Are you ready for some . . . Real Estate fitness tips for thriving in today's Real Estate market?
I am sure that you can name names of agents who are barely surviving. Some agents spend their entire careers just above the poverty level while others quickly rocket to the top no matter what type of market exists. Which type describes you?
Even before I made mydecision to enter Real Estate I watched a friend, who became my role model, become a very successful agent in the early eighties. Remember when interest rates were inching upward toward 18%.
Her secret: hard work and determination as well as understanding that no matter what is happening in the market there will always be people who need to buy and sell. She told me that people are getting married 
having babies 
changing or losing jobs. Then factor in life changes such as empty-nest 
syndrome or divorce 
sickness or death.
Real Estate fitness tips for thriving in today's Real Estate market:
- Work hard and smartly
- Be dedicated to being the Best of the Best in your market
- Be positive (Yes, you can have a bad day & feel depressed, but only for 24 hrs. That was my personal motto for success.)
- Cultivate your sphere of influence (SOI) who will recommend you as the Real Estate agent of choice
- Be active. Join a new organization & get involved. Golf or bowling league, MOPs (mothers of pre-schoolers)
- Talk to your neighbors while shoveling snow or cutting the grass
- Wear your name badge or logo clothing everywhere. (I had one agent who said he wore his logo clothing everywhere but in bed)
- Develop new sources of business. Investment properties / Foreclosures / HUD or VA repos / First-time buyers / Second homes / Condos
Goal: Be where buyers and sellers are and let them know you want to be their agent of choice
Are your fit and ready for more business? 
Join me in Real Estate Continuing Education or Pre-license class in Erie, PA www.alankells.com Mary Yonkers, instructor
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Great advice!
Thanks, Bridget and it's very nice to meet your here.
Mary.... we are experiencing a surge... which is why i have not been here... may have to take another sabbatical.... I will let you know by a post soon...
Mary, just finished attending a seminar that touched on this same topic...
Wear your name badge or logo clothing everywhere. (I had one agent who said he wore his logo clothing everywhere but in bed)-That is something I am doing more now. And I need to not only become more involved in my church by re-joining a ministry but also doing volunteering. You never know where your next client is going to come from? Thanks for sharing this Mary. Great post.
Great got follow the basics post Mary - and I'd add blog blog blog!!!!! I remember a trainer years ago ask me if I were a 'secret agent". I looked at him weird and said what? WHERE IS YOUR NAME TAG -DON'T LEAVE HOME WITHOUT IT!
Thank you for that wonderful advice Mary! Sometimes I do feel a bit beat up some days but I continue to go forward and make the most of my time in a positive way!
Diane--I was missing you, but I understand. Busy surges are important and what we work for. I keep thinking that I will write a few drafts for those busy times.
Michael--Good minds think alike, I guess. Thanks for stopping in tonight.
Lanre--Logo clothing helped pick up a buyer client at the grocery store at 6:30 am one summer morning. I was on my way home after an early walk. Yes, the ministry is another great way to be of service--in more than one way.
Anna--Yes, Blog, blog and more blogging. Thanks for reminding us about the 'secret agent.' Even our friends and friends of friends need to be reminded of what we do and how we can help them.
Wanda--Hopefully you have someone who can lift you up when you feel down. That really helps. Soon I will write a 'positive post' on the importance of maintaining a positive attitude.
Good points Mary! I've watched many agents come and go while others stayed, over the years. The more successful ones seem to have some common threads. They are methodical, systematic, consistent, and above all they seem to be active in their community.
Great blog post Mary and alot of wisdom! Wear that name badge!
This post is a great kick-in-the-pants for anyone feeling blah today!
Thank you!
Great advice Mary! You've reminded me that it's time to order another name badge. I have no clue where mine is. Just as soon as I order on, my old will show up! Oh, well, I can keep one in my car for those senior moments when I leave home without it.
Mary, These are some great and timeless thoughts for real estate success!
Steve
As my wise old grandmother said, "Successful people are not lucky. They simply work hard."
Good morning Russel,
I had to start responding with your comment because your grandmother sounds so much like mine. And my mother is very, very similar, too. Even when I am not with her I can hear her little, wise sayings. Thanks for visiting here.
Mary
Myrl--I am so happy to see you again. Your choice of words is so accurate. They sums up my post very well. Thanks for stopping in. Mary
Evelyn--I appreciate your visit & comments. Name badge or logo clothing--just like all the sports teams--name recognition.
Lisa--Sometimes we all need that kick in the pants. It motivates us to action, hopefully.
Irene--I am glad that I could be helpful. More than one name badge--not a bad thing and the cost is miniscule to the pay-off.
Steve & Joel--I am glad you found my tips helpful. Glad you made the trip across country to visit me via the post. I will do the same after I get my coffee & morning paper.
Mary ~ Good list... If I may add: Have GOALS and work toward them. Hand out business cards everywhere you go. That is a hard one but I make myself do it. Get involved with the community and volunteer where you can be of service that you enjoy. If you pick something you have no passion for you will not do well. I also agree with you and Russel its not about luck.
June--Thanks so much. I think you & I need to team up when I write my next training manual.
Community service can be so rewarding and FUN especially if your family participates, too.
Mary ~ That would be fun and an honor! Let me know when your thinking about it so I can make time.
You are so right on this. We are in control of our destiny. No time to feel sorry for ourselves and make excuses when we are busy doing the things on this list. Thanks!
Will do, June. It would so much fun.
Frank, Thanks for your insight. Just work hard and smartly. Good advice.
Great advice Mary!! In others words, keep on keeping on right?
Hi Al & Peggy,
Thanks for popping in last night. Sorry I wasn't in at the time.
Mary