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WHAT IS THE DEFINITION OF STRESS

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Managing Real Estate Broker with Platinum Properties- (931)771-9070 TN Broker: 208698

Many people say being in the real estate business is stressful. Here's how to cope courtesy of Grant Schneider.

Original content by Grant Schneider

Many Westchester County business owners have told me that they feel like a hamster on a wheel. They are overworked and overwhelmed. Many blame the rapid pace of business or the economic fact that business must do more with less. Technology has made our lives easier, right? Yes, but it has also created more pressure. Instant communication on handheld devices gives us the sense of urgency and feeling that we must always be working. Everything seems to go faster, leaving everyone feeling overworked, overloaded, and overwhelmed.  

Today, I read a post from Barbara Todaro titled Where Do You Usually Find Your Head? Dangerous Question To Ask HERE!!   In many cases stress comes from doing something you dislike and an also for which you have no talent.  Like Barbara, many on this platform enjoy and thrive on the activity and can't get it out of your head. 

So if you are having real stress I suggest considering these 5 steps beginning first and foremost with number 1.

 

1. Know Your Purpose.

Do you have a road-map and purpose? That would be your vision, your goals, and your plans. Each day identify the tasks you must accomplish and prioritize them. Also, set aside time to invest in your future. If you have yet to write out your life priorities, then take time to do this. It could be the most important hour that you spend in your life.

2. Say No.

Be fiercely protective of your time. Make sure each new commitment adds value for you. Do what is necessary and then stop. Rather than ask yourself, "What can I do?" ask, "What can I not do?" Avoid low value tasks, new projects, and distractions. Then tell people about your decisions. Huge amounts of effort are wasted by people trying to complete tasks that someone else decided to ignore.

3. Schedule Life.

Even if you ride an accelerating treadmill, you can step off occasionally. Leave work at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. Take Saturday or Sunday off. Give yourself a two minute break to close your eyes, rub your neck, or meditate. Set a date with family members for a meal or an activity. You may want to put this date on your calendar as if it were an important business appointment because it is.

4. Protect Yourself.

When you’re tired, your efficiency falters. Thus, eat healthy foods, get enough sleep, avoid toxic habits, and exercise (use the stairs, do crunches or push-ups in your office, take a five minute yoga break). If possible, schedule exercise as if it were a business appointment.

5. Be Efficient.

Spend time only with people who add value to your life. Buy only from companies that provide support. Hold effective meetings. Decline invitations to meetings without an agenda as I guarantee these will accomplish nothing. Avoid conflicts; they always cost time to repair. Keep your cool; anger always costs you more than what it achieves. Take a moment to plan before starting a task.

 

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 Above all set goals for your work and your life. A good work life balance and a time management strategy will keep you on track and avoid becoming overwhelmed.  For a similar post on our web site see ARE YOU STRESSED OUT?

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Comments (6)

Endre Barath, Jr.
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties - Beverly Hills, CA
Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002

My life is full of stress and many times it is self created... other times it is created by Diane, now with that said let me read what our friend Grant Schneider  had to say about the subject:))Endre

May 10, 2018 10:53 PM
Sheila Anderson
Referral Group Incorporated - East Brunswick, NJ
The Real Estate Whisperer Who Listens 732-715-1133

Good morning Debbie. This is an excellent re-blog and I missed it. Good choice to re-blog.

May 11, 2018 12:45 AM
Gita Bantwal
RE/MAX Centre Realtors - Warwick, PA
REALTOR,ABR,CRS,SRES,GRI - Bucks County & Philadel

Thank you for reblogging the post. Grant always writes great posts. I missed reading the original one 

May 11, 2018 03:51 AM
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

Thank you very much, Debbie, for sharing this excellent reblog selection.

May 11, 2018 05:48 AM
Grant Schneider
Performance Development Strategies - Armonk, NY
Your Coach Helping You Create Successful Outcomes

Good morning Debbie - thank you for this re blog.  I wish you a stress free and wonderful Mother's Day weekend.

May 11, 2018 07:50 AM
Inna Ivchenko
Barcode Properties - Encino, CA
Realtor® • GRI • HAFA • PSC Calabasas CA

And I'd add ''breathe''. Sometimes you just need to take a pause and just disconnect from everything.... even for a few moments.....and better for few days:) 

May 11, 2018 11:14 PM