Starting career in real estate

MANILA, Philippines - One of the greatest challenges for the millions of students graduating this year would be finding a job. In recent years, the most readily available jobs for graduates were those in call centers or the BPO industry. These jobs pay relatively well, but come with numerous disadvantages for the individuals who take them. However, most people tend to overlook the promising future that awaits them with a career in real estate.

The fact that people can earn a lot while building a solid career in real estate is a reality that Orchard Property Marketing Corp. (OPMC) said Eduardo U. Tirona, president of OPMC. “People say that there are no jobs in the country, we beg to differ as we are constantly hiring new sales directors and sales managers to join our 20,000 strong sales force” says Tirona.

Being a real estate agent Tirona says is akin to running your own business. Sales directors and managers can get their own sales associates to help them sell at the same time giving them complete flexibility concerning their time and income. “With real estate you control how much you earn and your time you are your own boss” says Tirona.

The best thing about being an OPMC sales director and manager, which market developments by Sta. Lucia Realty and Development Inc (SLRDI), is the strong brand equity and training that they get. Sta Lucia has a long reputation as a provider of quality and affordable developments. With this strong track record Sta Lucia developments basically sells themselves.

Tirona adds that at OPMC they would like to dispel the image of real estate agents as individuals who merely handout brochures to passersby. “Selling real estate is a science, and here at OPMC we train our agents on how to do it properly which helps increase their chances of closing a sale significantly,” he says. He adds that the company’s system coupled with their agent’s passion and focus helps their buyers get the best value for their money.

To illustrate the possibilities of a career in real estate at OPMC; he shares the story of several sales directors and managers who were able to put their children through college thanks to their job with the company. He says that anyone can start a career in real estate all they need is the drive to succeed and good people and networking skills. Apart from impressive commission and training, OPMC has other incentives for its top performing sales people.

One of these incentives is OPMC’s annual travel where it brings top performing sales agents to an Asian country every year. Among the destinations visited were Hong Kong, Singapore, Thailand, Shanghai, Beijing, Malaysia, Vietnam, Korea. “The tour every year is our way of recognizing and thanking the efforts of our agents.” Tirona said.

Tirona adds the OPMC considers their agents as long-term partners and is committed to their success. “With us, it’s not just a part time job to tide you through, it’s really a career, and that’s why our people stay with us for years.”

For more information on how to become an OPMC sales director and manager, contact Eric Escanillas at (02)687-2425.