It’s no secret that life as a real estate entrepreneur is filled with ups and downs- it just comes with the territory. I’ve only been a full time real estate wholesaler for 3 years now, but I’ve definitely had my share of highs and lows during that time period.
There have been several times over the last 3 years that I’ve found myself in a serious real estate rut. Following are five strategies I have used to help pull me out of my rut and get me back on top of my game.
- Take a break from real estate: If you spend the majority of your days immersed in your investing business, try taking a day or two off (or more, if you can swing it), and just relax- no internet, no Blackberry, no real estate!
- Count Your blessings: When I’m in a rut, I find it helpful to write out a list of everything in my life that I am grateful for. Oftentimes it is all too easy to take for granted the blessings we have in our lives. Taking some time to write them down on paper can be a real eye opener, as well as a great source of inspiration.
- Do something that makes you happy: Whether it be a trip to the beach, a weekend of camping, or a weekend of doing nothing but lounging around the house watching your favorite movies- do something for yourself that makes you truly happy. Something that makes your heart sing.
- Immerse yourself in motivational books and/or movies: What inspires you? Are there any particular books or movies that really get you motivated? For me, the movie Rudy does it every single time. No kidding. Any time I find myself in a slump, I pop Rudy in the DVD player, and always wind up feeling ready to take on the world by the time the movie is over.
- Keep your eye on the prize- focus on your long-term goals: When I’m feeling burned out with my real estate business, I can always find motivation by focusing on what my life will look once I have accomplish my long term goals. I have a very clear vision in my head of what this will look like, and focusing on it creates a sense of urgency to get back on the horse and back in the real estate game.
While there’s no cure-all for getting yourself out of a real estate rut, implementing one or more of these ideas will surely get you headed in the right direction…
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Hey Steph, these are awesome tips….all five of them! Thanks for sharing – everyone feels burnt out sometimes.
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We should rename this 5 tips to pull yourself out of ANY rut. As the king of burnout, I can attest that these are all awesome ideas, particularly the third one. Way to go, Steph!
LOL! That’s true Josh – and #3 and #5 combined are a real rut killer for me
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Yeah, this could fix any rut not just a real estate one. Though its often easier said than done. A vacation requires disposable income which seems to be harder and harder to come by.
-Tyler
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I agree completely about taking breaks, but disagree on the need for lots of money to get away. Camping trips are great for clearing your mind, and can be done very cheaply.
Hey Tyler, from my perspective, a vacation is a relaxed state of mind
Getting away could simply be taking some time off to go to the park and play some ball, read a book, take a walk…. doesn’t have to be something that costs a lot of money (or any money at all!).
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