Ep. 93 - Playing the Long Game: This 22-Year-Old Secured $150K Over Reserve at First Auction
Description
Most young agents focus on quick wins - Charlie Woelders is playing a different game. At just 22, he’s not just here to sell houses; he’s here to maximise results. After stepping into a lead agent role in March 2024, Charlie made a bold call in his first sale, backing himself and the property by taking it to auction. The result? A massive $150,000 over reserve for his seller.
In this episode, Charlie breaks down why he took the risk, the strategy behind the result, and why he’s in this industry for the long haul. He shares how he’s pushing past the fear of putting himself out there, what he’s learning from top agents, and why a long-term mindset beats short-term thinking every time. If you want to build a career that lasts - not just chase quick deals - this episode is for you.
Listen now and learn what separates agents who last from those who don’t.
00:00 – Why Charlie Took the Risk: Backing Himself & the Property
01:30 – Learning from the Best: How Top Agents Think Bigger
02:27 – Auction vs. Private Sale: Why Getting More for the Seller Matters
05:53 – Building Trust and Playing the Long Game in Real Estate
08:37 – Overcoming Fear & Stepping Up on Social Media
10:24 – The Difference Between Selling Houses & Maximising Results
14:11 – Confidence vs. Cockiness: The Balance of a Great Agent
16:08 – How Social Media Helps Build Relationships & Trust
20:01 – Lessons from a Year in Sales & What’s Next for Charlie
22:59 – Handling Hard Conversations & Making Tough Calls
27:45 – Why Short-Term Thinking Kills Careers (And What to Do Instead)
29:35 – How Listings Drive Momentum & Why They’re Key to Growth
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