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The Elevate Podcast
Real empathy: Cara Atchison talks Survivor, true people skills, and how real estate set her up for success
This episode of the Elevate podcast is brought to you by Connectnow It was always likely a real estate agent would make a formidable contestant on Survivor. After all, it’s a reality TV show where agent skills like strategy, understanding people, and playing the long game all come into play. Last year 1st City Real Estate director Cara Atchison not only put that theory to the test, …
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The Elevate Podcast
Swift startup success: Daniel Di Battista on starting a family business, creating recognition in your market, and providing service that leaves an impression
If the prospect of starting your own business in the middle of a pandemic sounds daunting, then Di Battista Real Estate in Melbourne is a case study of just how much can be achieved when challenge is viewed as opportunity. …
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The Elevate Podcast
Just start: Ryan Serhant on seizing the moment, global ambition, and the three pillars of building a real estate brand
Ryan Serhant…it’s a name synonymous with real estate success and one of the most followed brands in the world. …
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NEWS
“It’s as if home building can’t scale up”: Here are 10 graphs that tell interesting stories about Australia (and real estate) in 2021
“One of the first things you have to decide on with a musical is why should there be songs.” The person speaking is Stephen Sondheim, the writer of some of the best songs for musicals in the 20th century, who died in November aged 91. You can put songs in any story, but what I think you have to look for is, …
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NEWS
With a focus on growth, The Agency announces the appointment of Geoff Lucas to the role of Managing Director and CEO
The Agency announced via the ASX that Geoff Lucas will take the role of Managing Director and CEO effective 28 January 2022. Mr Lucas has held the position of Group CEO of The Agency since March this year. The move comes from a company board desire to have a Managing Director based on the eastern seaboard. The Agency Chairman, Andrew Jensen, …
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The Elevate Podcast
End of year wrap: Mark McLeod on 2021, the trends set to stay, and his top tips for mastering real estate
Anyway you look at it, 2021 has been an incredible year to be part of the real estate industry. House prices rose right across the country, the auction market took on a life of its own, and the rental vacancy rate hit an all-time low. …
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The Elevate Podcast
Unlimited: Hayley Van de Ven on seizing the moment, choosing your energy, and leadership that’s all about service
As the leader of RE/MAX Results and RE/MAX Bayside Properties Hayley Van de Ven is the epitome of a leader with a vision. …
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The Elevate Podcast
Recruiting a rainmaker: Pancho Mehrotra on what to seek in a top performer, how to attract them, and the leadership qualities that bring out their best
Call them rainmakers or top performers, a talented salesperson can be an incredible asset to a real estate business, bringing in a high volume of very big sales. …
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The Elevate Podcast
Mastering the basics: Anthony Webb on leadership, 50 years of family business, and what it takes to go the distance
If you’d told Anthony Webb at 16 he would one day lead the family real estate business, he would have scoffed at the idea. …
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Elite Agent
Build your personal brand and fill your lead pipeline like Ryan Serhant
Real estate agents seeking a personal brand akin to the status and followers Million Dollar Listing New York superstar Ryan Serhant has generated can learn how he did it with a new course. SERHANT. Ventures, the education and innovation arm of SERHANT. has announced its latest Sell it Like Serhant course How to Build Your Personal Brand, which gives real estate agents and sales professionals worldwide the tools and strategies to scale their lead pipeline and generate more referrals with a three-phase approach, …
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OPINION
I went live on Facebook for 30 days in a row and here is what I learnt
I've always known Facebook Live is about the most powerful marketer’s tool out there. …
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The Elevate Podcast
Making the news: Elizabeth Tilley on how to work with the media and why you should think big when it comes to marketing and editorial
Australians simply can’t get enough of real estate and the stories behind it, and they’re seeking it everywhere they can – from newspapers to news sites, magazines, liftouts and beyond. …
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The Elevate Podcast
Leverage the learning: Kul Singh talks customer focus, market conditions, and what it takes to be an AREA winner
Between on-again, off-again lockdowns, a hot property market and the demands of one- on-one inspections, it’s been a rollercoaster year for real estate. …
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The Elevate Podcast
Tech gets personal: Ian Campbell on AI, The art of successful change and the real skill you need to master
Could a robot ever replace an agent or property manager? It’s a question many in the industry ponder and one that AIRE software founder and RiTA creator Ian Campbell has considered at length. …
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The Elevate Podcast
Rocking the suburbs: Adam and Jason Spencer on creating hyperlocal content, lead generation, and being the go-to guide in your community
When it comes to local community, few people know the landscape better than agents and property managers. …
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The Elevate Podcast
Content that converts: Katie Lance on making time for social media, overcoming video fear, and how you can become a leader in your community
If you’ve ever thought creating a standout social media profile was all too hard and required time you don’t have, this is the podcast for you. …
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The Elevate Podcast
How to build a rent roll at speed: Daisy Campbell talks acquisitions, high-growth culture, and setting up your team for success
If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to build a successful property management business at speed, Xceed Real Estate in WA offers an ideal case study. …
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The Elevate Podcast
Leaving a legacy: Clinton Eastell and Dan Argent talk self-motivation, the pros and cons of running your own business, and what it takes to have your name on the door
Running your own agency might be the dream for many, but what does it really take to have your name on the door? …
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The Elevate Podcast
Luxury lister: Michael Pallier talks premium properties, exceptional service, and how to sell Australia’s finest real estate
