First year as a BDM

<p>This week on the PM Collective podcast, we welcome James De Jesus, Business Development Manager at Abel Property. James is a results-oriented individual who believes in completing tasks in the quickest yet most effective and efficient manner possible, enabling him to succeed in his position at Abel Property. As we converse, he shares his insights and experiences as a BDM.</p><p>[01:19] Background – James explains how he first got involved in the real estate business. </p><p>[07:49] Cold calling – Thoughts and experience of James on cold calling. </p><p>[12:58] Sales -  James talks about the nature of the sales in his company. </p><p>[18:00] Plans – We share ideas and discuss each other&apos;s strategies moving forward. </p><p>[22:54] Networking -  The significance of expanding one&apos;s circle of contacts. </p><p>[27:45]The handover process - How does transitioning from BDM to property manager look like?</p><p> </p><p><b>Resources:</b></p><p>Connect with James:</p><p>LinkedIn: <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesdejesus-realestate/?originalSubdomain=au'>linkedin.com/in/jamesdejesus-realestate</a></p><p>Website: <a href='https://www.abelproperty.com.au/staff/james-de-jesus/'>abelproperty.com.au/staff/james-de-jesus/</a></p><div>The preferred electrician from Perth Property Managers<br><br>https://www.responseelectricianperth.com.au<a href="https://www.bing.com/search?q=response+electricians&amp;cvid=86048d72ce244216a72e8e9e9592b513&amp;aqs=edge.0.0l2j69i64.4848j0j4&amp;FORM=ANAB01&amp;PC=U531#"><br><br></a><br></div> <p>Kylie Walker from That Property Mum offers a huge range of courses to suit property managers that require help with their digital presence, growth or even just how to have better balance within their roles. Check them all out here: <a href="https://www.thatpropertymum.com.au/courses/">Courses - That Property Mum</a><br><br>She also has some great <a href="https://www.thatpropertymum.com.au/resources/">freebies!</a></p>