Blog entries tagged with "recruiting":


recruiting: Real Living who??? Are you a Magazine?? I haven't ever heard of Real Living..... - 07/24/08 10:29 PM
I wish I had a dime for everytime I've heard those words!
When I started a Real Living franchise in Austin Texas, no one had ever heard of Real Living and times are  a'changing.  I have spent the better part of a year and a half getting our name into the … (2 comments)

recruiting: Scary Company Names - 07/23/08 01:49 PM
I'm sure everyone gets occasional recruiting emails or letters asking to go in for your confidential interview. I recently received one myself and was interested in what people thought of the company name. So not to offend anyone who might work for this company, I'll change it slightly but you'll get … (3 comments)

recruiting: Recruiting Notes from Broker A: Responses, Reality and ability to remain focused. - 07/23/08 01:27 AM
Two very special people took some time last weekend to reply to me/post a comment re my blog on recruit/retain.  I read, then read again  their responses.  Tonight I'd like to talk about the response I rec'd from Agent Karen in PA.
 
I asked 'what do you say?' and Karen … (0 comments)

recruiting: Real Estate Recruiting in a 2.0 World - 07/22/08 11:01 PM

I recently got a promotion that started on Twitter. Most of you who know me, know I am still fairly new on the sales side of the business (my background is in real estate appraisal). In fact, on June 4th, 2008 I wasn't even one full year into the business … (2 comments)

recruiting: Wachovia is shutting down there wholesale!!!!! What's next for W? - 07/21/08 10:20 PM
Wachovia says that July 25th....THEY'RE DONE.  They're not done with retail, but they say that they are done with the wholesale.  I know that their RETAIL reps have been out looking at other opportunities for a while.  I wasn't aware that the WHOLESALE REPS are now out at as well.  In … (9 comments)

recruiting: Recruiting notes from Broker A: why do we recruit? retain...recruit, retain...OR?? - 07/18/08 09:19 PM
 
This morning I had a VERY productive monthly conference call with my Florida team.  I was reminded again, today, the entire reason for recruiting: to find the right people (partners!) and, why once you find them, it's SOOO important to RETAIN them!!!!
I'm so proud of my team and blessed … (2 comments)

recruiting: Jealousy and Anger....the sheer way to implode your business. - 07/16/08 05:50 PM
I have a lot of great competitors in my area.  My area that I recruit for is Minnesota, Wisconsin and Illinois.  Most of my competitors THAT I KNOW are fun, honest and hard working.  There are still little rivalries between our companies, but nothing much pointing myself against them or vice … (7 comments)

recruiting: ActiveRain Pays Off Yet Again! Welcome a new member of our team who found me here! - 07/09/08 05:25 PM
I wrote a post a couple of weeks ago about how being a member of ActiveRain had helped with my recruiting efforts as a broker:
How ActiveRain Has Helped with My Recruiting Efforts as a Broker 
Last week, fellow AR member and newbie Christi Baylor joined our team.  She found me … (41 comments)

recruiting: Weichert, Realtors® Unum Properties is looking for agents - 07/05/08 06:39 PM
Weichert, Realtors® Unum Properties is Kenosha's fastest growing real estate company.
 
Over the past year we have doubled in agents AND our volume is up over last year in a down market.
At a time in the real estate industry when many agents are asking questions, we are providing answers!
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recruiting: SECURED FUTURES: Is Now a Good Time to Become a Real Estate Agent? - 07/03/08 04:53 PM
I hear many real estate agents speaking negatively about the current real estate market. I also see people coming into the business. Is it feasible for a brand new person to start a real estate career, right now?
If someone you know and care very much about came to you asking your … (2 comments)

recruiting: Transparency – What Do You See? - 06/26/08 11:38 AM
Transparency is critical today in our relationships.  Broker-Agent, Agent-Consumer, Broker-Consumer and Broker-Franchisor. 
Here is why...
Women make 89% of the purchasing decisions in real estate and comprise the majority of our agent populations.  Women are also excellent BS detectors and transparency is essential for building trust and a working relationship.
Fake … (3 comments)

recruiting: 6 Steps to Effective Hiring - 06/24/08 12:22 PM
1.  Network - tap into your sphere of influence.  Facebook, Linked-In, Active Rain, and other social networking outlets are easy to use, free and will likely help you find the best candidate.  I interviewed a woman from a competing brokerage last month who I met on Active Rain.  Personally, I dislike … (5 comments)

recruiting: Recruiting Experienced Agents in the Current Real Estate Market - 06/23/08 01:43 PM
Are you aware of the fact that most brokerages today are recruiting 70% experienced compared to only 30% new agents?  Why is this happening?  What do we need to know about the needs and skill sets of newer "seasoned" agents that have only been in the business for the past two … (2 comments)

recruiting: How ActiveRain Has Helped with My Recruiting Efforts as a Broker - 06/23/08 11:57 AM




