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Pivot: SHIFT Ahead Mastermind

James Shaw

The Pivot: SHIFT Ahead morning call is in an interview/panel format. Agents across the globe share their expert input on various real estate topics. Need more listings? Don't know how to throw events? Dealing with objections? No matter where you feel stuck, we have the solution. This mastermind prepares any real estate agent to be several steps ahead of a market shift.

James Shaw started this community during the pandemic. After 5 years, the Pivot: SHIFT Ahead is composed by 126.000 real estate agents. Through playbooks, masterminds and events, Shaw provides a growth and accountability space for those who need support.

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S2 · E169
September 3 · 44 min
Why You Need More Listings
Real estate agents need more listings right now, and the math proves it.Using Diana Kokoska's classic formula, James walks through real numbers: how days on market, fallout rates, and listing-to-sale ratios all shift what "enough listings" actually looks like, and why the number you needed two years ago probably isn't the number you need now. Agents share what's actually working to ramp up their pipelines, from expireds and FSBOs to preforeclosures and pure database follow up, plus a full segment on how agents are using intake questions and personal touches to surprise and delight clients long after closing. If your listing count feels lower than it should be, this episode gives you the exact formula to figure out your real number, and the strategies to go get it. Aired on September 3, 2026 The Pivot: SHIFT Ahead morning call is in an interview format, where agents across the globe share their expert input on various real estate topics. If you are stuck, we have the solution. This mastermind prepares any real estate agent to be several steps ahead of a market shift. James Shaw started this community during the pandemic. After 6 years, the Pivot: SHIFT Ahead is composed by 126.400 real estate agents. Through playbooks, masterminds and events, Shaw provides a growth and accountability space for those who need support. JOIN US ON FACEBOOK FOR FREE & EXCLUSIVE MASTERMINDS: facebook.com/groups/SHIFTDaily Ready to Scale Your Real Estate Business? JOIN THE INSPIRE COLLECTIVE FOR MORE www.jamesdshaw.com
S2 · E168
September 2 · 44 min
How Do You Define Your Finish Line?
Guest host Bree Vaughan asks a question worth sitting with: How do you define your finish line? Agents open up about accountability partners, coaches, and tribes, then dig into real boundaries, turning off the laptop, protecting evenings, and learning that your business doesn't have to run you. An honest conversation about knowing when your day is actually done. Aired on September 2, 2026 The Pivot: SHIFT Ahead morning call is in an interview format, where agents across the globe share their expert input on various real estate topics. If you are stuck, we have the solution. This mastermind prepares any real estate agent to be several steps ahead of a market shift. James Shaw started this community during the pandemic. After 6 years, the Pivot: SHIFT Ahead is composed by 126.400 real estate agents. Through playbooks, masterminds and events, Shaw provides a growth and accountability space for those who need support. JOIN US ON FACEBOOK FOR FREE & EXCLUSIVE MASTERMINDS: facebook.com/groups/SHIFTDaily Ready to Scale Your Real Estate Business? JOIN THE INSPIRE COLLECTIVE FOR MORE www.jamesdshaw.com
S2 · E167
September 1 · 41 min
September Reflect and Plan: Turning Challenges into Triumph
Guest host Nikkia Dollar leads the room through some honest questions worth sitting with: What would you do if you knew you couldn't fail? What's one belief you've outgrown? Are you actually taking your one non-real estate day a week? The back half of the call turns to Ryan Holiday's "The Obstacle Is the Way," and agents open up in a big way. It's a raw, honest conversation about mindset, gratitude, and turning whatever September throws at you into fuel instead of an obstacle. Aired on September 1, 2026 The Pivot: SHIFT Ahead morning call is in an interview format, where agents across the globe share their expert input on various real estate topics. If you are stuck, we have the solution. This mastermind prepares any real estate agent to be several steps ahead of a market shift. James Shaw started this community during the pandemic. After 6 years, the Pivot: SHIFT Ahead is composed by 126.400 real estate agents. Through playbooks, masterminds and events, Shaw provides a growth and accountability space for those who need support. JOIN US ON FACEBOOK FOR FREE & EXCLUSIVE MASTERMINDS: facebook.com/groups/SHIFTDaily Ready to Scale Your Real Estate Business? JOIN THE INSPIRE COLLECTIVE FOR MORE www.jamesdshaw.com
S2 · E166
August 31 · 40 min
Why Buy - My Favorite Buyer Statistic - Pivot: SHIFT Ahead
