Let’s face it, we have all had failures. No matter how hard we tried, some things just didn't work out.
As Real Estate professionals, I think it’s ok to admit that there were challenges that we weren't able to overcome. That’s how we learn and grow and become better sales people and better leaders.
"Acknowledging your struggles and shortcomings can be very beneficial" says Harvard Business School Assistant Professor Alison Wood Brooks. “This can be inspiring for others to admit you made mistakes along the way”
"People find you more humble and likable when you not only reveal your successes and accomplishments, but your struggles and shortcomings, too,” she says. “If we want to see positive workplace outcomes, we shouldn’t underestimate how important it is to be seen as humble, grounded, and well-liked.”
It’s important to remember that it’s ok to be real and admit that not every listing will sell, despite our best intentions. Not every deal will go through as we had hoped and things happen that are out of our control. Not every advertising campaign is successful. We try things and some work out, others don't.
That's life...unexpected things happen. Deals do fall apart.
The lessons we learn through experience, make us more knowledgeable and tough.
We come away knowing that experience shouldn’t be underestimated. It’s ok to admit that some times we tried and failed but we are still here. Still in the game....
Hello Joyce - where would many of the world's best and brightest be without the occasional mis-step, error or failure? Good enough for them, right? What about me?
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REALTORS® in Clark County, WA
I used to expect perfection from myself...what a silly woman I was then. Nobody is perfect, and the yin and yang of life is part of joy and learning. Now, failures are just lessons - hopefully, we learn, adjust, and move on quickly.
Long & Foster Real Estate Inc 610-225-7400 - Devon, PA
Tredyffrin Easttown Realtors, Philly Main Line
What a wonderful post, I really like the angle and the wisdom it imparts. Sharing our failures takes vulnerability, but it allows others to know us better and see the real person not just the Facebook persona.
There is lots of sage advice in your post. We all have failures and admitting to them, learning from them, and moving on (and no dwelling on them) is essential.
Well said, Joyce. I've always thought it someone has never failed at something, they may not have tried anything. Failure is an integral part of success. No one wants it, but it's hard to avoid it if you're charting new territory in your life.
Good morning Joyce Marsh, Luxury Market Specialist - the experts at anything have failed. I see failure as a learning experience. Excellent post. I am glad that Kathy Streib highlighted.
Life lessons, whether good or bad, up or down, help us with our daily decisions. We do learn from our mistakes as well as our triumps. Thanks for sharing. An Excellent read!
www.iCharlotteHomes.com | The Maxwell House Group | RE/MAX Executive | (704) 491-3310 - Charlotte, NC
Charlotte Homes for Sale - Charlotte Neighborhoods
I will always remember the story of Michael Jordan not making the cut for his middle school team. He worked harder than ever until he made the high school team.
There's no time for feeling sorry for yourself - you have to recognize your failures in order to achieve success!
Amanda Davidson Real Estate Group - Alexandria, VA
Alexandria Virginia Homes For Sale
Joyce, great post. Failure is inevitable but, as long as we get up, dust ourselves off and keep going it's not final. I think it's the best way to learn and always respect when someone shares a failure. It shows strength and character.
Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate-Kansas City Homes - Kansas City, MO
Experienced Agent in Kansas City Metro area
It's important to experience failure, even when it really hurts. I have a deal right now that may flip and I'm wondering...should I have done something differently? Smart pp learn from failure and don't blame others.