I’m just too busy When you ask to set an appointment with a productive agent, expect them to throw out objections. Just as you coach agents to be prepared to handle the most common objections from their customers, you should also be prepared with great scripts to handle the most common recruiting objections. YOU CAN SAY Yes, I can appreciate that as a top agent your schedule is always full. I know it’s asking a lot but, I’m willing to share some strategies top agents, like [top agents affiliated with your office they know], are using to increase their [GCI/closed units/listings sold/etc.] by [XX]%, what would you have to lose but 15 minutes? I’m available [give your availability], what works best for you? If yes: Great, see you then! If no, again: I do appreciate your time, and I really believe in you and your business. Would you mind if I followed up with you to see how you are doing at the end of next quarter? Thanks! Objections are opportunities to share the value you offer. Next Previous You are free to use the recommended best practices in these materials for your consideration. These scripts are not intended to be used verbatim, and they should always be modified for accuracy. If you choose to make contact by phone or text (i) check phone numbers against the federal DNC registry, any applicable state DNC list and your company DNC list (ii) do NOT use autodialers and (iii) do NOT use artificial voice or pre-recorded messages, this includes those you haven't spoken to in a while. Emails must follow the rules. Emails must be clear it is a solicitation and provide the consumer with an opt-out. Also, before calling or texting referrals, those numbers need to be checked against all applicable DNC lists. Get prior, express, written consent before texting or using artificial or prerecorded messages.

Commission Split When you ask to set an appointment with a productive agent, expect them to throw out objections. Just as you coach agents to be prepared to handle the most common objections from their customers, be prepared with great scripts to handle the most common recruiting objections. YOU CAN SAY I don’t want money to be the only reason you don’t come over. I’m curious—what’s more important to you: a higher commission split or putting more money in your pocket? Let's break down the extra income you acknowledge you will earn here along with your business expense savings and convert those dollars into how much actual extra money you would earn. As you can see with our company you will be earning more personal income. Isn’t that what you want? (Wait for their answer, handle any objections) If the say Yes… Great! All we need to do now is sign the contract, and I'll make sure you get exactly what you're looking for, within the timeline you want. Let's make this happen! Objections are opportunities to share the value you offer. Next Previous You are free to use the recommended best practices in these materials for your consideration. These scripts are not intended to be used verbatim, and they should always be modified for accuracy. If you choose to make contact by phone or text (i) check phone numbers against the federal DNC registry, any applicable state DNC list and your company DNC list (ii) do NOT use autodialers and (iii) do NOT use artificial voice or pre-recorded messages, this includes those you haven't spoken to in a while. Emails must follow the rules. Emails must be clear it is a solicitation and provide the consumer with an opt-out. Also, before calling or texting referrals, those numbers need to be checked against all applicable DNC lists. Get prior, express, written consent before texting or using artificial or prerecorded messages.

New Agents with Low Production Newer Agents Who Have Recently (6-12 Months) Associated with Another Company in Your Market You met with this newly licensed agent when they were looking for a brokerage. You’ve done your homework, and they are not performing well–yet. Help them to harness their potential. The earlier you can approach these agents in their career, the higher success rate you will have. YOU CAN SAY You and I met when you were interviewing various brokers. Unfortunately, you chose not to come here, but I still like to keep up with the agents in my market and I am wondering how you are doing in your first few months in real estate. Several agents who affiliated with my office around the same time you got into the business already have [x number] of listings and [x number] of sales. Why don’t we get together so I can share with you what I offer to help agents to develop their businesses ? I’m free [give availability]. What time works best for you ? Newly licensed, low producing agents have some experience and can benefit from your leadership along with your skill development and coaching. Look for agents that have at least one closed listing and invite them to talk about how you help agents build their business. They could be a diamond in the rough or they could be mediocre producers. You will never know until you meet with them. Next Previous You are free to use the recommended best practices in these materials for your consideration. These scripts are not intended to be used verbatim, and they should always be modified for accuracy. If you choose to make contact by phone or text (i) check phone numbers against the federal DNC registry, any applicable state DNC list and your company DNC list (ii) do NOT use autodialers and (iii) do NOT use artificial voice or pre-recorded messages, this includes those you haven't spoken to in a while. Emails must follow the rules. Emails must be clear it is a solicitation and provide the consumer with an opt-out. Also, before calling or texting referrals, those numbers need to be checked against all applicable DNC lists. Get prior, express, written consent before texting or using artificial or prerecorded messages.

