For the most part, puppies and kittens are loved by all. Even the gruff and the unpleasant usually melt a bit if you drop a young puppy or kitten in their lap.
While not as obvious, people love their ideas even more. And like a mother dog or cat, they will defend these ideas from all that threaten them, regardless of how appropriate or inappropriate the threat is (or perceived to be).
It's not always logical and it is not always beneficial. It is instinctive for most people.
So, why does this matter? Two reasons.
First, your ideas may be great... but likely not all of them. Allow some of them to fail or be defeated. It will help the others bloom and blossom as you focus energy on the winners instead of defending them all.
Second, realize that when you do not embrace someone else's ideas, they may unconsciously see it as an attack. Find ways to pull people along instead of pushing them. Find something to like about their ideas even if you do not love them or intend to use them. It will be appreciated if you are sincere.
This is very important in business negotiations, prospecting, selling and even cooperation with your clients, vendors and colleagues.
So, show some love for someone else's ideas when you can. (And don't pass up the chance to pet a puppy or kitten either!)
Allowing people to express their ideas and then use them gives them ownership in the situation. Ownership keeps them in the game.
Real estate professionals need to humble themselves sometimes and open their minds to other options. As it's been said..."there's more than one way to skin a cat". Ouch.
Thanks Glenn, a little appreciation goes a long way
Cute picture and a good reminder to be nice in our comments.
I thought that was what made the world go round MY IDEAS haha. Good post, I may not agree with people by I do listen and then I decide whether it works for me. The only way to lose an argument is for there to be two people involved.
Hi Claire! Yes more than one way to skin a cat.. though thinking of it makes me a feel unsettled! :-)
Bill, you are right and I appreciate your taking time to visit and comment. Really! Thanks!! G
Hi Roy! I had not thought about the comments on AR for this but you make a great point! Thanks! Glenn
Hi Charles! I love that last sentence in your post. People do have a choice, whether they admit it to themselves or not! Thanks! G
Glenn..compliments go along way and so does charm..thank you
Helpfulhannah
I'm going to share an idea now after reading this...
Aviation Acres- A website recently built to help real estate agents sell airport property to pilots on a nationwide scale (including Canada). Agents post listings, aviators find them. No where else can a pilot find all listings fitting the criteria "3 bed, 2 bath home in Louisiana with airport access, a paved runway and fuel on site."
That is my great idea that I am trying to promote to the public, and I DO love this idea! I've spent a lot of time developing the website (Find Here). If you don't like it I will see it as a subconcious (sp?) attack!
Any chance you have airport property for sale currently?