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By Grant Schneider, Your Coach Helping You Create Successful Outcomes
(Performance Development Strategies)
Comments 27
I am working with a client who owns a Property and Casualty Insurance Agency.  She says she want "partners" as she terms it.  However, she does not exhibit that behavior in managing. The behavior is a habit that has come from her experience. She was burnt once before and now she is afraid to be burnt again. I explained that the candidate for operations manager would be an excellent performer. But the candidate won’t accept the position if she feels ownership will not trust her or that ownership will micromanage.This problem comes up all too often. A business owner or agency owner spends most of his or her time working IN the business and virtually no time working ON the business.Why is this problematic? When you start your business, you need to do everything, or it does not get done. So...
By Phyllis Lerner call 914.438.7556, Corcoran Legends Realty
(Corcoran Legends Realty)
Comments 3
$559,000 - Solid 4 Bed, 3 Bath Cape w/attached 1 car garage situated on a large, flat corner lot in the quiet Bryn Mawr neighborhood of Yonkers. Attractive exterior w/stone, stucco & siding elements, newer architectural roof, gutters & windows. Short stone staircase to spacious covered front porch w/white vinyl banister. Entry foyer opens up to good size living room w/large picture window over looking front porch & yard. Wide opening to generous formal dining room w/door to eat in kitchen. Breakfast area w/ door to large raised deck w/stairs to private patio & yard w/garden shed. First floor is completed by a hallway w/coat closet, full hall bath w/tub & shower combo plus a large bedroom. Hardwood under all carpets except kitchen.
By Phyllis Lerner call 914.438.7556, Corcoran Legends Realty
(Corcoran Legends Realty)
Comments 1
Charming 4 bed 2.5 bath Colonial w/ full walk up attic, storage basement & detached 2 car garage close to viilage center w/ shops,  restaurants & more. Large entry hall opens up to sizable living room, dining room & spacious eat in kitchen w/ breakfast area. Door to large form stone patio off kitchen. First floor master suite w/ en-suite bath & walk in closet. Plus first floor powder room. Second floor offers another master bedroom w/ walk in closet, two more good size bedrooms, a full hall bath & a laundry room. Full walk up attic. Full storage basement. Detached 2 car garage. More parking in driveway. Large grass areas in front, side & back yard. Close to major highways & Pleasantville train station. This won't last at $699,000!
By Phyllis Lerner call 914.438.7556, Corcoran Legends Realty
(Corcoran Legends Realty)
Comments 1
For Sale By Owner Resources - Phyllis Lerner, Realtor Are you selling your home on your own? I can understand that some home owners may want to try marketing and selling their home on their own (FSBO) since it appears to be pretty easy at first and then of course there is the perceived cost savings. Should you decide to give it a try, I sincerely wish you the very best of luck and encourage you to take full advantage of the essential tools and resources I offer to home sellers throughout my web site. I have placed convenient links to relevant information and tools into the sidebars of this page for your use. There is no catch, they are absolutely free, without any obligation whatsoever! As a matter of fact my entire web site is at your command. Just take whatever information may be of ...
By Phyllis Lerner call 914.438.7556, Corcoran Legends Realty
(Corcoran Legends Realty)
Comments 6
$150,000... Why rent when you can buy!!! Bright and airy first floor apartment unit with updated kitchen and bath. Stainless appliances, eat at counter and ample wood cabinetry. Entry hall to dining area with open serving window from kitchen. Large living room with lots of natural light and panoramic view over the tree tops. Nicely updated hall bath. Bedroom with double closet and two windows. Complex offers picnic and barbecue area, laundry and storage rooms. Open parking for residents plus separate parking for guests. Close to all the lively Village of Tarrytown has to offer: restaurants, bars, specialty shops, Music Hall, parks, public pool and more. Close to all major highways and train station. 37 minute express commute into Manhattan. Take a stroll on the Hudson River Promenade or...
By Grant Schneider, Your Coach Helping You Create Successful Outcomes
(Performance Development Strategies)
Comments 21
Each spring the Business Council of Westchester selects the top businesses to be selection that years winners in the hall of fame.  It is a committment of the Business Council to promote business and economic activity in Westchester County.This year's categories include: CORPORATE CITIZENSHIP AWARD MINORITY BUSINESS SUCCESS AWARD FAMILY OWNED BUSINESS AWARD SMALL BUSINESS SUCCESS AWARD WOMEN IN BUSINESS AWARD ENTREPRENEURIAL SUCCESS AWARD CHAIRMAN’SRECOGNITION AWARD What I find remarkable about this year is the professional production.  Obviously, we could not have the gala event at the Glen Island Harbour Club in New Rochelle, NY.Hate to use this word but we pivited to a very professional production for all to see.This is so well done that I am happy to share it with you nowWhen you wa...
