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Surviving my Serengeti as a Giraffe in Atlanta Real Estate

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Real Estate Agent with Tim Francis Realty LLC

 

Surviving my Serengeti as a Giraffe in Atlanta Real Estate

 

I just read the first two chapters of Stefan Swanepoel’s new book Surviving your Serengeti: 7 Skills to Master Business and Life.  They were tremendous and I am eagerly awaiting the book.  What I love about the story so far is the easy to relate to nature of the book.  I am eager to read the rest of the book.  Every person is at some kind of cross roads in their life, whether it be a job, time in life, stage with children, etc.

 

After I read the first two chapters I took the quiz and found out I am a giraffe.  I do have an eternally positive outlook and am driven to do my best.  It’s interesting that after reading this I was considering how this affects my real estate business. 

 

My belief is that because I am out for my clients best interests, I am still thriving in this very tough market.  We’d had good referrals, as folks know we will be honest with them about important decisions they are making.  If they are selling, we are truthful about the market, not taking high priced listings that we KNOW cannot sell.  If we are helping buyers, we are patient to make sure we are helping them find the best property that fits their needs and budget.   If we are leasing out their home and doing property management, we want to make the best decisions to return the highest ROI in this investment real estate market.

 

Let’s face it the world in real estate around us will continue to evolve and it helps to understand the jungle in which you find yourself.  Knowing what kind of animal you are and how to relate to the others in the jungle is always a good thing.  It just could save your life!

 

So, if you are looking for a Realtor with a positive outlook out for your best interests, why don’t you give me a call 404-219-9760?

 

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Michelle Francis

Tim Francis Realty, Serving Buckhead, Atlanta & Sandy Springs GA

(404) 219-9760

Michelle@TimFrancisRealty.com

 

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Al & Peggy Cunningham, Brokers
RE/MAX West Realty Inc., Brokerage - Brampton, ON
Our Family Wants To Help Your Family!

Great post Michelle from one giraffe and one mongoose to a fellow giraffe! This was a great challenge wasn't it?

Feb 21, 2011 05:04 AM
Michelle Francis
Tim Francis Realty LLC - Atlanta, GA
Realtor, Buckhead Atlanta Homes for Sale & Lease

Al & Peggy, 

Very interesting.  Will be curious to finish reading the book.   I see a giraffe and mongoose can get along well:-)

All the best, Michelle

Feb 21, 2011 05:21 AM
Steve Loynd
Alpine Lakes Real Estate Inc., - Lincoln, NH
800-926-5653, White Mountains NH

Michelle, I guess it's time for me to do the free download, and read these chapters. I have always enjoyed the view from up high- a giraffe sounds perfect.

Feb 21, 2011 06:34 AM
Charita Cadenhead
eXp Realty - Birmingham, AL
Serving Jefferson and Shelby Counties (Alabama)

It's interesting to see which animals we compare to the most.  I'll be writing my take on Surviving the Serengetti within the next couple of days.

Feb 21, 2011 06:44 AM
Karen Baker
Sunset Beach and Beyond Realty - Sunset Beach, NC
Professional Help with Rapid Responses...

Michelle ~ Another giraffe here ~ Looking out for our clients best interests also ~

Feb 21, 2011 06:57 AM
Craig Rutman
Helping people in transition - Cary, NC
Raleigh, Cary, Apex area Realtor

I didn't even know about this challenge. I'm off to go check it out my giraffe friend! Watch out for those sore throats. They can be a killer to a giraffe.

Feb 21, 2011 07:10 AM
Michelle Francis
Tim Francis Realty LLC - Atlanta, GA
Realtor, Buckhead Atlanta Homes for Sale & Lease

Steve

I would love the view from up high - but at 5'1" height isn't what I have in common with the giraffe:-)

Charita

Will be curious to see what you found out. 

Frank and Karen

Glad to have fellow giraffe stop by:-)

Craig

I don't know how you missed it, it must have been while you were brainstorming your next post.

All the best, Michelle

Feb 21, 2011 07:16 AM
Juli Vosmik
Dominion Fine Properties - Scottsdale, AZ
Scottsdale/Cave Creek, AZ real estate 480-710-0739

Hmmmmmm, I'm an elephant.  I like the analogies. 

Feb 21, 2011 05:04 PM
Carol Zingone
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Florida Network Realty - Jacksonville Beach, FL
Global Realtor in Jax Beach, FL - ABR, CRS, CIPS

Juli - I'm an elephant too, and am getting ready to write my post!

Feb 23, 2011 12:24 AM
Michelle Francis
Tim Francis Realty LLC - Atlanta, GA
Realtor, Buckhead Atlanta Homes for Sale & Lease

Juli, 

I will be curious to see more about all of the animals and their characteristics.  

Carol, 

I am an elephant magnet:-)

All the best, Michelle

Feb 23, 2011 12:57 AM
Sharon Alters
Coldwell Banker Vanguard Realty - 904-673-2308 - Fleming Island, FL
Realtor - Homes for Sale Fleming Island FL

Michelle, crocodile here checking to meet all the other animals in the pack! :)

Feb 27, 2011 09:43 AM