The real estate industry continues to work and operate in full motion and has transitioned most of many players to adopt the remote work set-up.

Real estate teams have adapted to the new normal and have found ways of staying productive and efficient.

Revolutionary approaches to the new normal

Technology has played a huge role in the industry, making the transition easier and realisable such as virtual auctions, consultations, and online property inspections.

With social distancing and other physical contact restrictions brought about by the pandemic, Video platforms such as Zoom and Google Meet allowed agents to conduct 3D virtual tours with clients without breaking social distancing and other physical contact restrictions and measures.

Invest in online security

Online privacy, security, and data protection are necessary for remote work to avoid getting compromised and getting into trouble, so investing in endpoint-based data loss prevention (eDLP) should be a primary consideration.

Client data, especially sensitive ones need to be handled with extreme care and should never be left exposed.

A solid and streamlined communication policy

It is imperative to have a seamless and fluid communication exchange for meetings, inspections, client interactions and conferences.

Being mindful of what you say and communicate with your clients, colleagues and teams, and always avoid being carried away by your emotions. Always think things through before speaking out and anticipate scenarios that could arise as a consequence of what you plan to say.

Always take advantage of using compassionate words, share helpful information, provide scientific facts, or relay firm yet humane responses to tough situations or decisions that you need to make.

Take advantage of team collaboration tools

When working with a remote team, it pays to use team management and collaboration tools that maximises time and productivity across remote teams. It also helps make managing remote teams with care and makes online work environments fun, exciting, and engaging.

Always remember to integrate that personal touch as it takes the edge off the stress and monotony of working from home without the traditional physical and social elements.

Promote team engagement and productivity boosters

Always fulfill your commitments, regardless of whether it’s a loyalty rewards program, a regular newsletter, or an exciting competition. Ensure that you always reach out to your teams and proactively update them regarding engagement activities or incentive programs.

Working teams need morale-boosting at times, so reminding them of the mission and values of the organisation to keep them motivated and improve performance by creating out of the box solutions.

Make them see the opportunities in the current scenario to explore new and exciting challenges. It helps them create benchmark for new ideas and concepts that could revolutionise the way you do business.

Help them understand how they can be advocates for change and are capable of making a difference.

Always champion transparency

Your team can be better inspired and motivated when they are aware of the situation the business is in and how they can help. Remember that the global economic situation has changed dramatically and impacted a lot of businesses.

However, there are ways to adapt and devise innovative solutions to keep the business moving.

Today, there’s just no limit to making your team help provide suggestions and solutions for the success of the real estate agency in today’s trying times.

Always stay connected

Do not be isolated from your team or colleagues. Always keep in touch and stay connected because you now have the means and capability to do so.

A lot of people are going through emotional and mental distress, and having someone to talk to or share ideas and goals can be very helpful and productive for your business, as well.

It can help you get more ideas and at the same time provide you with useful insights that can help you personally and professionally.