Kira Sikes: Woman of Faith and Determination

A good relationship starts with communication and that consultations are important in order to build trust between the client and agent. In today's episode of Real Estate Excellence, broker/owner at Sandbar Realty Kira Sykes will show us how she is helping those in need by providing non-profit programs focused around providing a fresh start. She will show us the values and the mindset needed in order to achieve her philantrophic dreams. Faith is also a big factor in her mission, as well as her family and the amazing agents and staff around her.

Let’s jump into Kira’s journey!
[00:00 - 16:42] Opening Segment

Kira shares a little bit of her background
Her passion for giving back to the community.
Maintaining faith
Settling down and having children
American Idol
Being denied at a radio station led to Kira pursuing career in the real estate space

[16:43 - 32:02] Entering the Real Estate Space

Kira shares her experiences in the real estate industry
transitioning from working as sales agent
The power of search engines
favoring relationships over transactions
Relationship Marketing Strategy
The Sandbar in the middle of chaos and hate

[32:02 - 49:38] Sandbar Realty

Real estate agents should try to build relationships with their clients
Business owner should try to help people
The importance of giving back to the community
What is our time here on earth all about?
Work and life separation for real estate agents
Kira talks about the important traits they look for when choosing agents
Shares their ideologies
good reputation
personable

[49:38 - 01:06:53] Gaining Success as a Real Estate Agent

Carrying oneself well and being genuine
Education and continuing to learn things
Constantly be networking and building relationships with other agents
Staying positive and be patient
Having a backup plan
Setting a time schedule for yourself