Your Reputation Is The Only Real Inventory • Mark Gordon

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Mark Gordon shares how he entered the business at the worst possible time, in 2008, after serving on the Vail Town Council and even negotiating a $300M development while working a $15/hour ski job. Mark explains why he left Sotheby’s to run a focused boutique brokerage, and how deep community involvement fuels his business in a small resort market. The conversation also dives into how Mark uses AI as a tool, not a threat, to create better CMAs and searches, and why his work with NAR, CAR, and local associations is critical to protecting homeowners, property rights, and the future of the industry.

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Mark Gordon can be reached at (970) 331-5821 and markgordonvail@gmail.com.

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The Most Trusted Agent In Texas • Darwin Stephens

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Darwin Stephens shares how he transitioned from a secure Fortune 10 leadership role in corporate America into full-time luxury real estate after the COVID-19 pandemic reshaped his original business plans. He discusses building the federally trademarked Selling Dallas brand and establishing authority in the Dallas luxury market through extensive media exposure and a consultative approach tailored to high-net-worth and C-suite clients. Darwin also explains how technology like Metaology’s hyper-real visualization tools is transforming real estate development by allowing investors and developers to experience projects before they’re built. As a triple-licensed professional and CEO/broker of the Raddr Group, he focuses on helping clients maximize their real estate portfolios. He also previews his upcoming podcast exploring the evolving idea of the American Dream and new paths to wealth, retirement, and housing in today’s economy.

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Darwin Stephens can be reached at (469) 756-3221 and closewithdarwin@gmail.com

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Lowest Rates in 3.5 Years (and what to do RIGHT NOW) • Learning With A Lender • Austin Clarence

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Welcome to our monthly feature Learn With A Lender with Austin Clarence.

In this episode, Austin discusses what the recent drop in 30‑year fixed rates below 6% really means for buyers. Austin describes how to use the new FHA loan limit as a pricing strategy, and why non-QM and DSCR loans are game-changers for self‑employed buyers and investors. Last, Austin also shares his concept of “ghost buyers”, people who could qualify but don’t realize it, and gives agents practical ways to turn this hidden group into closed deals.

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Austin Clarence can be reached at +1 650-906-2376 and aclarence@nexalending.com

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How To Negotiate Like a Top 1% Real Estate Professional • Eirik Gislason

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Eirik Gislason dives into why negotiation is the most underdeveloped, yet crucial, skill for real estate agents, and how to move from listing “features” to clearly communicating real value to clients. Eric shares how to tailor your value proposition to different decision-maker types, navigate tough conversations like price reductions, and guide sellers through multiple-offer situations without losing trust. He also explains his coaching philosophy at Archway Partners, focused on building agent confidence, clarity, and long-term, integrity-based success in a rapidly changing, AI-influenced market.

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Eirik Gislason can be reached at 917-558-3992 and egislason@bhsusa.com.

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The Hidden Cost of Indecision: Why Hesitation Is Killing Your Growth • The Inner Game of Real Estate Success • Paul Salter

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Welcome to The Inner Game of Real Estate Success with high-performance hypnotherapist and mindset coach Paul Salter.

In this episode of The Inner Game of Real Estate Success, Paul breaks down the hidden cost of indecision – and how hesitation quietly drains confidence, overwhelms the mind, and holds real estate professionals back from making bold moves, closing deals, and operating at their highest level.

You’ll learn why indecision isn’t just a lack of clarity, but a psychological pattern rooted in fear, uncertainty, and a breakdown in self-trust. Paul explains how unresolved decisions increase cognitive load, invite doubt, and create a dangerous gap between the results you say you want and the actions you take.

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Schedule a high-performance hypnotherapy and mindset coaching session with Paul here.

Learn more about mindset and performance coaching for real estate agents here.

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How To Attract (and Retain) Top Agents To Your Team or Brokerage • Jason Caspert

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Jason Caspert, Director of Sales at Courted, explains the “Moneyball” approach to recruiting and retaining real estate agents. D.J. and Jason break down how Courted’s AI-powered platform mines MLS data to show brokers and team leaders exactly who to call, when to call, and what to say – including predicting which agents are most likely to move. They also share practical, real-world tactics for using data to personalize outreach, celebrate agents’ wins, and strengthen retention, not just chase new recruits.

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Fixing Our Broken Mindsets • Paul Salter

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In this episode D.J. talks to our in-house mindset coach, the high-performance hypnotherapist Paul Salter to unpack why most agents don’t have a systems problem but they have a mindset problem. Paul describes how fear, anxiety, and old stories stop us from doing simple, high-impact actions like going to the gym, making prospecting calls, or reconnecting with past clients, even when we know exactly what to do. Paul shares practical tools for shifting from unconscious reaction to conscious response using mindfulness, daily rituals, and identity-level work, along with real client examples of agents who rebuilt their relationship with success to earn more while feeling better.

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Schedule a high-performance hypnotherapy and mindset coaching session with Paul here.

Learn more about mindset and performance coaching for real estate agents here.

Check out Paul’s “The Scratch Golfer’s Mindset Podcast” here.

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How YouTube Actually Brings in Real Estate Clients • The YouTube Lab • Sarah Maslowski

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Welcome to the first episode of YouTube Lab with Sarah Maslowski.

In this episode, Sarah discusses why YouTube works when nothing else seems to. Sarah also talks about what type of YouTube videos agents should make to bring leads and to make sure these videos appear in AI engines. Sarah also talks about the importance of consistency with YouTube videos and the equipment agents would need to start.

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Sarah Maslowski can be reached at hello@keypointhomesgroup.com and +1(470) 577-6472.

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Why Is No One Watching Your Videos? • Video Boot Camp for Real Estate Professionals • Kim Rittberg

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In this episode Real Estate Video Coach Kim Rittberg talks about how to make your videos more appealing for the public. Kim discusses the importance of clarity in your videos and also stresses the importance of the hook. Last, Kim talks about her Video Bootcamp and what she teaches there this February.

Please enroll to Kim’s Video Bootcamp here.

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How Hard Do Top Real Estate Agents Work? • Better Your Business With Ben • Ben Lalez

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Welcome to our series Better Your Business With Ben.

In this episode Ben Lalez breaks down the real difference between average agents and top producers. Ben shares concrete examples of what an 8am–8pm, opportunity-focused schedule actually looks like, plus how to turn everyday conversations into business instead of missed chances. Ben and DJ also reveal a major marketing gap – most sellers want personalized social media videos, but very few agents provide them – creating a huge edge for those willing to execute.

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Ben Lalez can be reached at 312.789.4054 and ben.lalez@compass.com.

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