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Why you need to embrace your competition – Reason 2 of 5

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Reason Number 2 – You will learn new things

 

I love it when people say that they don’t want to give up their secrets. That is a complete joke.

 

Secrets?

 

Newsflash everyone – “Sales” has been in existence since the human race began and it shall be here until the dinosaurs return to rule the world.

 

There are no SECRETS.

 

In my industry, there will be around 5.5 million home purchases this year. There are more than enough deals out there for me to share my thoughts with my peers.

 

Here is the best part of sharing your secrets – others in the industry will see things which you are doing and help YOU make what YOU do even BETTER.

 

Of course, there will be haters and jerks (there will always be an endless supply of those); BUT, there will a lot of GOOD people out there with GOOD intentions and out of APPRECIATION will reach out to you and offer constructive advice.

 

When you are an open book with people, you will be amazed at the good people who come out to help you.

 

Follow me for part 3 when I talk about the effect of negativity.

 

Get ahold of me with questions and until then, conquer the world my friends!!

 

#khashtags

 

James Dray
Fathom Realty - Bentonville, AR

Morning Khash.

I have no problem in giving away what I have learned about this business.  Like you said there are no secrets

Aug 21, 2018 02:07 AM
Khash Saghafi NMLS

Thank you Sir. 

Aug 21, 2018 03:32 AM
William Feela
WHISPERING PINES REALTY - North Branch, MN
Realtor, Whispering Pines Realty 651-674-5999 No.

WE may be in compettion with them but we also need them.

Aug 21, 2018 03:01 AM
Khash Saghafi NMLS

True Sir

Aug 21, 2018 03:32 AM
Kat Palmiotti
eXp Commercial, Referral Divison - Kalispell, MT
Helping your Montana dreams take root

There really are no secrets, and I have no problem sharing how I do things with others!

And conversely, I've asked others in the industry how they do this or that. I'm open to new ideas!

Aug 21, 2018 03:21 AM
Khash Saghafi NMLS

And I am sure that is a huge reason to your success Kat. It helps you keep an open mind.


 

Aug 21, 2018 03:31 AM
Sally K. & David L. Hanson
EXP Realty 414-525-0563 - Brookfield, WI
WI Real Estate Agents - Luxury - Divorce

There are people insecure in what they do believing they have secrets...oh not.

Aug 21, 2018 04:41 AM
Khash Saghafi NMLS

You are not kidding about that Sally & David!!

Aug 21, 2018 06:24 PM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX
Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX
NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones

Good morning Khash Saghafi,

Sharing is the secret to success! If you share with others people will be drawn to you like a magnet and it will be amazing the people who will support you!

Aug 21, 2018 05:17 AM
Khash Saghafi NMLS

Beautifully said Dorie and thank you!!

Aug 21, 2018 06:25 PM
Wayne Martin
Wayne M Martin - Chicago, IL
Real Estate Broker - Retired

Good morning Khash. Sharing is a good thing. It makes you better! Enjoy your day! 

Aug 21, 2018 05:39 AM
Khash Saghafi NMLS

Agreed Wayne!!

Aug 21, 2018 06:25 PM
Barbara Todaro
RE/MAX Executive Realty - Happily Retired - Franklin, MA
Previously Affiliated with The Todaro Team

Good morning, Khash Saghafi there are NO secrets when it comes to sales....any type of sales.... and I share whatever I know and whatever I do.... this helps some and plays head games with others!!  not intentioally, but that's what often happens... I throw some off their game, if their game is not working well.... much of what we do can be considered a "game"....nothing that hurts anyone unless they allow it to.... those are not real players.

Aug 21, 2018 06:49 AM
Khash Saghafi NMLS

You are so right Barb!! Excellent points and I totally agree that people will spend more energy analyzing if it is a game than just taking the advice.

