BUSINESS PLAN & Goal-Setting Guide
THE ENTREPRENEUR'S PATH
ThisMomentum business plan & goal-setting guide was developed for RE/MAX Select Associates to create a thorough and logical path to follow to achieve their goals and fulfill their life "want to's."
Unlike just goal setting, where you pick a number and hope for the best, this comprehensive plan walks you through, step-bystep, a tested and proven process of developing a full, easy-to-follow plan. Moving well beyond an income goal to a daily plan to achieve your goal, followed by tracking and accountability to help keep you on your Momentum path.
After this plan is completed, you will have a clear picture of what financial level you need to attain to fund your life. Beyond a dollar figure, you’ll discover how many personal contacts you need to make daily to reach your financial goal.
YOUR WANT TO
STEP 1 What's your "Want To"? . . . 4
"Knowing your "want to" is more important than knowing your "how."
BUDGETING
STEP 2 Build your annual personal budget . . . . . . 5
STEP 3 Build your annual business budget 9
FINANCIAL GOAL
STEP 4 Establish your Lifestyle Number, the minimum amount acceptable to fund your life and your "want to's" 12
STEP 5 Set next year's financial goal 13
CONTACTS
STEP 6 Establish your daily contact target to meet your financial goal . . 14
"This is where the rubber meets the road. Real Estate is a contact sport!"
THE ENTREPRENEUR'S PATH
Once your financial path is clear, we’ll map out your plan to identify exactly what marketing sources and lead generation activities will help you meet your goals and which ones to avoid. It’s all about focusing on the vital activities to get the desired results.
You will get out of the Momentum Success System what you put into it. If you complete this Guide, do the hard work and obtain the training your plan rec ommends to become a master in business areas you select to focus on, the sky’s the limit. If you complete this Guide and do what you’ve always done, you’ll get what you’ve always gotten.
Let’s get started down your personalized Entrepreneur's Path…
TRAINING
STEP
STEP
STEP 9 Determine what Training you need to Support your Income Targets . . . . . . 21 • Momentum • New Agent Training • Designation Courses • Reading
ACCOUNTABILITY
STEP 10 Commit to tracking your success and taking advantage of RE/ MAX Select's accountability options 24
"Obtaining your goal starts with a crystal clear, specific target and laser focus."
Rolando Verduzco
Owner/CEO
CLHMS, GUILD, AHWD RE/MAX Chairman's Club Team RE/MAX Hall of Fame
GOALS
STEP 11 Get specific about your 2023 goals. Identify the strategies & tasks needed to achieve those goals and crush your limiting beliefs 25
STEP 1: YOUR "WANT TO's"
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one is the most important step. Why do you want to “suc ceed” anyway? What does success mean to you?
I Want To...
“Put my kids through college."
"Take four vacations next year."
"Retire at 50."
"Pay off my home by 2032."
"Buy three rentals." "Volunteer in a homeless shelter 20 hours a week."
"Write a book."
"Buy an electric car and save the Earth."
Before we start crunching numbers and getting rich, you should know your "want to's." Do you want more money? Do you want more time? It's ok to want both!
What would you really do with more money and/or more time?
What are your life’s "want to's"? Why are you working?
vary. And as with the personal budget, perfection is not the goal.
1. Your Lifestyle Number: $ $ (The amount you need to fund your life—from page 12.)
Your Average Commission per Side Last Year: (Was last year typical?) $ $
Number of Closed Transactions Needed Next Year: (#1 divided by #2 and round up.)
Percent of Sides that You Plan to Be Listings: (Was last year typical?) % % 5. Number of Closed Listing Sides Needed for Your Goal: (#3 times #4 and round up.) 6. Number of Listings Taken, Needed for Goal: (Divide #5 by 17, assuming only 90% will close next year.)
