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Have you ever seen yourself on TV or videotape? Have you listened to your voice on a tape
recorder. Have you examined photographs of yourself? Do you project the type of image you
would like others to see?
These self images are very important because they give you an idea of how you may be coming
across to other people, either positively or negatively. Projecting an appropriate image as an
auctioneer to other people significantly hastens the development and trust with those people.
With an appropriate image, other people will feel much more comfortable and much more at
ease around you, thus making it easier for you to communicate with them. On the other hand, if
your image as an auctioneer is inappropriate, it will create a roadblock which may severely
hamper your auction business.
Auctioneers who attend to the guidelines of image tend to be more successful than those who do
not. Those auctioneers who look and act like professionals have a decided edge over those who
do not convey a professional image. The critical importance of the image you project to others is
underscored by the well- accepted fact that the famous debate between John F. Kennedy and
Richard M. Nixon was won by Kennedy because of his physical image, not by the verbal content
of his speech. That debate turned out to be the major turning point in that presidential election.
Let’s take a look at the critical components of your professional image.
‘First impressions are lasting impressions.” Have you ever contemplated the ramifications of your
first impressions on other people—the way you dress, your voice, grooming, handshake, eye
contact and body posture? The way you choose to manipulate each of these various factors has
a profound effect on how other people will perceive you initially. It is unusual not to make
particular judgments about a person with a heavy accent, weak handshake, sloppy grooming,
poor hygiene, bad vocabulary, poor posture, or ill fitting clothing. Ask your friends if you are
guilty of any of these. If so, do something to correct them.
Depth of knowledge. This area refers to how well you know the auction business. There are a lot
of auctioneers that can’t say one now two, but they are getting the business. How well do you
understand the auction industry, your competition and the people that want and need the
services of an auctioneer? You must make every effort to learn as much as you can about
auction marketing. A lot of auctioneers brag about having never attended auction school, Take
advantage of any training programs about auction marketing that are offered from time to time,
as well as doing your own independent study. By knowing what you are talking about, you will
command more respect from your customers and competition by projecting an image of
intelligence and credibility. