A positive work environment is one in which commitment, performance, teamwork and, ultimately, productivity are fostered. A harmonious culture improves a company’s output, especially at brokerages.
Real estate professionals that regularly practice team-building exercises, set goals and spend time together outside of the office tend to close more sales. Here are some ways to build positive relationships with other agents that will, in turn, serve to improve your own productivity:
Team Building Exercises
As an agent, it’s in your best interest to attend any team building exercises or coaching sessions that your brokerage organizes. This serves the dual purpose of helping you learn while you’re socializing with other real estate professionals in your office. As a newer agent, another great way to make connections is to actively seek out any mentorship programs that pair you with a more experienced agent.
Set Group Goals
You don’t need to be on an actual real estate team in order to set goals with fellow agents. By setting group goals, you’re able to keep each other accountable. Whether it’s growing your CRM, doubling your referral business or implementing a marketing system, by tackling large tasks as a team, it’s much easier to keep each other on track.
Spend Time Together Outside of Work
There are many benefits, both socially and in regard to productivity, to striking up friendships with fellow co-workers. One of the easiest ways to get to know the other agents in your office is by attending any events that your brokerage organizes or by simply getting a group together to grab lunch. And don’t forget to keep discussions about work to a minimum on these sorts of outings!
Jameson Doris is RISMedia’s social media/blog editor. RISMedia is the residential real estate industry’s definitive source for news and information. Email Jameson your real estate news ideas at jdoris@rismedia.com.
