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AUSTIN, TEXAS JANUARY 31, 2024 – KW MAPS Coaching, the coaching division of Keller Williams Realty, Inc. (KW), the world’s largest real estate franchise by agent count, has partnered with top motivational speaker and author Molly Fletcher on NEGOTIATION: Maximize Your Influence, a two-day digital event focused on a proven negotiation framework.

“In an ever-changing market, every buyer and seller experience is important,” said Jen Davis, vice president of KW MAPS Coaching. “We want our agents to be able to convert more written offers into signed contracts and get to the closing table.” 

Hailed as the “female Jerry Maguire” by CNN, Fletcher made a name for herself as one of the first female sports agents. She is a leadership expert and the author of A Winner’s Guide to Negotiating, the book on which the training is also based. 

“Molly Fletcher is an expert in negotiations and creating win-wins,” said Davis. “This is an incredible opportunity for our agents to increase their skill during this crucial time in real estate.” 

Fletcher made a career negotiating over $500 million in contracts and represented more than 300 of sports’ biggest names, including Hall of Fame pitcher John Smoltz, PGA TOUR golfer Matt Kuchar, broadcaster Erin Andrews, and basketball championship coaches Tom Izzo and Doc Rivers.

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The real estate industry is filled with stories of triumph and success, but few are as inspiring as the journey of Taley Hunt, a real estate agent who went from being a newcomer in South Carolina to a millionaire within just three years.

Taley’s journey began with a significant life change – a move from North Carolina to South Carolina in 2020 prompted by her husband’s military assignment to Fort Jackson in Columbia. At the time, Taley was not a real estate agent; instead, she worked in higher education. However, due to statewide budget freezes caused by the pandemic, Taley found herself without job prospects in South Carolina.

Undeterred by the challenges, Taley decided to become her own boss. Inspired by the suggestion that she might excel in real estate, she obtained her real estate license, envisioning a career that could adapt to the Army’s relocations. This decision marked the beginning of Taley’s journey into the world of real estate. With a newborn and no childcare, Taley turned to social media to establish her presence and build relationships.

Tip #1 Establish A Presence

Taley’s success on social media isn’t about going viral but rather creating authentic, valuable content. She began by sharing her journey as both a new mom and a new real estate agent, offering insights and lessons learned. Her content focuses on the following key areas: education for buyers and sellers and a transparent portrayal of her journey.

Create Educational Content: Taley addresses common questions buyers and sellers might have, providing valuable information through regular posts and one- to two-minute videos.Share Your Personal Journey: Sharing authentic moments, including challenges and successes, helps Taley connect with her audience on a personal level.Tailor Content to Different Areas: Recognizing the value of agent connections, Taley extended her social media strategy to include content tailored for real estate agents, such as how to make more money and create leverage. By sharing her experiences and insights, she built a community of agents who appreciate her transparency and willingness to collaborate.

Tip #2 Build Client Relationships

Taley’s commitment to client relationships extends beyond transactions.

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