60: Ruben Garmyn: From the Belgian Navy to a Listing Machine

Ruben brings to real estate his knowledge in architecture, which he studied in Belgium, and his extensive experience in marketing. After a 4 year stint in the Navy as a weapon technician and 4 years as a Police Officer Ruben owned and operated 3 successful businesses including 2 restaurants. After an earthquake scared Ruben and his wife out of California, he discovered real estate. Ruben started with Coldwell Banker, after which he became the Top Producer with Century 21 and RE/MAX. Spending too much time fishing and not enough prospecting Ruben didn’t break any records his first year, however in his second year he became a member of the RE/MAX “Platinum Club”, the top 1% agents in the nation. Like all agents Ruben was forced to battle the recession which he handled flawlessly and used it to develop and start 4 other successful companies! Learn how to become a listing machine from one of the best, Ruben Garmyn. 

What does it take to be a Real Estate Rockstar? Join us as Ruben shares his realtor mindset and a glance at his journey to becoming a Real Estate Rockstar, and listing machine.

[shadowbox]“I did a lot of fishing, that is why I only made 10k” -Ruben Garmyn[/shadowbox]

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  • Learn how an earthquake literally shook Ruben to the bones, scaring him out of the cookie business and into the woods of Oregon where he discovered his calling, real estate! What moved you, motivated you, or shook you to the bones? Tweet me!

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In this Episode, We Also Talk About

  • Why you should focus on conversions.
  • How to find success in failure.
  • How to set yourself up for success.
  • How to become a listing machine.
  • How to parachute into a new land and dominate.
  • Why you must be a survivor.
  • How to succeed in real estate.
  • Plus so much more!

[shadowbox]“I started loving business when I worked for a fruit stand selling bananas” –Ruben Garmyn[/shadowbox]

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