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WHEN I FIRST STARTED OUT IN THIS BUSINESS

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Real Estate Broker/Owner with people first...then business Ran Right Realty 636943 licensed to thrill

I would say bout 35 plus years ago, when I first started out in this business, I was stubborn, hard headed and ignorant. I remember finding out how hard it was to learn Real Estate and in a moment of frustration, someone snapped a picture of me capturing my first time out in the Real Estate arena. You could say I was dumb. Some said I was even an Ass and gave them pains in certain areas.....but what did they know?

 ME STARTING OUT...I HAD PROMISE

I quickly learned not to stay in the above dimension because it didn't look good and it doesn't make for a good living either as people would always run ride me around. People just don't relate to hard headiness or stubbornness. I learned to change my demeanor and work on my knowledge banks and eventually ended up changing for the better...BELOW

That's me on the far right with two clients I picked up one evening. WHO would have known? WHO WHOOO? It just goes to show you that birds of a feather do indeed flock together. I was slowly learning to become more reachable but I was still lofty in position and always out of reach if you know what I mean. Plus, I found out that Real Estate hours include being available during the day

HERE I AM JUMPING FROM ONE THING TO ANOTHER....below

BELOW: I then decided to try different things because Real Estate is so vast and there are so many things to learn and explore so I found myself JUMPING AROUND from category to category always taking off just fine but landing pretty hard. You learn that to know much but be the master of nothing interferes with hitting the heights...No jumping around was not for me. I had to stand still for something

Thats me below working hard and trying to pick up the "scent" of the business to sweeten the honey pot. Hard focused work pays off and keeps one busy and helps one to become all they can BEE....You learn that life is more that just chasing dollars and "scents" at some point... You got to smell the flowers sure.... but also make a difference too...mm mm

 

Below is me trying to use all my resources and everything I possessed. I was transparent and easy to read, but still people couldn't relate to my one sided way of thinking. I was always leaning toward the Grey matters and discovered that could come in handy in CELLING (selling) Real Estate. I mean CELLS (sales) make up the core of everything. Yes, CONCENTRATING on cells (sales) and listings is the way to go. But you need substance.....mm mm

 

 BELOW: I knew on was on to something, hard work, using all my resources and giving all I have would lead to me marketing myself so that others would take note. This was a major LEAP for me and it got me very good results too..I decided to take on more body and less brain hoping this would boost sales and enhance the business plan...BELOW

Now things were becoming clearer to me. I was a player, person who could add and subtract and gather assets. The first impression I made from my very first picture to this one is like day and night but I did all the work that brought this about. However, little did I know I was in for more changes that are common in this business

WELL THINGS ARE STARTING TO LOOK UP

 BELOW...I found myself elated one day when I first discovered ACTIVERAIN a serious, educational and fun Real Estate centered site with bonus pot pourri subjects that allowed me to hob nob with my fellow professional Real Estate wizards. Little did I know that belonging to such a site with transform me still again..see below below

 

BELOW: A product of ACTIVERAIN...ACTIVEFAME and ACTIVEGAIN, I now have learned to work smarter and not harder and turn up the creative juices while building my business and promoting my branding all the while I am having FUN FUN FUN...and no my daddy will not take the T-BIRD VETTE awayyyyy (Beach Boys)

I think I will stay at this POSE for a while....as I remind myself to stay with me...the best is yet to be

Comments (25)

Richie Alan Naggar
people first...then business Ran Right Realty - Riverside, CA
agent & author

 

Raymond...my boy those are well chosen words and I thank you for sharing....Diligence is a power tool when wielded correctly

Nov 28, 2012 10:22 PM
Bryan Robertson
Los Altos, CA

Wow, Richie!!  Good gravy you hit a home run with this post.  Have I mentioned how good a writer you are?!  My favorite pick of the group - you laughing.  Well done.

Nov 28, 2012 10:26 PM
Jon Zolsky, Daytona Beach, FL
Daytona Condo Realty, 386-405-4408 - Daytona Beach, FL
Buy Daytona condos for heavenly good prices

Richie - I have no idea of the contest, but gosh, you are so creative and so good. It is fun to read. Thank you

Nov 28, 2012 10:44 PM
Richie Alan Naggar
people first...then business Ran Right Realty - Riverside, CA
agent & author

THE BOYS COMMENT

Bryan..you are one of many person whose comments and belief's I have come to love and respect...Thank you for having me and for your most inviting contest too

Jon...if I can bring a pleasure or an awareness to my fellow man...then my life takes on more meaning for having done so. I am always reminded on how we wont pass this way again and how I am going through life with everyone I meet...Most pleasurable I might add...thank you too Jon...for being Jon

Nov 28, 2012 10:55 PM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
St. George Utah Area Residential Sales Agent

Richie, I definitely did not expect this and am glad I stopped in to read and view your real estate journey! Great stuff!

