Four Timeless Habits of Top Agents (That Matter Even More Today)
Top agent Kathrin Rein shows how timeless habits—ownership, connection, and daily discipline—can keep you winning in any market.
At POWER AGENT® headquarters, we’ve had the privilege of learning from some of the best in the business—and Kathrin Rein is one of them. As one of the top agents for Keller Williams agent in Florida, she’s not only a powerhouse producer, but also has been a featured speaker at our events, a guest coach for our members, and a passionate advocate for helping fellow agents succeed. Her drive, discipline, and work ethic are matched only by her commitment to teaching others how to build wealth through real estate.
We admire Kathrin not just for her results, but for her willingness to share the habits that keep her on top. And while we first learned these lessons directly from her, they’ve proven to be timeless strategies that every agent can benefit from—especially in today’s changing industry.
Here are four of Kathrin’s success habits worth putting into practice right now:
1. Take Ownership
Kathrin doesn’t just see herself as a real estate agent—she sees herself as a wealth-builder, problem-solver, and trusted partner. She invests in knowing her business deeply, from teaching clients how to reduce property taxes to helping them make smarter investment decisions.
Most importantly, she takes full responsibility for client relationships. If someone works with another agent, she asks: “What could I have done differently to keep that relationship strong?” That kind of accountability keeps her growth steady year after year.
POWER AGENT® Pro Tip: After every client interaction, jot down one thing you did well and one thing you could improve. Those micro-reflections compound into mastery.
2. Touch Base with Five People a Day
Kathrin doesn’t rely on elaborate time-blocking or complicated CRMs to stay connected. Instead, she makes a simple daily commitment: reach out to at least five past clients or sphere contacts. A quick call, text, or Facebook message is enough to remind people she cares. Over time, that steady presence has built a referral base that continues to grow.
POWER AGENT® Pro Tip: Struggling to fit this in? Schedule one 15-minute “connection sprint” each morning before you open email. You’ll be amazed at how much goodwill (and business) those touches generate.
3. Cultivate Powerful Vendor Relationships
Kathrin keeps a binder filled with business cards of vendors, contractors, and professionals she meets. Every day, she flips through and asks, “Who can I help today?” By intentionally supporting three of her vendor partners daily, she’s built a reciprocal network that sends her consistent referrals.
POWER AGENT® Pro Tip: Don’t just collect vendor contacts—organize them into a “go-to resource guide” for your clients. When you become the agent who “knows a guy for everything,” you become indispensable.
4. Talk to People—Everywhere
When Kathrin first moved to Miami, she didn’t know anyone. Her solution? Talk to everyone. Whether in an elevator, at a party, or in line at a coffee shop, she made a point to start conversations. One of those “random chats” even led to her first multimillion-dollar transaction.
Her philosophy is simple: if people like you, they’ll want to work with you. In an era where many agents hide behind screens, Kathrin proves that face-to-face conversations are still the fastest path to opportunity.
POWER AGENT® Pro Tip: Challenge yourself to start three conversations a day with people you don’t know. Even if they’re not immediate prospects, you’re practicing the art of connection.
The Big Lesson
Kathrin Rein is more than a top producer—she’s a teacher, a role model, and a reminder that success comes from mastering daily disciplines that build relationships, trust, and opportunities.
So, as you move through this week, ask yourself: Which of these four timeless habits will I commit to today?
Because in every market—and especially in this one—agents who focus on people always win.
A huge thank-you to Kathrin Rein for generously sharing her wisdom with our community. Now it’s your turn—put these habits into action today. Click here to learn more about Kathrin!
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