Wondering about becoming a real estate agent

[Landon Belk]

I am considering becoming an agent as a way to help my future investing career. I'm in the dark about how newbie agents get started, however. I understand that after I pass a required exam I'll be able to apply at a brokerage but where does it go from there? Are the brokerages good at getting new agents going by giving them the proper training and mentorship? What can I expect after I apply? What is the process for the new guy/gal that signs up?