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Get Your Mind Right in 2009 - Part 3 of My Unintentional Series

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The most recent temperature "dip" (overnight lows moved between 7-9 degrees and a current reading of 29 degrees) in Columbia SC have created a perfect environment for me to stay inside and update myself on ActiveRain happenings. After reading this morning's blog post by Travis Olson, I was inspired to package three blog posts for you that can be used in "Getting Your Mind Right" in 2009. Without the right mindset, this year could be even more tumultuous than 2008.

Part One - Passion & Persistence: When you watch the AFC & NFC Championship Games on tomorrow, you'll be watching real-life examples of qualities that will be needed to realize your 2009 goals.

Part 2 - Be Well....Be Thankful......Be Focused: A Birthday Wish for You from Me!

 

Part Three - Read These Books/Change Your Perspective!

In Big Dreams/Goals in 2009 - Why You Will Succeed...or Fail, Olson discusses several books that have changed his views on business. I'd like to share two that have had the same impact on my life.

 

Shift by Gary Keller and The Dip by Seth Godin

As the formula for Coca-Cola has been successful for decades, reading these books and absorbing the knowledge available to you in the ActiveRain community will prove to be just as enduring and vital to your real estate success.

Remember..........

"The only difference between now and a year from now is the people you met and the books you read."

Have A Great Weekend!

STAY WARM!

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Mark MacKenzie
Phoenix, AZ

Really well said about books and people - this is so true.

If you mind and your sphere are not evolving, then you are doing something wrong. :)

Jan 17, 2009 10:49 AM
James Wexler
wexzilla.com - Scottsdale, AZ

reading success stories, whether it be Coca-Cola, McDonalds, or ReMax sotry are inspirational and eductation, well worth the $15, always

Jan 18, 2009 01:38 AM
Daniel J. Brudnok, REALTOR
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Fox & Roach, REALTORS - Exton - PA License #RS-225179-L / Delaware License #RS-0025038 - Downingtown, PA
SRES, e-PRO,ABR,GREEN,CSP
David, Thanks.....the Dip is one I need to read..
Jan 18, 2009 10:16 PM
Nicole Weidauer
Keller Williams Greater Seattle - Shoreline, WA

This has been a GREAT unintentional series ;) You should join Gary Keller and the other KW International for the Family Reunion as a speaker. You are on a role with your messages and they have sure put things in perspective for me.

2009 is going to have is challenges, just like 2008, but if we don't prepare for them then we are no better off than we are right now. We need to get focused and move with resolve.

Thanks for sharing, Nicole Weidauer

The Egerer & Weidauer Team, Keller Williams Realty North Seattle

P.S. I am sorry I haven't called you back yet. I'm going to get you one of these days. Things have been busy around here (YAY) so my mind has been in other places. Have a great rest of your week!

Jan 19, 2009 04:32 AM
Rebecca Levinson, Real Estate Marketing and Online Advertising Consultant
Real Skillz-Clear Marketing for Your Real Estate Vision - Lake Geneva, WI
David, So true. Never stop learning and surround yourself with like company and great people.
Jan 21, 2009 07:34 AM
Terry Miller
Miller Homes Group - Tyler, TX
Miller Homes Group and Tyler Apartment Locator

I love your blog and thanks for joining mine. Have a great 2009 and together we all succeed.

Jan 22, 2009 03:31 AM
Joanne Crum
Rhodes & Co Real Estate - Southern Pines, NC
Your Ft. Bragg Connection

David, I really enjoy your blog. I completely agree with where you're coming from. If we want to succeed we need to make changes to meet the challenges put before us. There is so much good and motivational information out there. I loved "Shift". You definitely have to change what your doing to stay ahead of this market. What used to work just isn't going to get it anymore. I am looking for to buying and reading "The Dip".

Feb 21, 2009 01:15 PM
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