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The Smart Agents PodcastEpisode 108: Tapping Into Home Showing SuperpowersEpisode 108 of The Smart Agents Podcast featured Roseann Galvan, author of Showing Superpower: The Real Estate Agent’s Guide to Creating Bespoke Property Presentations, Fast Commissions and Lifelong Clients.
If you’ve spent any time in the real estate industry you’ve shown hundreds of homes, but while viewing properties herself, Roseann realized agents were not maximizing these opportunities.
Throughout our conversation, she shares her tips for communicating with clients to find the perfect property quickly, making the most out of open house showings and how to maintain personal connections in the virtual world.
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Real Estate Growth HackersThree of the Showing SuperPower CommandmentsIn this episode of The Real Estate Growth Hackers Show, Roseann Galvan joins Zach Hammer to talk about the three commandments of her book Showing SuperPower: The Real Estate Agent’s Guide to Creating Bespoke Property Presentations, Faster Commissions, and Lifelong Clients.Roseann is a realtor and the author of the book Showing SuperPower—a book that helps you discover the insider tricks and practices to make a property and its assets stand out and resonate with prospective buyers.Tune in to this week’s episode and learn three tricks and practices from t...2022-06-1341 min
Communications Czar PodcastBringing Your True Self to Work with Linda Basso, Author of The Authentic MarketerDo you bring your true self to work? Freely sharing your ideas, opinions, and genius, despite what other people may think. Or, are exhausted by trying to fit in and afraid of being discovered as the fraud that you sometimes feel like? Are you able to have difficult conversations at work, or do you just go along with the flow, trying to please other people? Do you spend time in your day feeling like an imposter, holding back parts of yourself? Guest Czar and author, Linda Basso, shares the value of bringing your authentic self...2021-10-1238 min
Communications Czar PodcastUncovering Your Authentic Self with Purpose Coach Joey ChandlerJoey Chandler, Purpose Coach and Host of The What's Your Purpose? Podcast, has identified five core values: Love, Joy, Happiness, Excitement and Freedom - that drive people. Isn't it time that you figured out who you are and make greater use of that in your life? The challenge, according to Chandler, is to identify what purpose actually motivates you rather than just what you think you are supposed to value. Identifying and being more intentional about your purpose will prevent you from having that feeling of exerting a lot of effort but not ma...2021-09-1423 min
Communications Czar PodcastFearless Presentations With The Fearless Millennial Speaking Coach Tiffany FooteSpeech and Communications Coach Tiffany Foote joins us to share her insights into how you can have fearless and engaging presentations. Tiffany, who earned her "Fearless Millennial" title in her workplace, has personally conquered her own fear of public speaking and now enjoys helping others to do the same. She focuses on practical tips that you can put to immediate use. Listen and learn how you can: *Keep nervousness in perspective *Choose clothing that boosts your confidence *Gesture comfortably to encourage audience attention *Reel in an unwieldy a...2021-08-3133 min
Communications Czar PodcastSpeak With No Fear Author Mike AckerFirst a confession: when it comes to public speaking, my freak number is off the charts. I know most people don’t like talking in front of groups of strangers – or even groups of friends -- and I know that some people will go to great lengths to avoid those situations. That’s where my freak factor comes in. I love public speaking. I love doing it, I love talking about it, analyzing other people’s speeches, talking with other people about public speaking, reading books about it, writing articles about it – I just can’t get enough. I ha...2021-08-2435 min
Communications Czar PodcastHow to Speak with Cojones with Keith FraserStop trying to fit in to the mold that the world is forcing upon you. Speak up and speak out. Express yourself, your thoughts, ideas, and convictions, and, in turn, you will give others permission to do the same. Find out more in Keith Fraser's new book, Cojones: Grow a Pair for success. Visit Keith's website: www.cojones.biz Contact Keith directly: Keith@cojones.biz2021-08-1225 min
