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Dave Liniger, RE/MAX Co-Founder Talks Life, Real Estate and Having a Plan

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Dave Liniger, My Next Step

Dave Liniger, Co-Founder of RE/MAX, joined Bob at ActiveRain University to discuss his recovery from a life threatening illness that left him in a coma for four months. Only 18 months later, Dave is back leading RE/MAX and living a life that his doctor's weren't sure would happen.

How does a man who had it all, was literally on top of the world, recover from a life threatening illness, and even when facing down the possible reality of never again being able to walk, find the strength and courage to say "I will beat this"?

In this interview, Bob and Dave discuss overcoming adversity. Is it possible for anyone to learn the skills to tackle any challenges life and business throw your way? They also talk real estate and Dave gives some invaluable advice to anyone looking to advance their business to new levels. Dave also looks forward a little bit and shares what he thinks is important in the coming years for agents to consider when looking at technology for their business. 

The entire interview is at the bottom of the post. In addition, we have broken out a few of the more poignant answers to allow you to listen to some of the finer points of the interview.

I wanted to give up

I'm going to walk out of here

 

Are You Born with This Attitude?

 

Courage comes from confidence and confidence comes from experience

 

The ABC's of Real Estate



 

Replace the Real Estate Agent

 

Real Estate Teams

 

 

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The Entire Interview



 

 

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Paddy Deighan MBA JD PhD
http://www.medicalandspaconsulting.com - Vail, CO
Paddy Deighan J.D. Ph.D

very intriguiing and compelling story....I will absilutely take a look and enjoy reviewing this...I di dnot know this story before and it is interesting

Jun 19, 2013 05:10 AM
Bob Miller
Keller Williams Cornerstone Realty - Ocala, FL
The Ocala Dream Team

Thanks Active Rain on a great webinar and recording and sharing it!

Jun 19, 2013 05:10 AM
Helen and Larry Prier- Re-Max Gateway - Residential Real Estate
RE-MAX Gateway- Residential Real Estate Sales - Anacortes, WA
Anacortes & surrounding Skagit & Island Counties

Thanks Bob, I am going to watch this later. I have you bookmarked.

Jun 19, 2013 08:50 AM
Bill Reddington
Re/max By The Sea - Destin, FL
Destin Florida Real Estate

Always great to hear Dave answer questions and relate to todays Reak Estate Market.

Jun 19, 2013 01:16 PM
Michael Setunsky
Woodbridge, VA
Your Commercial Real Estate Link to Northern VA

Bob, thanks for posting the interview. Bookmarked!

Jun 19, 2013 11:06 PM
Lyn Sims
Schaumburg, IL
Real Estate Broker Retired

Wow, I went & listened to the clip after reading Fernando's comment #15.  Very well said DAVE!!!  I am in total agreement with the distinctions we must all learn between advertising partners & adversaries.  I believe that Z & T were once operating under the guise of partners but have turned or will be turning more towards adversaries.  Again, they need us more than we need them!  We have the control of the inventory which attracts buyers, advertisers for them to generate revenue!

Dave did a great job, please listen to that Replace the Real Estate Agent segment!

Jun 20, 2013 01:05 AM
Linda Metallo DiBenardo
RE/MAX Impact, Lockport, Illinois - Lockport, IL

  I heard it live, but sure will listen to it several more times.   Agree with Lyn (#35) and Fernando (#15).  

 

Jun 20, 2013 01:55 AM
Jan Green - Scottsdale, AZ
Value Added Service, 602-620-2699 - Scottsdale, AZ
HomeSmart Elite Group, REALTORĀ®, EcoBroker, GREEN

So glad that you were able to share this interview with all of us and for Dave Liniger's participation.  No matter which company you're with, his advice is worthwhile.  I'm proud to say that I'm with RE/MAX and have heard him speak in person.  Following his advice, and that of the owner of my franchise, "If you want to play better golf, play with better golfers."  That's been my goal ever since joining in 2003 and I've never left, never thought of leaving.  It's great to be associated with such professionals, professionals on this site.  What a treat this was Bob,  Thanks for posting snippets of the interview again.  It was great listening to them again. 

Jun 20, 2013 03:25 AM
Laura Filip
Laura Filip Broker , Opening doors for All Seasons of Life - Whitesboro, TX
What can we do for you today?

Great post thank you for sharing. Never give up move move move talk to you soon

Jun 20, 2013 05:28 AM
Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Real Estate Broker

Thanks for this. I was at closings and couldn't listen in. Now I can.

Jun 21, 2013 01:13 AM
Ginny Gorman
RI Real Estate Services ~ 401-529-7849~ RI Waterfront Real Estate - North Kingstown, RI
Homes for Sale in Southern RI and beyond

Bob, sorry I missed it but the clips are great to share and as always Dave is right on with his points....we all need to remember all of them and work at it.

Jun 22, 2013 08:46 PM
Mickey Hayward
Sunset Properties, Hayward Realty - Onley, VA
Farm - Land - Home Sales & Commercial Real Estate
An excellent interview on many levels. Dave understands life and business like few others. I can't wait to read the book.
Jun 22, 2013 10:08 PM
Thomas Biggs
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. - Bethesda, MD

A great motivating discussion. Thanks!  It made me want to reconsider the REMAX model.  Gave me alot to think about even at mid-year.

Jun 23, 2013 12:33 AM
Joe Pryor
The Virtual Real Estate Team - Oklahoma City, OK
REALTORĀ® - Oklahoma Investment Properties

I spent 16 years with RE/MAX® and have great admiration for Dave. After my life threatening battle with cancer in 2008 I understand what it is to be on his side of the fence and what he said resonated with me. Dave is a true pioneer and innovator in our industry and we will all benefit from this experience and knowing wehat he has done, he will have more lessons to teach us and enrich us. 

Jun 23, 2013 12:42 AM
ARDELL DellaLoggia
Better Properties Seattle - Kirkland, WA

Fabulous! Great job Bob.

Jun 23, 2013 01:53 AM
John Marshall - FORE!
LoKation Real Estate - Cherry Hills Village, CO
Specializing in Golf Course Properties

Excellent stuff here, I had to bookmark to refer to again and again.

Thank you for this interview AR.

Jun 23, 2013 02:29 AM
Jon Kolsky
Kolsky Realty & Management - Long Beach, CA
Licensed California Real Estate Broker

Dave~ giving up is a excuse for accepting a result not wanted, real stories of fighting beating poor results are inspiring to say the least. Sharing your experience makes me stronger plus I am sure I am not alone! Thank you!!!!! PS: Even though this has been featured "I am compelled to hit the suggest button anyways"    

Jun 23, 2013 03:04 AM
Barb Szabo, CRS
RE/MAX Above & Beyond - Cleveland, OH
E-pro Realtor, Cleveland Ohio Homes

These are great clips Bob and I too have heard Dave speak but not since his battle with this infection. He is a leader in every sense of the word and doesn't recommend anything he has not done himself, when it come to real estate.

Jun 23, 2013 09:48 PM
Bill Kennedy
Keller Williams Greenville Upstate - Greenville, SC
Homes For Sale Greenville SC

http://activerain.com/blogsview/3772130/personal-development-positive-thinking

Here is my blog. I hope you enjoy it.

 

Bill

Jun 29, 2013 04:48 PM
Gita Bantwal
RE/MAX Centre Realtors - Warwick, PA
REALTOR,ABR,CRS,SRES,GRI - Bucks County & Philadel

Thank you for the post. I will check out the interview .  I have Bookmarked it

Jun 30, 2013 10:43 PM