People imitate their leader. Lead by example.
BARBARA CORCORANBecome better at firing than hiring – it’s crucial for building a business.
More Barbara Corcoran Quotes
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It’s rumored that doing well in real estate is to be able to close a deal. I did not find that to be the case for myself, I was probably the worst closer out there and I didn’t find that was true of my top super stars either.
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When you’re in business, if you have some sort of gimmick it’s a huge advantage.
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My best successes came on the heels of failures.
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My mother is an amazing woman. Not only did she manage the entire household, she noticed a gift in each of her kids and instilled confidence in all of us that that gift would take us wherever we wanted to go.
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If you want to be noticed, dress the part.
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The power of publicity is more important than advertising.
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A whopping 89 percent of buyers start their home search online. How your house looks online is the modern equivalent of ‘curb appeal.’
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That ability to pop back up is true of anyone who succeeds in their field.
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In New York City, the meek don’t inherit the earth. The big mouth does.
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I hadn’t learned to read by third grade, which wasn’t unusual for some kids. I knew something was wrong because I couldn’t see or understand the words the way the other kids did. I wasn’t the least bit bothered – until I was sent back to the second-grade classroom for reading help after school.
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Instead of assuming everything you’re being told is the truth, ask plenty of questions.
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Don’t teach talent that isn’t there.
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If you get labeled a winner, people come along for the ride. Might as well enjoy it and they should too.
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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 a house is priced appropriately, make a bid 10 percent below that amount.
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