Here we are. It’s 2010. The holidays are over. Time for a fresh start. Had a bad 2009? Put it behind you. It’s over and done with. Time for a new you. It’s time to figure out what you need to move your business up to the next level. The first step is to make […]
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Accountability – Why You Need it and Why it Works
Posted by Denise Lones on December 18th, 2009
“Denise, what’s the one secret to get my business to the next level?” This is a question I am asked quite often. Agents want to know the name of the magic potion of success so that they can whip up a batch of it. The funny thing is that I DO actually have the recipe […]
Your Number One Task for the New Year
Posted by Denise Lones on December 11th, 2009
As 2009 draws to a close, we are preparing for the “tax credit frenzy” that is to be upon us when the clock strikes midnight on New Year’s Eve. With the upcoming busy season in mind, I’d like to discuss the one task that will skyrocket your business in 2010. In a word, consistency. The […]
Is the Grass Really Greener on the Other Side?
Posted by Denise Lones on December 4th, 2009
This year, there is one question agents have asked me more than in any other year: “Denise, I’m thinking about leaving my brokerage for a different one. Should I make the move?” It’s understandable that you may be thinking about moving to a different office. Granted, this year has been a challenge. But before you […]
Want to Make More Money? Take More Time Off!
Posted by Denise Lones on November 30th, 2009
Do you know Superagent? Superagent works 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Superagent sells more real estate than anyone. Superagent never sleeps, always ready and on-call, tirelessly working on while her colleagues are falling behind. Well, I have news for you: Superagent doesn’t exist. And yet almost every agent I know is trying […]
3 Keys to a Successful Business Plan
Posted by Denise Lones on November 20th, 2009
It’s that time of year again. As 2009 heads toward its close, it’s time to put together your 2010 business plan. Not so fast. First, let’s talk about what makes a successful business plan. I’ve identified three essential keys that are absolutely necessary to write and implement a plan that works. I came up with […]
How to Prepare for the Upcoming Tax Credit Frenzy
Posted by Denise Lones on November 13th, 2009
Wow! What a week. Lots of changes have happened. Unless you were hiding under a rock, you certainly heard that the government has extended the First-Time Home Buyer Tax Credit. Not only is it extended, but it now includes a $6,500 credit for homeowners who have been in their homes for five of the last […]
The Power of a “Wow!” Experience
Posted by Denise Lones on October 19th, 2009
Have you ever been “wowed?” When was the last time you had a business experience that made you want to get on the phone and call everyone you know to tell them about it? I had such an experience recently. I had just finished teaching a class in Yakima. My associate and I faced a […]
Agents, Wake Up and Find Your Market
Posted by Denise Lones on October 12th, 2009
You may not have noticed it, but the real estate market is on the mend. We have had six straight months of consistently increasing pending numbers. This is a sure sign that people are becoming confident about buying real estate again. Not only that, but recovery is on the way for the higher-end market as […]
Routines, Powerful Tools for Your Real Estate Arsenal by Denise Lones
Posted by Denise Lones on September 8th, 2008
What’s the secret to success in any endeavor on Earth? One word—routines! What do I mean by routines? A routine is something that you do on a consistent basis that becomes second-nature to you. You do it without even thinking about it. Or it could be a learned behavior that you do for a short […]
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