We humans love a good show. A great concert. A show on Broadway. A magic show in Vegas. A professional sporting event. A moving backstory on a hero. Anything or anyone who takes us away from the everyday humdrum of our lives to excite, inspire, or entertain us. But sometimes, the glitz is just glitz and offers nothing of real substance. Perfect your authentic message and leave the showmanship behind.
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Do you want to amp up your company generated business game? The Bridge is where the real estate, relocation and mobility industry can discover how taking a new path doesn’t have to be scary. Teresa R. Howe is an expert in her field with years of successful program and services development and management. She has a passion for helping companies be the best they can be. Do you want more revenue, more customers and better experience management? Get tips on how to compete more effectively in a world of constant change and disruption. You might also come across some random thoughts that just pop into her head.
Well, we lived through August 17th. Many of you have been preparing for months. Your vetted forms are hopefully locked in, and while we are still in a bit of a trial-and-error phase, it is time to let the consumers do their thing based on how they react to the new requirements and options. But what about the relocating customer ... expect the unexpected.
Read MoreI hear of more layoffs each day, many of whom are people in the twilight of their careers. There is nothing worse than someone else trying to dictate when we retire. So, grieve for a minute and move on. It’s up to you the path you take.
Read MoreReal estate companies, relocation department leaders, and agents have an opportunity to create a ‘category of one’ by reinventing themselves and establishing new standards that are uniquely theirs. There is no better time to differentiate yourself and your brand. Consumers and our sources of business are looking to professionals for guidance. Set yourself apart and become a ‘category of one.’
Read MoreWe are an interconnected industry. Experts in their field will dominate certain functionalities required to facilitate mobility, relocation, referrals, lead management, and the many services that make it all come together. For example, temporary housing people aren’t usually movers, and immigration attorneys don’t sell real estate. Entities pretty much stay in their lane of expertise. Nurturing the right partnerships can be lucrative and rewarding and give you access to many more opportunities that you could possibly generate on your own.
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