You have a philosophy of how you run your business and life. You may have never articulated it clearly, but it is there - influencing every decision that you make. In today's real estate market and in the climate of change, maybe it's time to revisit a few things. Consider the following bullet points as you take a deeper look at why you do what you do.

· Take risks. Don't play it safe. The world is changed by those who dare greatly.
· Make mistakes. Don't try to avoid them.
· Take initiative. Don't wait for instructions.
· Spend energy on solutions, not on emotions.
· Shoot for total quality. Don't shave standards.
· Question everything. Welcome change. Disaster is usually the first step in the creative process.
· Focus on opportunities, not problems.
· Experiment.
· Take personal responsibility for fixing things. Don't blame others for what you don't like.
· Try easier, not harder. If success was based solely on hard work the janitor would be president.
· Stay calm!
· Smile!
· Have fun!