Coaching by Cusi- A NEW Real Estate Agent Roadmap
Chris Cusimano is the Team Lead of the Homes by Cusi team in SE Florida and has been in the industry for over 23 years. He brings his colleagues and amazing Real Estate Friends to the podcast to offer their insights. Together, Jennifer Konikoff, Alex Mendel, and Chris share their best tips, tricks, and advice on how to succeed in a saturated field when so many fail. He also is the owner of the Coaching by Cusi Training which is a on demand video training for Realtors (and basically any other business) that you can get for less than a combo meal. Tune in and connect anytime. They're Friendly!
Coaching by Cusi- A NEW Real Estate Agent Roadmap
Ep 18 - 🧀 Elevating Real Estate with Charcuterie: A Veteran's Journey to Connection & Creativity
🎧 Join hosts Alex Mendel and Jen Konikoff as they sit down with the inspiring Cindee Conner, owner of Grace Craze, a veteran-owned charcuterie business. In this episode, we explore the intersection of entrepreneurship, creativity, and real estate—and how something as delicious as charcuterie can transform client experiences!
🔥 Here's what we covered:
- 🌟 From healthcare to charcuterie: Cindee’s journey from being a nurse and Air Force veteran to owning Grace Craze.
- 🧀 Elevate the experience: How charcuterie boards can wow clients and add value at closing tables.
- 🌍 Sustainable sourcing: Why Cindee prioritizes local and sustainable ingredients for her boards.
- 🤝 Networking & community: How strong connections and giving back to veterans and first responders drive her business.
- 🎨 Creativity meets presentation: The art of crafting boards that look as good as they taste.
💡 Key Insights:
- Real estate agents can use charcuterie as a unique and memorable client gift.
- Networking is a powerful tool for growth—especially when paired with collaboration.
- Building relationships takes time and effort, but the results are worth it.
- Even introverts can thrive in networking by starting simple conversations.
- Seeking help and delegating tasks is essential for scaling any business.
- A warm, inviting environment leaves a lasting impression on clients.
⚡ Quick Takeaways:
- Creativity + strategy = unforgettable experiences.
- Giving back builds goodwill and community trust.
- Personal touches, like charcuterie, can set your business apart.
- Success often comes from multiple encounters and collaborations.
💥 Whether you’re an agent looking to stand out or an entrepreneur seeking inspiration, this episode delivers a platter of actionable tips and heartwarming stories!
👉 Listen now to discover how creativity and connection can transform your business. 🎉
🎥 Watch the full episode on YouTube for behind-the-scenes inspiration and exclusive content!
00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction
03:09 Cindee Conner's Journey to Entrepreneurship
05:54 Inspiration and Creativity in Charcuterie
08:51 Sourcing Ingredients and Sustainability Practices
12:00 Marketing Strategies and Networking in Real Estate
14:57 Elevating Real Estate Experiences with Charcuterie
18:03 Unique Offerings and Customer Engagement
21:05 Community Connections and Business Growth
24:45 Introduction and Location
27:31 Networking and Building Relationships
30:04 Overcoming Introversion in Networking
33:58 Creating Inviting Experiences
39:01 Challenges of Entrepreneurship and Seeking Help
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