Nov 29, 2012 03:12 AM
Richie Alan Naggar
people first...then business Ran Right Realty - Riverside, CA
agent & author

Wanda...you are always welcomed...Key under the mat and there is always food in the frig...put your feet up anytime

Nov 29, 2012 03:25 AM
Sheila Anderson
Referral Group Incorporated - East Brunswick, NJ
The Real Estate Whisperer Who Listens 732-715-1133

Richie, this is great. You look great now!

Nov 29, 2012 03:49 AM
Richie Alan Naggar
people first...then business Ran Right Realty - Riverside, CA
agent & author

Sheila...I have come a long ways...but I am happy to be here...with you...thank you S

Nov 29, 2012 05:09 AM
Brenda Mullen
RE/MAX Associates - San Antonio, TX
Your San Antonio TX Real Estate Agent!!

This is an AWESOME post Richie...no fair...this much creativity is bound to win :)!  Of course I suggested...very good..(oh and great photos too)!

Nov 29, 2012 06:52 AM
Roberta Kayne
Dublin & Central Ohio Homes - Dublin, OH
CRS, ABR, SFR, RRS, Realtor, Re/Max Affiliates

Very creative post Richie.  Good luck with the contest - looks like you've won quite a few votes already :-)

Nov 29, 2012 06:57 AM
Brian Rugg
Rugg Realty LLC Sun City Texas 512-818-6700 - Georgetown, TX
Sun City TX Real Estate - Georgetown, TX Real Est

Hello Richie - And I thought I had a clever post on this subject. Well done sir!

 

Ps Happy to talk Vettes anytime. Yours a C4?

 

Sun City Texas

Nov 29, 2012 07:12 AM
Richie Alan Naggar
people first...then business Ran Right Realty - Riverside, CA
agent & author

 

Hello little Brenda...You know it is Bryan fault in regards to the creativity...he went ahead and said...to make it fun and I don't have to be told twice when I hear that...I just take off...Thanks for your support my professional friend Brenda

Hello Roberta...thank you and Roberta, you know those famous chickens they talk about that should not be counted on until they hatch....Well lets wait until we hear clucking noises on winning votes...until then, everyone is looking good in my opinion

 

 

Nov 29, 2012 07:13 AM
Richie Alan Naggar
people first...then business Ran Right Realty - Riverside, CA
agent & author

VETTE SPOKEN HERE HERE

 

Brian...do you have a double 0 or  00 number? I mean if I saw you with a drink in your hand, I would know it is shaken and not stirred Mr. Rugg...Brian Rugg....BONUS: We remain vette brothers? Yes it is a C-4 and the body style just speaks to my innards...Vettes make good pettes...eh Brian?

Nov 29, 2012 07:28 AM
Bob Crane
Woodland Management Service / Woodland Real Estate, KW Diversified - Stevens Point, WI
Forestland Experts! 715-204-9671

Hello Richie, I heartily enjoyed watching your transition during the past thirty five years, thanks for sharing all of these photos from your youth.

Nov 29, 2012 09:50 AM
Richie Alan Naggar
people first...then business Ran Right Realty - Riverside, CA
agent & author

 

hello pal Bob...It is amazing how one can go from one phase to another. That's what this business does to you Bob

Nov 29, 2012 11:04 AM
Christine McDaniel
Christine McDaniel Realty, LLC - Avon, IN
Broker Associate

Richie - What a transformation!  Such a funny post.  I love your current picture.

Nov 29, 2012 12:45 PM
Tamara Inzunza
Realty One Group Capital - Alexandria, VA
Close-In Alexandria and Arlington Living

I love the wise owls!  Very creative indeed.  You rock!

Nov 29, 2012 10:12 PM
Richie Alan Naggar
people first...then business Ran Right Realty - Riverside, CA
agent & author

THE GIRLS RULE

 

Hello Christine...thank you kindly young lady...I dont miss the working as hard as a mule days either..lol

Tamara...How do I love thee....let me count the ways...Richspeare

Nov 29, 2012 10:23 PM
Joni Bailey
101 Main St. Realty - Huntsville, TX
Your Huntsville / Lake Livingston Area REALTOR®

You're has to win the most creative and FUNNIEST part of the contest FOR SURE!

Nov 30, 2012 06:56 AM
Richie Alan Naggar
people first...then business Ran Right Realty - Riverside, CA
agent & author

 

Joni...I will agree I am to be considered, but Joni...there is lots of talent and beauty in this contest...thank you Joni

Nov 30, 2012 08:53 AM