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The Elite Agent Masterclass
Welcome to the Elite Agent Masterclass Podcast, co-founded by James Humphries-Stone and Jack Durkin. Our mission is straightforward: to help both self-employed and employed estate agents excel in the competitive world of estate agency.
We share real stories and proven strategies from top-performing agents and industry experts alike.
We explore essential frameworks for success: lead generation, personal branding, and market positioning. We discuss the environments where great agents flourish, emphasizing the importance of support systems for all estate agents.
James and Jack reveal their journeys from modest beginnings to significant earnings. James, for example, progressed from earning £12,000 a year to £14,000 per deal. Jack speaks about the transition from corporate constraints to the freedom of self-employment, demonstrating that with the right mindset and strategies, extraordinary success is within reach.
The Elite Agent Masterclass Podcast is your guide to mastering estate agency, whether you’re self-employed or working within a larger firm. We cover practical tactics, from door knocking and direct mail to creating impactful social media content.
Join us to learn from those who have succeeded. Understand the power of consistent effort and smart strategies. Discover how building a strong personal brand can attract the clients and properties you seek.
Whether you’re new to the industry or a seasoned professional, the Elite Agent Masterclass Podcast offers the tools, knowledge, and inspiration you need to thrive in estate agency.
The Elite Agent Masterclass
No Plan B! How Ben Dunn’s Bold Moves Created a Winning Estate Agency Career
🎙️ In this week’s episode of the Elite Agent Masterclass, James and Jack are joined by Ben Dunn, a self-employed estate agent who epitomizes the meaning of going "all in."
Ben shares his inspiring journey from the high street to building a successful self-employed estate agency with no safety net. From remortgaging his house to support his dream to achieving results that rival annual salaries in his previous employed roles, Ben’s story is one of calculated risk, relentless determination, and the power of having no Plan B.
🔥 What to Expect in This Episode:
- Why leaving a corporate role can feel daunting—and how to overcome the fear.
- The mindset shift needed to thrive as a self-employed estate agent.
- How going all in forces you to make things work, no matter what.
- Real strategies for generating leads, delivering value, and building client trust.
- Why betting on yourself is the best decision you’ll ever make.
Ben’s transparency about the highs, lows, and lessons learned along the way is exactly what every estate agent needs to hear—whether you’re employed, considering the self-employed model, or already building your own business.
💡 Key Highlights:
- Ben's two completions that earned more than his previous annual salary.
- The role of mindset and resilience in navigating the self-employed world.
- How The Avenue Estate Agents' support model helped him grow and succeed.
- Why social media and networking are non-negotiables in today’s market.
This episode is packed with actionable advice, relatable challenges, and a whole lot of motivation to help you move past self-doubt and start creating your ideal estate agency career.
💬 Join the Conversation:
Are you ready to ditch Plan B and focus on what really matters? Let us know your biggest takeaway from this episode!
📺 CTA: Don’t forget to catch the full episode on YouTube for even more insights and strategies!
🔗 Stay Connected:
📲 Follow Ben Dunn: Connect with Ben on Instagram @BenDunn_TheAvenue and Facebook for more insights and inspiration.
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