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- Productive Agent - Market Shift | ERA Recruiting
Productive Agent - Market Shift YOU CAN SAY Hi [agent name] this is [your name] with [dba of the franchisee]. How are you today? (doing good, great!) [Agent name], I wanted to reach out to you today to see what it is that you are doing to prepare for the shift in the market? (Nothing, just trying to keep busy.) Just out of curiosity, what do you see as your biggest challenge in today’s market? That is the very reason why we need to get together. I’d love to share with you what we do to help our agents be able [to accomplish challenge]. What works best for you—mornings or afternoons? OR IF ABILITY TO OFFER FINANCIAL INCENTIVE Hi [agent name], how are you? (Good, that’s great!) I see that you do a great book of business, and I wanted to see what you are doing to prepare for the shift in the market. (I’ve got it covered; you’ve got it covered, that’s great!) [Agent name], what do you see is the biggest challenge you are facing in your business right now? Just out of curiosity, if I could show you some techniques that we use to help our agents [challenge] and not just that but to also be able to invest in their business financially, would that be worth your time? (what do you mean invest in their business) You see at [dba of the franchisee] we can invest financially in great agents like yourself. When would you have 15-20 minutes to sit down and go over what we can offer you? When the market is stable, agents might not feel the need to explore new options. A market shift can highlight the value of having a supportive and resourceful brokerage, making them more open to considering a change. Next Previous You are free to use the recommended best practices in these materials for your consideration. These scripts are not intended to be used verbatim, and they should always be modified for accuracy. If you choose to make contact by phone or text (i) check phone numbers against the federal DNC registry, any applicable state DNC list and your company DNC list (ii) do NOT use autodialers and (iii) do NOT use artificial voice or pre-recorded messages, this includes those you haven't spoken to in a while. Emails must follow the rules. Emails must be clear it is a solicitation and provide the consumer with an opt-out. Also, before calling or texting referrals, those numbers need to be checked against all applicable DNC lists. Get prior, express, written consent before texting or using artificial or prerecorded messages.
- I have too much business | ERA Recruiting
I have too much business YOU CAN SAY An agent of your caliber is always busy. There is never going to be a good time to make a move; generally, agents in transition begin to wind down their business before they make a move. This could end up costing thousands in lost production and not something you want to see happening to you, right? I can have your transition set up so you will hit the ground running. Wouldn’t that be great? In fact, [name of the affiliated agent], who just recently affiliated with us, increased their production immediately after affiliating, which is surprising and exciting, right? We sent out two mailings to all their target market area and past clients. [name of the affiliated agent] picked up [X number of] extra transactions in the very first month. Can you see how that could also work for you? Excellent! The time to disaffiliate is when you are on top. Let’s do it now! [Prospect’s name], let's go through the paperwork. Objections are opportunities to share the value you offer. Next Previous You are free to use the recommended best practices in these materials for your consideration. These scripts are not intended to be used verbatim, and they should always be modified for accuracy. If you choose to make contact by phone or text (i) check phone numbers against the federal DNC registry, any applicable state DNC list and your company DNC list (ii) do NOT use autodialers and (iii) do NOT use artificial voice or pre-recorded messages, this includes those you haven't spoken to in a while. Emails must follow the rules. Emails must be clear it is a solicitation and provide the consumer with an opt-out. Also, before calling or texting referrals, those numbers need to be checked against all applicable DNC lists. Get prior, express, written consent before texting or using artificial or prerecorded messages.
- Objection Handling
Commission Split What do you really value? Handling Objections Are you telling me that you don’t want to earn more? I don’t want to lose money We’re looking to grow new business, not get in the way of your open deals. I have deals to close Let me help you with your transition plan. I have too much business It’s time to disaffiliate when you’re on top. I’m happy where I’m at Are you telling me that you don’t want to earn more? I’m just too busy Business is great, but with my help it could be even better. My life and business are good Good to Great: offer your value and ask what great looks like. Not a good time Turn an objection into an opportunity to share your value Not interested in being recruited Build rapport and share your value Objection Handling
- New Agents in Your Market | ERA Recruiting
New Agents in Your Market Remember that the earlier in their career you can approach agents, the better success rate you will have. After connecting with a newly licensed agent via referral or co-op transaction, make a call to get to know them, let them know you, and what you offer that they are not currently getting based on what you heard. YOU CAN SAY Hello, this is [your name] at [dba of the franchisee]. I am the [your position] here. I understand that [affiliate agent’s name], one of the agents affiliated with my office, has been working on [customer deal] with you and spoke very highly of you and they thought you would be a great fit. We know it takes a great agent to recognize another great agent, and we use these referrals to extend invitations so people can find out more about our company. Pick questions, listen carefully to choose the next question. May I ask you how long you have been in the business? (Great) Have you always been with your company? (Interesting) How did you happen to choose the company you’re with? (Good) If I could show you proven systems and programs that could help significantly increase your business and income by working smarter, not harder, would you be interested in talking about it ? (say with enthusiasm) Fantastic! My schedule is set where I work with affiliated agents in the morning conducting productivity and action workshops and I have personal coaching sessions in the early afternoon. I can meet you [state availability]. The systems, tools, and services you offer are features—but it is the benefits that they can glean from the leader’s point of view that will have the most impact on their decision to affiliate with your company. Next Previous You are free to use the recommended best practices in these materials for your consideration. These scripts are not intended to be used verbatim, and they should always be modified for accuracy. If you choose to make contact by phone or text (i) check phone numbers against the federal DNC registry, any applicable state DNC list and your company DNC list (ii) do NOT use autodialers and (iii) do NOT use artificial voice or pre-recorded messages, this includes those you haven't spoken to in a while. Emails must follow the rules. Emails must be clear it is a solicitation and provide the consumer with an opt-out. Also, before calling or texting referrals, those numbers need to be checked against all applicable DNC lists. Get prior, express, written consent before texting or using artificial or prerecorded messages.
