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Don’t Give Up: The Power of Persistent Prospecting

In real estate—and in business in general—rejection is part of the game. But here’s the thing: a “no” today doesn’t mean a “no” forever. Many leads aren’t ready to act on the property you offered, but that doesn’t mean they won’t be interested in your future projects.

Smart prospecting isn’t just about finding new leads—it’s about nurturing the ones you already have. Personalized messages, follow-up emails, or a quick check-in call can keep the connection alive and show clients that you’re attentive, reliable, and ready when they are.

Here’s a stat to put it into perspective: 60% of customers say no four times before saying yes, yet 48% of salespeople never make a follow-up attempt. That’s nearly half of your competition giving up too soon—leaving the field wide open for you to stand out.

The key is persistence with purpose. Don’t spam clients with generic messages. Instead, share relevant listings, provide helpful advice, or just check in to see how they’re doing. Each touchpoint builds trust and keeps you top-of-mind for when the timing is right.

Remember: success in prospecting isn’t always about the immediate “yes.” It’s about cultivating relationships, demonstrating value, and being the person clients think of when the opportunity arises.

So the next time a client says no, don’t sigh and move on. Send that thoughtful email, make that friendly call, and keep nurturing the relationship. Your persistence could be the reason they say yes when it matters most.

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Do You Need a Different Space for Creativity and Productivity?

When it comes to prospecting, your mindset matters as much as your methods. But here’s a question to consider: is your workspace helping or hurting your productivity? Sometimes, a simple change of scenery can spark creativity and focus.

Why Space Matters

Working in the same spot every day can lead to mental ruts. Your brain begins to associate that space with distraction, fatigue, or stress. By switching environments, you give yourself a fresh perspective—and sometimes, that’s all it takes to reset your energy.

Options to Try

  • Coffee Shop Creativity – The background hum of a café can fuel focus and spark new ideas. A few hours out of the house may help you approach prospecting calls or follow-ups with renewed energy.
  • Office Structure – Going into an office space, even just part-time, creates accountability and structure. It also removes many of the at-home distractions that pull you away from your work.
  • Home Base Efficiency – Sometimes, staying home works best—especially if you dedicate specific hours to deep work without interruptions. A quiet, intentional setup can be just as effective.

The Key: Be Intentional

There’s no one “perfect” workspace. The key is to be intentional. If you feel stuck, mix it up. Test different environments and pay attention to how they affect your productivity and creativity.

Smart prospecting isn’t only about what you do—it’s about where you do it. A change of scenery could be the small shift that unlocks bigger results.

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Cutting the Drama: How to Stay Focused in Your Business

Drama has no place in smart prospecting, yet it sneaks in all too often. Whether it’s a client who thrives on chaos, miscommunication within your team, or simply unclear expectations, drama distracts you from what matters most—building relationships and growing your business.

Eric identifies three root causes of drama that apply directly to sales and prospecting:

1. Dramatic People

You’ll run into clients, prospects, or even colleagues who thrive on stirring the pot. As a professional, you can’t control their behavior—but you can control how you respond. Stay calm, stay professional, and don’t get pulled into unnecessary chaos.

2. Low Trust

When there’s no trust, every conversation feels heavy and full of second-guessing. Build trust by being consistent, transparent, and dependable. Trust reduces drama because it creates a foundation of confidence in your words and actions.

3. Lack of Clarity

Unclear goals, processes, or communication create confusion—and confusion breeds drama. The fix? Communicate clearly. Set expectations upfront with clients and keep your commitments. Clarity cuts through the noise.

Adopt the Player Mentality

Instead of being reactive, take a proactive “player” mindset. This means taking responsibility for what you can control—your actions, your follow-up, and your mindset—while letting go of what you can’t.

Set Boundaries & Learn to Say No

Not every client is a good client. Not every opportunity is worth pursuing. By setting boundaries and knowing when to say “no,” you protect your time, your energy, and your focus.

Drama drains energy. Focus fuels growth. By eliminating drama through trust, clarity, boundaries, and a proactive mindset, you’ll create a more productive environment—and prospect smarter.

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Eric explains that drama stems from three root causes: dramatic people, low trust, and lack of clarity. He shares how adopting a proactive “player” mindset, setting boundaries, and focusing on what you can control helps reduce chaos and build a more peaceful, productive life

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Smart Prospecting: Mastering Task Management for Efficiency

In real estate (or any sales business), it’s easy to feel like there’s never enough time in the day. Between prospecting calls, follow-ups, client meetings, and marketing tasks, your to-do list can quickly feel overwhelming. That’s where task management comes in.

