Results & Testimonials

Carol: Carol’s sales volume was right in the middle of her office of over 100 agents. Within 1 year she was within the top three in her office and within 18 months she was the number one individual agent in her entire office of over 100 agents.

Mark: Mark was tens of thousands in debt and making less than $100,000 per year when he enrolled in our program. He had been in sales for years, but he had never been a loan officer before. In his first year he made over $200,000. He is now making between $300,000 - $400,000 per year. He has paid off all his debt and owns many investment properties.

Erika: Her first month in coaching her income doubled. The second month her income doubled again. Within a few months it doubled again. If you look at where she was when she started, she had an 800% increase in her income within SIX months.

Ron: Ron hated most things about Real Estate. We found something about Real Estate that he did like and he went from less than $8,000 per month to over $24,000 per month within two years doing something he really enjoyed. He was not even working weekends anymore. Something he hated.

Deanna: Deanna could never break the 5million dollar mark in gross sales in a year. Her first year she went to 7.5 million in sales and now in her fourth year of coaching she has already closed close to 24 million in sales.

Jason: Jason is a broker and was in other coaching programs for several years. He was still losing money every month from agent production. Within 6 months he is already starting to see a profit. He is in the Detroit area, one of the worst economies in the country. He is already ahead of his goals for the year and while other brokers are losing agents he keeps increasing. His average agent is making around $85,000 per year.

Owen: He is partial owner of a Title company and Mortgage company. He started coaching with us individually and was so impressed with the results that he started having us work with his key sales staff and his key managers. He also was so impressed with our two-day program he solicited us to put on our two-day program for Realtors in his area. He gained 60 new relationships with Realtors from that program alone. By implementing a strategy he learned in our coaching program, he was able to eliminate other costly marketing he was doing and set 5 times the appointments they ever had with qualified potential loan officers.

Andrea: She dissolved a several year 50/50 partnership. She closed more in the first 6 months than she had ever closed in an entire year with her partner. That is a 400% increase in her personal income. She was also able to take several vacations and has never led a more stress free life.

Stacey: She had never made more than $3,000 per month in her life. Her third month she made $8,500. Her fourth month she made $12,000. Her fifth month she made over $20,000.

Vanessa: She is in new home sales. She almost tripled her income within two years.

“I was always a positive thinker but my coach gave me new ways to think and see things. I have just received an award for a 567% increase in my business, of which I attribute to the Expect Success Coaching program.”

- Betty Osoff, Coldwell Banker

"I've been coaching with Steve for approximately a year now. This is a great course. I would recommend it to anyone who is in sales and marketing. Steve has helped me tremendously in my organizational skills, personal skills and he has helped me increase my bottom line and get more clients. Again, I would recommend this course to anyone."

- Carol Lewis, Professional Real Estate Title, Inc.

“It’s ironic, but fear often keeps people from reaching their goals, and fear is also what keeps people from starting he coaching they need so they can dissolve that fear. Every person I have sent to Steve, who has had the faith to step over the initial fear, has absolutely seen improvements.”

- Deanna Talbot, GRI Coldwell Banker Legacy

“I am so thankful for the opportunities I have had to make changes in myself that I wouldn’t have recognized were needed with our the assistance of a coach. The aspect of accountability has caused real progress as it relates to getting our Vision down and the goals associated with it. I am happy to recommend Steve and his coaches to others.”

- David Gerhard, Roof Dancers

“I just wanted to take the opportunity to thank you for all you've done for me over the past six months. I have to admit, when we first started our coaching sessions, I was skeptical about how effective telephone coaching would be. It truly amazed me to see how fast things in my business started changing! I have been with you for six months now, and I still look back with wonderment. I remember how petrified I was before our first coaching call. Now it petrifies me to think what things might be like today if I hadn't committed to the program. I honestly everyone should have a success coach, no matter how long they have been in the business.

During the first month of coaching my production and income doubled. I was shocked that the results were so immediate. Then, the second month it doubled again! My business has been growing ever since. Not only am I reaping the benefits of increased income, but also I feel more in control of my life and my business than ever before. I have much more confidence in my self these days, and my belief about what is possible has changed dramatically. I'm having the time of my life!

A side benefit I didn't expect at all is that other areas of my life have been positively affected by our coaching sessions. Many of my personal relationships are stronger, and I feel calmer in most situations. I find myself really helping others with some of the things I've discovered. It is extremely rewarding to be able to be a positive influence in other people's lives, sometimes effortlessly.

