The ultimate guide to successfully launching your newly hired team members.
Hiring a new team member can be an exhilarating milestone for your business, but it can also bring its fair share of challenges. Your success in this process largely depends on your people skills, ability to communicate effectively, and how well you can help others achieve their goals. Whether you’re excited or frustrated about bringing someone new on board, following these three critical steps will help you successfully launch your new hire.
1. Define your goal and style. Successful hiring in real estate begins with a clear vision. Instead of simply offloading tasks, focus on building a team member who can grow within your business. Aligning your goals with your new hire’s aspirations creates a mutually beneficial partnership. Rather than simply relying on written or video training, encourage a hands-on approach where the new hire can shadow you, learn by observing, and eventually take the reins under your guidance.
2. Set clear expectations. Preventing misunderstandings is crucial for a successful hiring process. Communicate your expectations regarding responsibilities, training, and initiative. It’s also equally important to understand your new hire’s goals and expectations. By aligning your expectations with theirs, you can ensure that both parties are working towards a common objective.
“The success of a real estate agent relies on the success of their onboarding process.”
3. Establish a cadence. The rhythm of communication and interaction between you and your new hire, also known as cadence, is key to a smooth onboarding process. Some people thrive on daily check-ins and frequent touchpoints, while others prefer more independence, with occasional guidance when needed. Whether it’s daily, weekly, or monthly, consistent communication will help keep both you and your new hire on track and ensure that any issues are addressed promptly.
Launching a new hire successfully doesn’t have to be a daunting task. By focusing on your goal and style, setting clear expectations, and establishing a reliable cadence, you’ll create an environment where your new team members can thrive and contribute to your business.
If you want to learn how to design an effective training program for your new agents, our class on August 29 from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. will provide in-depth insights and practical strategies to help you build a robust training plan tailored to your team’s needs. For more information, contact me directly. I’d love to see you there and help you create a blueprint for successfully training your new hires. Just dial 907-354-8307 or email blake@rmgrealestate.com. I look forward to hearing from you!
