Tips on how to Stay Positive in a Down Market
As a general rule I would say real estate agents are very positive motivated people. When you have to work twice as hard to make half as much, well that will put your positive attitude to the test. I try to always stay positive, it's not easy but I believe I do a pretty good job at it. Below I made a list of a few things I do to stay Positive!
- Network with business professionals: go to a chamber of commerce meeting, spend some time talking to other professionals that will be eager to share their struggling and success stories
- Post on Active rain: I have found that there isn't a real estate organization anywhere that has members more willing to give advice, positive feedback etc... As quickly as our rainmakers!
- Network with possible clients: charity events, little league baseball games, the grocery store, church, etc... wherever people are go talk to them. Pass out some cards. It's easy if you put your mind to it. You will feel like you have made some real headway if you meet some new people
- Revisit your past successes: Do a drive by of the last house you took to closing, it always makes me feel to reflect on something that I have had success with
- Take a hike! Around a new neighborhood or development in your area. It will help you get to know the area better, and you might even meet someone new in their front yard. Its also great to get that blood pumping with a nice walk!
- Take a class: figure out what areas you are the weakest in and take a class to remedy that, you will be more prepared to deal with that down market
- Watch some stand up comedy: my personal favorite pastime. It gives you an escape from life, where you can laugh and get it all out.
- Write a note: find someone that has helped you or that you really appreciate and let them know. It is amazing how great that can make you feel, and it really makes the other person feel great! Maybe they will exchange the favor!
- Volunteer for something: There are so many great causes out there that need our help, find one that you believe in and help them out, and who knows it might help you out!
- Find something that makes you feel good and do it! If you stay active and do things you believe in, you will make yourself happy without even planning too! Let me know how you stay Positive
I hope this list can help someone, I know some many Rainmakers have helped me!
Thanks, Aaron Poling
Long & Foster
I was really down about this market after a long hiatus on AR that began last summer when I changed brokerages. After I came back, not only am I doing more business, I'm learning more about how others are surviving in this market too. I'm inspired by the members here, and there are so many people that have helped me get over my negative thinking... kinda like this post!
Have a great night!
Wow I love being positive it makes a person feel so good.
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So true. Thanks for your support and postive post.
Thank you Walter, it is true that we must pick ourselves up and remember the times when we were successful, and we must create a positive environment for those around us. We will survive these times and we will be stronger because of that.
Antonio
Walter, great points for keeping a positive posture. Thanks and have a great day!
Aaron - I always try to stay positive when it comes to real estate. It's the rest of my life that I could probably be a little more positive. I like to watch movies, and also play softball to relax.
These are wonderful tips. Volunteering provides another opportunity to meet others while helping out in the community. I like #4, that is a great idea.