Whether you're representing the buyer or seller, it's not uncommon to encounter an agent who is uncooperative, unprofessional, or even downright difficult to work with. How you handle yourself can be key in maintaining a productive and successful transaction. In this episode, I'm sharing practical tips and strategies to help you navigate difficult transactions, whether it's the agent, the client, the lender, or someone else. In this episode: [2:10] Just Completed the Best Year Ever Bootcamp [3:1...
Mar 02, 2023•30 min•Season 1Ep. 30
There is a comfort in having a steady paycheck, health insurance figured out, and knowing exactly what to expect each day. Those comforts can hold you back from taking the leap into a full-time career as a real estate agent. The jump into a real estate career isn't easy, but it's not hard either when you know where to focus your time and energy. This week, Kelli shares how she took the leap into a career as a full-time real estate agent. In this episode: [1:59] The life of Kelli Johnson [3:48] W...
Feb 23, 2023•33 min•Season 1Ep. 29
I'm so excited to have my husband, Corey Lewis on the podcast today! We're talking marriage, social media, lead generation, and real estate investing. If you've ever wanted to get into investing yourself or want to work with investors as an agent, be sure to tune in for the gems my boo is dropping. In this episode: [3:38] My Boo Corey Lewis! [5:16] Our Real Estate love story [8:24] Trying out ways [10:00] What my boo loves about real estate [12:20] Business and relationship [14:40] Adjustments t...
Feb 16, 2023•40 min•Season 1Ep. 28
We all know that real estate is a people business, and not just about making a sale. It's about connecting with others and establishing lasting relationships that go beyond a single transaction. Whether it's with clients, colleagues, or other industry professionals, building relationships is key to your success as a real estate agent. Today's guest, Nancy Messiha , is sharing her secret sauce to creating a successful real estate business! Tune in as Nancy shares how she has built her 'Live Just ...
Feb 09, 2023•39 min•Season 1Ep. 27
Balancing life as a dual agent can be challenging, but Rukaiyah Tyler rocked that space. And in just three years, she went from being both a probation officer and real estate agent to being a full-time agent. Shortly after going full-time, she is now a top producer. I can't wait for you to hear her advice for dual agents who are trying to figure out how to take the leap into a full-time career. In this episode: [5:05] Who is Rukaiyah Tyler? [7:13] Advice to our dual agent career Real Estate Best...
Feb 02, 2023•42 min•Season 1Ep. 26
Our mental stability is a muscle that we have to exercise. There are so many negative voices between our ears affecting how we show up in the world and in our real estate businesses. Sometimes life just feels heavy. When you add in all the outside influences, it can be hard for us to show up. In this episode, I'm sharing 10 things I do to protect my mental health and show up as my best self. In this episode: [5:33] The hard part of being a Real Estate agent [6:45] Not good enough [9:00] The expe...
Jan 26, 2023•37 min•Season 1Ep. 25
I love open houses! One of my absolute favorite forms of lead generation is open houses. I don't want you to host another open house without knowing and implementing these tips to ensure its success. In this episode: [3:30] Open House as lead generation [5:00] The wrong assumption about Open Houses [7:05] You need internet exposure [8:53] Physical invitations for the neighbors [9:55] Have plenty of signs [11:11] Bonus for the signs [12:40] Print out info about the house [13:53] Study the details...
Jan 19, 2023•30 min•Season 1Ep. 24
We can do it all! But just because we can, doesn't mean that we always should. Creating some leverage in your business will free you up to serve your clients even better. We have an opportunity to treat our business today the way we will treat it when it blows up to be the business of our dreams. So listen in this week as I share the 3 areas I think you should look at creating leverage for your real estate business. In this episode: [2:25] Funniest thing in life for me [3:37] A Review from a Bes...
Jan 12, 2023•29 min•Season 1Ep. 23
Happy New Year! A lot of times we're guilty of thinking something is going to change at the stroke of midnight. Well, I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but the moment of motivation will usually fizzle out. So what keeps you moving after the motivation is gone? What's going to ignite the change and growth that you want to experience the new year? In this episode: [4:18] New Year but no growth? [6:17] My journey through grief [8:00] Better than par [10:10] If you think good is enough [11:34] Ce...
Jan 05, 2023•30 min•Season 1Ep. 22
Setting realistic goals for 2023 would be impossible without first reflecting on the successes and opportunities for improvement from 2022. I'm excited for you to meet my teammates, Tempestt Bramley and Stephanie Osborn. Sit in on the conversation as we review our 2022 and how that's impacting our 2023. In this episode: [5:30] The journey of Tempestt [9:00] Reaching out is hard [11:46] How Stephanie end up in Real Estate [14:28] The spark of friendship [15:34] What is a great team leader? [19:57...
