From Daycare Director to $10.7M Rookie: Stacy Cole’s Real Estate Rise

In this episode of My First Commission, we spotlight Stacy Cole, who transitioned from a church daycare director in Saraland, Alabama, to RISMedia’s 2023 National Rookie of the Year. Achieving $10.7 million in sales across 54 transactions in her first year, Stacy shares how she built a thriving real estate business through community connections, relentless follow-up, and unwavering dedication.Stacy delves into her journey, from her first land sale to becoming a top agent at Realty Executives Bay Group. She emphasizes the importance of building lasting client relationships and the realities of working early mornings, late nights, and weekends to succeed in real estate. Her story is a testament to the power of perseverance and community engagement in launching a successful real estate career.📌 Episode Chapters:00:00 – Introduction & Stacy's Background02:30 – Transitioning from Daycare Director to Real Estate05:45 – First Sale: The Eight-Acre Land Deal09:15 – Building a Client Base through Community Involvement13:00 – Achieving $10.7M in First-Year Sales17:30 – The Importance of Follow-Up and Client Relationships21:00 – Balancing Work and Family Life24:45 – Advice for Aspiring Real Estate Agents🔗 Connect with Stacy Cole:Instagram: @stacy_realtyexecutivesFacebook: Stacy Cole - Realty Executives Bay GroupZillow: Stacy Cole's ProfileWant to Share Your Story?Are you a new agent with an inspiring journey to your first commission? We'd love to feature you on the My First Commission series. Apply now to be a guest on the show! https://share.hsforms.com/1o4DbEqKvQwSzoMTSnrznZQ8ish