Opening The Gates To More Listings

Today's returning guest is the CEO of By Design and also hosts the Property-Porn Stars podcast with Matt Giggs. He was previously CEO of Fine & Country and has bags of experience when it comes to dealing in the higher end of the property market. We recap the 2024 premium property market and what perhaps lies ahead in 2025, plus there is plenty of gold discussed on what agents can be doing to win at the higher end of the market. If you are looking to enter the premium end of the market or grow your share of this market, you don't want to miss this conversation.

Joshua Rayner, CEO of Rayner Personnel and bestselling author, dives into the art of relationship building in the real estate sector. He discusses the pitfalls of hasty hiring and the importance of strategic recruitment, likening it to sports team management. Rayner highlights the challenges of promoting top salespeople without proper training and the shift towards self-employment in the industry. He also reflects on how kindness can shape enduring relationships in business, underscoring the impact of compassion in professional success.

Steve Backley, a retired javelin thrower and British record holder, shares his remarkable journey from aspiring runner to Olympic champion. He discusses the significance of mindset in both sports and real estate, emphasizing self-awareness and consistency. Backley draws parallels between elite competition and effective client engagement in estate agency, highlighting the power of communication. With insights from his athletic career, he explores how lessons in resilience and adaptation can drive success in business, urging listeners to foster authentic relationships.

Today's guest is a multi-award winning luxury lettings specialist in Sandbanks & Founder of The Silverbirch Agency and Co-Founder of Sandbanks Holiday Co. With 15 + years of specialised experience in residential lettings, she's dedicated her career to supporting the growth of independent agencies and nurturing local relationships. 8 years ago at just 25 years old, she founded The Silverbirch Agency, a boutique agency, which flourished through word of mouth and a reputation for excellence, becoming one of the most renowned and reputable agencies in Sandbanks, Poole UK. This was a very inspiring no filter conversation where we discussed topics such as ADHD, alcohol consumption, health & fitness, mindset and what it can all mean to help you become the best version of yourself to be 'Opening The Gates To More Listings'.

In this conversation, Russell Quirk, Co-founder of ProperPR and former CEO of emoov, shares his insights on the UK housing market and public relations in real estate. He discusses the importance of local market knowledge over awards, revealing how agents can engage clients effectively. Russell also navigates the shift from traditional to hybrid estate agency models and emphasizes nurturing client relationships to boost referrals. He closes with personal reflections on fatherhood, stressing the significance of being present for family.

Today's guest is the CoFounder & CEO of GetAgent, who help quality agents grow their business. GetAgent was launched in 2014, reaching 5 million+ households each month, working with 7,000+ agents, providing 16,000 referrals to partner agents each month, and over 500,000 home sellers have used GetAgent. At GetAgent, they're on a mission to revolutionise the way homeowners find the best estate agent. They know that many estate agents often appear one and the same, which leaves homeowners unsure of who will do the best job selling their home and that's why they've created a transparent platform to help homeowners discover the ideal agent to suit their needs. Sellers do not know how to choose the best estate agent and great agents struggle to objectively demonstrate their superior quality and worth. This was a fascinating conversation with someone who really has got their finger on the pulse when it comes to the property market as he is in a rare position of having so much data on both agents and movers. If you are wanting to understand the amazing data that GetAgent have, a different perspective on our industry from someone who has never been an agent that will challenge your thinking, and how powerful their data is for agents to be using to win more leads, do not miss this episode!

Today's guest is founded Mackay Property 15 years ago and now runs the first eXp brokerage office in the UK. He's been in the industry since 1993 and over this time has continuously invested in himself to stay ahead of the curve when it comes to being a top estate agent. From embracing video, social media, AI, and the self-employed model, the list of his expertise continues to grow. He specialises in residential sales, residential lettings, property management, land advice, new homes, modern method of auction, probate valuations, onward negotiation, search and secure. He has also recently co-founded the Real Agency Golf Society to bring together those of us working across the estate agency industry to network and play some golf. If you want to find out more about joining the society, please do reach out to me to find out more.

Rob Graves, an experienced estate agency expert who runs Key Coaching after selling a multi-million pound business, shares invaluable insights. He discusses the complexities of business acquisition and the importance of self-awareness and data analysis in real estate. Rob emphasizes enhancing profitability through effective marketing strategies and the unique challenges faced by startups versus established firms. He also touches on leveraging AI to boost efficiency while retaining the personal touch, as well as the significance of confidence and branding in this competitive landscape.

Today's returning guest is the visionary founder of self-employed brokerage Isla-Alexander and co-founder of Open Moove, a groundbreaking tech startup aimed at revolutionising the way home movers and property professionals interact. With a mission to transform the property industry, Open Moove delivers innovative solutions that streamline the home moving process for estate agents, mortgage advisors, and conveyancers. In addition to building Open Moove, he is also the founder and CEO of Isla-Alexander, the dynamic estate agency and finance startup based in Cardiff. Isla-Alexander focuses on delivering personalised service, leveraging technology to enhance the property journey for clients. While Open Moove is disrupting the tech side of the real estate sector, Isla-Alexander remains at the forefront of providing exceptional, relationship-driven estate agency services.He has a passion for innovation and his commitment to reshaping the property industry through technology and outstanding service, with the home mover at the forefront of everything both businesses do. You do not want to miss this episode to learn from one of the very best who is leading the wave of new thinking across the industry.

Today's returning guest is the Managing Director of Chartwell Noble and has decades of experience in the luxury and country homes sector in Worcestershire and the surrounding counties. He has sold some of the region's finest and beautiful country homes and is a retired member of RICS and a former RICS Registered Valuer, bringing deep expertise to property valuations and knowledge of specialist and historic properties. He is a force behind the traditional and tech-driven approach of Chartwell Noble, ensuring that they stay ahead in the industry whilst maintaining the highest of standards. A mentor champion with "Agents Together", he is committed to elevating estate agency standards and is a highly experienced valuer of country, rural and high end properties. You definitely want to check out this conversation if you are looking to learn from someone that has launched a brand new estate agency and has gone on to list high value homes, at decent fees, and with upfront payments.