Become a Local Leader: Recent Episodes
Grant Findlay-Shirras
Welcome to Become a Local Leader, where I help you become the digital mayor of your neighborhood by increasing sales, improving marketing, and scaling your operations. My name is Grant Finday-Shirras and let’s jump right into the episode!
Mathew Mundell tells us all about his chapter in the upcoming real estate business book Becoming A Local Leader 2: Referral Secrets. In this eye-opening interview with Grant Findlay-Shirras, co-founder of Parkbench.com, Mathew shares his strategies on growing his business through relationships and referrals.
Contact Mathew: Email: mmundell1@gmail.com
Phone: 613-540-1037
Website: https://parkbench.com/kingston
In this episode, Grant Findlay-Shirras speaks with Ryan Smith the founder of Launch Your Farm. Ryan shares his story, how Launch Your Farm got started, and brings advice from his 14-year career to agents wanting to dominate their local farm area (even if you're new to the area!).
Website: https://launchyourfarm.com/
Connect with Ryan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryansmithtphg/
Rob Yale tells us all about his chapter in the upcoming real estate business book Becoming A Local Leader 2: Referral Secrets. In this eye-opening interview with Grant Findlay-Shirras, co-founder of Parkbench.com, Rob shares his strategies for growing his business through relationships and referrals.
Contact Rob
Email: rob@robyalerealestate.com
Phone: (647) 209-6464
Parkbench Website: https://parkbench.com/gananoque
Juan Munoz tells us all about his chapter in the upcoming real estate business book Becoming A Local Leader 2: Referral Secrets. In this eye-opening interview with Grant Findlay-Shirras, co-founder of Parkbench.com, Juan shares his strategies for growing his business through relationships and referrals.
Contact Juan
Email: jjrealestateinvestments@gmail.com
Phone: (281) 935-7162
Parkbench Website: https://parkbench.com/south-westminster
Scott Fishman tells us all about his chapter in the upcoming real estate business book Becoming A Local Leader 2: Referral Secrets. In this eye-opening interview with Grant Findlay-Shirras, co-founder of Parkbench.com, Scott shares his strategies for growing his business through relationships and referrals.
Contact Scott
Email: scott@fishmangroup.properties
Phone: 773-316-5409
Parkbench Website: https://parkbench.com/south-evanston
Sherri Murphy tells us all about her chapter in the upcoming real estate business book Becoming A Local Leader 2: Referral Secrets. In this eye-opening interview with Grant Findlay-Shirras, co-founder of Parkbench.com, Sherri shares her strategies for growing her business through relationships and referrals.
How To Contact Sherri
Email: sherri@theultimateregroup.com
Phone: 817-929-2059
Parkbench Website: https://parkbench.com/southlake
Laura Jewett tells us all about her chapter in the upcoming real estate business book Becoming A Local Leader 2: Referral Secrets. In this eye-opening interview with Grant Findlay-Shirras, co-founder of Parkbench.com, Laura shares her strategies for growing her business through relationships and referrals.
Contact Laura:
Email: lljewett@gmail.com
Phone: 480-628-2563
Parkbench Website: https://parkbench.com/greater-scottsdale-corridor
Lambros Demos tells us all about his chapter in the upcoming real estate business book Becoming A Local Leader 2: Referral Secrets.
In this eye-opening interview with Grant Findlay-Shirras, co-founder of Parkbench.com, Lambros shares his strategies for growing his business through relationships and referrals.
How to contact Lambros
Lambros B. Demos, SRES
Broker
Royal LePage Realty Plus
416-520-0222
Parkbench Website: https://parkbench.com/mississauga-east-cooksville
Joseph & Jocelyn Maggi tell us all about their chapter in the upcoming real estate business book Becoming A Local Leader 2: Referral Secrets.
In this eye-opening interview with Grant Findlay-Shirras, co-founder of Parkbench.com, Joseph & Jocelyn share their strategies for growing their business through relationships and referrals.
Contact Joseph & Jocelyn:
Email: joeandjocelynsoldours@gmail.com
Phone: 413-324-5325
Parkbench website: https://parkbench.com/belchertown
If you're new to real estate you've probably wondered if you should hire a mentor. With no clear direction or path laid out before you, starting on the road to success can be extremely challenging for new agents. In this video real estate professional at Engel and Völkers, Chicago, Miri Wilkins, tells us all about her chapter in the upcoming real estate business book Become a Local Leader. In this eye-opening interview with Grant Findlay-Shirras co-founder of Parkbench.com, Miri shares her personal insights and strategies around why she believes you need a great mentor to guide you along your path to success in the real estate industry. Miri also speaks on the importance of originality and standing out in this extremely competitive field.
Contact Miri Wilkins:
Ph: 773-797-9500
IG: https://www.instagram.com/miriwilkins/
Parkbench Site: https://parkbench.com/real-estate/miri-wilkins
Perfection is the enemy of progress and if you let what could go wrong stop you from taking action you'll never find the success your after. Real estate professional with SYMES REALTY, LLC, Monte Reyment tells us all about his chapter in the upcoming real estate business book Become a Local Leader. In this eye-opening interview with Grant Findlay-Shirras, co-founder of Parkbench.com, Monte shares his insights and techniques around the dramatic action you need to take in your life to get the results you want.
