#19: Pros & Cons of Being a Real Estate Agent with Connie Ward

Work it, Live it, Own it!

Get ready for an incredible podcast episode that will leave you inspired and motivated to take on the world of real estate! Join SaCola Lehr as she introduces the amazing Connie Ward, a true expert in the field with nearly 25 years of experience under her belt.

Prepare to be blown away as SaCola expresses her deep admiration for Connie's unwavering commitment to the industry and her vast knowledge that is sure to captivate your attention. Connie takes us on a journey through her remarkable career, starting from her childhood fascination with homes to her early struggles as a new realtor.

Listen closely as Connie reveals the manual nature of the industry back then and the misconceptions she had about getting paid. It's a story of perseverance and determination as she shares how she took charge of her own learning, pushing through the challenges to ultimately find incredible success in selling new homes.

But that's not all - Connie also opens up about her recent return to real estate after a hiatus, highlighting the importance of authenticity and truly knowing your profession. Her words will resonate with you, inspiring you to embrace your true self and excel in whatever path you choose.

As this captivating episode draws to a close, Connie graciously shares her experiences as a mentor, passing on her wisdom to the next generation of real estate professionals. And of course, SaCola wraps things up by expressing her heartfelt gratitude to Connie for sharing her invaluable insights.

Don't miss out on this extraordinary podcast episode that will leave you feeling empowered and ready to conquer the world of real estate. Tune in now and let the magic unfold!

SaCola and Connie's Conversation Highlights

- Connie's early fascination with homes and homeownership, influenced by her grandmother

- Challenges and misconceptions Connie faced when starting in real estate, including lack of training and understanding of the business

- Connie's proactive approach to learning and becoming an expert in real estate transactions

- Transition to working in commercial real estate and selling new homes

- Financial challenges during the market crash in 2007-2009

- Connie's decision to leave the industry in 2013 and return in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic

- Connie's journey of stumbling into new opportunities and embracing the challenge of working on a commission basis

- Importance of authenticity, knowing your mission and vision, and establishing fundamental business processes in real estate.

Quotes

'Connie Ward', '00:33:03', "I think it's all a blessing. I'm grateful because to be able to wake up every morning, even as hard as real estate is, don't get me wrong, it's hard and it's a lot of work, right? And there's a lot of blood, sweat, and tears. But to be able to be autonomous and have complete control of your whole existence is pretty amazing, right? And then you actually love it at the same time is pretty special."

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