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Skin DeepTopical Steroid Concerns (Part 2) - Concerned about your topical steroid? Ask, and then ask again!“I think the biggest thing emotionally is, you're valid. You are seen. You are going through what you are going through. If a doctor says otherwise, know that you are not alone in that. There's a community behind you.” - Briana Banos
In this extended episode, your hosts Dr George Moncrieff and Dr Roger Henderson will be discussing Topical Steroid Withdrawal (TSW), also known as Red Skin Syndrome. They’ll cover what Topical Steroid Withdrawal is, along with the symptoms and severity of this condition.
They are also joined by Briana Banos, an incredible filmmaker, who has...2024-08-2634 min
Rash DecisionsTopical Steroid Concerns (Part 2) - When topical steroids bite backIn this episode on Topical Steroid Concerns, Dr George Moncrieff and Dr Roger Henderson will educate and upskill you on Topical Steroid Withdrawal, also known as Red Skin Syndrome. They will be sharing their experiences and covering:
What Topical Steroid Withdrawal is?
Who it affects
Symptoms of Topical Steroid Withdrawal
The impact that the healthcare profession has had and is continuing to have by not being alert to this condition
What needs to be done urgently to help individuals who are experiencing this devastating condition
MHRA updates following the reports to the Yellow Card Scheme
They are al...2024-07-2232 min
That's Derm Good!The Preventable Path: Confronting Topical Steroid Withdrawal featuring filmmaker Briana BanosBriana Banos, creator of the Topical Steroid Withdrawal (TSW) documentary Preventable, discusses her journey and the lack of awareness about this condition in dermatology. She shares her motivation behind creating the documentary and how she uses filmmaking to advocate for TSW sufferers and, hopefully, eliminate this condition.DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered medical or health advice. This podcast does not substitute medical treatment. Always consult a doctor or dermatologist regarding medical advice, diagnoses, or treatment.After prolonged use of topical steroids, Briana describes the debilitating symptoms she...2024-03-1139 min
ScratchThatEpisode 43: Reading Between the HeadlinesWith how much information is out there nowadays, it can be hard to keep up -- and even more difficult to separate fact from fiction. National Association of REALTORS® Deputy Chief Economist and Vice President of Research Dr. Jessica Lautz joins Emily in this episode of the ScratchThat podcast to provide unique insight into the shifting markets we are seeing locally and nationally. So, listen in, scratch what you’ve heard, and start reading between the headlines.
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Watch: https://www.youtub...2022-12-1215 minScratchThatEpisode 42: Creating Meaningful ChangeKirk Watson is no stranger to politics. The former Mayor of Austin and Texas State Senator is throwing his hat in the ring once again, running to serve as Austin’s Mayor. In this episode of ScratchThat he joins Emily Chenevert to map out his plans to prioritize housing if he is elected Mayor of Austin again come November.
Visit ABoR's Voter Hub at ABoR.com/Vote for more resources, including the 2022 REALTOR® Voter Guide with endorsed candidates and information about local bond propositions.
Learn more about Kirk at KirkWatson.com/meet-kirk/
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BVON Brews, Views and Other NerditiesBVON 091022When You Reach Me: Perhaps the successor to A Wrinkle in TimeThe Brews:@cyclebrewing#wednesday@bottlelogicbrewing@drekkerbrewing#timeofdeath#berryberserker@theredoesnotexist#particledrift@riverlandsbrewingcompany#kamoho@uneannee#legrandmondeThe Views/Nerdities:#whenyoureachme#rebeccastead#theofferepisode9#batemanproject#itwas1996#bathory#bloodonice#toriamos2022-09-203h 10
ScratchThatEpisode 41: The Business of BelongingPamela Benson Owens is the President and CEO of Edge of Your Seat Consulting, Inc and is acting Executive Director of Six Square. For nearly 25 years, Pam has helped organizations manage perceptions around complex and challenging issues with courage and strategic passion. At the Austin Board of REALTORS®, she is an instrumental partner in ensuring we maintain a thriving staff culture that champions belonging and inclusion, with bold vision and courageous leadership. Pam is also the host of the Rooted podcast, which you can find on Apple Podcasts.Don't miss this unfiltered, real-talk conversation with Pam and E...2022-02-1741 minScratchThatEpisode 40: Delivering the EssentialsMeet Zachary Maurais, co-founder of Favor and now Sunroom Rentals. He solved our basic needs for grocery delivery and wings on a Friday with Favor. Now he’s focused on helping consumers navigate the leasing process while giving property managers and owners tools to market their properties more efficiently.You can follow Zac on Instagram @zacadooo and stay up to date with Sunroom by following them on Instagram at @sunroom and online at sunroomrentals.com.Watch