In this episode of the podcast, Jamie Knight welcomes Rhett Sandusky, a seasoned Realtor from Baton Rouge, Louisiana, to share insights from his 15 years in the real estate business. Rhett discusses his journey into real estate, influenced by his father's entrepreneurial spirit, and how he navigated the early challenges of starting his career right out of college. He emphasizes the importance of mentorship and support in the real estate industry, particularly for new agents, and shares his experiences with various lead generation strategies, including leveraging social media and nurturing client relationships.
Rhett also dives into the structure of his team, the Sandusky Group, which consists of nine agents and support staff. He highlights the significance of creating a supportive team culture that encourages learning and collaboration. The conversation touches on innovative marketing strategies, such as Rhett's "Best Burgers in BR" video series, which combines local business promotion with real estate branding. The episode concludes with Rhett offering valuable advice to struggling agents, emphasizing the need to avoid comparison and focus on personal growth and learning.
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How REAL Looks In Louisiana: https://youtu.be/x8N8qJB9ES8?si=EujYhrH6YDKVsPDN
Takeaways
"Comparison is the thief of joy."
"You are the sum of the five people around you."
"Focus on learning and being around people that are willing to help."
"Confidence is earned by doing the thing."
"Surround yourself with a good environment and people who want to see you win."
Sound Bites
"Training and support is much more important than the check."
"Confidence is earned by doing the thing."
"Comparison is the thief of joy."
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest
01:17 Rhett's Journey into Real Estate
04:57 Advice for New Agents
09:27 Team Structure and Culture
11:16 Generating Opportunities and Lead Pillars
13:46 Innovative Social Media Strategies
18:32 Shut the Front Door Series
22:38 Lessons from the House Dads Podcast
31:27 Final Advice for Struggling Agents
Keywords
real estate, Baton Rouge, Realtor tips, social media marketing, real estate podcast, agent mentorship, team structure, lead generation, local business promotion, real estate strategies, REAL Broker Lafayette, Louisiana, Keller Williams Louisiana