Communications Czar PodcastThe Power to Speak Naked With Tyler FoleyTyler Foley has been acting on stage and screen since he was 6 years old. Over the years he has learned exactly what it takes to connect with an audience, reframe self-doubts when speaking to groups, regain focus and composure and compel an audience to engage with the material you are presenting. In addition to actionable how-to's, Tyler provides important insights into soliciting productive feedback and recording yourself so you can continue to improve. Tyler's book, "The Power to Speak Naked," as well as the book that is currently on his nightstand and that he encourages ev...2021-08-0344 min
Communications Czar PodcastHow to Leave a Soul-Sucking Job For Work You Love with Jay BahadurHow to Break Out of a Soul-Sucking Career to Find Work You Love with Jay Bahadur Do you jump out of bed in the morning, excited to do work that you love – or do you find yourself groaning as you hit the snooze button, wishing you would be magically granted a day off from work? About one third of your life is going to be spent at work – why not spend that time doing work that fulfills you? Guest Czar and Career Change expert Jay Bahadur had to blaze his own trail...2021-07-2826 min
What's Your Bliss?Talking to People with Roseann GalvanThomas talks with Roseann Galvan. Roseann talks about her bliss of talking to people, specifically, her love of public speaking, working in her family’s real estate business, her experience as a costumed mascot for kids parties, learning she could get paid to talk, her Communications Czar podcast, developing an online communications course, keeping busy and sharpening skills during the pandemic, how to captivate a large room of people and feel comfortable with speaking, and how others can find bliss by finding their voice.
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Communications Czar PodcastHow to Connect, Contribute and Compel Every Time You SpeakPublic Relations and Marketing Strategist Marybeth Bentwood got her start in acting and then transitioned into marketing and public relations. Along the way she has identified exactly what it takes to command attention and compel an audience to listen and act on what is being presented. Marybeth shares insights that you can put to use today to command attention and get your message across. Videos Marybeth references: Click here to find Amy Cuddy's TED Talk about Power Posing Click here to watch the funny Cat Lawyer video Get more fr...2021-07-2138 min
Communications Czar PodcastHow to Improve the Sound of Your Voice with Vocal Coach Judy RodmanDo you like the way you sound? Would you like to improve the quality of your voice so people listen when you speak and remember what you say? You are going to want to listen to this episode featuring Award-Winning Vocal Coach and seasoned professional vocalist Judy Rodman a few times so you can capture all of her helpful advice. Judy distills her wisdom into practical tips and techniques that you can put to immediate use to improve the way you sound. You can find out more about Judy's work, her "All Things Vo...2021-07-0636 min
Communications Czar PodcastWhat message are you sending to the world? Enlightenment from visual communications designer Nela DunatoVisual Communications Designer Nela Dunato explains the importance of finding your authentic brand voice. Nela tells you how to look more professional through: *The use of white space *Choosing a clearly readable font *A statement color *And more! Nela's book is, The Human Centered Brand Get more from Nela and read her blog and find her book and other resources and links on her website at: www.neladunato.com2021-06-3035 min
Communications Czar PodcastStrategic Storytelling with Kurian TharakanKurian's book, "The 7 Essential Stories Charismatic Leaders Tell" is available in both ebook and paperback on Amazon Follow up with Kurian Tharakan via: Strategy Peak Sales & Marketing Advisors website: www. strategypeak.com Connect with Kurian on LinkedIn: @KurianTharakan If you hurry and email Kurian right away, he is giving a limited supply of Communications Czar listeners a free Kindle copy of his book, email him at: kurian@strategypeak.com 2021-06-2338 min
Communications Czar PodcastWhat Are You Saying to Yourself? Fran Banting explains how to discover what is keeping you stuck.What have you been telling yourself over the years? Once you uncover your limiting beliefs, you can learn to reprogram them to support your goals and desires. Listen to this thought-provoking episode and learn: *Why we use labels *How to reprogram your beliefs to support your goals *The power of the Parking Lot to keep you focused *How to develop the confidence to put yourself out there *Fight perfectionism Now is the time to stop talking yourself out of your goals and start achieving them! Fran is a...2021-06-1536 min
