And More Sage Advice from Creative Agent Randi Giles
By Julie Escobar
Our team is having a lot of fun seeing the creativity some contestants are putting into their entries for the 10K Realtor Contest. Randi Giles is just one of them. I 
Here’s what she shared…
Q: Thanks for sharing your ideas with us! Can you first tell our readers a little about yourself?
A: I am a native Rhode Islander, hailing from the gorgeous seaside town of Bristol and working as a realtor in Warren RI. Recently I moved to Providence and enjoy all the art, culture, restaurants and business that the state capital has to offer.
Q: From your Master Marketing Schedule entry – you look like you have a sense of humor as well as a keen eye for marketing. What do you like about having a tool such as the Schedule to help springboard ideas and keep agents on track?
A: I am a super visual person. So, having a large format poster to look at reminding me to take action is very helpful.
Q: You said you liked the Kiss the Landlord Goodbye tip. That’s a popular series with agents. Do you work with a lot of first time home buyers – and do you have any tips for that niche for our readers?
A: I love working with first time home buyers. The tip I have for agents working with them is to make sure you go through every aspect of the process with them and manage their expectations.
Q: I know you’re a fan of our Automated system of Just Listed/Just Sold postcards, www.mlsmailings.com. What do you like about that system?
A: The automated system is so easy to use. It takes a matter of minutes to order and I don’t have to worry about copy, design, printing, or mailing!
Q: What are some of your favorite ways to stay in touch with the VIPs in your sphere of influence?
A: I like to send out handwritten cards to my “Top 50” at least twice a year.
Q: What makes you unique in your market?
A: I am lucky enough to work for a great private brokerage that handles a lot of specialty properties. The Link Agency specializes in finding solutions for clients with unique property needs or with unique situations.
Q: Prospecting is a tough subject for a lot of agents—and sage advice?
A: Never give up.
Q: What’s one outside-the-box idea that you think agents would benefit from in today’s competitive market?
A: I think being true to yourself and being a genuine person will go a long way. Finding something that you’re interested in. If you already do well in an area, try to find a way to fold that into your Real Estate work can help a lot. An example off the top of my head is photography. If you have a great camera and an eye for composition, you can offer your clients something maybe other agents don’t have.
Q: If agents have a referral for you, how can they reach you?
A: Sure, I can be reached via phone at (401) 301-9703 or email at Randi@thelinkagency.com
Thanks, Randi! You’re awesome. If you’d like to learn more about the products and services that are helping make Randi’s business easier (and thousands of other agents as well) – visit our site at www.prospectsplus.com or call our team at 866.405.3638.
Be like Randi! Jump into the contest!