In response to several requests from our community, we decided to release a bonus episode of Hustle Humbly dealing specifically with real estate and COVID-19. As this situation changes and evolves the information included here may become out of date. Our tips on what to do while you are quarantined at home should hold up regardless of any requirements put in place by the government. We are looking at this time as an opportunity to hit the reset button on our homelife and business. There will be no better time to set up business systems and get your home in order! Please feel free to reach out with questions, concerns, or if you just need a friend to talk to. We are here for you!

It’s time we get focused on the most important event in the transaction, the closing! This is usually an exciting day when all of your hard work and the clients goals are realized. We talk about what happens at closings and how they may change in the coming years. We also cover some practical tips for tasks you can knock out while sitting at the closing table. Alissa even shares a health goal that is closing related! This episode has a few unbelievable stories and lots of information to help you prepare for your next closing. We hope this episode will be informative to agents and consumers alike!

Here it is! A full episode about our life and business changing practice of using email templates. In this episode we talk about what some of our favorite templates are and how using templates can improve your business. Alissa spills what her secret sauce template is and really leans into the #communityovercompetition message of the show. Today is also release day for the Email Templates 101 course where you can buy all of our templates already done and learn how to make your own to systematize your business. Just visit hustlehumblypodcast.com. We hope the practice of using email templates will take your business to the next level!

Get ready to be inspired, uplifted and motivated! This episode is filled with quotes, stories, and tips to get you in the best frame of mind to succeed. We talk about our real estate ‘whys’ and how they have changed over time. We even go through the list of all the reasons being a Realtor is awesome! Our hope is this episode will be one you can go back to over and over again to recover from a bad day or pull yourself out of a funk. Come smile, laugh and feel grateful for this day and this amazing real estate life!

The sky is falling! The real estate sky is falling! A bit dramatic? We agree! This episode covers lots of interesting new technology and potential changes to the way we buy and sell real estate. We dive into the topic we hear about within the industry so frequently, DISRUPTION. We aren’t afraid and we don’t want you to be either, but we do want you to be prepared! Come learn ways to stay relevant in the ever changing real estate transaction. Find out how you can confidently speak to consumers about the NEW stuff out there in the real estate world.

We have a very special guest this week, Alissa’s dad and appraiser, Johnnie Allphin! Johnnie has been an appraiser and owner of Allphin Agency for over 40 years. He takes us through how he got into the business right out of college, what it takes to become an appraiser now, and where the industry is going. We learn in this episode tips for Realtors to help their sellers when it comes to the appraisal process. We even get all of our and your burning appraisal questions answered by Johnnie. As a little bonus we get to hear stories of Alissa as a kid and how she participated in the appraisal work with her dad at a very young age. Appraisers certainly aren’t beloved these days but this interview may open your eyes to the other side of the process and soften your heart to appraisers going forward.

After some helpful feedback that not everyone was sure who was who we’ve created a get to know you episode that will hopefully solve that problem! Upon starting the episode neither of us were sure we would fill a whole show, but as it turns out we had no trouble talking about ourselves. LOL! We answer listener questions, talk about some of our favorite things, and tell lots of stories. You are not going to want to miss how Alissa and her sisters nearly died getting icees or the unbelievable story of Katy’s son’s birth. As we talk about our lives and favorites you may notice there is a clear reason we became friends

Surprise! It’s a bonus episode! If you have subscribed to the podcast we have a little gift for you today! It’s our first time ever being on the other side of the mic as Anna Dearmon Kornick of “It’s About Time” podcast interviews us. Enjoy this little sneak peak of that interview and then head on over to “It’s About Time” to hear the rest. Anna is a time management coach and was featured on Hustle Humbly episode 22. Find more from Anna at annadkornick.com, abouttimepodcast.com and on social media @annadkornick.

Great news, you’ve decided to get your real estate license!! Are you sure it’s going to be a good fit for you? What do you need to be prepared for? Did you know that you “interview” the broker, not vice versa? Join us for a discussion about how we got started and what we wish we knew before getting our licenses. From understanding needed character traits to what the exact expenses to your real estate business are, this episode will answer all of your questions. If you are a seasoned agent there is some useful information and insight about switching brokers and how to interview a broker at any stage of your career.

Are you the type of person that people want to tell their life story to? Or is it more difficult for you to get people talking and build real relationships? Join us for an in depth discussion on how to become approachable not only for clients but for anyone in your life. Surprisingly, you can improve your approachability and we will give you 5 tips to do so. We talk about using your unique vibe to attract your tribe and overcoming introvertedness. We also cover the importance of really listening and keeping in mind that everyone is different.

