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THINK OF A REBOOT NOW WITH REOPENING

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We all use computers and we know the advantages of rebooting our systems from time to time.  It is time to reopen your business. In real estate it looks like there is still pent up demand.  Well maybe it is not that easy because doing business in different now. It looks like it is going to take some extra effort to make some changes to take advantage of the new reality. That makes sense. It takes more energy to start up than it does once you are moving along. First you must get back the momentum. But doing that reboot must first be done.

Why not just do it? Well for one thing many do not want to do until they have thoroughly analyzed each step. That is called the paralysis of analysis. A coach colleague of mine has coined this habit “Getting ready to go to work”. I cannot start until I get my brochures, business cards, website, 2 number 2 pencils—you get the idea! I have heard that 80% of people who say they want to run a business of their own do not follow through. Why? One possible answer is the rewards are not sufficient to motivate them into action. Another probable answer is procrastination has derailed or stalled them. The inability to act can often be traced to fear, doubt, or the absence of a clear picture of the potential rewards and consequences.

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Some of these fears could include:

Fear of criticism, rejection, or exposure: The need for social acceptance will result in going to great lengths to adopt a mode of dress or a certain type of behavior because of fear of criticism and rejection of others. Fear of having an idea rejected continues to lose billions of dollars for American business.

Fear of the unknown: The need for security and safety causes us to be fearful in those situations in which we are not sure what is going to happen. Our fear of what might or might not happen can cause us to keep from doing those things we should do to bring us closer to our goals. One key to addressing fear of the unknown is examining the possibilities and then weighing them against doing nothing.

Fear of failure: Whether it’s the president who’s afraid to make a change in structure or the manager who is afraid to develop a more competent, self-directed team, or an individual considering a business of their own, fear can be a major deterrent to success. If you have a low risk tolerance, then the entire goal setting process can be stifled. If mistakes are met with criticism and/or punishment, people will be inclined to do only what they know how to do. It will inhibit creativity and improvement. By not trying, people frequently ensure failure—the very thing that they are trying to avoid. Fear of failure has blinded many people from seeing opportunities.

It is important to remember that failure is important to success if it is viewed as an opportunity to learn. To change failure from a negative experience to a positive phenomenon, eliminate those conditions which contribute to fear of failure.

Take the first step forward. The second and third step will not be as hard.

For a similar post on our website see DO YOU NEED TO DO A BUSINESS REBOOT?

 

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Comments (31)

Brian England
Ambrose Realty Management LLC - Gilbert, AZ
MBA, GRI, REALTOR® Real Estate in East Valley AZ

A reboot would be a wonderful thing and something I have prayed for, but I doubt it can truly happen.  The powers that be have a firm grip of control and I doubt they will release it.

Jun 08, 2020 07:02 AM
June Piper-Brandon
Coldwell Banker Realty - Columbia, MD
Creating Generational Wealth Through Homeownership

What a great sentiment.  You know that Fear is an anacronym:

F= False

E= Evidence

A= Appearing

R= Real

But, as my favorite Jedi Master says:  "Do or Do not, there is no try"

Jun 08, 2020 08:03 AM
June Piper-Brandon

Excellent post, June Piper-Brandon!  To me, "try" is a four-letter word!

Jun 08, 2020 08:05 AM
Sheri Sperry - MCNE®
Coldwell Banker Realty - Sedona, AZ
(928) 274-7355 ~ YOUR Solutions REALTOR®

Hi Grant Schneider - This is a great post for those who need to do some reflection and self-realization.  If you can admit that you are currently fearful, then this is what you need to work on before anything else.  Fear will stop you in your tracks to get anything else done.  

 

Jun 08, 2020 08:04 AM
Will Hamm
Hamm Homes - Aurora, CO
"Where There's a Will, There's a Way!"

Hello Grant,  I am glad I had lots of experience in the restaurant business to train me about what needs to get done and work hard at it and have a agenda

Jun 08, 2020 10:04 AM
Joan Cox
House to Home, Inc. - Denver Real Estate - 720-231-6373 - Denver, CO
Denver Real Estate - Selling One Home at a Time

Grant, real estate has always been in the numbers.   Right now we still have buyers and sellers a bit nervous with the virus still "in the air", so just need to keep calling and making contacts.