Dec 29, 2022•45 min•Season 1Ep. 21
The holidays are filled with social events. Every one of those events is an opportunity for real estate conversations. And I believe having real estate conversations is the key to consistent income in any real estate business. But how do you start the conversation? What do you say? How do you convert? The answer to get you started is SCRIPTS. Scripts get a bad rap, but I've got some tips to take your scripts from awkward to awesome! In this episode: [6:12] A Message from a Bestie [8:15] Scripts ...
Dec 22, 2022•33 min•Season 1Ep. 20
If you're anything like me, you want to experience growth in 2023. Getting the same results is cute, but if I want to ensure growth, there are changes I need to make in my habits and activities. As the market changes, our approach to real estate may have to change too. This episode is an extension of the conversations I'm having with my real estate besties as we look at what changes we can make for 2023. In this episode: [5:08] A question from a bestie [7:25] What your broker have to understand ...
Dec 15, 2022•42 min•Season 1Ep. 19
It's time to take assessment. Are you in the right space? Is it just difficult right now? Do I need to make some changes to make this career work for me? I'm excited to talk through some questions to consider as you evaluate whether or not you want to let your real estate license lapse. In this episode: [6:28] Journey of self discovery [10:15] If you think about not activating your license again [14:33] The right questions to ask yourself [19:40] You love it but it's hard [21:40] Who would be im...
Dec 08, 2022•35 min•Season 1Ep. 18
Mistakes are inevitable. What we do with the mistake is the key to growth. If we never experience a mistake, how do we learn to course correct? Today, I'm sharing 3 mistakes I've made in real estate and the lessons I've learned from them. It is my hope that you can learn from my mistakes and evaluate your own. In this episode: [7:18] The good thing about mistakes [10:44] Mistake #1 - I forgot to deliver earnest money. [14] The Lesson - Give the responsibility to my clients, cut myself out as the...
Dec 01, 2022•31 min•Season 1Ep. 17
The end of the year is a time we evaluate all the things in our business. And a natural thing to think about is if the broker we're with is the right fit. I don't always play the devil's advocate, but I've got some questions to consider as you evaluate if now is the time to make a switch in brokerages. In this episode: [6:43] You are not married to your broker. [11:46] The broker may not be the problem. [14:39] Be clear on what you need from your broker [18:29] What are the resources you're miss...
Nov 25, 2022•29 min•Season 1Ep. 16
Feeling the squeeze of recession? Two things I see every time I walk out the door is people and houses. Shelter is one of the basic needs in life and so there are still people buying and selling houses. Does buying and selling look different than the last few years? Yes. Are people still in need of the value and service you provide? Also, yes. In uncertain times, there is still a market for buying and selling houses and we still have immense value to offer as real estate agents. Don't let this r...
Nov 17, 2022•35 min•Season 1Ep. 15
Feeling a little stuck lately? There are a million and a half reasons this happens. And, lucky for us, a million ways to fix it! I'm talkin' about feeling STUCK. In your career, your relationships, your environment, house, town, body, brain, LIFE! Whew. Feeling stuck can happen in any stage of life to any one of us, so our best bet? Acknowledge. The. Stuck. That's step one, and it's a major one. And the next step is GET OUT OF YOUR OWN WAY! How you approach that is entirely up to you — but I've ...
Nov 10, 2022•32 min•Season 1Ep. 14
Every successful business begins with a GOAL. More Clients More Closings More Commissions But you can't just say "I WANT MORE!" You have to get smart about your real estate business and set goals to work towards. So actually give yourself a fighting chance of making your real estate business work. On this week's episode of The Real Estate Bestie Podcast, I'm sharing the importance of setting SMART goals for your business. In this episode: [02:50] What I'm Liking Right Now [05:42] What happens in...
Nov 03, 2022•30 min•Season 1Ep. 13
Surely, I'm not the only one who is feeling overwhelmed in this season... As real estate agents, we have experienced such a dynamic market over the last two years. There's a great deal of uncertainty. I'm fully convinced that our businesses will be fine, but we often carry the weight of other peoples' issues as agents. Add the pressure of your personal life of parenting, working out, getting your water in, and whatever else and before you know it, it's all too much. So I want to be open and let ...
Oct 27, 2022•38 min•Season 1Ep. 12
Productivity doesn't just happen. Being productive is an intentional action and you get to create your ideal day to make it happen. Whether you're an early bird or a night owl, going into each day with a plan is essential to growing a thriving business. My ideal day and your ideal day may look different...and let's be specific because my ideal day includes a beach and decisions like whether to order the spicy or regular margarita. But my ideal day for productivity includes routines and tackling ...
