Episode 257 (Season 8, Episode 10)

Season 8 Outro

It’s the end of the season as we know it. It’s the end of the season as we know it. And we feel fine. (Name that song!) The verdict is in! Season 8 is the greatest Season 8 ever of the Boom Real Estate Podcast!

Thank you so much for joining us and we hope that you not only survived a little bit of a turndown in our business, but also a big bit of turndown in our podcast performance.

We figured that the worse that we are, the better you’ll feel about yourself! Hope it worked and we hope you’re making things work in your business, too! Thanks for listening and we hope to see you for Season 9 of The Boom Real Estate Podcast!!

SHOW NOTES

• The Team switches up their roles and it probably doesn’t work [1:41]
• Special Guest:  Jack Jack the Podcast Dog [3:52]
• Terry’s struggling to be a Producer [5:42]
• Megan recaps the season’s topics [6:31]
• The difference between hay and straw [8:48]
• Free plug for PotBelly Sandwich Shop [10:15]
• Sad that today is the last episode of Cornfed Criminals! [11:30]
• Todd reviews all the Cornfed Celebrity Criminals [12:20]
• Terry has been “jail adjacent” [14:05]
• Mr. Fred McFeely Rogers! [16:03]
• Megan almost got away without having to do her version of the Season 8 jingle [18:21]
• Todd confesses his love for his wife by confessing his love for Jack Jack, if you followed that  [19:29]

SHOW LINKS

• The Pros and Cons of Living in Arizona: https://thehonestlocal.com/living-in-arizona-moving/
• Everything about Hay and Straw: https://www.farmstore.com/straw-vs-hay/#:~:text=Some%20straw%20and%20hay%20may,%2C%20erosion%20control%2C%20and%20more.
• Mr. Rogers Facts: https://www.misterrogers.org/about-fred-rogers/

BOOM LINKS

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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/boomrealestatepodcast

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCt1P-rEDZ1h2UYT20EN4mYQ

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Episode 256 (Season 8, Episode 9)

Create Supplemental Income

I think we can all agree on two things:  1) red M&M’s are the best and 2) things have been tough with real estate lately.

We all love it when everyone is selling their homes, but how do we handle those moments when things are slow? We preach to “double down” on your real estate efforts, but if you must, looking for another source of income may be the preferred solution.

Let’s explore some options and dive deep into the Wright Brothers. We’ll also listen to Megan recoil in horror after being set up by Todd to fun of dentists! Always fun to see Megan squirm!

SHOW NOTES

• We think it’s “Going Great in Season 8” [3:14]
• Diversifying income is incredibly important right now [5:30]
• Todd gives away a $1,000,000 secret! [8:44]
• Todd’s worst ideas [10:53]
• Todd’s rhyming game is slightly off [12:40]
• Option 1:  Making money from within real estate [14:29]
• Pewter is worth more than bronze? [17:17]
• Option 2:  Making money working things that are affiliated with real estate [19:02]
• Terry shares his AirBNB story [20:55]
• Cornfed Criminals! [24:37]
• Orville and Wilbur Wright are Indiana natives [27:35]
• Christian wins, but Terry finishes under protest [29:22]
• Option 3:  Work something outside of real estate, but keep it flexible [32:00]
• Christian knows most about the “lazy girl” job trend [33:07]
• Megan hates on dentists! [34:10]
• Action Step:  Start researching another income source for slower real estate times [36:41]

SHOW LINKS

• Precious metals in order of value: https://www.elitejewelryandloan.com/types-precious-metals-value/
• The Wright Brothers: https://airandspace.si.edu/explore/stories/wright-brothers
• Best jobs to work from home: https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/finding-a-job/best-work-from-home-jobs
• Pros and Cons of Being a Dentist: https://orthodontics.com/pros-and-cons-of-being-a-dentist/

BOOM LINKS

Email: info@boomrealestatepodcast.com

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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/boomrealestatepodcast

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCt1P-rEDZ1h2UYT20EN4mYQ

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Episode 255 (Season 8, Episode 8)

Cut Expenses

It’s not fun to have to stop spending all that money on free iPads for all your Open House visitors, but sometimes it’s prudent.

