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Susan Emo
Sotheby's International Realty Canada - Brokerage - Kingston, ON
Kingston and the 1000 Islands Area

I've been in this business a long time and have witnessed many Realtors suffer through bad health, divorce, money issues, family issues . . . 

my definition of "Success" is to live a happy & healthy life with as little stress as possible. 

I accomplish this by having my priorities being Faith, Family then Career!  I am very protective of my time and do not allow my business life to intrude on my personal life. 

My clients seem to value this as much as I do and I've found Like attracts Like!

Apr 14, 2016 12:23 AM
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Barbara Todaro
RE/MAX Executive Realty - Happily Retired - Franklin, MA
Previously Affiliated with The Todaro Team

oh how I love what Susan Emo stated..... 

Apr 14, 2016 05:45 AM
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Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist
KD Realty - 408.972.1822 - San Jose, CA
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I have to agree with Susan Emo here ... Success to me is not $$$ and high volume production ... it is living a happy, healthy and joyful life and being able to help others along the way.

Apr 14, 2016 01:54 AM
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Thomas J. Nelson, REALTOR ® e-Pro CRS RCS-D Vets
Big Block Realty 858.232.8722 - La Jolla, CA
CEO of Vision Drive Realty - Coastal San Diego

Contact, Care & Community. Everything that sets me apart is within those three departments. Yep, they're not just words, they are departments with systems in my business. Oh and, I run my business like a business, not a job. Which means, I can still earn income, while away for periods of time.  Susan Emo just put up the best answer, I defer to hers as the best way to be different (be happy & healthy).

Apr 14, 2016 12:17 AM
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Tony and Suzanne Marriott, Associate Brokers
Serving the Greater Phoenix and Scottsdale Metropolitan Area - Scottsdale, AZ
Haven Express @ Keller Williams Arizona Realty

Recognize "red flags" should they make an appearance, and have the ability to "remedy" the issue before it derails a transaction.  Real Estate.  It's What We Do. Best!

Apr 14, 2016 12:08 AM
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Anthony Acosta - ALLATLANTAcondos.com
Harry Norman, REALTORS® - Atlanta, GA
Associate Broker

That's a loaded question. 

Apr 14, 2016 12:08 AM
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Ginger Harper
Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage~ Ginger Harper Real Estate Team - Southport, NC
Your Southport~Oak Island Agent~Brunswick County!

good responses...Thanks

Apr 17, 2016 12:00 PM
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Joan Cox
House to Home, Inc. - Denver Real Estate - 720-231-6373 - Denver, CO
Denver Real Estate - Selling One Home at a Time

Communication, they know all along the way, they will know what to expect.

Apr 17, 2016 01:03 AM
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Brenda Mayette
Miranda Real Estate Group, Inc. - Glenville, NY
Getting results w/ knowledge & know-how!

Communicate

Apr 14, 2016 09:15 PM
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Debbie Reynolds, C21 Platinum Properties
Platinum Properties- (931)771-9070 - Clarksville, TN
The Dedicated Clarksville TN Realtor-(931)320-6730

I don't really compare myself to other agents as I do it my way and work with those that I enjoy.

Apr 14, 2016 01:26 PM
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Larry Johnston
Broker, Friends & Neighbors Real Estate and Elkhart County Subdivisions, LLC - Elkhart, IN
Broker,Friends & Neighbors Real Estate, Elkhart,IN

We become more interested in the Buyers and Sellers than the homes we are isting or selling.  Friends are forever!

Apr 14, 2016 01:23 PM
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Ron and Alexandra Seigel
Napa Consultants - Carpinteria, CA
Luxury Real Estate Branding, Marketing & Strategy

Susan Emo is saying it like we see it.  a

Apr 14, 2016 12:51 PM
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Bob Crane
Woodland Management Service / Woodland Real Estate, KW Diversified - Stevens Point, WI
Forestland Experts! 715-204-9671

Coach my people to be the best and never stop learning.

