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Motivational Monday...Never Leave Home Without It

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Motivational Monday...Never Leave Home Without It

 

Have you ever come across someone who had such a scowl on their face that you wanted to keep going or look the other way?

 

Perhaps they’re deep in thought or having a bad day and their face shows it. 

 

smiles

 

And then there are people I see on our morning walks with smiles on as they listen to music or to the sounds of nature...or are just happy to be out walking. 

 

And when I pass them, I check myself to make sure that I’m sharing my smile with them. 

 

 TIP: Next time you’re on the phone with a client, look into a mirror. That look you have on your face is being translated over the phone. Make sure you’re smiling!



When we smile at someone or have one given to us... spirits are lifted...even if it’s just for that moment! 



Most smiles are started by another smile. Frank A. Clark






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Comments (22)

Kat Palmiotti
eXp Commercial, Referral Divison - Kalispell, MT
Helping your Montana dreams take root

Ah, the power of a smile! Enjoy your day!

Aug 17, 2020 05:04 AM
Grant Schneider
Performance Development Strategies - Armonk, NY
Your Coach Helping You Create Successful Outcomes

Good morning Kathy Streib - you are never really dressed without a smile.  Check your wardrobe.

Aug 17, 2020 05:39 AM
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

This is excellent advice to share.

Take care, be safe and have a great day.

Aug 17, 2020 06:21 AM
Beth Atalay
Cam Realty and Property Management - Clermont, FL
Cam Realty of Clermont FL

Good morning Kathy Streib, our clients should be able to see our smile over the phone. We have so many reasons to be happy about. 

Aug 17, 2020 06:22 AM
Brian England
Ambrose Realty Management LLC - Gilbert, AZ
MBA, GRI, REALTOR® Real Estate in East Valley AZ

That is a great tip and we often convey our mood over the phone without even knowing it.  These 504 gateway errors are causing me to have a frown on my face rather than the smile that is normally there, haha.

Aug 17, 2020 06:34 AM
Paul S. Henderson, REALTOR®, CRS
Fathom Realty Washington LLC - Tacoma, WA
South Puget Sound Washington Agent/Broker!

My concentration face, I am told, is not very friendly. I am working on it...

Happy Monday morning, Kathy...

Aug 17, 2020 06:53 AM
Ron and Alexandra Seigel
Napa Consultants - Carpinteria, CA
Luxury Real Estate Branding, Marketing & Strategy

Good morning Kathy!  Loved the title, it made American Express a household word..Now Smiles!  A

Aug 17, 2020 07:14 AM
Sharon Lee
Sharon Lee's Virtual Assistance - Jonesborough, TN
Retired and loving life

So very true.  I have had that happen quite often and given one to someone and it can change your day. 

Aug 17, 2020 08:15 AM
Barbara Todaro
RE/MAX Executive Realty - Happily Retired - Franklin, MA
Previously Affiliated with The Todaro Team

did you ever smile with a mask on?  I do all the time and I know the person I'm smiling at is doing the same thing behind his/her mask.... even smiling has changed with covid-19....

Aug 17, 2020 08:19 AM
Myrl Jeffcoat
Sacramento, CA
Greater Sacramento Realtor - Retired

Even when you smile with a mask on, it show through your eyes. . .Unless, you're wearing sunglasses of course!

Aug 17, 2020 09:54 AM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

Hi Wayne Martin you've just learned to be prepared!!!   I have masks in our cars and hanging on a hook by the car keys. 

Donald Urschalitz that photo made me smile!

Aug 17, 2020 12:21 PM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

Hi Kat Palmiotti - it's a lot more powerful than we think!

Grant Schneider for sure. And if you do, go back home and make sure you have yours!

Roy Kelley We all need smiles now, don't we. 

Aug 17, 2020 12:26 PM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

Beth Atalay clients and others on the phone can tell if our voice is smiling!

Brian England  I get it!  Hope you go for a swim, hike or play some tennis instead of frowning!

Paul S. Henderson, REALTOR®, CRS I have to laugh because there is a gentleman where we walk who always has a very studious look on his face. I finally got him to smile and say hello. 

Aug 17, 2020 12:35 PM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

Ron and Alexandra Seigel it's the first thing I think of when I hear that phrase!!! Good branding. 

Sharon Lee you don't even have to say anything!

Barbara Todaro I do all the time. And you can tell by their eyes. 

Aug 17, 2020 12:44 PM
George Souto
George Souto NMLS #65149 FHA, CHFA, VA Mortgages - Middletown, CT
Your Connecticut Mortgage Expert

Kathy that is very true about talking on the phone.  A smile or frown comes across.  It can be sensed on the other side.

Aug 17, 2020 03:25 PM
Kris Collis, Associate Broker
Smart Way America Realty - East Stroudsburg, PA
Professional Results you Expect 570-801-5525

Yes, smiling with a mask, you can tell by the cheekbones that raise up a little.

Aug 17, 2020 04:02 PM
James Dray
Fathom Realty - Bentonville, AR

Morning Kathy.

Exactly, that is why I always end my blogs with a smile.

Aug 18, 2020 01:06 AM
Thomas J. Nelson, REALTOR ® e-Pro CRS RCS-D Vets
Big Block Realty 858.232.8722 - La Jolla, CA
CEO of Vision Drive Realty - Coastal San Diego

A great reminder Kathy.

  • My coach used to say, "Aren't you happy?"
  • Me: ""yeah I'm happy, why?"
  • Coach: "You may want to tell your face."
Aug 18, 2020 12:01 PM
Pat Champion
John Roberts Realty - Eustis, FL
Call the "CHAMPION" for all your real estate needs

I loved reading this post. I too smile at individuals you never know whose day you will make. Thanks for sharing.

Aug 20, 2020 09:49 AM
Sharon Tara
Sharon Tara Transformations - Portsmouth, NH
Retired New Hampshire Home Stager

Years ago when I did customer satisfaction calls I learned about the importance of smiling while on phone. You really can tell if someone is or not.

Aug 24, 2020 02:24 PM