- Productive Agent – First Time Call Incentive | ERA Recruiting
Productive Agent – First Time Call Incentive YOU CAN SAY Hi, this is [your name] with [dba of the franchisee]. I have to say, I’m impressed! (Wait for the agent’s response) Based on my research, you are working hard and having/had quite a year. Is that fair to say? (Wait for the agent’s response) Perfect! That is why I am calling you today. We are in the process of making a serious financial investment (i.e., split, marketing, admin support, leads, coaching, office space, signing bonus, team support, etc.) in a handful of select agents like you. Based on your current level of production, you may qualify for this extraordinary opportunity. Would you like to hear more? (Wait for the agent’s response) When I say ‘opportunity ,’ I mean we may be willing to offer you a significant financial incentive to affiliate with [dba of the franchisee]. I simply want to ask you this question—do I have your permission to create an incentive package, on how we may be willing to invest in you and your business? (Wait for agent’s response) OR [Agent name], I reached out to you today because I saw that you have been doing some remarkable things in your business and I just wanted to say congratulations and see if you had 15-20 minutes so that we could sit down with each other? If the agent says… I’m happy where I am at , you can say: You’re happy where you are at, I get that. If you weren’t you would’ve probably called me first. (laugh, add humor it breaks down the fence). [Agent name] You know just as well as I do that this business is all about relationships and I would love to just get to know you and your business a little bit. The great thing about [dba of the franchisee] is we are in a unique position where we can invest in GREAT agents like yourself and I just wanted to see if we were a great fit for each other . Do you have time that we could do that? (Yes, Fantastic!) If the agent agrees to meet, simply arrange for the appointment. If the agent refuses to meet or gives you an objection, try the following: I respect the fact that you are [happy, love your broker, busy, have too many listings/pendings, etc.], but I want you to know I am not calling every agent in your office today. I am calling you and talking about a significant investment in you. (Wait for agent’s response) The formula we use to calculate incentives is based on your LTM GCI production . Based on what I see in the MLS, you had an amazing year, and your business could be worth more today than ever before. Why not take advantage of that? (Wait for agent’s response) I am simply asking you to meet me for a business conversation . This opportunity could change your life, and I am only asking for a few minutes of your time. Recruiting high GCI producers in this competitive market is exceedingly difficult if you are not prepared to offer some sort of financial incentive. If you are not prepared to do that, use the other scripts for lower productive agents. Next Previous You are free to use the recommended best practices in these materials for your consideration. These scripts are not intended to be used verbatim, and they should always be modified for accuracy. If you choose to make contact by phone or text (i) check phone numbers against the federal DNC registry, any applicable state DNC list and your company DNC list (ii) do NOT use autodialers and (iii) do NOT use artificial voice or pre-recorded messages, this includes those you haven't spoken to in a while. Emails must follow the rules. Emails must be clear it is a solicitation and provide the consumer with an opt-out. Also, before calling or texting referrals, those numbers need to be checked against all applicable DNC lists. Get prior, express, written consent before texting or using artificial or prerecorded messages.