Thanks again for your help and for being a constant source of motivation. I appreciate that you are just a phone call or e-mail away. Because of your caring attitude and obvious willingness to help in any way you can, I always feel comfortable calling you, even if it is between coaching sessions. I plan to continue our coaching relationship for quite some time!“

- Erika Roberg, Real Estate Agent

“I have more than doubled my income. I’m working less hours so I am taking more time for myself and my family.” My coach has brought out the best in me. He tailors the approach for me and what I needed to succeed.”

- Andrea Tanner, Realtor

“I just wanted you to know how working with you as my personal coach has greatly affected my life and business.

I really believe that in a world where most people accept mediocre as the norm, you and coaching in general has shown me that excellence is my only desire. You truly are an answer to my prayers!

Before being introduced to personal coaching, I felt as if I was just coasting through life without much say as to the degree of my successes. I now know that a lot of the reasons I was feeling "stuck" were because of thought barriers that you have helped me to break down. I appreciate your sensitivity in meeting me where I was. It used to be overwhelming to stand before all the systems I wanted to implement, not knowing where to begin. You have helped me to break down what seemed like complex strategies into bite-sized daily portions.

I know beyond a shadow of a doubt that I would not be achieving my business and personal goals if it were not for your accountability, kindness and knowledge. I think the biggest change in me that I attribute to coaching is that I am now having fun with my business, and let's face it, success beats failure hands down!

I now approach each day with a plan and I take action instead of just reacting to my environment. I don't have fear about the unknown and believe that I am a success, and believing is half the battle. I now approach top producers with confidence and set appointments with ease.”

- Heather L. Mirto - Metropolitan Title Company

I want you to know how working with you as a coach has changed my business. I also want to thank you for being persistent in my follow through. You have helped me see how to spend my time more wisely and profitably. I was wasting time pushing paper, when I should have been talking to my past clients and new contacts. Since hiring my assistant, my business is running a lot smoother.

This year will run even more efficient. I have brought on a buyers agent to handle the overflow of clients. Self-employed people need someone outside their immediate situation to help them see things more clearly and also to hold them accountable. I know the accountability has helped me greatly.

You not only helped me with my business, you have also helped with other aspects of my life that have come up. I believe our personal lives can definitely affect our business. Again, thanks for the help, I really appreciate it. I would recommend coaching to anyone who is serious about building his or her business. I honestly believe the coach and the client have to connect to get the most out of coaching.

- Jan Gurski, RE/MAX Crossroads, Associate Broker

“I can see and feel the difference everyday. It’s hard to describe, but the way I feel about things has changed, and I believe I’m actually thinking better. My pipeline is full more consistently, and my finances are improving.“

- Jeff E. Mueller – RE/MAX Abrams

“…The coaching I’ve gotten with Expect Success gets at the heart of what it takes to make me successful. The thing that separates Steve from others is the work he does with me on the inside. It’s not just about a list of ‘thinks to do’. It is the internal dynamic that gets us going and keeps us going in the long run.”

- Katherine Nickerson, Realtor

“To embrace a coaching program that was not industry specific was a real change for me but now that I have come to the end of my greatest year in the hardest economy, I will go on with year number four with my coach.”

- Mark Manthei, Arboretum Mortgage

“I want to thank you for making such a difference in my life through your coaching. Prior to signing up for coaching, I had earned a total of $8,000 annual commission. At that time I was disheartened and at a crossroads with my career; at the very least I worried that I could not afford monthly coaching. In retrospect I find this very humorous as I now know I could not have afforded not to have you coach me. In less than a year, that is my average monthly commission check and this month I will earn over $14,000.

While I am ever so grateful for the financial difference your coaching has made in my life, the interpersonal benefits are even greater. You are so committed to your clients and have cared about every aspect of my life. I have been amazed at how you would surprise me by calling me just when I was having the most difficult personal time, as if you knew this intuitively. You have shared your own process with me and honored me with your trust and confidence. You approach coaching appropriately from a holistic perspective, addressing any and all issues needing adjustments. You have a wealth of exercises and resources for this task. More than anything, you have a genuine commitment to help others be more authentically who we are meant to be. I feel very blessed to have you in my life. You are truly one of God's angels in human form. Thank you for your integrity, wisdom, commitment to excellence, your heart and spirit.”

- Marisa Del Rio , Coldwell Banker

“I was coached by Steve for a year when I was rand new in the mortgage business and my income went up 50%. Then I stopped for a while, thinking I had what I needed, but my income dropped. So I started with Steve again and my income went up another 50% for a year and then I stopped coaching again. It seems so silly to me but my income went down and I have started up once again. So for me the most important part about coaching is the accountability.”

