Emotional intelligence. Agents with a good and fair understanding of their own and other people\u2019s emotions can connect quickly to other human beings. Human connections are crucial to this business.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\nWhat is Wakefields driving message?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
We want to sell property the right way. For Wakefields this means operating ethically and putting the needs of clients first. We deliver the best results by ensuring constant training and using systems that we have tested to ensure workability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
We have always treated our clients as though they are our own family by virtue of our own family history in the residential property industry. But drill down deeper, and you\u2019ll find that we are devoted to the KZN province because we have lived here our whole lives. We understand the nuances of the region, and that sustains our reputation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
What will be your lasting legacy in the industry?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
I\u2019m 49 years old now, and honestly, I\u2019m not worrying about my own legacy or what people think. I just keep doing my best, trying to lead by example. When the time comes for me to retire, I do hope, though, that those who follow will lead by the same principles and guidance that were passed onto me by the examples of my great-grandfather, grandfather and father.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
What is your impression of PropTech?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
PropTech is moving at quite a pace. Our challenge is to stay up to speed with clients\u2019 needs, how we can reach and service them better, and how tech can play a role in doing this more efficiently. There are lots of things happening around AI, too, but we have to remember that ours is a human-centric business first and foremost. That connection must not be lost in the world of technology.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
This year, Wakefields Estate Agents celebrates its 85th anniversary. Myles, great-grandson of founder John and son of previous CEO Keith (now chairperson), took the leadership reins a decade ago, and shares his insights about the company\u2019s longevity.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":6865,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1199,1215],"tags":[1242,871,324,2463,2460],"yoast_head":"\n
A dynastic stalwart: Wakefields Estate Agents - Property Professional<\/title>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\n\n\n\t\n\t\n\t\n