Successful Entrepreneurs are Never "Out of the Office"

Have you ever tried to connect with someone only to get one of those automatic “out of office" responses? This drives me nuts. I’m always traveling somewhere “out of office” whether it’s business related or not. No matter where I may roam and for what purpose, I always make sure I am accessible and open for opportunities. Not doing this costs you money!

 I am sure that many of you reading this right now have used the “out of office” automated reply. “Hi, I’ll be out of the office returning on the 23rd. I won’t have access to email or phone traveling on vacation and out of the country. Have a great week and I will connect with you upon my return.”

This is crazy! No one should ever announce they are closed off to opportunities. They should be open for business no matter what. Especially in real estate.

Look, I understand, I am a father and there have are plenty of times when I’m giving full attention to my family. However, business is still being handled. Tweets are coming, Facebook posts are going out, and calls, texts and emails are coming in. People who are trying to reach me have no idea that I’m on the floor coloring and playing with my sons or hanging out on the beach. I’m still always connected.

Develop a plan to continue your business ...partner up for the week and split some deals if needed ...but don't just "disconnect."

We live in a 24/7 world. You can resist this reality all you want and join the rest of those seeking comfort, but then how will you ever achieve true freedom? 

Do you think the mega successful people such as Mark Cuban, Richard Branson, Jeff Bezos, Mark Zuckerberg or Howard Schultz are announcing any breaks from the business action? No! They’re in the game, baby. 

So even if you are going to be “out of the office,” always be open for business, accessible and ready to do whatever it takes to satisfy customers, close deals and connect with others.