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A Challenge to See Things Differently

Ever wonder what the path to success was? Well one belief is that "Failing is the path to success" You don't succeed your way to success.....The people who know this is a fact understand that the down is the new up...according to Gary Keller. Strange isn't it - we don't normally think along those lines....To view past failures as the road to new opportunities - is a rather 'freeing' thought no?

When we are reminded that its those experiences and the knowledge gained from them that can actually fuel our fire and accelerate our road to success -

So what is down? The Market...How can you change it? You can ‘t, says Gary Keller; ‘the market is inescapable and uncontrollable" But there is one reliable truth about every local market: there is an equal opportunity....... Failure is the stepping stone to success....having a fierce determination to take action in even the most difficult of times will push you further then you've eve gone before..........

At KW Family Reunion last week we were blessed to have the opportunity to meet with two examples.....BILLY McLaughlin......an amazing comeback story that moved and touched us all...

And TONY Melendez - in their cases it wasn't so much 'failure' but about how they overcame the most difficult of circumstances......circumstances outside of their control....it was both humbling and inspirational..

Other examples throughout history that are perhaps better known are Abraham Lincoln..... Thomas Edison and Walt Disney they'll live forever in history for the choices they made and because despite the trials and tribulations, challenges and failures that ultimately led to amazing success..........all because they chose to never give up!

"We are what we decide we will be, and we do what we decide we will do. We become our Choices" What are your choices?

If you or someone you know is thinking of buying or selling property in Abbotsford, Chilliwack, Langley or anywhere in the Fraser Valley Area of B.C. - or if you're considering a career in Real Estate or would like more information about Keller Williams please give Liz Moras a call! Managing Broker and Team Leader - 604-799-0459 or e-mail at lizmoras@shaw.ca.

Posted by Liz Moras ~ Chilliwack Realtor, Garrison Crossing,Chilliwack, Abbotsford on 03/05/2009 11:29 PM

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26 Comments on A Challenge to See Things Differently

MAR

2009

Liz - It is so important not to get down but to continue to push forward. There is certainly opportunities even in a market that is perceived as bad.

Liz, I loved your post. Some things we can't change...what we CAN change is our attitude and I believe that creates a "shift." I loved your last line the most, it's a wonderful quote.

Hi Liz,

Great philosophy IMHO. Ray Kroc and Colonel Sanders were two others.

Hi Liz-With all your reunions posts it sure was a very informative and rousing times with lots of positive which is a good thing but even more so now. Great job. Glad you had such a positive reunion. I have the book shift that i look forward to reading. Sounds like a awesome book. Have a great Friday

Liz,

There are certain things we can control and things that we cannot. The difference is in how we acknowledge them! Take care and happy blogging!

Excellent post. I agree that learning takes place when we learn from our mistakes. Just don't get in the habit of repeating them.

MAR

2009

Keep pumping out the posts...often we learn a lot from what we write and it helps us keep our focus.

Jennifer - for some reason I find the challenge of the market exciting - the hope - and faith that we'll make it to the other side :-)

Carole - Knowing we always have choices - gives us control -and I love that!

Linda - You're right Ray Kroc and Colonel Sanders are 2 other great examples!

Sharon - it was unbelievable........the real goods information heartening! Thank you :-)

Jason - so true and it takes wisdom to know the difference ;-)

Robert - one would hope - and sometimes we need to keep repeating them until we learn them...hmm :-)

Chuck - you're right there's a different level of learning that takes place when we write! :-)

Liz, great post! Thanks for sharing this with us, we only fail if we have fail the last time that we tried!

Tony and Darcy - that is so very true isn't it? :-)

Dr. Suess`s To Think That I Saw It on Mulberry Street18 times but Jack London received 600 rejection slips before he sold his first story.

Amazing comeback stories at Family Reunion ... wish I was there"

Bob

Hey LIz... For whatever reasons, I just don't define failures as "failures." Just like I don't think of decisions or forks in the road as "good" or "bad." What happens, happens. It is what it is. Only question is whether or not I can learn anything or gain anything from my experiences, and then look forward to my next adventure! But I get your meaning, so thanks for the reminder! ;-)

Liz;

Wonderful blog. Keep on bringing on the positive! YES, yes, yes !

It's a good life!

~Raine

As I was wandering around the internet this morning I came across a quote by Thomas Edison. He said (in reference to his lightbulb invention). "It didn't work 10,000 times, but oh my that 10,001th time, eureka!"

Talk about never giving up :-)

You and Mr. Edison uplifted me this morning Liz. Thank you :-)

To view past failures as the road to new opportunities... very well said. That shall be my quote of the day. :-)

Well, if this is true, I am on the road to success as we speak!! xxoo Thanks for the positive message sweet Liz!

I was so disappointed my plane was stuck in the snow and couldn't get there to hear Gary. I have heard over and over how inspiring it was. Good recap of how we can be successful in the midst of failure if we are determined. It has been proven over and over again.

Hi Liz, "We become our choices" that is very empowering - all by itself. Thank you so much for a great post - I'm glad I read this, this morning!

I can't seem to hear this enough right now! Thanks for the post and for sharing motivation from t"the reunion"...I'm not part of a national agency, so am hoping that maybe I could attend one of these REUNIONS as a distant cousin??? :-)

Hey Liz: It's hard to stay positive all the time, Your blog just helped to re-energize me.

I've seen Billy McLaughlin in concert before and all I can say is that he's one truly inspirational guy! Great choice of guest to have at KW's Family Reunion!

Liz, great post! We must all realize that with every failure, we are closer to success. As long as you are trying, you are not failing. I know these are all cliche's, but I believe in them.

Hi Liz... as I look back at my life, the lessons learned from failures have been some of the most important lessons I have learned to help me be successful! Great post!

Liz, great post! Another reminder that's it's totally up to you if you make it .You just have to work at it:)

MAR

2009

I'm really sorry I never got a chance to get back to the post and respond to every comment! I read every single one and thank you so much for them.........times just been running away on me!

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