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I can't give you what I don't have, so stop asking....

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Real Estate Agent with Berkshire Hathaway Home Services PenFed Realty 0225102565

**********ONCE AGAIN I AM INSPIRED BY A COMMENT*******

One of the comments I received was from Christopher Smith who said he oftentimes sacrifices time with family and friends so that he can work, but he also sacrifices time for himself, time to take care of himself.

  I commented back, and it just made me think that if we can keep in mind that we can't give what we don't have maybe we will take better care of ourselves.

  • There is so much more to life. I live in Beautiful Virginia 

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HOW CAN I HELP SOMEONE TO APPRECIATE ALL THERE IS TO APPRECIATE IN VIRGINIA IF I DON'T TAKE THE TIME TO APPRECIATE THOSE THINGS MYSELF.

  • I CANNOT GIVE WHAT I DO NOT HAVE.

 I LOVE TO LEARN.

I read the books, take the classes, listen to the wise and go to the seminars to stay positive and motivated. I know I have to be educated on the changes in the market, selling  forclosures and bank owned properties, how to market MY seller's homes so they stay out of foreclosure. I'll know all I can about how to buy a foreclosure or bank owned property if that is the market I'm in, or I'll learn how to handle 10 offers on the same property with escalation clauses included in every one, if thats the market I am in.  Whether I am working with a first time buyer or a seasoned investors I am committed to getting the knowledge I need so I can share it with my clients. I CAN'T GIVE WHAT I DON'T HAVE.. SO  I make sure I have it to give.

                                 

 TIME, HOWEVER...                .CLOCK

 

THAT, I ONLY HAVE LIMITED AMOUNTS OF, AND I CAN'T GIVE YOU WHAT I DON'T HAVE

                                                                                                                     

  • WE ONLY HAVE SO MUCH TIME, SO USE IT WISELY.

I have to make time for God, my family, my friends, and myself.     I have finally learned that in order to give my clients the kind of service I know they want, and DESERVE, I have to make time for those things that bring me joy, peace of mind, and positive energy. The things that make me feel good about my life and the choices I make in my life.

  If I have KNOWLEDGE, PEACE OF MIND, JOY AND POSITIVE ENERGY MY CLIENTS ARE GOING TO REAP THE BENEFITS OF ALL OF IT.  I'LL GIVE ALL I HAVE....

**********I JUST CAN'T GIVE WHAT I DON'T HAVE, SO STOP ASKING..*********...

Gary Bland R (S) E-Pro, ABR
Hawaii Life Real Estate Brokers - Wailea, HI
It is a smart thing to do once in a while just sit back and take a deep breathe.  This helps. Great Post.
Oct 24, 2007 06:52 PM
Sally Zatkoff
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services PenFed Realty - Fairfax, VA
Making a Difference

Gary,

 Thanks!  Sometimes we just need a reminder to take care of ourselves FIRST and the rest will come"o)

Have a Great Day!

Sally

 

Oct 25, 2007 03:26 AM
* Rate A Home
Rate A Home - Saugatuck, MI
Sally, time with friends and family always seem to suffer in this business. Well said and Great post!
Oct 25, 2007 03:45 AM
Chelle Gassan
RE/MAX Regency and Staged Homes VA - Bristow, VA
NOVA Realtor and Stager
Sally, my friend, you are on a roll!  You got the blogging bug and now it is paying off...very well written.  I see where you are going and I will soon follow...just watch!
Oct 25, 2007 11:38 AM
Sally Zatkoff
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services PenFed Realty - Fairfax, VA
Making a Difference

Chelle,

 I do not doubt it in the least"o)

I'll get you my pretty, and your little dog too...

 

Oct 25, 2007 04:45 PM
Robert L. Brown
www.mrbrownsellsgr.com - Grand Rapids, MI
Grand Rapids Real Estate Bellabay Realty, West Mic
Very provacative post. We have to put things in perspective in order to service our clients correctly. Thank you for the reminder.
Oct 26, 2007 06:06 AM
Sally Zatkoff
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services PenFed Realty - Fairfax, VA
Making a Difference
Thank you Robert. Easier said than done, I know, but anything worth doing is never easy...
Oct 29, 2007 12:33 PM
Suzanne Sands
Pavao Real Estate - Somerset, MA
Somerset MA Real Estate

Hi Sally,

Sounds like you are getting back into balance, the only one we can control is ourselves. Everyone in your circle will reap the rewards. Very well done! :)

Oct 29, 2007 12:43 PM
Sally Zatkoff
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services PenFed Realty - Fairfax, VA
Making a Difference
Yes Suzanne, you are absolutely right. Balance and self love before I can give anything to anyone. At least at 100% which is the only way I like to do things...
Oct 30, 2007 08:04 AM
Frank Harris
Keller Williams Realty Centre - Columbia, MD
Man I love Virginia. What a wonderful place to unwind and relax.
Nov 06, 2007 08:45 AM
Sally Zatkoff
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services PenFed Realty - Fairfax, VA
Making a Difference
It is so Beautiful Frank. Especially, this time of year!
Nov 06, 2007 11:10 AM