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Episode #259: 2025 International Builders’ Show Recap – Greg Bray and Kevin Weitzel

⏱️ 26:30 🎀 Greg Bray, Kevin Whitesell
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Episode #259: 2025 International Builders’ Show Recap – Greg Bray and Kevin Weitzel
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  • 0:00
    IBS 2025 Overview
    Greg and Kevin discuss the overall feeling and record attendance at the International Builder Show 2025.
  • 1:45
    Tuesday's Education Sessions
    Greg highlights sessions on authenticity in sales and customer experience, while Kevin details his client meetings.
  • 5:05
    Wednesday Morning Insights
    Greg attends the Home for Hope prayer breakfast, and Kevin shares his experience presenting on selling to diverse buyer groups.
  • 15:34
    IBS Networking and Parties
    The hosts recount their experiences at the IBS Nationals awards ceremony, the ECI party, and the New Homes Directory VIP party.
  • 22:25
    Small Builder Focus & Key Takeaways
    Kevin details a highly impactful session for small builders, and both hosts share crucial lessons learned, including the importance of comfortable shoes.
  • 30:00
    Digital Marketing Summit
    Greg announces the upcoming 2025 Homebuilder Digital Marketing Summit in Atlanta, inviting listeners to attend for further learning and networking.

Speakers

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Greg Bray
Host β€” Blue Tangerine
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Kevin Whitesell
Host β€” OutHouse

Key Takeaways

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Focus on authentic self-presentation in sales to build genuine connections with customers, removing any 'mask' or persona.

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Prioritize customer experience as the most valuable differentiator; it's the aspect of the buyer's journey you control most.

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Utilize interactive digital tools like floor plans and self-tours to engage buyers, gather data on preferences, and generate sales leads.

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Recognize homeowners as lifelong customers and develop strategies to maintain relationships and offer value post-sale.

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Simplify your website design and navigation; if a user has to search for key content like interactive floor plans, you're losing value on your investment.

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Before implementing new technology or AI, thoroughly understand and optimize your existing processes, as technology only accelerates current efficiencies or inefficiencies.

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When attending large industry events, prioritize comfortable footwear to enhance your overall experience and allow you to fully participate without discomfort.

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