Communications Czar PodcastHow to Leverage Your Emotional Intelligence with Diana LoweExecutive Coach, Trainer and Facilitator Diana Lowe says that the concept of leaving your emotions at the door when you go to work is akin to telling someone to, "Leave your arms at home in your bed" -- emotions are part of the human experience and are with us everywhere we go. Learning how to "name and tame" our own emotions helps us understand how they impact our interactions with others. Lowe teaches busy professionals how to leverage the power of emotional intelligence to become better communicators, build trust and rapport with colleagues, and get mo...2021-06-0838 minCommunications Czar PodcastWisdom From a Magician: How to Wow Any Audience Without Having to Saw Anyone in Half -- and How to Get More Done Every Day!You can find out more about Fred Moore, The Funny Productivity Keynote Speaker That: • Helps you SAVE TIME & Money • Teaches You How to Get MORE DONE • Makes You Laugh to RELIEVE STRESS • Gets You INVOLVED in the Program • NEVER Has a Bad Hair-Day And get the FREE download that will teach you 9 simple things that you can do to get an extra 3.8 hours out of your day when working from home -- by visiting Fred's Website: www.dosomuchmore.com2021-06-0238 min
Communications Czar PodcastTalking Entrepreneurship with Asha Wilkerson, Esq.Whenever someone says, "I'm calling my attorney," something is wrong. Most people try to stay far away from attorneys -- unless they work with Asha Wilkerson. Asha has a refreshing approach to the legal profession, to communications -- and to life! Listen in to this inspiring conversation to learn: *How to prevent others from dragging you down *How to give your prospective clients a peek into your personality * How Asha created a career around her zone of excellence *And more! On Asha's Nightstand: ...2021-05-2640 min
Communications Czar PodcastHow to Be Understood -- and To Understand With Nick SimmondsEveryone yearns for more understanding in life. Whether you want to become a more effective communicator, or you want to eliminate a communication problem, the starting point is to determine if you are dealing with the cause or a symptom of that problem. Guest Czar Nick Simmonds, explains how conscious communication can facilitate these improvements and eliminate many obstacles. Listen and learn why you can permanently replace the phrase "I understand" with the more accurate, "I have an understanding" You can get in touch with Nick and find out more about his work...2021-05-1951 min
Communications Czar PodcastBuilding A Powerful Professional Network with J. Kelly HoeyConnect with J. Kelly Hoey via her website: www.jkellyhoey.co You can purchase Kelly's book on Amazon using the affiliate link below. You'll get a great book (or ebook or audio!) at the low Amazon price and support the podcast at the same time -- talk about a win-win! "Build Your Dream Network: Forging Powerful Relationships in a Hyper-Connected World" 2021-05-1136 min
Communications Czar PodcastSales Success Tips with Lynn Whitbeck of Future Forward SalesThe only prerequisite to sales success is a desire to meet the needs of your customers. If you have that, according to sales veteran Lynn Whitbeck, you already have what it takes to succeed. Here are some easy ways to connect with Lynn: On LinkedIn: Lynn Whitbeck on LinkedIn Lynn's website, is a great source of information, articles, videos and infographics to help you move forward in your sales career: www.futureforwardsales.com If you want to check out the video and downloadable tip sheet on The Pickle, you c...2021-05-0441 min
Communications Czar PodcastCareer Change Mastermind with Melanie Mitchell-WexlerWhen it comes to career change, Melanie Mitchell-Wexler has been there and done that -- and now helps everyone from C-level executives to new grads do the same. She draws from almost two decades of recruiting and staffing as well as her own personal career change. As a coach, Melaine knows how to strike the balance between helping people and empowering people to help themselves design a career path that leads them where they truly want to go. Driven by a deep desire to help people find meaningful and fulfilling work, I draw from close...2021-04-2743 min