- Michel McKnight, Freedom Capitol Mortgage

"When I was introduced to Steve... I had been in the business of Real Estate for about 14 months. At the time I had sold two houses and I had just received my first listing... I was at a point in my career I thought I was going to have to choose to get into something else where I had a salaried position... I didn't feel like I had the money to spend on coaching but I took a giant leap of faith and decided to sign on with Steve. In my first full year with Steve I sold 4.5 million dollars in Real Estate and my business is booming even bigger and better this year... I truly believe without Steve I wouldn't be where I am today."

- Pam Ruggeroli, Real Estate Professional

“After I started coaching I more than doubled the commissions I earned in the previous months and my business is still growing at an incredible rate! Where I used to average less than $4,000/ month I have averaged over $15,000 a month for the last four months!”

- Pete Goodrow, Utah Select Realty

"I've been coaching with Steve for over 2 years.... It's the best decision I ever made. I watch every penny. I'm always worried about what I'm spending so I was reluctant to invest the money in coaching. But I took my volume from four million to six million... By the end of our sessions my tension level goes from a 10 to a 2 and I'm ready to tackle the world again. I can hardly wait until our next session.... If you are thinking about coaching I would definitely advise it."

- Michelle Kastor, Associate Broker Re/max Classic

“I received my broker license last year and have since started a mortgage company to complement the high standard of service that I provided on the real estate side. With Steve’s guidance, I have strategy and focus to stay on task, which is hard to do in my business. My mortgage company already has 2 agents, and we’ve surpassed our sales goals by 9 million dollars. We also have plans to expand into two other states within the next two years. Coaching has really helped me to see my path clearly, and to have the courage to move forward.”

- Brandon Sitcler, Revolution Financial

"On the very first phone conversation with Steve I knew that we were on the right track. My business was growing at the time but I needed some guidance on how to grow it properly. Steve has given me the knowledge and direction on which areas to work on and improve. Since we have started the coaching sessions my business has tripled. I would recommend Steve to anybody that is looking for outside visions into their ways of doing business."

- Ron Walraven, Re/max

“As a new Real Estate Agent I wanted to let you know how working with you as my personal coach has effected my business. I was a little hesitant about getting started in the coaching program at first. It has been over four months now. It has been a great decision.

I am much more focused on the proper activities and results now than when we first started. In general I'm more business minded and I'm beginning to look at things a lot differently. My belief of what is possible has completely changed. The income goal we first set of $10,000 per month seems very realistic. I believe my next month's earnings should already be around $15,000. This now seems like just the beginning. I can really feel the momentum. I have still been able to spend quality time with my family. As you know, this is very important to me. I'm enjoying what I am doing so much that sometimes it feels like I'm not really even working.

I believe that athletes are not the only ones that need coaches. I think all business people would benefit by coaching. I find the accountability to be very useful. It helps keep me focused on what I want to be doing.

I appreciate the time you spend with me during our sessions. I have never once felt rushed. You seem to do whatever it takes to help me. I would definitely recommend coaching in general and you personally to anyone interested in working with a business coach. Feel free to use me as a reference in the future.”

- Stacey Walker, Real Estate Agent, ABR, RE/MAX HiNet, Realtor

“My website business is achieving huge success as one of the fastest growing businesses in the area…. I know this success is directly related to the accountability from my coach, and the outside perspective helps me see things I never could for myself. Coaching has been a tremendous experience for me.”

- Steve Hillier, Sitcler Realtors

“I am in my second year of coaching with Steve Thornton. Steve has been my coach, my mentor and my friend.

I started my coaching classes, only expecting someone to help me to increase my income and to get my professional life organized, but I have received so much more. I am so organized now that I can't stand myself.

Within the last two years I have doubled and almost tripled my income. I didn't realize the potential that was inside of me, but Steve did.

I started working with a new company this year, along with some major personal problems. Steve has kept me focused so that my sells have continued to exceed beyond my dreams. Most of all he has been patient and understanding through all my personal problems. I thank God for Steve, not just for being my coach but also for being my friend.”

- Vanessa Perry, Wallen Builders

“Looking back I realize that thinking I had all the information actually held me back and prevented me from getting the help I really needed. Information alone could never give me the outside perspective and the accountability to follow through that my coach gives me. Coaching was certainly me missing link to connect the information to the action to get the results I knew I could achieve.”

- Victor Jenkins, American Dream Homes