How to build a loyal, motivated team

To build a cohesive team, you need to carefully select its members, support each other, create incentives and celebrate the wins. Here’s how David Parnes and James Harris make it happen at The Agency. Continue reading

How to keep team members motivated

From the part-timers to the full-time agents with millions of dollars in volume each month, how do dedicated team leaders motivate agents of all levels? It’s a mix of financial benefits as well as intrinsic currency. My sales team cultivates positivity… Continue reading

How to create a culture that inspires agent retention

Across industries, employees seek out receptive, engaging and adaptive work environments. But what is the secret sauce for hiring and keeping talent? How can you create, develop and sustain the culture needed to entice and retain top performers? Continue reading

Want to ensure success shows up? Look for these 4 things.

A Work In Progress. Aren’t we all? Well, those of us who want to achieve at high levels are, and I’ve learned over the years that we’re actually a small community. Most people will tell you they want to be great and achieve at high levels, but as my me… Continue reading

Failing forward: 6 tips for fostering a stronger team

Spyglass Realty owner and team leader Ryan Rodenbeck was sent reeling when his top producer quit. Less than two years after that wake-up call, the team won a citywide best workplace award. Here, Rodenbeck shares what he learned and how it enabled him t… Continue reading

Hiring? 10 tips for finding (and fostering) the best recruits

If a brokerage’s failure or success lies in hiring the right agents, what steps should it take to ensure its hiring the right people? Here are a few proactive steps you can take to hire the best possible candidates. Continue reading

What is company culture? An indie broker-owner gives his 2 cents

Regardless of what type of brokerage you belong to, culture makes a big difference in how a business operates. In fact, a company’s culture can make or break its success. How do you find a culture that’s right for you? Regular Inman contributor and ind… Continue reading