{"id":12477,"date":"2018-12-07T14:49:00","date_gmt":"2018-12-07T21:49:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.virtuance.com\/?p=12477"},"modified":"2018-12-07T15:04:42","modified_gmt":"2018-12-07T22:04:42","slug":"real-estate-titans-tools-of-trade","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/staging.virtuance.com\/member\/blog\/real-estate-titans-tools-of-trade\/","title":{"rendered":"Tools of Real Estate Titans &#8211; Section 2: Tools of the Trade"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>Learn the tools, books, and strategies used by top real estate professionals from across the country<\/h2>\n<p>We asked hundreds of real estate professionals about their habits, marketing strategies, and tools they use to be successful both professionally and personally. This content is a summary of those responses.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Tools\u00a0of the Trade<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.virtuance.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/tools-of-trade-tools.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-12481\" src=\"https:\/\/www.virtuance.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/tools-of-trade-tools.jpg\" alt=\"tools of trade tools\" width=\"710\" height=\"375\" srcset=\"https:\/\/staging.virtuance.com\/member\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/tools-of-trade-tools.jpg 710w, https:\/\/staging.virtuance.com\/member\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/tools-of-trade-tools-300x158.jpg 300w, https:\/\/staging.virtuance.com\/member\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/tools-of-trade-tools-454x240.jpg 454w, https:\/\/staging.virtuance.com\/member\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/tools-of-trade-tools-400x211.jpg 400w, https:\/\/staging.virtuance.com\/member\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/tools-of-trade-tools-110x58.jpg 110w, https:\/\/staging.virtuance.com\/member\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/tools-of-trade-tools-189x100.jpg 189w, https:\/\/staging.virtuance.com\/member\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/tools-of-trade-tools-240x127.jpg 240w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 710px) 100vw, 710px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>It shouldn\u2019t come as a surprise that the modern agent is plugged into technology to help them drive their business. Gone are the days of the Rolodex, Post-It notes, and paper calendars. Today\u2019s agent utilizes productivity tools to ensure they are providing ongoing communication to their clients\/prospects, staying organized, and staying on top of their brand.<\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.virtuance.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Tools-of-Real-Estate-Titans.pdf\">Download the Guide<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.virtuance.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/tools-of-trade-items-in-car.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-12479\" src=\"https:\/\/www.virtuance.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/tools-of-trade-items-in-car.jpg\" alt=\"tools of trade items in car\" width=\"707\" height=\"486\" srcset=\"https:\/\/staging.virtuance.com\/member\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/tools-of-trade-items-in-car.jpg 707w, https:\/\/staging.virtuance.com\/member\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/tools-of-trade-items-in-car-300x206.jpg 300w, https:\/\/staging.virtuance.com\/member\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/tools-of-trade-items-in-car-588x404.jpg 588w, https:\/\/staging.virtuance.com\/member\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/tools-of-trade-items-in-car-349x240.jpg 349w, https:\/\/staging.virtuance.com\/member\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/tools-of-trade-items-in-car-110x76.jpg 110w, https:\/\/staging.virtuance.com\/member\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/tools-of-trade-items-in-car-145x100.jpg 145w, https:\/\/staging.virtuance.com\/member\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/tools-of-trade-items-in-car-233x160.jpg 233w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 707px) 100vw, 707px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Over 75% of your peers mentioned toilet paper as an essential tool to keep in the car \u2013 take note!<\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.virtuance.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Tools-of-Real-Estate-Titans.pdf\">Download the Guide<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.virtuance.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/tools-of-trade-purchases.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-12480\" src=\"https:\/\/www.virtuance.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/tools-of-trade-purchases.jpg\" alt=\"tools of trade purchases\" width=\"694\" height=\"373\" srcset=\"https:\/\/staging.virtuance.com\/member\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/tools-of-trade-purchases.jpg 694w, https:\/\/staging.virtuance.com\/member\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/tools-of-trade-purchases-300x161.jpg 300w, https:\/\/staging.virtuance.com\/member\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/tools-of-trade-purchases-447x240.jpg 447w, https:\/\/staging.virtuance.com\/member\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/tools-of-trade-purchases-400x215.jpg 400w, https:\/\/staging.virtuance.com\/member\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/tools-of-trade-purchases-110x59.jpg 110w, https:\/\/staging.virtuance.com\/member\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/tools-of-trade-purchases-186x100.jpg 186w, https:\/\/staging.virtuance.com\/member\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/tools-of-trade-purchases-240x129.jpg 240w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 694px) 100vw, 694px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>An Alexa is not only an excellent tool for you to stay productive and on top of your life, but it\u2019s also perfect as a home warming gift!<\/p>\n<p>Electronic tape measures are game-changers! Agents are measuring for floor plans in half the time thanks to these babies!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.virtuance.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/tools-of-trade-books.