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READ YOUR MIND - OZ PEARLMAN

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Real Estate Agent with Appraisal Review Board, Denton County, TX 0506509

Journal Entry for July 29, 2026

 

"Maturity is realizing that other people are not mind readers"

which emphasize the need for clear communication

instead of expecting others to guess our feelings.

 

If you watched the rescheduled White House Correspondents Dinner and roast and saw Mentalist Oz Pearlman entertain the cabinet members and guests, you may have been charmed and wondered - how did he do that?


Shortly after the Oz Pearlman's book was published, I bought the book. What drew me in to purchase the book was this published formula:


Learn how to:

  • Master the art of influence to read people, win trust, and shape outcomes

  • Sharpen your cognitive and emotional intelligence

  • Overcome rejection, procrastination, and self-doubt

  • Tap into the psychology of connection and persuasion


Overall, it was a good read but the book doesn't tell all. I did not learn how to be a Mentalist. But watching Oz entertain the Cabinet Members and Correspondents on T.V. it was very entertaining.

 

Mark Cuban's was one of several well-known celebrities who praised the book and author, Mentalist Oz Pearlman. "Oz gets right to the point: Success starts with understanding people. "Read Your Mind" isn't about tricks - it's about tools. If you want to close deals, build real relationships, and take control of any room, this is your playbook."


If you've been in business long enough, you already know the key to success is learning to listen, perfect your communication skills, and build relationships that last. 

 

 

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Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Real Estate Broker

Good morning, Patricia... can't say I ever read this book. Then again, I stopped reading self-help and business books some years ago... I only read for fun now. And I've given away most of those books that I had. That being said, after some 55 years in the business world I know only too well how important good communication skills are to success.

Jul 29, 2026 05:14 AM
Patricia Feager

Nina Hollander, Broker - Published in 2025 but wasn't advertised or available in my area until 2026.

I've seen several Mentalists and they blew my mind. I was curious and bought the book - but I didn't learn to read minds!

Jul 29, 2026 05:24 AM
Nina Hollander, Broker

Patricia Feager I find this mind-reading a bit disconcerting... don't want mine read and don't really have a great desire to read the minds of others.

Jul 29, 2026 05:36 AM
Patricia Feager

Nina Hollander, Broker - the book is not about reading other people's minds. It is about effective communication and learning practical techniques to sharpen your intuition. 

Jul 29, 2026 05:53 AM
Nina Hollander, Broker

Patricia Feager I realize that... but I'm still no longer reading business or self-help books any more. :)

Jul 29, 2026 06:37 AM
Gwen Fowler SC Lakes & Mountains 864-710-4518
Gwen Fowler Real Estate, Inc - Walhalla, SC
Gwen Fowler Real Estate, Inc.

Such an intriguing take on communication, Patricia Feager! That opening quote really hits home—realizing that people aren't mind readers is half the battle, whether we're dealing with clients or colleagues. Thanks for sharing your thoughts on Oz Pearlman's book and highlighting why building genuine relationships and listening actively remain the ultimate tools in our business!

Jul 29, 2026 05:29 AM
Patricia Feager

Gwen Fowler SC Lakes & Mountains 864-710-4518 

Overall, I liked the book very much. Here's a passage from page 199:

Life is a Team Sport

"You can feel weak in what you're trying to accomplish when you don't have a lot of mutually beneficial relationships. You have to let people in; you're not meant to do it all on your own. Remember, almost everything in life requires some degree of teamwork, whether at work or at home, so my last piece of advice is to improve your relationships if you want to work on your weaknesses."

Oz goes on to say, "Create a posse."

Jul 29, 2026 05:35 AM
Lawrence & Sheila Agranoff
Charles Rutenberg Realty 255 Executive Dr, Plainview NY 11803 - crrli.com. We are Lic. Assoc. Broker/Lic. RE Salesperson - Plainview, NY
Listing & Selling Long Island Real Estate

Patricia, I have never seen this in person but I guess what they do is a combination of observation, misdirecting and showmanship, but interesting.

Jul 29, 2026 05:33 AM
Patricia Feager

Lawrence "Larry" & Sheila Agranoff. Cell: 631-805-4400 - I was astonished! I hope you get a chance to see one someday. 

You're right it is a combination of all the things you mentioned. We are people, living in a people's world and there are many opportunities to learn human behavior. 

Jul 29, 2026 05:45 AM
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

Good Wednesday morning, Patricia. Thank you very much for sharing your observations and advice.

Jul 29, 2026 06:07 AM
Nick Vandekar, 610-203-4543
Realty ONE Group Advocates 484-237-2055 - Downingtown, PA
Selling the Main Line & Chester County

If you will listen people will tell you a lot. It is not a matter of doing all the talking but doing all the listening.

Jul 29, 2026 08:50 AM
George Souto
George Souto NMLS #65149 - Middletown, CT
Your Connecticut Mortgage Expert

Patricia good job in pointing out the good communication includes good listening.

Jul 29, 2026 05:12 PM