by Macrealty Marketing Team | Jul 1, 2022 | Company
We are proud to announce that effective July 1st, 2022 Jeannie Shaver has been appointed Managing Broker for Macdonald Realty’s boutique office in Parksville. Born and raised on Vancouver Island, Jeannie joined Macdonald Realty as an agent in 2018 and received the company’s Sales Achievement Award in each of the next 3 years. Active in the Oceanside community, Jeannie has served on the board and managed the Qualicum Beach Farmers Market, as well as serving on the Official Community Plan Review Steering Committee in Qualicum Beach. She will continue to assist clients with buying and selling properties in the community, while also helping to expand Macdonald Realty’s presence in Central Vancouver Island.
“We’re excited to work with Jeannie to grow our Parksville office,” says Rosey Hudson, VP of Operations for Macdonald Real Estate Group. “For agents, Macdonald Realty offers many leading technology tools such as Skyslope for efficient transaction management, kvCORE their agent website, lead generation and CRM, and the Macdonald Online Marketing Centre for quick listing brochures and social media posts. For the public, our marketing channels cover digital, local print and global syndication through the Leading Real Estate Companies of the World and Luxury Portfolio International networks. Best of all, as a locally owned company, Macdonald Realty is able to focus 100% of our efforts on building programs and services for people who live and work in BC.”
Those who are interested in joining a brokerage in the Parksville-Oceanside area can connect with Jeannie by visiting careersinBCrealestate.com to schedule a meeting.
by Macrealty Marketing Team | Feb 28, 2022 | Company
We are celebrating our Director, Agent Development’s, Mark Winter, 30th anniversary with Macdonald Realty!
Mark joined the Macdonald Realty family back in 1992, and brought 30+ years of real estate experience to his current role. Through his efforts, Macdonald Realty has gained recognition as the only real estate brokerage in Canada to have earned the International Coach Federation Vancouver Chapter’s CoachingWise Award.
Currently, he is mainly focused on the company’s learning hub, Connected Learning, to help develop our agents’ business. This learning hub offers Start-Up Lab for agents new to the business or those who have not yet developed the framework and habits to find success in real estate, Client Coaching Lab for agents who would like to learn strategies to develop the most effective working partnerships, and Subject Matter Experts where agents can learn how top Macdonald Realty agents have leveraged their expertise in specific areas of the business.
Below are what a few of our colleagues said about Mark.
“Mark has always been a thoughtful and caring friend and co-worker. He has always been a person whose opinion I have valued, and counsel who I have sought, specifically around issues relating to communication and messaging to the company.
Mark personifies many of the best aspects of Macdonald. Specifically our caring and family culture. And his ability to anticipate, understand, and communicate challenges before they arise has helped us keep a positive culture throughout his 30+ years with us.
I’ve always enjoyed my time with Mark, and I look forward to seeing the look on his face when Canada knocks England out of the World Cup this year. 😊
Congrats on 30 years with the company!”
Dan Scarrow.
“I first met Mark when I started with Macdonald Realty approximately 7 years ago at one of the Macdonald Realty conferences & would see him around at company events, company golf tournaments, etc. Mark was always personable and inviting to talk to. It wasn’t until a few years ago that I had the opportunity to attend one of Mark’s courses in Squamish, it was amazing and opened my eyes to a totally different way of selling real estate by partnering with my clients. Mark made us do uncomfortable exercises like role playing but by making me do these in front of the group, really made a difference – both in business and personal relationships. His course was very interactive and you really had to be ‘present’ to attend. I feel like I’ve learned a secret super power! I’ve taken courses in the past from Richard Robbins and Tom Ferry but I feel that in all of my (almost 20) years of selling real estate, Mark’s course was one of the best learning experiences, had the most impact.
Mark is an extremely talented and knowledgeable individual and a total asset to the company, one of the great reasons Macdonald Realty stands out from other companies. Mark is very humble and non self promoting (i.e., his published book), which makes him even more personable. He treats everyone like they are a top producer (even if they’ve just started in real estate) and I feel very fortunate to have met Mark.
I wish Mark all the best for the future and on his 30 year accomplishments with Macdonald Realty!”
Carolyn Hill
“I have had the good fortune and pleasure of knowing and learning from Mark for several years. His considered insights and conversational approach to agent/client relationships shared during his coaching sessions are truly transformational. Undoubtedly, these workshops, through which he so genuinely and generously shares his wisdom, and his efforts to bring quality content through the subject matter experts series, as well as his book – “A Different Conversation,” has had incalculable benefits for myself and other agents alike. I strongly encourage all who have the opportunity to share time with Mark to do so. He is exceptional!
