Thoughts, Perspectives, MusingsBy Brad Staplin
I could go on and on about what you can and cannot control, but why? That would just cause us to dwell on the things that we have absolutely no control over. As real estate agents, we are independent contractors and don’t have bosses telling us what to focus on. We are our Continue Reading
The important thing to remember about success is that you, and only you, can define what it means. Of course, society, friends, family, nosey neighbors and probably even your cat have their idea of what success is for you. But do not let anyone take that right from you, only Continue Reading
Yes, the market is tough in most areas of the country. Yes, inventory is extremely low. Yes, interest rates are at multi-year highs. Yes, most real estate agents are down significantly in income versus last year, let alone 2021 and before. I see it every day. I see it in my Continue Reading
One of the hardest things in life is to just stop worrying about things we have no control over. I envy people who have that ability, but most of us don’t. We worry about all kinds of things that we have absolutely no say in and no possible way to even change it a little. Continue Reading
The biggest mistake most beginning agents, and those who are struggling, make is that they expect near-instant results on any marketing that they try. Successful agents understand that marketing takes time, and the key to success in real estate, and any business for that Continue Reading
I love stories of people overcoming adversity. Recently, I got interested in the Netflix docuseries Full Swing, which does a great job of showing professional golfers in all aspects of their careers. Some are riding high right now and can do no wrong, while others are Continue Reading
I coach real estate agents on how to organize their businesses and their lives to be successful. Plan, execute, and evaluate are some of my mantras. I also encourage them to dream big, not for possessions but dream big for living the life that you want to live, be the person Continue Reading
I have a friend who is a successful agent in my area who says she got very lucky a few times in her career, especially in down markets. When I asked her about her “luck”, she tells a story about one instance where she met someone at a luncheon and talked briefly about real Continue Reading
I remember when I passed the test and got my license 20 years ago, I was excited with the anticipation of what was to come. I had these dreams of being the top dog someday, having a huge home with acreage, a home at the beach, and a home in Tahoe. I would have lots of people Continue Reading
