Real Estate can be a complicated yet rewarding business to be a part of. But no two REALTORS® are the same nor are their businesses. So why would we expect our assistants to be one size fits all and step into your business knowing exactly what you want, expect and like?
Take time right at the start to create a list of end results you expect to see. Be clear, and communicate your preferences and expectations. Start with your business goals for the year then chunk them down into months, weeks and days. Let your assistant partake in the process so that they feel they are a part of the reward as well as the effort.
The tasks your assistant can achieve are bound by the hours in the day. Create realistic expectations of what is important and needs to be attended to. Just as every seller and buyer will have different expectations of how you work with them and how you will deliver your commitment, you will have in your business with your assistant.
There are great software programs to keep everyone focused and on task such as Basecamp http://basecamphq.com/.
Your initial investment in the collaboration and delegation of tasks that need to be done by your assistant will give you both the blueprint to move forward and grow together with the common goal of both your success.
