Sold Right Away w. Maude Leger

Everyone Needs an Expert

This week we Interviewed Tamara Grant, the founder of Destined Dreams Home Staging & Redesign. Destined Dreams has been In business since 2016, specializing in home staging of the occupied property. 

 

They provide services and solutions in order to help Realtors make their listings look market ready! Whether you are looking for a full service package, or simply a little bit of expert advice, Tamara and her team can help you optimize the equity in your listing by enhancing the perceived value. 

 

In Tamara’s experience working with Realtor’s, she has one simple but key piece of advice. Your listings must look good. She suggests having another set of eyes look at the property before you list, in order to make sure you’re always putting your best foot forward. 

 

You can find Tamara and Destined Dreams Home Staging using the links below! 

 

https://www.facebook.com/destineddreams1/

https://www.destineddreams.ca

@destineddreams

 

Networking pathway to success

Networking pathway to success.

 

Interview with Michelle Bush, business advisor and HR Coach. Michelle works with small businesses, aspiring HR professionals and those looking for a career change.

 

This episode is all about networking and the advantages it can have on both a personal and professional level. When Michelle first made her leap to being an entrepreneur she did not have many connections. After making an effort to meet new people and make genuine connections in her community, it has led to many pathway of new opportunities.

 

Check out this episode to learn more about Michelle's journey and experience with networking. Networking can seem intimidating but it doesn't have to be. You never know what might happen after meeting someone new. #RealtorsConspiracy

If You Don't know What You're Looking For, You're Not Going To Find It.

Interview with Michelle Bush, Business Advisor & HR Coach. Michelle works with small businesses, aspiring HR professionals, and those looking at career searching/change.

 

In this Episode, Michelle gives us some fantastic advice on how to deal with common HR issues we encounter as small business owners. She walks us through an effective hiring process, and gives us insight into the minor, but effective practices that increase employee retention.

 

Looking to hire in the near future? Curious about the effectiveness of your current HR procedures? Check out this episode! It’s filled with great information and advice for anyone thinking about hiring an employee, building a team or starting a business venture!

Position Yourself In The Market

Interview with Andrew Furry from RE/MAX Escarpment, AKA “The guy with the hat”! Andrew is one of those people who see the glass half full instead of half empty, even the Covid-19 Pandemic! He gave us some interesting insight into the changes in the market he has noticed throughout the past few months, and shared his positive take on the situation.

 

As a Realtor for many years, Andrew has experienced the rollercoaster that is the Real Estate Market. A key piece of advice he has for all of those in the industry is to "find a way to position yourself in the market that is unique to you. Focus on doing one or two things really well.” Listen as he shares with us how he has used this to shape his career and success in such a competitive industry. 

Show Up and Stand Out

This week we are welcoming Lynn Fee from the Lynn Fee Team and Keller Williams. Based in Grimsby, Lynn and her team pride themselves on their high level systems, customer service and community connection. 

Branding is a very essential aspect in Lynn's business. She believes strongly in the importance of maintaining a positive and consistent message throughout her physical branding pieces, but also in the message that comes to mind when when people hear or see "Lynn Fee Team." Lynn talks with us about what has made her successful in running a Real Estate business, and how she grew and established her own team. She provides some great advice for not just Realtors, but all entrepreneurs. Lastly, Lynn gives us a sneak peak into her exciting plans for the future!

What is your added value?

This week we are welcoming back Todd Barker and Nikki Vrba from The Preferred Pair and REMAX Escarpment! Whether you are a Realtor or an entrepreneur, this is a must watch for business owners of all types. From leveraging new technology, to keeping a consistent and organized sales pipeline, there are so many ideas to inspire you throughout this episode. Todd and Nikki talk with us about their personal experience with COVID-19, and their answers might surprise you. They also share some of the interesting trends and actions they are noticing from both buyers and sellers during this time. Want to hear more about how the Preferred Pair win their listings? Check out this week’s Podcast! 

BCOC - Connecting Leaders & Creating Opportunities

Interview with Carla Nell, the President and CEO of the Burlington Chamber of Commerce. "COVID-19 is unlike anything we have ever experienced, and the economic impact has been very deep and profound." in this interview,  Carla talks with us about the economic impact of the current pandemic, and how we should be responding as citizens of Burlington and as local business owners. She speaks with us about the many resources available to us, and how the Chamber is continuing to work with businesses to help them recover from this crisis. 

She also gives us insight into the value of being part of the Burlington Chamber. According to Carla, Chamber membership right now is more valuable than it's ever been. Listen as she gives us the top 3 benefits of being a Chamber member. 

This interview is filled with valuable information and advice for local Realtor's and Entrepreneurs, check it out now!

Look at challenges as opportunities

This week, we will be welcoming back Clinton Howell from RE/MAX Escarpment. Clinton shares with us how Covid-19 has changed the way he is running his Real Estate business. Clinton talks about the importance of looking at every challenge you face as an opportunity to grow, and how that mindset has kept him motivated. From hosting virtual events for his clients, to selling homes that the buyers have only viewed online, this episode is packed full of valuable tips for Realtor's trying to navigate through these unprecedented times. Looking for creative ways to market your listings virtually? Check out this episode!

Working ON the business when we can’t work IN the business.

Interview with Trish Tonaj, an inspiring speaker, entrepreneur and my business coach! If there’s one thing Trish knows anything about, it’s running a business. This week Trish gives us some fantastic advice on how to navigate through the crisis that is Covid-19. She talks to us about the importance of “Getting in front of your logo” and starting to get more personal in our business practices. She also talks to us about the shift to the soft sell - focussing on how we can serve and help people more than anything else. This episode is filled with tips and ideas that will change the way you approach the next phase of your life and your business, whatever that may be. It is one you don’t want to miss! Check it out! 

 

Real Estate Online with Sarah Donnelly

Interview with Sarah Donnelly from REMAX Escarpment. Sarah is currently in her 3rd year as a licensed Realtor, and 5th year in the industry. Sarah loves that as a Realtor, she has the ability to be unique and different, creating her own personal brand. She has taken full advantage of her background in marketing, and used it to promote her business, especially on online platforms. In this episode, Sarah and I discuss how her online presence is helping her continue to connect with clients and prospects. And with the current Covid-19 pandemic, and social distancing restrictions, this has become more valuable than it ever has been. Sarah shares with us her personal experience in the Real Estate Industry, how she is adapting to Covid-19, and some fantastic tips for Realtors starting out.