Choosing the right office makes all the difference
There are many reasons for success in a real estate career. But perhaps as important as the desire and drive to be successful in the industry, is the partner you choose. The organization you decide to associate with will shape your career path and growth. Windermere Professional Partners has provided support and opportunities to its agents for many years. The company has just announced the opening of a third location in University Place.
Realtor Erin Dobrinski is a former teacher who decided to enter the real estate industry five years ago. After spending time with another firm she decided Windermere Professional Partners (WPP) was a better fit.
"I knew to get the number of transactions I needed to be successful I would need the infrastructure of an organization like Windermere Professional Partners," she says.
"To move beyond 15 transactions a year I needed more support." Erin points out that the collaborative structure at WPP helps her with this goal. Shared assistants and administrative staff are one aspect of this. So is the ’Business Passport’ program developed exclusively by WPP. This system helps agents at all points in their careers move to the next level.
"The management team is visionary and drives the firm forward. There is strong support," Erin notes, adding that the resources of the entire firm are available if she needs them.
Erin believes the collaborative atmosphere WPP strengthens the company. "There’s lots of expert input. All the agents have sub-specialties and high levels of expertise. The culture at WPP allows us to share and help each other.”
She describes the technology at WPP as a complete, comprehensive technology package.
Erin’s advice to new agents is simple, "Do your homework. You are not going to hit the ground running. It’s a large commitment. It was a lot harder than I expected but this is the most rewarding and challenging experience I have had."
She adds that choosing a good office, one that supports you and works the way you want to work is essential for success. She lists agent development and excellence in the support team as key strengths at WPP. Whether it is help with generating leads, marketing, technology support, or flyers, she is able to find people with skills and knowledge. This lets her focus on the core business.
"The service is at the same level as what I want to deliver to clients."
Realtors Patty Golob and Pam Stone take the collaboration concept one step further. They work as a team within a team at WPP. Together they have combined experience of over 20 years. They chose to move to WPP last year, having worked together at another office for 5 years.
When asked about their reasons for choosing WPP they list several factors. "There is a dynamic atmosphere. They hold the number one office position and have higher producing agents. The support staff is unmatched."
Like Erin, Patty and Pam have advice for dealing with challenging markets. "Education is important. So is personal contact with past clients and networking. You have to be flexible and willing to change approaches and adapt to market conditions."
What does WPP provide to help them succeed? "They offer leading edge technology with support and training. There is also a strong support staff to manage administrative tasks, freeing us up to lead generate."
For them, WPP is unique because the firm has high visibility within the industry and stays ahead of new trends and technology. The hands-on staff and management are ready to assist in any area.
"They under promise and over deliver. There is amazing energy and support, the owners and management sincerely want your success and assist in all ways to help you gain a competitive advantage."
The real estate firm you partner with is an extension of your professional self. It is the foundation you build from and the support structure that helps you achieve your goals in work and life.
Windermere Professional Partners has become the leader in this area by building and growing an organization that supports agents and their clients. They do this by providing an infrastructure that allows agents to focus on their strengths and provide the best service to their clients. The collaborative environment celebrates success and provides the map and the tools necessary for success and growth.