In fact, while you’re at it, not only cut back on the iPad’s, but is Surf -n- Turf options for your Broker Opens really responsible? Not in this business climate!

This round of Boom Team madness helps you with all of that. How do you make the right decisions when the money isn’t rolling in like it used to? How do you cut back on piercings and spray tans? How do you get your hands on Steve McQueen memorabilia? So many questions…but even more answers on this episode of The Boom Real Estate Podcast!

SHOW NOTES

• People are too tan! [3:17]
• People are too pierced! [4:47]
• So many words rhyme with “eight” [7:39]
• Review your expenses and know where you’re spending [11:30]
• Life changes, so don’t be afraid to change with it [13:45]
• Cornfed Celebrities! [14:36]
• Who was your favorite Family Feud host? [17:09]
• This person was the highest paid actor in 1974! [20:05]
• Steve McQueen is from Beech Grove, Indiana! [22:03]
• Start getting rid of extra expenses [23:49]
• Look at means of doing the things you need to do at a less expensive means [25:25]
• Action Step:  Review your expenses and trim the fat [28:31]

SHOW LINKS

• Five celebrities who tan:  https://www.onyxtan.com/blogs/blog/5-celebrities-who-tan
• 21 tips and tricks for cruising:  https://thepointsguy.com/guide/cruise-tips-tricks-hacks/
• Family Feud hosts ranked:  https://screenrant.com/all-family-feud-hosts-ranked/
• 35 Happy Little Facts About Bob Ross:  https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/510332/35-happy-little-facts-about-bob-ross
• 10 Facts About Steve McQueen:  https://www.metv.com/lists/10-fascinating-facts-about-wanted-dead-or-alive-star-steve-mcqueen

BOOM LINKS

Email: info@boomrealestatepodcast.com

Web: www.boomrealestatepodcast.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/boomrealestatepodcast

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCt1P-rEDZ1h2UYT20EN4mYQ

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Episode 254 (Season 8, Episode 7)

Build Your Brand

If there was ever an episode that we did our best to avoid offering details on real estate-related materials, this might be the one!

Frankly, there is more talk about Adam Driver than brand marketing. So much so that we’re worried that Mr. Driver himself may come after us! (Especially considering that he has family in Indiana, so we’re basically in his backyard!)

If you’re short on time, the main takeaway is to work on building your brand, since it’s essential to the success of your business.

However, If you’re long on time, enjoy our talks about peeing your pants, Indiana’s criminal class, and a flashback to our locally famous LinkedIn episodes! Great stuff…we think!

SHOW NOTES

• Last time you peed your pants? [2:02]
• Todd learns about aging mens’ prostate issues! [4:17]
• Christian’s brand is a lavender-colored polo [7:03]
• Ask yourself, “who am I?” [10:14]
• Have someone vet you online and see if they can determine who you are [13:50]
• Partner up with locals in the area to show you’re the local expert [17:17]
• Terry can’t help but plug Taco Bell and the Detroit Lions [19:48]
• Todd teaches a Masterclass in successfully talking to a softball umpire [22:02]
• Cornfed Criminals! [23:50]
• Todd spends more time on Adam Driver than real estate content [25:30]
• Where do you put your content? [29:58]
• The Boom Team falls back into their “LinkedIn Energy” [30:50]
• Make sure to cross-promote your content [34:06]
• Assignment:  Create a 30-day Marketing Plan [36:29]

SHOW LINKS

• Admiral Stockdale: https://youtu.be/hk53qOhq40M?si=020E1oG1f2KscZd8
• The Knox Fox Real Estate Group: https://www.theknoxfox.com/
• Detroit Lions: https://www.detroitlions.com/
• Taco Bell: https://www.tacobell.com/
• Adam Driver: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3485845/
• Boom Podcast, Episode 215: https://boomrealestatepodcast.libsyn.com/20210305-boom-podcast-s5-episode-215-linkedin

BOOM LINKS

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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/boomrealestatepodcast

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCt1P-rEDZ1h2UYT20EN4mYQ

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Episode 253 (Season 8, Episode 6)

Love on Your Sphere

The Team needed some time off to do their own independent research about air conditioning systems in cars. Unfortunately, they still disagree. Fortunately, Todd is still right! [This is still being actively disputed. - editor]

Regardless though, they are ready to move on and argue about other things now. In this episode, we head down the warm path of sphere of influence marketing and why you should be showing your peeps all of your love!

