Lessons Learned In Real Estate - 2011: A Year In Review
2011 ends my 2nd year in real estate. Still so much more to learn but have learned so much this year.
I've learned............
- It's ok not to take overpriced listings. They don't sell and preserving the relationship before it starts is more important.
- It's ok to take a guilt-free day off as long as I've earned it.
- To only take continuing education courses that benefit my buyers and sellers and not just for myself.
- It's ok to not have all the answers and to seek help when I need it. Swallow my pride!
- To get out of my comfort zone. I love door knocking!
- Never to take no for an answer because my clients and customers have benefited from it.
- To take better photos for my listings.
- To help newer agents not make the same prospecting mistakes I've made.
- That blogging for business takes a lot of work but is well worth it and never a waste of time.
- It's ok to pick and choose with whom I want to work with.
- To be realistic about goals.
- That most people and real estate agents are good, hard working, honest people.
- That moving my desk to a quieter area has kept me more focused.
- It's ok to not blog every day. Blogging like a mad woman for 2 years is what has helped keep me in business.
- That short sales can be a real bitch but they do close!
- It's ok to stay away from time suckers and not feel bad about it.
- To manage my time better and to spend more time with my family and friends.
I wish all of you a Happy and Healthy New Year!
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