Task management isn’t just about writing down what you need to do—it’s about breaking down and organizing your tasks so you can work efficiently and stay consistent.

1. Break Big Goals into Smaller Tasks

“Prospect more” is too vague to act on. Instead, break it down into specific actions:

  • Call 10 past clients.
  • Send 5 follow-up emails.
  • Reach out to 3 new leads.

Smaller, measurable tasks are easier to accomplish and help you see progress.

2. Prioritize What Matters Most

Not all tasks are created equal. Use a simple system like the “big three”—identify the three most important tasks for your day and complete them first. In prospecting, that often means lead generation, follow-up, and relationship-building.

3. Use Tools to Stay Organized

Whether it’s a digital CRM, a task management app, or even a good old-fashioned notebook, find a system that keeps your tasks clear and visible. Checking items off your list gives you momentum and accountability.

4. Batch Similar Tasks Together

Switching gears constantly slows you down. Instead, batch similar activities—make all your calls in one block, then move to emails, then paperwork. This keeps your energy and focus sharp.

Task management is about turning big, overwhelming goals into a series of clear, actionable steps. By breaking down, prioritizing, and organizing your tasks, you can prospect smarter—not harder—and create consistency that drives results.

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Smart Prospecting: Keep It Simple

It’s easy to overcomplicate things—crafting elaborate pitches, overthinking follow-ups, or trying to reinvent the wheel. But the truth is, the best prospecting strategies are often the simplest ones. Simplicity cuts through the noise and keeps you consistent.

1. Stick to the Basics

A clear introduction, a short value statement, and a simple ask are more powerful than a long, detailed script. People are busy—make it easy for them to understand why you’re reaching out and how you can help.

2. Use Simple Systems

You don’t need the most complex CRM setup to be effective. Even a basic calendar reminder or a simple spreadsheet can keep you organized and accountable. What matters is consistency, not complexity.

3. Focus on One Thing at a Time

Instead of trying to master every platform and method, pick one or two that work for you and do them well. Whether it’s phone calls, emails, or networking events, focused effort beats scattered energy every time.
Prospecting doesn’t need to be complicated. Keep it simple, stay consistent, and trust that small, steady actions will create big results over time.

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From Hobbies to Habits: 3 Paths to Stronger Sales Confidence

Confidence is one of the most powerful tools in sales. But here’s the secret: confidence isn’t built only during client calls, presentations, or negotiations. Some of the strongest confidence boosters actually come from outside the sales arena. Here are three ways to grow it in your everyday life:

1. Master a Skill or Hobby

When you invest time in learning something new—a language, cooking, painting, or even playing an instrument—you prove to yourself that you’re capable of growth. The confidence from mastering a hobby often spills over into your professional life.

2. Take Care of Your Body

Physical activity—whether lifting weights, running, or yoga—does more than improve health. It boosts energy, sharpens focus, and creates a sense of accomplishment. A strong body supports a strong mind, which translates into stronger confidence at work.

3. Practice Discipline in Daily Life

Simple habits like waking up early, keeping promises to yourself, or sticking to a morning routine build self-trust. And self-trust is the foundation of confidence. When you know you’ll show up for yourself, you walk into every sales conversation more grounded.

Confidence is a skill you can strengthen anywhere. By mastering hobbies, caring for your body, and practicing discipline in daily life, you’ll carry that confidence into your sales role—and it will show.

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Your Energy Is Contagious

When it comes to prospecting, most people focus on scripts, tools, or the perfect pitch. While those things matter, there’s something even more powerful that often gets overlooked—your energy.

Think about it: have you ever been around someone who’s upbeat, confident, and genuinely enthusiastic? Chances are, you left that conversation feeling a little more positive yourself. Now, flip it—when you’ve been around someone negative, complaining, or drained, you probably walked away feeling heavier.

Energy spreads. And when you’re prospecting, the way you show up determines how people respond to you.

  • If you bring positivity, clients are more likely to trust you.
  • If you bring enthusiasm, clients are more likely to get excited about working with you.
  • If you bring confidence, clients are more likely to believe in your ability to guide them.

It’s not about being fake or over the top—it’s about being intentional with the energy you carry into every call, meeting, or showing.

Here’s the truth: people may forget your exact words, but they’ll never forget how you made them feel.

3 Quick Ways to Boost Your Energy Before Prospecting

  1. Move Your Body – Even 2–3 minutes of stretching, jumping jacks, or a brisk walk can reset your energy.
  2. Speak Gratitude – Before you pick up the phone, say out loud three things you’re grateful for—it shifts your mindset instantly.
  3. Visualize Success – Picture a client saying “yes” to working with you. When you see it in your mind, you carry that confidence into the conversation.