Former Agents- If They Disaffiliated While You Were their Broker/Owner/Manager YOU CAN SAY Hi, this is [your name]. It’s been a while! I hope you and your family are doing well. I know these are crazy times, but I wanted to reach out and let you know we still love you, miss you, and want you back! (Wait for the agent’s response) Everybody truly misses you and we’ve made quite a few changes since you left. If the agent asks what changed, you can layer in the tools, resources, or upgrades you and your affiliated agents found the most useful . We have known each other for a long time, so I won’t waste your time. Just know we are always supporting our affiliated agents, and we may be able to offer you some incentives to return, if you qualify. Would you be willing to meet (virtually if needed) to discuss the details? If the agent agrees to meet, simply arrange for the appointment. If the agent refuses to meet or gives an objection, simply say: With all due respect, you don’t even know what you are saying ‘no’ to! (Wait for the agent’s response) Aren’t you curious to see how much we have changed? (Wait for the agent’s response) I am simply asking you to meet with me for a cup of coffee! You at least owe me that! (Wait for the agent’s response) If this opportunity doesn’t work for you, it’s totally fine. If nothing else, it would be great to at least see you again and catch up! Always check the agent’s current production. Statistically, most agents who chose to leave us are not more productive at their new company. You may want to tactfully remind them of that! Next Previous You are free to use the recommended best practices in these materials for your consideration. These scripts are not intended to be used verbatim, and they should always be modified for accuracy. If you choose to make contact by phone or text (i) check phone numbers against the federal DNC registry, any applicable state DNC list and your company DNC list (ii) do NOT use autodialers and (iii) do NOT use artificial voice or pre-recorded messages, this includes those you haven't spoken to in a while. Emails must follow the rules. Emails must be clear it is a solicitation and provide the consumer with an opt-out. Also, before calling or texting referrals, those numbers need to be checked against all applicable DNC lists. Get prior, express, written consent before texting or using artificial or prerecorded messages.

Agent Referrals + Researching Agents Agent referrals can be a significant source for leads. But taking the time to research an agent before you meet with them allows you to further tailor your approach, materials, and presentation to each agent’s needs, ensuring that you are delivering the information that will capture their attention and demonstrate that your company is the one they should affiliate with. YOU CAN SAY Hello, this is [your name] at [dba of the franchisee]. I’m the [your position] here. I hope you’re well. Did I get you at a good time? Great! Well, this will only be a minute . [referring affiliated agent name] told me about your recent deal at [property address]. They shared that you did [something notable about the transaction]. So, I wanted to thank you for your part in making that deal happen. I see that you are on pace to do [XX - metric such as transactions, sales volume, etc.] this year. The productivity systems offered in our office have helped agents raise their [same metric] by [XX]%. In coaching agents, I’m constantly learning what the best agents are doing in their business to stay ahead of the curve. I would love the opportunity to share what the best agents are doing to be so successful and to hear about your business and learn more about you. Would [day] at [time] or [day] at [time] work best for you? The two primary sources top recruiters use to get productive agents leads are agent referrals and research with MLS Prospecting Tools Next Previous You are free to use the recommended best practices in these materials for your consideration. These scripts are not intended to be used verbatim, and they should always be modified for accuracy. If you choose to make contact by phone or text (i) check phone numbers against the federal DNC registry, any applicable state DNC list and your company DNC list (ii) do NOT use autodialers and (iii) do NOT use artificial voice or pre-recorded messages, this includes those you haven't spoken to in a while. Emails must follow the rules. Emails must be clear it is a solicitation and provide the consumer with an opt-out. Also, before calling or texting referrals, those numbers need to be checked against all applicable DNC lists. Get prior, express, written consent before texting or using artificial or prerecorded messages.

Not interested in being recruited When you ask to set an appointment with a productive agent, expect them to throw out objections. Just as you coach agents to be prepared to handle the most common objections from their customers, you should also be prepared with great scripts to handle the most common recruiting objections. YOU CAN SAY I appreciate that and to be honest, we haven’t gotten to know each other well yet, so I don’t know whether you’d be a fit for us or if we’d be a fit for you . I’m willing to share some strategies that top agents, like [top agents affiliated with your office they know], are using to increase their [GCI/closed units/listings sold/etc.] by [XX]%, what would you have to lose but 15 minutes? I’m available [give your availability], what works best for you? Great, see you then! Objections are opportunities to share the value you offer. Next Previous You are free to use the recommended best practices in these materials for your consideration. These scripts are not intended to be used verbatim, and they should always be modified for accuracy. If you choose to make contact by phone or text (i) check phone numbers against the federal DNC registry, any applicable state DNC list and your company DNC list (ii) do NOT use autodialers and (iii) do NOT use artificial voice or pre-recorded messages, this includes those you haven't spoken to in a while. Emails must follow the rules. Emails must be clear it is a solicitation and provide the consumer with an opt-out. Also, before calling or texting referrals, those numbers need to be checked against all applicable DNC lists. Get prior, express, written consent before texting or using artificial or prerecorded messages.

