Today, I went to a cookout/bonfire about 25 minutes outside of Kenosha. I knew a few people there, but for the most part it was all my husband's co-workers and their friends. I had been at the party for about an hour when someone asked how the "real estate business was going". When I concluded with my answer to this question, a gentleman across the fire spoke up and said, "So, you're also a Realtor?". As it turns out he is also a real estate agent in Kenosha.
It just struck me that you never know where you might meet a fellow colleague, or perhaps a future client! Something to think about the next time that you go out....
Along the same lines...
In junior high, there were two guys that were the "popular guys" in our class (Sean and Jeremiah). After junior high, I went to a different high school a few towns away. For the most part (despite good intentions and year book promises to keep in touch) I lost contact with all my junior high classmates.
A few months ago, my brother moved out of my parents house, and his roommate is Jeremiah (they met in college). We now play on the same volleyball team.
As for Sean, well, I ran into him about five years ago, but haven't seen him since. However, his dad is one of the owners of a large custom home building company near my office.
For me these are great reminders to think before you act/speak, and don't burn any bridges. When I was sitting in History Class back in 7th grade, I never thought that those people could have an impact on my life/career years later!!
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