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What Motivates You?

We are all driven by different things. Are you driven by:

Expectations of others
Your own expectations
Goals
Money
Personal reward
Achievements
Competition
Helping others

Or by something else?

Motivation is the "drive" that moves us toward reaching an end. That end may be something we covet or it may just be an accomplishment that is important only to you. Our values tend to play an important role in what motivates us and each of us (because our values may differ) find importance in other things.

Regardless, we find personal satisfaction in reaching our goals, helping others, and simply knowing we can make a difference.

The differences we make may be recognized by only a few or perhaps many; and at times by no one but yourself. Regardless (even though we all like to be recognized) we know the contributions we make on a daily basis and we know we are "difference makers."

Posted by Jon Wnoroski, Summit County Realtor on 08/30/2008 11:07 AM

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9 Comments on What Motivates You?

helping children motivates me... unfortunately, they aren't the ones buying houses, but I'm super motivated when they become part of the picture.

08/30/2008 11:22 AM

by Mara Hawks, REALTOR®, Homes For Sale in Auburn-Opelika, Alabama, AU, Lee County (FIRST REALTY)

I am an idea guy... i love coming up with things that bring value to the lives of others and their business.

Chris the Implementer

08/30/2008 11:25 AM

by Chris Brown - Orlando Mortgage Pro | Orlando Credit Repair | CMPS (www.OrlandoMortgagePro.com)

Knowing that I am helping a family build a house that will become their home for many years motivates me and makes me feel proud of what I do for a living.

08/30/2008 11:27 AM

by Sherry Landowski (William Ryan Homes)

To be a "difference maker", and it will be an individual definition, of course, is probably the hallmark of all successful and long-term realtors. Thanks for the thoughtful post.

08/30/2008 11:48 AM

by Li Read at Sea to Sky Premier Properties

Nothing motivates me like helping a young couple buy their first home.

08/30/2008 02:55 PM

by Fred Chamberlin - Eugene/Springfield's #1 Experienced FHA Mortgage Consultant (Alpine Mortgage Planning - Eugene/Springfield OR)

Jon, this is a great question! My main motivation is my family and seeing the excitment of my clients when getting the keys for their new home or showing appreciation for helping them sell their home.

08/31/2008 01:34 AM

by Cowlitz County Real Estate Agent Venancio Gonzalez (Windermere Real Estate/Allen & Associates)

One more thng -- add family to the list.

08/31/2008 01:36 AM

by Scott Hoen, ePro, MBA (eMarketing Services)

I really love selling real estate because of all of the wonderful (and sometimes not so wonderful) clients that I get to help with one of their lives most significant ventures! It is very rewarding every time I go to settlements for all involved, especially when it is with first time home buyers...

08/31/2008 01:58 PM

by Michael Klijanowicz - Relocation Specialist - Baltimore & Harford County (Baltimore & Harford County Maryland - Long and Foster )

Hi Jon,

Great post. In the spirit of "Paying it Forward" you recently visited my blog and I love visiting the blogs of people that have given me something - whether a word, advice or a thank you. When I saw this post I thought there are many things/people that motivate me but the three most important - my husband - he motivates me to take care of myself and to see the good in people and situations, my daughter - she motivates me to be open to all situations and switch gears quickly and lastly there's the sharing my ideas with clients and having them feel like it was the best thing ever suggested! My business is helping my clients gain more success - it's what makes me successful - I love that feeling!

09/06/2008 06:35 PM

by Anne Marie Malfi, Owner/Virtual Assistant, Bucks County,PA (Malfi Marketing Solutions)

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