In my latest podcast episode of Home Stagers and Designers on Fire I talk with Joke Durojaiye of Genesis Home Staging in the Seattle area. Prior to launching Genesis, Joke was a licensed Real Estate Broker. Joke’s work ethic was shaped by her early years growing up in Lagos, Nigeria where she was surrounded by inspiration and an expectation of excellence.
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In this episode you will learn:
How growing up in Nigeria has impacted the way Joke does life and business
How Joke made six figures the first year in business
What prompted Joke to take time off when her business was thriving
How Joke won the business of Real Estate Agents
How being in the Real Estate Business helped Joke learn how to market her Staging Business
How to use email marketing effectively and what metrics to follow
A compelling question to ask yourself if your marketing isn’t working
How Joke sets up expectations for her clients and team members
Why you shouldn’t cut back on marketing in any economy
Xo Marianne
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