
"Mindset2Results" with Elena Apalkova Why Realtors Fail to Close Deals (No One Tells You This) _ Scott Grozelle
Apr 17, 2026
35:35
Join Scott Grozelle as he shares his journey in architecture and home building, focusing on challenges, successes, and the importance of mentoring. Discover why real estate agents need more construction training and gain insights on choosing a good builder. Scott emphasizes the role of trust, integrity, and relationships in real estate, offering valuable advice for agents and buyers. He also discusses his move to Mexico, ongoing construction work, and his books and resources. The episode wraps up with final advice for sales professionals and a preview of future episodes.
(0:00) Scott Grozelle's journey and background in architecture and home building
(3:28) Challenges, successes, and mentoring in the home building industry
(5:29) Moving to Mexico and continuing construction work
(6:11) Building trust and proper construction practices
(7:03) Why real estate agents need more training in home construction
(9:23) Selling vs. showing homes: Insights from builders
(11:49) Advice for choosing a good builder
(13:46) How construction knowledge builds trust and helps close deals
(17:37) Essential knowledge for agents and buyers about homes
(21:20) What separates top-performing agents from others
(23:47) The importance of mindset, integrity, and relationships in real estate
(25:37) Listening to clients and building long-term trust
(27:36) Selecting the right builder with integrity
(29:17) Overview of Scott Grozelle’s books and resources
(33:14) Final advice for sales professionals
(34:38) Importance of alignment and integrity in sales
(35:18) Closing remarks and future episodes
