EP 140 | How To Become The #1 Real Estate Agent - James Tostevin (4K)

Dec 3, 2025
1h 1m

Episode Description

James Tostevin reveals how 200 calls a week for 40 years made him Australia's #1 real estate agent three years running (2013, 2014, 2015) and why "momentum is everything" when it comes to sustained success in real estate.


James Tostevin is a Director and Auctioneer at Marshall White and has sold over $400M in real estate across nearly 4 decades in the industry. He's conducted 3,500+ auctions and is known for his relentless prospecting discipline and time-blocking systems that have made him one of Australia's most consistent top performers.


After 40 years in the game, he still makes 200 prospecting calls every single week and attributes his success to structured routines, momentum, and never becoming complacent.


He explains:

◼️ Why he still does 200 calls a week after 40 years in the business

◼️ The time-blocking system that protects his prospecting hours

◼️ Why momentum is the key to long-term success in real estate

◼️ How to structure your day to maximize productivity

◼️ Why most agents fail because they don't devote time to training

◼️ The importance of nurture calls and consistent follow-up

◼️ How to build systems that become habits

◼️ Why you can't build momentum without dedicated blocks of time

◼️ What it takes to conduct 3,500+ auctions and stay sharp


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