Getting Started
Your first week onboarding checklist
1. Log into rlpNetwork
- Visit rlpnetwork.com
- Click the username/email field and enter your credentials
- Once logged in, click "Welcome [Your Name]" at top right to access your profile
- Complete your profile picture, bio, languages, and areas served
2. Set Up Your @royallepage.ca Email
- Go to rlpNetwork > Account Settings > Email
- Your @royallepage.ca email uses the same password as rlpNetwork
- Access it via Gmail interface after initial setup
- Email synchronization takes 20–30 minutes after a password change
- Forward your @royallepage.ca email to any personal account if needed
3. Download the rlpSPHERE App
- iOS: Search "rlpSPHERE" in App Store and install
- Android: Search "rlpSPHERE" in Google Play and install
- Log in with your rlpNetwork credentials
- Enable push notifications for instant lead alerts
4. Complete Your rlpNetwork Profile
- Photo: Professional headshot (required for listings)
- Bio: 150–200 character summary of your experience
- Languages: Add any languages you speak
- Areas Served: Select the regions where you specialize
- Contact: Ensure phone and email are visible to clients
Pro Tip: Your rlpNetwork profile appears on your personal agent page. Keep it updated—it's how clients find and contact you.
rlpSPHERE® CRM
Your daily dashboard for leads, contacts & automation
Access Your CRM
- Web: Go to rlpnetwork.com/rlpsphere
- Mobile: Use the rlpSPHERE app (iOS or Android)
- Log in with your rlpNetwork username and password
Smart CRM — Your Contact Hub
- Add Contacts: Import from email, add manually, or upload CSV
- Set Follow-ups: Schedule reminders for each contact (calls, emails, events)
- Behavioral Automation: rlpSPHERE learns your follow-up patterns and suggests next steps
- Contact Timeline: All interactions logged in one place—never lose a conversation thread
Lead Engine — Generate & Qualify Leads
- Organic Leads: Built-in lead capture forms and landing pages
- Paid Advertising: Optional Facebook/Instagram integration for lead ads
- Lead Scoring: Leads auto-ranked by likelihood to convert
- Lead Assignment: Auto-assign to team members if working in a team
Marketing Autopilot — Automated Campaigns
- Email Drips: Pre-built sequences for new listings, open houses, follow-ups
- Newsletters: Monthly digest templates to keep clients engaged
- Behavioral Triggers: Send automatic emails based on contact actions (viewed listing, opened email, etc.)
- Social Media Integration: Schedule posts from rlpSPHERE (optional)
Client For Life — Date-Based Campaigns
- Automatically send birthday and home anniversary messages
- Build goodwill with past clients and referral sources
- Customize templates to match your brand voice
Pro Tip: Forward Emails to rlpSPHERE
forward-to-crm@rlpsphere.com
Forward client emails to this address and they'll auto-log in your CRM. Never miss a conversation record.
Daily Routine: Log into rlpSPHERE each morning. Check new leads, update follow-up status, schedule next actions. It's your single source of truth for client relationships.
Smart Leads™ Lead Distribution
Leads from website inquiries—respond fast to win them
Where Leads Come From
- Visitor inquiries on royallepage.ca
- Contact forms on your agent bio page
- Home evaluation, market report, and listing alert requests
- Property-specific inquiries from listing pages
How They're Distributed
- Leads arrive via Lead Assign system (you'll get an email notification)
- They also appear instantly in your rlpSPHERE CRM
- Mobile push notification sent if you have the app installed
- Lead status shows as "New" until you engage
Speed to Lead = Success
CRITICAL: Respond to leads within 5 minutes of receiving them. Speed is the #1 predictor of conversion. Call, email, or text—whatever fits the inquiry.
Managing Lead Status
- New: Lead just arrived—you haven't contacted yet
- In Progress: You've made contact, follow-up scheduled
- Qualified: Lead is actively interested and ready to view/transact
- Not Qualified: Lead lost interest or wrong fit for your services
- Converted: Lead became a client or signed listing agreement
Important: Lead Routing & Opt-In
- By default, you receive leads in the geographic areas where you serve
- Talk to Mike Turner (709-256-7999) about customizing lead routing
- Some agents opt out of certain lead types—discuss your preferences with Mike
rlpSPHERE Tip: In your CRM, filter by "Status = New" to see all recent leads in one place. Set a reminder to check every 15 minutes during business hours.
Listings Management
Enhance MLS, fix photos, manage marketing
Enhance Your MLS Listings
- Log in to rlpNetwork and navigate to Marketing > My Listings
- Click Enhance MLS Listings
- Select the property you want to enhance
- Options include:
- Add/edit virtual tour or iGuide
- Upload professional photos and videos
- Edit listing description and highlights
- Add property features and amenities
- Click Submit when complete
Fix Listing Photos & Maps
- Go to Marketing > My Listings > Enhance MLS Listings
- Find the listing with incorrect photos or map
- Delete old images and upload new ones
- Verify map pin is correct (adjust if needed)
- Save changes
Remove QuickQuote™ from a Listing
- If buyers are enabled to estimate property values via QuickQuote on your listing:
- Go to Marketing > My Listings > Enhance MLS Listings
- Find the listing and click Settings
- Uncheck Enable QuickQuote™
- Save changes
Create Exclusive Listings
- Use rlpNetwork to create "Coming Soon" or off-market listings before MLS registration
- Contact Mike Turner for exclusive listing support if needed
CREA Data Distribution (DDF)
- Your MLS listings automatically syndicate to royallepage.ca and partner sites
- Distribution happens within hours of MLS activation
- No extra work required—it's automatic
Pro Tip: Professional photos, clear descriptions, and virtual tours get 3x more buyer inquiries. Invest in staging and photography early in the listing cycle.
