From Top Agent to Founder: How to Launch Your Own Real Estate Agency
So you've mastered the hustle. You've built the relationships. Maybe you've even got a wall of sales awards tucked behind your desk. Now, there's a different kind of ambition knocking: building your own real estate agency. Not a side hustle, not a vanity brand—an actual, operating, revenue-earning business under your own name. But making the leap from top-producing agent to founder-operator is its own kind of terrain. Here's how to navigate it—starting with the decisions that matter most, not just the
Toshiba Grant Press Release: 7/21/2025
Nineteenth Century Charitable Association Receives $10,000 Grant from Toshiba International Foundation The Nineteenth Century Charitable Association is pleased to announce it has received a $10,000 grant from the Toshiba International Foundation in support of programming to expand and enhance understanding of Japanese culture. During its 2025-2026 program year, the Nineteenth will feature a “Japanese Themester,” a series of programs focused on various aspects of Japanese life and culture, under
Ikebana Class News Release: 7/21/2025
Interested in Ikebana?The Nineteenth Century Charitable Association is sponsoring a three-week course in Japanese flower arranging (Ikebana). Dates for the course are September 4, 18, and 25, 2025. After the last session, a public exhibition of the arrangements will be held at the Nineteenth Century Club. Instructor Yuko Inoue is a traditionally trained Ikebana artist from Japan. While she maintains the classic Japanese art mindset, she explores and incorporates international and contemporary art into
When the Market Slows, Your Website Shouldn't
Turbulence in the economy tends to cast a long shadow over small businesses. But even during downturns, customers still need things—they just become more selective in how they spend. This shift opens the door for savvy businesses to meet people where they are, especially online. A company’s website, often neglected or underutilized, can become a strategic lifeline for growth and loyalty when budgets get tight. Turn the Homepage Into a Point of Empathy When wallets tighten, what customers look for shifts
Building Bridges: Real Strategies for Fostering Better Collaboration at Work
If you walk into any successful company today, chances are you will find teams that know how to work together. Collaboration is not just a trendy word tossed around in boardrooms. It is a real living part of what makes businesses thrive in a world that demands agility and creativity. If you are leading a company, you cannot afford to leave collaboration to chance, you have to cultivate it with intention. Design Spaces That Encourage Organic InteractionYou cannot expect magic to happen if your teams are
How to Navigate Business Challenges and Strengthen Your Company
In the dynamic world of business, identifying and addressing weaknesses is crucial for sustained growth and stability. Businesses, much like complex ecosystems, require constant attention to various elements that contribute to their overall health. From organizing essential documents to managing financial data, each aspect plays a pivotal role in ensuring smooth operations. By focusing on these critical areas, businesses can not only survive but thrive in competitive markets. This article delves into
