Real estate agent Charlie Touma shares his journey to success in the Surry Hills market with Gavin Rubinstein. They discuss becoming a 'digital mayor,' effective marketing strategies, negotiation skills, and balancing work and family life. Key moments include the importance of discipline, building a strong profile, and prioritizing suitability over affordability in real estate transactions.
Effective personal branding as a 'digital mayor' is essential for real estate success.
Maintaining discipline, belief, and continuous improvement drives professional growth.
Balancing work, family, and personal growth requires intentional time management and quality engagement.
Deep dives
Prospecting Strategy and Mentoring Younger Agents
One of the main challenges faced by the podcast subject is balancing personal engagement and grooming younger team members. The need to mentor less experienced agents while managing a successful business becomes a significant focus. Devoting specific daily hours to prospecting and maintaining energy for new leads is crucial. The struggle lies in the gap between personal experience and the learning curve of new agents. Transitioning from being in the field to guiding new professionals requires patience and adaptability.
Belief, Discipline, and Continuous Improvement
The fear of not reaching his full potential drives the subject's motivation. Instilling discipline through high-energy prospecting routines and a commitment to excellence shapes his success. Belief in oneself and the willingness to continuously improve play essential roles in his professional and personal growth. The dedication to prospecting, maintaining standards of excellence, and constantly challenging oneself highlight his approach.
Family Balance and Quality Engagement
Maintaining a balance between work, family, and personal growth presents a constant challenge. Adopting a quality-over-quantity approach allows for focused engagement when with family. The struggle to fully disconnect from work while at home underscores the need for intentional practices like meditation to release work-related tension and set new intentions for personal time.
Challenges of Managing a Team and Prioritizing Personal Growth
The subject navigates challenges such as team management and personal growth amidst a successful business. The balance between mentoring team members, prospecting for new leads, and prioritizing personal development remains a key focus area. The need to adapt leadership styles for different team members and maintain individual growth aspirations alongside team responsibilities calls for a continuous learning process.
Motivation, Learning, and Purpose in Real Estate
Ultimately, the subject's discussions reflect a deep-rooted motivation to continuously learn and grow within the real estate industry. Each podcast conversation serves as a source of inspiration and self-improvement. The commitment to personal development, mentoring others, and finding purpose in real estate resonates throughout the candid exchanges, highlighting a genuine desire to drive success both professionally and personally.
In this episode of "Thinking Outside the Box," Gavin Rubinstein sits with real estate agent Charlie Touma to discuss his success in the Surry Hills market. They delve into Charlie's journey in real estate, his connection to the Ray White Group, and his strategies to write millions of dollars in gross commission. They also explore becoming a "digital mayor" and building a strong profile. Tune in to hear Charlie's insights and experiences as a trailblazer in his field.
Key Moments.
[00:01:18] Becoming the digital mayor. [00:03:20] Legends of the game. [00:05:06] Discipline and standards of excellence. [00:09:55] Discipline and success in real estate. [00:12:08] Challenges in real estate. [00:14:29] Becoming the digital mayor. [00:17:14] Marketing oneself effectively. [00:19:30] Listing presentations in different markets. [00:23:11] Negotiation as a skill. [00:25:26] Stick to your structure. [00:27:15] Belief and confidence. [00:30:09] Buyer work and strategy. [00:32:18] Suitability over affordability. [00:34:46] Three hours of prospecting. [00:36:54] Balancing me and the business. [00:41:23] Mindset and continuous improvement. [00:43:12] Balancing work and family.