What are you afraid of?

I realize this may be an odd place to start at the beginning of the new year, but it’s something that’s been top of mind for me as of late. Especially over the last two years, this question of what we fear and what we are willing to risk seems to always be in the air. As we begin 2022, I’m taking the time to ask myself that same question as it applies to my business. What scares me? What am I willing to risk or sacrifice for the growth of my business? What holds me back and what gives me energy? How am I keeping the present moment balanced with the bigger picture?

Last year, I set an intention to invest time and money into something I hadn’t done before: hand-delivering gifts to each of my past clients in celebration of my 20th year in real estate. It was an eye-opening experience driving through all the neighborhoods and stopping by all the homes that I’d bought and sold since 2001. With John, my partner in crime, at my side as I dropped off our gifts, I was reminded of how far we’ve come and how grateful I am for all the people who have been here with me on this sometimes scary journey.

As we look forward to 2022, I am ready to raise the bar again for myself and my team. This year, I have set the intention to do something that scares me: making videos for social media. I know, I know — I am the last person anyone would call shy, but I have yet to conquer my fear of the camera (it’s so intimidating!). I’m crossing my fingers that this will be the year that I make it happen.

How about you? Are you doing anything that scares you this year? What limiting beliefs are you letting go of in 2022? Send me an email or text — I’d love to hear from you!

- Michelle

Helpful Home Tips

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Market Update

California Trends - December 2021

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Solano County Trends

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City Trends (Fairfield, Suisun City & Vacaville)

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One Last Thing...

Here’s what’s on our team’s to-read list for the month of January: The 12-Week Year. Have you heard of it? What did you think of it? Would love to hear any book recommendations — any genre! — you might have for 2022.