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    Adrian Knowles

    Adrian Knowles

    CEO of Harcourts Australia
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      Adrian KnowlesJuly 15, 2025

      Forget the RBA: This is the only ‘interest rate’ that really grows your real estate business

      While the industry obsesses over interest rate movements from the RBA, Harcourts Australia CEO Adrian Knowles says there’s another rate that has an even bigger impact on your success.

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    • OPINION
      Adrian KnowlesApril 3, 2025

      Why real estate leadership now means mastering data

      The real estate industry has always been about adapting, but according to Adrian Knowles, the pace and pressure of change have never been greater. From evolving consumer demands to a spike in data and digital tools, agents today face a clear choice: learn to lead with tech, or risk falling behind. He explores what it takes to thrive in a…

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    • OPINION
      Adrian KnowlesFebruary 25, 2025

      Why losing clients (or team members) might be the best thing for your business

      Change is inevitable. Whether in the business world or our personal lives, we often face moments where people move on.

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    • OPINION
      Adrian KnowlesJanuary 8, 2025

      Small Improvements, big success: how marginal gains can transform real estate

      What if achieving exceptional success didn’t rely on monumental changes, but rather on a commitment to incremental improvements?

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    • CONTRIBUTORS
      Adrian KnowlesOctober 8, 2024

      No versus know: the role of emotional intelligence in decision making

      In the fast-paced world of real estate, the ability to make quick, effective decisions is critical. However, Adrian Knowles, CEO of Harcourts Australia, explains the distinction between "No" and "Know" can often make a world of difference.

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      Adrian KnowlesMay 2, 2024

      Adrian Knowles: 20 seconds of courage

      It's a modest slice of time—just 20 seconds out of the thousands that tick by in a day.

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      Adrian KnowlesApril 18, 2024

      Adrian Knowles: The timeless value of mentorship

      The quest for success, whether in the bustling streets of real estate or any other competitive field, has a timeless companion: mentorship.

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    • CONTRIBUTORS
      Adrian KnowlesMarch 13, 2024

      The knowledge bank: The real currency in real estate

      In a world where access to information is often touted as the great equaliser, it's time to offer a counter-narrative: knowledge isn't free.

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      Adrian KnowlesFebruary 20, 2024

      Don’t tap out at the final bell: why follow-up matters

      There’s an age-old adage that says, “First impressions are lasting impressions”. But in today’s business world, following up with clients and prospects is just as important as that first meeting. Failing to follow-up with clients creates an impression of unprofessionalism, and can have a detrimental effect on businesses. Follow-up actions demonstrate professionalism, diligence, and commitment to meeting the needs of…

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    • OPINION
      Adrian KnowlesJanuary 10, 2024

      14 tips to keep you on track when the latest real estate prospecting trend comes knocking

      Being a top-tier real estate agent is a simple business. Why? Because there’s just one thing you need to do to succeed. But, we easily lose sight of this.

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      Adrian KnowlesAugust 24, 2023

      9 Stoic principles to help agents thrive in real estate’s ups and downs

      The Stoics turn their attention to two questions; how can we lead a fulfilling, happy life, and how can we become better human beings?

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    • OPINION
      Adrian KnowlesSeptember 22, 2021

      Why you shouldn’t put all your prospecting eggs in your listing presentation basket

      If you have all your eggs in one basket, you're in danger of breaking them all at once. Agents do the same with listing presentations

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    • OPINION
      Adrian KnowlesAugust 4, 2021

      Don’t let your ethics fall while the market rises

      You know it and I know it. This is without a doubt the busiest, strongest and most absurd market that we’ve experienced. Incredible auction clearance rates, banks keeping interest rates at record lows, and buyers flocking to the market ready to purchase.  It is a seller’s paradise. Offers are flooding in left, right and centre, with potential buyers hedging their…

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