The real reason so many new agents quit in 5 years
Opinion
Real estate is not for the faint of heart. Too many new agents never get a fair shot at showing what they can do given competent leadership and mentoring
by Bret Weinstein Aug 22
WATCH: Aaron Kirman on scaling, retaining a luxury real estate team
With any sized team, culture is essential to scaling and retaining team members, Aaron Kirman, Dawn McKenna and Anthony Marguleas told Katie Kossev at Inman Connect Las Vegas
by Lillian Dickerson Aug 19
Want better agent retention? Practice holistic team leadership
Conscious leadership and proven playbooks are key to helping you retain great agents and support staff once you've brought them on board
by Adam Hergenrother Aug 11
Recruiting and retention: What’s the winning formula?
Opinion
Learn the ins and outs of recruiting and retention from master of scale and Livian CEO Adam Hergenrother, who has 35 teams in 22 states
by Adam Hergenrother Jul 14
6 ways to create a must-stay culture and improve agent retention
Opinion
When agents love where they work and the people they work with, and they notice the effort you put into ensuring they have fun, it makes their decision to leave much harder
by Ian Hoover Jun 14
The broker's dilemma: 'What if I train them and they leave?'
Opinion
A solid training and development program is quite likely to improve retention, as well as attract new talent. Although you may lose someone occasionally, you’re also going to have happier, more satisfied agents working for and with you
by Jay Thompson May 25
All new Agently is the resource your agents needed before they left the business: Tech Review
Opinion
Agently has shifted from automated, NLP listing descriptions to a full-fledged, task-driven online coaching assistant for new and growing agents
by Craig C. Rowe May 13
‘True bosses’ Tami Bonnell and Bess Freedman on leading through a comeback
The Exit Realty Corp. International co-chair and Brown Harris Stevens CEO said add value, foster a great culture and take time for yourself in order to be a good leader
by Lillian Dickerson Apr 20
5 harsh realities indies will face in 2022 (and how to combat them)
Opinion
The best thing you can do is believe in your strengths as an indie broker and get rid of the perception that you cannot compete with franchise brokers
by Erica Ramus Nov 22
Courted built the Bloomberg Terminal for agent recruitment and retention: Tech Review Update
Opinion
The application uses machine learning and predictive analytics to determine a number of things about the agents in your market, and elsewhere, namely when they're looking to make a move from their current brokerage — or out of yours
by Craig C. Rowe Nov 18
Have a retention problem? Here’s what’s causing it (and how to fix it)
Opinion
By creating a culture of freedom and discipline, you will have a much higher long-term retention rate. Here are some common agent retention issues and how to fix them
by Adam Hergenrother Oct 20
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
Scared of losing talent? 3 tips for better retention
Instead of focusing on external factors and symptoms of greater problems, leaders should turn their attention to the things within their control. Here's how
by Marion Weiler Mar 15
How property management firms can avoid staff turnover
The multifamily housing industry has long faced a high turnover rate, but ramping up online trainings and recognizing employee achievements could significantly help, according to a recent survey
Put 'thank you' in action! 4 ways to show agents your gratitude
Try adjusting it to show appreciation more often, and see what a difference it makes in your office and your agents' happiness
by Erica Ramus Feb 4