Each morning that I start out in the business, I’m careful to prepare myself for the day by going through a series of specific steps I call my Morning Get-Set. I do this because most agents, instead of starting (and staying) on track with their day, get caught up doing various “arts & crafts” – i.e., nonessential things. When it comes to my day-to-day practice of real estate sales, I want business—not busyness—to be my fate. So, with the specific aim of launching yourself in the right direction, be certain to do all five steps to begin each day
Your “Why” is the motivation that gives you purpose and, therefore, is what drives you to overcome the challenges you face. Each day, work to keep your “Why” top of mind…
FW Audio – The Seminal Question
Exercise:
In the box below, write down your “Why” regarding success in real estate sales. Save it for easy access; review it daily to bolster your connection to what motivates you to achieve your objectives…
Change is constant in people’s lives and everybody lives somewhere; thus opportunity is always available in real estate sales. The question is, do you recognize it?
FW Article – Opportunity Is Everywhere
Exercise:
In the box below, identify and list the ways that you have a scarcity mentality. Strive to turn your weaknesses into strengths. Be sure to reevaluate your list each morning, and make updates as needed…
Each morning, start at zero; review your standards for success; don’t confuse motion with action; understand and adopt a Now Model versus a Future Model.
Live-Learning Link – The Loop of Failure vs The Loop of Success
Exercise:
Take 4–5 minutes each day to contemplate the reality that today is your only day. Place a higher value on that fact. Be conscious to make the most of your day; mentally vow to not let it slip away…
Make each day in your business about talking with people. Set up your Talk-to Template for the day. Measure & evaluate what you do throughout your day.
Live-Learning Link – Exercise: Talk-to Template
Exercise:
Go to TPM Toolbox; then Success Tracker; then Set Talk-to Template: review your plan for how many people you’ll be talking to that day and at what times. Adjust as appropriate for you; take action accordingly…
Talking to people in Discovery Mode is the high skill in the business. Strive to develop skills in that vein: Ask-to-Listen, Triangulation-for-Truth, Vending Opportunity, etc.
Conversation Compass – Exercises
Exercise:
Go to TPM Toolbox; then Conversation Compass. Select one of the Conversation dialogues, listening for and reviewing the techniques in play. Click on Topic Quizzes; take/retake relevant quiz topics offered…