Number of Listings Appointments, Needed for Goal: (Divide #6 by 90% assuming, you'll list 75% of them.) 8. Number of New, Closed Selling Sides Needed for Your Goal: (Subtract #5 from #3, above.) 9. Number of Buyers You Need to Work with to Reach Selling Side Goal: (Divide #8 by .75, assuming 75% close.)
Number of Clients Needed to Meet Next Year's Goal (Add #7 and #9, above.)
Assume 70% of your sides will be sales and the remaining 30% will be listings. These assumptions are averages to help new Associates plan for the year.
Successful Entrepreneurs select no more than three Income Tar gets to focus on. If you select more than three areas, you risk losing focus altogether. As you consider what Income Targets to pursue from the list that follows, look where your business has come from in the past as a guide to future success. Income Channel or Target 1, “Working your Network (Sphere) is pre-checked because virtually everyone makes this part of their Business Plan. Some agents only work this Target. Since everyone typically knows more than one agent you should Follow a Task/ Tool Plan in order to be the agent who is most in “Flow” with your Network. In order to have a thriving productive business focus on just what you need to have and just what you need to know in order to be intentional, proactive, effective and efficient within your Tar get. Then go out and take focused action and watch your income grow!
Now that you have selected your Income Targets and Marketing strategies, simply plug in the relevant Training and education needed to support your plan and to increase your confidence level.
MOMENTUM
Lead Generation Courses
■ EXPIRED BOOT CAMP Teaches the Call-to-Close method, a very direct and proactive approach to working expired listings over the phone. Dialogue is taught in a progressive manner, helping each broker become comfortable and confident with the technique. Associates will learn how to add from 1 to 3 listings per week to their inventory.
■ FSBO BOOT CAMP Teaches the Five-Step-Follow-Up method, a complete, non-threatening approach to effectively working For Sale by Owners. Associates will learn how to pro-actively solicit, follow up with and close FSBOs in a way that adds value to all.
■ OPEN HOUSE BOOT CAMP Teaches the Label-the-Looker method, a complete, nonthreatening approach to conversing and following up with open-house attendees. Associates will learn how to advertise and hold highly effective and productive open houses. In-home and follow-up scripts will be discussed thoroughly.
■ MARKETING BOOT CAMP Teaches the Who-Do-You-Know method, a very simple and proactive approach to working neighbors who live around just-listed and just-sold properties, the Label-the-Caller method, a focused and effective approach to answering yard sign and ad calls and the Smart- Farm method for choosing and servicing fruitful farm areas.
■ REFERRAL BOOT CAMP Teaches a unique 33-Touch program, which helps Associates increase their referral- based business. Associates learn how to pro-actively stay in flow with friends, family and past clients through mailings, phone calls and social media.
■ SOCIAL MEDIA BOOT CAMP Teaches an intentional and proactive approach to utilize social media platforms. Associates will learn how to identify their target audience and how to implement social media strategies to grow their business. The end result of this class is an associate will be able to create additional client relationships and nurture existing relationships through the utilization of social media strategies.
■ PHONE PROSPECTING BOOT CAMP Teaches the keys to successful phone prospecting, beginning with the importance of thoughts and mindset. The course covers the purpose of the call, who to call and what to say while on the call. Learn best practices to become proficient at lead generation via phone prospecting. Take it to another level by incorporating the advanced phone prospecting skills covered in this course.
■ THE POWER OF VIDEO BOOT CAMP The Power of Video teaches you how to build a complete video system, through personal branding and dollar-productive activities. You’ll learn how to identify your personal brand, as well as how to deliver value-driven content to your ideal audience, through storytelling. This class will provide basic concepts and tools, designed to establish confidence and ability, around video messaging. As an end result, you will then be able to leverage video within your vital activities. Tools you will need to create a beginner video system are provided within this course.
Lead Conversion Courses
■ LISTING CONVERSION Teaches a proven, professional listing conversation. The five stages of an effective listing conversation are covered in detail. Attendees will be exposed to professional scripts and tools designed to set them apart from their competition. Plans, scripts and tools are provided.
