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A Smile Can Literally Change Someone's Day

By Darleen McCullen

Real Estate Agent

February 19, 2008 02:03 PM

Written by:
Darleen McCullen, REALTOR®, Broker
Keller Williams Realty
Phone: 919.454.8864
Email: darleen@darleenmc.com

Smiley

As I go about my daily life, I make a conscious effort to smile at and say a cheerful "Hello!" to everyone I make eye contact with.

A long time ago, I realized that some days, that may be the only smile that someone receives. They could be having a great day or one that is a little challenging.

Even if there are language barriers, a smile is the Universal Language. Everyone understands it.

I have had people ask me why I am so happy. The truth is, I have:

A great life, complete with my health and filled with family and friends who love me.
A career that I absolutely love (and would do it for free - and sometimes have!) :-)
Sufficient money to pay my bills and put food on the table.

WHY NOT BE HAPPY? Who could ask for more?

This attitude can also translate over into our daily prospecting for new clients. A smile is such a small thing to some, but could be life-changing to others. Wouldn't you be more receptive to being approached by a friendly, smiling individual than to someone who didn't appear to be friendly?

So...what do you do to add sunshine to someone's day?

Darleen McCullen, REALTOR®, Broker
Keller Williams Realty
Phone: 919.454.8864
Email: darleen@darleenmc.com
Website: http://www.darleenmc.com/

Disclaimer: Opinions expressed by those who are part of the ActiveRain community, including those providing comments relating to this blog, are their opinions and their alone - and do NOT reflect the opinions of Darleen McCullen and Keller Williams Realty. Darleen McCullen and Keller Williams Realty are not responsible for the accuracy (or lack thereof) or content provided by others.

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Jennifer Allan-Hagedorn

Sell with Soul - Pensacola Beach, FL

Author of Sell with Soul

I love this - making eye contact and smiling at strangers does not come naturally to me (at all), but I've been purposely making an effort lately. I don't know if changes THEIR day, but it sure improves mine!

Feb 19, 2008 04:39 PM

Mike Jaquish

Realty Arts - Cary, NC

919-880-2769 Cary, NC, Real Estate

Darleen,

You just know I'm on board on this one!

"When you're smilin..."

And...have a great day!

Feb 19, 2008 10:43 PM

DDR Realty

DDR Realty - Newburgh, NY

Orange County NY

I believe that a smile and a greeting does go a long way. I greet others, as I pass them, with both. And I usually get the same positive response in return.

Feb 19, 2008 10:46 PM

Linda Futral

Newnan, GA

Darleen this is a nice reminder of what one small thing the curving of your lips can mean to someone. Thank you.

Feb 19, 2008 10:48 PM

Todd Finch

Sibcy Cline Realtors - West Chester, OH

Isn't it amazing that they say it takes more muscles to frown than it does to smile but most days it seems harder to do. With Christ living in me it should show in many ways, one being a genuine and caring smile. Thanks for the reminder.

Feb 19, 2008 11:15 PM

Catherine Sinocruz

Coldwell Banker Select Real Estate - Reno, NV

Broker-Salesperson, ABR, GRI, CRS

Hi Darleen,

Thanks for the reminder.

Catherine

Feb 20, 2008 03:19 AM

Hugh Krone

Weichert Referral Associates - Hamburg, NJ

Realtor, Sussex County NJ

Darleen, It is surely something that is easy and can make both your day and others alot more pleasant, thanks for the reminder

Feb 20, 2008 03:26 AM

Lindsey Hasford

Edina Realty - Elk River, MN

Bringing you home...

Smiling goes a long ways.. especially when you smile and you know that they "got it" even if they can't smile back. That's a reminder to me of what a smile can really mean.

Feb 20, 2008 06:22 AM

Darleen McCullen

Raleigh, NC

Broker - Raleigh, NC Real Estate

Jennifer ~ If smiling at strangers doesn't come naturally, it most definitely takes some work. It feels good to smile - and we all have something to smile about.

Mike ~ Thanks for the video. I love it when the whole world is smiling.

Derrick ~ Yes, most people will respond with a smile and at "Hello."

Linda ~ Nicely said!

Feb 20, 2008 10:49 AM

Todd ~ Yes, it is easy to smile when you have Christ in your life. What's not to smile about?

Catherine ~ You're welcome!

Hugh ~ It is easy to smile. Even when I a having a non-so-perfect day, smiling (and laughing) always makes me feel better.

Feb 20, 2008 10:53 AM

Robert L. Brown

www.mrbrownsellsgr.com - Grand Rapids, MI

Grand Rapids Real Estate Bellabay Realty, West Mic

You know a "smile" is free. I wonder why alot of people don't use it.

Feb 20, 2008 01:21 PM

Robert ~ Great point. And the answer is: I don't know! It's a great way to break the ice with someone.

Feb 20, 2008 01:25 PM

Dawn Grasty

Prudential YSU Realty - Durham, NC

Durham NC Real Estate

What a nice post -- thank you! I'm smiling right now as I write this!

Feb 22, 2008 04:49 PM

Gary White~Grand Rapids Home Selling Pro Call: 616-821-9375

Flexit Realty "Flexible Home Selling Solutions" - Grand Rapids, MI

Real Estate Services You can Trust!

Darleen, what a great and positive post. A smile goes a long way and takes so little effort.

Mar 01, 2008 08:17 AM

Dawn ~ Glad you're smiling.

Gary ~ You are so right. It does take so little effort to smile. We should all be doing it!

Mar 01, 2008 10:54 AM

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