3 moments that shaped the career of industry leader Sherry Chris
Realogy Expansion Brands CEO Sherry Chris shares what sparked her love of real estate and how COVID impacted her view on the industry and life
by Marian McPherson Aug 31
What's next? 3 ways to develop your leadership skills
After learning all the technical skills needed for the job, leadership and hard work are essential to success in this industry. These tips will help new (and seasoned) agents become natural leaders
by Mauricio Umansky Aug 5
Pick up the phone! Top team leaders on making it in a hot market today
Renee Funk, Lance Lokan and Kris Lindahl said during Connect Now that teams should build themselves from within and keep in touch with their communities to stay afloat
by Lillian Dickerson Jul 20
Executive assistant or operations manager: Is it the right fit?
Just starting out on a real estate team as an executive assistant or operations manager? Here’s what you should know
Time is money! A guide to hosting productive real estate meetings
Effective meeting leadership means having a purpose, sticking to your agenda and never wasting anyone's time
by Chris Pollinger Jul 1
'Fire yourself': KW expansion team leader on personal growth
Find out why Adam Hergenrother, a Keller Williams expansion team leader with 35 teams in 22 states, thinks getting out of your own way is the key to growth
by Christy Murdock Jun 21
7 critical skills team leaders need right now
Opinion
Among the myriad of leadership skills leaders need to hone, seven stand out as being critical for success. Team leaders who develop these traits will be rewarded with game-changing results
by Chris Pollinger Jun 17
Why 'do what you love, outsource the rest' is bad advice
Opinion
While hiring staff to take on tasks you’re not best at is a common way of growing a team, it can be incredibly costly to hire out a task you haven't mastered yet. Here’s what you should consider before opting to 'hire it out'
by Jeff Glover Jun 14
Tackling agent retention? 4 strategies for a stronger firm
You can’t predict when your agents will decide their time with your brokerage is done, but while they’re with you, you can work to support them. Here are a few effective ways to prioritize retention
by Larry Alton Jun 10
Teaming up? You'll need these leadership traits
Opinion
Creating a team is about more than lead gen and tech upgrades. The best systems in the world won't motivate your team or delight your clients if you’re not a good leader
Bringing balance to your team in 3 easy steps
Whether you're a team leader or a top producing agent, the way you sustain your energy is vital to your success. It's essential to define your priorities, find your balance and avoid spreading yourself too thin
by Adam Hergenrother May 13
Make the most of your time! 5 secrets of the uber-productive
What are the habits of highly productive real estate professionals — those who always outperform everyone else? Here are a few basic hacks the uber-productive understand and use in their day-to-day life
by Chris Pollinger May 13
A top ERA broker shares his basics for recruiting and training
ERA Sunrise Realty broker David Moody shares why grit, perseverance and committing to 'doing things the right way' are the keys to creating a solid agent lineup
by Marian McPherson Apr 29
3 situations where agents let their egos get in the way
Achieving a certain level of success sometimes leads to an overinflated ego. However, more often than not, that sense of self-importance can get in the way of an agent's performance. Here are a few reasons and situations where ego hinders success
by Kathleen Black Apr 22
Having a tough time? 5 tips for conditioning yourself to push through
Opinion
Build a foundation now for daily strength and continued growth, and when the tough times hit, you'll be ready