Guest host Matt Cannon shares his favorite buyer statistic on today's "mastermind: the massive net worth gap between renters and homeowners. He breaks down exactly how he uses this number in his buyer consultations to help first time buyers see homeownership as real, tangible wealth building, plus real agent wins along the way, from a $2.2 million listing to a top producer award. Aired on August 31, 2026 The Pivot: SHIFT Ahead morning call is in an interview format, where agents across the globe share their expert input on various real estate topics. If you are stuck, we have the solution. This mastermind prepares any real estate agent to be several steps ahead of a market shift. James Shaw started this community during the pandemic. After 6 years, the Pivot: SHIFT Ahead is composed by 126.400 real estate agents. Through playbooks, masterminds and events, Shaw provides a growth and accountability space for those who need support. JOIN US ON FACEBOOK FOR FREE & EXCLUSIVE MASTERMINDS: facebook.com/groups/SHIFTDaily Ready to Scale Your Real Estate Business? JOIN THE INSPIRE COLLECTIVE FOR MORE www.jamesdshaw.com
S2 · E166
August 31 · 39 min
Why Buy - My Favorite Buyer Statistic - Pivot: SHIFT Ahead
Guest host Matt Cannon shares his favorite buyer statistic on today's "mastermind: the massive net worth gap between renters and homeowners. He breaks down exactly how he uses this number in his buyer consultations to help first time buyers see homeownership as real, tangible wealth building, plus real agent wins along the way, from a $2.2 million listing to a top producer award. Aired on August 31, 2026 The Pivot: SHIFT Ahead morning call is in an interview format, where agents across the globe share their expert input on various real estate topics. If you are stuck, we have the solution. This mastermind prepares any real estate agent to be several steps ahead of a market shift. James Shaw started this community during the pandemic. After 6 years, the Pivot: SHIFT Ahead is composed by 126.400 real estate agents. Through playbooks, masterminds and events, Shaw provides a growth and accountability space for those who need support. JOIN US ON FACEBOOK FOR FREE & EXCLUSIVE MASTERMINDS: facebook.com/groups/SHIFTDaily Ready to Scale Your Real Estate Business? JOIN THE INSPIRE COLLECTIVE FOR MORE www.jamesdshaw.com
S2 · E165
August 28 · 40 min
Getting A.I To Recommend You! - Pivot: SHIFT Ahead
How do you get A.I. to recommend YOU as the best real estate agent in your town? On today's mastermind, host James Shaw brings on a special guest, a 20 year product management and A.I. expert (and Pivot dad), to break down how large language models actually work, why AI hallucinations happen, and why your brand and your relationships are still the one thing AI can't replace. Then agents dive into the real question everyone wants answered: how do you show up when someone asks AI "who's the best realtor near me?" If you've ever wondered whether AI actually knows who you are, this episode will show you how to find out, and how to fix it if it doesn't. Aired on August 28, 2026 The Pivot: SHIFT Ahead morning call is in an interview format, where agents across the globe share their expert input on various real estate topics. If you are stuck, we have the solution. This mastermind prepares any real estate agent to be several steps ahead of a market shift. James Shaw started this community during the pandemic. After 6 years, the Pivot: SHIFT Ahead is composed by 126.400 real estate agents. Through playbooks, masterminds and events, Shaw provides a growth and accountability space for those who need support. JOIN US ON FACEBOOK FOR FREE & EXCLUSIVE MASTERMINDS: facebook.com/groups/SHIFTDaily Ready to Scale Your Real Estate Business? JOIN THE INSPIRE COLLECTIVE FOR MORE www.jamesdshaw.com
S2 · E164
August 27 · 41 min
They Use A.I. But Need You - Pivot: SHIFT Ahead
New data shows buyer trust in AI got cut in half this year, from 30% down to 16%. On today's mastermind, James Shaw and real estate agents talk about what that really means: clients are using AI more, but trusting it less, and that makes you more valuable, not less. Agents share how they're addressing AI head on with clients, building real trust, and why "agents will be replaced by AI" is a myth that doesn't hold up. Real stories, real strategies, real talk about staying essential in an AI driven market Aired on August 27, 2026 The Pivot: SHIFT Ahead morning call is in an interview format, where agents across the globe share their expert input on various real estate topics. If you are stuck, we have the solution. This mastermind prepares any real estate agent to be several steps ahead of a market shift. James Shaw started this community during the pandemic. After 6 years, the Pivot: SHIFT Ahead is composed by 126.400 real estate agents. Through playbooks, masterminds and events, Shaw provides a growth and accountability space for those who need support. JOIN US ON FACEBOOK FOR FREE & EXCLUSIVE MASTERMINDS: facebook.com/groups/SHIFTDaily Ready to Scale Your Real Estate Business? JOIN THE INSPIRE COLLECTIVE FOR MORE www.jamesdshaw.com
