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Motivational Monday: Do you have the work ethic of a Dung Beetle?

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Motivational Monday: Do you have the work ethic of a Dung Beetle?Motivational Monday: Do you have the work ethic of a Dung Beetle?

I would hope so.

He:

  • Does his job well
  • Uses no excuses
  • Works very efficiently

He knows that if he doesn't follow-through with his commitments, he won't survive.

Do you value your commitments?

When you are unable to make an appointment, do you call and cancel?

Or do you call several hours after the scheduled time with a half-hearted apology, saying you didn't think it was a firm appointment?

Most people can see right through insincerity and if you run your business this way, a Dung Beetle most likely has a better work ethic than you do. Try a little common courtesy regarding making an appointment, KEEP IT or CALL and CANCEL! It's the least you can do.

To read more about the Dung Beetle, go to: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dung_beetle

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Nevin Williams
Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation - Cary, NC
Senior Mortgage Advisor

Wanda - I usually flip over on my back and kick my little legs in the air!

May 17, 2010 08:39 AM
Craig Rutman
Helping people in transition - Cary, NC
Raleigh, Cary, Apex area Realtor

Sometimes we have to work through a lot of the same stuff Mr. Beetle does!

May 17, 2010 08:53 AM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
The best agent in Southern Utah!

Well said Keith!

Nevin, Is that before or after you finish working?

Craig, Yes we do in a manner of speaking!

May 17, 2010 09:22 AM
William Feela
WHISPERING PINES REALTY - North Branch, MN
Realtor, Whispering Pines Realty 651-674-5999 No.

Wanda...I sometimes feel like the dung that the beetle is working. 

But, I hope my work ethic is above the average!

May 17, 2010 10:00 AM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
The best agent in Southern Utah!

William, A great work ethic is key to being successful!

May 17, 2010 10:31 AM
Al & Peggy Cunningham, Brokers
RE/MAX West Realty Inc., Brokerage - Brampton, ON
Our Family Wants To Help Your Family!

Oh what a crappy topic, but great motivation, yes, we do work like a dung beetle. Oh how we hate it when Agents do not cancel or postpone their showing appointments Wanda!! Great motivation for Monday....now gotta get going or we will be late!

May 17, 2010 10:37 AM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
The best agent in Southern Utah!

Al & Peggy, It's too bad that common courtesy doesn't exist in some people's daily work habits. Thanks you two!

May 17, 2010 10:51 AM
Cal Yoder
Keller Williams Elite - Lititz, PA
Homes For Sale in Lancaster PA - 717.413.0744

It is great to find inspiration through the things which seem less than pleasant. Following through on commitments and working hard are two great traits.

Cal

May 17, 2010 02:20 PM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
The best agent in Southern Utah!

Cal, I saw a video on the work habits of this little creature and if more people were true to their commitments, they'd be more successful, just like he is! Hard, fastidious work does get rewarded. 

May 17, 2010 03:14 PM
Carissa Acker
Real Estate by Design with Keller Williams Realty - Denton, TX

You know, I wish I had an impeccable work ethic like that, but it just isn't the case.  Though, I will say that sometimes I feel like a Dung Beetle as a lot of the time I feel like I'm dealing with other peoples "dung."

May 18, 2010 09:54 AM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
The best agent in Southern Utah!

Carissa, We all fall short occasionally but a little common courtesy is necessary in business. That was the point I was trying to make.

May 18, 2010 10:04 AM
Brian Gaverth
Redfin Corporation - Springfield, VA
Realtor(r), CDPE(r)

Nice thought Wanda.

Food for thought (excerpt from your wikopedia link above): "Those that eat dung do not need to eat or drink anything else, because the dung provides all the necessary nutrients".  Lol

If I can't answer when you call, leave a message.  I WILL call you back.  I won't be late for our appointment but, If I think I might be, I'll give you a heads up.

My dad always told me, if you're not 5 minutes early, you're late.  I'm usually at least 5 minutes early.

Jul 26, 2010 05:52 AM
Mike Mayer
Mike Mayer, Broker/Owner - i List For Less Realty, LLC - Lafayette, LA

I'm still trying to wrap my brain around dung beetles and appointment setting etiquette. I guess it could have been worse... there could have been mention of being a mushroom, kept in the dark and fed lots of fertilizer! I agree; we should be courteous and professional in all that we do.

 

Aug 18, 2010 06:57 PM
Leah Henderson
Asset Realty, Inc - Columbia, SC
Hi Wanda, I'm working towards it. God certainly made marvelous creatures. Regards, Leah
Dec 01, 2010 05:33 PM
Renee Marrs Caperton
Marrs & Associates - Corsicana, TX
Realtor - Corsicana Texas Real Estate

I know a lot of dung beetles!  Thanks for the motivation...I don't want to be one! 

Dec 12, 2010 12:56 AM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
The best agent in Southern Utah!

Brian, You have a great work ethic!

Mike, Honoring committments pays off!

Leah, Nature is constantly inspiring me!

You're welcome Renee, A dung beetle follows through in order to be successful and depends on no one else!

Dec 12, 2010 03:48 AM
Joy Daniels
Joy Daniels Real Estate Group, Ltd. - Harrisburg, PA

Never thought of being compared to a dung beetle. . . but I signed up with this group to learn something new every day!

Jan 22, 2011 09:06 AM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
The best agent in Southern Utah!

Joy, If more people had a stronger work ethic, they'd be as successful as the dung beetle for sure! Thank you for stopping by!

Jan 22, 2011 11:03 AM
Kathy Sheehan
Bay Equity, LLC 770-634-4021 - Atlanta, GA
Senior Loan Officer

Wanda, I just don't do business with people that can't show up for an appointment or call to cancel.

Jul 04, 2013 10:39 PM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
The best agent in Southern Utah!

Kathy, Valuing other people's time speaks volumes about a person's character! It comes down to common courtesy too.

Aug 01, 2013 12:33 AM