this interview on YouTube. You can check out all of our ScratchThat episodes on Anchor, SoundCloud, iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, and...2021-07-1218 minScratchThatEpisode 39: Artificial Un-IntelligenceMeredith Broussard is dispelling the myth that computers are intelligent, impartial players in decision making. A data journalist and associate professor at the Arthur L. Carter Journalism Institute of New York University, research director at the NYU Alliance for Public Interest Technology, and the author of Artificial Unintelligence: How Computers Misunderstand the World, Broussard is dedicated to helping people avoid AI in social decisions in order to break the chain of systemic bias she believes is baked into many software programs. Because many programs rely on historical data, which itself includes bias, she believes many programs - especially those...2021-04-2729 minScratchThatEpisode 38: A Haven for AllIt's been almost two years since New York Newsday conducted an investigation that found REALTORS® engaged in discriminatory talk and practices. This investigation rattled the industry and led to some serious discussions and changes. It also happened around the same time Bryan Greene, who had spent his career at HUD, joined the organization as NAR’s Director of Fair Housing Policy. He immediately took action, working on not only recognizing the agency’s past history of discrimination but addressing the biases that still exist.In this conversation, Bryan discusses how REALTORS® can take ownership of their own bias t...2021-04-1334 min
The BG PodcastQ1 2021 Review: Austin's Residental Real Estate MarketToday's episode (136) features a conversation with Austin Board of REALTORS® CEO Emily Chenevert.
She and Bingham Group CEO A.J. discuss the Q1 2021 performance of Austin’s residential real estate market.
Named CEO of the 13,000 member association in April 2018, Emily most recently served as ABoR's Chief Operating Officer, and has nearly 15 years of experience directly advocating for REALTORS® and their business at all levels of government.
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Face...2021-03-3111 minScratchThatEpisode 37: "Yes, and..." ConversationsMichelle Mills Clement is healing wounds through her job. As CEO of the Chicago Association of REALTORS®, she hit the ground running when she proposed a resolution to formally apologize to the community for past discrimination against minorities, such as redlining policies. For Michelle, undoing history that did not promote Fair Housing in Chicago was personal. She was leading an organization that only decades ago wouldn’t have even let her become a member. Part of her mission now is to undo the damage of the past by redefining the culture of CAR through training and creating space to hav...2021-03-3025 minScratchThatEpisode 36: Your Miracle MorningGet out some pen and paper to learn productivity secrets from bestselling author and life coach Hal Elrod! In this special episode, he shares insights into building a morning routine that can set you up for success. Author of “The Morning Miracle” and “The Morning Miracle for Real Estate Agents,” Hal has helped countless people change their career success and their lives by helping them develop some simple habits. At a time where markets are booming, inventory is low and agents are working around the clock to serve their clients, Hal talks about how you can find balance and create t...2021-03-1640 minScratchThatEpisode 35: The Unbecoming Standard of ConductWhen NAR amended its Code of Ethics to directly address hate speech, it sparked a fury of complaints throughout the REALTOR® community, as some felt it would be used as a weapon against those with conservative political beliefs. One of its most outspoken critics is Rob Hahn (who we interviewed on this show back in 2019), Managing Partner of 7DS Associates and producer and writer of the blog and information site NotoriousROB. Hahn believes Canada came up with a better solution to tackling egregious behavior with its “conduct unbecoming” clause which casts a broad net as to what constitutes unbecoming behav...2021-03-0239 min
ScratchThatEpisode 34: Code SwitchMatt Difanis, the 2020 Chair for the National Association of REALTORS®’ Professional Standards Committee, is helping change the landscape for people of color in the industry. As racial injustice made headlines across the country in 2020, Difanis helped lead the charge for NAR to amend its Code of Ethics, making hate speech a violation of the organization’s standards of ethics—not only in professional settings but in private arenas, as well. After a heated debate with multiple members weighing in on whether REALTORS® were living up to their obligation to help find housing for all, NAR voted to pass the Professi...2021-02-1029 min
