It’s not Friday! | But…

Yes, it’s only Tuesday! Although I’m heading off-line + off-grid beginning tomorrow as I celebrate with my family the start of summer, end of 1st + 3rd grade and remind myself what it feels like to be off-grid for a few days. Butt back in our offices Tuesday of next week! No doubt I’ll have plenty of stories to tell and a refreshed perspective. I’d tell you where I’m going but I can’t just yet – surprise trip for my husband who actually reads this stuff!

TED | Do you have 3 minutes, right now? | TED talk breaks down 8 secrets of success in 3 minutes. Yes, in 3 minutes! Richard St. John, a self-described average guy who found success doing what he loved spent more than a decade researching the lessons of success — and distilling them into 8 words, 3 minutes and one successful book. This is a quick hitter in inspiration on this Tuesday – (go to 3rd video down)  > click > TED.com.

Mix in some fun with all of this madness! | Tacos + Tequila @ Jill + Geoff’s home, find the clipboard in your office and join us for some fun. Book it, see you there! I may or may not be in costume for the event.

Tax time reminder | June 15th his upon us (Wednesday of this week!), make sure your estimated quarterly taxes are in order – if this applies to you! I’m certainly no accountant yet I’ve always made it a point to stay on top of this detail. All part of the 1099 gig we signed up for in this profession called real estate. ***need help automating this detail in the future? Solution: WRE accounting can get this done for you. See your manager for direction, if interested.

Father’s Day | An early toast to all you dads out there – celebrate well this Sunday – YOU and all of the other father & father figures out there!

Back in the saddle Tuesday of next week – until then, let’s continue with our 2016 mantra, “Do It Well. Make It Fun!” Thanks for taking this sweep with me a little early this week! I’m having fun with this. Here to help, always the ultimate goal. Give me feedback along the way – this content is specifically geared for you – our six!

Laura Smith, General Manager | Windermere Real Estate Co + Northwest, Inc.