How to Transition from Solo Agent to Successful Team Leader in Real Estate - EP 35
In this episode of the Better Agent Podcast, Josh Vik talks with Michael Leeson about building a real estate business grounded in authenticity, relationships, and experience. Michael shares lessons from his missionary background, strategies for growth, negotiation frameworks, team-building insights, and how to balance family and business while thriving as an agent.🎧 Hosts: Josh Vik 🎤 Featuring: Michael Leeson – Real Estate Agent, Entrepreneur, and MentorMichael Leeson is a Realtor with Realty Executives Cooper Spransy, serving the Madison and Dane County market. With two decades of experience in real estate investment, sales, and property management, he has closed 125 transactions worth over $66.6 million in the past five years, averaging $368,000 per sale. Leeson runs a team supported by an Executive Assistant and Transaction Coordinator, providing full-service representation across a wide price range from entry-level homes to luxury properties. He and his wife Emma are raising five children in Sun Prairie while remaining active in travel and community involvement.💡 What You’ll Learn: ✔️ How past experiences can inform success in real estate ✔️ Mindset shifts for new and growing agents ✔️ Building a team and scaling a business sustainably ✔️ Negotiation tips and communication strategies ✔️ Maintaining personal balance and strong relationships ✔️ Investing in your business for long-term growth🎙 Follow Michael Leeson:🌎 Website → https://leesonrealestate.com/🎙 Follow Josh Lavik and the Better Agent Podcast: 🌎 Website → https://www.joshlavik.com/📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/joshlavikassoc📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/jla_madison/🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/jlavik🔖 Don’t Forget to LIKE 👍, SUBSCRIBE 🔔 & COMMENT 💬 Below! ⭐ Produced by Icons of Real Estate – https://iconsofrealestate.com
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How Lindsay Mefford Transformed Her Passion for Homes into a Successful Real Estate Career - EP 34
On this episode of Better Agent Podcast, Josh Lavik is joined by Lindsay Mefford, a new real estate agent with a unique background in home inspections and radon testing. Lindsay shares her story of transitioning from teaching to real estate, the challenges she faced in her first year, and the value of leveraging her previous experience. She discusses how she’s built a solid system for working with older clients, the importance of staying organized, and why radon testing is an often-overlooked but critical aspect of real estate. Tune in for valuable tips and insights to grow your business in real estate!🎧 Hosted by: Josh Lavik 🎙 Featuring: Lindsay Mefford – Real Estate AgentLindsay Mefford is a Sales Representative with EXIT Realty HGM, working primarily out of the Madison office and serving clients across Madison and the surrounding areas. A former elementary school teacher and home inspection professional, Lindsay brings a unique perspective to real estate. For over a decade, she and her husband have operated Madison Radon Testing, completing thousands of inspections—including work at the Wisconsin State Capitol.💡 What You’ll Learn: ✔️ Lindsay’s transition from teaching to real estate ✔️ The benefits of a background in home inspections ✔️ How Lindsay built a system for real estate success ✔️ Why understanding market trends is crucial for success ✔️ Specializing in working with older clients ✔️ Tips for new agents and staying organized ✔️ The importance of radon testing in real estate transactions📇 Connect with Lindsay Mefford:🌎 Website → https://meffordrealty.com/📘 Facebook → https://facebook.com/lindsay.mefford📷 Instagram → https://instagram.com/lindsmefford🔗 LinkedIn → https://tiktok.com/@lindsmefford🎙 Follow Josh Lavik and the Better Agent Podcast: 🌎 Website → https://www.joshlavik.com/📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/joshlavikassoc📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/jla_madison/🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/jlavik🔖 Don’t Forget to LIKE 👍, SUBSCRIBE 🔔 & COMMENT 💬 Below! ⭐ Produced by Icons of Real Estate – https://iconsofrealestate.com
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Building Relationships and Real Estate Success with Anne Baranski - EP 33
In this episode of The Better Agent Podcast, Josh Lavik is joined by Anne Baranski, a real estate agent with a unique niche of working with dog lovers. Anne shares her journey into real estate, how authenticity and passion for animals have played a key role in her success, and how she’s grown her business through referrals. Anne discusses how being true to your passions can drive growth and the importance of building relationships and staying connected with clients. Tune in for valuable insights and advice on making your real estate career truly thrive!🎧 Hosted by: Josh Lavik 🎙 Featuring: Anne Baranski – Real Estate AgentAnne Baranski is an award-winning Broker Owner of Forever Home Real Estate, proudly serving clients across Wisconsin. Rising quickly in her career, she closed 17 deals in her first year, earned “Corporate REALTOR® of the Year,” and by year four ranked in the top 5% of MLS producers statewide. Anne has been recognized among Wisconsin’s top three agents and was invited to speak at the 2018 REALTORS® Convention.💡 What You’ll Learn: ✔️ How Anne's passion for dogs shaped her real estate business ✔️ The power of authenticity and building genuine client relationships ✔️ Why staying consistent with client engagement drives long-term success ✔️ How to leverage your unique interests to grow your business ✔️ The importance of referrals in building a sustainable career ✔️ Tips for real estate agents looking to grow and stay authentic📇 Connect with Anne Baranski:🌎 Website → https://anne.foreverhomerealestate.com/📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/foreverhome.realestate/🎙 Follow Josh Lavik and the Better Agent Podcast:🌎 Website → https://www.joshlavik.com/📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/joshlavikassoc📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/jla_madison/🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/jlavik🔖 Don’t Forget to LIKE 👍, SUBSCRIBE 🔔 & COMMENT 💬 Below!⭐ Produced by Icons of Real Estate - https://iconsofrealestate.com/
