Episode 29 - Five things an agent can do if they HATE cold calling!

**Title:** How to Succeed Without Cold Calling - Episode 29Welcome to Episode 29 of the "If You List You Last" podcast with Bob Mangold, the listing coach. In this episode, Bob discusses:#### Previous Topics Recap- The importance of planning your business according to your own goals, not just market trends.- Encouragement to create a business plan and use mind mapping tools.#### Upcoming Events- Introduction of a new certified real estate asset advisor program.- Invitation to join the Facebook real estate asset advisor group for live streams and discussions.#### Main Topic: Succeeding Without Cold Calling- Addressing the challenge of real estate agents who dislike cold calling.- Five alternative strategies to build a successful real estate business without cold calling.#### Strategies Discussed:1. **Paid Lead Generation**   - The changing landscape of buying leads due to new FTC guidelines.   - Benefits and costs associated with services like Zillow and Realtor.com.2. **Door Knocking**   - Effectiveness and real-life success stories.3. **Open Houses**   - How to maximize traffic and convert leads from open houses.4. **Building a Social Media Brand**   - Utilizing platforms like YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok to attract clients.5. **Developing a Referral Network**   - Building local, national, and global referral partnerships.   - Leveraging past clients and business service providers for consistent referrals.#### Mortgage Market Update- Analysis of recent durable goods numbers and their impact on the mortgage bond market.- Insights on new home sales and the influence of inflation and deflation on interest rates.#### Final Thoughts- The importance of scripting and practicing conversations for success in real estate.- Encouragement to develop a structured business plan and referral systems.**Connect with Us:**- Visit [realestateassetadvisors.org](http://www.realestateassetadvisors.org) for more information.- Join the Facebook group: Real Estate Asset Advisors for live streams and discussions.- Schedule a call with Bob at [brainstormwithbob.com](http://brainstormwithbob.com).**Don't Miss:**- Bi-weekly Elevate Business Briefings every other Wednesday at 1 p.m. Eastern. Register at [elevatebusinessbriefings.com](http://www.elevatebusinessbriefings.com).- More details and podcast episodes at [ifyoulistyoulast.com](http://www.ifyoulistyoulast.com).I’ve written a new book, that listeners can download for free!  The title of the book is: The BOSS...An AI Machine That Can Run Any Real Estate Business While The Agent Is Out Selling Homes. Who should read the book? Any agent that finds their marketing stops when they get busy, their database sits untouched, and follow-up depends on their memory. This guide shows how AI can keep the business-building work moving behind the scenes. Download it and see how experienced agents are using AI behind the scenes to earn more while working less! You can grab it now at www.TheAIBossBlueprint.com