Communications Czar PodcastUsing Stories to Connect with Clients, Colleagues, Audiences and Opportunities with Dave BrickerJust because Dave Bricker lived on a sailboat for 15 years and sailed across the Atlantic on a wooden boat doesn't mean he's the only one who has a story to tell! Guest Czar Dave Bricker is a Speaker, Trainer and Coach who can help you use stories to connect with any audience. Dave's answer to the "What's on your nightstand?" question that we pose to all of our Guest Czars was unique -- and interesting -- referring to the audio version of "Shantaram: A Novel" -- a 40 hour audiobook that is so well narrated that D...2021-04-2033 min
Communications Czar PodcastUsing Improv to Improve Your Communications with Seth PearsonThis free-wheeling conversation with Self-Love Warrior Seth Pearson (and yes, that is one heck of a job title!) sheds some light on how we can be more "in the moment" and therefore more impactful when we are communicating. Seth shares some interesting insights into what it takes to share our thoughts with confidence. Seth's ideas for warming yourself up before you go into key communications situations like important meetings or interviews will help you exude confidence and make a great impression. Get more from Seth at: www.loveamped.com Follow him on...2021-04-1330 min
Communications Czar PodcastThe First Minute: How to Start Conversations That Get Results with Chris FenningAre you starting conversations the right way? Communication should be clear, concise, and should get to the point quickly. The problem is we don't always know how to do this. Chris teaches you how to: *Be concise *Summarize complex information quickly *Transform time-sucking meetings into productive updates. Chris Fenning, author of "The First Minute: How to Start Conversations That Get Results" teaches us how to streamline all of our communications. Visit Chris' Website for more details on his work: www.chrisfenning.com The book that...2021-04-0638 min
Communications Czar PodcastSuccessfully Presenting in the New, Hybrid WorkplaceDust off your briefcase and find a belt. Ready or not, we are headed back to the office –well, sort of anyway. Of course, things will look different. We will be distanced and masked and there will be a lot of hybrid meetings – but meetings, nonetheless. You’ll have to continue making presentations but don’t be surprised the settings have changed. Like it or not, Zoom is becoming increasingly the way to do things virtually. Now is a good time to upgrade your presentations and maybe even invest in some new tools. I sought out our G...2021-03-3038 min
Communications Czar PodcastTelling Better Stories With Eric Scheur of The Mystery Box Show Follow The Mystery Box Show everywhere: Website: mysteryboxshow.com Facebook: mysteryboxshow Instagram: @mysteryboxpdx Twitter: @mysteryboxpdx Youtube: mysteryboxshow2021-03-2335 minCommunications Czar PodcastNot Knowing How to Sell Can Kill Your Business: Annie P. Ruggles Can Save You From YourselfWow! Annie is a font of sales avoidance wisdom and actionable information. If you haven't already done so, enjoy the Medium article I wrote distilling down some of the many nuggets of wisdom Annie shared in this episode: Not Knowing How to Sell Can Kill Your Business: Annie P. Ruggles Can Save You From Yourself No surprise here, Annie’s website is a wonderland of shiny things, you will want to check it out at: www.anniepruggles.com You can find links to her podcast and all the things Annie is up to on...2021-03-1646 min
Communications Czar PodcastBecoming a Successful Introvert in an Extroverted World with Steve SimsTrue confession time -- I originally listened to the audiobook of Bluefishing: The Art of Making Things Happen when I was doing a virtual run across California over the summer. I loved the book (and Steve and his accent!) so much that I listened to it three times from start to finish. When I asked him to be a Guest Czar on the podcast and his people said yes, I was thrilled but I had a fangirl moment right before I we started recording. Fortunately for you, Steve was so generous with his information, I didn't have t...2021-03-0943 minCommunications Czar PodcastBuilding Your Personal Brand OnlineYou’ve heard it before. You really should get working on developing your personal brand online. Maybe you created a social media account or two, posted some pics from your last vacation, and like a few posts here and there. The problem is, it’s just another thing to do and you already have too much on your plate. Things that seem to matter more. So, you can’t help but wonder, “Is all this social media stuff really worth it?” “If you’re not controlling your