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Reinventing the Wheel

By Coco Clayman-Cook

Real Estate Agent with LA Condo Lifestyles

March 26, 2009 02:45 AM

By Coco Clayman-Cook

I am a big fan of mentoring because I don't believe in reinventing the wheel. If I can take an afternoon a month and learn how to do something or even how not to do something, I can save much time, energy and money. I have two mentors that I have used for years. I usually mentor at least two new realtors. Both situations are extremely rewarding. From my mentors I learn essential information about the actions I am about to take. I learn from my mentor's mistakes and from their victories. It is also a great motivator as I am accountable to my mentors.

From the realtors I mentor I learn a great many things. Anytime you learn something and then teach it to someone else it strengthens your skills. Consequently each time I share valuable info I become a better realtor and a better business woman. I also am refreshed by the energy and commitment of my mentees. It is essential to give back and stay in contact with the energy and innovation that comes with the next generation.

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Ursula Lowther

Keller Williams Realty First Atlanta - Covington, GA

I agree with you. I have become the short sale expert in my area. I now teach a class that has been slammed pack about once a month. I dont charge for this class. I feel like if I can help one person learn and prosper I am doing a great thing!

Mar 26, 2009 02:49 AM

Larry Bettag

Cherry Creek Mortgage Illinois Residential Mortgage License LMB #0005759 Cherry Creek Mortgage NMLS #: 3001 - Saint Charles, IL

Vice-President of National Production

This is so hot. It really is. I always took beatings when I was younger. After I grew up...no more worries. I now really lean on others so that I don't have to take those beatings anymore.

Mar 26, 2009 02:56 AM

Ralph Post , Realtor

Suntree, FL

Melbourne Florida - Post Real Estate Group

Coco, Having a mentor shortens the time to be up and running for a new agent, and for a seasoned agent it affords accountability. If nothing else, Being accountable for prospecting whatever form it is is awesome to have.

Mar 26, 2009 02:57 AM

Bill Gillhespy

16 Sunview Blvd - Fort Myers Beach, FL

Fort Myers Beach Realtor, Fort Myers Beach Agent - Homes & Condos

Hi Coco, I always suggest to consider a mentor program when new agents are deciding which office to sign with.

Mar 26, 2009 03:03 AM

Karen Fiddler, Broker/Owner

Karen Parsons-Fiddler, Broker 949-510-2395 - Mission Viejo, CA

Orange County & Lake Arrowhead, CA (949)510-2395

I started a group about mentors "Mentors, agents helping agents"....you should post this there and encourage people to put there ideas there as well.

Mar 26, 2009 03:04 AM

Kenny Hayslett

Re/Max Realtec Group - Clearwater, FL

Not many admit openly that they have a mentor, thank you for sharing your successes with us. We all should be more open to learning new things and sharing with those (who wish to learn from us of course) what we know.

Mar 26, 2009 03:05 AM

Steve Hoffacker

Steve Hoffacker LLC - West Palm Beach, FL

Certified Aging In Place Specialist-Instructor

Coco,

Glad you have been able to pass along good tips and insights as you have learned them. :)

Steve

Mar 26, 2009 03:10 AM

Dinah Lee Griffey

Windermere Peninsula Properties - Allyn, WA

Managing Broker Windermere Peninsula Properties

Great post. You are right on the money, and after all that is the result!-Dinah Lee

Li Read

Sea to Sky Premier Properties (Salt Spring) - Salt Spring Island, BC

Caring expertise...knowledge for you!

You are clearly a very proactive and thoughtful person...a recipe for success in any business venture, and especially so in the personal world of real estate.

Mar 26, 2009 03:46 AM

Patricia Aulson

BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOME SERVICES Verani Realty NH Real Estate - Exeter, NH

Realtor - Portsmouth NH Homes-Hampton NH Homes

Most often, two heads are better than one. A mentor is good to ask advice, talk things out and re-enforce your ideas and thoughts.

Portsmouth NH Real Estate

Mar 26, 2009 04:06 AM

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