Haters are Gonna Hate / Does it Motivate You?

[Michael S.]

I assume, many Newbies and seasoned investors have experienced some “hate/envy/nay-saying” as you began your journeys. I’d like to hear how each of us takes it, and turns it into more motivation.

I must say, the Bigger Pockets Community showed nothing but support and encouragement when I posted about my first 2 deals. My Facebook “Friends” were vast majority encouraging. However, one Hater in particular stood out to me.

I won’t go into specifics. However, all he did was reinforce my resolve and persistence in staying my course. My Why, is my Family. I do also take supreme enjoyment in proving Haters wrong.

How have you taken peoples' negativity about your REI journey and used it as additional motivation?