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Rule #1 - Surround Yourself With Positive People

By
Real Estate Agent

My Brother

Tuesday and Wednesday, I attended the Triple Play Realtor Convention in Atlantic City, New Jersey.  I attended with my real estate partner and brother from another mother Jonathan Palmore (see us in pic on right).  Jonathan is truly the brother that I never had.  From the first day that we met 3 years ago, we have have a strong bond that cannot be broken.  One of the things that I like about Jonathan is that he is truly a nice guy and he is REAL. 

I met Jonathan my first day at EXIT Realty of Cherry Hill.  He walked into the staff meeting with a huge jug of water, a big smile and much confidence.  He went around  the table and said hello to everyone.  I thought to myself, here is a guy with a really positive outlook on life.  Little did I know the personal issues that he was facing at the time. 

Since that day, we have attended conferences together, shared training lessons, traded war stories, etc.  But the one thing that keeps us together is that we are both positive people.  When Jonathan is down, I tend to be there saying "keep your head up brother, it's going to be ok".  When I was going through my personal trials, Jonathan did the same for me.  It is not unusual for me to get a call first thing in the morning from Jonathan.  A call that says nothing other than make today a great day.

Jonathan and I will both be wildly successful at this game called Real Estate.  Successful beyond our wildest dreams.   I would not have been able to make it this far without him.  Everyone needs to have at least one positive person in their corner.  In fact don't stop with just one.  Things have been tough for some real estate agents in 2008.  Ask Jonathan and I how's business and we will both tell you......FANTASTIC. 

Jonathan, I love you brother.

Everyone have a great day

 


Leander McClain, Burlington Township Realtor & Real Estate Consultant, EXIT Buyers Plus Realty, 15 E. Broad Street, Burlington, NJ 08016 609-505-6578(cell)

Comments(7)

Bob Stewart
ActiveRain - Seattle, WA
ActiveRain Ambassador

Great stuff Leander. Everyone has got to have a friend like Jonathan. I'm glad you found one!

Dec 11, 2008 05:46 AM
Jim Albano
Prudential Damiano Realty - Little Falls, NJ
Team - Jean-Marie Vantuno / Realtors North Jersey Real Estate

Leander, Jonathan sounds like a great friend and even better motivator. Sorry I missed you at Triple Play...I was looking for you. Found Sal though!

Dec 11, 2008 11:45 AM
Sal Poliandro - Helping People Win
RE/MAX Properties - Ridgewood, NJ
Broker Associate

Leander, You are a positive person to be around. I hope to see you before the next Triple Play.

Dec 11, 2008 05:07 PM
John Cannata
214-728-0449 http://TexasLoanGuy.com - Frisco, TX
Texas Home Mortgage - Purchase or Refinance

Its very important to surround yourself with positive people and someone you can rely upon.  Thanks for introducing us to Jonathan.

Dec 12, 2008 10:51 AM
Lanette Branch
Taylor Properties - Bel Air, MD
Bel Air, MD Real Estate Agent

Hi Leander,

Your positivity is absolutely infectious.  Here's to a fantastic 2009 and beyond; the sky's the limit.

Happy Holidays to you and yours!

Dec 16, 2008 01:02 AM
Jennifer Fivelsdal
JFIVE Home Realty LLC | 845-758-6842|162 Deer Run Rd Red Hook NY 12571 - Rhinebeck, NY
Mid Hudson Valley real estate connection

Leander - another great advice, you always need someone there for you. And some time it is your turn turn to return the favor.  When you are with positive people it is so much easier to face trials.

Have a great day.

Dec 17, 2008 12:50 AM
Dion Rainey
Real Broker LLC - Washington, DC
DC Real Estate

Leander,

What a great post! Thanks for sharing your experience on how a positive mental attitude can effect the lives of others. Have an outstanding 2009!

Dec 23, 2008 02:24 AM