August 26 · 24 min
The Go-To Resource with Jeff Abel
Jeff Abel’s community-first approach helped him grow a Facebook community with more than 34,000 members and generate $20.5 million in business. I want to know how he did it. In this mastermind, he shares why building a community around your town or lifestyle creates more opportunities, how his Facebook group and YouTube channel work together to grow his database and the content strategy that helps him stay consistent without chasing views. Every Wednesday, James Shaw interviews elite people who are doing elite things, on an elite level. The webinar is a space where you can draw inspiration from writers, agents, teachers, coaches and even athletes. Prepare to be inspired! JOIN US ON FACEBOOK FOR FREE & EXCLUSIVE MASTERMINDS: facebook.com/groups/SHIFTDaily Ready to Scale Your Real Estate Business? JOIN THE INSPIRE COLLECTIVE FOR MORE www.jamesdshaw.com
S2 · E163
August 26 · 40 min
Contracts, Negotiation, and A.I. - Pivot: SHIFT Ahead
Clients are running contracts, inspection reports, and repair requests through ChatGPT before they even talk to their agent, and sometimes the advice is flat-out wrong (international codes, made-up percentages, "$1,200 for an inspection"). On today's call, host James Shaw got agents sharing how they catch it, correct it without shaming the client, and use their real experience to close the gap AI leaves behind Aired on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 The Pivot: SHIFT Ahead morning call is in an interview format, where agents across the globe share their expert input on various real estate topics. If you are stuck, we have the solution. This mastermind prepares any real estate agent to be several steps ahead of a market shift. James Shaw started this community during the pandemic. After 6 years, the Pivot: SHIFT Ahead is composed by 126.400 real estate agents. Through playbooks, masterminds and events, Shaw provides a growth and accountability space for those who need support. JOIN US ON FACEBOOK FOR FREE & EXCLUSIVE MASTERMINDS: facebook.com/groups/SHIFTDaily Ready to Scale Your Real Estate Business? JOIN THE INSPIRE COLLECTIVE FOR MORE www.jamesdshaw.com
S2 · E162
August 25 · 42 min
"But ChatGpt Told Me My House Is Worth..." - Pivot: SHIFT Ahead
On today’s mastermind, host James Shaw and community leaders dove into practical strategies for navigating today’s shifting real estate market, focusing on two major themes: mastering the art of sphere referrals and bridging the gap when clients come armed with AI-generated home valuations Aired on Tuesday, August 25, 2026 The Pivot: SHIFT Ahead morning call is in an interview format, where agents across the globe share their expert input on various real estate topics. If you are stuck, we have the solution. This mastermind prepares any real estate agent to be several steps ahead of a market shift. James Shaw started this community during the pandemic. After 6 years, the Pivot: SHIFT Ahead is composed by 126.400 real estate agents. Through playbooks, masterminds and events, Shaw provides a growth and accountability space for those who need support. JOIN US ON FACEBOOK FOR FREE & EXCLUSIVE MASTERMINDS: facebook.com/groups/SHIFTDaily Ready to Scale Your Real Estate Business? JOIN THE INSPIRE COLLECTIVE FOR MORE www.jamesdshaw.com
S2 · E161
August 24 · 40 min
AI-Influenced Buyers & Sellers
On today's mastermind, host James Shaw asked real estate agents how they know when a client's been talking to AI before they even meet. The polished emails, the spreadsheets, that em dash everybody suddenly uses. Agents swapped stories on how they handle it, and the vibe was the same across the board: Don't shame the client for doing their homework, just sit down and compare notes with them. Bottom line, clients are using AI more than ever, but they still want a real person in their corner. The Pivot: SHIFT Ahead morning call is in an interview format, where agents across the globe share their expert input on various real estate topics. If you are stuck, we have the solution. This mastermind prepares any real estate agent to be several steps ahead of a market shift. James Shaw started this community during the pandemic. After 6 years, the Pivot: SHIFT Ahead is composed by 126.400 real estate agents. Through playbooks, masterminds and events, Shaw provides a growth and accountability space for those who need support. JOIN US ON FACEBOOK FOR FREE & EXCLUSIVE MASTERMINDS: facebook.com/groups/SHIFTDaily Ready to Scale Your Real Estate Business? JOIN THE INSPIRE COLLECTIVE FOR MORE www.jamesdshaw.com
S2 · E160
August 21 · 39 min
Fear Shows Up on Schedule
