In this episode, Jamie Knight interviews Marquez Branson, a former NFL player turned successful Realtor and YouTuber. Marquez shares his journey from growing up in Mississippi, playing in the NFL, to transitioning into real estate. He discusses the importance of cold calling in his early career, the shift to using YouTube as a platform to attract clients, and the differences between traditional prospecting methods and modern digital marketing. Marquez emphasizes the need for consistency, authenticity, and the value of providing information that resonates with potential clients.

Connect with Marquez on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marquezlbranson

Connect with Marquez on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DallasRelocationGuide

Connect with Jamie: www.Calendly.com/JamieKnight

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How REAL Looks In Louisiana: https://youtu.be/x8N8qJB9ES8?si=EujYhrH6YDKVsPDN

Takeaways

Marquez Branson transitioned from NFL to real estate.

Cold calling was essential in Marquez's early real estate career.

YouTube provides a platform for evergreen content.

Authenticity is key in building a personal brand.

Consistency in efforts leads to success in real estate.

Understanding the tax code can benefit real estate investments.

Creating valuable content attracts clients organically.

Cold calling helps develop communication skills.

Waking up early can increase productivity.

Finding a niche and sticking to it is crucial for success.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest

01:06 Marquez Branson's NFL Journey

05:20 Transitioning from NFL to Real Estate

08:11 Starting in Real Estate: Cold Calling and Early Challenges

12:49 The Shift to YouTube: Building a Brand

18:29 YouTube vs. Cold Calling: A New Approach to Attract Clients

28:19 Advice for Struggling Realtors: Consistency and Authenticity

Keywords

real estate, NFL, YouTube, cold calling, Marquez Branson, realtor tips, business growth, Dallas real estate, podcast, agent success, REAL Louisiana, REAL Broker Louisiana, YouTube Tips for Realtors, Real Estate Agent