First Year Real Estate Frustration
College professors strongly recommended, on a daily basis, going directly to graduate school due to the daunting economic environment. That made it so much more difficult to proudly admit that I was looking forward to a real estate job immediately upon graduating. The frustrations throughout this past year have made me question, more than once, the decision I made. Working to my fullest potential, marketing myself as best I can, and completing tasks with the same passion needed to succeed in this business hasn’t awarded me with the monetary fulfillment I had anticipated. I am in no way suggesting that I expected to make 6 figures my first year in the industry – especially not in the type of market I came into. However, as I can only compare my paychecks to those of my friends who are also starting out in the workplace, the differences between a commission based vs. salary based job seem to be endless.
Though my frustration seems at times overwhelming, it has only driven me to work harder. I have the privilege of working with an incredible team, and have gained immeasurable knowledge and experience in the short time I have worked here. It often makes me feel like I have been in the industry longer than I actually have and is therefore frustrating when I do not have a bank statement that accurately reflects those feelings and the hard work. I am so grateful for and cannot think of any better partnership than the one I have with Douglas Heddings, President and founder of The Heddings Property Group. Being taught by and working alongside a top-ranking, well-known, respected broker who has been in the industry nearly 20 years selling real estate has provided me with experiences incomparable to the aforementioned friends of mine working in larger-scale, more corporate firms. The Heddings Property Group is a cohesive unit, one with a collaborative and supportive environment, where integrity, expertise, character, and creativity are all valued and rewarded. So, in effect, I not only have Doug’s 20 years in the business supporting me, I have an entire team, adding up to about 50 years in the business, ‘behind me’.
I love what I do. Real estate is my passion. I will continue to push myself through the frustrating times because I know that through my hard work, dedication, and perseverance, I will become a better real estate salesperson. Serving my clients as thoroughly and as best as possible is my number one priority, so as long as I continue to believe in myself, I know they will too.
Great post! What fun to read the honest account of your experience in the industry.... The excitement, the fun AND the frustration! Everyone may not be talking about it, but we've all been there. You're going to be an amazing force!
You have a very bright future ahead of you Stefani and everything that you have learned this year will serve you and most importantly, your clients very well!
You couldn't have picked a better team to be on!
Very inspiring! Loving what you do is the most important thing.
You have an excellent attitude and will definitely succeed. The first year is all about getting your feet wet and laying a groundwork. The second year in Real Estate is when you really start seeing the fruits of your labor. Hang in there!