Men, it's time to do better
Sexism isn't just a societal problem, it's a real estate industry problem. And if anything is going to change, men will have to step up — and speak up.
September 19, 2023
Jay Thompson
Guest Columnist
Jay Thompson is a former real estate agent and broker-owner who went on to work for Zillow Group for seven years before "retiring." He is currently an industry consultant and founder of Jay.Life Consulting, and he sits on the board of directors for the Beverly Carter Foundation and FBS (FlexMLS). He lives on the Texas Gulf Coast and spends significant time pursuing redfish, speckled trout and flounder on his kayak and Jet Ski.
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- Agents Decoded: Is it time to switch brokerages?Your choice of brokerage can have a big impact on your career. There are plenty of good reasons (and some not-so-good ones) to consider making a change.June 21, 2023
- Agents Decoded: How to get clients to contact youWhen Jay Thompson needed to find a great local agent, he went looking for someone with a solid online presence and good reviews — who also responded to calls.March 29, 2023
- Agents Decoded: How to grow your sphere of influenceBuilding your SOI is critical to long-term success in real estate. Veteran agent Jay Thompson offers practical tips for growing and nurturing your sphere.March 1, 2023
- Agents Decoded: Who needs a coach, and how do you pick one?Anyone can benefit from coaching — even experienced pros — if you find the right fit. Veteran agent Jay Thompson offers tips on how to choose a great coach.February 15, 2023
- Agents Decoded: How to pick a real estate conferenceAs you plan your schedule for 2023, consider attending a conference or two. Jay Thompson offers tips on what to look for and how to cut costs.December 21, 2022
- Agents Decoded: The holidays are here — and it's OK to take a breathIt's easy to get caught up in hustle culture, but Jay Thompson says this is a great time to reset and take a day off. It might even help your business.November 23, 2022
- Agents Decoded: Making sense of the headlinesIndustry veteran (and news junkie) Jay Thompson says agents can help themselves and their clients by reading beyond market headlines, putting news in context.November 18, 2022
- Agents Decoded: What to make of the current market, and how to thrive in itThe headlines are scary, but Jay Thompson advises agents to focus on fundamentals and to try not to panic — the market is just normalizing.November 4, 2022
- Agents Decoded: Why I'm hereJay brings his extensive real estate industry experience, balanced perspective, and a love of writing to Real Estate News.October 25, 2022