Marketing Your Listings
Tools, templates & campaigns to promote your listings
Professional Media
- Photography & Video: Coordinate with Mike Turner for office-recommended vendors
- iGuide Virtual Tours: 3D walkthrough technology—talk to Mike for setup
- Drone Photography: Available through approved vendors
Social Media Templates
- Log into rlpSPHERE and navigate to Marketing > Social Media
- Pre-designed templates for Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn posts
- Customize with property photos and your branding
- Schedule posts or share manually
- Track engagement and reach
Listing Alert Campaigns
- Create automated email alerts for your contact sphere when you list new properties
- Send via rlpSPHERE Marketing Autopilot
- Segment by area, price range, or property type
Print Marketing Templates
- Visit rlpNetwork > Marketing Resources
- Download templates for:
- Flyers and postcards
- Yard signs and rider signs
- Open house invitations
- Market analysis reports
Royal LePage Branded Assets
- Use Royal LePage logo and templates—they're designed to build brand trust
- Ensure logo usage follows brand guidelines (ask Mike if unsure)
- Co-brand with Turner Realty contact info
Marketing Strategy: List your properties on multiple channels the day it activates: MLS, royallepage.ca, social media, email to sphere, and print flyers. Maximum exposure = faster sales and better prices.
Training & Development
Upskill with webinars, courses & coaching programs
rlpCAMPUS™ — Free Self-Paced Learning
- Go to rlpnetwork.com
- Click Training > Learning Portal
- Browse courses on CRM, listings, negotiations, marketing, and more
- Enroll in courses and complete at your own pace
- Earn certificates upon completion
Weekly Live Webinars
- Visit rlpNetwork > Training > Webinar Training
- Upcoming sessions cover:
- rlpSPHERE best practices
- Negotiation tactics
- Digital marketing tips
- Market insights and trends
- Register in advance and join live or watch the recording
REALTOR® Marketing Workshops
- In-person or virtual workshops held twice yearly
- Topics: social media, open house marketing, listing strategies
- Announcements sent via email—keep an eye on your inbox
- Mike Turner can provide dates and registration details
Buffini & Company Coaching
- Royal LePage partners with Buffini & Company for coaching programs
- Peak Producers Program: 12-month group coaching for agents hitting 6–10 sales/year target
- Discounted rates for Royal LePage agents
- Contact Mike Turner for enrollment details
Chris Leader's Edge — Virtual Training
- Optional subscription to advanced real estate courses
- Topics: systems, scripts, objection handling, scaling teams
- Available through rlpNetwork or independent enrollment
Professional Designations
- ABR® (Accredited Buyer's Representative)
- CRS® (Certified Residential Specialist)
- GRI® (Graduate, REALTOR® Institute)
- Royal LePage offers discounted rates—ask Mike for details
Recommendation: Commit to one rlpCAMPUS course per month. Small, consistent learning drives big results. Start with rlpSPHERE fundamentals if you're new to the CRM.
Awards & Recognition
Track progress and earn awards—incentives for top performers
Awards Qualifying Period
- November 16 to November 15 (yearly qualification cycle)
- Tracked automatically by Royal LePage—no paperwork needed
Track Your Progress
- Log into rlpNetwork
- Look for Awards Tracker at the top of the homepage
- See your real-time progress toward qualification thresholds
- Check target GCI, units, and transaction volume
Award Tiers (Ascending Order)
- Sales Achievement — Entry level
- Master Sales
- President's Gold
- Director's Platinum
- Diamond
- Ruby
- Red Diamond
- Executive Circle — Elite tier
Special Recognition
- Chairman's Club — Top 1% of agents nationally
- Award of Excellence — President's Gold or higher for 5 of 7 consecutive years
Team Awards
- Team members share in team awards if they've been on the team for 9+ months
- If you're building a team, ensure all members meet tenure requirements
Recognition Benefits
- Trophies and certificates at annual awards banquet
- Feature in Royal LePage publications and social media
- Eligibility for special brokerage perks and networking events
Questions? Contact Nelia Luis (nelia@royallepage.ca) for award-related inquiries or progress verification.
Support & Contacts
Get help fast—escalation paths & key contacts
Royal LePage National Support
- Phone: 1-877-757-4545 (M–F, 9 AM–6 PM ET)
- Email: help@royallepage.ca
- For general rlpNetwork, MLS, or system issues
rlpSPHERE Live Chat Support
- Available M–F, 5 AM–7 PM PT (7 AM–9 PM ET)
- Access via rlpnetwork.com/rlpsphere
- Best for real-time CRM troubleshooting
Awards & Recognition Questions
- Nelia Luis — Awards Manager
- Email: nelia@royallepage.ca
Team Management & Structure
- Email: teams@royallepage.ca
- For questions about building or managing a team
Your Broker — Mike Turner
- Phone: 709-256-7999
- Email: miketurner@royallepage.ca
- Lead routing, vendor recommendations, local office support, contract questions, and anything not covered above
Escalation Path
- Check the relevant training section in this guide first
- Try rlpSPHERE Live Chat for CRM issues
- Contact Royal LePage Customer Care (1-877-757-4545)
- Reach out to Mike Turner for Turner Realty-specific issues
Pro Tip: Save the key contact numbers and emails to your phone. Bookmark this training page—it's your 24/7 reference for how to do your job.