Jun 08, 2020 10:07 AM
Ron and Alexandra Seigel
Napa Consultants - Carpinteria, CA
Luxury Real Estate Branding, Marketing & Strategy

Grant,

This is a wonderful post as usual.  Fear was not an issue for us at any time in our lives.  When it came, it was a momentary blip for us.  We acknowledge it and moved on.  A

Jun 08, 2020 10:09 AM
George Souto
George Souto NMLS #65149 FHA, CHFA, VA Mortgages - Middletown, CT
Your Connecticut Mortgage Expert

Grant you raised very valid points.  I have found through the years when someone tells me they will do something ONCE they a, b, c, d, e, etc in place, they run out of letters of the alphabet and still are not ready.  We need to plan, but we need to plan to do as well.

Jun 08, 2020 10:15 AM
Grant Schneider
Performance Development Strategies - Armonk, NY
Your Coach Helping You Create Successful Outcomes

Paul - time to make changes.

Endre - way to go.  That is great news.

James - I am hearing what you are hearing.

Barbara - FOCUS yes.

Wayne - that is certainly true about ready fire.

Nick - it is the question of the flexibility or the security.  Two different types of people.

Nina - you would probably like "In Search of Excellence"  or "Execution"

Michael - baby steps are certainly better than no steps.

Carol - maybe it was a good year to do it afterall.

Beth - you really made a very wise choice in continuing marketing.  That is a must.

Brian - at least you can do your personal reboot.

June - oh yes.  Thanks for that reminder.  There is no try.

Sheri - realizing and accepting it is always the first step after denial.

 

Jun 08, 2020 10:36 AM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

Loce your post, Grant!  And I love the reasons you listed as to why some people just can't get rebooted!  I have a friend who started her own successful business many years ago and remember that she said "if I'd taken the time to check every single detail out and make sure I had everything, I would never have started the business."

Jun 08, 2020 11:27 AM
Grant Schneider
Performance Development Strategies - Armonk, NY
Your Coach Helping You Create Successful Outcomes

Will - yes,  they need to reinvent now for sure.

Joan - yes, as well as modifying how we do things.

Ron and Alexandra - If you acknowledge it then you plan for it.

George - they are continuing to make the excuses which don't satisfy anyone.

Kathy -  I have a number of incidents where I just went forward unprepared rather than waiting.  It worked out fine.

Jun 08, 2020 12:02 PM
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

Thank you very much, Grant, for sharing your experience and your advice.

Jun 09, 2020 08:51 AM
Grant Schneider
Performance Development Strategies - Armonk, NY
Your Coach Helping You Create Successful Outcomes

Roy - thank you for stopping by.

Jun 10, 2020 04:10 AM
Mary Hutchison, SRES, ABR
Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate-Kansas City Homes - Kansas City, MO
Experienced Agent in Kansas City Metro area

After you take that first steps, the following ones can be a little easier, plus you feel a sense of accomplishment

Jun 11, 2020 09:26 AM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

Jun 13, 2020 06:58 PM
Kat Palmiotti
eXp Commercial, Referral Divison - Kalispell, MT
Helping your Montana dreams take root

The first step is always the hardest. Just do it!

 

Jun 14, 2020 05:00 AM
Grant Schneider
Performance Development Strategies - Armonk, NY
Your Coach Helping You Create Successful Outcomes

Mary - the hardest thing is getting started.

Kathy - thank you very much for including me in "What I Learned"

Kat - just do it is right.

Jun 14, 2020 05:18 AM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX
Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX
NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones

Good morning Grant Schneider ,

I can't believe there isn't a gold star on this post! The AR gods must be sleeping. I'm so glad that Kathy Streib featured it in her "Ah-ha" moments for the week. I remember Floyd Wickman always saying don't get stuck in the "getting ready to get ready" phase. Jump in just do it!

Jun 14, 2020 08:33 AM
Sharon Tara
Sharon Tara Transformations - Portsmouth, NH
Retired New Hampshire Home Stager

Great advice Grant!

I'm so glad I'm now retired and don't have to face those "back to business" decisions. Just doing what I want to do and saying "no" to the rest!

Jun 14, 2020 11:19 AM
Kathy Schowe
California Lifestyle Realty - La Quinta, CA
La Quinta, California 760-333-8886

My business only slowed down a little throughout this pandemic... and now it is revving up even more. I've got to get geared up for a busy summer season!  I just   try to get up everyday and move forward!

Jun 14, 2020 08:31 PM
Jeff Dowler, CRS
eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA
The Southern California Relocation Dude

Hi Grant:

You've raised some excellent points to reflect on, then take action. Things slowed down some but there was plenty of "business as usual" activity.

Jeff

Jun 15, 2020 10:19 AM