I am the broker and owner of Austin Texas Homes, LLC.  We currently have about 14 agents licensed with our company, and I have hired a few additional agents recently that are due to start this month and next month.  One of these new agents with our … (34 comments)

recruiting: Integrity Realty Group is looking 5 agents to join our unique company!!!! 410-838-1266 ext. 101 call today!!! - 06/18/08 09:47 AM

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recruiting: The Container Store and Real Estate Teams / Companies - 06/17/08 01:59 AM
Lately I have had the opportunity to do a lot of flying around the country visiting the teams and offices that we have in different states.  Last week I had been in Phoenix for a week and flying back on Southwest Airlines I picked up their branded magazine in the seat … (0 comments)

recruiting: Hiring Talent with Bad Credit - Would You Do It? - 06/16/08 10:51 AM
Hiring Talent with Bad Credit - Would You Do It?by Lisa Wells
With the economy, foreclosures, lay-offs and consumer credit issues what they are today, the sad truth is many talented people now have bad credit, and are looking for a job.  Unfortunately their job hunt is even more difficult if … (20 comments)

recruiting: 100% Commission For 2008! - 06/16/08 09:40 AM
JCKC Realty wants to help other agents thrive in this not so hot market.  We are now offering 100% commission to licensed professionals from now until the end of 2008!  All of our packages include signs, business cards and post cards to send out to your past clients letting them know … (0 comments)

recruiting: 3 Must On-Boarding "do's" For All Managers and Owners - 06/12/08 09:52 AM
When a new or trasferring agent come onboard with your firm, the first week is crucial.  It is during the first days with your firm that a manager/owner has the opportunity to indoctrinate agents into company systems.  It is also the time agents will form lasting opinions and habits (good and bad) with your … (0 comments)

recruiting: Are you coachable? - 06/12/08 08:23 AM
Saturday, June 14th 1:00 to 4:00 P.M.Let's face it, the company can give the Money Merge Account for free and people will still complain about something.  Why because they are not properly trained "We are no longer ORDER takers."  Where there is No Training No Mentoring No Coaching there's a high level of … (2 comments)

recruiting: Exit Realty- Over 47k Agents and Growing!!! EXCELLENT BENEFITS! ACTIVELY RECRUITING - 06/11/08 10:36 PM
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ALL AGENTS MUST BE SPONSORED INTO EXIT
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recruiting: Real Estate Agent Recruiting in the Current Market - 06/09/08 10:05 AM
Just like everything else in the real estate profession recruiting is undergoing substantial changes.  In this market the bottom line is more sensitive and vulnerable than ever before.  We cannot afford the hiring mistakes of the past by continuing to recruit only using the philosophy that "it's a numbers game"!
Liz … (3 comments)

recruiting: The Svectionary - 06/06/08 03:49 PM
I and our internal team often invent and use so many words and phrases that I thought I'd create a "Svectionary" blog.  Here goes...
Scientist (noun) - One who can and does consistently share useful and intelligent knowledge with the Active Rain community.  One who can open the eyes of the … (7 comments)

recruiting: Looking for Great Agents to JOIN OUR TEAM! - 06/02/08 08:00 PM
Our company philosophy is: "Agents are the talents. Agents are the bosses. We are dedicated to providing superior service, training and care to our TEAM members, so that our Agent Team can in turn provide over-the-top customer service to the clients."
Since we believe our Agents make the company, our Agents makes 100% … (0 comments)

recruiting: Clients and The Golden Rule... - 06/02/08 10:53 AM
 

WHO IS YOUR CLIENT? My definition is this ... Your client is someone that you have taken time to work with them on assessing their needs and establishing a relationship with. In other words, you are following up every few weeks; you are responding immediately and giving her the kind … (2 comments)