Grab a warm cup of orange juice (yuck!) and enjoy the show!

SHOW NOTES

• Terry asks for an apology from Todd [1:40]
• Megan gives a sneak peak into what it’s like living with Todd [3:30]
• Terry’s mom loves his brother more than him [5:50]
• There’s nothing better than loving on your sphere! [7:48]
• Megan is going to take this episode off [9:37]
• Todd considers going fruitarian [11:33]
• First step:  Get a list together of all your past clients [12:55]
• Be a clientatarian! [14:24]
• Cornfed Criminals y’all! [15:48]
• Second Step:  Ask your current clients for introductions to their sphere [21:51]
• Don’t forget to add value and not always be asking for them to help you [25:36]
• Terry says “potential” strangely [27:40]
• Find the right balance of quality and quantity of touches [30:20]
• Be cautious of mass texting [33:33]

SHOW LINKS

• Fruitarian: Good or Bad: https://health.clevelandclinic.org/fruitarian-diet-is-it-safe-or-really-healthy-for-you
• Official Website for Mike Epps: https://mikeepps.com/
• 101 Words You Mispronounce: https://www.scienceofpeople.com/mispronounced-words/

BOOM LINKS

Email: info@boomrealestatepodcast.com

Web: www.boomrealestatepodcast.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/boomrealestatepodcast

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCt1P-rEDZ1h2UYT20EN4mYQ

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Episode 252 (Season 8, Episode 5)

Tighten Up Your Lead Followup

Before you can have a tight business, you need a tight you! How’s do you perform on the “sit-and-reach” test? Can you do the splits? Do you jog?

Go ahead and test all those things, send us the results, and then continue to listen to this podcast episode where we dive deep into tightening up your lead gen followup!

One of the biggest things we agents omit in real estate business is the people we already know that will eventually be engaging in a real estate transaction. We get their attention but we don’t keep their attention. That’s where we need to refine our lead follow up game!

For tips on how to do that, give this episode a good listen…after you are able to do your splits, of course.

SHOW NOTES

• How’s your squat game? [2:20]
• Side-to-side splits are pretty tough [3:48]
• What’s your sit-and-reach PR? [4:43]
• Do you run much? [7:45]
• Lead followup is the bread and butter of our business [10:12]
• Ginormous was coined by the movie Elf [11:57]
• First step: analyze your lead gen follow up [13:04]
• Where do you stand on Google Sheets versus Microsoft Excel? [16:20]
• Step two: figure out what needs to be modified [19:39]
• Do you have a viable CTA (Call To Action) [21:21]
• Cornfed Criminals! [23:40]
• Christian is an anti-secter [25:19]
• John Wooden’s criminal ties [28:31]
• Put it all together:  Analyze, modify, and then add! [31:49]
• Action Step:  Identify your Top 10 Leads and make that your frog! [32:39]

SHOW LINKS

• Sign up to be coached by The Boom Team: boomrealestatepodcast.com/coaching
• How to train to do the splits: https://www.wikihow.com/Do-the-Splits-in-a-Week-or-Less
• This site doesn’t actually work right now: boomninjawow.com
• Fun Facts about Rob Lowe: https://www.ranker.com/list/rob-lowe-facts-whoa/elle-tharp
• Sheets vs. Excel: https://zapier.com/blog/google-sheets-vs-excel/
• 99 facts about John Wooden: https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-2010-jun-13-la-sp-wooden-99-20100613-story.html

BOOM LINKS

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Web: www.boomrealestatepodcast.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/boomrealestatepodcast

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCt1P-rEDZ1h2UYT20EN4mYQ

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Episode 251 (Season 8, Episode 4)

Increase Your Lead Gen Efforts

We don’t even know where to start, so we’ll just be blunt with you. The Boom Team, (mostly Todd and Terry), spent the first 15 minutes of this episode, (and much of the rest), fighting about how a car’s A/C works. Did either win the argument? You’ll have to listen to weigh in.

