# Proactive vs. Pushy: The Communication Line Every Agent Must Master

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Podcast: [Life at Ten Tenths](https://stenobird.com/podcast/life-at-ten-tenths-6925311)
Published: 2026-04-23T07:30:00+00:00
Episode link: https://life-at-ten-tenths.captivate.fm
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🚨 The Engagement Engine Accelerator starts Monday. Get in now at tentenths.co __________ One of the hardest skills in real estate isn’t negotiating. It’s communication. How do you follow up without being pushy? How do you stay top of mind without sounding salesy? How do you become proactive instead of reactive? In this episode of Life at Ten Tenths , Garrett and Matt break down the subtle but critical difference between being proactive and being a “clinger” — and why mastering that line can completely change your client relationships. If you’ve ever worried about: Over-communicating with clients Under-communicating and losing control of the process Clients constantly calling you for updates Feeling reactive instead of leading Not knowing how often to follow up This episode will help you build a communication strategy that creates clarity, trust, and confidence. We cover: How to set communication expectations from day one Why structured cadence eliminates anxiety The difference between value-based follow-up and needy follow-up How to stay one step ahead in your transactions Why proactive communication builds referrals How to avoid being “that agent” who overwhelms clients Real estate clients don’t want silence. They don’t want pressure. They want leadership. When you set the standard for communication, you control the experience — and your business grows because of it. 🎧 Listen now and learn how to communicate with confidence without ever feeling pushy again. If this episode helped you, share it with another agent who needs it. #realestateagent #realestatecoaching #realestatebusiness #clientcommunication #realtortips #relationshipbasedbusiness

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