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Embrace Change

 

 

 

 

There's a great deli a block away from my newest project (a topic for an upcoming blog post).  When I was in there today, this cup and sign were sitting right next to the cash register.  Yes, the employees wanted tips... and when they make their point so cleverly and originally how can I help but contribute.  But don't take my tip as an indication that I fear change.  That's one of the reasons I love my real estate career... for someone who views change as an opportunity to grow, I can't think of a more rewarding profession!

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This photograph is the exclusive property of Steve Shatsky.  It may not be used or reproduced in any manner without expressed written permission from Steve Shatsky.  ©Copyright 2010.  All Rights Reserved.

 

Comments(63)

Patricia Kennedy
RLAH@properties - Washington, DC
Home in the Capital

Steve, I love it!  When they are this creative and clever about requesting tips, how can you say no?

Dec 13, 2010 03:22 PM
Steve Hoffacker
Steve Hoffacker LLC - West Palm Beach, FL
Certified Aging In Place Specialist-Instructor

Steve,

That is a great sign and a great capture. Nice post. :)

Steve

Dec 13, 2010 03:23 PM
MeLisa Minter, Realtor
Minter Real Estate Services - Taylor Lake Village, TX
Bay Area Houston Real Estate Agent

The sign was funny!

But change is huge!  Some people cannot embrace it.  Other people just take it and run with it.

I'm more of the latter...which is probably why I'm still up on Active Rain tonight. :)

Dec 13, 2010 03:39 PM
Tammie White, Broker
Franklin Homes Realty LLC - Franklin, TN
Franklin TN Homes for Sale

I, like you, view change as an opportunity to grow. 

Dec 13, 2010 03:47 PM
Rita Roninki
Luminary Elements - Broomfield, CO

Very clever indeed. I would have tipped too! I always been one to welcome change in my work and life rather than try to fight it.Seems to work better that way and with less stress :)

Dec 13, 2010 04:02 PM
Fred Griffin Florida Real Estate
Fred Griffin Real Estate - Tallahassee, FL
Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker

Smart move on the part of the Clerk.

I don't tip the Barista clerk at Starbucks, nor any other Walk-Up Counter.

But for this, I might make an exception!

Dec 13, 2010 05:06 PM
Christine Donovan
Donovan Blatt Realty - Costa Mesa, CA
Broker/Attorney 714-319-9751 DRE01267479 - Costa M

I bet this garners lots of attention and additional tips as a result of it.

Dec 13, 2010 05:48 PM
Robin Risley
Kamali Sotheby's International Realty - Cannon Beach, OR
CRS, GRI, Principal Broker

Clever sales people...a real play on words and very apropos for these times.

Dec 13, 2010 06:53 PM
Leah Henderson
Asset Realty, Inc - Columbia, SC
So novel, thanks for sharing.
Dec 13, 2010 11:48 PM
Steve Hoffacker
Steve Hoffacker LLC - West Palm Beach, FL
Certified Aging In Place Specialist-Instructor

Steve,

Nice job on getting the gold feature for this photo post. :)

Steve

Dec 14, 2010 03:25 PM
Steve Hoffacker
Steve Hoffacker LLC - West Palm Beach, FL
Certified Aging In Place Specialist-Instructor

Steve,

Congratulations. This post is now featured on "Speechless SUndays." :)

Steve

Dec 14, 2010 03:29 PM
Teral McDowell
Referral Patners LLC - Murphy, TX

A novel idea! but I don't like to tip unless i am seated at the table and being waited upon. Merry Christmas and hope that new project is coming along well.

Dec 15, 2010 05:09 AM
Gloria Todor
Premier Property Sales & Rentals - Springfield, PA
& Doug Durren (484) 431-3686 in SE PA

Steve, That is great!  Very creative on their part. I'd love to know much their tips have improved since using this great sign!

Life is change....

Gloria

Dec 16, 2010 07:21 AM
Ron and Alexandra Seigel
Napa Consultants - Carpinteria, CA
Luxury Real Estate Branding, Marketing & Strategy

Steve,

Love this sign, somebody that clever has to succeed...Thanks for sharing this with us.  Wishing you continued success, All the best, A

Dec 16, 2010 07:29 AM
Bob McCranie
Broker Associate / Team Lead - Texas Pride Realty Group - Carrollton, TX
Your best advocate when buying or selling your hom

Great video and great blog idea!

Dec 17, 2010 05:31 PM
Lori Cain
Own Tulsa - Tulsa, OK
Midtown Tulsa Real Estate Top Producer

Love it, love it. Hard to believe a deli can get away with that in Dallas Texas though!!

Dec 19, 2010 02:29 AM
Lora "Leah" Stern 914-772-4528
Coldwell Banker, 170 N Main Street, New City NY 10956 - New City, NY
Real Estate Salesperson

Love the sign!  How Clever.  Change is good and as you said, a way to grow.

Dec 20, 2010 01:28 AM
Karen Anne Stone
New Home Hunters of Fort Worth and Tarrant County - Fort Worth, TX
Fort Worth Real Estate

Steve:  There are so many who fear change.  So many who adamantly cling to the status quo... regardless of whether or not staying in that place is a good thing.  Status quo is a familiar place.  And even if it gets painful... at least many feel it's ok... 'cuz it's something they know.

Dec 24, 2010 08:43 AM
Debe Maxwell, CRS
Savvy + Company (704) 491-3310 - Charlotte, NC
The RIGHT CHARLOTTE REALTOR!

Too cute, Steve!  Love the pun and as Karen Anne said, that is seriously the fear of many and we have to overcome that fear in order to be successful!  For me, it sucks!!  LOL

Happy Holidays, cyber hubby!

Dec 26, 2010 06:28 AM
Lee & Pamela St. Peter
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices YSU Realty: (919) 645-2522 - Raleigh, NC
Making Connections to Success in Real Estate

Steve, missed this back in Dec but caught your link on Doug's farewell post!  Don't you just love creative people!  Especially those who love change. 

WHICH is what we're all seeing around here... 

It is the only constant in our lives isn't it?
Pamela

May 21, 2011 01:31 AM