When we think of our business and how real estate agents are viewed, there is obviously some reason for the reputation our industry has earned. Sub-prime, over priced homes, falling home values, upside down sellers, bad advice makes you really stop and think about ethics, morals and real empathy in our industry. The real fix always starts with ourselves. Doing the right thing at every chnace we get builds our self esteem in a good way! People that we work wiht take notice of this and a by product may be repeat or referred business! That is a great compliment! We cannot change the world, but I can change how I act within our world. We have the choice each day to become part of the cure or part of the madness. I choose to make a difference in what I can do in my little piece of the world to be a part of the positive and above board. Years ago I came across the "Seven Deadly Sins" by Mahatma Ghandi! I found them very basic but to the point! They are all about business, our behavior and attitudes. We can all make a difference if we choose to do so!
Seven Deadly Sins refer to Societal Sins:
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Jim: I've known that we think alike by previously reading your posts but, this one is a passion for me! I stay as far as possible from those who do not have the ethics or standards which one should possess. We should not only practice honor and ethics in this business but, as we live our lives.
All seven points are SO easy to avoid and the counteractions are even easier to maintain in this life! If more of us operated with the highest of ethics, our profession would not have the reputation which we do!
Debe Maxwell Thanks! We make an effort to work and refer to other agent that have the same value system as us! Over the years we all benefit, not that we became millionaires, but because we conducted ourselves by placing clients needs first. Even if it meant he client walked away and did the wrong deal with another agent - that is not our problem!
Jim,
Our country was built on moral fiber and conviction! What happened to us? I see many here on activerain who want to make a difference once again. I still think there is hope for America and I plan to do my part pulling that wagon.
Jim, Thanks again for sharing. You always give us food for thought. I want to make a positive difference for the people in my life, that includes family, friends, coworkers, clients and customers.
Kathy Fisher REMAX Unlimited Lexington TN
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