I speak from experience when I say that when one dedicates precious time to something, especially in the world of education, it is often a selfless pursuit, and one difficult to gauge in terms of impact. It comes with little fan fare and even littler reward (of the monetary variety), but in lieu, it can come with tremendous purpose. There is no doubt, in my mind, that Mark’s efforts in his commitment to bring out the best in agents is a purpose filled career that has had tremendous impact on others, and the positive outcomes of that impact are far reaching. It is a career of which he should be enormously proud. Congratulations to Mark on the recognition of his 30 years with Macdonald Realty. What a brilliant hire! Best wishes to Mark in his life, career, and all that lies in the adventure ahead.”
Casey Duncan
“The culture at Macrealty is one that encourages self improvement and building stronger relationships with our clients. Mark carries the torch of
inspiring people to do just that. From hosting the Monday meeting to Connected Learning events, you can trust Mark to show up with a positive
and upbeat spirit. He instills confidence and encourages agents to be at their best while build meaningful careers in this challenging industry.
On a personal note, Mark has been an ear for me during the ups and downs of my time as an agent. I’m appreciative of his genuine interest,
dedication to the craft of coaching and dry wit. I think we all strive to make an impact on others and he has done just that. Congratulation on 30 years Mark!”
Glen Jessup
“Wonder, question, journey beyond—the truth is ever-blooming, and curiosity is a magical thing.” These words written by Laura Jaworski could easily have been penned by Mark Winter. Mark’s enthusiastic quest to understand ‘why’ drives him to excel and inspires those with whom he engages along his journey. When we understand the underlying ‘why’ we can enter another person’s world, appreciate, respect and alleviate their concerns. Mark takes communication to an artform in his coaching, equipping participants with a host of brushes and many colours with which to create a beautiful tableau of open, respectful communication. He is a great asset to the Macdonald Realty Team, supporting each of us in giving clients and colleagues the very best of ourselves.”
Paddy Hall
“Do you know what I like about Mark Winter? Throughout his 30-year career working with Macdonald Realty he shows up on daily basis with a positive attitude and looking for the best in people. He can take a negative situation and flip it around into a positive way that you yourself may not see.
As our chief recruiter of our Vancouver offices, Mark emanates a kind, respectful and knowledgeable energy to everyone he meets. His British accent is also so endearing.
With his superb communication and coaching skills, Mark brings his coaching tools to the table to help agents conduct their business in a way that benefits both agent and client.The training he provides builds confidence in our agents and growth with an improved way to conduct their business. It’s a fun and rewarding experience and can benefit anyone in their daily lives.
When I think of Mark, I think Communication, Teamwork, Listening and Growth, all the skills important to build a companies success! It has been a pleasure working with him and wish him continued success. Happy 30th Anniversary Mark.”
Cathy Read
We are very grateful to have Mark as part of Macdonald Realty family!
by Macrealty Marketing Team | Jan 31, 2022 | Company
KELOWNA, B.C. – (February 1, 2022) – Macdonald Realty Kelowna, an award-winning brokerage in the Okanagan, is excited to announce that it has converted to a Macdonald Realty corporate office, joining one of Canada’s largest independent brokerages and a market leader in British Columbia. The merger further strengthens Macdonald Realty’s position as BC’s premiere independent brokerage, and fills a key need for Macdonald in the growing Okanagan market.
“We are excited to have a company with the quality and history of Macdonald Realty Kelowna join us as a corporate office,” says Dan Scarrow, President of Macdonald Realty. “We continue to be open to working with great BC companies and agents who want to take their business to the next level.”
Founded in 1995, Macdonald Realty Kelowna has been the premier real estate brokerage in the Okanagan for nearly 30 years. With over 40 licensed real estate agents and nearly $1 billion in sales in 2021, Macdonald Realty Kelowna has a sterling reputation and significant market share throughout the Okanagan. Wayne Judiesch, part owner of Macdonald Realty Kelowna and a stalwart in the community, was instrumental in the merger negotiations.
“We are thrilled to be converting to a corporate office,” says Judiesch, “we have known and respected the leaders at Macdonald for over 30 years, this merger gives us a direct pipeline of business to-and-from the Lower Mainland and rest of BC, and provides a long-term future for our agents, staff, and clients.”
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by Macrealty Marketing Team | Nov 2, 2021 | Company, In The News
Across the province, REALTORS® and brokerages are engaged in innovative work to support the real estate profession and the public. And we want to share those stories. On this episode of Open House by BCREA, explore an innovative way to build trusting, successful relationships with your clients through our conversation with Mark Winter. Mark is a seasoned real estate professional with 30 years of experience and is also a certified coach. He is Director of Agent Development at a BC real estate brokerage and has written a book entitled A Different Conversation: Realizing Your Potential as a Real Estate Agent.
