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2014 Is Going To Be A Great Year

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Real Estate Agent with Coldwell Banker 475.140531

I got a notice that there was going to be a very important meeting at one of our offices this morning, we have two in our town. They are brother and sister offices with the same managing broker. The email said it was a 2014 kick off and that important information will be given. I have to admit that I do not go to the meetings because I have so much responsibility. I read the summery.

I work about 60 hours a week, do Active Rain Blogs and are the care taker for my parents, mostly my almost 91 year old dad who requires early morning and afternoon driving to and from downtown Chicago and it is enough to keep me out of trouble cause I have zero time.

Anyway the meeting was to read off all these stats and they were just great. We are the number one brokerage, our numbers are up staggering and we are rocking.

Now I am not saying this to brag, please do not take it that way. I am only saying something positive in writing to make me feel good and maybe to motivate you.

In our office which is the Downtown Evanston office I came in 3rd place as top producer. Second place is a team of two guys so of course two heads are better than one and first place was a super star who has been in the business for a 100 years and knows everyone in the world. 

I am patting myself on the back right now because I made goals and they worked. Yes I was a top producer last year but I had a personal assistant and not so much extra duties as 2013.

All I am saying is this. Set your goals, stick to them, keep a smile on your face even if you feel like crying if you are in front of the public and find good outlets like Active Rain to promote yourself.

 

That's what I did. Life is not all wine and roses. I have had some unpleasant issues but that is not what we are talking about now.

Active Rainbow

Active Rainbow

Comments (16)

Ron and Alexandra Seigel
Napa Consultants - Carpinteria, CA
Luxury Real Estate Branding, Marketing & Strategy

Noah,

Congrats on your numbers and you should pat your back all the time.  My dear friend always say, "Get off your back"!  Have a great week.  A

Jan 13, 2014 04:13 AM
Mary Ann Smith,
Keyes 786-278-6598 www.MarySmith.Keyes.com - Kendall, FL

Congrats on your performance and guess what you deserve to brag because no one else going to do it for you.  So you go out and rock for 2014.  Bless you for taking the time to care for your parents as you would get it back four fold.  Have yourself a ball and enjoy your numbers.  Let's Rock 2014!!!!!!!!

Jan 13, 2014 04:26 AM
Peter den Boer
Atlanta Communities - Woodstock, GA
MBA,GRI, Associate Broker, Realtor

Noah - Wow, you have a lot on your plate. With everything going on in your life and still place 3rd? You rock, man!

Jan 13, 2014 04:52 AM
Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

Hi Noah -- a job well done deserves some praise -- look yourself in the mirror and remember this famous Stuart Smalley quote:

 

You're Good Enough, You're Smart Enough, and Doggone It, People Like You

 

Jan 13, 2014 05:02 AM
Larry Johnston
Broker, Friends & Neighbors Real Estate and Elkhart County Subdivisions, LLC - Elkhart, IN
Broker,Friends & Neighbors Real Estate, Elkhart,IN

Hi Noah,  Somehow that does not surprise me that you are a top Agent (3rd is tops in my book) I have to commend you for all that you accomplish for what you have to do on the side.  Good for you.  I bet it will be a good year!

Jan 13, 2014 08:22 AM
Noah Seidenberg
Coldwell Banker - Evanston, IL
Chicagoland and Suburbs (800) 858-7917

Ron & Alexandra, Mary Ann, Peter, Michael, Larry thank you. Let's just hope I can improve even more in 2014.

Jan 13, 2014 01:13 PM
Eric Crane -- Your Full Service, Discount Fee Realtor®
DPR Realty LLC - Gilbert, AZ
Greater Metro Phoenix Arizona

Noah way to go -- you are to be congratulated for your success in real estate, but also for your dedication in helping your parents.  I hope that 2014 brings you even more success!

Jan 13, 2014 02:19 PM
Noah Seidenberg
Coldwell Banker - Evanston, IL
Chicagoland and Suburbs (800) 858-7917

Thank you Eric and I wish you the same.

Jan 13, 2014 02:26 PM
Joe Petrowsky
Mortgage Consultant, Right Trac Financial Group, Inc. NMLS # 2709 - Manchester, CT
Your Mortgage Consultant for Life

Good morning Noah. It sure does sound like you do your business the right way, it has paid off and will continue to pay dividends in 2014. Well done.

Jan 13, 2014 06:47 PM
Andrew Mooers | 207.532.6573
MOOERS REALTY - Houlton, ME
Northern Maine Real Estate-Aroostook County Broker

Easy to get discouraged and become overwhelmed. But not if you pull in the sights and think today, do the best, go above and beyond just today. Instead of getting blown away at the thought of everything ahead when you have a lot of obligations, personal and business food on your plate. Sounds like you are a good manager of your time and count your blessings, keep a positive attitude.

Jan 13, 2014 09:18 PM
Scott Godzyk
Godzyk Real Estate Services - Manchester, NH
One of the Manchester NH's area Leading Agents

Congratulations on your results, hard work does pay off. Staying positive is the only way to live life and business. 

Jan 13, 2014 10:58 PM
Evelyn Johnston
Friends & Neighbors Real Estate - Elkhart, IN
The People You Know, Like and Trust!

Congrats setting goals is where it is.  Unfortunatly not many do, you are right thought, you ROCK!

Jan 13, 2014 11:29 PM
Beth Atalay
Cam Realty and Property Management - Clermont, FL
Cam Realty of Clermont FL

Cyber high five to you Noah! You're an amazing person who cares about others much and an awesome Realtor®. 2014 will indeed be a GREAT YEAR.

Jan 14, 2014 12:42 AM
Noah Seidenberg
Coldwell Banker - Evanston, IL
Chicagoland and Suburbs (800) 858-7917

Thanks everyone. My OCD ultra competitive self is worrying nowon how I can out do myself this year.

The best to you all!

Jan 14, 2014 01:13 AM
Charles Stallions
Charles Stallions Real Estate Services - Pensacola, FL
850-476-4494 - Pensacola, Pace or Gulf Breeze, Fl.

Congratulations Noah my theory is if can't brag on yourself then no one else will. 

Jan 14, 2014 09:48 AM
Donna Foerster
HomeSmart Realty Group - Parker, CO
Metro Denver Real Estate Assistant

Noah~ Attitude and mindset are key in success! Way to go! Congrats!

Jan 21, 2014 12:40 PM