I was reading Brip Blap’s "building edition" of linklings and read one the headline of one link called "Stop Whining & Start Making Some Money" by Money Smart Life.

As we drove slowly through pot-hole filled roads in the Dominican Republic last week I saw example after example of people who are maximizing their limited resources to try and make ends meet.  When I look at the resources & opportunity available to me, I realize there is no excuse for not being successful, or at least working towards that goal. There is no room for whining, I need to shut up and start making some money.

How true this is!  As a Realtor, I know the systems I must follow to be successful.  I know I should make at least 10 phone calls or face-to-face meetings every day.  That’s the one area where I epically fail because I sometimes struggle with what to talk about, although I’ve been taught the F.O.R.D. rule:  Family, Occupation, Recreation and Dreams.  It does get awkward, though, to call someone you just don’t know that well.

I do send regular mailings to my friends and past clients.  I send them to acquaintances and sometimes strangers that I’ve crossed paths with.  Since I enjoy writing, this is never a problem.

The other entrepreneur skill I must work on is asking my friends and acquaintances for referrals, especially after I’ve offered masterful service.

It’s time to stop whining about the market and create opportunity!  How about you?  What are you doing to make yourself a success?

Photo from here.