brand online, you’re falling behind,” Ewa warns. She’s been there, so she k...2021-03-0255 minCommunications Czar PodcastDefine, Refine and Communicate Your Personal Style with International Fashion Blogger Imogen LamportMelbourne Australia's beloved International Style Blogger and Fashion Icon, Imogen Lamport teaches us how to communicate with our personal style. If you’re in front of people, you may not be speaking, but you are still communicating, so make sure you are sending the messages that you want to convey. This means that you have to consider what you are wearing and how you are groomed. Make sure every element of your appearance transmits the same message. “It’s so much easier to get your message across when it’s not incongruent with your appearance,” Imogen suggests. Visit...2021-02-2341 min
Communications Czar PodcastBecoming Recognized as a Thought Leader with International Publicist Tracy LamourieThe featured Guest Czar for this episode of The Communications Czar Podcast, Tracy Lamourie, turned her calling into a profession and has become an internationally award-winning public relations executive. Lamourie, the founder of Canada-based Lamourie Media, is no slouch when it comes to creating a buzz around worthy causes. Her career was a natural outgrowth of her activism and dedication to social justice. Her first foray into the uncharted waters of public relations was in response to her advocacy for an innocent man whom she had never met. His name was Jimmy Dennis and he had been sentenced to...2021-02-1649 minCommunications Czar PodcastHow to Crush Your Next Job Interview: Insider Tips from a Seasoned RecruiterThe idea of a new job with a higher salary, better working conditions, more intellectual stimulation, and lots of new opportunities for advancement sounds great. There's a giant roadblock that comes between many people and their dream jobs: interviews. Job interviews likely share the same space as root canals on your list of fun ways to spend your day. Before starting PracticeInterviews.com, Guest Czar Jeff Sipe spent more than a decade as a recruiter, including 5 years at Google, conducting thousands of job interviews so he knows exactly what you need to succeed. S...2021-02-0946 min
Communications Czar PodcastFire Up Your Listening Skills with Listening Ambassador Lyn LindberghListening Ambassador, Lyn Lindbergh, the featured Guest Czar on this episode shines the spotlight on some of the common practices that undermine our ability to connect with one another. Lindbergh’s role as a Listening Ambassador was an outgrowth of a need that she saw in society, “I was thinking to myself, so many of our issues, so many of our personal struggles this year are coming out of a need to just be heard and be seen and coming out of quarantine, we just want connections and it comes out of listening. Its’ a constant, lifelong practi...2021-02-0244 minCommunications Czar PodcastSelf-Talk Yourself Into Taking Action on Achieving Your Goals + Tribute to Tom GuarinoWell here you are, almost four weeks into the new year and all those goals and plans that you had resolved to take action this year are, well, pretty much exactly where they were on New Year’s Day. They are in your head or your heart and maybe even written down on paper. Your goals seemed so doable when you first committed to them. Unfortunately, life and work and family and all the other things that pull at you got your attention and you got sidetracked. The days and weeks slipped by and you are starting to...2021-01-2640 min
Communications Czar PodcastHow to Present Technical Information to Your Non-Technical Audience with Aman AgarwalGuest Czar, Aman Agarwal, founder of global educational company Sanpram Transnational, joins us from New Delhi to teach us how to make complex subjects understandable and interesting to any audience. Aman’s unique educational and professional background make him well suited to bridge the chasm that exists between the worlds of the technical and non-technical. In addition to training as an engineer in India, he traveled to China to study liberal arts. “Everything I learned about how to teach and how to explain things better came from my liberal arts background,” he told me. “I was a student...2021-01-1232 min
