GOOD COP, BAD COP
The Appraiser Coach
SEPTEMBER 26, 2023
People have often seen the relationship between the “good cop” and the “bad cop” in a variety of situations. Does this dichotomy exist in your office? Although the size of.
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THE PERPETUAL BLUE SHIRT THEORY
The Appraiser Coach
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
When you have a bobble-head replica of yourself in a blue button-down shirt (it was a gift) and you show up to work every day twinning with it, the people.
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What Constitutes Professional Attire?
The Appraiser Coach
SEPTEMBER 12, 2023
A topic that comes up a lot when I talk with people is how they should dress. Are flip-flops okay? What about a tank top?
Working For the End Goal
The Appraiser Coach
SEPTEMBER 5, 2023
I once read a book called First Things First, by Stephen Covey. That phrase, “first things first,” prompted a lot of thought for me a little while.
Cleaning Up Your Inbox
The Appraiser Coach
AUGUST 29, 2023
If there’s one thing that consistently stresses out small business owners more consistently than anything else, it’s the dreaded inbox. Especially as an appraiser, I.
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Is Zero Messages In Your Inbox Possible?
The Appraiser Coach
AUGUST 22, 2023
My inbox is my to-do list. If I talk to someone and they need something done, I tell them, “Send me an email.” If.
Highest and Best Use
The Appraiser Coach
AUGUST 8, 2023
I had a man reach out to me with a question about a property he had been asked to appraise. It was being.
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One Step Closer to Owning a Business
The Appraiser Coach
AUGUST 1, 2023
One day while I was at the local state fair, I saw a one-man band walking by.
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Prioritizing Your Clients
The Appraiser Coach
JULY 25, 2023
When the pandemic hit us full force in 2020, business skyrocketed. We had never been busier! If I had tried to do everything the same way I.
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You Are Important, Too!
The Appraiser Coach
JULY 18, 2023
We all have our hobbies. I’ve talked to people who enjoy everything from quilting to drag racing to bird watching, and everything in.
Remote Monitoring and Time Tracking
The Appraiser Coach
JULY 11, 2023
The Covid-19 pandemic has changed a lot about our lives and the way we conduct our businesses. Some things may never again be the same again. As.
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Learning from Trial and Tragedy
The Appraiser Coach
JULY 4, 2023
Today I want to share a story with you about an event that happened in my hometown. This event happened well over a year ago, and violently shook the community.
Principles of Prosperity: The Final Word
The Appraiser Coach
JUNE 27, 2023
I’ve recently been posting about what I call the “Principles of Prosperity.” I’ve been hoping to give you a brief introduction that will pique your.
Freedom: the Basis of Creativity
The Appraiser Coach
JUNE 20, 2023
I think I’ve talked to you about my definition of wealth before. It’s not having a sports car or a big fancy house. My definition of wealth is the ability.
Replication: The Road to Productivity
The Appraiser Coach
JUNE 13, 2023
I want to share a principle with you. And when you hear it, it won’t be some earth-shattering revelation. It’s probably something that you already know, something that already makes.
Letting Money Work For You
The Appraiser Coach
JUNE 6, 2023
Let’s talk about the velocity of money. This isn’t velocity in the sense of the physics term – we’re not looking at how fast a 50 dollar bill can fly.
The Decision to Act
The Appraiser Coach
MAY 30, 2023
The key to success isn’t great ideas. Everyone has great ideas. I’ve had so many people come to me with an idea they had and say, “Dustin, isn’t this a.
The Importance of Integrity
The Appraiser Coach
MAY 23, 2023
Many of us hear about integrity often, but what does integrity even mean? What are we actually talking about here? A good explanation of integrity that I’ve heard is that.
The (Real) Secret
The Appraiser Coach
MAY 16, 2023
I’ve never loved The Secret, as a book or a movie. Maybe I missed something, but the primary message I came away with after reading.
The Law of Averages and You
The Appraiser Coach
MAY 9, 2023
Averages rule the universe. You may be more familiar with this statement as the law of averages. Let me give you an example as a.
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Parkinson’s Principle
The Appraiser Coach
MAY 2, 2023
The principle I’m going to share today may not be earth-shattering for you, but it has proven useful for me in my work time and time again.
Where Are You Spending Your Time?
The Appraiser Coach
APRIL 25, 2023
If you’ve ever read about the 5 Love Languages by Gary Chapman, you know that, for must of us, there are particular things that make each of us feel loved.
