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FROM THE DESK OF JOHN MCPHERSON
FROM THE DESK OF SAMUEL AUBREY
Balance of Leadership
By Samuel Aubrey
Developing a competitive advantage is an important strategy component in an organization’s toolbox to ensure success. Leaders must balance the elements of timelines and effectiveness in relation to the quality of decisions made and consider the availability and usefulness of information needed to aid in the decision-making process. This present time has definitely proven this approach to be true and worthy of implementation. One such strategy to strike such a balance is the diligence-based strategy. A diligence-based strategy observes, measures, and manages people activity to determine what drives business success in the midst of competition. In business, trustworthiness of information flowing to and from the organization is key in the formation of perceptions. Still, the amount of information needed to ensure the highest level of quality in a resolution for success cannot be measured without consideration of the time to yield positive outcomes. Diligence-based strategy values data and the realistic assumptions concerning human behavior as a key factor of strategic management.
In short, evaluate each source-point of information used to guide your business decisions and strategy development. Strategies that foster conditions for successful outcomes requires diligent, disciplined, action in all organization types and throughout the organization as a whole—that supersedes the inclination to absorb without vetting all available information to connect strategy and execution in your business operation paradigm.
COVID-19 UPDATES
NC in “Safer at Home” Phase 2
In Phase 2, the Stay at Home order is lifted. However, teleworking is still encouraged and remaining home whenever possible is recommending, particularly for people who are high risk.
Gatherings: Limited to 10 people indoors and 25 people outdoors.
Bars, night clubs, gyms, and indoor entertainment venues remain closed.
Restaurants, salons, and barbers can open at 50% capacity, and employees must wear face coverings.
Childcare facilities, day camps, and overnight camps are opened.
Retail will remain at 50% capacity, as in Phase 1.
What does Phase 2 mean for REALTORS®?
Under Phase 2, the initial state stay-at-home order is lifted, meaning that business activity, including those not originally designated as essential can now operate. Remote work is still strongly encouraged.
Since real estate was designated as essential in the original order, and most more restrictive local orders have expired, this does mean that real estate activities are allowed, provided that you continue to abide by ALL health and safety guidelines (social distancing, mass gathering limitations, and sanitization protocols). Make sure to check out NC REALTORS® best practices guidelinesfor more information.
Here are some other key parts of Phase 2:
Face coverings are recommended for use in all public settings, including grocery stores, pharmacies and other retail businesses. Face coverings are recommended for use outdoors where 6 feet of distance is not possible.
Restaurants can reopen dining rooms but at 50% capacity and social distancing for diners enforced.
Salons, barber shops, tattoo parlors and other personal care and grooming businesses can reopen at 50% capacity.
Retail stores must limit customers to 50% of capacity, no more than 12 customers per 1,000 square feet. They should mark 6-foot intervals to allow for social distancing in lines and other high-traffic areas.
Swimming pools can open at 50% capacity.
People can gather in small groups of no more than 10 people indoors or 25 people outdoors.
Phase 2 is expected to remain in effect for roughly five weeks, currently estimated at June 26, but it could be shortened or extended based on current health data.
Local governments are able to enforce more restrictive guidelines than the state, but we have yet to see that occurring in most areas.
NC REALTORS® will continue to review the Order to determine any additional requirements for members and local associations. As always, please make sure to follow all health and safety guidelines regardless of if you are allowed to be in public.
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CONTINUING EDUCATION
Thursday, June 4 Class: BICUP Instructor: Stephen Long Time: 8:30am Location: Online via Zoom
Thursday, June 4 Class: GENUP Instructor: Stephen Long Time: 1:30pm Location: Online via Zoom
*You will receive log in instructions before class.
The online license renewal period began May 15 and ends June 30. A $45.00 fee must be received by the N.C. Real Estate Commission by June 30 at midnight. Failure to renew your license by the given deadline will result in a license that is EXPIRED, in which all brokerage activities must cease.
For instructions on how to renew your license online, please review the video below:
MLS
Are you fully utilizing the services offered to you as a member of Triad MLS through WSRAR? In a continuing effort to bring virtual training opportunities to our members, we wanted to let you know of upcoming webinars for the SavvyCard service available to all Triad MLS members FREE OF CHARGE. These sessions will be held every Tuesday at 1:00PM EST for the next 20 weeks beginning this week!Please take advantage of one these to learn what tools you could be using!
Title: Learn to Go Savvy from home! Register now for your free SavvyCard member benefit webinar
Description:
SavvyCard is a push-button simple marketing platform for you and your listings. Provided as a free member benefit, SavvyCard will help you:
• Improve prospect conversion
• Streamline marketing
• Empower your referral processes
This training course combines an overview of your Agent and Property SavvyCards with a series of real-life use cases. Unlike many webinars, Going Savvy will immediately empower you to build stronger relationships and close more deals!
Do you have an interest in land use and planning for the future? Planning Board (3 positions whose terms expire June 30, 2023)
Do you have an interest in judge and jury? Zoning Board of Adjustment (2 positions whose terms expire June 30, 2023)
Do you have an interest in water quality and protecting the natural resources of our neighborhoods? Stormwater Advisory Board (2 positions whose terms expire June 30, 2023)
Do you have an interest in the operation and enforcement of retail liquor stores and the distribution of revenue to the municipalities and Forsyth County? Triad Municipal ABC Board (1 position whose term expires June 30, 2023)
All applicants must live within the corporate boundaries of the Village of Clemmons. Applications are available at the Village Hall, 3715 Clemmons Road and on our website at www.clemmons.org/citizenboards. The application deadline is May 31, 2020. For more information, call 336-766-7511. Applicants not appointed to these positions will be maintained on file for consideration in future openings on boards.