recruiting: Kermit Was Wrong - 05/29/08 07:44 AM
"It's not easy being green..."
I think Kermit may have missed it.  It seems that it IS easy being green, and it's profitable too, so I hear.  NAR has focused on green housing boom, and many brokerages (and agents) are pursuing the Eco-Broker designation. 
More and more agents are utilizing the … (5 comments)

recruiting: Three Reasons To Change - 05/28/08 08:35 AM
We receive the question from franchise prospects, "the market is struggling, why should I franchise now vs. waiting for it to improve?"  The reality is that today's market is prime for someone to re-brand or open a franchise office. 
When times are tough, agents get antsy and begin to scrutinize the … (7 comments)

recruiting: New Real Estate Recruiting Blog - 05/27/08 10:25 PM
There is a new real estate recruiting blog worth spending some time on . . . or even linking to.  Liz Boone is a Senior Account Executive for AlignMark and works with the Real Estate Simulator as well as the iNTELAGENT database product.  Liz brings valuable experience and recruiting insight into … (3 comments)

recruiting: Career Worth Having at Keller Williams - 05/19/08 04:37 PM
I am the Team Leader/CEO of the Greensboro Keller Williams.  I have the awesome job of recruiting agents that want to work for the fastest growing, most up to date real estate company in the US and Canada.
What makes us so good, so different?
1. Great Culture where we promote a win/win philosophy
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recruiting: Are You Using Your Relocation Department to Recruit? - 05/16/08 02:50 PM
Strategies and solutions from industry icon and our friend, Carol Johnson of Recruitingpipeline.com. 
The relocation process provides many opportunities to establish the value of your firm to the agent community as well as corporate and relocation clients. Not only is your relocation department interacting with the top producers in your own … (0 comments)

recruiting: You never get the chance for a ground floor opportunity like this! - 05/14/08 08:59 AM
Become part of one of the fastest growing real estate companies in the country.
Why buy an AmState franchise? In 2007, we brought forth a unique and well-designed real estate business model. AmState offers the opportunity to be part of a fast-growing professional business system with unlimited potential. We are very … (2 comments)

recruiting: Steve Friedman - Video - Momentum 08 - 05/09/08 01:27 PM
This is an interview with Steve Friedman. Steve hosted a 3 hour break-out session for recruiting today at Momentum. In this interview, Steve discusses the session, and thoughts about Real Living. He's been working with us for about 5 months and we're starting to see results at all levels of our … (1 comments)

recruiting: Catch'n Up With A-Mag - #2 - 05/09/08 12:57 PM
This is video interview #2 with our Chicago friend A-Mag aka Andrew Magliochetti. He is joined by one of his managers and top agents, Jim Buczynski. Jim's volume has increased exponentially in 2007 vs. 2006 - in a "down" market. Jim discusses the what to do to improve and how he … (0 comments)

recruiting: Steve Friedman - Recruit, Recruit, Recruit - 05/09/08 11:52 AM
The highlight of the morning sessions was Steve Friedman.  He dropped knowledge on how to recruit and manage offices effectively.  He challenged conventional thought and encouraged the room full of owners, and managers to view recruiting differently.  He discussed everything from prospecting to on-boarding/coaching/business planning. 
Additionally, Steve stressed the importance of … (3 comments)

recruiting: ProspectsPLUS! Announces Free New Webinars for May & June - 05/08/08 03:46 PM
Industry leader, ProspectsPLUS! offers new Webinars through June for both agents and brokers. 
"Offering diverse and timely training has become such an integral part of what we do here at ProspectsPLUS!," shared Director of Corporate Marketing, Julie Escobar. "Our customers have found both the live Webinars as well as our On-Demand … (0 comments)

recruiting: Dominate a Market - 05/07/08 10:40 AM
Of late, my team's been researching several markets to learn who is taking listings and where.  The findings have been interesting.  The staggering blow for me is that typically, in any given market there are several agents sharing 1%-2% of the listings in a market.  The markets are extremely fragmented and nobody is … (4 comments)

recruiting: Listing Book Training on Friday! - 05/07/08 10:33 AM
This Friday's meeting will be held at 10:30 A.M. at Edison College in Ft. Myers. We are having  a very special speaker JJ Jones from Listing Book. The service they provide is wonderful for you and your clients. It allows clients to adjust their search and find things for themselves. This system … (0 comments)

