Total Agent Access
Welcome to "Total Agent Access," the definitive podcast for real estate professionals seeking to revolutionize their practice and elevate their game. Hosted by the award-winning, veteran agent Colin Breadner, this weekly podcast is your gateway to the insights, strategies, and secrets of some of the most successful and inspirational real estate agents from around the globe.
At "Total Agent Access," we're dedicated to providing you with the tools and knowledge necessary to thrive in today's fast-paced real estate environment. Colin Breadner brings his extensive experience and passion for real estate to each episode, engaging with guests to uncover the tactics and approaches that have led them to remarkable success in their careers.
Whether you're a seasoned professional aiming to refine your approach or a new agent eager to make your mark, "Total Agent Access" offers a wealth of practical advice, innovative strategies, and real-world wisdom. Our episodes cover a broad spectrum of topics, including cutting-edge digital marketing techniques, effective client communication, negotiation skills, and how to maintain a healthy work/life balance.
Through in-depth interviews and discussions, Colin and his guests share their personal stories, challenges overcome, and the key lessons learned along the way, providing you with the inspiration and guidance needed to excel in the competitive world of real estate.
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Overcoming Personal Challenges and Building One of Most Successful Teams in Calgary with Shawn Getty | Getty Group | Total Agent Access
In this episode, Colin Breadner interviews Shawn Getty, a successful real estate agent from Calgary, Alberta. Shawn shares his journey from working in retail and new home sales to becoming a realtor. He discusses the challenges he faced during a recession and personal hardships, including depression and financial struggles. Shawn emphasizes the importance of setting goals, working a schedule, and staying disciplined rather than relying on motivation. He also highlights the power of social media in growing his real estate business. Overall, Shawn's story is one of resilience, determination, and success in the face of adversity. In this conversation, Shawn Getty shares his journey of building a successful real estate team and offers insights into his recruiting and training strategies. He emphasizes the importance of creating a team that he himself would join and focuses on providing high-value offerings to his agents. Shawn also discusses the significance of being an employee in a high-performance business and the need for discipline and accountability. He highlights the importance of having a plan and taking action, overcoming fear, and continuously learning and improving.
Takeaways
- Set clear goals and reverse engineer them to create a daily schedule that focuses on the necessary tasks to achieve those goals.
- Discipline is more important than motivation. Develop a routine and stick to it, regardless of how you feel.
- Embrace social media as a powerful tool for connecting with potential clients and expanding your reach.
- Overcoming personal challenges and setbacks can lead to personal and professional growth. Set ambitious goals and reverse engineer them to determine the necessary actions and resources.
- Create a team that you would personally join, offering high-value training, support, and accountability.
- Focus on being an employee in a high-performance business to learn and develop the skills needed to become an employer.
- Have a clear plan and take immediate action, overcoming fear and focusing on execution.
Links
Instagram: @shawngetty
Website: GettyGroup.ca
Chapters
00:00
Introduction and Background
01:11
Growing Up in Winnipeg
03:33
Starting in Real Estate During a Recession
06:11
The Challenges of the Real Estate Market in Calgary
07:05
Overcoming Personal Challenges
09:29
Choosing Real Estate over a Lucrative Job Offer
11:32
Navigating the Real Estate Industry with Limited Support
12:21
Learning by Doing and Embracing Social Media
14:13
Advice for Himself and New Real Estate Agents
20:31
The Importance of Discipline over Motivation
24:40
Staying Focused and Excited for the Future
26:23
Goal to be the Number One Team at EXP Global
27:00
Growing the Team from 5 to 38 Agents
27:30
Recruiting Protocol and Daily Schedule
28:00
Creating a Team that Shawn Would Join
29:03
The Importance of Being an Employee in a High-Performance Business
30:25
Training Agents to Become Professionals
34:34
Differentiating the Team Offering
36:30
The Role of the Team Lead
37:54
Offering a High-Value Proposition
44:22
The Importance of Having a Plan and Taking Action
46:29
Overcoming Fear with Action
