Revolutionizing Real Estate: Secrets to Lead Generation with Josh ReeseJoin us in this insightful conversation with Josh Ries, a seasoned real estate broker and lead generation consultant. In this episode, Josh shares his fascinating journey from digital marketing to real estate, explaining how he leverages Google Ads and organic marketing to revolutionize lead generation. Learn about the pros and cons of maintaining a referral agent status, the benefits of Google search ads and display ads, and actionable strategies to optimize cost per acquisition. Discover advanced techniques for nurturing leads through social media and the importance of realistic expectations when dealing with lead generation companies. Whether you're an individual agent or part of a team, this episode is packed with practical tips to grow your business and boost profitability. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to gain valuable insights from Josh’s unique approach to modern real estate marketing!Josh can be contacted here: https://blinq.me/clxtp16xt004sr0iitcnym30p?bs=db 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome00:21 Understanding Referral Agents01:34 Moving to South Dakota02:31 Journey into Real Estate04:00 Challenges in Real Estate Business05:57 Transition to Consulting10:55 Effective Lead Generation Strategies12:08 Leveraging Social Media for Real Estate14:15 Learning from Other Industries17:04 Addressing High Turnover in the Real Estate Industry17:51 Learning from Other Industries18:28 The Power of Social Media and SEO19:33 Launching a Consulting Business19:43 Introducing Micro Courses for Agents21:03 Challenges in Real Estate Lead Generation22:02 Effective Use of Google Ads29:43 Optimizing CRM for Retargeting32:19 Connecting Google Ads with YouTube33:51 Promoting the School Platform35:20 Final Thoughts and Farewell