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Is it all really about being in the right place at the right time?

By Richard Weisser

Real Estate Broker/Owner with Richard Weisser Realty

October 29, 2011 02:14 AM

There is a pervasive underlying conviction that most successful people were fortunate enough to be in the “right place at the right time.”

And while it’s true that kismet occasionally delivers an unexpected boon, the reality is that success is attainable for anyone that is willing to work for it.

Consistent and focused effort is the catalyst that fuels the engines that drive business to your door. Nobody has ever succeeded by sitting and hoping that something will happen.

Some wait for fate to intervene.

Others direct their own destiny.

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Ginny Gorman

RI Real Estate Services ~ 401-529-7849~ RI Waterfront Real Estate - North Kingstown, RI

Homes for Sale in Southern RI and beyond

Oh Richard, being here brings kismet to me ...how about you & btw, found someone extremely helpful to help me along the FreddyMac lines !

Oct 29, 2011 02:21 AM

Sara Garden

Rocky Mountain Home Staging - Boulder, CO

MBA, HSE, HSR, APSD, Home Stager

Those who are prepared and working it and out there networking are far more likely to be in " the right place at the right time." They have opportunities that other people don't because they are constantly on the lookout and they touch a lot of people on a daily basis.

Oct 29, 2011 02:22 AM

Howard and Susan Meyers

The Hudson Company Winnetka and North Shore - Winnetka, IL

Richard...it's often been said that one of the keys to making yourself stand out on the job is "just showing up".

Many don't.

Oct 29, 2011 02:22 AM

Adrian Willanger

206 909-7536 AdrianWillanger-broker.com - Seattle, WA

Profit from my two decades of experience

Richard-very well put, reminds me of the person who has worked years perfecting their craft and then all of a sudden they become an overnight success.

Best

Oct 29, 2011 02:23 AM

Liz and Bill Spear

Transaction Alliance 513.520.5305 www.LizTour.com - Mason, OH

Transaction Alliance Cincinnati & Dayton suburbs

Richard, I'd agree it's a combination of the two. We have to do the work to create the conditions for success, but if we write that blog post today that someone was looking for yesterday....darn.

Oct 29, 2011 02:23 AM

Lisa Dunham

Alexandria, VA

Associate Broker, Alexandria Virginia Real Estate

So true Richard! Even if you sit and wait for fate, you have indeed directed your own outcome. Great post!

Oct 29, 2011 02:26 AM

Richard Weisser

Richard Weisser Realty - Newnan, GA

Richard Weisser Retired Real Estate Professional

Ginny...

You are so right about that! I hope that we will see a follow-up FreddicMac post about a successful close of your deal and how you did it! Have a great Saturday.

Sara...

Absolutely. It's all about taking control of your own destiny. Thanks so much.

H & S...

It sounds so simple, doesn't it? Thanks for jumping in this morning.

Oct 29, 2011 02:34 AM

Dorie Dillard Austin TX

Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX

NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones

Good morning Richard,

Another wonderful message from you..some will call it fate when success comes but the truth is if your out there doing it you will find yourself in the right place when opportunity knocks :).

Oct 29, 2011 02:36 AM

Richard Weisser

Richard Weisser Realty - Newnan, GA

Richard Weisser Retired Real Estate Professional

Adrian...

Did you know that the Beatles played together for eight years before they became an "overnight" success? Excellent point and thanks for bringing it up!

Bill...

Oh yes, sometimes timing is everything! But hey, that's show business. Thanks my friend.

Lisa...

That is actually very profound. Doing nothing does indeed lead to its own brand of outcome. Thanks so much for adding to the conversation.

Dorie...

You find find it in front of the TV either, despite what all those 3 A.M. infomercials tell you. Thanks and have a great Saturday!

Oct 29, 2011 02:47 AM

Sheila Anderson

Referral Group Incorporated - East Brunswick, NJ

The Real Estate Whisperer Who Listens 732-715-1133

Good morning Richard. Terrific post. I like the positive attitude you express. Timing is important but readiness also has to be present. Have a safe and productive day.

Oct 29, 2011 02:49 AM

Kristin Johnston - REALTOR®

RE/MAX Platinum - Waukesha, WI

Giving Back With Each Home Sold!

I think to a certain extent real estate has some areas of chance, but I do believe we create our own destiny for the most part!

Oct 29, 2011 03:04 AM

Barbara Todaro

RE/MAX Executive Realty - Happily Retired - Franklin, MA

Previously Affiliated with The Todaro Team

Good morning, Richard.....good post....if we're doing nothing except waiting for the phone to ring, we have a long wait!!

Oct 29, 2011 03:05 AM

William Feela

WHISPERING PINES REALTY - North Branch, MN

Realtor, Whispering Pines Realty 651-674-5999 No.

Richard...you can do everything right in marketing or what ever, but being in the right place at the right time can still put you on top.

Oct 29, 2011 03:05 AM

Andrea Swiedler

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices New England Properties - New Milford, CT

Realtor, Southern Litchfield County CT

Richard, what a great post! Hard work, knowing your craft, not being afraid to take risks, hard work again... and being consistant. Sitting and waiting isn't really such a hot idea.

Oct 29, 2011 03:28 AM

TeamCHI - Complete Home Inspections, Inc.

Complete Home Inspections, Inc. - Brentwood, TN

Home Inspectons - Nashville, TN area - 615.661.029

Good morning, Richard. Very good! Kinda like going out, killing something and dragging it home...

Oct 29, 2011 03:28 AM

Mike Cooper, Broker VA,WV

Cornerstone Business Group Inc - Winchester, VA

Your Neighborhood Real Estate Sales Pro

I'll take them both, Richard. I sold three houses this week because I just happened to bump into folks. It was a crazy. I don't think I can market that as a marketing plan!

Oct 29, 2011 04:48 AM

Lisa Von Domek

Lisa Von Domek Team - Dallas, TX

....Experience Isn't Expensive.... It's Priceless!

Good morning Richard,

As with Mike, I will take both planning and kismet - great things happen!

Oct 29, 2011 05:02 AM

Cathy McAlister

Cathy Ashley McAlister, GRI CDPE - Broker / Sacramento - Sacramento, CA

Sacramento DRE#00648507

Last month, I was holding an open house and a man came through very quickly and muttered something about "this won't do"; but we saw a house up the street can you show us. My partner took over the open house, went up the street and wrote an all cash offer right then and there (since closed); plus took a listing on their existing home in a high end neighborhood. The open house almost didn't happen that day. You never know.

Oct 29, 2011 09:21 AM

Steve Loynd

Alpine Lakes Real Estate Inc., - Lincoln, NH

800-926-5653, White Mountains NH

Richard. some times it's all about connections: many a live wire would be dead without connections.

Oct 29, 2011 09:27 AM

Tatyana Makarov

Century 21 All Points Realty - South Windsor, CT

Your Greater Hartford Area Realtor

Hello Richard,

I would definitely say that hard work and good management will take you places... But have to say that it is always helpful when you can have a "hand" from a friend who can refer.

Oct 30, 2011 02:46 PM