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I know that I have talked about this before in the blog, but I think that in this economy and environment it is something that can not be discussed enough. We all know that the attitude we bring to any situation can greatly affect the outcome. It is one tiny little thing that only you…
Read MoreI know that life can be overwhelming at times and finding the time and effort to make that one extra phone call, write a note card or take a class can seem daunting, but DO IT. Take a few minutes and give this a try. Think of something really great in your life and think…
Read MoreI have heard this advice at countless classes and seminars over the years and thought it interesting, but have not ever done anything with the information. Sometimes I think that I am able to do it on the fly and don’t need to pre plan something like personal time. After all, isn’t the spontaneity of…
Read MoreI have met so many wonderful agents around the country that are true Ninjas that I thought it would be fun to interview them from time to time and find out what works for them. So welcome to the first Ninja Mom of the month post. Vicki Fazzini is a real estate agent on Bainbridge Island…
Read MoreThe whole point of this blog is for all of us to share ideas about how to manage and balance our lives so that we can have fulfilling relationships with our spouses and family, and also achieve our professional goals. Having a family is important and a huge focus for your life, but it is also…
Read MoreI had coffee recently with a group on Ninja Moms to brainstorm what worked and what didn’t in 2008. There were some amazing tips and ideas that came out of that meeting. Below is a summary:What was the best thing you did in 2008? ~ Doing an 8 in 8 and making the calls at…
Read MoreI was given this Goal Contract several years ago and have used it occasionally with moderate results. I was given it 2 months ago again and this time paid attention to the back as well as the front. (I know, I know, I’m not always the sharpest tool in the shed and it takes me a while…
Read MoreMastery in one’s career and consciousness growth simply requires that we constantly produce results beyond and out of the ordinary. Mastery is a product of consistently going beyond our limits. For most people, it starts with technical excellence in a chosen field and a commitment to that excellence. If you are willing to commit yourself…
Read MoreI was having a lively discussion last week with a number of Ninja Mom Real Estate agents last week regarding best practices from 2008, things to implement in 2009 and when we got to how we were going to hold ourselves accountable for doing what it takes to achieve our goals, things got quiet. The…
Read MoreIt’s that time of year again. People start talking about business plans and goals for the upcoming year. There are an infinite number of business plans out there, some of which are pages and pages long. I am always so impressed when people show my their 30 page plan broken down minute by minute for…
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