Posts by Nicole Mangina
Are you tired of working so many hours and not making more money?
You’re smart…so, why can’t you figure this out? If you have ever had this conversation with yourself, then read on. This post is for you.How would you feel if: You felt confident with your cash-flow? You knew that your clients were committed to you? You had the time to actually have a life? What would…
Read MoreWhen Something Throws You For a Loop, Take Time For This:
I had an orthodontist appointment yesterday that got me really spun out. I have been having issues with my jaw for a number of years now and finally decided to get it checked out. The findings are that my joint is deteriorating and, while it can be remedied, it is something that is fairly serious…
Read MoreToday is the day! Exciting announcements and business tips, all rolled into one!
I have spoken to a few agents lately about their business and they all talked about being so busy with the market that their personal lives are on the back burner. One agent talked about not being on the golf course as much as he would like. Another mentioned having to postpone a family…
Read MoreWhy Is It Always Easier For Everyone Else?
Have you ever had that thought? I must admit, I have. Whenever I am struggling with something, I invariably look up and see someone else who seems to do it without effort and with ease and think, why can they do it and I can’t? Sometimes there is a hint of admiration there but, often,…
Read MoreThings Not Moving As Fast As You Would Like? Try this…
It was beautiful in Seattle this past weekend. Gary and I spent one evening relaxing on our patio furniture enjoying the cool breeze and watching the sky change colors as the sun was setting. As we sat there I smiled thinking about all of the years that we spent without any. We spent the first…
Read More3 Ways to Kick Procrastination
How often do you procrastinate? For me, it’s a daily occurrence! I get distracted, Facebook beckons…you never know. The reality is that all of us procrastinate at certain points in our lives. Here are 3 ways I get myself back on track when I’m being spastic and am all over the place: Make a list: …
Read MoreStress is a Choice
A good friend sent this quote to me last week and it made me stop and think: “Stress is a reaction and, in any situation, we can choose how we want to react.” I have to admit that, from time to time, I catch myself running around like crazy telling myself over and over again how…
Read MoreHow to Get Your Clients to Work on Your Schedule
Setting boundaries with clients is one of the hardest things for agents to do. It is a topic that always seems to come up whenever I am teaching a class or coaching with an agent. How do you manage to get it all done so that you are not working endless nights and weekends? Here…
Read MoreMake Sure You Get Some Fun In!
All work and no play makes us all dull, boring and, let’s face it, cranky. I know that the market is busy right now but it’s still important to take time and re-energize. Whenever someone tells me that and I’m super busy, I look at them like they are crazy. How could I honestly take…
Read MoreWant to be a Better Negotiator? Get a Little Leverage!
Alex, our oldest, got one of those baseball things where the ball is basically on a tether; you spin it around and then practice hitting the ball. (I’m sure there is a technical name for it which is escaping me, but hopefully you know what I’m talking about.) Anytime he gets something new he is…
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