Why should you attend a Leadership Academy?
Well, as a graduate of the Kansas Association of REALTORS’® Right Track Leadership Academy, I’m an excellent example. When I attended the Academy in 2011, I had already been a 20-year veteran in the real estate industry, but I knew that there was still so much to learn. I believe strongly that continuing education and developing leadership skills is always beneficial to both new and veteran agents, and leadership academies—like the ones offered through both the Missouri and Kansas state associations or by KCRAR locally—can give you the tools and confidence you’ll need to grow in your chosen field.
As such, it wasn’t long after I completed my first academy that I was voted in as KCRAR’s 2014 Board President. Next year, I’ll begin my term as KAR’s President.
Leadership academies, at their cores, give insight to what the national, state and your local associations are all about. Plus, having “graduate” of your state’s leadership program on your resumé will truly help you stand out from the crowd. It shows that you’ve taken time out of your own business and care about giving back to our industry.
The information I received from attending the academy back in 2011 was invaluable both in my personal business and volunteer opportunities. Aside from the education aspect, you’ll also network and build relationships across your state that will last a lifetime.
Whether you are wanting to learn more about the interworking gears of the National Association of REALTORS®, Missouri REALTORS®, Kansas Association of REALTORS® or KCRAR or simply wanting to pursue leadership roles, then now is the time to take the first step and find an opportunity to enroll. I promise you will not be disappointed.
Registration is still open for KAR’s Right Track Leadership Academy. You can click here to register.
KCRAR’s 2018 Leadership Academy will be accepting applications September, 2017. Stay tuned to REsourcekc.com for more information!
