About the author

Risa J. Weiss is a Chicago–area real estate leader and the author of Career Kickoff: A Real-World Guide for New Agents. As VP of Agent Development at one of Chicago’s leading real estate brokerages, she builds practical training, mentoring, and coaching programs that help new and growth-minded agents win business with confidence. Risa is known for turning complex processes into checklists, scripts, and playbooks—from buyer and seller roadmaps to negotiation talk tracks, KPI scorecards, and 30-60-90 day launch plans.

Risa’s work focuses on measurable results: clearer pipelines, cleaner contracts, and smoother closings. She partners closely with lenders, attorneys, inspectors, and community organizations to keep education grounded in day-to-day reality.

Whether you’re brand-new, have never received formal training, or are ready to relaunch your career, Risa’s mission is simple: give you the tools, mindset, and accountability to build a sustainable, client-first business—starting now