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Building Perspective
by Group Two Advertising
A weekly new home sales and marketing podcast strictly for homebuilders and developers across North America. Every week Matt Riley and Mollie Elkman along with the team at Group Two, bring you a fresh perspective on all things sales and marketing related. Hear the latest news, trends, tips, and best practices strictly for the homebuilding industry each and every week right here on Building Perspective!
Episodes
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Self-Tour Tips & Tricks for Homebuilders
Make it easy for buyers to say "yes!" by making it easier to tour your homes. Guest host Matt Riley and Anthony Kent of Cothran Homes have an honest conversation about the pros and cons of implementing a self-tour program as a homebuilder.
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Top Marketing Solutions for 2022
Focus discussion of the week: Chelsey and Melissa take a recent Group Two blog to the next level as they touch on incentives, branding, and content for relocation buyers.
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Management and Leadership Training
Focus discussion of the week: Join Chelsey Keenan and special guest, Jessi Kelly. Jessi is Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Stylecraft, a homebuilder in Texas. Enjoy these key takeaways on everything from mindset, to delegating, to leadership in the housing industry.
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Controlling the Controllable
Focus Discussion of the week: Time to shift strategies and ramp up your marketing! Make sure you start by controlling the "controllable". Amanda and Ali share no-cost things new home marketers should do to take control today. Get the full list on our Group Two blog.
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Back to Basics
Focus discussion of the week: Are you really feeling the market shift? You're not alone. Now's the time to get your ducks in a row. Ali and Matt discuss getting back to the basics of marketing in a time of uncertainty.
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Marketing Partnerships
Focus discussion of the week: From best practices to scalability, tune in to learn more about the benefits of partnering with outside brands and businesses - big and small! Join Amanda as she chats with Special Guest, TJ Streit, VP of Marketing at Dream Finders Homes.
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Summer of Social
Focus discussion of the week: Join Group Two's social team as they discuss their Summer of FUN Social Media suggestions, ideas, inspiration, and more!
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The Importance of Customer Experience
Focus Discussion of the Week: Chelsey and Katie chat about the importance of customer experience, and the difference it makes when building a home. This episode is packed with ideas and examples on how to make new homebuyers feel connected to the process. Plus it wouldn't be a Chelsey & Katie...
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Builder Deep Dive
Matt and Mollie are back together for a special episode to chat about what’s working well for New Home Inc. Listen and learn helpful video content tips, processes and efficiencies, communication tactics, and more! This one is PACKED with easy-to-implement ideas you won’t want to miss.
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On The Mastery of Selling
Join Alexis Udine and a very special guest, Roland Nairnsey, a renowned national sales trainer and owner at New Home Sales Plus as they unpack valuable nuggets from Roland’s new book, Mastery of Selling for New Homes.
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What’s Next in Social
Focus Discussion of the Week: Social Media Marketing is always changing. Blink a little too long and miss an update. That’s why we have our Social Corner here to keep us educated. From Facebook ad changes to TikTok tips, we drop the details on what builders can do to take advantage of the latest...
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BONUS EPISODE - Marketing Shifts to Stick With
Focus Discussion of the Week: Builder Marketing Managers Alexis Udine and Amanda Druschel take you through LIVE INTERVIEWS with Group Two builder partners from the IBS 2022. Our special guests were all asked the same question, “What's the biggest change you've made to your marketing or sales...
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How To Address Bad Online Reviews
Focus Discussion of the Week: Bad online reviews are practically inevitable, and the way you handle those reviews can make or break your online perception and your brand reputation. Hear from Laura Stortz, g2 Builder Marketing Manager, and Jane Vitelli, g2 Social Media Coordinator, as they…
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The OSC + Marketing Relationship
Alexis Udine and Laura Stortz talk specifics when it comes to OSC and Online Marketing collaboration. The OSC gets to hear straight from your buyers what they are looking for and the questions they are asking. By working together, your OSC can enhance your marketing content so your content...
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What to Expect at IBS
Chelsey Keenan and Katie Kolakowski review where you can find and connect with Group Two team members at the International Builders’ Show this year in Orlando. How you can participate in Builder Books’ The House That She Built $500 Cash Challenge every day, the awesome photo ops you’ll have with...
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2022 Lasso Tips
Discussion of the Week: Chelsey Keenan and Alexis Udine recap the top trends in new homes sales & marketing for 2022: How to sync your OSC messaging with your sales and marketing goals; keeping your media and branding consistent, fresh, passionate and personalized; the growth and importance of...
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Connecting with Community
Focus Discussion of the Week: What are you doing this season to connect with your community? Holiday food drives, community events, donations, and giveaways — Katie Kolakowski and Chelsey Keenan are here to talk about corporate social responsibility, what that looks like for builders, and how you...
