‘Tis the season to eat, drink, and embarrass yourself in front of your entire brokerage. Holiday parties are a great time—unless you’re the one making everyone else cringe. Here’s your survival guide to avoid becoming that agent this year.
Don’t Pitch Your “Genius” Marketing Ideas
Cornering your broker to discuss a TikTok dance for listings might seem brilliant after a few cocktails, but trust me, it can wait until Monday.
Don’t Challenge Your Broker to a Shot Contest
Winning might feel great in the moment, but losing? That’s a story everyone will still be telling at next year’s party.
Don’t Live-Stream the Festivities
Your clients don’t need a play-by-play of Realtors Gone Wild.
Refrain from Imitating Clients
Your spot-on impression of the indecisive buyer is hilarious—to you. Others might see it as unprofessional (and record it).
Don’t Complain About Leads
The only thing colder than the winter weather is bringing up cold leads at a festive gathering. Let’s keep the mood merry.
Avoid Discussing Commission Splits
Bringing up money matters over cocktails is a surefire way to dampen the holiday spirit.
Don’t Bring Uninvited Guests
Especially if they’re your clients. Turning the party into a networking opportunity isn’t in the holiday spirit.
Don’t Gossip About Other Agents
Word travels fast—leave the drama to reality TV.
Don’t Make Inappropriate Small Talk with the Transaction Coordinator
They don’t care how many deals you’ve closed. They do care that you submitted the wrong contract version twice last week.
Refrain from Excessive Selfies
Capturing memories is great, but a photoshoot every two minutes interrupts the fun.
Don’t Stay Out So Late that You Miss Your Morning Appointment
Your clients don’t care how many tequila shots you did with the team. They do care about you showing up on time to their 9 a.m. showing.
Don’t Show Up Smelling Like Last Night’s Mistakes
The only thing worse than missing your appointment altogether? Rolling in wearing last night’s outfit, reeking of peppermint schnapps, and forgetting which house you’re showing.
Don’t Start a Debate About Zillow
Just…don’t. We’re all tired, Bob.
Don’t Be That Agent
You know, the one who does something so cringe that “Remember what happened at the holiday party?” becomes office lore. If you’re not sure who that agent is, it’s probably you.
Remember, holiday parties are a chance to unwind and celebrate, not an audition for the next season of Selling Sunset: Drunk Edition. So have fun, stay classy, and if all else fails, blame your inability to handle your liquor on “food poisoning.”
