Real Estate & Real Connections w/ Art Kelly :: Ep 268 The Mostly Middle Tennessee Business Podcast

Episode Title: "Real Estate & Real Connections w/ Art Kelly"

Show Description & Highlights: Join us for a compelling episode of The Mostly Middle Tennessee Business Podcast, featuring local realtor and entrepreneur Art Kelly of Realty One Group. Art and host Jim dive deep into how genuine relationships and authenticity are the bedrock of success in Middle Tennessee’s ever-evolving business landscape.

Key highlights include:
Art’s candid business journey: from various odd jobs to thriving in real estate.

How the pandemic forever changed the Middle Tennessee housing market—and how both buyers and agents have adapted.

Sage advice for business owners and sales professionals on nurturing a referral-based business, the “Friend Maker Challenge,” and the long-term benefits of authentic, recurring connections.

Open discussion on overcoming market fear, volatility, and industry misconceptions.

Why empathy, trust, and friendship—not just sales tactics—lead to lasting community impact.

The importance of personal touch and imperfect human connection amidst a digital, AI-driven world.

Tune in for inspiring stories, local wisdom, and practical strategies to help your business thrive in today’s Middle Tennessee marketplace.

Follow Art:
https://artkellyrealtor.com/

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