How to use time-management skills to set yourself up for success.
For real estate agents, their calendar is not just a tool to manage their time; it's a key to their success. That’s why today I’m sharing my top four tips for creating the perfect schedule that every real estate agent should follow.
1. Utilize time blocking. Some people just throw things in their calendars to look busy, while others monitor their daily and weekly tasks. All tasks should be put into your calendar for time blocking. If you pay close attention to those things, you can predict how many houses you can sell each year.
2. Get committed to your schedule. Being interested in your schedule is not enough. You must be committed to achieving success by following through on all the tasks you have scheduled. For example, if you are planning an open house on a Sunday or Saturday, you must have a plan for the entire week leading up to the open house, such as finding a lender partner, posting about the event on social media, and designing a giveaway. By doing so, you will ensure that you are fully prepared to crush the open house and achieve the desired outcome.
"Don't ever feel bad about taking time off for yourself."
3. Utilize open appointment slots. These are usually scheduled later in the day after you've done your follow-ups in the morning. I recommend picking two days a week where these slots go further into the evening. This way, if you don't have any appointments that day, you can use that time to work on other projects like a homebuyer workshop or webinar. This will not only benefit your business but also your personal time.
4. Take time for yourself. Taking some time for yourself is crucial. I have taken Wednesdays off for the last five years of my career and have been able to sell a lot of houses and manage a large team. Every now and then, I will work from my computer at home. It's a good thing for my family. They know that Wednesdays are a day for them, and for me to take some time to recover from the crazy industry we're in. Taking time off will do wonders for your business because you will use your time more efficiently when you know that you have the day off.
If you have further questions about how to create the perfect calendar or anything else, call or email me. I’d love to help you.
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