Fighting Back Against Burnout

So many resources aimed at high-performing agents encourage the never-ending hustle and putting in long hours to find success. Real estate requires self-motivation, but burnout doesn’t have to be the price of success. Here are some tips, according to the National Association of Realtors:

• Plan a schedule and stick to it: An agent could work around the clock if they wanted to, but that’s a fast way to lose control of your life. Plan working hours and a schedule and then make sure to stick to them – this ensures time to properly decompress.
• Utilize tools to stay organized: If you’ve got leads you need to follow up on and hundreds of calls to make, it’s easy to get overwhelmed. Identify which tools aimed at agents (and there are hundreds!) actually help you take control over your tasks and lay them out in the most manageable way possible.
• Learn to set limits: It seems almost impossible that there might be a time when you have to turn down a lead, but you might find yourself already juggling the clients you have. Sometimes, the best thing to do for yourself and a potential new client is to learn when to refer them to a trusted colleague.
• Know how to ask for help: Real estate can be lonely, but it doesn’t have to be! When you feel yourself getting overwhelmed, reach out to your broker or another agent in your office. You might be surprised to learn how common burnout is, and see what management tactics have worked for others.