recruiting: GRAND OPENINGS - 05/06/08 09:26 AM
There's nothing like a party to kick off a Grand Opening.
Casa Latino San Pedro opened its doors to the public yesterday. In conjunction with Cinco De Mayo, we served fresh tacos and cold drinks and had music and traditional dancing (by Louise Kawamoto of Keller Williams)and balloons for the kids.
Aside from … (2 comments)

recruiting: Had a bad day? Wachovia is having a bad month! - 04/29/08 09:36 PM
On April 14 the bank announced it had lost $350 million or $0.20 per share during the first quarter of 2008. The losses, which were much higher than had been expected, were due primarily, or course, to problems in the mortgage markets.  T
hen this past Friday Wachovia got hit with a … (7 comments)

recruiting: Free Short Sale Seminar in Ft. Myers Florida on May 1st! - 04/29/08 10:35 AM
Free Short Sale Seminar in Ft. Myers Florida on May 1st! (edit/delete)
AmState is holding a Free Short Sale Seminar on Thursday May 1st at Edison College in Ft. Myers Florida. The seminar starts promptly at 10am and goes till 5pm. You will recieve tons of great information including a 60 … (0 comments)

recruiting: Free Short Sale Seminar in Ft. Myers Florida on May 1st! - 04/29/08 08:28 AM


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recruiting: Keep the Great News Coming! - 04/24/08 09:23 AM
I have read several blog posts this morning. All of them have a noticeable change in attitude. I read things like "Great News", " Market is up", "Buyers are back". We have seen a noticable increase in traffic, phone calls, closings. The market here in SW Florida is getting better. Prices … (6 comments)

recruiting: Guess Who Is Merging.... - 04/23/08 09:04 AM
We hear this question more and more today in the gossip pool that is our real estate offices. 
We witness companies merging together weekly.  In most cases I liken it to owners jumping out of a life raft and attaching themselves to yet another sinking ship.  More agents do not always … (0 comments)

recruiting: Free Short Sale Seminar in Ft. Myers Florida on May 1st! - 04/23/08 08:59 AM
AmState is holding a Free Short Sale Seminar on Thursday May 1st at Edison College in Ft. Myers Florida. The seminar starts promptly at 10am and goes till 5pm. You will recieve tons of great information including a 60 page workbook. If you are having problems with a particular short sale … (0 comments)

recruiting: Agent Training Friday in Cape Coral! - 04/22/08 04:00 PM
This weeks training is going to be "Tips and Tricks-Keeping your contracts together" with a focus on buyers. This training will be presented by Liz Berger of the Berger Real Estate Group. It will be held at the Advantage Builders Model Home at 3007 Chiquita Blvd. Cape Coral FL 33914. It … (1 comments)

recruiting: Would You Hire a Branch Manager Without a Resume? - 04/17/08 04:18 PM
Yesterday, I received an email, from... let's just say a branch manager of a competitor in one of our market areas. Rather than repost that email, I'll just summarize it for you.
I send out general recruiting mailings quarterly, to newer prospects that are not on one of my recruiting action plans, similar to how agents farm … (9 comments)

recruiting: Who Is Growing In Chicago? - 04/16/08 09:42 PM
Today I'm in Chicago sitting in my hotel room after a full day of working with our President, Kaira Rouda speaking at industry events. 
First, the Women's Council of Realtors hosted a luncheon this afternoon in the River North neighborhood of Chicago.  The topic was Personal Branding and the attendance was … (9 comments)

recruiting: Agent involvement in recruiting - 04/12/08 10:26 AM
While certainly nothing I say here is new news, I hope that it simply serves as a reminder to us all that one of our greatest recruiting tools is our own agents.
Top of mind consciousness is certainly key with this (just as it is with most things).  In overt and subtle … (10 comments)

recruiting: Working with Brio Realty - 04/04/08 10:56 PM
Hi Folks! Here's a look at the serious side of Brio, featuring an interview with Jeremy Keener, Brio's 2007 Agent of the Year, telling it like it is. Thank you, Jeremy, for being my Guinea Pig in my trial and error with my new Flip camera, and for your mercy to … (8 comments)

recruiting: Early Bird Discount Extended – Recession Proof Your Business - 04/04/08 12:15 PM
 
