Make it count! How to plan your 2023 marketing budget

As the last couple of years have shown us, the only thing we can rely on is change, according to The Agency president Rainy Hake Austin. Clear out some time on the calendar to put the necessary thought into nailing down your marketing budget this year … Continue reading

Reality check! 5 steps to take before setting next year’s goals

As an agent, when it comes to increasing your business in the new year, you need an actionable plan before the year starts if you want to be intentional and strategic about achieving your goals. Continue reading

5 autumnal marketing ideas clients fall for every time

These marketing strategies with an autumn feel help you connect with your leads and clients while deepening your relationship. The Agency’s Rainy Hake Austin offers proven strategies perfect for this time of year. Continue reading

4 pillars of creating a strong, relevant brand identity

No matter what the industry, product or offering, building a strong, relevant brand is a challenge — and it is not something to take lightly. The Agency’s Rainy Hake Austin outlines four ways to help your brand stand out in a crowd. Continue reading

Check in so your team doesn’t check out: 4 strategies to boost morale

Small gestures speak volumes. Boosting morale starts with the little things, writes The Agency’s President Rainy Hake Austin. Great teams have great leaders, and these four morale-boosting tactics will help you be and create just that. Continue reading

Making hires? 4 crucial steps for onboarding fresh talent

It’s a great time to dial in your vetting process, get new hires started off on the right foot and start building your best team yet. The Agency’s Rainy Hake Austin walks you through the steps required to optimize your hiring and recruiting. Continue reading

How to help women and minorities in real estate rise 

Leaders have a responsibility to create opportunities for women and minorities on their teams. The Agency’s Rainy Hake Austin dives deep into the time and attention required to amplify her agent’s voices. Continue reading

How to lead with strategic thinking

Stumped on how to lead your team to success during the market shift? Rainy Hake Austin, president of The Agency, shows us how to use strategic thinking to show your team a clear path to achieving their goals. Continue reading

Out with the old and in with the new: 22 tips for a business detox

Now is the time to envision your best self, ideal life and thriving business. Rainy Hake Austin offers insights on how to dive into a new way of working. Continue reading

Win ’em over! 7 steps for a fierce listing presentation

Bring your confident self and exceptional service to every client opportunity. From there, follow these steps to devise an effective listing presentation that will have you winning listings like a champ, says The Agency’s Rainy Hake Austin. Continue reading