ScratchThatEpisode 33: Leveling the FieldSarah Thomas didn’t set out to change the face of football as the first female calling plays. Coming from an athletic background, she simply set out to succeed in her calling as an American football official with determination. As the first female official to ever work a major college football game, the first woman to officiate a bowl game, and the first to officiate in a Big Ten stadium, Sarah knows what it takes to open closed doors and make change without making enemies in a competitive environment. But it hasn’t been an easy ride and she’s had...2021-01-2622 min
The Real Estate SessionsReal Estate Sessions Rewind - Emily Chenevert, CEO - Austin Board of RealtorsEmily Chenevert was only 23 when she started climbing the ranks within the Austin Board of Realtors. Recently, she made history within the organization— becoming both the youngest and first female CEO in the board's history.In this episode, Emily shares how she utilized a background and education in government to contribute to ABoR. Hear how she maximized opportunities to step up to the plate and embraced the leadership qualities 17 board members would soon come to see in her. “The reality is, we're gonna put the most resources in that middle to end, somewhat engaged through passio...2020-12-2930 min
Let Your Ears Be the Gateway to Knowledge With Full AudiobookSharper Image Success Audiobook by Richard ThalheimerListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttps://hotaudiobook.com/freeID: 502084
Title: Sharper Image Success
Author: Richard Thalheimer
Narrator: Meredith Medland Sasseen, Richard Thalheimer
Format: Unabridged
Length: 04:30:03
Language: English
Release date: 11-10-20
Publisher: Authors Republic
Genres: Business & Economics, Management & Leadership
Summary:
Open a door into the complex and active mind of Sharper Image founder, Richard Thalheimer. This successful entrepreneur shares stories about creating his visions, taking risks, sharing rewards, cultivating generosity, and showing respect, as well as knowing there always is a way to solve every problem.
An unprecedented view into the mind of Sharper Image Founder, Richard...2020-11-104h 30
ScratchThatEpisode 32: A New Lease on LifeFounder and President of Rental Beast Ishay Grinberg believes every agent should include rental services in their portfolio. It’s not only a wise networking opportunity with future buyers, but a chance to make extra money with much less effort than you would anticipate. After years of working as an agent with a boutique agency in New York City, Grinberg founded Rental Beast as an MLS-style resource for rental properties. By providing millions of listings, Grinberg’s goal is to make the rental property search and transaction as seamless as possible, with the ability to do everything virtual and from...2020-09-0416 min
ScratchThatEpisode 31: Go Your Own WayDee Dee Blizard loves to travel. As Broker at Global Real Estate Consulting and the Vice President of the International Real Estate Federation USA, Dee Dee’s combined her passion for traveling and networking, closing transactions around the world for residential and some commercial properties. Pre-COVID, her life consisted of boarding dozens of international flights. Now, she’s taking a different approach. In this episode, we talk to her about how her operations have changed to serve her clients, and how other REALTORS® can reach their global dreams.Part of the strategy of launching an international real estat...2020-08-2115 min
ScratchThatEpisode 30: Perception is RealityIn this candid interview about prejudice, Afua Addo and Emily discuss what steps REALTORS® can take to help shape the future of housing. As Deputy Director of Programs and Training at Perception Institute, Afua is working to educate REALTORS® and members of NAR on housing inequity in the United States, as well as the role the housing industry plays in perpetuating the home ownership divide. Through videos and training workshops, Perception Institute is helping us learn how to recognize our own inherent biases, how to give ourselves grace as we re-educate ourselves on the history of housing, and how we can...2020-08-0731 min
ScratchThatEpisode 29: Pitch PerfectAs Executive Editor for Curbed—an online publication that’s a must-read for members of the housing industry and fans of architecture—Mercedes Kraus is always looking to feature unique and historically interesting homes for their avid readers. But, with so much competition and without a publicity team to spend the time reaching out, how does a REALTOR® get into publications like Curbed? In this lighthearted episode, Mercedes breaks down the dos and don'ts of getting media exposure, how to pitch to editors, and how to build important relationships with journalists without hiring a publicist.Mercedes also discuss...2020-07-2424 min
ScratchThatEpisode 28: Human BehaviorAs the Chief Real Estate Officer of OJO Labs, Chris Heller is at the forefront of artificial intelligence and real estate. OJO helps connect people with answers to their real estate questions immediately, using a mixture of real human interaction and AI. During COVID-19, it’s been an especially useful tool as more consumers are using online resources to shop and search for a home. As home buying changes, OJO helps showcase the tools available to provide a really great experience that is more personalized and tailored to buyers.In this episode, Emily and Chris talk about th...2020-07-1018 min
