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You'll Have The First Shot If Your Head Is Always In The Business

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We prepare every day for the future conditions in the real estate business that we are forced to face. Facing them head on is certainly easier said than done.

The way we address this challenge will either make us stronger and wiser or result in our demise in the real estate business. After 41 years in the business, I continue to experience fear of the future.

A relaxed attitude is not my style! Although, my efforts are never chaotic. They are well planned and executed. Don’t be fooled. The fear always exists subconsciously and surfaces when I begin to relax and/or slack off.

Keeping your head in the business is an exercise that needs to be utilized every day.  The frequency of the implementation of that task will eventually make it a function that’s “second nature.” That was always my ultimate goal, and it IS second nature now, no matter where I am.

Is that excessive? Not in my opinion. If I miss the business, someone else will be the recipient.  Not on my watch!!

Just a thought for the moment…..

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Barbara Todaro, Great Grandmother to Caleb, Santino, Aiden and Gianni       

Todaro Team - Retired

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Comments (22)

Lawrence "Larry" & Sheila Agranoff. Cell: 631-805-4400
The Top Team @ Charles Rutenberg Realty 255 Executive Dr, Plainview NY 11803 - Plainview, NY
Long Island Condo and Home Specialists

Barbara, Because you have your "head in the business everyday" is one of the reasons you and your Team are so successful. Your efforts are certainly well planned and e\xecuted!

Aug 25, 2019 08:09 AM
Barbara Todaro
RE/MAX Executive Realty - Happily Retired - Franklin, MA
Previously Affiliated with The Todaro Team

Lawrence "Larry" & Sheila Agranoff. Cell: 631-805-4400 (sheila) my guess is you work the same way.... you don't miss a beat ..... and your can sense if business is available at a social function.... it's magnetic, especially WHEN YOU MARKET YOUR BRAND.... 

 

Aug 25, 2019 08:18 AM
Ron and Alexandra Seigel
Napa Consultants - Carpinteria, CA
Luxury Real Estate Branding, Marketing & Strategy

Barbara,

Another excellent post, and we all need to practice before the presentation.  A

Aug 25, 2019 09:07 AM
Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

Hello Barbara - it really is about mindset.  It's a priority.  A part of your modus operandi. 

Aug 25, 2019 09:18 AM
Barbara Todaro
RE/MAX Executive Realty - Happily Retired - Franklin, MA
Previously Affiliated with The Todaro Team

Indeed, we do. Ron and Alexandra Seigel (A)

Michael Jacobs it's either in your DNA or it isn't, when it comes to style of doing business and mindset that goes along with it... 

Aug 25, 2019 09:37 AM
Li Read
Sea to Sky Premier Properties (Salt Spring) - Salt Spring Island, BC
Caring expertise...knowledge for you!

You always say what we all need to hear...appreciated!

Aug 25, 2019 10:35 AM
Barbara Todaro
RE/MAX Executive Realty - Happily Retired - Franklin, MA
Previously Affiliated with The Todaro Team

Li Read oh, you know how much I love seeing you on my blog.... I hope all is well with you..... you're the BEST.

Aug 25, 2019 10:38 AM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

BarbaraT- When you want to succeed in what you do, you eat, drink and sleep the business. That doesn't mean that you are on 24/7 for work, but your head and actions are always thinking of the business. 

Aug 25, 2019 07:25 PM
Laura Cerrano
Feng Shui Manhattan Long Island - Locust Valley, NY
Certified Feng Shui Expert, Speaker & Researcher

I once heard that the creator of Twitter said that creativity is a renewable resource and I really do believe that.

Aug 25, 2019 09:26 PM
Laura Cerrano
Feng Shui Manhattan Long Island - Locust Valley, NY
Certified Feng Shui Expert, Speaker & Researcher

Kathy Streib you keep me on my toes with all your motivation and I thank you very much for that! :)

Aug 25, 2019 09:28 PM
James Dray
Fathom Realty - Bentonville, AR

Morning Barbara.

With all of the post cards and newspapers ads you work on, I bet the Todaro Team is first of mind to all the residents of Franklin.  

Aug 26, 2019 01:23 AM
Barbara Todaro
RE/MAX Executive Realty - Happily Retired - Franklin, MA
Previously Affiliated with The Todaro Team

Kathy Streib when your business is in place and running smoothly, one needs to spend fewer hours actually working, when you're a listing agent.... branding takes over and the potential client is easier to close.... they have confidence in you....

Aug 26, 2019 03:21 AM
Barbara Todaro
RE/MAX Executive Realty - Happily Retired - Franklin, MA
Previously Affiliated with The Todaro Team

creativity IS a renewable resource Laura Cerrano 

Aug 26, 2019 03:22 AM
Barbara Todaro
RE/MAX Executive Realty - Happily Retired - Franklin, MA
Previously Affiliated with The Todaro Team

James Dray I've worked diligently and consistently to create that state of mind for those who are thinking of selling.... all I want is for the team to get their feet in the door....and then MY job was successful....the rest is up to them.... 

Aug 26, 2019 03:25 AM
Chris Ann Cleland
Long and Foster Real Estate - Gainesville, VA
Associate Broker, Bristow, VA

Luck favors the prepared mind...and yours is always prepared.  That's what makes you appear lucky to unprepared agents.

Aug 26, 2019 06:28 AM
George Souto
George Souto NMLS #65149 FHA, CHFA, VA Mortgages - Middletown, CT
Your Connecticut Mortgage Expert

Barbara in this business there are no days off, and we need to constantly stay on top of every transaction.

Aug 26, 2019 02:32 PM
Myrl Jeffcoat
Sacramento, CA
Greater Sacramento Realtor - Retired

Those are valuable thoughts about "Keeping Your Head Always in the Business," Barbara!

Aug 27, 2019 04:24 PM
Myrl Jeffcoat
Sacramento, CA
Greater Sacramento Realtor - Retired

CONGRATULATIONS Barbara, on having this blog FEATURED in the Old Farts Club group!  

Aug 27, 2019 04:27 PM
Barbara Todaro
RE/MAX Executive Realty - Happily Retired - Franklin, MA
Previously Affiliated with The Todaro Team

Chris Ann Cleland I chuckle when other agents say how lucky the team is.... if I were lucky, I'd win every time I buy a lottery ticket.... I work too many hours!!!

George Souto You're singing to the choir....

Myrl Jeffcoat I'm not even active any longer and my head is always in the business....

Aug 27, 2019 05:07 PM
Barbara Todaro
RE/MAX Executive Realty - Happily Retired - Franklin, MA
Previously Affiliated with The Todaro Team

Myrl Jeffcoat thank you so much for the feature in the Old Farts Club group....

Aug 27, 2019 05:07 PM