Many times this question goes thought my head when I interview Real Estate Professionals for referrals I give out thought the US. Just because you have a license and have been in business for a long time does not make you the entrepreneur you need to be when going into Real Estate.
Sure there a limitations on what can be done due to licensing, state and federal laws.
When you are looking for a Monday to Friday 9-5 Job with a fixed income, Real Estate is NOT for you and you truly not the entrepreneur you need to be to keep on trucking when times get rough.
When I talk with Real Estate Professionals who I might consider giving referrals too my conversation is casual but with a goal. I am trying to find out if they are just looking for a job or are they entrepreneur I need for them to be.
Things I might look for are:
- self-starter
- risk taker
- out-of-the box thinker
- acting on their idea
- Sees the need, thinks of an idea to satisfy that need
- creative mind
- drive to succeed
- does not fall into the standard mold
- chart their own destiny
- optimistic
- willing to create opportunities
When you are an individuals who tend to seek security, seek safety or stability over uncertainty and risk. Looking for a study income and consistent job without major changes, you are for certain an employee and holding a real estate license is not for you and you are not for my referrals.