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Leveraging Real Estate Experience for Growth with Timothy Flores - EP 32
In this episode of The Better Agent Podcast, host Josh Lavik sits down with Timothy Flores, a successful real estate agent who transitioned from the tech world and Airbnb investments into real estate. Timothy shares his journey from getting started in the business to leveraging his tech background to build a thriving real estate career. He discusses the emotional side of real estate, the importance of building relationships, and why client referrals are so crucial to growth. Timothy also offers valuable insights into staying positive, overcoming challenges, and growing a business in today’s real estate market.🎧 Hosted by: Josh Lavik 🎙 Featuring: Timothy Flores – Real Estate AgentTim Flores is a seasoned real estate professional and Team Lead at Flores & Partners (powered by eXp Realty) in the Madison, WI area. With 7 years of experience and deep roots in the community, he blends innovation and local insight to deliver results-focused service. In 2024, Tim expanded his firm’s presence with the opening of a new Madison office and helped more than 50 local families achieve their real estate goals.💡 What You’ll Learn: ✔️ How Timothy's background in tech and Airbnb investing influenced his real estate success ✔️ The emotional side of real estate and why supporting your clients matters ✔️ How to turn past clients into long-term relationships that fuel business growth ✔️ Overcoming market challenges with a positive mindset ✔️ Why being a good co-broker and nurturing relationships with other agents is essential ✔️ The importance of proactive client engagement and providing value📇 Connect with Timothy Flores:🌎 Website → https://searchmadisonhomes.com/📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/floresrealtywi/🎙 Follow Josh Lavik:🌎 Website → https://www.joshlavik.com/📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/joshlavikassoc📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/jla_madison/🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/jlavik🔖 Don’t Forget to LIKE 👍, SUBSCRIBE 🔔 & COMMENT 💬 Below! ⭐ Produced by Icons of Real Estate – https://iconsofrealestate.com
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Growth Strategies in Real Estate: Expert Insights with Mike Bailey & Stella Guevara - EP 31
Join Josh Lavik as he sits down with Mike Bailey and Stella Guevara of eXp Realty on the Better Agent Podcast to discuss their success strategies in real estate. From Mike’s transition into real estate, cold calling days, and listing expired properties, to Stella’s approach to staging and vendor relationships, this episode is full of tips and real-world advice. Whether you're just starting out or looking to scale your real estate business, Mike and Stella’s stories and tips will give you actionable insights to boost your business.🎧 Host: Josh Lavik 🎙 Guests: Mike Bailey and Stella Guevara – Real Estate Agent at eXp RealtyMike Bailey & Stella Guevara — Mike & Stella are an award-winning real estate duo with over 30 years of combined experience, proudly serving South Central Wisconsin through eXp Realty. Ranked among the top 1% of Realtors nationwide, earning multiple “Top Agent” and Centurion awards. Mike brings a disciplined, coach-like approach from his background in athletics and education, while Stella offers a client-first mindset shaped by 17+ years as a small business owner. Together, they’re known for their honesty, responsiveness, and warm, family-oriented service that makes every client feel like part of their community.💡 What You’ll Learn: ✔️ The importance of persistence and follow-up in building a real estate business ✔️ How to leverage cold calling to get new listings ✔️ Tips for staging homes to sell faster ✔️ Building a vendor list to support your business growth ✔️ How to manage client expectations when discussing pricing ✔️ The role of referrals in growing your business🎙 Follow Mike Bailey & Stella Guevara:🌎 Website → https://www.mikeandstella.com/🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-bailey-and-stella-guevara-1612bb2a/📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/mikeandstellaexp/🎙 Follow Josh Lavik:🌎 Website → https://www.joshlavik.com/📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/joshlavikassoc📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/jla_madison/🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/jlavik🔖 Don’t Forget to LIKE 👍, SUBSCRIBE 🔔 & COMMENT 💬 Below!⭐ Produced by Icons of Real Estate - https://iconsofrealestate.com/
Welcome to The Better Agent Podcast, hosted by Josh Lavik, a high achiever, dreamer, and dad of 3. Josh shares the strategies that took him from 5 to 50 transactions a year. Each episode features actionable tips for real estate agents to boost production, streamline operations, and improve client experiences. Josh also answers audience questions and offers insights from his exclusive 21-day challenge. Whether you're starting out or growing your business, The Better Agent Podcast will help you build a world-class career. Tune in today!
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