What’s on my mind? Grit. Grit: Courage and resolve; strength of character. Angela Duckworth said it well, “At various points, in big ways and small, we get knocked down. If we stay down, grit loses. If we get up, grit prevails. Grit and self-control are related but are not the same thing.” How to […]
Category: Lead Yourself
Personal performance, mindset and daily habits for real estate leaders, agents and students. You can’t lead others further than you lead yourself. Start with Action Produces Data, the coaching framework for consistent production.
Stop the Mind Ants: How to Crush Automatic Negative Thoughts (ANTs)
Like many proud parents, I love celebrating my sons’ accomplishments, even if one opted for the UCSC Banana Slugs while the other two chose the UCI Anteaters! But today, I want to talk about a different kind of “ant and anteater”: the Automatic Negative Thoughts (ANTs) that can infest our minds. Something no large language […]
Onward and Upward
“Onward and upward” is a mindset that requires optimism, empathy, curiosity, and action. Optimism is the ability to overcome adversity despite the circumstances. Empathy is understanding situations from another’s perspective with no judgment. The ability to choose to respond rather than to react. Curiosity. To be effective, be curious: curious about how people are feeling, […]
Solutionist
Have you ever noticed a correlation between winning, market performance, and being a “solutionist?” How do I add more value? How do I contribute more? What problems can I help solve? When I place the client’s needs above my sales objectives it leads to more referrals and more business. That’s a growth mindset for winning […]
Saturday Reflections: Lessons from Golf for Life and Business
Saturday Reflections: Lessons from Golf for Life and Business As I recover from a pinched nerve this Saturday, I find myself reflecting on some golf lesson notes I jotted down. It struck me how these concepts extend beyond the golf course, resonating with business, hobbies, and life itself. Here’s a summary of my notes: Thoughts […]
What’s On My Mind?
What’s on My Mind: Sleep, Soil, and Next-Level Results Ask my family, and they’ll tell you: I’m a solid sleeper. Earthquakes, tornadoes, storms: I’ve snoozed through them all. Yet last night, insomnia paid an unwelcome visit. Regardless, I rose with determination, greeting the day with energy and gratitude. This morning, I found myself in the […]
Ask A Better Question
“The power of questions is the basis of all human progress.” ~ Indira Gandhi I’m not sure who counted, but research says we can have as many as 60,000 thoughts a day. Go figure: the person we have the most dialog with is ourselves. The implication? Ask a better question and get a better answer. […]
Building Resilience
Building Resilience! Let’s start with a few examples: Helen’s Unwavering Vision Helen Keller, despite being blind and deaf, refused to be defined by her disabilities. Through sheer determination, she learned to communicate and became an influential author, educator, and activist. Her journey from isolation to empowerment inspires countless individuals facing their own challenges today. As […]
Adapting to Changing Trends
In today’s dynamic real estate landscape, market trends are constantly evolving. As a real estate agent, staying ahead of these trends is crucial to maintaining a competitive edge and providing exceptional service to your clients. Be bold, be different, stand out from the rest Let’s explore how you can adapt to shifting market dynamics: Embrace […]
The Pain Of Regret Or The Pain Of Discipline
We’re halfway through the year, and I’m curious: how are your New Year’s resolutions holding up? Here’s a quick question for you to consider: “Do you prefer the pain of discipline or regret?” Research shows that we regret those things we have not done MORE than we do the things we have done. Can you […]