Aug 21, 2018 06:26 PM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

Khash- I have to go back and read #1 but I do love this one. Many years ago when I was in sales and managed an office, I felt so competitive with the manager of the other office. I hated feeling that way. When we both finally let go and became open books, that was when we started enjoying our work and we all grew. 

Aug 21, 2018 05:54 PM
Khash Saghafi NMLS

Thank you so much Kathy!! Excellent way to fix the relationship.

Aug 21, 2018 06:26 PM
Bruce Kunz
C21 Solid Gold Realty, Brick, NJ, 732-920-2100 - Howell, NJ
REALTOR®, Brick & Howell NJ Homes for Sale

Thanks for your post, Khash Saghafi. Working WITH other agents is the best way to learn things and get things done - which is in your client's best interest!
Bruce

 

Aug 21, 2018 07:58 PM
Khash Saghafi NMLS

Agreed Bruce!!

Aug 22, 2018 04:04 AM
Lottie Kendall
Compass - San Francisco, CA
Helping make your real estate dreams a reality

Hi Khash - and Active Rain is a good example of the sharing ethos. Just look at all we learn and enjoy here while sharing with others.

Aug 21, 2018 08:47 PM
Khash Saghafi NMLS

Agreed Lottie!!

Aug 22, 2018 04:04 AM
Marte Cliff
Marte Cliff Copywriting - Priest River, ID
Your real estate writer

I share copywriting tips with my friends on Active Rain, but do need to find some other copywriters to share with as well. There aren't that many of us in the real estate arena.

Aug 21, 2018 08:54 PM
Khash Saghafi NMLS

I am sure that they appreciate your professional advice Marte.

Aug 22, 2018 04:04 AM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400
HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400 - Pikesville, MD
Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome

 

Loving this series and looking forward to each new one.

Aug 22, 2018 07:05 AM
Khash Saghafi NMLS

Thank you Margaret!!

Aug 26, 2018 06:26 PM
Jeff Dowler, CRS
eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA
The Southern California Relocation Dude

Hi Khash

We all become much better as individuals, and as a profession, by sharing and learning from each other, both the good and the bad. AR is a great example of that!

Jeff

Aug 23, 2018 03:14 PM
Khash Saghafi NMLS

I agree Jeff and thank you!!

Aug 26, 2018 06:26 PM
Jan Green - Scottsdale, AZ
Value Added Service, 602-620-2699 - Scottsdale, AZ
HomeSmart Elite Group, REALTOR®, EcoBroker, GREEN

So true Khash!  Sharing creates an environment that raises the bar for everyone!

Aug 23, 2018 06:37 PM
Khash Saghafi NMLS

Definitely agree with raising the bar Jan. I know that my industry needs that a lot!! Higher standards of business!!

Aug 26, 2018 06:27 PM
Elizabeth Weintraub Sacramento Broker
Elizabeth Anne Weintraub, Broker - Sacramento, CA
Put 40 years of experience to work for you

I lay it out there in every blog I write in attempt to share what I know with other agents. Definitely, there are no secrets.

Further, I never worry about sharing my information because nobody will ever execute it in exactly the same way that I would do it, because nobody else is ME.

Sep 15, 2018 09:27 AM
John Henry, Florida Architect
John Henry Masterworks Design International, Inc. - Orlando, FL
Residential Architect, Luxury Custom Home Design

My Big Secret: I draw by HAND, not computer!!

Sep 16, 2018 08:02 AM
Pat Starnes-Front Gate Realty
Front Gate Real Estate - Brandon, MS
601-991-2900 Office; 601-278-4513 Cell

Now I need to find the rest of the series. You are such a positive force of nature. Go conquer the world. ;-)

Sep 16, 2018 02:04 PM
Beth Atalay
Cam Realty and Property Management - Clermont, FL
Cam Realty of Clermont FL

Hi Khash Saghafi, I love this post, give and it will be given back to you. In our profession, there are no secrets.

Sep 17, 2018 01:22 PM