Aren't we in the process of raising the level of brokers by making them managing brokers? I do believe that it does need to be raise, but as Joe Hueseby said, This probably will not make people apply the basic human skills. We have a code of conduct that should be followed, however, I've dealth with colleagues who were not only not following the code of conduct, but were agregious abuses in their actions. I eventually had to report those people. If we hold each other accountable for the quality and the integrity of our business. We will continue to thrive as a top-notch industry.
Joe Huseby - 14 years ago
If you are in the business long enough you WILL work with other agents and/or brokers that behave unprofessionally, irresponsibly, inappropriately or ignorantly. Applying the golden rule, common courtesy, and good manners can go a long way to improve our industry. Raising the bar could help with this problem, but not necessarily make others apply these basic human skills. The bottom line is we must "police" our own industry. If you have a problem with an agent take it up directly with that agent in a respectful manner. If that does not work then take it up with your own broker who can then present the problem to the other broker. If that does not bring resolve then report agents who act unprofessionally, irresponsibly or inappropriately to the local association or commerce department depending on the degree of the "offense". I too am frustrated with the lack of professionalism, however according to the code of conduct we should not make disparaging remarks about other Realtors. Disparaging, stereotyping and belittling people, who are employed in a different line of work does not show or raise one's level of "professionalism".
"Raising the bar" is our entire company/corporate/franchising strategy. It's SO long overdue in real estate. I just wrote a post about our barrier to entry - which is the highest of which I am aware in the entire industry - at http://p1fran.com/2010/04/rtb-raising-the-bar-how-high/.
Tom in So. Cal. - 14 years ago
I am SO TIRED of “working” with ignorant and inarticulate fools who are masquerading as professionals in our industry. I don’t believe that a college degree should be required, but basic proficiency with negotiating skills and a familiarity with common courtesy should be mandatory attributes. Anyone who does not see, and appreciate, the difference between a Realtor and a used care salesperson should be denied a license to practice.
Tom the Realtor - 14 years ago
I am SO TIRED of “working” with ignorant and inarticulate fools who are masquerading as professionals in our industry. I don’t believe that a college degree should be required, but basic proficiency with negotiating skills and a familiarity with common courtesy should be mandatory attributes. Anyone who does not see, and appreciate, the difference between a Realtor and a used care salesperson should be denied a license to practice.
Realtor Bob - 14 years ago
I was a waiter and a bartender for many years. Now my reputation as a top-notch broker precedes me wherever I go. You were saying?
Realtor Rick - 14 years ago
No changes needed. We need to provide opportunites for manicurists and waitresses to guide people through their most important financial transactions.
Aren't we in the process of raising the level of brokers by making them managing brokers? I do believe that it does need to be raise, but as Joe Hueseby said, This probably will not make people apply the basic human skills. We have a code of conduct that should be followed, however, I've dealth with colleagues who were not only not following the code of conduct, but were agregious abuses in their actions. I eventually had to report those people. If we hold each other accountable for the quality and the integrity of our business. We will continue to thrive as a top-notch industry.
If you are in the business long enough you WILL work with other agents and/or brokers that behave unprofessionally, irresponsibly, inappropriately or ignorantly. Applying the golden rule, common courtesy, and good manners can go a long way to improve our industry. Raising the bar could help with this problem, but not necessarily make others apply these basic human skills. The bottom line is we must "police" our own industry. If you have a problem with an agent take it up directly with that agent in a respectful manner. If that does not work then take it up with your own broker who can then present the problem to the other broker. If that does not bring resolve then report agents who act unprofessionally, irresponsibly or inappropriately to the local association or commerce department depending on the degree of the "offense". I too am frustrated with the lack of professionalism, however according to the code of conduct we should not make disparaging remarks about other Realtors. Disparaging, stereotyping and belittling people, who are employed in a different line of work does not show or raise one's level of "professionalism".
"Raising the bar" is our entire company/corporate/franchising strategy. It's SO long overdue in real estate. I just wrote a post about our barrier to entry - which is the highest of which I am aware in the entire industry - at http://p1fran.com/2010/04/rtb-raising-the-bar-how-high/.
I am SO TIRED of “working” with ignorant and inarticulate fools who are masquerading as professionals in our industry. I don’t believe that a college degree should be required, but basic proficiency with negotiating skills and a familiarity with common courtesy should be mandatory attributes. Anyone who does not see, and appreciate, the difference between a Realtor and a used care salesperson should be denied a license to practice.
I am SO TIRED of “working” with ignorant and inarticulate fools who are masquerading as professionals in our industry. I don’t believe that a college degree should be required, but basic proficiency with negotiating skills and a familiarity with common courtesy should be mandatory attributes. Anyone who does not see, and appreciate, the difference between a Realtor and a used care salesperson should be denied a license to practice.
I was a waiter and a bartender for many years. Now my reputation as a top-notch broker precedes me wherever I go. You were saying?
No changes needed. We need to provide opportunites for manicurists and waitresses to guide people through their most important financial transactions.