{"id":200191,"date":"2021-08-31T00:33:21","date_gmt":"2021-08-30T22:33:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mypr.co.za\/?p=106785"},"modified":"2021-08-31T00:33:21","modified_gmt":"2021-08-30T22:33:21","slug":"prioritising-female-leadership-in-property","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.myza.co.za\/press\/prioritising-female-leadership-in-property\/","title":{"rendered":"Prioritising Female Leadership in Property"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Pearl Scheltema, CEO, Fitzanne Estates<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The time has come for women to take charge of their role in the property industry. This is the key message from a recent panel discussion on Fitzanne\u2019s Property Exchange, a regular podcast with Pearl Scheltema, CEO of Fitzanne Estates. Pearl, herself a veteran in the property industry, is passionate about the propulsion of female leadership in real estate: \u201cWe\u2019re seeing incredible things develop when women educate themselves and provide opportunities for themselves and their fellow women. We are empowering ourselves and making things happen.\u201d<\/p>\n

To discuss the current and future challenges facing women in property, Pearl sat down with fellow industry leaders Johlene Wasserman, Manager of Governance, Compliance & Enforcement at CSOS (Community Schemes Ombud Service), Michelle Dickens, Managing Director at TPN, and Johette Smuts, Head of Data Analytics of PayProp.<\/p>\n

Female representation is on the rise<\/p>\n

The property industry is seeing a healthy increase in female leadership, with a larger number of women in management positions today than 10 years ago. \u201cWe are seeing a trend with CEOs increasingly being females, while women are also stepping into roles like managing directors and managing agents. \u201d Michelle explains. This is a marked departure from the traditional status quo and provides a healthy environment within which the next generation of women can grow into.<\/p>\n

Representation is a crucial step in the process of empowering the next generation, which is why it\u2019s so encouraging to see more women in roles of power. But more needs to be done, explains Johette: \u201cAs with so many of these things, it\u2019s not a female issue to solve. It\u2019s a business issue to solve. Companies benefit from a more diverse workforce. By becoming more educated on the extent of the challenge, we can work towards sustainable solutions for it. The first step here is to become aware of any biases we may have, and understanding how these relate to things like income disparities.\u201d<\/p>\n

Education and support is essential<\/p>\n

Having access to reliable information and a support system is crucial when embarking on a career in property. As women in property, it\u2019s a shared responsibility to create these spaces for other women to grow into the industry.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt\u2019s so important to equip yourself with knowledge,\u201d says Johlene, continuing: \u201cDon\u2019t wait for someone else to give you information, get out there and do your research, dig in, and get started. We have to create opportunities for our fellow women!\u201d Michelle continues: \u201cMentorship plays a crucial role. Having someone to bounce ideas off of,  to speak to, and network networking with is priceless.\u201d<\/p>\n

Women can also benefit from creating spaces where it\u2019s encouraged to find their strength as females. Johette explains: \u201cWe need to stop trying to be something we\u2019re not! We are women and have certain skills men don\u2019t have. Embrace ourselves and use our strengths. You don\u2019t have to do it the way a man would do it. We\u2019re perfectly capable of succeeding as women.\u201d<\/p>\n

Empowering women through property ownership<\/p>\n

More women in leadership positions in property also trickle down to the property landscape as a whole. As more women enter the workforce and start earning their own income, the number of female property owners increases.<\/p>\n

In fact, for the past several years, women have been outnumbering men when it comes to deed transfers. \u201cMore than 50% of property transfers are to women, up from the low 30% in the 1980s,\u201d explains Michelle. This shift is becoming more apparent as women become more independent and exposed to more opportunities.<\/p>\n

Looking ahead<\/p>\n

These new opportunities come with fresh challenges. Working hard and constantly finding ways to gain knowledge is key, with continuous education being an essential ingredient for long-term success.<\/p>\n

For those looking to enter the world of property leadership, Fitzanne Estates\u2019 Trustee Training offers a reliable starting point. With more than 30 years in the industry, the training offers invaluable guidance and advice to those starting out. Get started by getting in touch today!<\/p>\n

Media contact: Cathlen Fourie, +27 82 222 9198, cathlen@cfcommunications.co.za https:\/\/www.fitzanne.co.za\/<\/p>\n

More about Fitzanne Estates<\/p>\n

Fitzanne Estates (Pty) Ltd is a Property Management Company that can sufficiently administer your property investment to the benefit of the Landlord, the Body Corporate, and the NPC \u2013 Non-Profit Company. Services include Letting, Sectional Title Management, Full Title Management (NPC \u2013 Non-Profit Company) and Sales.<\/p>\n

Website: https:\/\/www.fitzanne.co.za\/<\/p>\n

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