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Got laid off, maybe faith is telling me something.

By Nattalie de la Mothe

Real Estate Agent with Maximum One Greater Atlanta Realtors 317535

August 08, 2007 11:25 PM

I have been struggling with the decision concerning becoming a full-time agent, the decision was particularly hard for me because I had a full time job and I was scared that the market will make it hard for a new agent to put bread on the table.

Well I have never made it a secret, but I detest my job.

Check out my post about it click here

It so happens that I was laid off, effective Friday.

I am relieved in some ways, because I really wasn't happy working there, I got an ok severance package, but I need to decide what my next move should be, should I just become a full-time agent? Or find a part-time job...

I have a couple of friends that has been full time agents for years and who are not looking for part time jobs.... Would that a good decision now...

Do I even have a say in the matter? are the Gods telling me something?

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Allison Stewart

St.Cloud Homes - Saint Cloud, FL

St. Cloud Fl Realtor, Osceola County Real Estate 407-616-9904

Nothing Ventured...nothing gained. They say when one closes another is opened. Give it a try full time and see what happens. Good luck and sell well.

Aug 08, 2007 11:52 PM

Nattalie de la Mothe

Maximum One Greater Atlanta Realtors - Atlanta, GA

Selling Atlanta Homes like a Boss

Thanks Allision and Danielle....

Offcourse I will keep you guys posted

Aug 08, 2007 11:53 PM

James Gordon

Sibcy Cline Realtors® - Cincinnati, OH

REALTOR, PBD SFR SRS

Good luck your full time job is now called prospecting for leads.

Aug 08, 2007 11:57 PM

Hugh Krone

Weichert Referral Associates - Hamburg, NJ

Realtor, Sussex County NJ

Work hard and trust in the Lord to provide for you. It sounds like my situation 2 years ago and I can tell you even ifyou have to make do with less . Leaving a job that made you miserable will be a blessing.

Aug 09, 2007 12:24 AM

Nattalie de la Mothe

Atlanta, GA

Laura Resnick

RE/MAX Associates West Bartlett, Il. 60103 - Carol Stream, IL

Carol Stream, IL 630-975-0615, RE/MAX Unlimited

Not an easy decision, but if the funds are there, sure hang in a month of so and see what happens. Hopefully any marketing that you have been doing will still continue to pay off. I would not go 20 different directions with the marketing though. A large internet presence is the future, I believe, or we might not all be here on active rain. My biggest decision was with what company to sign on. I made the best choice and teamed up with a very experienced agent. I would be happy to discuss the team connection that we have and how the $$$$ is set up...you might want to think about that before jumping in with anyone.

best of luck

Aug 09, 2007 12:31 AM

Jeannette Neerpat

CondoDomain.com - Coral Springs, FL

e-Pro Coral Springs/Parkland Real Estate

I agree with everyone, this is the time to concentrate on Prospecting and Farming. Walk the neighborhood you plan on farming. Get to know the neighbors and whats avail for sale. Once you start getting buyers you know where to start and where to take them.

Aug 09, 2007 12:40 AM

Patricia Kennedy

RLAH@properties - Washington, DC

Home in the Capital

Hey, I started in a totally awful market and it was great! You'll quickly develop really good work habits. I hope you go for it!

Aug 09, 2007 12:41 AM

Ava Anderson

A-Z Atlanta Realty - Snellville, GA

Selling Atlanta from A-Z!

I wish you the best. Been there done that...I am glad you have faith in God. During this time continue to put him first! It won't be easy but trust him and lean not unto your own understanding. Remember nothing happens by accident.

Aug 09, 2007 03:39 AM

Alexander Harb

Knights Investing - Mesquite, TX

Dallas, Texas Real Estate Investing

I can not add much more to what everyone else has said.......

Look at your finances and pray...then do what the Lord says to do.....

=-)

Aug 09, 2007 12:25 PM

Kathleen Lordbock

Keller Williams Realty Professionals - Baxter, MN

Keller Williams Realty Professionals

I don't know about any Gods - just one, but when He is trying to tell you something it will usually be confirmed by other people and other circumstances that will line up and make it known to you beyond the shadow.