Former Agents - If They Disaffiliated Before You Became the Broker/Owner/Manager YOU CAN SAY Hi, this is [your name]. I am the manager of your former office . You are not going to believe what I am about to tell you! (Wait for the agent’s response) You and I have not had the opportunity to meet, but your name comes up quite often around here and I have only heard great things about you! (Wait for the agent’s response) I will make my call brief. Very simply, we would love to have you back home! ( Wait for agent’s response) When I say ‘we’ everybody, from our Broker/Owner to our Admin staff and your former colleagues, miss you! (Wait for the agent’s response) I am not sure if you know this, but we have made quite a few changes since you left. If the agent asks what changed, you can say: One big change is that I am the new manager! You can also layer in the tools and resources you and your affiliated agents found the most useful . We don’t know each other yet and I don’t want to waste your time. Just know we are always supporting our affiliated agents, and we may be able to offer you some incentives to return, if you qualify. Would you be willing to meet (virtually if needed) to discuss the details? If the agent agrees to meet, simply arrange for the appointment. If the agent refuses to meet or says they are not interested or gives an objection, try the following: With all due respect, you don’t even know what you are saying ‘no’ to! (Wait for the agent’s response) Aren’t you curious to see how much we have changed? (Wait for the agent’s response) I am simply asking you to meet with me and my Broker/Owner (if available) for a cup of coffee . (Wait for the agent’s response) If this opportunity doesn’t work for you, it’s totally fine. If nothing else, it would be great to get a chance to meet you and find out for myself why everybody here thinks you are so awesome! Always check the agent’s current production. Statistically, most agents who chose to leave us are not more productive at their new company. You may want to tactfully remind them of that! Next Previous You are free to use the recommended best practices in these materials for your consideration. These scripts are not intended to be used verbatim, and they should always be modified for accuracy. If you choose to make contact by phone or text (i) check phone numbers against the federal DNC registry, any applicable state DNC list and your company DNC list (ii) do NOT use autodialers and (iii) do NOT use artificial voice or pre-recorded messages, this includes those you haven't spoken to in a while. Emails must follow the rules. Emails must be clear it is a solicitation and provide the consumer with an opt-out. Also, before calling or texting referrals, those numbers need to be checked against all applicable DNC lists. Get prior, express, written consent before texting or using artificial or prerecorded messages.

I’m happy where I’m at When you ask to set an appointment with a productive agent, expect them to throw out objections. Just as you coach agents to be prepared to handle the most common objections from their customers, you should also be prepared with great scripts to handle the most common recruiting objections. YOU CAN SAY Yes, I would have thought so, or you would have already affiliated with us. We haven’t gotten to know each other well yet, so I don’t know whether you’d be a fit for us or if we’d be a fit for you. I’m willing to share some strategies top agents like [top agents affiliated with your office they know], are using to increase their [GCI/closed units/listings sold/etc.] by [XX]%, what do you have to lose but 15 minutes? I’m available [give your availability]. What works best for you? If yes: Great, see you then! If no, again: I do appreciate your time and I really believe in you and your business. Would you mind if I followed up with you to see how you are doing at the end of next quarter? Thanks! Objections are opportunities to share the value you offer. Next Previous You are free to use the recommended best practices in these materials for your consideration. These scripts are not intended to be used verbatim, and they should always be modified for accuracy. If you choose to make contact by phone or text (i) check phone numbers against the federal DNC registry, any applicable state DNC list and your company DNC list (ii) do NOT use autodialers and (iii) do NOT use artificial voice or pre-recorded messages, this includes those you haven't spoken to in a while. Emails must follow the rules. Emails must be clear it is a solicitation and provide the consumer with an opt-out. Also, before calling or texting referrals, those numbers need to be checked against all applicable DNC lists. Get prior, express, written consent before texting or using artificial or prerecorded messages.

