This week, I’m thrilled to introduce an inspiring and innovative guest, Ron Cardazone. Ron is not just your average double-duty agent—he’s double-duty with a twist! From graphic design entrepreneur to bartender to thriving real estate agent, Ron’s journey is packed with resilience, adaptability, and valuable lessons. Whether you're double-duty yourself or looking for ways to level up in real estate, this episode is for you.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
- Ron’s Path to Real Estate Success
- Transitioning from a career in graphic design and branding to real estate.
- How a layoff after the 2008 crash led him to a new career that aligned with his entrepreneurial spirit.
- Bartending as a Launchpad for Leads
- Hear how Ron leveraged his bartending role to connect with clients, build relationships, and generate business—all while working toward his real estate goals.
- Key takeaways on how service industry roles can double as paid lead generation opportunities.
- The Power of Open Houses
- Ron’s proven strategies for turning open house visitors into clients—on the spot!
- His mindset tips and practical scripts to set appointments immediately, eliminating the need for extensive follow-ups.
- Overcoming Limiting Beliefs
- Ron candidly shares how he identified and began overcoming his fear of success, a unique yet common barrier for many agents.
- Insightful book recommendations, including The Mountain Is You, and the importance of mindset work.
- Tech Training and Teaching
- Ron’s role as a Keller Williams tech trainer, helping agents leverage technology to grow their businesses.
- His journey toward becoming a Keller Williams University-certified trainer and building a national referral network.
- Balancing Multi-Duty Life
- The importance of time-blocking and sticking to it to manage multiple roles and responsibilities.
- Practical advice for transitioning from dual career to full-time real estate.
- Advice for New Agents
- Why having financial padding is crucial for new agents.
- The opportunities available beyond traditional real estate roles, including referral networks and leveraging brokerage resources.
Key Quotes:
- “People don’t remember what you said; they remember how you made them feel. Make them laugh, and they’ll remember you.”
- “Time-blocking isn’t just about scheduling—it’s about prioritizing your life and sticking to it.”
- “Sometimes success is about redefining who you are and breaking free from limiting beliefs.”
Connect with Ron Cardazone:
Resources Mentioned:
- The Millionaire Real Estate Agent by Gary Keller, Dave Jenks, and Jay Papasan.
- The Mountain Is You by Brianna Wiest.
- Quantum Leap by Keller Williams University.
- Keller Williams Command: The proprietary CRM system helping agents g
Send us a text