ScratchThatEpisode 27: Back to Business, But Not as UsualAs CEO of the National Association of REALTORS®, it’s Bob Goldberg’s job to keep his finger on the pulse of tens of thousands of REALTORS across the country to ensure they’re getting the support and advocacy they need. From negotiating deals with companies to providing resources for members to advocating on Capitol Hill, Bob says NAR is there to help each member succeed and invest in the technology they need to stay current and competitive. Rather than separating NAR from its members, COVID-19 has brought associations and REALTORS® closer than ever by making it possible for thousand...2020-06-2647 min
ScratchThatEpisode 26: Moving On Up or Moving On OutWill COVID-19 change the way we decide to buy homes in the future? Emily and Ralph McLaughlin, Chief Economist and Senior Vice President of Analytics at Haus, ponder this question as they talk about the market’s recovery taking a “flying W” shape, whether the migration to urban centers will slow, and trends we can expect in the coming years.Having cut his teeth at CoreLogic, Trulia, and as an Assistant Professor and City of San Jose Housing Commissioner, Ralph is a self-described housing nerd. Learn why he believes Haus will help revolutionize the way people buy homes...2020-06-1226 min
ScratchThatEpisode 25: Survey SaysWhen it comes to why specific groups of people make decisions, Dr. Jessica Lautz has her finger on the pulse of what’s happening in the real estate industry. As Vice President of Demographics and Behavioral Insights at the National Association of REALTORS®, she studies demographic trends within the industry—which means she’s focused on how behaviors among buyers change in any given situation, including a global pandemic. In this episode, Emily and Jessica cover newsworthy topics, ranging from how COVID-19 is shifting buyers’ housing preferences (spoiler: pet adoption is a factor) to why the legalization of marijuana is changi...2020-05-2917 min
ScratchThatEpisode 24: Shop (Rates) 'Til You DropPatrick Boyaggi isn’t a soothsayer, but he tends to look to the future and prepare for it. He is the co-founder and CEO of Own Up, a tech company that allows buyers to shop for lenders with the assistance of a free advisor, and when it comes to COVID-19 he has two potential outcomes for the housing industry: one that looks rosy and one that’s more dire. Either way, he believes professionals in the housing industry need to prepare for both and it starts with reading the signs.ScratchThat is now on YouTube! Watch the vide...2020-05-1530 min
ScratchThatEpisode 23: Brothers and SistersAlan Graham changed the course of his life more than 20 years ago. When he was a real estate investor and developer, he experienced a transformation that called him to use his skills to help those less fortunate. That’s when he founded Mobile Loaves & Fishes and started fighting for the rights and needs of the chronically homeless. He has more recently put his developer expertise to work in creating Community First! Village, an innovative solution to what those experiencing homelessness need most. The village not just a place to live but a community to lean on. With 3D homes an...2020-03-0625 min
The Real Estate SessionsEmily Chenevert, CEO - Austin Board of RealtorsEmily Chenevert was only 23 when she started climbing the ranks within the Austin Board of Realtors. Recently, she made history within the organization— becoming both the youngest and first female CEO in the board's history. In this episode, Emily shares how she utilized a background and education in government to contribute to ABoR. Hear how she maximized opportunities to step up to the plate and embraced the leadership qualities 17 board members would soon come to see in her. “The reality is, we're gonna put the most resources in that middle to end, s...2020-03-0330 min
ScratchThatEpisode 22: Tech: Friend or Foe?Is technology really the great equalizer in our business? In Episode 22 of ScratchThat, ABoR CEO Emily Chenevert talks with Jeff Turner about how tech can’t replace heart. As the President of RealSatisfied, former CEO and current Chief Strategy Officer of immoviewer, and the Entrepreneur in Residence with the National Association of Realtors' REACH and Second Century Ventures, Jeff is on the cutting edge when it comes to the intersection of real estate and technology. While he’s unapologetic about technology and its disruption of the real estate market, he believes that human ingenuity, real-life connectedness and culture will be t...2020-02-2122 min
ScratchThatEpisode 21: Culture ClubAs President and CEO of Realogy Expansion Brands, which includes Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate, Sherry Chris has keen insight on what it takes to establish and support a healthy culture within a business. She’s currently doing that with multiple brands under her leadership. Whether you’re working solo or within a group, Sherry says staying true to your values, always offering superior service, and keeping a growth mindset will help create a culture that will help your business thrive.In this episode, you’ll learn best practices and personal insights from a marketing legend with m...2020-02-0712 min
