Reside Platform Podcast The Secret Behind 1,000+ Applicants with Michael Gillies
Suneet dives deep with Michael Gillies, team leader of Gillies Team Real Estate. Michael shares how he evolved from grinding 160 days straight to building a scalable, tech-empowered business that prioritizes both performance and personal freedom. Learn how Michael recruits 1,000+ agents using a twice-weekly Zoom strategy, the tools he swears by (Sisu and Follow-Up Boss), and his real talk on leadership, burnout, and building a team culture that lasts. Whether you're stuck at five agents or looking to double production, Michael’s insights on team growth, automation, and legacy-building will fuel your next level.
Chapters:
- 00:00:00 – A Brutally Honest Start: 160 Days Without a Break
- 00:00:27 – Kicking Off the Reside Platform with Fire
- 00:00:42 – Meet Michael Gillies: Scaling Teams, Leading Legacies
- 00:00:56 – The Zoom Strategy Fueling Explosive Agent Recruitment
- 00:01:42 – Free Licenses, Real Talk & Winning with Indeed Ads
- 00:07:33 – From Parents’ Business to Powerhouse Team Leader
- 00:15:07 – The Tech Stack That’s Changing the Game
- 00:17:54 – Why Standing Still Isn’t an Option: Recruit or Fall Behind
- 00:20:55 – The Raw Truth About Burnout, Family & Real Estate Life
- 00:22:52 – Wrap-Up: How to Connect with Michael & Keep Growing
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