Tyler, TX

Given the state of the country, I have to say one thing loudly. BUY!!!! Some of the greatest fortunes have been built in times of chaos and crisis. The greatest leaders this world has seen, have come when the world was in total chaos. If you are serious about your future, now is the best time to think and grow big. Look back the companies that came out of the great depression. Strength is built in times of adversity. If you wait for the change, it will pass you and you will be playing catch up. Plan today for your future, then go out and achieve it. I don't need a bailout, I just need good old American know how and elbow grease. I am ready, come join me.

See you at the top!

During last month's Trustee sale at the courthouse, I gained a new listing but for me nothing comes easy. The property is an estate and the family members that are living in the home decided not to pay the mortgage. Now I am tasked with getting them out, ASAP!

Naturally, I offered Cash for Keys. Cash for Keys allows the homeowners or tenants (in this case) to move out (leaving property "broom swept") and received up to $1500 after turning over the keys. This saves face for the homeowners and allows them to have money for a deposit on a new place or to pay for moving expenses.

The tenants haven't acknowledged my attempts to contact them and apparently don't need the money to move on so the next step is the eviction process.

During the eviction process, the constable will accompany me and a locksmith, as well as "movers" that will put their belongings to the "curb".

I am having trouble processing the fact that some people will say "No Thank You" to $1500 but will allow their personal belongings to be "Kicked to the Curb".

It was a high counsel that I once heard given to a young person, "Always do what you are afraid to do."
Ralph Waldo Emerson

Take calculated risks. That is quite different from being rash.
George S. Patton

If you do not hope, you will not find what is beyond your hopes.
St. Clement of Alexandra

We are all inventors, each sailing out on a voyage of discovery, guided each by a private chart, of which there is no duplicate. The world is all gates, all opportunities.
Ralph Waldo Emerson

We have all heard about the Seven Wonders of the World. Can you name them? Today there are so many things that the discussion gets wide open very quick. I have way more than seven and they cross over from ancient to modern and even man made. I will give you my top seven and then move on to what I consider the seven wonders of the business world.

The Great Pyramids in Egypt.

The Great Wall of China.

The Grand Canyon

The Internet

The Dead Sea

The Rain Forest

The Northern Lights

I know I left out some of your favorites, but I did say I had a lot more than seven but these are my top seven. In business I also believe that there are seven wonders of successful business people. Yes there are more but if you key on just these seven you will be great in everything you do in business and in life. Each one can be expanded to encompass even more areas.

Integrity- Be honest and trustworthy in all your dealings!

Customer First- Put the customer's needs above yours, always!

Do It- If you said you would do it, then get it done.

Innovate- Get out there on the leading edge and be creative.

Chose a Mentor- Find someone who will be honest and critical of you.

Give Back- Volunteer and get involved in your community.

Listen and Learn- Always try to learn something new and listen to the market and your customers. The business man who listens has an edge on the competition and you always need to be educating yourself so you can keep your customers and employees up to date on the market and the product you sell. If you think you've heard or learned it all, I have one more lesson for you. Failure!

Don't get me wrong there are many more things that can make a business succeed, but they generally come from the foundation of these seven things. If you can make the seven things above into habits you will be amazed at the success your company can and will have.

Written By: Terry Miller

"The difference between good and great can barely be measured. But, it most definitely can be seen!"

~ Terry Miller

A winners pledge!

Let us all aspire to be great in our chosen markets. Let the competition and the customers see what a winner is. No more licking our wounds and whining, just good positive business plans. I will be better prepared and educated than my competition every day. I will be here for you and you will be there for me. Together we are invincible.

Join me on the road to the top!

Terry Miller http://yournowwhat.com