ScratchThatEpisode 20: Teamwork Makes the Dream WorkTim Heyl, Founder and CEO of Homeward, took the Austin real estate market by storm within years of starting his career at Keller Williams Realty. Voted Top Real Estate Agent by Austin Business Journal and having his team, The Heyl Group, ranked as the 25th most productive team in the Real Trends Thousand list, he attributes his success to knowing when to ask for help, taking the time to build close-knit teams, and spending an immense amount of time generating leads. He’s now looking to give real estate agents a leg up when competing with iBuyers through Homeward. Ho...2020-01-2429 min
ScratchThatEpisode 19: Wake Up YPNUnder the umbrella of the National Association of REALTORS®, the Young Professional’s Network gives members of the industry a chance to build a strong community, access additional resources for their business, and help shape the future of the industry. YPN plays a vital role in promoting the values and needs of REALTORS® within local associations and at a national level. In this episode, ABoR CEO Emily Chenevert sits down with three YPN superstars: Tommy Choi, President of the Chicago Board of Realtors and immediate past Chair of the National Association of REALTORS®’ YPN Advisory Board; Piper Knoll, current Chair of...2019-12-0327 min
ScratchThatEpisode 18: Keep it Simple, Stupid (Revisited)In Episode 18, we revisit Episode 2 featuring Joe Rand, who will be a featured speaker at ThinkUp, Austin Board of REALTORS®'s new conference happening in April 2020. Rand is the leading innovator in real estate education and author of Disruptors, Discounters, and Doubters: A Guide for the Client-Oriented Future of the Real Estate Industry. At the heart of our discussion is a question for agents and brokers, "Have I done what I can to ensure the pain points of my clients are met before my own needs?" Those pain points, which Rand identifies and walks through, are key areas of d...2019-11-1530 min
Real Talk with Leigh BrownEmily Chenevert - Crazy Sh*t In Real Estate with Leigh Brown - Episode #174I know, I know, you hate politics! But stay with me and don’t forget that politics directly impact you and your clients! Emily Chenevert, Chief Executive Officer at the Austin Board of REALTORS®, is a passionate lobbyist who gets the importance of having the people’s best interest in mind. She understands the power of negotiation and recognizes that we must learn to give and take when making big decisions. Listen in to learn what makes REALTORS® a unique group and learn some things to ask the elected public officials in your city. Please subscribe to this po...2019-11-1419 min
ScratchThatEpisode 17: MLS Y2KAs the market changes and questions arise about the role the MLS plays in the new landscape, it’s becoming a Y2K moment for the MLS. On November 9, the National Association of Realtors will engage in a discussion with ABoR and associations around the country on the proposal of the “Clear Cooperation Policy,” which is meant to ensure that any MLS participating brokers who publicly market their listings also enter that activity into the MLS for cooperation purposes.In this episode, Austin Board of REALTORS® CEO Emily Chenevert discusses whether this proposal is solving a problem, how ABo...2019-11-0120 min
ScratchThatEpisode 16: Southern BelleAs CEO of RE/MAX Leigh Brown & Associates, bestselling author, and inspirational speaker, Leigh Brown is a force of nature who is determined to show fellow REALTORS® the power they have to make a difference. During this episode, Leah shares her knowledge of housing affordability and its impact on the average family. Determined to put policy in place to make home ownership more realistic for Americans, she threw her hat in the ring during North Carolina’s recent special election to represent North Carolina’s 9th Congressional District. While she didn’t win, she came out of the fight with an...2019-10-1829 min
ScratchThatEpisode 15: The Doctor is InThe chronically homeless population are not the only ones who suffer from a lack of affordable housing. This episode examines a community of people who have to choose between rent and food; families who end up moving so frequently their children get sick, and the adults end up physically aging by 10 years, shortening their life span and increasing their risk of a medical emergency.Dr. Megan Sandel, the Associate Director of the GROW clinic at Boston Medical Center, a Principal Investigator with Children’s Health Watch, and an Associate Professor of Pediatrics at Boston University Schools of Me...2019-10-0420 min
