importance of hard work and determination in overcoming life’s toughest challenges and achieving success in real estate investing. Ray delves into his investment strategies, highlighting his p...

Episode 194 of The Smart Agents Podcast features Jim Remley, Founder of E Real Estate Coach. Launching his own real estate career 35 years ago at the age of 19, he quickly found success in his Oregon market, ranking in the top #1 of agents nationwide. By the age of 24, he launched his own real estate company that grew to include 17 offices. Over the course of our conversation, Jim shares his insig...

Episode 193 of The Smart Agents Podcast features Jackson Hole, Wyoming-based Realtor, Latham Jenkins. Latham delves into the critical role lifestyle plays in real estate and how visual media can elevate property marketing. He stresses the importance of showcasing local amenities and creating a sense of desire through captivating imagery. Latham highlights the value of being a hyper-local expert, s...

Episode 192 of The Smart Agents Podcast features New Jersey real estate agent and Direct Mail Expert, Kristy Ball. As one of the most affordable ways to get your name out to prospective clients, direct mail is sometimes forgotten in the digital world. As part of a 50-year family printing business, Kristy focuses on helping agents create impactful marketing campaigns that will help them stand out f...