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Who, What and Why....all in Southern California

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Real Estate Agent with Karen Parsons-Fiddler, Broker 949-510-2395 BRE# 01494165

 

Who, What and Why....all in Southern

California

 

Who I am, What I do and Why do I do it? The "where" is in Southern California. 

That's a long title for a blog post, so I shortened it, but that's the point. While some people start with the "what" of that question. What do I want to do in my life. I started with the "why." 

Perhaps in the most basic of terms, we work for our income. Of course we do. But why do we do what we do? Why real estate or lending or home inspections or staging....or shoe shining? Why do THIS to make a living? 

That's when the "who" pops up. For me, I've always been in sales of some kind. I love working with people and companies to problem solve. That's what sales is. Someone has a need and someone is finding a solution to fill that need. That's a fun way to make a living. I'm out of the house and I'm meeting new people all the time. That's the "who" side of me. I'm a salesman!

So real estate is just solving different problems and finding different solutions. I work with my clients to buy and sell properties to fit the personal and financial goals of them and their families....that's "what" I do. 

Why real estate? It's not a big mystery....it's fun! It's challenging and it's fun. I love meeting and understanding my clients and their families. Most importantly, I make my own time schedules. I do what I want, when I want. I can work as much or as little as I like and it's fun. The rest of the time I can enjoy my own life. 

So with all that in mind, here are my guiding principles.

Mission Statement

To listen to my clients needs, goals and dreams and use my experience and resources to help them reach theirs. To provide professional representation which puts my client's needs above my own.  

Vision Statement

Communicate. Never forget that we are a team and the need of one member is the need of all.  We will conduct ourselves with integrity and professionalism at all times and help each other when we can. Work as a team and succeed as a team.

Values Statement

Family comes first. In everything we do, we must put family before all else and in every decision we make. Always remember that "it's just a job." Relax, enjoy life and the time we have. Go out and take a walk.

 

Comments(7)

Bill Roberts
Brooks and Dunphy Real Estate - Oceanside, CA
"Baby Boomer" Retirement Planner

Well Karen Fiddler, Broker/Owner This is a good entry in  Bob Stewart's challenge. Good luck and have a nice Sunday.

Bill Roberts

Jul 31, 2016 01:11 AM
Hella M. Rothwell, Broker/Realtor®
Carmel by the Sea, CA
Rothwell Realty Inc. CA#01968433 Carmel-by-the-Sea

Karen Fiddler, Broker/Owner - Real estate is a challenge and not for the faint of heart. We work all hours including on weekends when our clients need us, so, yes, when we have the chance GO FOR A WALK if that is what gives you pleasure outside the job. Mine? I am about to go play with my dogs who are looking at me soulfully, and then back to real estate later.

Jul 31, 2016 01:59 AM
Susan Haughton
Long and Foster REALTORS (703) 470-4545 - Alexandria, VA
Susan & Mindy Team...Honesty. Integrity. Results.

Great entry and sounds as if you are in this business for all the right reasons.  And have your priorities straight!

Jul 31, 2016 02:13 AM
Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist
KD Realty - 408.972.1822 - San Jose, CA
Probate Real Estate Services

Karen,  The business of real estate is challenging and it can be fun. I like your values ...putting family first and taking care of our self is essential.  We cannot help others if own life and health is out of balance.

Jul 31, 2016 02:35 AM
Janice Zaltman
United Realty Group - Boca Raton, FL
Energy Efficient And Eco-Friendly Homes in Florida

Karen: That is a gorgeous photo. Did you take it? I especially like the last part of your statement, family first. Sometimes we take so much time serving others that we forget about taking care of ourselves.

Aug 08, 2016 11:33 AM
Karen Fiddler, Broker/Owner

No, unfortunately I can't take credit. 

Aug 08, 2016 11:35 AM
Donna Foerster
HomeSmart Realty Group - Parker, CO
Metro Denver Real Estate Assistant

Love your value statement Karen. This is how we make a living, it's not our LIFE!

Aug 17, 2016 12:28 PM
Patricia Feager, MBA, CRS, GRI,MRP
DFW FINE PROPERTIES - Flower Mound, TX
Selling Homes Changing Lives

Karen, 

You always have great wisdom to share! I like your entry for Bob's contest. 

Aug 24, 2016 04:01 PM