ScratchThatEpisode 14: We Are FamilyWhile the adage “location, location, location” still holds true for residential properties, design is playing an ever more important role as homes are becoming more efficient, compact and central to the action. In this episode, Emily chats with two employees at global design and architecture firm Gensler: Brooks Howell, Residential Leader and Principal, and Stephanie Wherry, Technical Designer. They share the important design elements and newest trends we’re seeing in the residential and commercial spaces.From 3D printed homes to micro-units and communal living, there are certain design techniques that can add value to a property and to...2019-09-0622 min
ScratchThatEpisode 13: Slide Slide Slippity-SlideMarki Lemons-Ryhal is a force of nature who has taken social media by storm. As an instructor, keynote speaker, and author, she has helped thousands of REALTORS® learn the true skills of using social media to generate leads and business. You don’t need to be a natural at using these tools to make them work for you. All it takes is commitment, scheduling and a non-sales approach to make social media help grow your business. If you feel like you’re shooting in the dark when it comes to using social media for your business, this episode...2019-07-1331 min
ScratchThatEpisode 12: Started From the BottomSpyglass Realty Owner Ryan Rodenbeck is an avid content marketing enthusiast who believes the best way to reach your audience and potential clients is through more honesty and less pictures of sold signs.. A self-educated guru, Ryan hosts a web series called Realty Hack, which provides “damn good advice for agents, brokers and real estate teams.” Contributing regularly to Inman, and boasting thousands of followers on Instagram, he has successfully built an online presence for his personal brand that has grown his business. Recognized by the Platinum Top 50 for his success, Ryan admits there were times he got cock...2019-06-2813 min
ScratchThatEpisode 11: It's Not Easy Being GreenAs the founder of Sustainable Real Estate Consulting Services and as an advisory board member for the NAR Green Resource Council, Craig Foley has seen first-hand how becoming more knowledgeable about sustainable real estate can help brokers and agents meet market demands, command higher prices for properties and contribute to a global trend toward more energy efficient and, eventually, net-zero efficient buildings. In this conversation with Emily, he talks about trends on the horizon and how you can better serve your customers, as well as changes you can make right now to understand the green home revolution. C...2019-06-1424 min
ScratchThatScratchThat Episode 10: #BFFAs the CEO of Redfin, Glenn Kelman is used to fighting battles in the industry he helped disrupt. Now he’s concentrating on bridging the disparity gap when it comes to race and real estate. In this candid conversation with Emily, he talks about Redfin’s role in helping minority real estate agents and homebuyers find more equal footing, and how Redfin agents can play a bigger role in helping associations challenge potentially unfair legal precedents. It’s a conversation you won’t want to miss!You can get more advice and insight from Glenn on LinkedIn and on T...2019-05-3128 min
ScratchThatScratchThat Episode 9: StrategeryClint Skutchan, Vice President of Association and MLS Consulting Division at T3 Sixty, believes the biggest step in strategic planning is asking the right questions. In this episode of ScratchThat, Emily talks to Clint about the kinds of questions you need to ask yourself to find your "why," whether you’re looking to strengthen your association or your own independent business. Clint takes us through what strategic planning looks like, how far into the future one needs to plan, and the most important factors to keep in mind as you grow and adapt to industry changes. Learn more about Clint her...2019-04-1825 min
ScratchThatScratchThat Episode 8: Smooth OperatorCompass has been making waves since its inception in 2012. The company has been building a disruptive real estate platform that pairs top agents with cutting-edge technology, making the overall buying experience fast and seamless. On Episode 8, Emily chats with Bill Fowler, Compass’ Senior Director of Industry Relations. Bill smooths the edges on the dynamics of launching a modern brokerage model by ensuring MLS partners are prepared to support their unique needs, as well as serving as the face for both the agents and the tech staff. Listen to the two talk about everything from burning to bridges to beer (pro ti...2019-04-0517 min
ScratchThatScratchThat Episode 7: Back to SchoolWorking in an industry and a market that is constantly shifting, staying up to date on education is super important for agents and brokers. They’ve got to be best prepared to represent clients by being up to speed on the issues your issues happening right now. Enter AceableAgent, a TREC-certified mobile-first real estate course that helps agents get or renew their licenses on any device on their own schedule. Emily chats with Aceable and AceableAgent CEO Blake Garett on Episode 7 about how the company has been focused on providing up-to-date, engaging content through AceableAgent, which launched a year ago. Bl...2019-03-2221 min
