agent broker perspective

Brokers have 2 solid options to consider when agents give notice of their intention to leave

To work in harmony, the broker can also encourage a safe space culture where differing points of view are respected

After months of virtual everything, an agent feels ready for much more face-to-face interaction. Can her broker convince her otherwise? 

Brokers should have all newly formed teams and partnerships prepare a detailed and exhaustive contingency plan for all possibilities and situations, including the eventual dissolution of the partnership

There are many common-sense strategies agents can use to separate their personal social media accounts from their business accounts

It’s normal for successful agents to plateau and get bored. Brokers should prepare a wide range of suggestions based on the weary agent’s unique personality and concerns

Broker transitions are handled best in cases where office owners are consistently present and trustworthy

Brokerages should support local charities, but if agents are asked to commit financially, they should have a say. One way to avoid problems is to have several charities agents can choose from

Brokers can help their agents by encouraging the pursuit of interesting and creative continuing education courses

Great partnerships often develop when agents have complementary skills and talents, rather than overlapping ones, even if both are highly successful

It's nice for brokerages to celebrate birthdays at monthly get-togethers, but it's important to be inclusive

It's always tempting to hire a hot agent from another company, but brokers need to be very careful when that agent competes directly with an existing top producer already in their office

Here's one way to handle this very important and personal decision

Transitions can be challenging even under the best of circumstances, but here's how to handle a situation where agents feel their opinions aren't as valued as they should be