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Richard Robibero, e-Pro, ABR, SRS, Selling Your Home as if it were My Own! (Panorama R.E. Limited)

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Annette Lawrence , Palm Harbor, FL 727-420-4041
ReMax Realtec Group - Palm Harbor, FL
Making FLORIDA Real Estate EZ

When I'm standing with a client on a typical Thursday, I always share with them my day off is Thursday. Then I wait.

If they make no response, I need to take note.

If they raise their eyebrows in recognition, I share, "If it is important I will do what ever is needed, whenever it must be done."

That accomplishes two very important things.

Aug 16, 2015 11:18 PM
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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

GREAT QUESTION!

I share with every client I'm off on Sundays and I'm off the grid. (Same with vacations). Since I never start with a client without an orientation meeting, each client learns this as a matter of fact of my services at the onset. I have 1-2 per year out of 40 to 50 that see this as a problem (due to their day off being Sunday only, too) and I happily refer them to my buyers' agent who takes Fridays off instead. I keep my day off and 25%.

None of us work 24/7, even though some fool themselves into to thinking they do. I'm at my best 6am-6pm, then I'm done. There's the law of diminishing returns. Would you go to an eye surgeon at 6pm, that's 24/7?

FOCUS: (None of us multitask either, computers don't and it's humanly impossible for us to do it, even though some fool themselves on this too).

If you want to be balancing Personal Health, Business, Financial, Family & Spiritual, you need a day off. You owe yourself and your clients a day off. Again, I highly recommend BOUNDARIES by Dr. Henry Cloud.

 

Aug 16, 2015 10:47 PM
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The Woodland Team of Texas
The Woodland Companies - Austin, TX
Land Specialists

We all have Sundays off, and our clients know it.

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Bob Crane
Woodland Management Service / Woodland Real Estate, KW Diversified - Stevens Point, WI
Forestland Experts! 715-204-9671

Yes, Sundays are important.

Mar 25, 2018 11:37 PM
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Richard Weeks
Dallas, TX
REALTOR®, Broker

I am not a fan of 24/7; however I have never not worked on a particular day.

Aug 17, 2015 09:46 PM
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Praful Thakkar
LAER Realty Partners - Andover, MA
Andover, MA: Andover Luxury Homes For Sale

Richard Robibero, ABR, SRS if you have fixed day off, you should share that with your clients.

Set the expecatations right from day 1.

Aug 17, 2015 06:30 PM
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Debbie Laity
Cedaredge Land Company - Cedaredge, CO
Your Real Estate Resource for Delta County, CO

I don't do this...take a regular day off. I do tell my clients that I prefer to have Sunday off...just like most people, but they can still leave a message on my phone for me. 

Aug 17, 2015 11:15 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 try to take time off when I can, no scheduled days off.  Though if I have plans for some future date, I will advise my clients.

Aug 17, 2015 05:45 AM
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Ron and Alexandra Seigel
Napa Consultants - Carpinteria, CA
Luxury Real Estate Branding, Marketing & Strategy

Richard,

I would look at the broader perspective of life.  Are you living to work 24/7 ?  If so, do it.  When you are facing your last day on Earth, what do you want your legacy to be?  A

Aug 17, 2015 01:09 AM
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Jack Lewitz
Exit Strategy Realty - Evanston, IL

I agree with Thomas Nelson but I take off when I can or want to and that makes me more productive when I need to work . 

Aug 16, 2015 10:50 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 share that with my clients and just schedule appointment around the time I want to take off.

Sep 19, 2016 11:02 PM
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Chris and Dick Dovorany
Homes for Sale in Naples, Bonita Springs and Estero, Florida - Naples, FL
Broker/Associate at Premiere Plus Realty

Never tell the customer anything.  If you want to take off Tuesday just tell them you're with someone else or in "corporate meetings".

Aug 18, 2015 10:53 AM
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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

I don't have a regular day off.  My clients regulate much of my personal time.

Aug 17, 2015 02:07 PM
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Captain Wayne - Rowlett Real Estate School
Rowlett Real Estate School - Panama City, FL
Rowlett Real Estate School / Owner and Instructor

No I haven't took that step Richard.  Sounds good though.

Aug 17, 2015 11:20 AM
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Wayne Zuhl
Remax First Realty II - Cranford, NJ
The Last Name You'll Ever Need in Real Estate

We're available to our clients all the time.  

A few months ago, we were taking a mini vacation in Cape May and visited their winery. We shared a bottle of wine on comfy couches and Wayne's phone rang. Not only did he take the call, he also helped the client and resolved the issue. There is no day off.

Aug 16, 2015 11:58 PM
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John McCormack, CRS
Albuquerque Homes Realty - Albuquerque, NM
Honesty, Integrity, Results, Experienced. HIRE Me!

I don't have a day off even on weekends.

Aug 16, 2015 11:16 PM
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Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

Having a regular day off is wishful thinking for many real estate professionals. When you are working with out of town clients, you need to be available when they are in town.

Aug 16, 2015 10:33 PM