Co-op Call at the Time of Contact/Pending YOU CAN SAY Hi, this is [your name] with [dba of the franchisee]. I am the Broker/Owner/Manager of the office. I want to introduce myself and say thank you! (Wait for the agent’s response) I understand you currently have a pending transaction with my affiliated agent, [affiliated agent’s name], on their listing located at [listing address]. OR My affiliated agent, [affiliated agent’s name], brought in an offer on your listing. [Name of franchisee’s affiliated agent] is excellent to work with, so you probably won’t need me. But I am part of his/her team, so should you have any questions or if there is anything I can personally do to help you during this transaction, please feel free to contact me, okay? Thank you again! Build rapport with co-op agents and let them know how well you support agents affiliated with your office. You want to earn their trust and be the first person they call WHEN they are ready to jump to their next opportunity. Next Previous You are free to use the recommended best practices in these materials for your consideration. These scripts are not intended to be used verbatim, and they should always be modified for accuracy. If you choose to make contact by phone or text (i) check phone numbers against the federal DNC registry, any applicable state DNC list and your company DNC list (ii) do NOT use autodialers and (iii) do NOT use artificial voice or pre-recorded messages, this includes those you haven't spoken to in a while. Emails must follow the rules. Emails must be clear it is a solicitation and provide the consumer with an opt-out. Also, before calling or texting referrals, those numbers need to be checked against all applicable DNC lists. Get prior, express, written consent before texting or using artificial or prerecorded messages.

Stealth Recruiting YOU CAN SAY Invitation Aligned with Goal: You said your #1 goal is [more listings, increase sales price, more time or more support], is that right? One strategy to help you reach your goal is [strategy i.e., generate more seller listings through farming]. Our [productivity system, i.e., farming class] can help you do that. The agents with our office who have participated in the program have increased their business by [XX]%. There is a program scheduled next week. Should I send you the zoom link to join us so you can see how the program could do the same for you? Coaching After Engagement: I wanted to check in with you and get your thoughts on the [productivity system i.e., farming class] you “test drove” yesterday. You said your #1 goal is [more listings, increase sales price, more time or more support]. Can you see how [productivity system i.e., the farming class] can help you achieve your goal? How do you feel about having this type of support to grow your business? When could we get together and talk more about what you’re doing and how I’m coaching agents to help them succeed? I’m free on Tuesday. What time works best for you? Sell the Next Step: You said your #1 goal is [more listings, increase sales price, more time or more support]. Our [name of program i.e., listing class] can help you achieve your goal by [description of how it can help]. We have a new session beginning [week, month, quarter]. I’ll call you a few days before with more information and the zoom login . Recruit leads are finite, so make them count! On average, it takes 12-16 “personalized connections” to recruit a productive agent. Plan the milestone activities that provide support aligned with the agent’s #1 business goal. Next Previous You are free to use the recommended best practices in these materials for your consideration. These scripts are not intended to be used verbatim, and they should always be modified for accuracy. If you choose to make contact by phone or text (i) check phone numbers against the federal DNC registry, any applicable state DNC list and your company DNC list (ii) do NOT use autodialers and (iii) do NOT use artificial voice or pre-recorded messages, this includes those you haven't spoken to in a while. Emails must follow the rules. Emails must be clear it is a solicitation and provide the consumer with an opt-out. Also, before calling or texting referrals, those numbers need to be checked against all applicable DNC lists. Get prior, express, written consent before texting or using artificial or prerecorded messages.

Sales Meeting Referral Recognition YOU CAN SAY I’d like to give a big shout out to our agent referral leaders… they have referred agents who affiliated our office ! [Affiliated agent name] gave [x number of] referrals and [x number] resulted in the agent affiliating our office. [Affiliated agent name] gave [x number of] referrals and [x number] resulted in the agent affiliating our office. Thank you for helping us build a world class company. We appreciate your support! Maintain the positive momentum of your referral system through public recognition. Next Previous You are free to use the recommended best practices in these materials for your consideration. These scripts are not intended to be used verbatim, and they should always be modified for accuracy. If you choose to make contact by phone or text (i) check phone numbers against the federal DNC registry, any applicable state DNC list and your company DNC list (ii) do NOT use autodialers and (iii) do NOT use artificial voice or pre-recorded messages, this includes those you haven't spoken to in a while. Emails must follow the rules. Emails must be clear it is a solicitation and provide the consumer with an opt-out. Also, before calling or texting referrals, those numbers need to be checked against all applicable DNC lists. Get prior, express, written consent before texting or using artificial or prerecorded messages.

