At Work in America - Embracing Flexibility and Remote Work: Lessons from the Real Estate Industry

Hosts: Steve Boese and Trish Steed

Guest: Tanya Reu-Narvaez, Chief People Officer, Anywhere Real Estate Inc.

Summary

In the 17th season of the At Work in America podcast, Steve Boese and Trish Steed learn more about the real estate industry with Tanya Reu-Narvaez, Chief People Officer at Anywhere Real Estate. They highlight the industry’s high turnover, the importance of a growth mindset for real estate agents, and the shift towards remote and flexible work post-pandemic. They also emphasize the need for human-centric leadership, transparency, and leveraging technology like Gen AI to enhance productivity and employee engagement. The conversation also touches on the future of work, including the importance of automation, skill shifts, and the global workforce.

Chapters

01:12. Paychex Acquisition and Economic Concerns

03:51 Real Estate Industry Overview

16:23 Remote Work and Flexibility in the Real Estate Industry

20:27 Leadership and Connection in a Remote Environment

34:31 Future Trends and Opportunities in HR

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