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21 Ways to be a better Real Estate Agent and Person

By
Real Estate Agent with Sulek & Dutton Real Estate

Simple little instructions for everyday life go a long way in being a better person, realtor, active rainer, anyone! Sometimes it's the little things we forget. This list of 21 items will earn you more respect, power and opportunities.

1. Never laugh at anyone's dreams, a dream is a wish your heart makes

2. Never apologize for being early for an appointment, you should be early

3. When at a conference, choose a chair in a different part of the room after each break, mingle with as many people as you can - referrals, referrals, referrals

4. Volunteer. Sometimes the jobs no one wants conceal big opportunities and you'll meet wonderful people

5. Carry Handi-Wipes in your glove compartment - just in case

6. Have a professional photo made of yourself and update it every 4-5 years - a realistic photo where you're recognizable not a glamour shot

7. Never sign or present contracts with blank spaces

8. Don't judge people by their relatives or job

9. Get as much additional training as possible, never turn down free training. The more you know, the less you fear

10. Never give your credit card number over the phone if you didn't place the call

11. Everyone that you meet is afraid of something, loves something and has lost something

12. Think Quick and talk slow

13. When you lose, don't lose the lesson

14. Give people more than they expect and do it cheerfully and willingly

15. Smile when picking up the phone, the caller will hear it in your voice

16. Don't confuse wealth with success- they are not the same

17. Be open to change, but don't let go of your values

18. Introduce yourself to someone you'd like to meet by smiling and saying "My name is Melissa Sall. I haven't had the pleasure of meeting you."

19. Be polite but don't let anyone push you around, you are a professional

20. When negotiating, put it in writing. Verbal agreements aren't binding.

21. Don't do business with anyone who has a history of suing people

Enjoy and thanks for reading.

Posted by

Melissa Sall

Real Estate Professional

Sulek & Dutton Real Estate

50966 National Rd.

St.Clairsville, OH 43950

Email: sall.melissa@gmail.com

Website: MelissaSall.com

Cell: (740)338-9303

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no thanks - Harlem, MT
Melissa, I love your post, thank you!
May 09, 2007 04:01 PM
Wayne B. Pruner
Oregon First - Tigard, OR
Tigard Oregon Homes for Sale, Realtor, GRI
Good advice. Thanks.
May 09, 2007 04:30 PM
Monica Bourgeau
Portland, OR
Business Coaching
Great tips. Thank you.
May 09, 2007 04:40 PM
Denise Sproull
Century 21 Prestige Real Estate - Prince Albert, SK
Prince Albert, SK Real Estate
Thanks for sharing!
May 09, 2007 04:43 PM
Jacqulyn Richey
Prominent Realty Group - Las Vegas, NV
Las Vegas Real Estate
Nice list. I'm a firm believer in number 4. -Charles
May 09, 2007 05:07 PM
Robert Whitelaw
Whitelaw & Sons Real Estate Services - Morgan Hill, CA
Broker, CEO, Realtor , ePro
Some great points there. So many people lose sight of the fact that success is usually the result of a lot of little things rather than just one big thing.
May 09, 2007 06:54 PM
Maggie Dokic /Indialantic | 321-252-8696
Magdalena Dokic - Indialantic, FL
Selling the beach in Florida's space coast
Melissa, this is an excellent list.  I can't choose just one favorite.  Thanks for posting it.
May 17, 2007 02:47 PM
Jim Crawford
Long & Foster - Fredericksburg, VA
Jim Crawford Broker Associate Fredericksburg VA
Well done!  This should be a feaured post!  I fully agree on "Don't do business with anyone who has a history of suing people!"
May 17, 2007 03:16 PM
Darleen McCullen
Raleigh, NC
Broker - Raleigh, NC Real Estate

Melissa,

These are great tips. Numbers 3, 9, and 18 are my favorites. Thanks for sharing!

Darleen

May 17, 2007 04:59 PM
Mary Strang
Viroqua, WI
21. is a very good one!
May 18, 2007 10:27 AM
Melissa Sall
Sulek & Dutton Real Estate - Saint Clairsville, OH
Realtor ~ Belmont County ~ Ohio
Thank you to everyone who enjoyed and commeted on this post. I had fun writing it, maybe I'll add some more to get to 50, we'll see...
May 29, 2007 06:34 AM
John Willis
None - Versailles, IN
Very good advice, thanks for posting it.  I do have a problem with #18 though.  I don't think I should go around telling people I'm you. I think I'll use my own name. 
May 29, 2007 06:49 AM
Gary White~Grand Rapids Home Selling Pro Call: 616-821-9375
Flexit Realty "Flexible Home Selling Solutions" - Grand Rapids, MI
Real Estate Services You can Trust!
Melissa,  Great post and some great tips.  Thanks for passing them along.
Jan 15, 2008 09:28 AM
Karen Gentry>>Charlottesville, Virginia Real Estate Professional
RE/MAX Excellence-Charlottesville VA - Charlottesville, VA
Melissa, Thanks for some great thoughts.
Jan 15, 2008 11:16 AM
Jody Deeds
Key Realty, LTD - Columbus, OH
"Helping You Move On With Your Plans"
I especially like #13.   Thanks for the post. 
Jan 18, 2008 03:13 AM