Distractions are everywhere. For some people it's social media, the emails, the ESPN updates, etc. When we blame these distractions, the reality is we are not recognizing the constant is us. We are the reason we have distractions. If you can put these off to the side, you can put things on your done list. Stay focused on what you're doing.

Lessons from LeadersWin early. It’s easy to not do something if you’re alone. In every room there is a rabbit. We are more capable than we think we are. We all have excuses. 

Kelly Maves, from Grand Junction, discusses her perspective as a woman in real estate and what she has accomplished in her career. 

Consistency is: doing the thing you said you’d do long after the mood you said you’d do it in has passed. When people achieve their goals, don’t be impressed with the outcome. Be impressed with the consistency that led to the outcome. It’s is easier to stay with something than to get there. Look for those being consistent and find out how they do it. 

Some items stay on your to-do list and never get done. Do yourself a favor: either do the thing on the list or take it off the list. Don’t keep it on the back burner. It’s taking your energy to keep it on the back burner. Taking it off the list will let you focus on what you actually can do. 

When everyone is greedy, be fearful. When everyone is fearful, be greedy. There is not a lot of uncertainty. There is inflation. Interest rates are going up. Market is slowing a little. This is something to get prepared for. When the market adjusts, there are opportunities. It looks like it will be an investor market.  Suggestions to get prepared: Build an investors list. Put together foreclosure lists. Contact banks. Building a fund. Using iBuyersUse RealSureBuild your CRM Build your online brand

Fortune favors the brave.  Those who take risks reap rewards.  What’s the one thing that hasn’t happened in your personal life that a great year would give you?  Looking back affords us an opportunity to make changes and learn from our mistakes. Be brave. 

Learn how MCT's can help you feel fuller longer and gives you better gut health in today's fitspo Friday. This odorless, tasteless oil can give you a huge boost in your focus and energy as well. As a bonus, Shannon shares her special recipe for bulletproof coffee!

Get discounts on your CE courses as well as many other benefits. This site has educational articles, blog posts, podcasts, and more. There are plenty of opportunities to connect and learn. It also lists the CE requirements for each state and has courses listed to fulfill them. Check it out at cbdistinctive.theceshop.com 

How do you value yourself? How do you figure out value? Don't let others tell your story. We go above and beyond with professional photos, beautiful brochures and more. Your communication strategy is part of what makes you exceptional. I want to challenge you to ask yourself what is your value? How do you value yourself and how can you deliver that information to the client?