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The Science of How to Be a Memorable Service Professional

Use the psychology of memory and sound relationship-marketing tactics to build long-lasting, memorable customer relationships and stay top of mind How are people going to remember you when you’re gone? Relax. I don’t mean “gone” as in “gone to a better place.” I mean “gone” as in you’ve left a conversation with someone you haven’t… Read more »


Ep. 135: James Carbary- How to Find Your Perfect Client Through Podcasting

 James Carbary is the founder of Sweet Fish Media, a podcast agency for B2B brands, and he hosts his own podcast called B2B Growth—a show dedicated to helping B2B executives achieve explosive growth. He has been a contributor for the Huffington Post, Entrepreneur, and Business Insider, and is the author of Content-Based Networking: How… Read more »


Ep 126: DEEP DIVE – Deirdre Van Nest – Command Any Room with These 4 Public Speaking Tips

   Deirdre Van Nest is a top-rated international keynote speaker, trainer, and creator of Crazy Good Talks—a system that has taught thousands of financial professionals, business leaders, and sales professionals how to use public speaking engagements to bring in more business. Today on Stay Paid, Deirdre offers her expertise and shares strategies that can… Read more »


10 Conversational Habits That Make You More Influential

“He’s a born salesman.” You’ve probably heard someone say this about someone who is particularly influential. You may have even used it yourself. But it’s not entirely accurate While some people have an innate sense of how to influence others, anyone can learn to use these techniques in their conversations. Here are ten of the… Read more »


9 Outstanding Holiday Marketing Strategies for Real Estate Agents

Updated October 2, 2023 The holiday season is probably the time of year most closely associated with home. After all, it’s right there in the song: “There’s no place like home for the holidays.” At this time of year, when you’re looking for holiday marketing ideas that will reinforce your relationships and give a boost… Read more »


10 Productivity Hacks You Need To Start Using Today

If you’re like me, you have a a pretty long list of things to do that seems to keep growing. Until someone finds a way to freeze time or add more hours to the day, we need to make the most of every minute to get it all done. The bad news is that most of… Read more »


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6 Unique and Creative Marketing Ideas for Real Estate Agents

Frankly, as a writer who has respect for the English language, I can get pretty ticked off when someone promises “unique” marketing ideas, and the first thing on their list is “create a website.” Really? If you want marketing ideas that will help you stand out not just for the sake of being different but… Read more »


Ep 129: Eric Siu – Create Exponential Growth with Your Marketing

   Eric Siu is the CEO of the digital marketing agency Single Grain and cofounder of ClickFlow, an SEO tool that is saving businesses time and tracking their revenue. He’s also the cohost of the Marketing School podcast with Neil Patel, and host of the Leveling Up podcast, which are aimed at helping people… Read more »


Ep. 238: Simple Ideas for How to Use Texting to Connect with Clients

 Use Text Messages to Connect with Your Sphere Who should listen: This episode is for sales professionals who want to optimize how they use text messages to connect with clients and prospects. Key point: Best practices include: have clients’ consent to text, include a CTA, respond personally, respect their time, be the one to… Read more »


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6 Proven Tips to Promote Your Roofing Company and Win More Clients

The roofing industry is highly competitive, with every potential client seeking the lowest prices and longest-lasting results. However, just about every building in your community needs the assistance of a roofing company from time to time, so there are plenty of people looking for services like yours. The first step to making sure your roofing… Read more »


Timing Matters: When to Follow Up for More Effective Client Communication

Timing can be everything. So if your clients are busy or distracted when you call them to follow up, you’ll have a hard time engaging them in conversation. It’s important to call them just at the right time, and unfortunately, determining this time can take some trial and error. To give you a starting point,… Read more »


The Best Closing Phrases for Any Deal

In any sales situation, there comes a moment when the time feels right to go for the close. While there is no single magic phrase that will guarantee a sale, there are some time-tested lines that can help you get results. Here are six highly effective closing phrases you can use to close your next… Read more »