Am I the only one who experiences this thing which is akin to stage fright when preparing to meet new Buyers or Sellers for the first time?
This business is my choice and it is right for me. The earth and the houses we build upon it are an amazing thing to introduce people to. Watching the magical connection a Buyer has to their "special" home fills me with joy, even after all these years. There truly is a home for everyone. Helping people build wealth through their wise investments is very fulfilling, even through the ups and downs. Seeing that Buyers and Sellers get the value from what they are buying or selling gives me a real thrill. It is just that after the research has been done and I am waiting to meet that new "Boss" for the first time I get really anxious. It is not due to shyness or lack of experience or knowledge about the product. It is not the fear of rejection. I am so nervous I can't remember their names even if I have been corresponding with them for months or in some instances years. Perhaps this is the only part of this business that I truly detest aside from having to tell other hard working Brokers that the transaction is failing for reasons beyond anyones control.
I am open to suggestions about how I can get over this unsettling feeling. Any help out there?
Shirley
Put it in your head that they are going to like you, get a book on how to remember names. Flash the biggest smile you ever can when you shake their hand. And impring their name across their forehead.