- Newly Licensed Agents: 6-18 Months | ERA Recruiting
Newly Licensed Agents: 6-18 Months YOU CAN SAY Hello, this is [your name] at [dba of the franchisee]. I’m the [your title] here . Unfortunately, for some reason we never met when you were selecting a broker. However, I like to get to know all the agents in my market. I was wondering, how are you doing in your first months in real estate? I see you have taken [x number of] listings so far and had [x number of] sales so far. Is the business everything that you expected it to be? What do you think is missing ? (Learning, support. etc.) Several agents who affiliated with my office around the same time that you got into the business already have [x number of] listings and [x number of] sales. Why don’t we get together so I can share with you what I offer to help agents to develop their businesses ? I’m free [state your availability]. What time works best for you? OR Hi , [agent name]. This is [your name] with [dba of the franchisee]. I wanted to reach out to you and congratulate you on building a business in real estate. I see you have now been in the real estate business fo r [months], is that correct ? (great) And you're currently at [their company name] is that right? How long have you been with them? (Repeat, great!) [Agent name], are you familiar with the techniques that we use to help our new agents in the business? (No, interesting) Reference a success story of an affiliated new agent: That reminds me of [agent name] in our office, they were able to do [number] deals in their first year with us. I was wondering when you have some time available so that you and I could sit down and discuss your business? If yes, you can say: What works better for you—mornings or afternoons? If no, you can say: How did you happen to pick [prospect’s company name]? Let me ask you—are you working full-time or part time? What do you see as your biggest challenge in your business? What is the main source of your business? [Agent name] If I could show you the systems that [affiliated agent name in success story] used to be able to increase their business by working smarter not harder would it be worth 15-20 minutes of your time ? (yes) Great, what works better for you—mornings or afternoons? There is a clear distinction between recruiting new or experienced agents vs. productive agents. Experience has very little value if productivity is not attached. Does it really matter if agents are new or productive if they produce business and complement your brokerage? So, going forward, let’s focus on the selection of productive agents. Next Previous You are free to use the recommended best practices in these materials for your consideration. These scripts are not intended to be used verbatim, and they should always be modified for accuracy. If you choose to make contact by phone or text (i) check phone numbers against the federal DNC registry, any applicable state DNC list and your company DNC list (ii) do NOT use autodialers and (iii) do NOT use artificial voice or pre-recorded messages, this includes those you haven't spoken to in a while. Emails must follow the rules. Emails must be clear it is a solicitation and provide the consumer with an opt-out. Also, before calling or texting referrals, those numbers need to be checked against all applicable DNC lists. Get prior, express, written consent before texting or using artificial or prerecorded messages.
- Referrals
Agent Referral Offer your office systems for help in increasing productivity. Agent Referral for Productive Agent Find their numbers and tell them how you can help improve them. Agent Referrals + Researching Agents Find their numbers and tell them how you can help improve them. Agent Referrals from Co-op Transaction Tell me about your experience with great agents. Closing Form Referral Questions Require Referral on Transaction Closing Form. Sales Meeting Referral Recognition Recognize referrals publicly to maintain momentum. Sample Growth Celebration Invite Encourage referrals with a contest. Sample Referral Rewards Communication Communicate the rules of your referral rewards program. Agent Referrals
- Get to Yes | ERA Recruiting
Get to Yes Trust Appointment In the first appointment, build trust by uncovering the recruit’s goals, motivations, and points. YOU CAN SAY As I mentioned [over the phone, when we met last, etc.], I specialize in helping agents grow their businesses. For me to be able to give you some additional ideas and strategies, I would like to spend our time today getting to know you and learning more about your business, okay? (Yes!) How did you get started? How long have you been in real estate? What was it that attracted you to real estate? Where are you now? What is your income goal this year? Are you on track to achieve your income goal? You said your income goal this year is $[amount]. What is significant about that number? When you hit that income goal, how will things change for you and for your family? What do you need to do from this point forward to accomplish your goal? Follow up for each answer : Have you tried it before? Did it work? Why or why not? What are your top lead sources? How many transactions do you get from those sources each year? What challenges do you have? What are the biggest challenges keeping you from reaching your goals? What programs or strategies have you or your broker implemented to help you with your challenges? Who is helping you achieve your goals? Are you generating enough leads to reach your goal? How is your business/life balance ? Where do you want to be? Paint a picture of your business 3-5 years from now. If you owned your own brokerage, what is the one thing you would do differently? What happens if you don’t get there? If nothing changes and you keep doing what you’re currently doing, are you likely to get [their why]? What would happen with your business and [their why] if you don’t do something different? Value Proposition Appointment In the second appointment, present your plan to support them by diagnosing their need and “prescribing” your productivity systems to demonstrate the value of affiliating with you. YOU CAN SAY Match Agent Pain Points with Your Value: You mentioned your goal is to get more listings by converting more leads. In our office, we offer a top agent mastermind where you can learn techniques from top listing agents. Provide Proof of Success: That top agent session is one of the reasons that the agents are outperforming the board in [listings taken/ listings sold/etc.] by [XX]% over [time]. That is the equivalent to [x number of] listings. Ask Recruit the Value They See: Can you see how this can help your business? (to get a soft yes) Quantify the Impact: Just from looking at the opportunity of attending this monthly mastermind, what do you think the impact would be on your business? How many additional transactions do you see yourself doing? (have an idea of how many more transactions) Express Enthusiasm at the Thought of the Agent Affiliating: I’m so excited to help you achieve your goals and get you [their why]. OR Based on everything we have discussed; I think we will make great partners. Would you agree? Rate on a Scale of 1 to 10: On a scale of 1 to 10, how interested are you in joining my team, 1 being “Not really interested” to 10 being “Where do I sign?” (allow for silence) (If not a 10) What would it take to get you to a 10? The more productive and successful the agent is, the more likely a two-meeting appointment is needed to uncover their motivations, goals, and pain points. Next Previous You are free to use the recommended best practices in these materials for your consideration. These scripts are not intended to be used verbatim, and they should always be modified for accuracy. If you choose to make contact by phone or text (i) check phone numbers against the federal DNC registry, any applicable state DNC list and your company DNC list (ii) do NOT use autodialers and (iii) do NOT use artificial voice or pre-recorded messages, this includes those you haven't spoken to in a while. Emails must follow the rules. Emails must be clear it is a solicitation and provide the consumer with an opt-out. Also, before calling or texting referrals, those numbers need to be checked against all applicable DNC lists. Get prior, express, written consent before texting or using artificial or prerecorded messages.