If there was one topic that should be required learning for Realtors but is not widely taught, it would be client management. No, this is not another episode on how to keep track of your database. This episode talks about all the ways we should be setting the tone of a real estate transaction for our clients. If you want more boundaries for your business, then you must start with client management. Come hear strategies for making the real estate process less time consuming, stressful and emotional for you and your buyers and sellers. Proper client management will not only make you and your clients happy, but will make you the agent other agents want to work with again!

We have a PASSION for professionalism and it really comes across in this episode. There are so many ways you could and should be a professional in your work selling real estate. Join us for a sometimes heated discussion about what should be non negotiables for your business. Don’t miss the extremely inappropriate activity another agent got caught doing during a showing and other stories of professionalism do’s and don’ts. Check out more about what NAR says on professionalism here, https://www.nar.realtor/code-of-ethics-and-arbitration-manual/pathways-to-professionalism.

Get yourself in gear for the new year! Don’t we all wish we had more time? What if we could find ways to be more efficient with our time? Anna Dearmon Kornick, host of It’s About Time Podcast and time management coach, joins us for a conversation about how we can use strategies to make more of our time every day. Anna teaches us how to think of our schedule as a puzzle and implement a weekly planning session. Anna helps busy people(like you!) spend time on what matters most. Her mission as a Time Management Coach is to equip busy people with the ideas, encouragement and tools to live and work with confidence, clarity and intention. Find more from Anna at annadkornick.com, abouttimepodcast.com and on social media @annadkornick.

If your email is a source of stress and overwhelm, this episode is for you! Come learn Alissa’s 7 rules to getting your email(and your life) under control. We talk about how we each handle our email and Katy admits where she struggles in the email game. Join us as we learn how Alissa keeps it under control by being simple, efficient and mindful with her time. Start off 2020 with no red numbers and a clear head!

This week’s episode is keeping it light for the holiday season. We have a “fireside chat” about seasons of life/business and how to navigate where you are in those seasons. We spend some time on our personal seasons and dive into “mom guilt.” Take a break from the hustle and bustle of whatever season you are in and get a pep talk from us. This chat has so many great reminders to keep you from falling victim to comparison self talk in any season.

The struggle is real. You know it. We know it. How do you stay consistent in a cyclical/seasonal business where you’d like a steady paycheck and a little less stress. Well, you’ve come to the right place! On this episode we discuss changes to behaviors and mindset issues that can put you on the path to consistency. It is possible and achievable with some small but CONSISTENT changes. And just for fun come find out what Hustle Humbly was almost named.

It’s that time of year when we reflect on what we’ve done and look toward what we will do. This episode is the one that will get you excited and in the right frame of mind to prepare for next year. We have an honest discussion about struggles and successes with goal setting and walk you through picking a word of the year and creating a business plan. This episode will push you into the next year of your life and business on the right foot!

Here’s the episode so many of you have requested and been waiting for! Realtor life is so amazing, but can be overwhelming. There are too many things you ‘can’ be doing and sometimes it is hard to know where to start. This episode gives practical and tactical advice about exactly what you should be doing in the beginning of your career or when you are in a slow time. This advice should help you map out a plan to not just fill your days with busy work, but work that can put you in the right mindset and into situations that will foster success. Go listen and then get out there and make it happen!

It’s Thanksgiving week and we are ready to talk all things thankfulness. Who doesn’t love spending time thinking about all the amazing things in their life? On this episode we each talk about some of the things we are most thankful for and talk about the importance of gratitude in general. It will put you in the right frame of mind to enjoy this holiday season. We even throw in some fun stats on Thanksgiving! Come hang out and know that we are so thankful for you!

Back again with more love for your database! This episode is a follow up to episode 9, What’s a Database and the How and Why You Should Work It. We keep the “touch” talk down to a minimum and dive into ways you can CONNECT with your people during the holiday season. We cover some of our methods of contact during this fun time of year while talking all things pie, Christmas card and much more. Tune in to hear some easy ideas to reach out and get your creative juices flowing!

Hold on tight! If you aren’t paying close attention you might miss a gem from this real estate rockstar. Leigh Brown is a successful REALTOR®, forward-thinking CEO, and #1 best-selling author. She runs one of the top real estate teams in the country, is a kickin’ keynote speaker, and LOVES everything baseball. Leigh has a gift for motivating people to become a better version of themselves. She has achieved at the highest levels and has worked with the highest ranks in business today. Her career path allows her the experience to impact business growth both large and small and her inspirational speeches have been heard all over the United States and the globe – from Miami to Dubai! From CEO’s of premier companies to REALTORS® just learning their way, Leigh’s experiences can impact any journey. Whether it be leadership structure for the new era of business or rock-solid sales techniques to blast through your goal, Leigh wants to help YOU! Find Leigh on instagram @leighthomasbrown, facebook @leighbrownspeaker, youtube @leighbrownspeaker, or on her podcast Crazy Sh*t in Real Estate.

