Recently I read an article that rejected the idea that younger people can earn a living as real estate agents just because they are “tech savvy,” and that this somehow gives them an advantage that enables them to compete with more experienced agents.
The author went on to explain “I believe that there is plenty of business for agents young and old, and that we should encourage young people to join our profession. But we might be going about it all wrong.”
Did you know that 30 years ago in the 70’s I was using the internet?
Many of us “old” dinosaur agents have evolved, adapted and kept up with the times. Some of us have even been innovators and early adopters of technology like the iPad, which many experts told us would be a complete waste of time for business.
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In some real estate associations and offices, I see an emphasis on having young, “tech savvy” agents teaching older agents about technology. I think the future of the real estate industry would be better served if older, more experienced agents spent more time teaching younger agents how to be real estate agents.
I was recently coaching a group of younger agents when a question came up on qualifying the client before taking them out and showing homes. The younger agents seemed to think this was a rather “rude” question to ask…. At the end of the day technology is just a tool like a hammer to a carpenter. If you don’t know how to hit the nail on the head…it just doesn’t matter – does it!
Peace and Love!
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