If your phone is practically an extension of your body, you’re in good company. The market-research group Nielsen found that the average American spends nearly 11 hours every day interacting with some type of media. We spend roughly three hours of that time on a smartphone or tablet, viewing apps, social media, or streaming services. […]
5 Habits of Highly Successful People
Many highly successful people incorporate the same daily habits into their routines. These behaviors are so common among self-made millionaires that social researchers have identified and published the secrets to their success. Thomas C. Corley, a financial planner and researcher, studied 177 self-made millionaires to identify their daily habits. In his book “Change Your Habits, […]
A Better Work/Life Balance for Realtors
Let’s face it: being a Realtor is hard work. You spend countless hours – including nights and weekends – showing homes, writing contracts, attending closings, and marketing to potential clients. It’s a 24/7 job, and it can take a toll on your personal life. Keep yourself from getting overwhelmed and overworked by finding an appropriate […]
Bill Gates Was Right: Content Is King, But Only If You Own It
It’s been more than 20 years since Bill Gates coined the now-ubiquitous phrase, “content is king,” in an essay about the rise of the Internet. It was the early days of the Internet, years before the dot-com bubble would burst, when companies and individuals were still trying to make sense of the budding interactive network. […]
Questions For You and Your Clients To Ask Each Other
The savvy Realtor will continually evaluate his or her own performance. How am I doing? What could I be doing better? What do I need to learn? Question yourself from the perspective of self-improvement—not self-incrimination. And when you’re done with those questions, here are ten more that will open up new perspectives and new opportunities: […]
Get a Head Start on the Year with Your Personal “SWOT” Analysis
For years successful companies have used the SWOT analysis (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats) to evaluate themselves and develop strategies for moving ahead. But this exercise is not just useful for corporations and businesses. You can use it to develop your own strategic growth plan for the year ahead. Here’s how: The secret is to look […]