Handling Objections Using the objection handling model will help your get a “yes” to an appointment. Repeating and affirming the agent’s concerns—shows understanding and trust. Using the objection handler addresses specific issues, providing clear and compelling reasons to meet. Ask prequalification questions—enhances communication and strengthens your relationship with the agent. YOU CAN SAY Universal : Take moving completely off the table, I’m not even expecting you to make a move. I’m just talking about getting together & getting to know you and your business a little bit and worst-case scenario you’ll be able to take away a few good ideas and implement them into your business. Does that work for you? I’m not looking at making a move : You’re not looking at making a move, I can appreciate that. If you were, you probably would’ve called me first, right? (add humor – straight to 9 prequalification questions) I’m happy where I am at : Of course—if you weren’t you probably would’ve called me first. Business is all about relationships and I just want to get to know you & your business a little bit. I’m to busy : Sounds like a great problem to have [agent name] (laugh) Let me ask you… I love my broker : I appreciate your loyalty to your current broker. (use universal close) To many closings/deals to make a move : That is totally understandable. If what I say makes sense and you consider making a move, we made arrangements in the past to make sure it makes sense to you financially. I had a bad experience w/______ at your company : I’m sorry to hear that. Hopefully you understand that one agent doesn’t represent the whole company, correct? Just like at [prospect’s company], every company has a few bad eggs. If I LEFT, I would owe the company money : I understand it’s hard when you would owe someone money, that’s a tough one. I’m not even asking you to make a move. Let’s go ahead and meet and if what I say makes sense and you do decide to make a move, we can figure that out together. Your office is too FAR FROM my market/house : I can see why it could be a concern for you. I’ve had other agents who have felt the same way but now make the commute because of what we have been able to do to help their business. Doesn’t matter where I am I conduct business from home now : You conduct business from home. That’s great! That’s what I call a perfect opportunity. We too are seeing a lot of that even with our affiliated agents. I don’t need COACHING/Learning : That’s great! Sounds like business must be going well for you. (use an agent testimonial) I need space for my team : Needing space is important to you, correct? Great. Let’s get together and figure that out together. The markets is crazy right now I don’t have time : [Agent name] Great. That’s what I like to call a great problem to have. I don’t have any time to meet : [Agent name], I promise our meeting will only be 10-15 minutes. I’ll even put the timer on . (humor) Medical Illness : I’m so sorry to hear that. In the past, I have made errors in two ways. I’ve been too careful because this is sensitive, or I hear something that makes me keep pushing forward. I don’t want to do the same thing with you, so tell me when would be a good time to connect? It’s a bad time of the year : I totally understand, and I can appreciate that. Let me ask you, has your business picked up or slowed down? If picked up, you can say : [Agent Name], that’s great, that’s what I like to call a good problem to have, right? If you’re right I don’t have any time to meet, you can say : [Agent name], I promise our meeting will only 10-15 minutes, I’ll even put the timer on. (humor) If slowed down, you can say : [Agent Name] That’s the very reason why you and I need to get together. I’d love to share with you some things that we have been able to do to help our agents in today’s market. I’ve never heard of your company : You’ve never heard of our company, interesting . [Agent name] that is the very reason why you and I need to get together. Your company is too big/to small : [Agent name] As you know it’s the individual company and what they offer that helps the agent sell homes. Ask the 9 prequalification questions: 1. [Agent name], let me ask you, how long have you been in the business? 2. Have you always been with [prospect’s company name]? If yes, you can say : What made you decide to go with them to begin with? If no, you can say : Interesting, what made you decide to make the move over to [prospect’s current company]? 3. Just out of curiosity, what do you see as your biggest challenge in today’s market? 4. How are you currently handling that? [Agent name], what is the main source of your business? Is it mainly buyers or sellers? 5. Let me ask you, how is your broker currently helping you with [challenge]? If no, you can say: They’re not? Interesting. Here at [dba of the franchisee] we believe we have a responsibility to our agents, and it is our job to help them stay accountable to being able to accomplish their goals. If yes , you can move on to the next question. 6. [Agent name], what is your goal for this [year]? 7. Do you feel that you are currently on track for that right now? If you don’t mind me asking, what were your numbers last year? 8. Let me ask you, fast forward a year or two, what level would you like to be at? 9. Just curious [agent name], what’s stopping you from doing it now? That is the very reason why we need to get together. I’d love to share with you what we do to help our agents be able to accomplish [challenge]. What works best for you—mornings or afternoons? Objections are opportunities to share the value you offer. Next Previous You are free to use the recommended best practices in these materials for your consideration. These scripts are not intended to be used verbatim, and they should always be modified for accuracy. If you choose to make contact by phone or text (i) check phone numbers against the federal DNC registry, any applicable state DNC list and your company DNC list (ii) do NOT use autodialers and (iii) do NOT use artificial voice or pre-recorded messages, this includes those you haven't spoken to in a while. Emails must follow the rules. Emails must be clear it is a solicitation and provide the consumer with an opt-out. Also, before calling or texting referrals, those numbers need to be checked against all applicable DNC lists. Get prior, express, written consent before texting or using artificial or prerecorded messages.