This episode was recorded on October 22, 2021.
Listen to the podcast here.
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Background
If you had to pick the most important thing you could provide your clients with, what would it be?
In a survey recently published by the Canadian Real Estate Association and Nanos Research, the most important attributes a Realtor should display in their interactions with clients are honesty and integrity. In other words, your clients want to be able to trust you.
But building that trust can be easier said than done and the survey results also highlight that there is some room to grow in that area.
Joining us to talk about an innovative way to build trust in your relationships with your clients is Mark Winter. Mark has been a part of the same BC brokerage since 1992 and now has over 30 years of experience in the real estate business. He started off as a Realtor and now works in a senior leadership role as Director of Agent Development.
He’s also a certified coach and putting his two passions together has written a book entitled A Different Conversation: Realizing Your Potential as a Real Estate Agent. Mark joins us to talk about the coaching approach and how this approach can lead to more success and fulfillment as a Realtor, which in turn means more satisfied clients.
The article was originally posted on British Columbia Real Estate Association (BCREA), November 1, 2021. Written by Shaheed Devji.
by Macrealty Marketing Team | Jan 13, 2021 | Company
As we welcome our office in Burnaby, BC we’ve found many fun facts about the city.
With one of the largest parkland to resident ratio in all of North America, with approximately 25% of the city’s land being parkland or open space, Burnaby has ample room to get outside and is a great mixture of the urban environment and natural landscape.
Check out some of our favourite places to visit and as a bonus, celebrity sightings.
Parks & Urban Centre
According to the website Burnaby.ca, the city has one of the highest park land to resident ratio in all of North America.
The city has witnessed significant changes in its demographic profile. It has evolved from a rural and suburban community to a significant urban centre that is socially, economically and culturally diverse. While Burnaby occupies just over three percent of the land area of Metro Vancouver, it accounts for about 10 percent of the region’s population. It is the third most populated urban centre in British Columbia with a population of 232,755 in 2016.
Photo by Nick Zheng – Burnaby, BC
The largest park in Burnaby is called Central Park and is covered mostly with large fir and spruce trees. With 213 acres and 8.5 kilometres of trails for biking and walking the park also offers other general recreational activities.
Japanese Culture
If you never had the chance to visit the Playground of the Gods, home of 50 totem poles created by Japanese artist Nubuo Toko, and his son, Shusheo, you need to add it to your “must to do” list. The totems are located atop Burnaby Mountain overlooking Coal Harbour and symbolizing Burnaby’s bond with its sister city, Kushiro, Japan.
Playground of the Gods, near SFU. Photo by Marlus M. Grecu, released by Daily Hive.
Third-Largest Commercial Mall in Canada
The fantastic Metropolis at Metrotown in Burnaby, BC is the largest mall in British Columbia, and the third-largest in Canada behind Alberta’s West Edmonton Mall and Ontario’s Square One Shopping Centre, with 27 million customer visits annually. The mall is located adjacent to Metrotown station on the SkyTrain.
Photo released by metropolisatmetrotown.com.
The Very Famous Carousel at Burnaby Village Museum
Centuries of history are packed into a 10-acre site at the Burnaby Village Museum, you can find more discoveries at www.burnabyvillagemuseum.ca.
The crown jewel of the Burnaby Village Museum is the restored 1912 C.W. Parker Carousel, which visitors can ride for only $2.65.
Burnaby Village Museum is closed for the season. Please check back for updates.
Photo released by adventureawaits.ca.
Hometown Celebrities
Michael Bublé, Michael J. Fox, Joe Sakic, and national soccer team player Christine Sinclair all came out of Burnaby.
For some real estate highlights: Michael Bublé’s home in Burnaby is more than 27,000-square-foot and is located across from his childhood elementary school.
Michael Buble’s home in Burnaby, BC – Photo by Richard Lam/PNG released by Vancouver Sun in 2018.
We all agree that Burnaby is a beautiful city and it impresses with its strong economic growth and abundance of natural beauty. If you are thinking of purchasing your home in Burnaby, BC you can count on our new Macdonald Realty Burnaby office.
Find listings on Burnaby, BC by visiting our website: macrealty.com.
Sources:
Burnaby Population
Burnaby Village Museum
Burnaby Things To Do – Central Park
Burnaby Things To Do – Burnaby Mountain
Daily Hive
Vancouver Sun