Apr 14, 2016 12:46 PM
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William Feela
WHISPERING PINES REALTY - North Branch, MN
Realtor, Whispering Pines Realty 651-674-5999 No.

I talk to a lot of people

Apr 14, 2016 11:45 AM
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Christopher Pagli
William Raveis Legends Realty Group - Tarrytown, NY
"I Stay Open Until You Close"

Having balance in my life and not burning myself out.

Apr 14, 2016 10:51 AM
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Joe Pryor
The Virtual Real Estate Team - Oklahoma City, OK
REALTOR® - Oklahoma Investment Properties

Not enough space here to answer.

Apr 14, 2016 07:38 AM
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Tony Lewis
Summit Real Estate Group - Valencia, CA
Summit Real Estate Group Valencia & Aliso Viejo

I enjoy what I do for a living and my wife is 100% on board.  Our joy for the business and the clients we serve seems to come through.

Apr 14, 2016 06:43 AM
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FN LN
Toronto, ON

Different people use different definitions for "successful".  I don't compare my success to others.

Apr 14, 2016 05:32 AM
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Ryan Huggins - Thousand Oaks, CA
https://HugginsHomes.com - Thousand Oaks, CA
Residential Real Estate and Investment Properties

Marketing, connections and proper pricing.  In addition, customer service.

Apr 14, 2016 05:15 AM
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Sandy Padula & Norm Padula, JD, GRI
HomeSmart Realty West & Florida Realty Investments - , CA
Presence, Persistence & Perseverance

I was awake and working at 4am; does this count?

Apr 14, 2016 02:23 AM
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Richie Alan Naggar
people first...then business Ran Right Realty - Riverside, CA
agent & author

I really care, go first on risk, give all I got and want the best for all

Apr 14, 2016 01:52 AM
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Val Evans
Scottsdale, AZ

Ditto to what Candice said. If an agent can answer their phone or return calls in a timely matter, they already blow away 75% of their competition.

Apr 14, 2016 01:35 AM
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Eric Kodner
Madeline Island Realty - La Pointe, WI
CRS, Madeline Island Realty, LaPointe, WI 54850 -

Look around you at what your competition does for clients and what it does not. Then, make yourself a promise that you will do at least one thing new each year in your marketing or customer service or other areas of expertise that competitors are not doing.  Clients (and future clients) will eventually see the difference on their own.

Apr 14, 2016 01:22 AM
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Gabe Sanders
Real Estate of Florida specializing in Martin County Residential Homes, Condos and Land Sales - Stuart, FL
Stuart Florida Real Estate

I don't really know, as I don't know what the others are doing.

Apr 14, 2016 01:21 AM
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Annette Lawrence , Palm Harbor, FL 727-420-4041
ReMax Realtec Group - Palm Harbor, FL
Making FLORIDA Real Estate EZ

I assume your question is specifically directed to an outcome of greater than the minimal six figure gross commission income and not so much about the fulfilling experience of living a relevant life.

Of course 'revealing' would make it available to everyone else. So, that seems to be an awful lot to ask of the owner of a business.

My success if very much depicted in the 'REMAX' commercials...doing what ever it takes to meet the buyer or seller goals. However, my secret sauce includes the transformation dimension they will experience along the way.

That transformation can be the result of empowerment, enabling, informing, desensitizing or even disconnecting.

Apr 14, 2016 01:07 AM
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Candice A. Donofrio
Next Wave RE Investments LLC Bullhead City AZ Commercial RE Broker - Fort Mohave, AZ
928-201-4BHC (4242) call/text

Answer my phone and/or return calls. LOL

Apr 14, 2016 01:06 AM
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Carol Williams
Although I'm retired, I love sharing my knowledge and learning from other real estate industry professionals. - Wenatchee, WA
Retired Agent / Broker / Prop. Mgr, Wenatchee, WA

I don't know that it's any different from other successful agents, but I'd say giving amazing service and treating them like family.  

Apr 14, 2016 12:27 AM