Don't be afraid to be seen trying
Even if you're leading others
I hope this gives you permission and power to do something different today.
As real estate professionals, we often feel pressure to project an image of flawless expertise, of having all the answers. We carefully curate our social media, polish our presentations, and sometimes hide our moments of learning and growth.
This pursuit of perfection can be isolating.
Especially if you feel like everyone else has it all figured out. It can prevent us from forming authentic connections with other professionals who are on the same journey. It can stop us from accessing the collective wisdom of our community.
The Power and Pitfalls of Professional Community
When we find the courage to be seen learning and growing within our professional community, something remarkable happens. We discover we're not alone in our challenges. We find mentors who've walked similar paths. We become part of something larger than ourselves - a community of professionals committed to growth and excellence.
Sadly, mainstream professional spaces are filled with expectations of who you need to be rather than how to leverage who you already are. This is why so many are terrified of claiming our identities and building businesses around them—
it’s a rarity in our industry.
If that resonates with you, listen to your gut. Your instincts aren’t wrong.
A Tale of Two Spaces
Of course, there's a time and place for everything. With clients, we should absolutely demonstrate our expertise and focus on their needs. We should share our successes and maintain professional polish. This isn't about exposing our uncertainties to customers - it's about finding the right space to grow.
Where do you ask questions, seek guidance, and contribute to collective learning? Different people need different spaces, but everyone needs a place where they aren’t afraid to be seen trying.
Here’s why.
If we’re trying as much as life requires, failures are inevitable.
Your attempt, what you learned, and your next move are what matter.
Your real superpower isn't appearing perfect—it's your commitment to continuous growth and improvement. Don't be afraid to be seen learning and evolving within your professional community. This vulnerability, when shared in the right spaces, doesn't diminish your expertise—it enhances your authenticity and strengthens our industry as a whole.
So here’s to trying something different today.
If it succeeds, great.
If it fails, even better - you weren’t afraid to be seen trying.
