I have found, whether you have a tiny business or a big business, if you don’t jump on something right away, it’s like a bird flying by-it flies off.
BARBARA CORCORANSex appeal is in the workplace every day of the week. I’m not saying that’s the only calling card, but it’s a whole crayon box.
More Barbara Corcoran Quotes
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No loan is free. The costs are in your loan somewhere, maybe rolled into the amount to be refinanced or even coming at a higher interest rate.
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I don’t invest anymore in entrepreneurs who don’t have charisma.
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The worst that could happen is I lose my company and go back to being a waitress. I don’t think money’s a great aspiration for a lot of people that succeed. They they have other motivations that turn them on. And money was not one of mine.
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When you’re a big money earner and your husband isn’t, it makes you question how feminine you are. I felt I was less feminine than if I was a supporting wife, or a second fiddle, or ‘Mrs. Higgins.
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When you’re building a business, you’re either all in, or you’re not.
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Don’t teach talent that isn’t there.
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Become better at firing than hiring – it’s crucial for building a business.
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Instead of assuming everything you’re being told is the truth, ask plenty of questions.
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Your people smarts will prove ten times more valuable than all the book smarts you can’t get.
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When you have chemistry with a potential hire, they will most likely become a great employee.
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Everybody thinks that they’re going to time the market, they’re going to sharpshoot the market, and buy right at the bottom. The truth of the matter is that nobody is good at it.
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If you want to have a creative culture, you can’t get it by reading books. You get it by example.
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I did everything in my power to give my brokers brand identity and clout in the market. I saw my job as parent to build them up and if I took care of them, then they would take care of their customer.
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Figure out what past efforts amounted to nothing and label them your “not to do” list. Post the list where you’ll see it.
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If you stand back and analyze the best way to do something, you’ll be standing there forever. Follow your gut and jump right in!
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