REALTORS® are generally helpers. Many of us want to serve our profession and have a lot to offer. Maybe that describes you but you just don’t know how to start. Or maybe you’re concerned about the “politics” of it all. I get that.

The Leadership Development Advisory Committee for Texas REALTORS® has a program that is just what you’re looking for. The Texas REALTORS® Leadership Mentor Program gives volunteers at every level of the REALTOR® association the opportunity to get guidance from another REALTOR® who’s had experience.

Mentors and mentees are matched for a three-month commitment with the expectation to meet for at least one hour each month. At the end of the commitment, most of our matches agree to continue the relationship. Mentees can expect mentors to help them establish a plan to meet or exceed their individual leadership goals.

It’s important to note that mentors only advise on matters related to volunteer leadership within the REALTOR® associations and community. Mentors are not business coaches.

Mentees who have completed their initial three-month match say things like, “I feel more focused now,” and “I realize that I do have what it takes! I can be of great value to my industry.” My favorite mentee comment was from James Martin of the MetroTex Association of REALTORS®, who said, “I have a new best friend for life and a legitimate, obtainable path to meet my goals.” James also said his mentor has been ”exceptionally helpful by pointing out perspectives and details that I hadn’t thought of previously.”

James has gone on to serve as a mentor himself, and he isn’t the only mentee who became a mentor. While you may need some guidance on getting involved with the National Association of REALTORS®, you may be able to help someone else understand the processes for being involved with Texas REALTORS®. You can do both! This program brings out qualities central to being a REALTOR®. We like to help others. We share our knowledge. As our national ad campaign says, “That’s Who We R.”

Interested in matching with a mentor?

Visit the Leadership Mentor Program page to learn how to get started.