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).Join our Facebook Group at:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/realestateassetadvisorsDownload a copy of my book, "If you list, you last!" at www.15HourMethod.com