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R U Like Famous Cause I've Never Heard Of You?

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Real Estate Agent with Keller Williams Realty 0575737

What is interesting reading around social media, if nothing else it is Best Agentgood for the giggles.

On Instagram, a photo sharing site, many Hollywood and TV type celebrities post what they are up to in their lives, both professionally and personally with family and friends... a little insiders view into what Paris Hilton does on Tuesdays so to speak. A funny comment to one from one "follower" said something in typical shorthand

R U Like Famous Cause I've Never Heard of You?

Talk about humbling, bringing someone back down to earth, that maybe they are too big for their britches. Fame or achievement or celebrity is ALL RELATIVE based on who knows you, where you live, your time of your life. It made me think of real estate agents who claim to be far superior to their peers.

Well maybe yes, maybe no. Maybe they are the condo specialist on the waterfront but couldn't sell horse property to save their life. Maybe it is TEAM numbers, not just them. Take fame and celebrity and accolades with a grain of salt. Find someone that CARES ABOUT YOU. That is the TOP person in my book.

Barbara Hensley
RE/MAX Properties - Rockwall, TX
Homes for Sale in Rockwall County, Texas

Gary, I have never heard of many of the "stars".  Perhaps their fame is in their own mind, just a thought. 

Nov 22, 2013 11:27 PM
Noah Seidenberg
Coldwell Banker - Evanston, IL
Chicagoland and Suburbs (800) 858-7917

Gary it reminds me of the saying "he is a legend in his own mind".

Have a good one my friend.

Your post made me laugh.

Nov 22, 2013 11:40 PM
Jason & Amber Gardner
Hasson Company, Realtors - Sherwood, OR
We're Committed to Your Success!

Well said Gary, what's most important is the people you're helping. Have we ever seen an ad where a surgeon says I've done 300 successful surgeries this year, nope! I might want to know how much experience he has when I'm sitting in front of him alone in his office, but adversiting like that wouldn't get my attention. I'd be more attracted to something that connects with me, makes me feel like I'm in good hands and that the people helping me CARE.

Nov 22, 2013 11:42 PM
Sharon Lee
Sharon Lee's Virtual Assistance - Jonesborough, TN
Retired and loving life

OH darn I thought I was famous. LOL

Nov 22, 2013 11:47 PM
Charles Buell
Charles Buell Inspections Inc. - Seattle, WA
Seattle Home Inspector

Gary, this post goes right along with mine this morning

Nov 22, 2013 11:50 PM
Teral McDowell
Referral Patners LLC - Murphy, TX

Nicely said Gary; hope you are staying warm this cold November day.

Nov 23, 2013 12:25 AM
Anonymous
Tiffany

Well said!  Loved this post, funny and TRUE! :-) 

Nov 23, 2013 12:26 AM
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Jon Kolsky
Kolsky Realty & Management - Long Beach, CA
Licensed California Real Estate Broker

Gary~ I really love this post...... "I never get how others know they are better than others without competing in a competition, and even then it can be confusing when the competition is subjective versus definitive...I feel actions are always better then words, especially when you're bragging

Nov 23, 2013 01:31 AM
Tammy Lankford,
Lane Realty Eatonton, GA Lake Sinclair, Milledgeville, 706-485-9668 - Eatonton, GA
Broker GA Lake Sinclair/Eatonton/Milledgeville

Too funny really.  It is sad when people in all walks of life are overly self important.

Nov 23, 2013 01:31 AM
Bryan Robertson
Los Altos, CA

I like a little fame but I'm with you on wanting people who actually care and like me.  What's life without true friends?

Nov 23, 2013 01:33 AM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
St. George Utah Area Residential Sales Agent

Gary, Better to hope for a little recognition with client fans maybe but not to be famous. Oh, the expectations to be met! Prefer the love and acceptance of my family.

Nov 23, 2013 02:39 AM
Tammie White, Broker
Franklin Homes Realty LLC - Franklin, TN
Franklin TN Homes for Sale

Gary, I met with a seller once who asked how long I'd been in the business because he'd never seen one of my signs. Now, we're a community of 35,000 homes. So it's easy to see why he's never seen my sign. He found out later, I was the best dang agent around. Because as you said, I cared about him. That really does distinguish one agent over another.

Nov 23, 2013 06:24 AM
marti garaughty
garaughty.com - Montreal, QC
a highly caffeinated creative type...

garaughty, abstract art, graphic design, WordPress consultant

Nov 23, 2013 06:58 AM
Brenda Mullen
RE/MAX Associates - San Antonio, TX
Your San Antonio TX Real Estate Agent!!

Love this Gary and so true.  It brings to mind another of my favorite sayings..."Get over yourself" lol :)!  Suggested!

Nov 23, 2013 07:01 AM
Silvia Dukes PA, Broker Associate, CRS, CIPS, SRES
Tropic Shores Realty - Ich spreche Deutsch! - Spring Hill, FL
Florida Waterfront and Country Club Living

Gary, I think you hit the nail on the head.  Sometimes people are notorious rather than famous!

Nov 23, 2013 07:18 AM
William Feela
WHISPERING PINES REALTY - North Branch, MN
Realtor, Whispering Pines Realty 651-674-5999 No.

I prefer to be the plain ol' ordinary me!

I am not better than anyone else nor am I worse.

Nov 23, 2013 09:42 AM
Debbie Reynolds, C21 Platinum Properties
Platinum Properties- (931)771-9070 - Clarksville, TN
The Dedicated Clarksville TN Realtor-(931)320-6730

Gary, We are all different and have different skills. The client needs to check out the agent carefully and see if it is a good match.

Nov 23, 2013 12:32 PM
William Johnson
Retired - La Jolla, CA
Retired
Hi Gary, I loved it. Every time I see someone who thinks they rule, I imagine them taking a crap. That brings instant parity, LMAO
Nov 23, 2013 03:25 PM
Lisa Friedman
Great American Dream Realty - Essex, VT
35 Years of Real Estate Experience!

SOme agents spend 40% of their income on super-marketing themselves and walk away with a rather low net.  Others provide exceptional service and gain loyal customers through word of mouth for a job well done.

Nov 24, 2013 04:35 AM
Cheryl Powell - The Powell Team
Southern Homes of The Carolinas - The Powell Team - Harrisburg, NC
Concord,Harrisburg & Charlotte NC Area Real Estate

Giving exceptional service is a low cost investment with a high potential yield.

Feb 02, 2014 02:21 AM