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Resetting Traffic Expectations
Focus Discussion of the Week: We’re gonna be straight with ya on this episode. Your expectations of traffic might be a little outta wack after the whirlwind that 2020 and 2021 brought. Matt and Alexis Udine (our Director of Online Sales Coaching) are here to realign your chakras and your…
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Marketing Tips for Fall Selling Season
Focus Discussion of the Week: It’s spooky season, aka the Fall Selling Season. Join Builder Marketing Manager Katie and Creative Director Georgia as they chat about the current buyer mindset and a few tips and tactics to focus on right now, like self tours, getting good reviews, and what to share...
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FB Conundrum - Spreading out Your Marketing Dollars
Focus Discussion of the Week: Relevant as ever, Matt and Mollie delve into being vulnerable online and the importance of not only protecting your assets, but not putting all of your eggs in one platform’s basket. Listen in and think “bigger picture” as we discuss the hard truths about the digital...
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Q2 Digital Trends
We’re diving into everything we’ve seen this quarter in the digital marketing landscape and where we recommend focusing moving forward. Special guest and podcast favorite, Chelsey Keenan, Group Two’s Director of Digital Marketing gives insightful details on Geofencing, CPM (cost per thousand...
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Fueling Growth with Technology
Adopting new technology and systems can be painful for any organization, but it's critical to growth. Shawn Giddens, Senior Sales Coach for Schuber Mitchell Homes, joins Matt Riley to discuss how the fearless adoption of new technology has helped fuel his company's growth from 100 homes six years...
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The OSC's Role in Social Media
Should your Online Sales Counselor manage comments and questions on your social media platforms, rather than your marketing manager or onsite agents? The short answer is… YES! This week, Group Two’s Chelsey Keenan and Alexis Udine explain why this is a great strategy for home builders to gain...
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User-Generated Content
What is user-generated content and how do you use it in new home marketing? We answer those questions and more with our special guest, Maurie Jones, Sr. VP of Marketing at Wayne Homes! Wayne Homes is an industry leader when it comes to cultivating community on social media. Maurie explains the...
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The House That SHE Built
Focus Discussion of the Week: The House That SHE Built is a brand new children's book inspired by the home created and completed by The Utah Home Builders Association’s Professional Women in Building Council. Tune in as Mollie Elkman and Georgia Castellano — the author and illustrator of the…
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Parade of Homes Pivot with Jon Melchi
Focus Discussion of the Week: What will your 2021 Parade of Homes look like? Jon Melchi, Executive Director of the Building Industry Association of Central Ohio, joins Matt Riley to discuss how his market’s Parade of Homes pivoted when its 67-year-old model no longer worked. Listen in to learn…
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What's #Trending on Social Media
Focus Discussion of the Week: iOS 14 Update, TikTok, and user-generated content - join our social media experts Chelsey Keenan and Vicky Bak as they discuss What’s #Trending in Social Media! The Social Media corner breaks down the latest trends, news, and ideas in the world of social media and…
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What Makes Up Your Brand?
Focus Discussion of the Week: What Makes Up Your Brand? Consider branding, online presence, and customer experience as the three pillars of what makes your business thrive and succeed. Group Two branding and digital marketing experts Georgia and Chelsey join the show today to discuss what makes a...
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Building Trust with Ashley Durham
Focus Discussion of the Week: 35% of new home buyers were uncertain or overwhelmed about the new construction process. This means that it’s vital to provide information every step of the way. Make sure nothing gets lost in translation — and minimize the uncertainty — by providing the resources…
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Consumer Housing Trends Report with Zillow
Focus Discussion of the Week: The Zillow Housing Trends Report is out, and we've got insider insight! As millennial, tech-savvy buyers browse the market, are you up to date with your content to ensure an informative experience? Because when buyers have the information they need, they’re able to...
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This Market Sucks
Focus Discussion of the Week: This Market Sucks! Yes, we're in the highest demand market we've seen in quite some time, but that comes with some challenges - costs are going up, timelines are extended, and inventory has dried up. Many homebuilders are having trouble keeping up as people are ready...
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Q1 Digital Trends
Focus Discussion of the Week: TikTok, Google My Business, and the iOS 14 Update - what does that mean for you? Director of Digital Marketing Chelsey Keenan joins the show to unravel some of the digital trends we’ve discovered throughout Q1 and how to tackle digital advertising in a hot buyer’s...
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Online Builder Shop Results
Focus Discussion of the Week: More new home shoppers than ever are starting their searches online. Your website is the new sales model, and traffic is up. But it's not enough to just have online leads... Are you following up with them consistently and effectively? What kind of customer experience...
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Effective Content Strategy
Focus Discussion of the Week: You’ve heard the saying - content is king. But what exactly is content? We’ve heard plenty of definitions but to clear the air, Thaïs Cuffy, Group Two’s newest Content Strategist, joins the show to discuss why strong and clear content can lead your newest customers…
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Looking Forward With Kimberly Mackey
Focus Discussion of the Week: This week’s episode of Building Perspective brings in the insight of Kimberly Mackey, the founder of New Homes Solutions, and recently named Chairperson for the National Sales and Marketing Council (NSMC). In a time where sales may be record-breaking, Kimberly brings...
