Over the years, I’ve learned that the great things about humans are that we can reinvent ourselves. If we are not happy with who or where we are in life, we can do something about it. I’ve also learned that we tend to hang around like-minded people. This can be both good and bad, depending on who you surround yourself with and where you are trying to go.
The truth is that if you want to be a great chef, then you should be hanging out with chefs. If you want to be a great real estate investor, then you should be hanging out with great real estate investors. Who we hang out with determines who we become, so while on your real estate journey, you should choose your friends wisely. Here’s why.
Real Life Experience
Those with an interest in real estate investing usually start by look at books, blogs posts, and videos. Although this book knowledge is great, there is nothing better than talking with those that have first-hand experience. They have been where you want to go. They have a roadmap that works that can keep you from reinventing the wheel. There is no need to spend years of trial and error because your “new friends” will tell their success and failure stories, and you will learn valuable information.
Doers and Shakers
If you surround yourself with active, successful real estate investors, you will find that they are always doing something related to real estate. These are the people that don’t see obstacles but opportunities and can find the right opportunities with ease. When with these entrepreneurs, you will learn how to find opportunities that continue to move you toward your ultimate goal.
Love Ideas
Successful people love ideas. Because they are confident and less fearful than unsuccessful people, they can see the value in ideas that are different than their own. They are always willing to look at the new and different to see if an opportunity is present. Being around people who look outside the box for opportunities is a great way to find success.
Want To See You Succeed
As you change to become a successful investor, your older friends may not appreciate your newer interests and may be unhappy that you are trying to change the status quo. If your old friends and family aren’t actively pursuing a more successful lifestyle, they may show signs of jealousy. They may even do or say things to sabotage your success in order to justify where they are in their own life. Successful real estate investors, on the other hand, have nothing to lose if you succeed. In fact, since success breeds success, they are happy for your successes that will bring them closer to more success.
Collaboration
Studies have shown that most people work better in a collaborative environment for many reasons. For instance, it is easier to bounce ideas of off others who have similar interests and have been through similar situations. It is also a great way to stay accountable. When like-minded investors ask how your business is going, you’ll be more motivated to have tangible answers at the ready. In general, as you collaborate with real estate investors, you will find that you become more confident, motivated, and productive.
Synergy
Synergy is a term that means that two or more people working together can achieve far more than they can by themselves. Jim Rohn, a well-known success guru says, “You are the average of the five people you spend the most time with.” That’s why it is so important to spend time and pay attention to those that are doing what you want to do and becoming what you want to become. As you seek out those who will benefit you on your journey, you can also provide insights that will help them on their personal journey. Together, you can create synergy.
I firmly believe that you should find ways to be in the company of other successful real estate investors if this is what you want from your life. When surrounded by those who have made it, you will be reminded of what you want and how to get it. Remember, you can’t be a duck and expect to fly with eagles.