Do What You Love, and Love What You Do
The Appraiser Coach
APRIL 18, 2023
Today I want to share a principle that I am very passionate about; this principle drives everything that I do! The principle is that people thrive when they love what.
Who Are You Surrounding Yourself With?
The Appraiser Coach
APRIL 11, 2023
When I was on my quest to learn what I call the “principles of prosperity,” there was one in particular that helped me progress by leaps and bounds when I.
Why You Should Invest in Technology
The Appraiser Coach
APRIL 4, 2023
I’ve been talking recently about what I call the “principles of prosperity.” The last couple have had to do with money – what it is and how it works.
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You’re Chasing a Dollar… What’s the Dollar Chasing?
The Appraiser Coach
MARCH 28, 2023
I talked recently in another post about the fact that money is a tool that we use to keep track of value. Money really has no value in and of.
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Creating Value vs Making Money
The Appraiser Coach
MARCH 21, 2023
Today I’d like to share a principle with you that has changed my perspective. The principle is this: money is a tool. You could just stop reading right there. After.
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Giving to Charity
The Appraiser Coach
MARCH 14, 2023
I’ve talked about the importance of paying yourself first, and how living that principle will bless your life. Equally important, however, is its sister principle: pay 10% to charity second.
The Principle of Saving
The Appraiser Coach
MARCH 7, 2023
No matter what you call it – pay yourself first, save, setting money aside for a rainy day – making sure you take the.
The Beginning of a New Life
The Appraiser Coach
FEBRUARY 28, 2023
Principles are tremendously important tools we can use in our lives to affect change. A principle is an eternal truth. It can be applied across all circumstances, all times, all.
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The Hard to Find (Important) Details
The Appraiser Coach
FEBRUARY 21, 2023
I’ve recently been looking into real estate as an investor, and I found a rental property relatively close to my home that looked pretty promising. It was advertised as a.
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Which Hat Are You Wearing?
The Appraiser Coach
JANUARY 16, 2023
There are many different roles the we play as appraisers.
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Going All-in
The Appraiser Coach
FEBRUARY 14, 2023
I recently celebrated an exciting milestone. I have officially gone one full year without eating sugar! Now that’s not 100% – everything has sugar in it these days. But I.
When You’re Up A Creek, Cross It
The Appraiser Coach
FEBRUARY 7, 2023
We often have experiences that teach us principles of life or business—or in this case, both. And the power of an analogy is such that it can apply to a.
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Supporting Your International VA’s
The Appraiser Coach
JANUARY 31, 2023
Do you have a virtual assistant hired? Many appraisers have found this to be a great way to get needed tasks accomplished without having to do them yourself. You may.
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The Monster in the Closet
The Appraiser Coach
JANUARY 24, 2023
A good appraiser knows that delegation can be an efficient and productive choice for their business, but the thought of that choice is often accompanied by fear. This comes up.
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P.U. – No Longer Just a Bad Smell
The Appraiser Coach
JANUARY 17, 2023
Years ago, I went on a nation-wide tour where I met with appraisers in several cities. We discussed what I do as an appraiser and business owner, and how they. Read More.
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Are You Saying No to Future Business?
The Appraiser Coach
JANUARY 10, 2023
I’ve begun to notice that retirement is starting to creep up on me a little bit, and I’m starting to wonder if I’m really ready. I recently decided to get. Read More.
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What Do You Do When No One’s Watching?
The Appraiser Coach
JANUARY 3, 2023
It doesn’t happen very often, but I’m sure it’s happened to each of us at least once: while taking a payment at the door, someone pays you in cash. And. Read More.
Taking Your Business to Soaring New Heights
The Appraiser Coach
DECEMBER 27, 2022
I love my coaching. There’s just something about helping other people succeed that brings me a lot of joy! Something that comes up a lot during my coaching interviews with. Read More.
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Where There’s a Brick, There’s a Way
The Appraiser Coach
DECEMBER 20, 2022
I remember when I first started using a laser to do my measurements. I was up in front of a group of people, and I asked them to show by. Read More.
Responding To the 5 Most Popular Questions From Agents
The Appraiser Coach
DECEMBER 13, 2022
Imagine you’re at an inspection. During your standard walk-through, you look out the window and see a car pull up into the driveway. Your mind starts racing when you see. Read More.
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You Go Your Way, and I’ll Go Mine
The Appraiser Coach
DECEMBER 6, 2022
Many of you know that I don’t do partnerships. I’ve had some negative experiences in the past, and I don’t like the idea of being a part of one again. Read More.
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