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Continuing To Invest With Brooke Carroll
Focus Discussion of the Week: As you may have noticed, sales are great, records are being set, and it looks all green from here on out. But that’s not where the process ends. Don’t suffer from GMS (Good Market Syndrome). It’s time to invest in yourself, your team, the process, and your content....
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Selling and Traffic: What’s the Pulse?
Focus Discussion of the Week: All new voices. All new opinions. All-new strategies. All Year long. Season 2 continues with Amanda Druschel - the newest member of Group Two. The 12-year homebuilding vet joins the show to discuss the current state of the market. With much of the market selling…
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Creating a Growth Mindset With Daniel Fischer
Focus Discussion of the Week: We’re kicking off season 2 of Building Perspective with our Leadership Series! Daniel Fischer is a veteran of the homebuilding industry — and just recently, his company, Elite Homes, was acquired by Arbor Homes. In this scenario, many would check off that “growth”…
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Brand is the Future
Focus Discussion of the Week: Don’t think branding is important? Think again. When buyers are considering one of the most important purchases of their life, the unique story you tell is vital — but if you only prioritize your bottom line, buyers can sense that from a mile away. Matt and Mollie...
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Making Quick Decisions, Not Perfect Decisions with Paul Hanson
Focus Discussion of the Week: Do you take action when needed? Do you admit when you’re wrong? Do you take ownership of your role? As a strong business leader, these are key questions to consider. Paul Hanson from EPCON Franchising discusses why “Making Quick Decisions, Not Perfect Decisions” is...
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Content That Converts with Peter Schravemade
Focus Discussion of the Week: The first step of a buyer’s process is typically a visit to Zillow or your website. But if you don’t have high-quality images and renderings of your homes, buyers will quickly drop you from consideration. An easy solution? Box Brownie! Peter Schravemade of Box…
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COVID Round 2
Focus Discussion of the Week: We’re all feeling a bit uncertain about the near future right now — but there are things you can still control. Having a firm grasp on your branding is key to ending 2020 on a high note. As we head into the election and holiday season, Matt and Mollie discuss how...
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Pricing, Shortages, and Expectations
Focus Discussion of the Week: The price increase of materials and delayed building times are raising home prices and pushing move-in day further back than your buyers might like — but there is a way to navigate this obstacle. Al Trellis joins Matt and Mollie to discuss everything you need to know...
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Leads, Price Increases, and Delays
Focus Discussion of the Week: The pendulum has swung quickly from utter fear and uncertainty to we can’t build enough new homes quick enough. With record breaking low interest rates, suppressed inventory levels, and consumers who NEED change in the way they live their lives, homebuilders are well...
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It's a Trap: BP Short
Focus Discussion of the Week: You’ve probably seen the headlines: “New Homes Sales Hit Record High!” But as the great Admiral Ackbar would say, “It’s a trap!” In today’s BP Short episode, Matt explains why you shouldn’t get complacent, despite the optimistic headlines — instead, you should…
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Real Buyer Talk
Focus Discussion of the Week: There’s no time like the present. With current mortgage rates at a historic low, it’s safe to say that homeowners are confident in their ability to make their move. In this week’s episode, two homeowners join us to discuss why they chose to buy a new home during the...
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A Culture of Empowerment with Greg and Missy Manuel
Focus Discussion of the Week: Are you putting as much focus on the well-being of your employees as you are on sales? In 2020, a holistic approach to your team and company is necessary. Greg and Missy Manuel of Manuel Builders join Matt and Mollie to discuss the importance of mental health and...
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The Science of Bias With Lindsey Tepfer
Focus Discussion of the Week: Your brain helps you navigate the world, assess situations, and judge interactions — so does that mean your brain also causes you to have biased opinions about other people? Challenge your thought process today as Lindsey Tepfer, a research associate from Temple...
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The COVID Impact On Floor Plans With Eric Taylor
Focus Discussion of the Week: In a new era of WFH, is your home designed for the “virtual 9 to 5”? Are you using your dining room as a makeshift home office? How are the impacts of COVID19 affecting the way we live and work in our homes, and are consumers going to be looking for a new approach to...
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Likability Is Overrated With Mary Marshall Forrest
Focus Discussion of the Week: Does being “nice” lead to more sales? How about being “liked”? The answer might surprise you. As we all know, these past months look a bit different than they did last year. So, how do we continue to drive sales and have a record-breaking year? Mary Marshall Forrest...
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A weekly new home sales and marketing podcast strictly for homebuilders and developers across North America. Every week Matt Riley and Mollie Elkman along with the team at Group Two, bring you a fresh perspective on all things sales and marketing related. Hear the latest news, trends, tips, and best practices strictly for the homebuilding industry each and every week right here on Building Perspective!
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