Ever since I started working for a living, I always thought that the perfect job would be one which I could work from home in my sweatpants. Well, when I started as a Realtor, I realized that much of my work could be done from home, and I really enjoyed my commute from the dining room to the office.
Then...my business picked up. Now, what I am finding is that I have to really set my boundaries carefully with both my work hours, and my work location. The problem with real estate for me is it can be addictive, and going upstairs to get a sweater can often lead to "I'll just quickly check my e-mail" which can quickly lead to 3 hours evaporating before my eyes.
Of course I pride myself on prompt service, quality service, and thoroughness. That is why I bought a Blackberry device to receive and respond to e-mail when I am away from my desk. That is why I invested in a laptop which is wireless ready. However, no matter how much I want to help my customers, I must balance my life, and keep my priorities in order. Real Estate and serving my clients here in Cranford or Berkeley Heights is a very important priority. But at 6:30 when my wife comes hom from her job. The MOST important thing quickly shifts for me from the computer, to greeting my lovely wife in the foyer. (Well...ok..it doesn't quite happen that way EVERY night).
My point is simply that I must be mindful of my work hours, my boundaries, and my life balance. If one part of my life gets out of balance too much, then the other parts inevitably suffer. I am thrilled that my business is growing, and I am very grateful that I have the tools, and the knowledge to continue to grow my business, but learning when to delegate to an assistant when neccessary, or when to turn the phone off so I can be a good husband or a good friend when I am needed.
Have a great weekend everyone!
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