When you are about to start a new journey, or right before momentum hits, fear knocks on your doors. On today's mastermind, "Pivot: SHIFT Ahead" host James Shaw encourages agents to keep going, and asks them: What do you wish you knew last year? The Pivot: SHIFT Ahead morning call is in an interview format, where agents across the globe share their expert input on various real estate topics. If you are stuck, we have the solution. This mastermind prepares any real estate agent to be several steps ahead of a market shift. James Shaw started this community during the pandemic. After 6 years, the Pivot: SHIFT Ahead is composed by 126.400 real estate agents. Through playbooks, masterminds and events, Shaw provides a growth and accountability space for those who need support. JOIN US ON FACEBOOK FOR FREE & EXCLUSIVE MASTERMINDS: facebook.com/groups/SHIFTDaily Ready to Scale Your Real Estate Business? JOIN THE INSPIRE COLLECTIVE FOR MORE www.jamesdshaw.com
S2 · E159
August 20 · 42 min
Time on Task Today
It is about choosing the play and running the play. On today's mastermind, "Pivot: SHIFT Ahead" host James Shaw asked real estate agents what strategies they learned from the community, and how it has helped their business once they implemented it. Lead gen does not need to be always tracked in "clock" time. Agents remind each other lead generation is a lifestyle! The Pivot: SHIFT Ahead morning call is in an interview format, where agents across the globe share their expert input on various real estate topics. If you are stuck, we have the solution. This mastermind prepares any real estate agent to be several steps ahead of a market shift. James Shaw started this community during the pandemic. After 6 years, the Pivot: SHIFT Ahead is composed by 126.400 real estate agents. Through playbooks, masterminds and events, Shaw provides a growth and accountability space for those who need support. JOIN US ON FACEBOOK FOR FREE & EXCLUSIVE MASTERMINDS: facebook.com/groups/SHIFTDaily Ready to Scale Your Real Estate Business? JOIN THE INSPIRE COLLECTIVE FOR MORE www.jamesdshaw.com
August 19 · 21 min
Stay Connected with Jessica Pullig
Jessica Pullig knows the secret to keeping relationships strong is a great touch plan. With her automated system of consistent client touches, events, and pop-bys, you can grow your business without consuming every hour of your day. In this mastermind she shares how to build a touch plan that keeps you consistently connected to your database, which touches should be personal and which can be automated and why a small automated system is more effective than a “perfect” one. Every Wednesday, James Shaw interviews elite people who are doing elite things, on an elite level. The webinar is a space where you can draw inspiration from writers, agents, teachers, coaches and even athletes. Prepare to be inspired! JOIN US ON FACEBOOK FOR FREE & EXCLUSIVE MASTERMINDS: facebook.com/groups/SHIFTDaily Ready to Scale Your Real Estate Business? JOIN THE INSPIRE COLLECTIVE FOR MORE www.jamesdshaw.com
S2 · E158
August 19 · 41 min
Build Your Ritual
Consistency is everything, but if you don't have a standard, you will most likely get paralyzed by decision making. In this "Pivot: SHIFT Ahead" mastermind, host James Shaw reminds you building "boring" rituals keep you on track to accomplish your goals. It is about focusing on the activities, and not the results. The Pivot: SHIFT Ahead morning call is in an interview format, where agents across the globe share their expert input on various real estate topics. If you are stuck, we have the solution. This mastermind prepares any real estate agent to be several steps ahead of a market shift. James Shaw started this community during the pandemic. After 6 years, the Pivot: SHIFT Ahead is composed by 126.400 real estate agents. Through playbooks, masterminds and events, Shaw provides a growth and accountability space for those who need support. JOIN US ON FACEBOOK FOR FREE & EXCLUSIVE MASTERMINDS: facebook.com/groups/SHIFTDaily Ready to Scale Your Real Estate Business? JOIN THE INSPIRE COLLECTIVE FOR MORE www.jamesdshaw.com
S2 · E157
August 18 · 42 min
The Quiet Productivity Killer
t is your job to have listings in the pipeline, point blank. On today's "Pivot: SHIFT Ahead" host James Shaw reminds real estate agents of the resources available for our "The Inspire Collective" members. Do you lead generate alone? That might be killing your productivity. Join us as we talk to agents across the globe, asking them who is their witness? Join us on our Facebook group for resources and lead generation power hours. For a visual of the tools talked about in this podcast, visit our youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hbaI3FXh41o The Pivot: SHIFT Ahead morning call is in an interview format, where agents across the globe share their expert input on various real estate topics. If you are stuck, we have the solution. This mastermind prepares any real estate agent to be several steps ahead of a market shift. James Shaw started this community during the pandemic. After 6 years, the Pivot: SHIFT Ahead is composed by 126.400 real estate agents. Through playbooks, masterminds and events, Shaw provides a growth and accountability space for those who need support. JOIN US ON FACEBOOK FOR FREE & EXCLUSIVE MASTERMINDS: facebook.com/groups/SHIFTDaily Ready to Scale Your Real Estate Business? JOIN THE INSPIRE COLLECTIVE FOR MORE www.jamesdshaw.com