Contact Monte Reyment
Ph: 920-680-8532
IG: https://www.instagram.com/montereyment/
FB: https://facebook.com/montereygb
Parkbench Site: https://parkbench.com/real-estate/monte-reyment
Most real estate agents are discouraged when they first come into the business. Not knowing where to start or how to navigate. If this sounds like you, don't worry, there is an answer. Real estate professional with EXP realty, Pat Love tells us all about her chapter in the upcoming real estate business book Become a Local Leader. In this eye-opening interview with Grant Findlay-Shirras, co-founder of Parkbench.com, Pat shares her insights and techniques around creating a strong community network and leveraging for success.
Contact Pat Love
Ph: (604) 377-0057 (Cell)
FB: https://www.facebook.com/patloverealestate
Parkbench Site: https://parkbench.com/real-estate/pat-love
The idea that giving is the fastest way to receive is a powerful one and in this video you will learn how one agent turned this principle into real estate success. Real estate professional with ST. VRAIN REALTY LLC, Regan Sample tells us all about his chapter in the upcoming real estate business book Become a Local Leader. In this eye-opening interview with Grant Findlay-Shirras, co-founder of Parkbench.com, Regan shares his insights and techniques around how we can all harness the power of giving to better serve our communities and ourselves.
Contact Regan Sample
Ph: 720-438-5585
FB: https://www.facebook.com/ReganSampleRealtor
Parkbench Site: https://parkbench.com/real-estate/regan-sample
When it comes to getting referrals and building your network you need to know how to get real benefits from your professional relationships. Real estate professional at Asher Chaim real estate, Robert Hundley tells us all about his chapter in the upcoming real estate business book Become a Local Leader. In this eye-opening interview with Grant Findlay-Shirras, co-founder of Parkbench.com, Robert shares his insights and techniques around turning relationships into business success.
Contact Robert Hundley
Ph: 480-253-9767 (Cell)
IG: https://www.instagram.com/jimcrawfordjr/
FB: https://www.facebook.com/jimcrawfordrealestate/
Parkbench Site: https://parkbench.com/real-estate/robert-hundley
So many new agents are getting this one thing wrong! Real estate professional with , MOTT & CHACE SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY, Sarah Huard tells us all about her chapter in the upcoming real estate business book Become a Local Leader. In this eye-opening interview with Grant Findlay-Shirras, co-founder of Parkbench.com, Sarah shares her insights and techniques around how you can make certain you are actually putting your clients first.
Contact Sarah Huard
Ph: 401-314-3000
IG: https://www.instagram.com/sarahhuard.realestate/
FB: https://www.facebook.com/SarahHuardRealEstate/
Parkbench Site: https://parkbench.com/barrington-ri
You want to reach your full potential as an agent, but you might be getting tripped up by all of your limiting personal beliefs. In this video you're going to learn how to do just that. Real Estate professional at Keller Williams Classic Realty NW, Shari McGuire tells us all about her chapter in the upcoming real estate business book Become a Local Leader. In this eye-opening interview with Grant Findlay-Shirras, co-founder of Parkbench.com, Shari shares her insights and techniques around defeating those limiting beliefs that can hold us back from achieving lasting success.
Contact Shari McGuire
Ph: 763-463-7500
IG: https://www.instagram.com/sharimcguire/
FB: https://www.facebook.com/mcguirerealestateteam
Parkbench Site: https://parkbench.com/real-estate/shari-mcguire
All agents need to know how to effectively build their vendor network so they can position themselves as local market authorities. Real estate couple with KELLER WILLIAMS PLATINUM PARTNERS, Victoria and Craig Brashears tell us all about their chapter in the upcoming real estate business book Become a Local Leader. In this eye-opening interview with Grant Findlay-Shirras, co-founder of Parkbench.com, Craig and Victoria share their insights and techniques around building a strong network of local vendors and how doing so means more business.
Contact Craig and Victoria Brashears
Ph: 816-714-8393 (Cell)
IG: https://www.instagram.com/2412realty/
FB: https://www.facebook.com/2412realty
Parkbench Site: https://parkbench.com/real-estate/victoria-brashears
As an agent, you need to be able to stand out from your competition. In this video, you'll learn how to improve your client experience and truly stand out in your market. Real estate professional with Cutler Real Estate, Mary Locy tells us all about her chapter in the upcoming real estate business book Become a Local Leader. In this eye-opening interview with Grant Findlay-Shirras, co-founder of Parkbench.com, Mary shares her insights and techniques around developing incredibly strong connections with her clients by going above and beyond and elevating every interaction.