By Grant Schneider, Your Coach Helping You Create Successful Outcomes
(Performance Development Strategies)
Comments 19
To real estate companies and brokerages you may wonder how culture plays a role in the success of your team and how that translates to sales success and customer loyalty.  You are all familier with the question, "What is your customer value proposition?"  Your customer value proposition is directly related to the value the team and employees see in your organizationHow do you become an employer of choice? You need a great employer brand and a positive Employee Value Proposition (EVP). Your brand is made up of pillars which are your values.Culture influences every area of the organization. It affects the public and customer perception, but it also affects the way people do their jobs and their connection to the mission and values of the organization. In short, an organization’s culture i...
By Phyllis Lerner call 914.438.7556, Corcoran Legends Realty
(Corcoran Legends Realty)
Comments 7
Charming 4 bed 2.5 bath Colonial w/ full walk up attic, storage basement & detached 2 car garage close to village center w/ shops, restaurants & more. Large entry hall opens up to sizable living room, dining room & spacious eat in kitchen w/ breakfast area. Door to large form stone patio off kitchen. First floor master suite w/ en-suite bath & walk in closet. Plus first floor powder room. Second floor offers another master bedroom w/ walk in closet, two more good size bedrooms, a full hall bath & a laundry room. Full walk up attic. Full storage basement. Detached 2 car garage. More parking in driveway. Large grass areas in front, side & back yard. Close to major highways. Enjoy the fantastic farmers market on Saturday in village square. So much to offer! $699,000...  More Details
By Grant Schneider, Your Coach Helping You Create Successful Outcomes
(Performance Development Strategies)
Comments 22
How do you find the right person for you or with you in your real estate business? It depends. First, make certain you know the core competencies needed in the job. Depending on the role this could be anywhere from accountability for others or relationship building to attention to detail or from conflict management to futuristic thinking. Many businesses find that selecting and hiring of the right person is a daunting task. Some people just hire anyone who applies, or, at best, they may ask a few quick questions before making an offer. Hiring the wrong person can be costly but hiring high performing people will result in helping your organization meet its goals and will promote your brand to your customers. Before accepting an application or advertising you should have a clear descript...
By Grant Schneider, Your Coach Helping You Create Successful Outcomes
(Performance Development Strategies)
Comments 26
This is the second in a series of posts of the Westchester County Area.  We are focusing here on recreational activities.  Some like last weeks post on The Performing Art Center at Purchase has been curtailed by the Covid restrictions.  But the outdoor parks, for the most part, are open.The County of Westchester has 12 parks spread throughout the county. Westchester's parks offer some of the most beautiful scenery you will find anywhere.  We have hills including the foothills of the Berkshire Mountains and plenty of water from Hudson River to Long Island Sound and in between the magnificent waterways and dams that supply New York City with water.  From the Sound Shore to the Hudson, from Yonkers to Yorktown, visitors can enjoy Westchester County parks in every season. Some have miles of...
By Grant Schneider, Your Coach Helping You Create Successful Outcomes
(Performance Development Strategies)
Comments 25
What is the biggest issue in any organization and with every sales transaction?  If you answered communication, you would be with most people who answered that question. What can be done about improving communication, and how to get those wasted dollars back and reinvested in our other areas of your business, your division, or department? Communication is where it all starts. The importance of open communication, simply, cannot be overstated as it is fundamental in building trust, managing conflict, gaining commitment, maintaining accountability, and identifying team results. Much has been said and written about clear and concise communication. Much has been said about listening carefully. What if you are doing all of that but you still are having problems with your communication? We k...
By Phyllis Lerner call 914.438.7556, Corcoran Legends Realty
(Corcoran Legends Realty)
Comments 0
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By Grant Schneider, Your Coach Helping You Create Successful Outcomes
(Performance Development Strategies)
Comments 25
Those living in Westchester County and especially Armonk, NY have a real gem right at their doorsteps. It is a world famous college with a performing arts center.  Purchase College is part of the SUNY (State University of New York) system.  The tuition is low for in state students.  However, if you apply for the performing arts program majors you face some very stiff competition.World famous performers, editors, producers, and film makers have graduated from Purchase College.  I remember taking my older daughter to colleges and she was interested in theater arts.  We took a tour and the dean of the school spoke to us.  He said that this is a studio school.  If you are majoring in film editing you will be in the dark for 4 years.  Needless to say, it takes commitment to graduate.What doe...
By Grant Schneider, Your Coach Helping You Create Successful Outcomes
(Performance Development Strategies)
Comments 36
“Your Attitude Determines Your Altitude.” Zig ZiglarThe fact is that people do not put enough emphasis on how attitude affects performance. Yes, attitudes DO affect performance. In fact, they affect everything that we do.Now if you doubt that then look back at the involuntary terminations in your organization. You will probably find that most of the terminations occurred due to poor attitudes and behaviors rather than lack of skills.There is a strong link between attitude and performance. Let’s start with defining what attitude means in this context. An attitude is a pattern of thought. It affects how we approach everything we do. If you change your attitude and change your outlook you will change your outcomes. Not that this is as easy as turning on a switch. It is not that easy. You c...
