Neigh, neigh! I say.

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Real Estate Agent with Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 UT DRE# 6541633-SA00

Neigh, neigh! I say.

 

Taking a humorous approach in business has kept me from becoming a cynical person, especially when unforeseen or contrived circumstances present. Let's face it, not everything that happens in real estate is positive and uplifting!

 

Things may go south, sellers become frustrated, buyers get agitated, their agents quite often carry the brunt of the situation. Preventing unnecessary drama in a transaction can be done when everyone remains to the professional side. 

 

Hold onto what makes you happy. If it tries to

buck you off, just hold on tighter!

 

Unwise for those that get caught up in the transactional drama along with their buyer/seller clients.  It’s uncomfortable to be anywhere close to that. My guiding role is to be a solve problem-solver rather than add to chaotic conditions.

 

 

That is why good communication and listening skills rate high in working relationships. Along with remaining positive, it's important to: 

1. Be sincere. There are always skeptics in the audience that will heckle you if puffing or fluffing on information, it's almost guaranteed.

2. Show integrity. This shines through on all actions perceived by others and by taking an ethical route, you will become respected.

3. Have a sense of humor. The ability to laugh at yourself or to engage in laughter with others carries value and helps cement relationships.

 

Laughing is contagious, it also reduces stress levels. It's good for the heart, releasing endorphins into the body plus elevates mood and thought processes, also giving the lower belly a good workout. That's why I have abs of steel. 👀

 

Be wary of the horse with a sense of humor. ~ Pam Brown

 

Business plans or personal goals written down at the first of the year can go to the wayside, says Murphy's law. So when something adverse happens and I feel like crying, giving up or losing my sh*t...Neigh, neigh I say and JUST LAUGH!

 

Heyyyy, it does a body, mind and soul, good.

 


 

Part 2 of 3 Posts for the September ActiveRain Challenge  - Let's Get Serious About Writing A Blog Series

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Comments (19)

Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Realtor

Hi Wanda... now I have another thing to be envious of... your creative marketing skills. Wasn't the gardening enough? :))))

Sep 20, 2023 08:37 AM
Kathy Streib

love your comment Nina Hollander, Broker 

Sep 20, 2023 05:57 PM
Nina Hollander, Broker

Kathy Streib it takes a lot to intimidate me... but really... Wanda takes the cake for me!

Sep 21, 2023 04:01 AM
Alan May
Jameson Sotheby's International Realty - Evanston, IL
A moving experience!

heigh... now that's funny, right thar.

Sep 20, 2023 09:07 AM
Trish Cole
Veterans United Home Loans of Puget Sound NMLS#1907 - Puyallup, WA

What a great attitude.  That type of position helps everyone in a difficult transaction and shows the level of professionalism that can make or break a transaction.

Sep 20, 2023 09:26 AM
Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Los Angeles Pasadena 818.516.4393

Hello Hey (or should it be Hay??) Wanda - sometimes it is wise to say whoa when the door on the stable aspects of business and life go wild.   

Sep 20, 2023 09:26 AM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
St. George Utah Area Residential Sales Agent

Having fun is part of my business model, Nina Hollander, Broker, always has been. Prior to becoming an agent, I was in advertising and marketing, loved it but prefer to blaze my own trails!

Sep 20, 2023 12:19 PM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
St. George Utah Area Residential Sales Agent

Am saddled with unbridled humor, at times, Alan May and like they say, "Don't look a gift horse in the mouth." Buh-da-bum-cha!

Sep 20, 2023 12:45 PM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
St. George Utah Area Residential Sales Agent

The ability to laugh to create levity is something to hold onto, Trish Cole. There's more appropriate places to cry  or get angry instead of in a professional setting! LOL

Sep 20, 2023 12:46 PM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
St. George Utah Area Residential Sales Agent

Was going to be an Ex-horse-ist in a past life but knew I'd be saddled with too much responsibility in that field, Michael Jacobs!

Sep 20, 2023 12:48 PM
Michael Jacobs

🐴🐴🐴  

Sep 20, 2023 02:34 PM
Ed (Edward) Silva, 203-206-0754
Mapleridge Realty, CT 203-206-0754 - Waterbury, CT
Central CT Real Estate Broker Serving all equally

I am going through a turmoil now and that Neigh is far too close for comfort.

Sep 20, 2023 03:22 PM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
St. George Utah Area Residential Sales Agent

Hope you get through it okay, Ed (Edward) Silva, 203-206-0754, so you can say, hey, hey, no more neigh, neigh!

Sep 20, 2023 03:42 PM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX
Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX
NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones

Wanda,

What a great post! We are problem solvers and that should be something we strive to constantly improve! I do not like drama queens'... it's so much easier to work towards a common goal.

Sep 20, 2023 04:58 PM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
St. George Utah Area Residential Sales Agent

Working in a drama-free zone is preferred, Dorie Dillard Austin TX and I refuse to jump into chaotic situations when solutions may be just another thought away. Remaining calm helps to diffuse high emotions in most cases!

Sep 20, 2023 05:24 PM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

I love this Wanda-  Your creative marketing pieces definitely sets you apart from other agents. It's a lot easier to shake things off and move on than wallow in negativity. 

Sep 20, 2023 05:59 PM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
St. George Utah Area Residential Sales Agent

Grabbing the consumer's attention immediately is so crucial and very important, especially in a market that is very agent-saturated, Kathy Streib. Using humor can spark interest!

Sep 20, 2023 06:11 PM
Endre Barath, Jr.
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties - Beverly Hills, CA
Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002

OMG loved this post and the technical skills you have, bring it on is what sellers should be saying, Endre

Sep 20, 2023 10:04 PM
Brian England
Ambrose Realty Management LLC - Gilbert, AZ
MBA, GRI, REALTOR® Real Estate in East Valley AZ

I love how creative your marketing always is, you are top-notch!!!  I am guessing that you added the scooby doo eye to the horse in your featured photo?

Sep 21, 2023 04:39 AM
Kat Palmiotti
406-270-3667, kat@thehousekat.com, Broker/REALTOR® - Kalispell, MT
Helping your Montana dreams take root

Having a sense of humor and keeping things fun is so important to enjoying the journey. Love this post - and your horse-related theme!

Sep 21, 2023 05:37 AM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
St. George Utah Area Residential Sales Agent

Thanks, Endre Barath, Jr., Advertising and marketing was my other life before becoming an agent and I still enjoy creating ads and materials for my business!

Sep 21, 2023 06:41 AM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
St. George Utah Area Residential Sales Agent

Yes, that was me, Brian England! It seemed to work with the FUN aspect of this post.

Sep 21, 2023 06:42 AM