Overcoming fears and self-limiting beliefs.

Overcoming fears and self-limiting beliefs.

Tampa, FL · Member since 2016 · 21 posts · 14 votes

 Today i summoned the powers to knock on 6 doors of some leads I had. This may be a little out of place but i'm of the group of people that more times than not, place my own obstacle in my way by negative thinking and not believing in my powers to change the world around me. So for me, it was one of the biggest hurdles i have to overcome in order to become a successful real estate investor.

I had to prep  for  about an hour by listening to a few minutes of my Think and Grow Rich Audiobook and then i listened to the BP podcast on door2door techniques. Then right before i left the house i had to play a couple of Tupac tracks before i stepped out into a new world i was creating.

As i was riding, i was trying to figure out what i was going to say and visualize my steps but as i knocked on the first door no one answer. This ain't so hard, i said to myself, i'll just leave my card, then on to the next one. Not to far down the the road was my next lead. Knock, knock. No one answered. So by now my confidence is going up for some reason but just as i get ready to place the card on the door, some dude opens the door and said something that my mind did not register because i started to think about 15 negative scenario at once but somehow i came back after a few milliseconds, I commenced to stuttering and fumbling a few word, that to him must have been funny but i think i got out of my month what i was trying to convey because he told me no thanks we already sold the house, so i replied, well thanks for your time.

Usually i would beat myself up for me stuttering and fumbling words out, but as i left, i felt good about the ordeal because at least i wasn't the only one.

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Investor · Columbia, SC · Member since 2008 · 53 posts · 21 votes
10y

Awesome, great job. Action and somewhat of a plan has always helped me. Most people would not do what you did, so great job getting out there and making it happen!

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  • Investor · Columbia, SC · Member since 2008 · 53 posts · 21 votes
    10y

    Awesome, great job. Action and somewhat of a plan has always helped me. Most people would not do what you did, so great job getting out there and making it happen!

  • NY · Member since 2016 · 116 posts · 29 votes
    10y

    congrats! you probably the few who took action to conquer their own fear.  All you need is just one yes!   Awesome job! 

  • Flipper/Rehabber · Allentown, PA · Member since 2011 · 1k+ posts · 701 votes
    10y
    Breon Jackson "Do something everyday that makes you feel uncomfortable" In 7th grade I had a lawn mowing business with my best friend. I was scared to knock on people's doors and I would make him do it. Nowadays I knock on people's doors freely with not a care in the world and make a lot of money doing it. Old habits eventually die. Keep at it.
  • Tampa, FL · Member since 2016 · 21 posts · 14 votes
    10y

    I really do appreciate feedback and encouragement's.

  • Eagle Pass, TX · Member since 2016 · 17 posts · 5 votes
    10y

    Bro I'm in your shoes. Thanks for sharing your story

  • Solo 401k Expert · Anaheim Hills, CA · Member since 2012 · 18k+ posts · 6k+ votes
    10y

    @Breon Jackson

    Really enjoyed reading your story, and excellent job on at least putting out the words. I could imagine the courage it took, but I am pretty sure that this incident will be a source of inspiration for you in the several deals to come. I agree with @Mark Gallagher on doing something that makes you comfortable everyday. Good luck and much success to you!

  • Bulawayo, Zimbabwe · Member since 2015 · 1k+ posts · 253 votes
    10y

    its great that you took action to change the world around you @Breon Jackson. way to go

  • Boston, MA · Member since 2016 · 15 posts · 2 votes
    10y

    Congrats, The first step is usually the hardest,  but since you got that out the way and you heard some one actually say they already sold the house, then the worse has already happened. You'll be a pro in no time.

  • Real estate investor · Alabaster, AL · Member since 2014 · 94 posts · 15 votes
    10y

    Congrats Breon on taking that first step!  The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step.  Keep doing it afraid till ti becomes second nature. Something I do especially when I make calls and have no idea how to answer the person on the other end of the line.. Do it afraid :)  (J. Meyer).

    Best wishes in your RE career.

  • Investor · Twinsburg, OH · Member since 2014 · 111 posts · 41 votes
    10y
    Props for getting out there!
  • Bay Area, CA · Member since 2016 · 9 posts · 5 votes
    10y

    Congrats for getting out there, getting active, and making things happen for yourself! That approach and effort will go a long way for you I'm sure. Best of luck, and keep on taking those big steps towards success!

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