So....I'm sort of a numbers guy.....I like Excel. I like measuring things. I like calculating things. I like to know how big something is, how far away it is, how much it weighs, what if I add something to it, what if I take something away......you get my point.
Though no matter how much I like simple math, calculating things, measuring things.... I have had this realization about myself..............I don't like being measured. By others. Regarding measurements someone else deems appropriate for me to be measured by....................I can set my own measurements for myself. And so should you.
Additionally, if you're measuring me (which we all do), can you not also assume I'm measuring you. Sounds rough, I know, and life's not fair. *Sniff, sniff, cry. Tissue please. Move on.
Of course you may be wondering by now, "what the hell does James' issues have to do with anything"? Nothing. And you'd be absolutely right. Which brings me to the actual point of this blog post.
You see....I'm in sales. Specifically, real estate sales, I assume most of you reading this are in sales. Ultimately sales need to be measured, performance needs to be measured and we each may find that our level of success is tied to that measurement. All of which is fine and commendable. When these measurements are set and monitored by you, for you and the ones you love most.
Have a mentor or two or three. Feel free to share "your" measurements (goals) with them and solicit feedback. However, if those measurements are set by others, then that's simply hogwash and bullshine.
You see, here's my simple take on things, set S.M.A.R.T. Goals. Set them high so that you have to stretch yourself in order to make reaching them possible. My point is this....you set the bar....you determine how high or how low it should be....for you and your life.
If you want to have sales of one unit because you take care of a loved one, or work another career, or you're supplementing your household income....then that's just fine for me. Or if you want to have sales of hundreds of units, because that's what makes you warm and fuzzy, then that's fine too. It's your bar. Pole vault over it, limbo under it or sit it at elbow height and have a drink over it. Your choice. Have your own Yardstick.
I'm the #TXrealestateDude and this message is approved by me because it's my own damn opinion. Feel free to have your own as well. #BeInspired #ToBeYou. Peace Out at your Own Pace.
Do not go where the path may lead, go instead where there is no path and leave a trail. ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson
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