Realtor Collaboration, Client Authenticity, and Other Non-Negotiables for Leslie Romenesko

Paul and Josh welcome a dear friend and dynamite realtor, Leslie Romenesko. Leslie shares her inspiring journey from a childhood spent in her father's appraisal office to becoming a top-producing real estate agent in Los Angeles. She emphasizes the importance of building strong relationships with clients and fellow agents, and how treating others with kindness can lead to success in the industry. Leslie also discusses her unique approach to client interactions, focusing on understanding their needs and providing tailored solutions. With a mix of personal anecdotes and professional insights, this episode is packed with valuable lessons for anyone looking to thrive in real estate. #realestate #podcast #success #networking #inspiration #realestatepodcastConnect with Forward One PodcastYouTube: www.youtube.com/@forwardonepodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/forwardonemedia TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itspaulmarkmorris Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/paulmarkmorrisConnect with Leslie RomeneskoInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/leslielahomes/Presented by Forward One Real Estate Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/forwardonerealestate https://forwardone.com/Timestamps00:00:05 - Meet Leslie Romenesko00:00:54 - Why Realtor Relationships Matter00:05:00 - From Film School to Los Angeles Real Estate00:07:50 - The First Deal and Building a Business00:11:11 - Preparation, Persistence, and Believing in Yourself00:20:51 - Measuring Success and Setting Goals00:25:02 - A Quality-Over-Quantity Business Model00:26:04 - Building the Right Support Team00:31:43 - Building a Client Base From Zero00:42:01 - Turning Open Houses Into Opportunities00:42:55 - The Best CRM Is the One You Use00:46:36 - Authentic Follow-Up Without Rigid Scripts00:51:56 - Taking Action, Getting Feedback, and Adapting00:55:15 - A Client-Centered Listing Presentation00:58:19 - Listen More and Keep Meetings Short01:02:14 - Personal Values, Happiness, and Family01:03:32 - Courage, Community, and Let's Go