So to recap, on our 251st episode, we simultaneously put together what could be argued as both the best and worst episode ever! Who do you stand with—Team Terry or Team Todd?

Give it a listen and let us know if you think this was great or awful. Also, let us know your thoughts are on how you think air conditioning works. Oh, and learn about the importance of increasing your lead gen efforts, too.

SHOW NOTES

• Things escalate very quickly and get “heated” [2:02]
• Todd and Terry scream at each other [3:22]
• Megan gets into the mix [5:04]
• Christian now gets into the A/C talk [6:20]
• Terry needs Tylenol [7:43]
• The Team leaves the studio to inspect Todd’s A/C [8:50]
• The Team leaves again to inspect Terry’s A/C [11:55]
• No one can explain what Max A/C is! [13:31]
• Some podcasts don’t have a Max Listener button! [15:55]
• Focus on what works with your lead gen [18:27]
• Megan tries to trigger Todd again, but almost gets Terry instead [20:59]
• Where do you stand: Team Todd or Team Everyone Else [21:29]
• Modify your lead gen efforts and make them better [24:00]
• Cornfed Criminals! [25:50]
• Indiana is more than “average, nice people” [26:45]
• James Dean’s criminal claim to fame:  a speeding ticket [29:40]
• Todd tries to tie criminal nature into A/C operations [31:50]

SHOW LINKS

• Sign up to be coached by The Boom Team: boomrealestatepodcast.com/coaching
• How air conditioning works in a car: https://www.uti.edu/blog/automotive/air-conditioning
• 35 Best Corn Recipes: https://www.thepioneerwoman.com/food-cooking/meals-menus/g35993911/best-corn-recipes/
• Boutros Boutros-Ghali: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Boutros_Boutros-Ghali
• 10 things you didn’t know about James Dean: https://www.history.com/news/10-things-you-may-not-know-about-james-dean

BOOM LINKS

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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/boomrealestatepodcast

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCt1P-rEDZ1h2UYT20EN4mYQ

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Episode 250 (Season 8, Episode 3)

Get Back to the Basics

We’re officially publishing our 250th podcast episode! No one—not even our parents, friends, kids, pets or each other—thought we would make it! Well, look at us now, parents, friends, kids, pets, and each other. We’ve made it…to another episode!

For us, it’s not so much the fame and fortune that typically comes with 250 episodes, but rather the ability to have a 251st episode at all.

What better way to celebrate moving forward than to look back by “getting back to the basics:. Which is exactly what we do in our 250th episode. We get back to the basics of what our middle names are, what parts of our bodies have been pierced, and a plea to reveal your worst crimes. Oh, and we do some Real Estate content, too.

All the things you’ve come to expect from the Boom Team throughout our 250 episodes! Congrats to the us on our first 250! And cheers to 750 more!

SHOW NOTES

• We reveal our middle names [1:35]
• Only 750 episodes left until we can move on from this contract [3:27]
• The team reminisces about their first episodes [4:45]
• “When the market shifts, focus on what truly matters." - Megan Ruth Ferris [6:21]
• Christian admits he’s had a belly button ring [8:11]
• “Trim the fat.” - Todd Richard Ferris [10:00]
• Strip away all the things that are not helping you [11:56]
• What do you do with the extra time you get by trimming the fat [14:41]
• Can you do the alphabet backwards? [16:16]
• It’s gameshow time! [18:12]
• What crimes have you committed?! [19:50]
• Did you know that Axl Rose was from Indiana?! [22:42]
• Have your systems in place! [24:19]
• Leverage support [27:03]