Aug 09, 2007 04:17 PM

Diane Velikis

Coldwell & Banker Busch Real Estate - Luzerne, PA

Luzerne County Real Estate

Kathlene, It is a blessing to be out of an oppressing job! If our spirits are oppressed it could really wiegh us down, and above all else God's desire for us is to walk in victory.Now you should be busy sowing... "Cast your bread upon the waters, for after many days you will find it again....Sow your seed in the morning, and at evening let not your hands be idle, for you do not know which will succeed, whether this or that, or whether both will do equally well. Ecclesiastes 11:1,6

Aug 09, 2007 11:25 PM

Diane Rice

Rice Prprty Mgmnt & Rlty, LLC, South Holland, IL - Lansing, IL

SFR, SRES, CNC

Nattalie: Congratulations on your NEW level in your walk of faith! I know it "feels" shaky..... but you are out here now girl! Been there done that.... many testimonies! God can do more with you on flex-time.... and LOOK!!!! The doors have already opened for you! Look at what Jennifer Chambers has initiated!!! GLORY! If you were still tied to that job.... this opportunity would have passed you by!!! GO FOR IT!!! This is REALFAITH®!

Now, don't look back now, ya hear?

Aug 10, 2007 12:58 AM

Nattalie de la Mothe

Maximum One Greater Atlanta Realtors - Atlanta, GA

Selling Atlanta Homes like a Boss

I truly feel overwhelmed with the responses I have been getting.... This is awesome....Diane V- thanks so much for the quote from the bible, talk about appropriate.

Diane R..Thanks for taking the time to encourage me.... You pray and ask God to have his way, to deliver you from a negative situation and he does just that...Thank you God....Thanks!

Kathleen...he is saying it soo loud I would be a fool to ignore it..

Ava - thank you... it's my faith in God that keeps me sane, this world is crazy and he keeps me focused and grounded. Thanks for commenting

Aug 11, 2007 03:22 AM

Kathleen Lordbock

Keller Williams Realty Professionals - Baxter, MN

Keller Williams Realty Professionals

There you go Nattalie - go with what you know - God is a sure thing.

Aug 11, 2007 08:43 AM

Midori Miller

Talk 2 Midori, LLC - Daytona Beach, FL

Online Marketing For Real Estate Professionals

Nattalie-I say keep one thought in mind...What you do the next 30 days will determine where you will be in 90 days! I say go with your gut. You know what to do...just do it! Anything I can do to help call me!

Aug 11, 2007 09:01 AM

Nattalie de la Mothe

Atlanta, GA

Nick Vandekar, 610-203-4543

Realty ONE Group Advocates 484-237-2055 - Downingtown, PA

Selling the Main Line & Chester County

Nattalie,

You have a great opportunity to work full time, if you learn how to make this business work now it will stand you in a great position when the business picks up. Many agents who have come in whislt the business was humming are finding it very hard as they do not know what to do now. So make a plan, as has been said above prospect and look for leads, and trust God for the results. I have learnt over the years in this business and others that I cannot make customers buy. But I can work hard and give them every opportunity and it is God who blesses the workof my hands.

So good luck in whatever you decide and i will be praying for you.

Aug 12, 2007 12:36 AM

Rhonda Meredith

RE/MAX Top Realty - Pearland, TX

I got laid off after giving birth - really - my baby was 3 weeks old. It was a complete blessing because I did not like my job. My husband works 2 jobs so I may take care of my children and be an agent. It isn't easy, but when I helped my first customer it was great. I don't want to be rich, I just want to be able to pay my bills and save some back for a rainy day. Put your heart into marketing yourself. Get out of your home and into your neighborhood and SMILE. God's got a plan, so put your trust in Him.

Aug 14, 2007 05:40 AM

Dianne Barody

Century 21 AmeriSouth Realty - Pensacola, FL

Pensacola Florida Real Estate

It will be ok because you are walking in faith.

Aug 14, 2007 06:56 AM

Loreena and Michael Yeo

3:16 team REALTY ~ Locally-owned Prosper TX Real Estate Co. - Prosper, TX

Real Estate Agents

I firmly believe that when God closes a door, He always opens a window. He said that we are to bloom where He plants us and right now, He has asked you to move - Real estate perhaps!!! Just real estate keeps me busy and He has another plan for you, He will reveal it to you... Good luck.

Aug 14, 2007 07:57 AM

Mike and Dawn Lewis

The Lewis Team at Keller Williams - San Diego, CA

The Lewis Team at Keller Williams in San Diego CA

Nattalie,

If you hated the job it's probably better you're not working there anymore. If real estate is slow for you there's nothing wrong with getting a part time job to make ends meet until you get on your feet. Ask God for guidance and trust your heart and gut.

Mike Lewis

Nov 24, 2007 04:09 AM