 
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recruiting: Teamwork means Everyone Wins! - 04/01/08 08:35 AM
Today I am going to talk about leverage. This isn't a new concept in business. Businesses leverage their assets all the time in order to increase productivity and income.  A most important asset in the real estate industry is the human resource asset.  Every individual has strengths and expertise that can … (0 comments)

recruiting: How to Motivate in a Melting Market - 03/31/08 03:29 PM
Broker strategies for creating momentum in a changing economy     
With a constant barrage of negative news and tough market conditions in many parts of the country, brokers and managers are seeking new ways to motivate their associates.
How do you get independent contractors out of the negative fog, or worse, a state … (2 comments)

recruiting: 9 Recruiting tips to consider - 03/29/08 10:16 AM
Here a are a few recruiting tips.  If you're looking to recruit another Realtor or anyone from another profession to team up with you or utilize as part of your service team, consider these tips.
Tips:
1. Establish professional friendships before you recruit (networking groups etc...)
2. Keep your friends posted on the … (23 comments)

recruiting: Recruiting Network Conference - April 16-18 - Scottsdale, AZ - 03/28/08 11:57 AM
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recruiting: Being recruited by another industry recruiter - 03/28/08 09:56 AM
OK you get calls from recruiters in the Real Estate field.  How do you feel about getting calls from people outside the Real Estate field?  Occasionally I get calls from people trying to get me to leave the profession I'm in to do their deal.  I'm just imagining that Realtors get … (12 comments)

recruiting: What's age got to do with it??? - 03/27/08 02:17 PM
I have a baby face. I am quite happy with my baby face, and as I watch old Fraternity buddies, and high school friends put on weight, and start to represent that we are quickly approaching our 30's, I become more and more pleased with the aforementioned babyface. I can get … (6 comments)

recruiting: Looking For A Few Good Agents - 03/26/08 10:14 AM
I'm taking a survey!  We're looking for a few (just a few mind you) good agents.  We are a small boutique firm and would like to keep it that way. 
As the sales manager (and trainer), I prefer to work with a limited number of agents who can take an idea … (1 comments)

recruiting: What If The Recruiters Stopped Calling? - 03/25/08 08:45 PM
What would you think if the recruiters in you market area stopped calling you? What if they set up other systems to reach you, such as emails, letters, and postcards, but never made the follow up calls? Would you just think that company lost interest in you, or would you just … (15 comments)

recruiting: No Mention of Convention -- Share Your Notes, Ideas and Aha's - 03/25/08 06:40 PM
I just returned from sunny San Diego last weekend after a great week at the RE Convention--AWESOME!
This is my first convention after being with a large 100% 'recruiting' company and I was really impressed with the level of speakers, breakouts and executives I met.  One of my biggest aha's was how … (7 comments)

recruiting: Recruiting is Like the Weather, Everyone Talks About It, but Only the Bold Take Action to Change - 03/21/08 03:07 PM
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recruiting: Revitalize your Recruiting Program in 3 Power Packed Days! - 03/21/08 03:06 PM
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recruiting: If Your Recruiting Leads Aren't Hitting Your Blackberry. You're in a Jam! - 03/21/08 03:04 PM
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recruiting: What has your Broker Done for you Lately? - 03/20/08 10:07 PM
Advance Realty is one of the fastest growing franchise operations in the country and has made it to the Forbes top 500 power broker list.  Advance Realty is actively seeking new and experienced agents to join their offices.  We have offices in 8 locations in Maryland, 2 offices in Pennsylvania, Florida, … (3 comments)

recruiting: Agent site - 03/19/08 09:48 PM
EXIT INNOVATION Realty Implements Overture
MINNEAPOLIS (September 6, 2007) - Employee Continuum, providers of software and job branding services that help companies attract, qualify and retain top sales talent, today announced that EXIT INNOVATION Realty has gone live with Employee Continuum's Overture solution for the attraction and qualification of real estate agents … (0 comments)

recruiting: Should I upgrade Top Producer 8i if I am a MAPS Recruit Tech Coaching Client? - 03/18/08 01:06 PM
I'm getting emails from Top Producer that say I am able to move to the new 8i program.  What should I do?
Top Producer systems have been working on a whole new interface for Top Producer and have recently unveiled it and made it available.
If you choose to use 8i, you … (4 comments)

recruiting: Career Night White Paper - Your Input Requested - 03/17/08 11:00 AM
Hi everyone, Liz Boone and I are currently working on a white paper pertaining to the effectiveness of career nights in real estate.  We would love to get some anecdotes (good & bad) on revolutionary techniques and activities you are using to increase the effectiveness of career nights.  If you don't think … (4 comments)

