Agent Rise Podcast

Did you know your previous career could be your biggest real estate advantage?
Whether you were a police officer, teacher, nurse, golf pro, or anything else—your past is full of trust, credibility, and connections that can fuel your real estate business. In this episode of the Agent Rise Podcast, Neil shares how to align your personal brand with your life experiences—without being salesy.

You’ll learn:

• Real-life branding ideas for agents from various career backgrounds

• How to stay top of mind with your old network (even if you’re brand new!)

• Creative strategies to make your past passions part of your Chase Pillar

• Ways to deepen relationships with newsletters, events, and niche branding

🎟️ Join us at the Agent Rise Summit – April 27-29 in Fort Myers, FL
Get tickets now: https://agentrisesummit.com

📲 Text Neil at 833-500-1135 to share your past career and get ideas for your brand!

Chapters: 

00:00 – Intro: Why Your Past Matters in Real Estate
01:30 – Tapping Into Your Trusted Past Professions (Police, Nurse, Teacher)
04:10 – Real Example: Branding from a Law Enforcement Background
06:45 – How To Reconnect with Your Old Network Using Newsletters
08:00 – Creating Your Own "Homes for Heroes" Style Program
09:00 – Hosting Events That Tie Into Your Brand (Party in the Park)
11:10 – Real Example: Turning Golf Into a Real Estate Brand
13:40 – Using Golf Networking, Listings, and Content to Build Authority
15:30 – Making Golf or Hobbies Part of Your Entire Brand
16:40 – Real Example: Building a Brand Around Clubs, Hobbies & Community
18:00 – Supporting Your Group Without Feeling Salesy
19:30 – How To Position Yourself As Their “Go-To” Agent
21:10 – Sponsorships, Club Events, and Private Parties as Branding Tools
23:00 – Why Your Past Is Your Superpower
24:00 – Neil’s Story: From Screen Printer to Realtor Using Past Connections
25:00 – How to Get Help Customizing Your Brand Based on Your Past

The countdown to Agent Rise Summit 2025 is on - and in this exciting session, Neil Mathweg shares all the details you’ve been waiting for!

🎤 Get the first look at this year’s incredible speaker lineup, featuring some of the most inspiring, experienced, and knowledgeable voices in real estate. From building a rock-solid Sphere of Influence to mastering AI tools that supercharge your efficiency, this Summit is designed to equip you with a clear plan and the confidence to crush it.

🎟 Plus, we announce the winners of our Summit Ticket Giveaway, and introduce the new Scholarship Fund, allowing agents to attend for just $250 thanks to our generous sponsors.

💡 What you'll discover:

• How to dial in your Three Pillar Plan: Sphere, Chase, and Attraction.
• Become more efficient with special sessions on AI, YouTube, Instagram, and building a business without burnout
• Bonus access to Agent Rise Academy + a one-on-one strategy session for every attendee
• The heartbeat behind the Summit: Everyone is a VIP, and we mean it

📍 Join us April 27–29 in Fort Myers, Florida for three powerful days of learning, connection, and transformation. This is more than a conference—it’s the breakthrough you’ve been looking for.

🖱 Visit AgentRiseSummit.com for details and tickets.

Starting in real estate can feel overwhelming—especially in a city where you don’t know anyone. That’s exactly what Jeremy Allen faced when he moved to Virginia Beach with just one contact—his sister. Fast forward and he has built a thriving business fueled by raving fans and referrals.

• In this episode, Jeremy shares:
  - The mindset shift that transformed his business from struggling to thriving
  - How he turned every client into a fan who sends referrals
  - His unique strategy for hosting unforgettable client events
  - The exact system he uses to stay top-of-mind with past clients
  - How adding YouTube to his marketing plan boosted his business instantly

If you're tired of chasing leads and want to build a business that attracts clients effortlessly, this episode is for you.

Join us at the Agent Rise Summit! Get your ticket at agentrisecoaching.com/summit

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