SHORT INFORMATIONAL TIPS FROM IAN REEVES
Uncertainty & Adversity
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One of the absolute, most important skills you can have as an entrepreneur and real estate investor is the ability to handle uncertainty and adversity. Being able to take a step back and calmly and objectively figure out how to solve your problem without getting emotional and making good decisions is very important. Being able to handle bad situations with grace and treat people well, even when you are under pressure is a skill set that one must have. Lots of people who crack under pressure end up making things far worse. True confidence comes from knowing that no matter what happens, you can find a solution. (Listen Now)
When you are first getting started in your business you have more time to devote to each project. As you start scaling your business, your time available shrinks. The only thing you can do is delegate more and have better systems and processes in place. But there comes a point when it becomes very difficult maintain that level of business. At some point you have to determine what size your business really needs to be. (Listen Now)
Social Media Skills When first starting in real estate, the hard skills are more important: being able to use spreadsheets, breaking down materials and labor & other numbers of the deal, how to complete tasks . . but as you grow, soft skills become more important. Real Estate is a people and relationship business and your soft skills will need to grow. Suggested reading "How to Win Friends and Influence People. (Listen Now)
While you can waste a lot of time on social media, but if you use it with intention, sharing useful information that others find helpful, you would be surprised at how much business you can generate. Get connected with investors, private lenders, wholesalers with deals, and more. When you share valuable content, people remember you the next time they have something you need. (Listen Now)