recruiting: Recruiting New and Seasoned Agents - 03/12/08 04:02 PM
I am looking for new and seasoned agents to join the Century 21 Alliance Moorestown Office. Century 21 Alliance is the #1 Century 21 Company in the State of New Jersey in Closed Volume and Sales!
BELOW ARE EIGHT REASONS TO JOIN THE CENTURY 21 ALLIANCE SALES TEAM:
REASON#1
WE ARE NUMBER ONE
Century 21 Alliance … (1 comments)

recruiting: How to recruit good agents - 03/04/08 08:13 PM
Since I started my own brokerage, I have been actively recruiting real estate agents, both new and experienced. What I find supprising is a lot of agents would rather be with the big boys: Prudential, CB, etc. and have big chunks of their commission taken away. I mean I offer them … (5 comments)

recruiting: What has your Broker done for you lately? - 03/03/08 10:04 PM
Our office is heavily involved in recruiting right now and one of the biggest objection I have heard lately is our commission splits.  Our splits, I think, are quite high and a new agent can expect to start at a 70/30 split after completing a short mentoring and training period.  We … (2 comments)

recruiting: How important are you to your brokerage? - 03/03/08 07:24 PM
How important are you to your brokerage? Does the brokerage get incoming telephone calls from potential buyers requesting information about your listing (other than setting showings, this is how many brokerages operate)? Are you losing calls because they are coming to someone who doesn't know about (or could care less about) … (8 comments)

recruiting: Olde Towne Recruiting Event - 03/01/08 08:27 PM
an Olde Fashioned Home Towne Evening with Home Towne Real Estate 2/21/2008 - Prince Frederick, MD - Home Towne Real Estate was pleased to welcome over 100 local area Realtors to its recruiting event entitled "An Olde Fashioned Evening with Home Towne Real Estate". Following a cocktail hour, during which dinner and … (3 comments)

recruiting: New and Experienced Agents Wanted - 02/25/08 10:43 PM
Do you live in the Greater Baltimore/Greater Capital area in Maryland?  Are you a licensed Realtor?  Are you thinking about getting out of the business because you can't get enough floor duty, you can't get enough leads, you can't get enough buyers, you don't have any listings to have open houses … (0 comments)

recruiting: Avenues of Forsyth County-Our New Office - 02/23/08 09:45 AM
WOW  WOW  WOW
 We had the pleasure of walking around the new Avenues of Forsyth property on 141 at 400 north the other day, or shall we say HIKING around the property-not all of the pavement is complete and it is still hard hat city! 
Realty Executives of Atlanta's newest office WILL … (2 comments)

recruiting: I Didn't Expect This - 02/22/08 10:35 AM
I'm now in my second year of working Real Estate.  I'm not a rookie anymore, but I still feel like I've got a LOT to learn some-days!
Last year I did a deal with an associate from another large company.  As is typical, we got to be friends as we negotiated the … (46 comments)

recruiting: Give me 5 min. of your time - It could change your life - 02/18/08 09:58 PM
Hey guys, take a second to read this e-mail and watch the videos.  Let me know if you have any agents/friends I can contact - feel free to forward and let me know who you sent it to so that I can follow up.
     I've spoken to several agents that are … (0 comments)

recruiting: The Processes of Sales Management - 02/11/08 10:32 PM
Post From The SalesAttitude.com Blog:  Written by William Woodard · Filed Under Sales Managers
Managers do have a tough job with what seems like unlimited responsibilities.  They are sales people, managers, marketing experts and more.  How can you manage all these responsibilities and keep some sanity?  I found that creating a simple … (0 comments)

recruiting: Now Hiring New and Experienced Agents - 02/11/08 09:52 AM
Advance Realty Anne Arundel is one of 9 offices located in Maryland around the Baltimore beltway.  Each Advance office is individually owned and operated and differs in the level of service it provides to it's agents and the benefits that it offers its agents. 
Advance Realty Anne Arundel is conveniently located … (0 comments)

recruiting: Recruit, Recruit, Recruit, Retain and Hire - 02/06/08 05:27 PM
Today was one of those days at the office where I just got a ton of stuff done.  The weather outside was full of rain, sleet and snow.  Thus causing the office today to be some what of a morgue. I closed the door in my office and went on a recruiting frenzy.
 Before … (0 comments)

