Heart & Sold: How to Survive and Thrive in Real Estate

by Valerie Fitzgerald

Book Overview

Heart and Sold is an insightful journey through the emotional and tangible challenges of regaining one's personal power while building and maintaining a successful business -- regardless of the... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1416542922
• ISBN13: 9781416542926
• Release Date: May 2009
• Publisher: Atria Books
• Length: 320 Pages
• Weight: 0.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 5.4" x 8.2"

Customer Reviews

I'm sold to "Heart & Sold", What a find!

This book will make you cry, laugh and inspire from page one. Once you start reading it, you cannot help but to finish the entire book. Valerie's candid sharing of her own life, filled with challenges and how to overcome them will encourage and inspire all ages. Whether you are in real estate or any other profession, "Heart & Sold" will motivate you to strive for the best and to believe in your dreams. A must read for any profession! Highly recommended.

Interesting and helpful for real estate

Heart and Sold is an quick, interesting and useful read. If you need to improve your business or want to learn more about the industry, Valerie does a great job of giving you an overview. She imparts her success and experience through tips, anecdotes, interviews and resources. I enjoyed reading the more personal parts aspects of her story because not only is it motivational, but it also helps bring the advice to life. I think those in real estate that are concerned about growing their business and managing their life will find this book extremely valuable.

Become a Better Realtor and a Better Human

Heart and Sold will help you become a better realtor, a better entrepreneur, a better human. A must read! It will teach you how to communicate with clients, get organized and stay on time - all signature attributes you need to build a successful career in any business. I couldn't put down the first 35 pages of the book as I witnessed Valerie's bio and back story unfold from 25 years ago to today as she continues to rock the Los Angeles real estate world. This book has also helped me become a better listener to my clients and become someone they can deeply trust. I've witnessed a profound change in my attitude and I think I've become more positive...not only at work, but with my family and friends. Thanks Valerie. I can't wait to read your next book!

Wonderful and Inspiring!

Heart and Sold is a truly inspiring read. I would recommend this for anyone, whether you have been in the real estate business for years or just thinking about entering it. Valerie's honest and candid rendition of her life and business experiences will not only bring a smile to your face but encourage you immensely.

Inspiring Read!

Valerie Fitzgerald's Heart and Sold: How to Survive and Build a Recession-Proof Business reminds us that truly anything is possible. From Manhattan model to single Mother and now real estate agent to the celebrities, Valerie's new book inspires and guides us step-by-step on how to realize our own success in business and in life.