This episode of the Elevate podcast is brought to you by Connectnow Ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes when selling Sydney’s finest properties? It’s not all Luxe Listings, flash cars and high-flying lifestyles, according to Sotheby’s Sydney managing director Michael Pallier. Michael has sold some of Australia’s most valuable prestige property, smashing auction and suburb records along the way. …
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The Elevate Podcast
Leadership with Intent: Our Spring cover Josh Morrissey talks the extra 20 per cent, demonstrating real value, and stand-out marketing
Whether you’re an agent starting out or a leader looking to go to the next level, this recent chat with HIVE Property principal Josh Morrissey has a whole lot of wisdom for everyone. …
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ELEVATE
Monthly Wrap: Samantha McLean and Leanne Pilkington discuss lockdowns, the vaccination debate, where agents should direct their attention, and the top podcast takeaways
From the vaccination debate to lockdown slump, there’s some big issues at play in real estate at the moment. In this podcast Elite Agent’s Samantha McLean and Courageous Conversations host Leanne Pilkington tackle them head on. …
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The Elevate Podcast
How to be client-centric: Kylie Davis talks building real estate relationships, what buyers and sellers really want, and the PropTech you really need
If you’ve ever wondered how to assess which PropTech is right for you and how it can help you offer better service, Kylie Davis is the expert you want on hand. …
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Elite Agent
I went live on Facebook every day for 30 days, and here’s what happened
Elite Agent's Editor Samantha McLean completed a Facebook Live Video every day for 30 days. Here is what we learned. …
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The Elevate Podcast
Take back the narrative: Steve Carroll talks increased expectations, digital trends, and how to be your customer’s hero
When Steve Carroll talks, you know you’re in for some great insight into digital trends and technology along with actionable tips to help you navigate a fast-changing social media landscape. This podcast is no exception. …
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The Elevate Podcast
What to post: Chelsea Peitz talks social strategy, breaking the rules and how to create shareable, saveable content
Want get inspired to start getting your brand out there on Instagram with stuff that really works? …
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LUXE LISTINGS RECAPS
It’s (almost) a wrap – our recap of Luxe Listings Sydney episode 6
After six hours of flashy cars, designer threads and Sydneys best properties, our recaps of Luxe Listings Sydney Season 1 comes to a conclusion. …
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LUXE LISTINGS RECAPS
Everything is negotiable: Luxe Listings Sydney Episode 5 recap
Greetings rockstars, Glee fans and Home and Away addicts. We’re back for our second-to-last recap of Luxe Listings Sydney where we pick up on the Vaucluse-auction-cliffhanger from last week. If you remember, the quote was $14 million-plus and bidding had quietened around $17 million. Our man Simon is bidding on behalf of a girl named Sue, who hated the wardrobe but loved the view. …
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Elite Agent TV
Economy set to contract in September but house prices will still increase: Westpac
Westpac's forecasts are based on the Sydney Lockdown extending to end September; leading to a contraction of 7.8 per cent in the NSW economy; however a 5.8 per cent bounce back in December will still allow the national unemployment rate to reach 4.8 per cent. …
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LUXE LISTINGS RECAPS
If you don’t like rejection, get out of real estate: Luxe Listings Sydney Episode 4 recap
Rise and grind people – we’re back with this week’s recap of Luxe Listings Sydney. And we mean grind. No dates. No roses. No boats. No bars. Just the 5am club, plenty of cold calls, a malfunctioning mouse and a very long drive over the Harbour Bridge. The end. Just kidding. We’re straight to into the action at Cohen Handler where sales are up and revenue is up and there is talk of ending the year with a bang. …
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COURAGEOUS CONVERSATIONS
Ep 232: Introducing Courageous Conversations with Leanne Pilkington
It’s the start of something new on the Elevate podcast as we welcome Leanne Pilkington to the team as host of her podcast Courageous Conversations. Leanne has been the host of Courageous Conversations since May of 2019. She is also the Managing Director of real estate group Laing+Simmons, the President of REINSW, the founder of Real Women in Real Estate (RWIRE) – …
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Elite Agent TV
What Simon looks for in a lover (TMI): Luxe Listings Sydney Episode 3 recap
Welcome back to our weekly recaps of LLS. We’re in the mood for efficiency tonight, so in line with the TRG vibe, we have just decided to dispense with lengthy phrases and titles and just go with acronyms and abbreviations for you. We honestly wish we could have fast forwarded through the various ‘downstairs’ topics of this episode but we powered through for you. …
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Elite Agent TV
Gavin’s biggest success secret: Luxe Listings Sydney Episode 2 recap
Welcome to our recap of Episode 2 of Luxe Listings Sydney. For those of you stuck in lockdown or still lacking some kind of post AREC motivation we realise you all probably binged the entire six-episode season in one hit. But since we have day jobs aspiring to the dizzying heights of reaching our own reality shows (Gogglebox we’re looking at you), …
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Elite Agent TV
‘You’re dealing with a lot of egos in this business…’: Luxe Listings Sydney makes its debut
After spending the last 15 years shamelessly indulging in the reality shows of the luxury property market (and their over-the-top agents) of Los Angeles and New York, finally, it’s Australia’s turn. …
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NEWS
Openn Negotiation joins NAR REACH Accelerator Class of 2021
Second Century Ventures, the strategic investment arm of the National Association of Realtors® have announced the members of its 2021 REACH Australia class. REACH Australia is a growth technology accelerator program helping launch companies into the real estate, financial services, banking, home services and insurance industries throughout Australia and Southeast Asia. The program is designed to help agents remain at the forefront of innvoation and the centre of the real estate transaction. …
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NEWS
realestate.com.au sets early records in 2021; launches new brand campaign
realestate.com.au have reported an all-time record of more than 128 million visits* to the site over January 2021. Meanwhile, the brand has launched its new autumn campaign which talks to its audience leadership position and the personalisation features of the realestate.com.au experience. REA Group Executive Manager – Consumer Marketing, Sarah Myers, said the team took a fresh approach to the autumn campaign, …
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