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-12478\" src=\"https:\/\/www.virtuance.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/tools-of-trade-books.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"696\" height=\"387\" srcset=\"https:\/\/staging.virtuance.com\/member\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/tools-of-trade-books.jpg 696w, https:\/\/staging.virtuance.com\/member\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/tools-of-trade-books-300x167.jpg 300w, https:\/\/staging.virtuance.com\/member\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/tools-of-trade-books-432x240.jpg 432w, https:\/\/staging.virtuance.com\/member\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/tools-of-trade-books-400x222.jpg 400w, https:\/\/staging.virtuance.com\/member\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/tools-of-trade-books-110x61.jpg 110w, https:\/\/staging.virtuance.com\/member\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/tools-of-trade-books-180x100.jpg 180w, https:\/\/staging.virtuance.com\/member\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/tools-of-trade-books-240x133.jpg 240w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/ONE-Thing-Surprisingly-Extraordinary-Results\/dp\/1885167776\">The One Thing<\/a> &#8211;<\/h4>\n<p>YOU WANT LESS. You want fewer distractions and less on your plate. The daily barrage of e-mails, texts, tweets, messages, and meetings distract you and stress you out. The simultaneous demands of work and family are taking a toll. And what&#8217;s the cost? Second-rate work, missed deadlines, smaller paychecks, fewer promotions&#8211;and lots of stress. AND YOU WANT MORE. You want more productivity from your work. More income for a better lifestyle. You want more satisfaction from life, and more time for yourself, your family, and your friends. NOW YOU CAN HAVE BOTH&#8211;LESS AND MORE. In\u00a0The ONE Thing, you&#8217;ll learn to\u00a0*\u00a0cut through the clutter\u00a0*\u00a0achieve better results in less time\u00a0*\u00a0build momentum toward your goal*\u00a0dial down the stress\u00a0*\u00a0overcome that overwhelmed feeling\u00a0*\u00a0revive your energy\u00a0*\u00a0stay on track\u00a0*\u00a0master what matters to you\u00a0The ONE Thing\u00a0delivers extraordinary results in every area of your life&#8211;work, personal, family, and spiritual. WHAT&#8217;S YOUR ONE THING?<\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Go-Giver-Expanded-Little-Powerful-Business\/dp\/1591848288\">The Go Giver<\/a>\u00a0&#8211;<\/h4>\n<p>Imparted with wit and grace,\u00a0<i>The Go-Giver\u00a0<\/i>is a classic bestseller that brings to life the old proverb \u201cGive and you shall receive.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Nearly a decade since its original publication, the term \u201cgo-giver\u201d has become shorthand for a defining set of values embraced by hundreds of thousands of people around the world. Today this timeless story continues to help its readers find fulfillment\u00a0<i>and\u00a0<\/i>greater success in business, in their personal lives and in their communities.<\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Rich-Dad-Poor-Teach-Middle\/dp\/1543626610\">Rich Dad, Poor Dad<\/a> &#8211;<\/h4>\n<p><i>Rich Dad Poor Dad<\/i>\u00a0is Robert&#8217;s story of growing up with two dads \u2014 his real father and the father of his best friend, his rich dad \u2014 and the ways in which both men shaped his thoughts about money and investing. The book explodes the myth that you need to earn a high income to be rich and explains the difference between working for money and having your money work for you.<\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Millionaire-Real-Estate-Agent-About\/dp\/0071444041\">Millionaire Real Estate Agent<\/a> &#8211;<\/h4>\n<p><i>The Millionaire Real Estate Agent\u00a0<\/i>explains:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Three concepts that drive production<\/li>\n<li>Economic, organizational, and lead generation models that are the foundations of any high-achiever&#8217;s business<\/li>\n<li>How to &#8220;Earn a Million,&#8221; &#8220;Net a Million,&#8221; and &#8220;Receive a Million&#8221; in annual income<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Ninja-Selling-Subtle-Skills-Results\/dp\/1626342849\">Ninja Selling<\/a> &#8211;<\/h4>\n<p>In\u00a0<i>Ninja Selling<\/i>, author Larry Kendall transforms the way readers think about selling. He points out the problems with traditional selling methods and instead offers a science-based selling system that gives predictable results regardless of personality type.\u00a0<i>Ninja Selling<\/i>\u00a0teaches readers how to shift their approach from chasing clients to attracting clients. Readers will learn how to stop selling and start solving by asking the right questions and listening to their clients.<\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.virtuance.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Tools-of-Real-Estate-Titans.pdf\">Download the Guide<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><i>Ninja Selling<\/i>\u00a0is an invaluable step-by-step guide that shows readers how to be more effective in their sales careers and increase their income-per-hour, so that they can lead full lives. Ninja Selling is both a sales platform and a path to personal mastery and life purpose. Followers of the Ninja Selling system say it not only improved their business and their client relationships; it also improved the quality of their lives.<\/p>\n<h3>Breaking news: real estate professionals like to read about real estate! These titles were the unanimous picks as must-reads. If you haven\u2019t checked them out, do so ASAP!<\/h3>\n<hr \/>\n<p>Go back to Tools of Real Estate Titans <span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.virtuance.com\/blog\/real-estate-titans-tools\/\">Section 1: Marketing Tools \u2013&gt;<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"wp_rp_first\" class=\"wp_rp_wrap wp_rp_vertical_m\">\n<div class=\"wp_rp_content\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Learn the tools, books, and strategies used by top real estate professionals from across the country We asked hundreds of real estate professionals about their habits, marketing strategies, and tools they use to be successful both professionally and personally. This content is a summary of those responses. 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