Contact Mary Locy
Ph: 330-323-2975 (Cell)
IG: https://www.instagram.com/mary_locy_realtor/
FB: https://www.facebook.com/LocyTeam
Parkbench Site: https://parkbench.com/real-estate/mary-locy
The reality is that we all need a personal brand to stand out in this market. In this episode, you will learn how one realtor is doing just that! Real estate professional with Realty Austin, Kathy Sokolic tells us all about her chapter in the upcoming real estate business book Become a Local Leader. In this eye-opening interview with Grant Findlay-Shirras, co-founder of Parkbench.com, Kathy shares her insights and techniques around
Contact Kathy Sokolic
Ph: 512-809-3497
IG: https://www.instagram.com/kathysokolic/
FB: https://www.facebook.com/KathySokolic
Parkbench Site: https://parkbench.com/real-estate/team-central-east-austin
Real estate success is all about creating relationships that generate referrals, but knowing how to get started can stop a lot of new agents in their tracks. In this video real estate professional at Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate, Jim Crawford tells us all about his chapter in the upcoming real estate business book Become a Local Leader. In this eye-opening interview with Grant Findlay-Shirras, co-founder of Parkbench.com, Jim goes into detail about his strategies for developing personal and referral based relationships that bring in business as well as how he stays productive by managing his time.
Contact Jim Crawford:
Ph: (610)933-1919
IG: https://www.instagram.com/jimcrawfordjr/
FB: https://www.facebook.com/jimcrawfordrealestate/
Parkbench Site: https://parkbench.com/real-estate/jim-crawford
Going from a part-agent to a full-time agent can seem scary and impossible, but it's really not as hard as you might think. Sales representative and branch partner at Forest Hill Concept, Jennifer Feke, tells us all about her chapter in the upcoming real estate business book Become a Local Leader. In this eye-opening interview with Grant Findlay-Shirras, co-founder of Parkbench.com, Jennifer shares her insights and techniques around how to transition from doing real estate on the side to making it your full-time career.
Contact Jennifer Feke
Ph: 647.336.5366 (Cell)
IG: https://www.instagram.com/jennifer_feke/
FB: https://www.facebook.com/jenniferfekerealestate
Parkbench Site: https://parkbench.com/real-estate/jennifer-reid-feke
Becoming the go-to agent in your area and turning your dreams into reality starts with one simple step. You need to believe you can do it. Real estate professional at EXP realty, Dragos Ruxandu tells us all about his chapter in the upcoming real estate business book Become a Local Leader. In this eye-opening interview with Grant Findlay-Shirras, co-founder of Parkbench.com, Dragos shares his insights and techniques around finding the courage to believe in yourself and take disciplined actions to succeed.
Contact Dragos Ruxandu
Ph: 514-951-1165
IG: https://www.instagram.com/dragosruxandu/
FB: https://www.facebook.com/immobilierdragosruxandu
Parkbench Site: https://parkbench.com/real-estate/dragos-ruxandu
Finding the motivation to keep getting out there and give it your all can be a serious challenge to your business, but there is something you can do. Real estate professional at Keller Williams Classic Properties, Chrisi Hagan tells us all about her chapter in the upcoming real estate business book Become a Local Leader. In this eye-opening interview with Grant Findlay-Shirras, co-founder of Parkbench.com, Chrisi shares her insights and techniques around staying grounded and finding your why through gratitude and productive positivity.
Contact Chrisi Hagan
Ph: 816-714-8393 (Cell)
IG: https://www.instagram.com/chrisihagan/
FB: https://www.facebook.com/HomesByChrisi/
Parkbench Site: https://parkbench.com/real-estate/chrisi-hagan
To have good neighbours you have to be a good neighbour. That's what it all comes down to when you're building your sphere of influence within your community. Real estate professional with eXp Realty, Brokerage, Chip Barkel tells us all about his chapter in the upcoming real estate business book Become a Local Leader. In this eye-opening interview with Grant Findlay-Shirras, co-founder of Parkbench.com, Chip shares his insights and techniques around being a good neighbour and leveraging his community mindset to bring in more business.
Contact Chip Barkel
Ph: 416.463.6369
Site: http://www.chipbarkel.com/contact-chip/ Parkbench Site: https://parkbench.com/willowdale
New agents have this idea that being successful in the real estate industry is easy, but being a top performer takes a ton of effort and determination. Real estate professional at The Messa Group Real Estate, Alicia Messa talks about her chapter in the upcoming real estate business book Become a Local Leader. In this eye-opening interview with Grant Findlay-Shirras, co-founder of Parkbench.com, Alicia shares her insights and techniques around what it actually takes to be a successful real estate agent. It all comes down to work ethic and actually getting out there and doing what needs to be done.
Contact Alicia Messa
Ph: 425.919.9302 (Cell)
IG: https://www.instagram.com/messagrouprealestate/
FB: https://www.facebook.com/TheMessaGroup
Parkbench Site: https://parkbench.com/real-estate/alicia-messa
Dustin has been in real estate for about a year. When Dustin was looking for a prospecting tool that helps him and his team meet new people in their area they came across Parkbench and have been using their local Parkbench website ever since in Kelowna.
Contactually CEO Zvi Band shares his story about building one of the largest CRM's for real estate professional. Contactually was recently acquired by Compass. Zvi shares his journey and the future of their CRM in this exclusive interview.
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