SHOW LINKS

• Sign up to be coached by The Boom Team: boomrealestatepodcast.com/coaching
• 15 Unusual Locations for a Piercing: https://sirenbodyjewelry.com/blogs/siren-blog/theyre-for-real-15-unusual-body-locations-for-a-piercing
• Axl Rose: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Axl_Rose
• Follow Up Boss: https://www.followupboss.com/

BOOM LINKS

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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/boomrealestatepodcast

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Episode 249 (Season 8, Episode 2)

Guard Your Mindset

One of the toughest things to handle in a down market is staying positive while while suppressing the negative thoughts trying to invade. It’s absolutely critical to make sure that you guard your mindset, which needs constant practice.

Join us as we share nine tips that you should implement when you’re experiencing any “down” season.

In addition, listen to the trials and tribulations of Terry as he battles losing a contact lens in his own eye like a champion! His perseverance and positive mindset truly are awe-inspiring! Salute to Terry!

SHOW NOTES

• We’re so famous, they get our names wrong [2:35]
• Todd introduces where we’re going today [4:53]
• Terry’s kimono is open! [6:45]
• Refuse mediocrity [7:39]
• Limit distractions [9:27]
• Don’t allow negativity in [10:29]
• Like a warrior, Terry battles through a slipping contact [12:21]
• Don’t get bored [12:49]
• This episode’s edition of Cornfed Criminals! [14:09]
• Colonel Sanders has done some very interesting things! [16:30]
• Producer Christian has a very skewed view of what makes a restaurant more formal [19:02]
• Stop making excuses! [19:46]
• Terry’s contact is back in place! Such a warrior! [22:13]
• Limit negative self talk [22:33]
• Refuse perfectionism [24:05]
• Don’t get complacent [26:03]
• Don’t get comfortable [27:51]
• What’s your favorite blanket? [29:30]

SHOW LINKS

• Sign up to be coached by The Boom Team: boomrealestatepodcast.com/coaching
• 8 Things To Know about Coronel Sanders: https://www.history.com/news/8-facts-real-colonel-sanders-kfc
• 6 Best Places to Order Contacts Online: https://www.cnet.com/health/personal-care/best-place-to-buy-contacts-online/
• Get inspired by Tony Horton: https://www.tonyhortonlife.com/
• The 11 Best Blankets of 2023: https://www.thespruce.com/best-blankets-4157559

BOOM LINKS

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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/boomrealestatepodcast

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCt1P-rEDZ1h2UYT20EN4mYQ

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Episode 248 (Season 8, Episode 1)

Season 8 Intro

IT’S TIME!!! The Boom Team have wrapped up their sabbatical, learned to do the splits, while juggling five balls! All of this means that we have reached our life goals and are ready to return to podcasting!

This season, we’re leveraging the current real estate market trends and teaching agents how to get back to the basics, while exploring new opportunities presented by a “tight market”.

Get ready to laugh, cry, (and probably suffer nosebleeds), as you listen to Season 8 of The Boom Real Estate Podcast. Develop your own plans on staying strong, even when the market’s not!

SHOW NOTES

• The shorter shorts are coming back! [1:05]
• Rompers and bathrooms don’t mix [3:27]
• The Boom Team will redefine the common zipper! [6:22]
• Producer Christian unveils the new Season 8 jingle! [9:23]
• Producer Christian unveils the new Season 8 jingle….take two! [12:48]
• Megan unveils the subject matter for Season 8 [14:06]
• Producer Christian unveils the new Season 8 jingle….take three! [15:30]
• Have you ever inherited plasticware?! [18:26]
• Todd’s Kickoff of Season 8’s official Fun Segment [18:55]
• Can you name this Cornfed Criminal? [21:28]
• Terry outros our introduction [23:43]

SHOW LINKS

• Book the Boom Team for a speaking event: boomrealestatepodcast.com/speaking
• Male rompers: https://romperjack.com/
• 70 Fun Facts about Michael Jackson: https://facts.net/michael-jackson-facts/

BOOM LINKS

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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/boomrealestatepodcast

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