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Letting People Off The Hook With Their Guilt Of Failure

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Real Estate Agent with Keller Williams Realty 0575737

Bad Sorry DogIn today's troubling times particularly with the economy, REALTORS need to wear their psychologist and motivator hats often with clients and

Let People Off The Hook With The Guilt Of Failure.

Failure seems around from unemployment, loss of homes, broken relationships due to stress or different values. I read of a man unemployed for a year kissed his wife goodbye in the morning and being out of work an entire year later hung himself.

We will encounter people with tough times but we need to be encouragers. Remind people failure is an OUTCOME and FAILURE IS NOT PERMANENT.

They beat themselves up enough. LIFT THEM and help them MOVE ON.

Kevin Sembrat
Diversified RCS Inc; http://www.ManhattanPropertiesGroup.com - Manhattan, NY

Hi Gary,

Great advice not only for our clients, but also for our colleagues, friends and family :-)

Thanks,

Kevin

May 11, 2012 12:55 AM
Bill Gillhespy
16 Sunview Blvd - Fort Myers Beach, FL
Fort Myers Beach Realtor, Fort Myers Beach Agent - Homes & Condos

Morning Gary,  Yes !  We need to have a sense of how our clients are doing emotionally.  Lots of pain out there.  Love the pic of the Beagle !

May 11, 2012 12:56 AM
Elite Home Sales Team
Elite Home Sales Team OC - Corona del Mar, CA
A Tenacious and Skilled Real Estate Team

I totally agree.  Failure is a poor state of mind.  Setbacks happen difficulties happen we must help our fellow man realize the success after a dificulty is important.

May 11, 2012 12:58 AM
William J. Archambault, Jr.
The Real Estate Investment Institute - Houston, TX

Gary,

Their is failure and there are stepping stones.

I applaud those that try!

Bill

May 11, 2012 01:00 AM
Wayne Zuhl
Remax First Realty II - Cranford, NJ
The Last Name You'll Ever Need in Real Estate

Failure is an event, not a person. Good support structures can help remind people that one stumbling block isn't the end of the road. Your post should be read by everyone, so I'm suggesting it.

May 11, 2012 01:03 AM
Jerry Newman
Brown Realty, 210-789-4216, - San Antonio, TX
Texas REALTOR, San Antonio Military Relocation

Nice Motivator today, Gary. We all may have some type of failures at one time or another, but we need to get back up and "Try Again". Having a Never Give Up Mentality helps us through the rough times.

May 11, 2012 01:04 AM
Teri Clardy
Colorado Premier Staging, LLC - Littleton, CO
APSD Certified Home Stager Pro

Great post Gary and not just for business clients.  Everyone needs a little encouragement once in a while, and to have someone tell them they are OK whether they have failed or succeeded.  We all fail at one point or another in our lifetimes and we need to look back on that and have empathy for others.

May 11, 2012 01:12 AM
John McCormack, CRS
Albuquerque Homes Realty - Albuquerque, NM
Honesty, Integrity, Results, Experienced. HIRE Me!

LIFT THEM and help them MOVE ON..... Amen!

May 11, 2012 01:15 AM
Debb Janes
Nature As Neighbors - Camas, WA
Put My Love of Nature At Work for You

Aw sad puppy face. :(

Heck, we all fail at one time or another, if not, I doubt we're growing much. The world is filled with pain and sadness, we can all do so much by recognizing those in need of a pat on the back, or a kind word. It's an easy gift to give. So is a simple smile.

May 11, 2012 01:37 AM
Paul S. Henderson, REALTORĀ®, CRS
Fathom Realty Washington LLC - Tacoma, WA
South Puget Sound Washington Agent/Broker!

One thing I learned a long time ago is even if I don't get the listing, I can give the people additional information to make their life easier in the days to come... 

May 11, 2012 04:59 AM
Hannah Williams
HomeStarr Realty - Philadelphia, PA
Expertise NE Philadelphia & Bucks 215-820-3376

Everyone is around when times are good true friend are there when times are rough and tough..

May 11, 2012 06:31 AM
Kristine Ginsberg
Elite Staging and Redesign, LLC - Short Hills, NJ
NJ Home Stager

Gary - I'd be remiss if I didn't mention that's the cutest puppy. Now on to your post - I've heard similar stories and we've all failed at one time or another - I know I have. We should all have compassion for people especially now with the economy being what it is. Love your kind, compassionate heart. Have a great weekend!

May 11, 2012 06:45 AM
Kathryn Maguire
GreatNorfolkHomes.com (757) 560-0881 - Chesapeake, VA
Serving Chesapeake, Norfolk, VA Beach

Everyone has a time in their life where they really need to have someone who will not judge but lift them up.  Great post...and that photo!  All I can say is "awwwww!"

May 11, 2012 08:32 AM
Tom Arstingstall, General Contractor, Dry Rot, Water Damage Sacramento, El Dorado County - (916) 765-5366
Dry Rot and Water Damage www.tromlerconstruction.com Mobile - 916-765-5366 - Placerville, CA
General Contractor, Dry Rot and Water Damage

People are going through some tough situations today. Maybe we can keep them focused on the solution rather than dwell on the negative.

May 11, 2012 05:31 PM