Real Estate… And Other Things of Value with Yossi Feigenson
I have nothing important to say that you probably haven’t already heard. I have nothing to think that I haven’t already thought. So why should you bother reading this? A better question yet: why am I bothering to write this?
And what is the “this” anyway? Am I giving you some new insight that will help you in your day to day life? Will it help you in your business? Will I teach you a new skill? Or will I help articulate and clarify an idea that may have been stirring in the recesses of your mind, based on reading my article?
Here’s the problem: I’m a writer – at least that is what Uncle Douglas once said to me – and when he says stuff, he really means it. So I have to drum out an essay or two every so often. Mostly it’s incumbent upon me to enlighten you, my dear readers, to a new insight or idea that will undoubtedly enhance you quality of life immeasurably. Yet, all I think about is what I don’t want to write about.
Lately there hasn’t been a blog that I wanted to read, or someone’s opinion that I’m even remotely interested in, (unless, of course it’s a favorable opinion of yours truly). In that I have an acute and intense interest.
I’ve heard all the opinions about our economy. No longer do I want to hear how bad it is, and I don’t believe it when they say there’s improvement. By no means am I a full blown pessimist. Quite the contrary, I’ve been known to be an idealistic, hopelessly optimistic soul, who thinks that somehow everything will work out in the end. Perhaps it’s my faith.
Any form of dialogue I engage in, written or oral, needs to be natural and organic. My most favorably received articles were the ones I wrote without much form or central message (somewhat like my favorite show, Seinfeld) but came from the heart.
I’m looking for real. I’m seeking for truth. If I detect an ulterior motive, I run.
I simply stopped paying attention to anything that I consider noise. It’s quiet reflection and thought I seek. (See my previous article.) I continue to learn, study, and find entertainment where I’m not being sold.
And, by the way, I believe in the need to market and self promote. Without a doubt we need to engage in business relationships that have other motives. I do it relentlessly. But, it’s crucial to make your intentions clear: We’re here to talk business, and what we each want out of this is some form of monetary gain.
I’ll let you in on a little secret. Remember back when I told you that I’m an idealistic sort? Well, it’s made me super conscious of the blurry lines between real relationships and the advantage garnering connections. In a sense, I have to be vigilant and protect myself from myself.
We are able to learn and absorb information more effectively when it’s not being shoved into us. The 7 tips about this, 5 rules of that and the 10 things you need to know about everything begin to really feel hollow and simply don’t penetrate. Insight comes when we’re not trying so hard. I challenge you to take a prospective client or business associate out for a cup of coffee or lunch and discuss anything but the business at hand. You may glean more insight than if you were asking specific questions. Ever notice how doctors often ask questions that seem to have no bearing on your specific condition? They are looking for information that you may not readily give, or you may deem as unimportant.
Let us connect to the essence.
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