In a volatile real estate market, client-centricity isn’t optional — it’s your competitive edge. Chris Pollinger shares how elite agents turn uncertainty into opportunity by obsessing over what clients truly need, moving fast and thinking like strategic partners.
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Client-centricity isn’t a buzzword. It’s your competitive advantage
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