Jan this is extraordinarily good advice. And so simple too. People don't care how much you know, until they know how much you care. So on the mark with this point and your dentist example illustrated it well in your own life.

Jan- You are absolutely right. As REALTORS we could use to remember this, it will serve us well in life and work! I am sure that it does not take long for your clients to see how caring you are and how important they are to you!

A story in the book is about a hardened bus driver.  He wouldn't stop the bus for anyone except one man.  That man sat next to the bus driver every day and in their conversations made the bus driver feel important.  He felt like the man cared for him and he felt that his job was important. 

Vanessa...  You are such a caregiver that I'm sure your clients do feel important.  Just a few extra words of comfort, guidance, and thoughtfulness goes a long way.  It just boils down to the "golden rule"... 

Jan W:

This post (and the previous one) are so good!  We all need to be reminded of the principles in this book.  It's a classic and no matter what kind of market it is or what's happening to the economy... this is still the truth!

Thanks for making your friends feel important like you always do! :) 

Jan W:  Thanks, friend.  You are such an important part of my life... and I am so glad that we found each other on AR.   I am anxious to hear about Lee's decision and how that's going to impact you... I'll talk with you soon. 

Great message you have sent us all here Jan ! Thanks !

Melissa:  Thanks!  Sorry you didn't get to meet with us when Jan E came up from Panama City.  Can't wait to meet you.  Call me when you come to Nashville and we will try to have another gathering of AR friends!

Great tip and great book.. Thanks for the reminder. The most important thing is to be sincere.

Jan: Thanks for the reminder that we ALL want to feel that we are valued by others. It is a basic requirement for a healthy, content life.  It doesn't take much of an effort to make someone else feel special...and so much good comes of it.

Gita:  Thanks!  Sincerity is the key.

Kim:  My recent posts are a reminder to myself of just the basics, and I just wanted to share. 

Thanks for your comments

Just wanted to remind everyone, that on Wednesday, 4.23.08 at 12 noon we are holding an Official Press Conference and an Open House for the the general public to visit the Ocala Mansion. This will be the only time the public will be able to tour the Ocala Mansion at 1315 SE 22nd. Ave, Ocala, Fl. 34471 prior to selecting the Winner! For more info http://www.ocalamansion.com/      

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"I purchased this magnificent mansion a few years ago for my retirement home and looked forward to having a quiet and simple life there. But sometimes, no matter how carefully you plan out the details of your life or make decisions, things change, and that's exactly what happened," Giovannetti said. "My entire life changed both professionally and personally while I was living there, and I am no longer retired. So to support my new lifestyle and career change I purchased a much smaller home in The Villages. Hence, this essay contest!"

"One person out of 6250 minimum entries will win this magnificent home valued at $1.25 million on or before July 23^rd, 2008. All you have to do is send us your ‘Pet Lover Story' according to the rules and regulations, along with your cover letter, a 4x6 color photograph of the pet and a US $200 entry fee. In 100 to 300 words, tell us about your pet," Giovannetti said.  "‘The Pet Lover Story' can be funny, sad, heroic or inspirational. It can be about a rescue story, service animal, or an act of love or courage. The judges will select a winning entry based upon an honest and sincere expression of thought and emotions about a pet that is heartfelt and one that truly touches the hearts of the judges. It's that easy. "

"Even kids under the age of 18 can enter as long as their entry includes a written statement with a signature from their parent or guardian approving their participation in this contest. The contest is also open to all not-for-profit organizations," she said.

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