Get to know us and yourself through the eyes of the enneagram. The enneagram, an ancient personality test, is an amazing tool used for self-discovery. We give a little background and an overview of the 9 types. We also talk about the attributes and challenges that would affect your life as an entrepreneur/Realtor. This is a fun conversation that anyone can find useful in their daily lives.

Join us for an enlightening conversation with Chelsea Petersen of the Modern Agent Social Club. Chelsea takes us through tips on bringing your true self to social media so you can build the ‘know, like, trust’ factor with your sphere. We talk about how you can add in more of who you are to your message and build an audience that really relates to you. Chelsea gives some practical tips for using Facebook and Instagram and talks about how to get started on video in your social media. Alissa comes equipped with all of the questions you may be thinking if social media feels uncomfortable for you. Chelsea’s tips and philosophies are perfect for Realtors and entrepreneurs alike. Tune in to find out how to have fun while making social media work for you! Find Chelsea online at www.thechelseapetersen.com and Instagram @themodernliferealtor. 

In this episode we talk about some of our favorite topics like mindset and safety in relation to the open house. This real estate marketing practice is used by 60% of realtors and we talk about how they have been successful for us and what our processes are. We definitely do our open houses differently and we want you to find a system that works best for you. Join us to find out great practical tips for safety and success at your open houses!

Wait, there’s an anti-hustle movement? What does that even mean? In this episode we are so grateful to interview podcast host(Confessions of a Crappy Christian) and entrepreneur, Blake Guichet. This candid conversation about life as an entrepreneur, mom, and woman hits on a variety of topics, including some quite unexpected ones. Tune in to find out what Blake has learned about pushing herself too hard and where that journey has landed her. If you feel like your work life has taken over your personal life and are struggling with balance, this is the conversation for you. 

It's time to learn how to start, grow, clean out and "touch" your database! We dive deep into the systems that we failed with and what is working for us now. Sometimes the simplest solutions are the easiest and we give you the down low on why we both ended up using a simple excel spreadsheet. We are sharing that very spreadsheet with all of you when you visit hustlehumblypodcast.com/database_template. We discuss how important it is to have a database and why using it will be the most successful, fun and safe way to grow and sustain your business. 

Are you lost when it comes to tech? Aren’t we all at times? There is always something new to utilize in your business no matter what your business is. In this episode we discuss some of the technology tools we are using currently in our businesses. Many of the apps/systems/software we cover are free and easy and will help streamline your business. Don’t let all of the tech overwhelm you! Come hang out with us and discover it doesn’t take a lot of different tech to run an efficient business.

We are so grateful to have Carl Carter join us for this second episode focusing on additional tactical advice and best practices for safety. We dive deeper into how to handle showings, listing appointments and open houses where you will be exposed to possible danger. Carl gives lots of different best practices and systems that other agents use to stay safe. Carl started the Beverly Carter Foundation dedicated to the ideal that every agent goes home safe every day by providing scientifically based research, information, consulting, training, and support at no charge to every MLS, association, brokerage, and agent.

We are so honored to have Carl Carter join us on this very important episode of Hustle Humbly where we cover Realtor safety. Following his mother’s tragic death, Carl started the Beverly Carter Foundation dedicated to the ideal that every agent goes home safe every day by providing scientifically based research, information, consulting, training, and support at no charge to every MLS, association, brokerage, and agent. Carl shares with us his mother’s story and gives tactical advice and tips on how other Realtors can keep themselves safe. 

 In this episode we have a conversation about the pitfalls to running your own business and your own schedule. We talk about strategies we have used to set boundaries on ourselves and our clients. We even get into the correlation between the status of your email, fridge and closet and how to combat these sources of stress. Come join us for self-care tips and learn who inspired this episode as we toast to them! 

Matt Hughes, the current president of GBRAR and a licensed Realtor, takes us on a journey through the different ways he has worked in real estate over his 13 year career. Matt talks about how his focus on hard work has led him to where he is today. Great advice and perspective from a past team member and current team leader. Join us as we learn more about how Matt structures his team and the reasons why he has chosen to be a team. Come get inspired to try new things and not be afraid to make a pivot in your business when you feel necessary. 

Join us on a deep dive into the wonderful world of mindset! We talk about how the comparison game leads us to mindset meltdown and tell great stories about how we reset our mindset when it gets out of whack. We give tactical advice on how we keep things in perspective and keep our positive mindset. We have lots of great quotes to share and we touch on goal setting or the lack thereof. Tune in to find out some of the positive voices in our life and see who we toast to this week!