Other Programs (Non-CE)

Life Lessons & Real Estate at
200 mph, by Steven David

It's a rare mixture indeed when one of the largest independent brokers in the nation is also an 11 time national champion in Unlimited racing with 17 world speed records. His success in both endeavors are brought to life for you in this program as he shares his life lessons at 200 mph.

ESPN referred to Steve as racings Iron Man because at 56 he's at top of his game, both physically and in the record books. His program is real world, from the street real estate success and from the heart in overcoming setbacks. Buckle up, hold on for one of the most unique and powerful real estate and life enhancing programs you've ever experienced.

 

The Accidental Property Manager, by Steven David

Whether you'd like to invest in single family homes, condos or larger investment properties, Steve has been there, owns some of each and will share with you the daily realities of what it takes to buy, own and manage property in these trying times. From a Broker standpoint, these challenging economic times are getting a lot of salespeople into property management seeking another source of income as their sales have dropped off. As the broker you're on the hook for their mistakes, or worse. This program will answer virtually every question you may have about property management and smart investing, in a lively, give and take session founded upon what's really happening in the market…. right now.

 

Workplace Law & Financial Management, by Steven David or Cynthia DeLuca

In this 2-hour, information packed session,we take each of the following topics and discusses it.  Realtors leave better-equipped to run their business and stay out of FREC jail!

  • · Financial plans of the successful Agent
  • · How much should I set aside to carry me until income begins?
  • · When will I make my first commission?
  • · Should I do rentals to generate cash flow?
  • · How much does it cost to market myself ?
  • · Where is the best place to advertise?
  • · How much should I budget for my website?
  • · What if I don't have any money to market or advertise?
  • · Can I keep my salaried job while I work into Real Estate?
  • · How much can I realistically expect to earn in my first year?
  • · Should I start with a 100% office ?What liability exposure do I have?
  • · How do I reduce my liability exposure?
  • · Can I insure against lawsuits from clients?
  • · What is considered confidential?
  • · How do I secure my information?
  • · What is OK to say on my website?
  • · On Craig’s list can I say anything because it's not MLS?
  • · How do I protect myself on a strictly internet originated and closed transaction?
  • · How should I maintain my business records?
  • · How should office information be secured?
  • · Who should have 24/7 access to my office?
  • · Who should have 24/7 access to my files?
  • · What forms should I use?
  • · What can an assistant do to reduce my paperwork?

For Realtors:

Super charge your brand (or create one)
Do you feel like you are missing the boat when it comes to attracting buyers in your market? When was the last time you touched your marketing materials or thought about your messaging? With just a few tweaks learn how you can increase the visibility and marketability of your brand. Linda will teach you the ABCs of branding from your personal interaction with your prospects to your teams’ message.

Traps, Tips and Techniques for EFFECTIVE Social Marketing

If you find yourself sucked into to the vacuum of Facebook, Twitter or LinkedIn you are not alone. Facebook usage has surpassed Google according to Hitwise. While time on social networking sites can be fruitful, you also need to be disciplined in your usage and your messaging. The first key is to “listen” before posting. The more you can turn networking into intelligence gathering the better you will be able to meet the needs of your community. In this session we will cover the traps to avoid and the techniques to implement sound marketing strategies to increase your effectiveness and your efficiency.

Color my world – Staging and Psychology

How does color impact the sales of your listing? From distressed property to new home sales color and the psychology of color makes a difference. In this session we will dissect the psychology of color and how planning a strategy with color can increase your closings and rev your income.

Balancing your life

Today’s real estate professionals have more information coming at them than ever before. Have you tried devoting more time to an area of your life only to find that others suffer? Linda will guide you through the maze of prioritization and effectiveness so that you can live the life of your dreams.

Focus on Strengths: YOU making YOU more profitable this year!

Studies show that if you focus on your strengths you will be more profitable, successful and therefore happy. So much energy we expend is on our weaknesses. If we can use that time to focus on our strengths we enhance or ROE (return on energy). In this session Linda will help you identify your strengths and how to make your weaknesses become irrelevant.

The Best Kept Secret to Attracting New Business

If you struggle attracting new business then this session is for you. The psychology of group think is how the top marketers generate business and interest. One technique to practice is putting on informational community seminars. Linda has designed and delivered thousands of seminars across the country. She will share the handbook in how to create seminars that turn attendees into leads.

Body Speaks – the Silent Messages you send…

Is your body language saying what your words are? Does your phone voice elicit trust and openness from your caller? You may be jeopardizing an opportunity with your communication. In this session we will attack the inhibitors that are costing us business. Practice makes perfect, by the end of our time together your message will be congruent with your words.

For AEs or Strategic Planning Conferences:

Is it time your Association tried a Face Lift?

Are you seeing members dropping like flies? Do you have a hard time communicating the value you as a members of the association? If you answered yes to either of these questions your Association may need a Face Lift.

After all, Face Lifts can be subtle, gentle changes that create a fresh new look and appeal. With a little ‘tweaking’ of your services and programs, you can create an infusion of energy into your association that will defy the gravity of the economy and public perception.

Attend this session and learn how the following changes can shave years off your Association’s age and generate loyalty in members, and create new ones:

  • ·       What’s in a brand?
  • ·       Communication techniques through all levels of the organization
  • ·       Ways to create lifelong members
  • ·       Building perceived value
  • ·       How to avoid burn out