Becoming a Property Agent
Have you been thinking about starting a new career? Making more money? Have more time and flexibility? Why not become a property agent? Property agents are small business owners who make their own schedules, market their own business and generate their leads with the freedom to grow. Although becoming a property agent is a big responsibility, it overall is an ideal job. Becoming a property agent is a unique profession that mixes challenges, targets, people and a range of emotions all in one job. Choosing a career in property can be an experience in itself, you can go as far as you like, meet a diverse range of people and see some interesting properties. To become a property agent you don’t necessarily have to have qualifications, but is it still possible to impress recruiters without experience?
Work Experience
If you don’t have experience then simply pick up your phone and get some! There are a number of companies who will be happy to oblige so you shouldn’t have too much trouble when arranging this. It’s best to call your chosen agency and discuss the possibility of some work and go from there, this experience may include job shadowing, administrative tasks and the possibility of joining another agent in a viewing etc. Overall by applying for work experience you will get an insight into a property agents life. Not only will this boost your CV, but make an impression on your hosts.
Show Off your Personality
When applying for a property agent role, personality is vital. Although confidence, enthusiasm and initiative may seem cliche they are incredibly important, along with ambition, drive, and possessing a sense of empathy. After all you will be dealing with people when they are making one of the costliest and most significant decisions in their life.
Social Media
Social media and networking has made the job search process so much more easier, it also allows you to keep up to date on the latest news and participate in industry discussions. Recruiters will usually do a routine check on candidates using their social media, therefore you can boost your presence by being a member of groups and forums in LinkedIn and other forms of social media. By being active about the industry on social media suggests you are serious about becoming a property agent.
Keep Industry Relevant
By keeping up to date with the latest industry news and events such as the state of the property market, allows you to make sensible predictions about the future of the industry.
Your Transferable Skills
Although you think you don’t have any experience, you probably possess a number of skills that would be useful when looking to become a property agent. If you have worked in customer service then you will have likely dealt with a range of people, solved problems and used effective communication. Even with difficult situations you have more than likely overcome them, these attributes are all highly desirable in a property agent. Or perhaps you have worked in sales where you needed to hit targets, make lots of phone calls and meet deadlines – the same applies. At one time or another you will have used and developed a range of skills that are perfect for becoming a property agent, you should consider yours and let the industry know!