Flexibility "The measure of intelligence is the ability to change." - Albert Einstein
Infinitely Flexible, Constantly Amazed
Real estate brokers and agents have a great deal of flexibility in the work they do. They have a high level of independence and essentially are their own boss. The flexibility in scheduling and ability to choose their daily work environment are two factors that are attractive to those entering the field.
Many Real Estate Agents are drawn to a career in real estate because of the flexibility to set their own schedule. They can elect to work four hour days, eight hour days or any number in between. Their work can be scheduled around family and personal obligations and vacations can be taken as frequently as their budget allows. The nature of the work does require some evening and weekend hours. However, each Sales Associate determines how many evenings and weekends they work based on the individual goals they set for themselves.
The ability to choose where they work is another benefit realized by Real Estate Agents. Agents who are affiliated with a company are usually provided work space in the office. Depending on the brokerage they choose, they may be required to pay for the office space. Many Agents set up office space in their homes and complete administrative work from their home office. The advances in cellular, computer and internet technology has created the ability for Agents to manage pending transactions from distant places or from the corner coffee shop. Whatever an Agent's work place preference, technology makes it easy to handle business remotely.
The flexibility in scheduling and work place environment are incredibly rewarding. However, a career in real estate requires an individual to possess discipline and focus in order to build and manage a real estate business. If you have an entrepreneurial spirit and would enjoy the opportunity to be your own boss, this may be the perfect career for you!
Many Real Estate Agents are drawn to a career in real estate because of the flexibility to set their own schedule. They can elect to work four hour days, eight hour days or any number in between. Their work can be scheduled around family and personal obligations and vacations can be taken as frequently as their budget allows. The nature of the work does require some evening and weekend hours. However, each Sales Associate determines how many evenings and weekends they work based on the individual goals they set for themselves.
The ability to choose where they work is another benefit realized by Real Estate Agents. Agents who are affiliated with a company are usually provided work space in the office. Depending on the brokerage they choose, they may be required to pay for the office space. Many Agents set up office space in their homes and complete administrative work from their home office. The advances in cellular, computer and internet technology has created the ability for Agents to manage pending transactions from distant places or from the corner coffee shop. Whatever an Agent's work place preference, technology makes it easy to handle business remotely.
The flexibility in scheduling and work place environment are incredibly rewarding. However, a career in real estate requires an individual to possess discipline and focus in order to build and manage a real estate business. If you have an entrepreneurial spirit and would enjoy the opportunity to be your own boss, this may be the perfect career for you!