ScratchThatScratchThat Episode 6: Get RealSocial media communicates your expertise to clients through a variety of tools and platforms. The question is, are you using them effectively to stand out? On ScratchThat Episode 6, Emily talks with Tracy Weir about MLSs, real estate associations, and top tier brokers. Tracy is the Managing Partner & Founder at August Partners, a strategic consulting firm built for technology companies, MLSs, real estate associations, and top-tier brokers; and is the former Chief Marketing & Sales Officer for Inman News. The two discuss applicable approaches brands can use to build their online community, ranging from listening to and knowing your audience to blending wh...2019-03-0720 min
ScratchThatScratchThat Episode 5: NAR Up in MLS BusinessOn ScratchThat Episode 5, Emily speaks with Sam DeBord, Managing Broker and VP of Strategic Growth for Coldwell Banker Danforth in Seattle. The two discuss 2019 MLS policy priorities regarding accessibility and broker communication. Sam also makes the case for the National Association of REALTORS®' (NAR) place and function in the business of creating MLS policy. Sam currently serves as the 2019 NAR President's Liaison for MLS and Data Management, VP of Government Affairs for Washington REALTORS® , and Past President of Seattle King County REALTORS® .Follow Sam on Twitter at @SEATTLEHOMEoCOM and on LinkedIn. You can listen to this episode and previous one...2019-02-2313 min
ScratchThatScratchThat Episode 1: Housing Supply Crisis or Concern?Welcome to ScratchThat, the official podcast for the Austin Board of REALTORS® (ABoR). In this inaugural episode, ABoR CEO Emily Chenevert hosts guest Lawrence Yun, Chief Economist and Senior Vice President of Research at the National Association of REALTORS®. He and Emily discuss how the housing shortage impacts the Austin community in the short and long term. Listen to discover the severity of the housing shortage crisis, potential threats it poses to U.S. economic stability, and approaches agents can take in explaining it to clients. You can listen to this episode and previous ones on iTunes, Stitcher, and Google Pl...2019-02-1023 min
ScratchThatScratchThat Episode 4: Church and StateOn Episode 4, Emily speaks with Rob Hahn, Managing Partner of 7DS Associates, a real estate focused marketing, technology, and strategy consultancy. Hahn says the traditional REALTOR® association model is a stalled concept, one focused on business rather than community. Through a range of analogies, including church, the Navy SEALs, and dating, he and Emily discuss how associations can evolve by recommitting themselves and members to core values. Emily also discusses the Austin Board of REALTORS®’ Be a Member campaign, meant to build active member engagement, and create mutual expectations and accountability.Follow Hahn on Twitter at @robhahn and on LinkedIn. Hahn...2019-02-0923 min
ScratchThatScratchThat Episode 3: Data and Then SomeToday’s ScratchThat podcast features Jack Miller, President and CTO of California-based T3 Sixty, a leading real estate and management firm. Data rules everything around you, and Miller discusses the importance of clean MLS data, data standards that work across multiple markets, and how that data is moved. Our ability to harness large amounts of data readily that’s customized to need is increasing everyday, and the near future will see smarter applications around the MLS. Listen in to better understand how those new capabilities of can best serve you. Learn more about Miller here, follow him on Twitter at @jack...2019-02-0912 min
ScratchThatScratchThat Episode 2: Keep it Simple StupidEpisode 2 features guest Joe Rand, a leading innovator in real estate education and author of Disruptors, Discounters, and Doubters: A Guide for the Client-Oriented Future of the Real Estate Industry. At the heart of our discussion is a question for agents and brokers, "Have I done what I can to ensure the pain points of my clients are met before my own needs?" Those pain points, which Rand identifies and walks through, are key areas of disruption to make or break your value proposition. Listen in to understand how disruptors impact the real estate industry and how to find new...2019-02-0930 minThe BG PodcastEpisode 33: Emily Chenevert, CEO at Austin Board of REALTORS®On today’s episode we speak with Emily Chenevert, CEO at Austin Board of REALTORS® (ABoR).
Named CEO of the 13,000 member association in April 2018, she most recently served as ABoR's Chief Operating Officer, and has nearly 15 years of experience directly advocating for REALTORS® and their business at all levels of government.
She and Bingham Group CEO A.J. Bingham discuss the current state of Austin’s housing market, 2019 policy priorities and predictions, and leadership.
Emily also recently launched ABoR’s first podcast, ScratchThat, a series peeling the layers back on the national trends in real estate. This is the first show thr...2019-02-0514 min
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