Atlantis, FL

A 10-Step Program to Success

When it comes to getting a job, listing, sale, or qualifying a lead improving the effectiveness is the key.

1. Do your homework on the client or property.

2. Have the right attitude in place.

3. Dress the part.

4. Polish your sales brochure.

5. Remember to control the meeting.

6. Ask a lot of questions.

7. Take some notes.

8. Deal with the decision makers.

9. Recap the interview / meeting with specifics.

10. Immediately send a thank you note.

One item that should be added to the list is to act enthusiastic. How many times have you had to suffer through somebody’s spiel that was just painful to endure. This still stands true today 90% motivation, 10% skill.

Memory Monday in Atlantis, Florida

As we go about our day, what do we really remember about it? Was there something that stood out, like a picture, a person, a name, or an event? The richness of life may come down to just being aware of the beautiful sights, smells, and sounds that come our way. As you go through this week’s hustle & bustle, try to stop for a minute and remember something that will really stick in your head.

By the way see if you can spot the misses in the tree.

Think a minute Thursday

Lately, I’m feeling like nature is calling me for a bit of a close-up. There is only so much you can talk about or recycle using the same information under a different title. Perhaps it’s a little like Politics, the same thing said or promised for the last 100 years, I feel enough already. So here is my friend the Gator taken on one of those Airboat rides. He appears to be thinking, just not sure it was on a Thursday…

Grasshopper Whoopee happening in Atlantis Florida

I am just fascinated at nature and what you may see on a daily basis or unexpectedly. This is one of the latest jewels to add to my list. If you notice closely there are two bugs and no doubt doing something on the level of an X-rated movie. Despite the double feature, these were the largest locust type I have ever seen. I wonder what will happen in nine months?

We may never be back….Real Estate 101

I wrote in a previous blog, that our lguanas have not been seen for two years and were not seen this year as well. Two winters ago a bad cold snap came through Florida, also known as Global Cooling. They could not find Al Gore during this time for some reason either.

Anyway, it effected these boys visiting our back yard next to the canal. This one especially because of its brilliant yellow/orange colors which is somewhat rare. Hope they return some day, but I fear they may never be back.