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You've probably been hearing about "The Cloud" for some time now. And you're probably asking yourself "So what's the big deal?", "Can it make me money?" or "How do I get started using the Cloud?" If so, then this video is for you! Verl Workman will give you a brief overview of the Cloud, how to use it in real estate (and for fun!) and why this new way of working is revolutionizing the work place...and our productivity!
Every once in a while I come across a new concept or idea that is worth sharing. Several months ago I purchased a copy of a new book called “Surviving Your Serengeti” by Stefan Swanepoel. Stefan is a real estate industry leader and one of the most influence people in our space. I thought perhaps this book would be another “how-to” regarding real estate trends, or “how to” survive the downturn, full of information, because those are things Stefan is knowledgeable about. I could not have been more wrong!
The book is a fable of a young couple who visits the Serengeti of Africa to explore and experience firsthand that beautiful land. More importantly, by observing the behavior and unique skills of several the animals of the Serengeti, they learn more about themselves and how those attributes relate to their own interaction with others. Further, they learn from the animals unique skills and strategies that, when understood, can change their own lives.
The book itself is a fascinating and informative read, but one of the best parts is that once you understand each of the seven animals, you are directed to go to www.WhatAnimalAmI.com where you can take a quick and easy 21-question quiz. After you complete the quiz you will be instantly notified which of the seven animals you most closely resemble, along with a detailed description of the character traits. I did it – and I am a mongoose!
OK, so I like to cook! I’ve learned that cooking and baking are very different. I’d have to admit that I prefer whipping up a Cajun chicken pasta over baking a cake. It’s not that I don’t like cake, but when I cook I am able to create, to use my imagination and combine key ingredients that create unique flavors and ultimately a great meal. The greatest pleasure I get from cooking is not from the meal itself, however, but from the reaction of the people for whom I am cooking (my core value.) I love to watch other people enjoying eating my creations.
Success in real estate is very much like cooking. You start with basic principles that always work (the recipe), add some personality and a variety of new ingredients, add to that your core motivating values and a coach that can help you make necessary adjustments along the way, and you’ll be headed in the right direction.
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