When your energy is contagious in a good way, prospecting stops feeling like “sales” and starts feeling like building genuine connections.

Because at the end of the day, people don’t just buy into a product or service—they buy into you.

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Why Conveyor-Belt Projects Work in Smart Prospecting

Some people love chaos and thrive in unpredictability. Me? I find comfort in projects that feel conveyor-belt–like: structured, repeatable, and efficient. At first, I thought that made me boring. But in reality, it’s one of the biggest advantages when it comes to smart prospecting.

Prospecting isn’t about one flashy call or one lucky email. It’s about creating a system that works, then running it consistently. Just like a conveyor belt, you put in the effort at the start, set up a process, and then keep it moving.

Whether it’s scheduling follow-up emails, keeping a pipeline tracker updated, or setting aside daily time blocks for calls, the rhythm of a reliable process ensures nothing slips through the cracks. Over time, this consistency compounds, building trust, credibility, and opportunities.

Smart prospecting isn’t about reinventing the wheel every day — it’s about showing up, sticking to the system, and letting the process deliver results. And that’s exactly why the “conveyor belt” approach works.

Here’s why this approach might feel so natural:

  • You like order and structure → You probably feel good when there’s a clear process, steps to follow, and measurable progress.
  • You’re detail-oriented → Repetitive or systematic tasks don’t bore you; instead, they give you satisfaction in precision.
  • You find flow in routine → Some people thrive in environments where they can get into a rhythm, almost like meditation in motion.
  • You value productivity and efficiency → Conveyor belt–style work often emphasizes output, so you may enjoy seeing tangible results quickly.
  • You may use projects as a way to decompress → Repetitive or process-driven work can feel calming, especially compared to chaotic or unpredictable tasks.

So if you thrive on order, systems, and rhythm — lean into it. In smart prospecting, it’s not a limitation; it’s your superpower.

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Breaking Free: How to Get Out of a Prospecting Rut

Every business professional knows the feeling—you’re showing up, making the calls, sending the emails, but somehow it all feels stuck. The momentum isn’t there. The results aren’t coming as quickly as you’d like. You’re in a rut.

The truth is, ruts happen to everyone. What matters most is how you respond. Here are a few ways to break free and reignite your energy in prospecting:

1. Change Your Routine
Sometimes your brain just needs a shake-up. If you usually prospect in the afternoon, try shifting it to the morning when your energy is fresh. Change your location, too—make calls from a different space or go to a coffee shop with your laptop. Small shifts can spark big motivation.

2. Revisit Your “Why”
When you’re stuck, reconnect with the bigger picture. Why are you in this business? Who are you helping by reaching out today? Remembering the impact you make can put purpose back into the grind.

3. Set Micro-Goals
Instead of focusing on closing a huge deal, aim for smaller, achievable wins—five quality conversations, one new appointment, one follow-up email sent. Success builds momentum, and momentum pulls you out of a rut.

4. Learn Something New
A rut is often a signal that you need growth. Read a new book, listen to a podcast, or take a short course. Fresh insights can give you new strategies and confidence to approach prospecting differently.

5. Take Care of Yourself
Burnout often disguises itself as a rut. Make sure you’re sleeping, eating well, and getting exercise. A clear mind and healthy body are powerful tools for breaking through stagnation.

Being in a rut isn’t a failure—it’s part of the journey. What sets top performers apart is their ability to recognize it, make adjustments, and keep moving forward.

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Be a Person First, a Professional Second: The Secret to Smart Prospecting

After his big win yesterday Tommy Fleetwood gave us the simple yet powerful philosophy: be a good person first, a golfer second. It was advice from his father that he now passes on to his children, and it keeps him grounded both on and off the course. The same wisdom applies to real estate prospecting.

Too often, professionals think success comes only from numbers, deals, and closing rates. But the truth is, long-term success comes from who you are before what you do. When you lead with kindness, gratitude, and genuine interest in others, people feel it—and they remember it.

Why does this matter in prospecting?

  • Relationships over transactions – People want to work with someone they trust, not just someone chasing a sale.
  • Emotional resilience – Not every lead will turn into a client, and not every deal will close. Staying grounded in who you are helps you keep perspective.
  • Sustainable success – Just like in golf, the wins matter, but the foundation is character. Building a reputation for integrity will attract clients over and over again.

So the next time you pick up the phone, send a text, or meet someone new, remember this: be a person first, a professional second. The rest will follow.

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