- Productive (List) | ERA Recruiting
Productive Agents Benefit Close Clearly emphasize financial benefits. Get to Yes Demonstrate value through two appointments Productive Agent - Market Shift Offer support to help them prepare. Productive Agent – First Time Call Prequalifying agents for the appointment. Productive Agent – First Time Call Incentive Offer a financial incentive. Productive Agent – Previous Conversation Took Place or Offer Was Made Offer a financial incentive. Stealth Recruiting Plan personalized connections aligned with the recruit’s primary business goal.
- I’m just too busy | ERA Recruiting
I’m just too busy When you ask to set an appointment with a productive agent, expect them to throw out objections. Just as you coach agents to be prepared to handle the most common objections from their customers, you should also be prepared with great scripts to handle the most common recruiting objections. YOU CAN SAY Yes, I can appreciate that as a top agent your schedule is always full. I know it’s asking a lot but, I’m willing to share some strategies top agents, like [top agents affiliated with your office they know], are using to increase their [GCI/closed units/listings sold/etc.] by [XX]%, what would you have to lose but 15 minutes? I’m available [give your availability], what works best for you? If yes: Great, see you then! If no, again: I do appreciate your time, and I really believe in you and your business. Would you mind if I followed up with you to see how you are doing at the end of next quarter? Thanks! Objections are opportunities to share the value you offer. Next Previous You are free to use the recommended best practices in these materials for your consideration. These scripts are not intended to be used verbatim, and they should always be modified for accuracy. If you choose to make contact by phone or text (i) check phone numbers against the federal DNC registry, any applicable state DNC list and your company DNC list (ii) do NOT use autodialers and (iii) do NOT use artificial voice or pre-recorded messages, this includes those you haven't spoken to in a while. Emails must follow the rules. Emails must be clear it is a solicitation and provide the consumer with an opt-out. Also, before calling or texting referrals, those numbers need to be checked against all applicable DNC lists. Get prior, express, written consent before texting or using artificial or prerecorded messages.
- Coop (List) | ERA Recruiting
Co-Op Transactions Agent Referral for Productive Agent Find their numbers and tell them how you can help improve them. Agent Referrals from Co-op Transaction Tell me about your experience with great agents. Closing Form Referral Questions Require Referral on Transaction Closing Form. Co-op Call at the Time of Closing/Settlement Build rapport with great agents. Co-op Call at the Time of Contact/Pending Build rapport with great agents. Finding a “Diamond in the Rough” Offer coaching to build on potential. New Agents in Your Market Find new talent to develop.
- Sales Meeting Referral Recognition | ERA Recruiting
Sales Meeting Referral Recognition YOU CAN SAY I’d like to give a big shout out to our agent referral leaders… they have referred agents who affiliated our office ! [Affiliated agent name] gave [x number of] referrals and [x number] resulted in the agent affiliating our office. [Affiliated agent name] gave [x number of] referrals and [x number] resulted in the agent affiliating our office. Thank you for helping us build a world class company. We appreciate your support! Maintain the positive momentum of your referral system through public recognition. Next Previous You are free to use the recommended best practices in these materials for your consideration. These scripts are not intended to be used verbatim, and they should always be modified for accuracy. If you choose to make contact by phone or text (i) check phone numbers against the federal DNC registry, any applicable state DNC list and your company DNC list (ii) do NOT use autodialers and (iii) do NOT use artificial voice or pre-recorded messages, this includes those you haven't spoken to in a while. Emails must follow the rules. Emails must be clear it is a solicitation and provide the consumer with an opt-out. Also, before calling or texting referrals, those numbers need to be checked against all applicable DNC lists. Get prior, express, written consent before texting or using artificial or prerecorded messages.