recruiting: Successful sales people must adjust to the market - 01/31/08 07:47 PM
Post From TheSalesAttitude.com Blog:  Written by William Woodard · Filed Under Sales Managers
I remember a story I heard from Myers Barnes at one of his training events where he spoke of Albert Einstein; the story was about the answers changing in our market and it went something like this: 
Albert Einstein gave an … (0 comments)

recruiting: National Recruiting Conference Focuses on Reinvention - 01/31/08 02:44 PM
Schaumburg, IL, January 28, 2008:  Carol Johnson and Recruiting Network bring what many industry leaders consider the most intuitive event they attend all year to the FireSky Resort & Spa April 16 - 18, 2008 in Scottsdale, Arizona.  Reinvention is the theme of this year's conference, which features a powerful program … (1 comments)

recruiting: Recruiting Top Talent - 01/29/08 09:21 PM
Post from The SalesAttitude.com Blog:  Written by William Woodard · Filed Under Sales Managers 
Now is the best time to capture new sales talent!  This is the time of year where sales and management professionals start to look for new opportunity.  To capture these folks, you need to step up your recruiting … (0 comments)

recruiting: WEICHERT GETS X-TREME! - 01/29/08 06:17 AM
ARE YOU X-TREME Weichert?
New accountability business development program models format used in company-owned offices.
Weichert Real Estate Affiliates (WREA), the franchising arm of NJ based Weichert, Realtors®, has launched a massive business development program to significantly boost recruiting and Open House activity throughout the organization's national footprint. The first of its … (4 comments)

recruiting: Building a Strong Sales Team - 01/27/08 10:04 AM

The job of a Sales Manager is so much more than just crunching number and building a sales plan.  You must lead by getting out in the field and training your sales people.  The Monday or Friday sales meeting/training secession is not enough build a strong sales team.  I once read a … (3 comments)

recruiting: LO's: Leverage Yourself in a Tight Market - 01/25/08 12:19 AM
Learn the Secret of Creating MASSIVE Amounts of Business without Changing Anything YOU Currently Do.
From the desk of Brent Worley...
Lets face it...times are tight.  Yes, there is business out there, but the time to sort through the junk to find workable loans is increasing, which decreases the amount of time you … (0 comments)

recruiting: Recruiting Ideas for Your Downline - Grow Keller Williams in Style - 01/17/08 01:36 PM
Because Keller Williams is a Profit Sharing Company, we have the opportunity to grow our DOWNLINE and create residual INCOME... So, let's do it!
My goal is to get 5 agents in my downline by the end of 2008. 
What's your goal?  How are you doing in your strides for recruiting? 
Do … (6 comments)

recruiting: Cherry Creek Grows Again in 2007 - 01/11/08 10:43 AM
Not by much at all, but not many companies in North America can say that they actually grew in 2007.  We did!  Our profits were fine and our fundings grew.  But most importantly we grew significant market share nationally.  While other companies closed their doors, merged or just struggled to stay … (0 comments)

recruiting: RECRUITING AGENTS.....1-3 MILLION $$ PRODUCERS - 01/09/08 12:09 PM
This is one of the most fun and exciting programs out there for several different reasons. The number one reason being is that an agent at this level of production is much more likely to move to another office than one who is doing 10-15 million dollars. The bigger the producer … (3 comments)

recruiting: RECRUITING AGENTS.....1-3 MILLION $$ PRODUCERS - 01/07/08 09:22 PM
This is one of the most fun and exciting programs out there for several different reasons. The number one reason being is that an agent at this level of production is much more likely to move to another office than one who is doing 10-15 million dollars. The bigger the producer … (1 comments)

recruiting: Introduction - 01/07/08 01:17 PM
Hello fellow bloggers! I am Kelly Cockerham, Director of Recruiting, for RE/MAX Realty Unlimited in Brandon, FL. We have a phenomenal office and I am looking for GREAT agents and teams to join us. Please call or email me any time if you are ready to be GREAT IN 2008! … (12 comments)

recruiting: Using Technology in Our Business - 12/31/07 12:56 PM
I noticed the other day that an Intel case study on 1-800-GOT-JUNK? is on YouTube now.  It takes a little time (4 minutes) and is a couple years old, but it is sort of fun because it shows the old "Junktion" (1-800-GOT-JUNK? headquarters), the call center, and CEO/Founder Brian Scudamore.  
One … (1 comments)

