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real you: Real You: A thought, a contest, and about dreams - 02/02/11 04:02 PM
     Here's a thought. It's February. Sure, it's cold, blustery and snowy in much of the country and the real estate news still isn't great, but the thought is this: Things will get better and you aren't alone. As you know, many people in many different industries are facing career challenges. Some days it's hard to be resilient, but you must. Why? Because you're getting stronger. Better. There is no exact answer as to how that will happen, not for our industry and not for you as an individual. But it will. If you believe it.
     Have you been taking time … (4 comments)

real you: Real You: Fearless Moves - 11/03/10 02:00 PM
 "You are lucky enough to be different, never change." Taylor Swift Ok, I'm making a fearless move - finally publishing a novel. My dream. It's been there since I was a kid, and now, I'm taking the leap and going for it. What's your fearless move? Have you made one lately? Just last weekend I attended my - gulp - 25th college reunion in Nashville. Thus the inspiration to tap into my country music inspired, Taylor Swift quote above. Taylor's right: You are unique. You, in and of yourself, are your competitive advantage. Have you used your best to your advantage lately? If … (4 comments)

real you: Real You: Something fun, something new - help me pick a cover! - 09/21/10 03:35 PM
     Typically, in my posts here and elsewhere, I opine about entrepreneurs, about keeping the faith in the real estate business and about how once you find it within to define your personal brand your real estate brand will become that more competitive. Be the Real You and your work and life will be that much better, richer.
     To that end, I thought I'd share what I've been up to lately in my Real You world. In addition to being excited to see many of my wonderful friends at the WCR and NAR Conferences in New Orleans this November, I'm also excited to … (14 comments)

real you: Real You: Entrepreneurs keep believing! - 08/25/10 08:38 PM
    Today's U.S. economy is fueled by 29.6 million small businesses, led by people just like you, people who are entrepreneurs who made their dreams into reality. Truth is, the only way to begin the journey of entrepreneurship is to start. And you've don that. That's why you're in real estate. But it's tough out there. I know that. That's why now, more than ever, it's so important to be real.
<br>     Each one of us is in a unique position to approach our work in a fresh new way. One that's real and authentic to each of us as individuals. What compelled … (4 comments)

real you: Is Your Workspace a Reflection of You? - 09/23/08 03:58 PM
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, in 2007 the average American worked 42.9 hours a week. Over the course of a year, this added up to approximately 2230 hours, which is about 92 weeks straight. If you're spending this much time in your office, wouldn't it make sense to create a comfortable work atmosphere that allows you to display your creativity and express your inner passions?
Create an office that reflects the real you by addressing the needs of your five senses. Start with color. When painting or furnishing your office, choose colors that exhibit your personality. For example, those … (3 comments)

 
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Kaira Sturdivant Rouda

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I'm blogging about the entrepreneurial spirit alive and well in real estate and about how important it is to put the real you in your business, for a genuine, sustained competitive advantage. Visit www.RealYouIncorporated.com for more!


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