■ LISTING OBJECTIONS BOOT CAMP Teaches a non-confrontational approach to overcoming common seller objections. Associates learn how to respond with confidence and without hesitation to the most common seller questions, objections and concerns. Plans and scripts are provided.
■ PRICING BOOT CAMP Teaches the unique Seven-Step Pricing Strategy™. After attending this class, Associates will feel confident in their ability to help sellers arrive at the most appropriate entry-point price while at the same time adding greatly to their value proposition as a listing consultant.
■ BUYER CONVERSION Teaches Associates the five stages of effectively working with buyers. Associates learn a complete "Buyers Process," which covers how to facilitate a buyer conversation, identify appropriate properties, prepare showing packages, show homes, overcome common buyer hesitations and close the sale.
Business Courses
■ REAL ESTATE SALES PERSPECTIVE PART 1 Associates learn the two irrefutable facts of real estate and the unique entrepreneurial approach. Fact #1: Real Estate Sales is a GET RICH Business. Discusses the difference between being busy, productive and mas tering your skill. Your thoughts matter in your overall success. If you want to grow your business to the next level you must do things differently and focus on the right activities. Teaches Associates the difference between knowing and growing
■ REAL ESTATE SALES PERSPECTIVE PART 2 Fact #2: Real Estate is BASIC. Teaches how to build a plan to achieve your aspirations and non-negotiable Lifestyle Num ber through plans and strategy.
■ ACTIVITIES MANAGEMENT Provides an overview of the career-changing Activ ities Management System (A.M.S.), along with an introduction to the three phases of a successful business. Associates are challenged to discard the time-management myth and embrace the use of vital time blocks.
■ NEGOTIATION BOOT CAMP Teaches a foundational framework for approaching any negotiation. The course covers a format for structuring your approach to navigating buyer and seller positions to tactics to be aware of when in the middle of a negotiation. Associates will learn how to become more intentional and proactive in their approach to maximizing value for their clients.
■ THE EMOTIONALLY INTELLIGENT AGENT Teaches how to understand, manage and use emotional intelligence throughout a real estate transaction to provide the best experience for clients from start to close. Beginning with understanding what emotional intelligence is’ the course then dives into self-awareness, self-regulation and client imple mentation to begin building an emotional intelligence sales strategy to implement in your business.
Master Courses
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LEVERAGE SUMMIT Teaches experienced associates how to leverage themselves through team building. Associates are provided with complete job descrip tions, interview forms, interview questions, behavioral assessments, and performance expectations for the purpose of hiring personal assistants, closing coordinators, listing coordinators, marketing coordinators, runners, buyer’s specialists, listing specialists, and team leaders. After this class associates will have a complete and proven system for find ing, attracting, and hiring the talent needed for a highly proficient sales business.
TRAINING
■ MASTER TEAM BUILDER Provides direction for establishing a team built for success. Associates learn to develop a core team ideology, create a mission, and establish values, beliefs, and expectations. The subject matter covers different team organizational models and defines the various roles and job descriptions of team members. This class is designed specifically for anyone wanting to start a team or take their existing team to the next level of production.
DESIGNATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
At RE/MAX we say that “The more you Learn, the more you Earn”. A focus on continuous improvement not only makes you a better agent, it attracts more referrals from your fellow RE/MAX Agents and designees. Some designations and certifications that have proven to increase a RE/MAX agent’s income are as follows. This list is a good place to start. See RE/ MAX University for available on-line options.
