“I’m Not Good Enough”

When I hear someone share these 4 words, it drives me crazy, as these words are painful.

A few months ago I spoke to a newbie real estate agent that was introduced by his uncle and a past client of mine. Ryan was showing him some properties, as he wanted to purchase a multifamily home. Then he told me that Ryan was his nephew. Yikes.

I told him to have Ryan give me a call, which he did. In the conversation he was explaining that his uncle might be his only transaction, as he just wasn’t good enough to be a successful real estate agent. Why do you feel you are not good enough? I have been showing numerous properties over the last 6 months and still no sales.

I asked many questions and as it was obvious, that he was given little or no training. He was definitely working in the wrong office and suggested that he do some homework and look for an office that offered some training and coaching.

He asked for a couple of recommendations, which I gave him.

He has since joined a different company and getting lots of training and has taken on a mentor. He has two properties on deposit, but not his uncle as yet. I’m doing one of the mortgages and am sure he will be a great referral partner for a long time.

Sometimes some folks are just not working with the right firm and a change is best for both parties.