Get connected: 25 whole-life communication strategies for agents
Communication starts with your own self-talk and radiates outward from there. Check out this guide to effective communication with everyone you know
by Christy Murdock Jun 29
So you want to be a mentor? Read this first
If you’re thinking about becoming a mentor, you should have a solid picture of what you’re getting yourself into before committing to working with a new agent. That agent's career depends on your leadership
by John Giffen Jun 28
What should agents post? 5 social media guidelines for 2020
A lot of agents are questioning what’s appropriate to post on social media amid the pandemic and the current protests on racial injustice. Here are a few guidelines on what to post (and what not to)
by Katie Lance Jun 27
Not like all the rest? 5 lesser known CRMs that should be on your radar
Opinion
Rich in innovation, the CRM segment of tech is popular, but there is no one-size-fits-all solution. These products might not be top-of-mind, but they are worth checking out
by Craig C. Rowe Jun 26
Smart home tech for agents: How to curate a smart bathroom
For those who want to improve the bathroom experience, there's a host of options available — from heated toilet seats to voice-activated mirrors that can read you news and give weather updates
by Brandon Doyle Jun 26
Why MLSs should treat rentals the same as for-sale listings
There has never been a better time — or a greater need — to make rentals a mandatory property class. More data on the MLS, especially during a pandemic, serves the MLS and the brokers, agents and consumers who depend on it
by Cameron Paine Jun 26
The Real Word: How divorced couples should approach finding an agent
More this week: a discussion on the pros and cons of using gamification to boost agents' productivity, and Real Trends, which adjusted its ranking system this year
by Byron Lazine Jun 26
Want a 95% retention rate? Here’s how this 180-agent team does it
Higher retention means a more cohesive culture and more highly trained and seasoned agents serving your clients
by Adam Hergenrother Jun 25
5 tips for building a strong team that'll last
Opinion
To ensure you hire the right people and keep them, heed these tips
Why now is the time to implement a structured sales process
An unexpected change in the world shouldn't turn your business upside down. Here's how staying organized and having a structured sales process can help push your business forward, especially right now
by Kathleen Black Jun 25
3 ways to make this summer a productive one
Summer might look a little different this year, but that doesn't mean teams shouldn't ready themselves for high volumes of business. Here's how to stay productive this season, while making sure to carve out some time for rest and relaxation
by Mauricio Umansky Jun 25
12 action items for finishing the year strong post-lockdown
Although we're about to ease into a summer of uncertainty, agents still have an opportunity to take advantage of the months ahead and rev up their business — and they can start by tackling these 12 strategies
by Jeff Glover Jun 25
Keeping It Real: Never, never give into fear
Opinion
The antidote to fear is gratitude. The antidote to fear is service
by Peter Lorimer Jun 25
4 tips for helping your business thrive through tough times
Entrepreneurs and industry leaders give their take on what real estate agents should be doing now to thrive through these tough times
by Pat Hiban Jun 24
Stop letting strangers into your listings! A call to end open houses
Opinion
The attack on Keller Williams agent Lenora Farrington is yet another poignant reminder of why we as an industry need to stop holding open houses immediately
by Jay Thompson Jun 24
7 strategies for making peace with an angry client
What do you do in the face of a client meltdown? Find out how to develop a strategy for defusing disputes in a positive way
by Bernice Ross Jun 24