Communications Czar PodcastImprove Your Public Speaking Skills with YouTube Star, Brenden from MasterTalkMeet our newest CommunicationsCzar, Brenden from MasterTalk. Brenden is a young purpose-driven entrepreneur and YouTube star who is singlehandedly democratizing communication training. Brenden will teach you: *The importance of “having dinner with your audience” *3 Daily Public Speaking Exercises to elevate your speaking skills *What you can learn from comedians *The importance of working on foundational public speaking skills first * How to convince your audience that you understand them as much as they do * How to encourage participation and involve more people in you video meetings 2020-12-2938 min
Lets Have This ConversationTools for Effective Communication with Roseann GalvanAre you someone who struggles with communication and effectively delivering a message of unity to the audience you’re attempting to reach? If you answered yes, then today you’re in luck. Roseann Galvan earned a master’s degree in Communications; she is a trained commercial mediator and holds a California Real Estate Salesperson license. Over the years she has worked with companies ranging from Apple, Pepsi, and Clorox to scrappy start-ups. She hosts a podcast about talking and relishes the chance to help people improve their communication skills. She joined me this week to provide some actionable information to imp...2020-12-2238 min
Communications Czar PodcastBreaking Bad News with Jeff HahnIf you're in business, the reality is that it's not a matter of "if" but "when" you will need to have a crisis communications plan ready to roll out. Crisis Communications Czar and author of the new book, "Breaking Bad News: 12 Essential Crisis Communication Tools, Jeff Hahn joins us to give you his tips for: *Avoiding common mistakes *Assembling a Rapid Response Team when a crisis occurs *Picking the right spokesperson *Developing a Holding Statement *Creating your own Digital Newsroom Don't resort to the "Ostrich Pa...2020-12-1539 minCommunications Czar PodcastPresenting to Hostile Audiences with Dr. Frank BenestAre you about to walk into a contentious room? Do you want to win over an angry crowd at a public meeting? The best approach, according to former Palo Alto City Manager and columnist for the International City/County Management Association, is to try to get to know your opponents before you take them on in public. Listen in and discover how you can: Appropriately acknowledge opposing opinions Comfortably move away from the podium Use the right kind of microphone When it comes to visuals, keep them simple and impactful Prepare to answer the questions you h...2020-12-0134 minCommunications Czar PodcastBe More Persuasive – on Zoom and in Life!Our Guest Czar for this episode, internationally known Author and Communications Expert, Mike Aguilera teaches us how to be more persuasive on Zoom – and in real life! Join us and learn how you can: *Speak in a way that puts people at ease and makes them feel comfortable opening up to you *Use your hands to compliment your message *Look more confident on Zoom *Develop a mindset that will facilitate rapport. From word choice to mindset, Mike shares useful tips and techniques, based on neuroscience research, to he...2020-11-1747 minCommunications Czar PodcastBecoming a Clever Connector with Ali ScarlettListen and learn from this episode's featured Communications Czar, author, and networking guru Ali Scarlett. You will learn: How to avoid common networking mistakes and missed opportunities. Why saying "Thank You" is not always a good idea. How to build your professional network in person and online. Get a sneak-peek into Ali's new book, "The Clever Connector: The Easiest Way to Become Powerful, Regardless of Your Situation. The Underdog's Guide to Networking with Billionaires, Celebrities, and Executives."2020-11-0426 min
Communications Czar PodcastBecoming a Clever Connector with Author Ali ScarlettLearn how to foster meaningful connections with people as you improve the quality of your online and in-person interactions. Listen and learn from our featured Communications Czar, author Ali Scarlett, about: Building your business network on Linked In Why saying "Thank You" is a bad idea for building collaborative relationships Building a social network that serves your career goals Make a good impression on key contacts by making it as easy as possible for them to connect with you Email tips for both reaching out and following up with people. Whether you want to build...2020-11-0300 min
Communications Czar PodcastHow to Look Professional on ZoomOnline educator and video producer, Anna Runkle, shares her secrets for making a great impression on Zoom of any video conference. Find out how you can: *Use lighting to look great *Dress for Zoom success *Exude confidence and command attention in your next Zoom meeting!2020-10-2028 min