S2 · E156
August 17 · 40 min
Show Up On Purpose, With Purpose
Vibe check: How are buyers and sellers reacting on the other side of the table? Some of you say anxious, nervous and others feel like therapists. Lead generation is an activity no agent can skip. That is why in this mastermind, "Pivot: SHIFT Ahead" host James Shaw focused on asking agents how they remain focused on amping up lead gen when the pipeline needs some TLC. James is back from Jon Acuff’s event and shares his ahas on how to became a top selling agent. The Pivot: SHIFT Ahead morning call is in an interview format, where agents across the globe share their expert input on various real estate topics. If you are stuck, we have the solution. This mastermind prepares any real estate agent to be several steps ahead of a market shift. James Shaw started this community during the pandemic. After 6 years, the Pivot: SHIFT Ahead is composed by 126.400 real estate agents. Through playbooks, masterminds and events, Shaw provides a growth and accountability space for those who need support. JOIN US ON FACEBOOK FOR FREE & EXCLUSIVE MASTERMINDS: facebook.com/groups/SHIFTDaily Ready to Scale Your Real Estate Business? JOIN THE INSPIRE COLLECTIVE FOR MORE www.jamesdshaw.com
S2 · E155
August 14 · 39 min
Leads Week: Be The Expert In Your Neighborhood
You has several good tips on open houses yesterday, so or today's pre-show, "Pivot: SHIFT Ahead" mastermind host James Shaw encouraged agents to share their last ahas. Becoming the mayor of your town takes time... Real estate agents around America encourage you to keep farming, creating community and showing up! The Pivot: SHIFT Ahead morning call is in an interview format, where agents across the globe share their expert input on various real estate topics. If you are stuck, we have the solution. This mastermind prepares any real estate agent to be several steps ahead of a market shift. James Shaw started this community during the pandemic. After 6 years, the Pivot: SHIFT Ahead is composed by 126.400 real estate agents. Through playbooks, masterminds and events, Shaw provides a growth and accountability space for those who need support. JOIN US ON FACEBOOK FOR FREE & EXCLUSIVE MASTERMINDS: facebook.com/groups/SHIFTDaily Ready to Scale Your Real Estate Business? JOIN THE INSPIRE COLLECTIVE FOR MORE www.jamesdshaw.com
S2 · E154
August 13 · 45 min
Leads Week: Open Houses for Listing Leads
There is always going to be the next big thing to distract you... New strategies, technology and expectations, nut in this group, we focus on the fundamentals. On today's "Pivot: SHIFT Ahead" mastermind, host James Shaw calls agents out on how to run a successful open house, that will lead to other listings. The Pivot: SHIFT Ahead morning call is in an interview format, where agents across the globe share their expert input on various real estate topics. If you are stuck, we have the solution. This mastermind prepares any real estate agent to be several steps ahead of a market shift. James Shaw started this community during the pandemic. After 6 years, the Pivot: SHIFT Ahead is composed by 126.400 real estate agents. Through playbooks, masterminds and events, Shaw provides a growth and accountability space for those who need support. JOIN US ON FACEBOOK FOR FREE & EXCLUSIVE MASTERMINDS: facebook.com/groups/SHIFTDaily Ready to Scale Your Real Estate Business? JOIN THE INSPIRE COLLECTIVE FOR MORE www.jamesdshaw.com
August 12 · 22 min
Buyer Strategy with Kari Wyrsch
Kari Wyrsch knows buyers at a high level. It’s one of the reasons she and her team are track to close 500 units this year. What she’ll tell you is that finding buyers isn’t the hard part…it’s helping them feel confident enough to take the next step. In this Wednesday Webinar mastermind, she shares why today’s buyers demand a stronger nurture plan than ever before, the “Buyer Strategy Session” she uses to set expectations and how to find those motivated buyers. Every Wednesday, James Shaw interviews elite people who are doing elite things, on an elite level. The webinar is a space where you can draw inspiration from writers, agents, teachers, coaches and even athletes. Prepare to be inspired! JOIN US ON FACEBOOK FOR FREE & EXCLUSIVE MASTERMINDS: facebook.com/groups/SHIFTDaily Ready to Scale Your Real Estate Business? JOIN THE INSPIRE COLLECTIVE FOR MORE www.jamesdshaw.com

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