recruiting: Recruiting for Results in a Shifting Market - 12/18/07 08:51 AM
Industry expert Carol Johnson shares valuable recruiting and retention insights for today's management professionals.
Third in a series of Q&A articles focusing on current tough-market challenges.
By Julie Escobar
Our current economy and market shifts present challenges as well as opportunities to brokers and managers across North America. As part of our ProspectsPLUS! … (1 comments)

recruiting: Peer Education- What You Give Is What You Get - 12/14/07 04:06 PM
I value all types of training, on-line, classroom instruction, and personal self help. My favorite type is peer education, learning from those that are in the same profession I am in, and know the situations I find myself in.
Yesterday I had the privilege of helping out with our Agent Round-table … (8 comments)

recruiting: What is it about Keller Williams that brings out the best, or is it the worst about brokers? - 12/11/07 08:50 PM
 
At the beginning of the year I left my former broker for a better business opportunity with the new Keller Williams office in town.  I wasn't alone.  I was one of about ten that left the agency over a period of months.  What I marvel at is the treatment that we … (7 comments)

recruiting: Scottsdale Listings needed - contact Julia Today - 12/11/07 04:01 PM
Scottsdale Agents and Brokers!
We need your listings today - we have buyers and sellers looking for homes and condos in the GLS, and if you aren't posting your properties, then you are truly missing out on the opportunity to market and sell.
It's free and simple, just contact me and I'll … (1 comments)

recruiting: ARMLS Brokers, Agents, Title, Mortgage, VAs, Service Providers - please contact Julia - 12/11/07 03:41 PM
Hello everyone in AZ (ARMLS),
My name is Julia Velo, an LSC (Local Sales Consultant) for Phoenix AZ (ARMLS) and the surrounding markets with MyREALTY.com. I wanted to let everyone know that I'm here as a LOCAL resource for all Agents, Brokers, Lenders, Title reps, Appraisers, Inspectors, Virtual Assistants, etc. in the Phoenix … (0 comments)

recruiting: MLSNI :: Chicagoland Area Broker and Agents - Contact me for important updates and info (Chicago, ILL) Lombard, Illinois - 12/11/07 03:29 PM
Greetings Active Rainers in Chicagoland! (and beyond!)
I'm Mark Pennings, an LSC (Local Sales Consultant) for the Chicagoland market area with MyREALTY.com. I wanted to let everyone know that I'm here as a LOCAL CHICAGOLAND resource for all Agents, Brokers, Lenders, Title reps, Appraisers, Inspectors, Virtual Assistants, etc. in the Chicago market area.
I have many … (0 comments)

recruiting: Elmira, NY - Brokers and Agents, Friends and Clients - Connect with Eric Walls and the GLS! - 12/11/07 02:58 PM
Agents, Brokers, and fellow Countrymen (and women!) :-)
I'm Eric Walls, the LSC for Elmira, NY and surrounding area (Local Sales Consultant) with MyREALTY.com.
I wanted to let everyone know that I'm here as a LOCAL resource for all Agents, Brokers, Lenders, Title reps, Appraisers, Inspectors, Virtual Assistants, etc. in the Dallas market area. … (1 comments)

recruiting: Should You Stay or Should You Go? Five Factors to Consider When Deciding to Change Offices - 12/11/07 02:54 PM
 
It's that time again.  As we close out one year and begin the next, many agents are breaking open their planners and making resolutions to build a better business in the year ahead. And for some associates, it's a time to question whether their current office is the right "home" for them.
If … (4 comments)

recruiting: SANDICOR - Agents, Brokers, and Service Providers - let's Network and Grow - 12/11/07 02:28 PM
Hello San Diego, CA 'rainers!
I'm Brian Traichel, Trainer and Coach, and LSC for the San Diego Territory (Local Sales Consultant) with MyREALTY.com.
I wanted to let everyone know that I'm here as a LOCAL resource for all Agents, Brokers, Lenders, Title reps, Appraisers, Inspectors, Virtual Assistants, etc. in the San Diego market area.
I have … (0 comments)

recruiting: Agents and Brokers of NTREIS on Active Rain - let's connect! - 12/11/07 01:16 PM
Hello Active Rainers! I'm Belle Trankle, an LSC (Local Sales Consultant) with MyREALTY.com and I wanted to let everyone know that I'm here as a LOCAL resource for all Agents, Brokers, Lenders, Title reps, Appraisers, Inspectors, Virtual Assistants, etc. in the Dallas market area.
We're making sure that our updated contact … (0 comments)

 
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