"Shut Down Time"
We never want to stop doing what we need to do for our business or our money making activities. Because, well, we never want to stop making money! Most of the top agents have this on auto pilot. However this time of year and over the winter holidays we need to shut it down a bit mentally, spend some time with family, friends and refuel the tank for the next wave of activity. One of my shut down areas is with the Monday Morning Coffee, this will be my last one for a bit. Please make sure you take the time to relax and enjoy yourself, life is not just about Real Estate.
Enjoy the Coffee,
Joe
INSPIRATION FOR TODAY:
"The beginning of thought is in disagreement,not only with others but also with ourselves."
~ Eric Hoffer
A FEW "NO" MEN!
It’s safe to say that the best results are produced when people work together. Solo projects often suffer from a one-sided perspective and lack of meaningful input. This isn’t to say that you can’t accomplish a lot when working on your own – it takes time and concentration to make progress. Just make sure that you involve other people in your work.
It’s especially helpful when those “team mates” aren’t just “yes men” who always agree with you or fear to offer a different point of view. It’s really essential that the problem is analyzed from at least two sides, and that everyone applies their particular strengths where they’re most needed.
Think about it – there are those who are great at organizing and beginning projects, and there are those who are great finishers. Sometimes we describe folks as “big picture” people, while others are really “good at the details.” Some very creative people easily lose interest once a project is begun, while those who display tenacity might not be so talented at dreaming up the next big thing.
You’ve figured out by now that the point is that it takes both types (or even three or four types) of people to create and complete a project successfully. By involving others whose traits and perspectives are opposite from your own, you’re guaranteeing a better chance of wider acceptance of the results.
While it’s great to have confidence in your work, you shouldn’t be so egocentric that you don’t believe anyone else can offer valuable input or find a better way by looking at things from a fresh perspective. You’ll garner respect and find success when you invite criticism and disagreement. Care to debate it?
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