Oct 21, 2022•32 min•Season 1Ep. 11
Are you pouring from an empty cup? There are so many benefits to having a consistent morning routine! According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, “ Having a morning routine can increase your energy, productivity and positivity. It also generates momentum, building up to the brain’s peak time for cognitive work (late morning). ” As real estate agents, we wear lots of hats. Because we serve in so many capacities, we have to dedicate time to filling our own cups before pouring out for oth...
Oct 14, 2022•36 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Have you ever said or thought “I have nothing to wear”? Or just weren't sure how to show up as a real estate agent? You may think you're alone, but TRUST me when I tell you that you're not. You may be surprised at how many DMs I get interested in an OOTD or telling me the struggle of figuring out how to show up when it comes to wardrobe. While there's not a prescription or uniform for our profession, today I'm sharing some tips when it comes to What to Wear as a Real Estate Agent! In this episod...
Oct 07, 2022•32 min•Season 1Ep. 9
A morning routine is only as good as the night before. A solid night routine really sets up your morning and day for success. The gift of entrepreneurship is we have the flexibility to take charge of our schedules. It’s one thing to go to bed at night, but another to actually implement a nighttime routine that allows you to wind down, reflect, and prepare for the next day. Protecting your nights is essential to good sleep and productive days. Join us at the Real Estate Bestie Experience Septembe...
Sep 30, 2022•29 min•Season 1Ep. 8
Are you waiting on business to knock on your dooe?Have you ever thought that it's impossible to build a referral business? While we can't just sit back and wait on referrals, it is very possible to build a referral business...even if you're like me and have moved to a city where you know no one. We have to be intentional about our lead generation efforts and pouring into our sphere of influence. Sphere of influence is one of those terms people in the real estate world throw around. Let's talk ab...
Sep 23, 2022•31 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Today, we're talking about MONEY! When we don't have consistent income, it can be tough and feel defeating. As a new realtor, I remember having closings in the works but the funds not coming through in time for that auto-draft bill payment. Needless to say, I've been on the broke side of real estate. If you've ever been on the broke side of real estate, this episode is for you! Let's talk about some actions to stop and start in order to see consistent income in your real estate business. Join us...
Sep 16, 2022•33 min•Season 1Ep. 6
We often start our real estate career eager to work, but with no idea what to do or how to do it. That's what teams are for! Before considering a team though, it's important to know what your business needs and what the team offers to support you. There are pros and cons to weigh as you make the decision to join a real estate team. Join us at the Real Estate Bestie Experience September 21-24. 2025 in Frisco, TX! Join the Real Estate Bestie Facebook Community ➡️ https://rosemarylewis.com/facebook...
Sep 09, 2022•32 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Unfortunately, this real estate life isn't all skittles and rainbows. While there are some things that are great about what we do as real estate agents, sometimes it just isn't fun...especially in this season of high inventory at a higher cost/rate, hesitant buyers, recession talk, crazy gas prices, etc. So how do you navigate that? Bestie, I've got you covered with some tips on what to do when it isn't fun anymore. Tune in! Join us at the Real Estate Bestie Experience September 21-24. 2025 in F...
Sep 01, 2022•28 min•Season 1Ep. 4
I'm not as smart...I'm not as educated...I'm not as qualified to do this real estate thing. Have those thoughts ever crossed your mind? You are not alone. Me too. Seriously, imposter syndrome is real and in this episode, we're talking about what it may look like in your real estate career. But, I promise not to leave you hanging. I've got 5 tips to help you overcome imposter syndrome. Pull up a chair, bestie! Let's chat! Join us at the Real Estate Bestie Experience September 21-24. 2025 in Frisc...
Sep 01, 2022•32 min•Season 1Ep. 3
Congratulations if you're here and working in the real estate business! In 2017 I quit my job as a teacher to follow my real estate dreams and quickly found myself overwhelmed and struggling. Fast forward to today, not only have I been recognized as one of the leaders in our industry, I actually have grown a business that I absolutely LOVE! Whether you're a new or more seasoned agent, I believe this conversation still has value for you. Join us at the Real Estate Bestie Experience September 21-2...
Sep 01, 2022•32 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Hey Friends! I’m Rosemary Lewis, YOUR homegirl, and I’m so excited that you’re here! Look y’all! I do not care what it looks like on Instagram or HGTV. This whole ‘being a realtor’ thang is not for the faint at heart! In 2017 I quit my job as a teacher to follow my real estate dreams and quickly found myself overwhelmed and struggling. Fast forward to today, not only have I been recognized as one of the leaders in our industry, I actually have grown a business that I absolutely LOVE! I don’t car...
Aug 30, 2022•23 min•Season 1Ep. 1
