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Barracuda Are Attracted to Shiny Objects Too

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Real Estate Agent with Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 UT DRE# 6541633-SA00

A Barracuda Likes Shiny Objects Too

 

Anyone who has scuba-dived or snorkeled in tropical waters, such as seagrass beds, mangroves, and coral reefs, know to avoid wearing anything reflective or brightly colored. It can garner the wrong kind of attention.

 

Barracuda thrive in the Atlantic, Pacific, and Indian Oceans, and are also found in the Caribbean and Red seas. Some swim in brackish bodies of water as well. Barracuda vs Real Estate Agents Comparisons:

 

  • Act without much thought. You might even say barracuda's are reckless in their behavior.

- Our moves must be thought-out before proceeding. When haphazardly flying by the seats of the pants, there is no true direction.

 

  • Can hide in plain sight. That serves barracuda's well to be virtually invisible when hunting or when being hunted.

- For an agent, it can have negative consequences, we must be seen and heard to be effective in our local selling areas!

 

  • Jaws are lethal weapons. Barracuda's sharp teeth slice and dice their prey easily, for a quick meal.

- Human mouths are known to be biting as well! Avoid gossip mongering when discussing business matters with peers.

 

As the market continues to shift, sales people will suddenly appear out of nowhere to show off the newest, greatest wares, giving off a shiny penny effect. Resist or become prey to their camouflaged motives.

 

Trendy gimmicks are designed to separate you from hard-earned resources. Avoid them or it can turn into a ‘cuda’, woulda, shoulda scenario!

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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
St. George Utah Area Residential Sales Agent

Glad they were proactive, Kathy Streib. Mike was snorkeling just off the Great Barrier Reef and came face to teeth with a barracuda. He was terrified until it swam away!

Oct 29, 2022 01:09 PM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
St. George Utah Area Residential Sales Agent

That is true, Georgie Hunter R(S) 58089. In changing markets, some lose sight of what works and want instant results, thinking it can be bought!

Oct 29, 2022 01:21 PM
Sheri Sperry - MCNE®
Coldwell Banker Realty - Sedona, AZ
(928) 274-7355 ~ YOUR Solutions REALTOR®

Hi Wanda,

Great comparison between agents and the barracuda!  I now appreciate that reference to a barracuda a little more.  Haha

Oct 29, 2022 02:40 PM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
St. George Utah Area Residential Sales Agent

At a Halloween party last night, my husband was telling about the barracuda encounter and this is the result! Glad you like the reference, Sheri Sperry - MCNE®.

Oct 29, 2022 04:48 PM
Sham Reddy CRS
Howard Hanna RE Services, Dayton, OH - Dayton, OH
CRS

Great advice Wanda!!! Thanks for sharing!!!

As the market continues to shift, sales people will suddenly appear out of nowhere to show off the newest, greatest wares, giving off a shiny penny effect. Resist or become prey to their camouflaged motives.

Oct 29, 2022 05:06 PM
Lauren Williams, CPO
Casual Uncluttering LLC - Woodinville, WA
Professional Organizer: Puget Sound homes

Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can! Laughing so hard it hurts, as a daughter of a Floridian who hates 'cudas. Thought-provoking column. Lauren

Oct 29, 2022 06:39 PM
Endre Barath, Jr.
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties - Beverly Hills, CA
Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002

Wanda, loved the analogy on a side note now many Marketing Gurus will appear as well to help struggling agents and will help them out of their hard-earned money too, Endre

Oct 29, 2022 11:14 PM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
St. George Utah Area Residential Sales Agent

Thank you so much Sham Reddy CRS, glad you appreciated this post! Much continued success to you!

Oct 29, 2022 11:34 PM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
St. George Utah Area Residential Sales Agent

Good to see you Lauren Williams, CPO, CVPO! You would know their nature…just saying. 😉

Oct 29, 2022 11:37 PM
Lauren Williams, CPO

Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can! Laughing again! Lauren

Oct 31, 2022 08:24 AM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
St. George Utah Area Residential Sales Agent

You and I are on the same mindset. Glad to know I am not alone, Endre Barath, Jr.. Thank you!

Oct 29, 2022 11:42 PM
Grant Schneider
Performance Development Strategies - Armonk, NY
Your Coach Helping You Create Successful Outcomes

Good morning Wanda - surely no one likes an agent the is a barracuda.  It does come back to bite you.

Oct 30, 2022 04:36 AM
Kat Palmiotti
eXp Commercial, Referral Divison - Kalispell, MT
Helping your Montana dreams take root

Loved your analogy and lessons!

Oct 30, 2022 06:15 AM
Brian England
Ambrose Realty Management LLC - Gilbert, AZ
MBA, GRI, REALTOR® Real Estate in East Valley AZ

Yet another reason for me not to swim in the ocean or even a lake for that matter, haha.

Oct 30, 2022 06:27 AM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
St. George Utah Area Residential Sales Agent

Relying less on gimmicky, new tools and more on what truly works is the way to go, Grant Schneider. The only way, in my opinion! 

Oct 30, 2022 03:12 PM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
St. George Utah Area Residential Sales Agent

Thank you so much Kat Palmiotti! Shiny Object Syndrome can be distracting and cost a lot of money.

Oct 30, 2022 03:15 PM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
St. George Utah Area Residential Sales Agent

Will take a pass on coming face-to-face with something so ferocious and unpredictable, Brian England, as well!

Oct 30, 2022 03:41 PM
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

Let's avoid the trendy gimmicks and have an outstanding week.

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Oct 31, 2022 09:13 AM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
St. George Utah Area Residential Sales Agent

Yes to both statements, Roy! Wishing you and Dolores a wonderful week.

Oct 31, 2022 09:19 AM
Nick Vandekar, 610-203-4543
Realty ONE Group Advocates 484-237-2055 - Downingtown, PA
Selling the Main Line & Chester County

Love the analogy and the way you made the comparisons and included the warning to beware of shiny objects. 

Nov 03, 2022 06:49 AM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
St. George Utah Area Residential Sales Agent

Thanks Nick Vandekar, 610-203-4543, it's interesting how a conversation can turn into an informational blog! With the market shift, comes companies wanting to make their products appear shiny and new, when it is most likely, the same ole stuff with a spin!

Nov 03, 2022 08:38 AM