Think Positive -- 2008 can be great.

I've heard a lot of different opinions about how this year is shaping up.  From GREAT to I'm looking for another profession.

I've sat in on a number of motivational speakers just by chance and have enjoyed their enthusiasm and understand where they are coming from.  (thanks to ReMax and Toastmasters for the invites)

A good friend gave me the book by Jack Canfield - The Success Principle.

I took all these coincidences as a good sign and a sign to stay positive and go for the gold.  They each sent a message a little different but in a way the same. With all the changes going on we need to look at that and make our own changes to steer in the right direction. 

Don't be afraid to go and talk to those that are doing well and ask them how they are doing it. Most will not mind sharing.  Find out what is working and do that and try to improve.

I try to practice staying positive at all times. If asked "how are you doing" my general response and has been for years is "GREAT".

I try to convey at each and every meeting that I'm doing great, it's great to see you, it's great to work with you, it's great to be with you and it's great to be here and now. 

I believe that we can make a difference in everyones outlook on life. We all need to focus on the positive and be happy. 

Those of us that do --  WILL MAKE 2008 -- GREAT

 
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8 Comments on Think Positive -- 2008 can be great.

"We cannot choose the things that will happen to us. But we can choose the attitude we take toward anything that happens. Success or failure depends on your attitude."

                                                                                      Alfred A. Montapert

 

Great Post

Sonja in Olympia WA 

03/23/2008 11:49 AM by Sonja Priebe (City Realty Inc.)

Great post. I think t he ones that are saying they are having a bad year are the ones that are use to having the business handed to them. I feel that we are back in a normal market where you have to prospect for your buyers and sellers. I think that 2008 will weed out alot of the want to be Realtors, Loan officers and inspectors. I hope this doesn't affend anyone but i am tired of all the people sitting around mopping they have no business.

03/23/2008 11:53 AM by Tammy Lane & Terry Coleman (Re/Max Elite)

Great book...my son and I are going thru it together..

03/23/2008 12:22 PM by Pat O'Reilly (RE/MAX)

Rick, you are so right. Attitude makes all the difference in the world. I have to agree with Tammy, the market is back to normal where you have to prospect and find business. Is it better than it was 3 years ago, no? Is it better that it was 10 years ago, yes. It is a whole lot better than it was 20 years ago. It's all relative and you have deal with the situation at hand and make the best of it.

Good Post!

03/23/2008 12:55 PM by Michael Setunsky (Michael's Commercial LLC)

Great post, I too believe that attitude makes all the difference in the world.  That and faith is what keeps me going.  2008 will be a great year!

03/24/2008 02:23 AM by janie masterson

I love your attitude.  I always see the glass as half FULL not half empty.  Great reminder to all in this tough time.  It will get better, it always does!!!!

03/24/2008 07:08 PM by David Holden DRH Home Inspection Akron, Ohio Summit (DRH Home Inspection Akron, Ohio Summit County Home Inspector)

Try not listening to the radio, TV, or read a newspaper for a month. So much of this negative news can hinder your ability to move forward. If you are not aware of what is happening you will continue forward at full speed and reach the end of the road with a Great Attitude and $$$ in your pocket.

Each day is brand new opportunity, make the best of it.

Carl - Actigve Rain Group: Hill Country Inspector

03/24/2008 08:48 PM by Carl & Ceil Winters (Complete Inspection Service, New Braunfels, Texas 78133)

You are absolutely right. Being positive and focusing on the positive is what is going to make our careers shine. Great Post!

04/08/2008 11:29 AM by Aili Stone (Stanmor Realty, Co)

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