Ep. 240: Four Social Media Platforms You’re Not Using (But Should Be)

 How to Boost Your Social Media Presence Instantly Who should listen: If you’re an entrepreneur and you want to increase your social media presence while encouraging more engagement, then this episode is for you. Key point: LinkedIn, Pinterest, Quora, and Clubhouse are less saturated social media platforms that you can use to get and… Read more »


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How to Recruit Like a Boss

Recruiting the very best for your team comes with a little bit of luck, and a whole lot of hard work and patience. We pride ourselves on recruiting strong individuals for our already top-notch sales team. Luke Acree, president of ReminderMedia, focuses on what this process entails in our Above the Noise series—which breaks down… Read more »


How to Actually Connect Using Instagram

In previous posts, we’ve discussed how valuable Instagram is for business professionals. While creating an Instagram account that’s engaging is extremely beneficial, understanding how to leverage the platform to build a genuine following is what’s needed if you want a real return on your investment. But, how do you connect with those who matter on… Read more »


Should Agents Make an Introductory Video?

Video content is the hottest thing to have these days. A video requires the smallest amount of effort for the viewer. They get a great impression without having to do anything accept hit play. Conversely, it requires the most amount of effort from the person producing it. Introductory videos for agents can be a great… Read more »


Closing Gifts Compared

Home Closing Gifts: A Comparison of 5 Popular Options

How do you properly thank clients that put food on your table? If you’re like most agents, a closing gift is one of the ways you show appreciation. But good closing gifts are more than that. They can serve as a physical reminder of the relationship you’ve formed with them for years to come, opening… Read more »


The 11 Top Real Estate Podcasts of 2020

Talk is cheap… unless you’re in real estate. Or, more specifically, unless you listen to a podcast from at least one of the top real estate agents in the country. These 11 free real estate podcasts below deliver the goods… High-quality information Educational Useful Entertaining A six-figure annual income… priceless. Okay, not a perfect fit,… Read more »



Don’t Make These Common KPI Mistakes

When it comes to business, tracking your progress is a must. This is where Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) come into play. A KPI is a measurable value that demonstrates how effectively a company is achieving key business objections. A few of the most common ones used in small businesses include: net profit margin, sales revenue,… Read more »


How to Leverage the Holidays for Your Marketing

When it comes to marketing, leveraging the holidays is a no-brainer. But oftentimes, marketers don’t know where or how to begin. In today’s episode of Above the Noise, Jessi provides three tips to help any business execute a winning holiday marketing strategy. Video Transcription When people think of holiday marketing, they think of where can… Read more »


How to Develop a Compelling Value Proposition

A while back we wrote about the importance of defining your What? How? Why? If you haven’t done that yet, go back and read the article for some practical tips. It’s an important concept to guide all your marketing efforts. A firm understanding of your What? How? Why? will help you turn possibilities into leads,… Read more »


Personalizing Thank-You Notes to Customers

Writing a thank you note to a customer is the perfect way to put the icing on the cake. Naturally, there are some things you’re going to want to emphasize, and some things you’ll want to avoid. Thanking a customer after the deal is closed is a great way to let them know you’re still… Read more »


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The Best Marketing Strategies for Your Small Business

Of all the types of marketing strategies out there, the one I’m about to discuss with you is easy to understand, simple to implement, and, above all, exceptionally effective. And whether you’re a real estate agent, independent financial advisor, insurance broker, roofer, landscaper, interior designer, or any other type of small business owner, you can… Read more »