Huddle Up: How Mike Rankin Collective builds team culture
For Mike Rankin and his team, success is rooted in a commitment to collaboration, positivity and client-centric service along with a family-like team culture, Melanie Klein writes
by Melanie Klein Dec 12
5 things the NYC Marathon taught me about achieving excellence
Phil Lang was among 50,000+ who ran the New York City Marathon, finishing in 2:43, a 2-minute personal best from 7 years prior. Here's what he learned getting to the top 0.5% of finishers
by Phil Lang Nov 14
5 secrets to stress-free leadership
Opinion
There's a lot we can learn from the ancient stoics in order to have a more fulfilling life. Let these tips lead you to contentment and higher performance
by Chris Pollinger May 3
Do the holidays have to be happy? The short answer: No
Opinion
For the past few years, we've been told to look on the bright side. Especially as real estate agents, positivity often comes with the job. But can too much positivity turn toxic?
by Teresa Boardman Dec 2
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
How to beat rejection before it beats you
Dealing with rejection is never easy, but staying positive and learning from the past will benefit you in the long run. Here's how to bounce back when you've been shot down
by Santiago Arana Aug 3
What’s next for real estate? Industry veterans weigh in
To kick off Connect Now, Brad Inman invited Coldwell Banker agents Steve and Heather Ostrom to discuss the 'mega trends' of today and find out why they've stuck with their brokerage
by Lillian Dickerson Feb 18
3 ways team leaders can help agents stay connected this winter
Work from home is here to say for the foreseeable future, and as a team leader, it’s up to you to remove any communication barriers and encourage your team to find the momentum to move forward. Here are a few tips
by Mauricio Umansky Jan 4
How to lead through the ups and downs
Business, just like life, is full of ups and downs. It's your job as a leader to challenge your team members to dig deeper during the good times and push through when the going gets tough. Here's how
3 traits agents need to hone to make it in this business
Find out how to hone the skills that’ll get you to the top from veteran Realtor and team leader Jeff Quintin
by Pat Hiban Sep 30
Be a better leader: 10 tips for starting 2021 on a positive note
Opinion
Going into next year, we need to be taking steps to be better leaders with a more positive message and an attitude of growth and servitude
by Ryan Rodenbeck Sep 17
Do these 3 things to adjust your mindset for success
In order to achieve your goals, your mindset must match your aspirations, otherwise it will hold you back from being successful
by Santiago Arana Aug 27
4 rules for a more effective accountability partnership
Having an accountability partner goes a long way when it comes to setting your goals and taking proactive steps to achieve them. But in order for the relationship to work, there are a few things you need to consider
by Kathleen Black Aug 24
3 communication tips for forging stronger relationships
Good communication can make your team stronger and your clients more committed to seeking your expertise and services — which is why you have to get it right. Here's how to sharpen your communication skills
by Mauricio Umansky Aug 20
5 tips for virtually hand-holding first-time homebuyers 
These tips, adapted to your personal selling style and fine-tuned to your client, can add to the buying experience despite not being physically present
by Gerard Splendore Aug 3