It’s the Easter Weekend and many Catholics, along with those of other religious denominations throughout the world, will celebrate what is considered to be the greatest sacrifice of all, the giving of one’s life for the benefit of others. The symbolical implications are numerous and magnificent, and so suggestive of what our destinies are here on earth. To do for others as much as we would do for ourselves.
The Spice of Life
This is really one of the spices of life isn’t it, whether it be regarding family, friends or business? I can recall, a few years back, though as if it were just yesterday, driving home from a particular meeting with a homeowner who had become a new client that day. I remember exactly where I was on the long, sloping road that lead to town and back to my office. They had just signed a listing contract with me and I was thinking of our dialogue, the presentation in general and the responsibilities ahead of me.
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Last and Least
After a litany of thoughts ran through my mind, I remembered that there would be a monetary reward also. It was one of my proudest moments in real estate. The financial component, which is so paramount to many, was the last thing that came to me. “That’s right,” I thought as if an added bonus, “When the home sells there will be a commission that goes along with it.”
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Awakening
It was as if I had an awakening. Many of the activities that Realtors perform have no compensation attached to them. We do so much for others, and our just reward is knowing that we are helping them because we care.
Demanding Time
As we head into the Easter weekend, in the throes of one of the busiest, most demanding weeks of a Realtor’s year, there is one thing that no one can take away. Work without compensation may not always pay the bills, but it brings us rewards that are far greater. This weekend, as we pay homage to Jesus’ great sacrifice, we can take solace in knowing that we are at least somewhat understanding one of his messages so many centuries ago. Sacrifice and doing for others is the spice of life.
Written by Al N. Filippone. For information about the local real estate market, call our Darien office at 203.655.5358 or visit our website at afahomes.com.