By Grant Schneider, Your Coach Helping You Create Successful Outcomes
(Performance Development Strategies)
Comments 25
The pandemic is not yet behind but hopefully will soon be in the rear mirror.  Now it is time to talk about what next.The Business Council of Westchester is the regional Chamber of Commerce for  the county.  It is very proactive in promoting business and partnering with government.The State of Westchester’s Economy is a four-part virtual series that will examine current economic conditions, what it will look like post-COVID in terms of both challenges and opportunities that can drive Westchester’s economic engine into the future.Tomorrow April 7th will focus on education.A panel discussion will include the president of evey university and community college located in Westchester County.  This should be a lively and proactive discussion.  Education plays a large role in the economy every...
By Grant Schneider, Your Coach Helping You Create Successful Outcomes
(Performance Development Strategies)
Comments 28
How is this crazy real estate market affecting your strategic leadership?  Most real estate leaders are busy working every day to get houses to the closing table.  They are busy working in the business.  But as a leader you must also look ahead.  That is being a strategic leader.  Are you a strategic leader? A strategic leader has a vision and shares that vision. He or she inspires goals and timetables to achieve that vision. All successful strategic leaders must be able to set goals and achieve results.Here is a results-based model of leadership proven to produce success.  It begins with setting goals through your organization's strategic plan that are focused on your vision. In this process you define the desired results from your team members. It continues by aligning the people and ...
By Grant Schneider, Your Coach Helping You Create Successful Outcomes
(Performance Development Strategies)
Comments 23
What do you think of this title?  For HR professionals and Small Business Owners I hope in resonates because it is the topic of our next meeting of the HR Council of The Business Council of Westchester.We have spent so many previous meetings covering Covid questions and reopening.  It is time to move forward.  The HR Council, one of several groups within The Business Council of Westchester, meets every other month for an hour. As organizations navigate through various transitions to be successful in the ever-changing landscape, successfully managing people through these changes can be another challenge that can make or break an organization. • What do you do if people resist change or there is internal conflict about strategy and direction? • Trust is the foundation of all conflict reso...
By Grant Schneider, Your Coach Helping You Create Successful Outcomes
(Performance Development Strategies)
Comments 20
The Westchester Human Resource Management Association, a chapter of the Society for Human Resource Management, is hosting a critical program on change.One the important roles of a human resource professional is facilitating organizational effectiveness and development.  And the major piece is facilitating change or being a change agent.Tomorrow morning our speaker is Dr. Sheryl T. Smikle. Trained in second language acquisition and foreign language instruction, Dr. Smikle converted her experience as a secondary Spanish teacher into a corporate learning and development niche career as a leader in the field of regulatory and compliance education and training for American Express and General Electric.HR leaders tomorrow will learn the following:1. How to develop a working definition of chan...
By Grant Schneider, Your Coach Helping You Create Successful Outcomes
(Performance Development Strategies)
Comments 22
Do you think that your words and actions inspire others? If you are the manager or the owner is that enough to have people, follow you?As the owner or manager, you have the authority by virtue of your role. However, your power is granted by those on your team or those you supervise. For example, in organization I have worked with there are always certain people who are sought out or considered “go to” people. Although they may have no title people seem to value their opinions and respect them. These are individuals who have been granted power by others by virtue of their leadership skills.How much power do you do you have? Why not find out. Ask your colleagues or employees to give you some “360 feedback.” Ask them what they feel is your biggest leadership challenge and what you can do t...
By Phyllis Lerner call 914.438.7556, Corcoran Legends Realty
(Corcoran Legends Realty)
Comments 2
$599,900... Beautifully maintained mid-century 3 bed 3 bath Ranch w/ finished walk-out lower level & attached 2 car garage. Covered porch to entry foyer, opening up to spacious living room w/ fireplace. Large opening to dining room w/ opening to eat in kitchen. Good sized updated eat in kitchen over looking large backyard. Door from kitchen to den/family room. Recessed lighting as seen. A hallway off the entry foyer leads to a full hall bathroom & three bedrooms. Generous master bedroom w/ large en-suite bath. Master bath w/ soaking tub, over sized vanity & glass enclosed shower. Pull down stairs to storage attic. Hardwood flooring under all carpets. Finished lower level with door out to oversized patio and yard. Family room, laundry room, storage w/door to garage, excercise room, offic...
By Phyllis Lerner call 914.438.7556, Corcoran Legends Realty
(Corcoran Legends Realty)
Comments 3
$599,900... Beautifully maintained mid-century 3 bed 3 bath Ranch w/ finished walk-out lower level & attached 2 car garage. Covered porch to entry foyer, opening up to spacious living room w/ fireplace. Large opening to dining room w/ opening to eat in kitchen. Good sized updated eat in kitchen over looking large backyard. Door from kitchen to den/family room. Recessed lighting as seen. A hallway off the entry foyer leads to a full hall bathroom & three bedrooms. Generous master bedroom w/ large en-suite bath. Master bath w/ soaking tub, over sized vanity & glass enclosed shower. Pull down stairs to storage attic. Hardwood flooring under all carpets. Finished lower level with door out to oversized patio and yard. Family room, laundry room, storage w/door to garage, excercise room, offic...

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