ABR – Accredited Buyer Representative
CRS - Certified Residential Specialist
CIPS - Certified International Property Specialist
CLHMS – Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist
GUILD - CLHMS Million Dollar Distinction
CMRS – Certified Military Residential Specialist
CCIM – Certified Commercial & Investment Member
AHWD – At Home with Diversity
SRES – Senior Real Estate Specialist
GREEN - Green Real Estate Practices
ePro – Real Estate Technology
READING LIST
The Compound Effect & the Entrepreneur’s Roller Coaster by Darren Hardy Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki
Good to great by Jim Collins
Never Split the Difference by Chris Voss
The Miracle Morning and The Miracle Equation by Hal Elrod
Take the Stairs and Procrastinate on Purpose by Rory Vaden
Get Social Smart by Katie Lance
Everybody Wins and My Next Step by Dave Liniger
Start with a Win: Tools and Lessons to Create Business Success by Adam Contos
Clients First by Those Callaways
The Million Dollar Real Estate Agent by Gary Keller
The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People & the Eighth Habit by Stephen Covey
Rising Strong and Dare to Lead by Brené Brown
UnFu*k Yourself, Get out of your head and into your life by Michael John Bishop
The Seven Levels of Communication by Michael J. Maher
The Right Questions by Debbie Ford
The Road Less Stupid by Keith J Cunningham
"My CRS designation consistently generates referrals for my business."
—LuAnna Kidd CRS, ABR, GRI Associate Broker RE/MAX Hall of Fame
Commit to Tracking
Now that you have completed your business plan, you’re ready for the rubber to meet the road - doing the action steps your plan outlines!
As with any new plan, the focus and excitement can wane as time passes. It is for this reason that we recommend you track your daily activity. Tracking shows your progress and helps keep you on track.
Join an Accountability Group
Coaching and accountability are included in your fees to RE/MAX Select. All you have to do is plug in! Accountability Groups meet weekly based on Production Level & Team Status.
Accountability works!
Accountability helps turn aspirations into expectation and goals plan strategies into success. Experience has shown us that successful account ability is done with other like-minded individuals. Peers help each other stay on track and cheer other on!
STEP 11: GET SPECIFIC ABOUT YOUR 2023 GPS
Based on the just completed business plan, you now know your financial goal which is a huge step. But there's more to life than money. Besides your financial goal—which should be written in the goal format below—what are one to two other goals you want to achieve in 2023?
The following chart illustrates that fewer goals—properly defined—mean more success.
Number of Goals 2-3 4-10 11-20 2-3 1-2 0 Goals Achieved with Excellence
Source: Professor J. Scott McLagan, University of Denver Executive MBA Program
The goal must be very specific and measurable. Not vague or complicated.
The goal must have an exact time frame to achieve it.
Having too many goals causes loss of focus. You can't do everything at once.
You may need help. As you list the strategies you'll use, it may involve other people or resources.
“A goal without a plan is nothing but a dream.”
—David Scott Creator of the Momentum agent success system
We exist to serve, empower and inspire agents.
VISION VALUES
To maintain and grow a thriving office where all can live abundantly by delivering relevant value to serious agents.
We live in a world of abundance. It’s win, win or no deal. Cost is only an issue in the absence of value. There is no growth without discomfort. Success stems from duplicable processes and systems. 2020
B E A S
Owner/CEO
CLHMS, GUILD, AHWD
RE/MAX Chairman's Club Team
RE/MAX Hall of Fame
Lisa Larkin, Esq.
CRS, CLHMS. GUILD, AHWD, SFR, CMRS, IRES
Associate Broker/Owner
RE/MAX Chairman's Club Team
RE/MAX Hall of Fame
“Nobody in the world sells more real estate than RE/MAX.” #1 in consumer awareness & trust. #1 in transactions per agent.
BRAND ENVIRONMENT
We maintain a positive productive environment where serious professionals thrive.
Plug into our consulting to create goals plans & strategies. Appropiate training, accountability & masterminding to get really good at your job.
Our well trained and talented people understand and embody the "It's my pleasure attitude" and the Company Mission to Serve, Empower & Inspire.
AGENT SUCCESS SYSTEM STAFF TECHNOLOGY
From RE/MAX Tools and MaxCenter to our own locally delivered products, our technology is designed to support your business and help you make more money in less time.
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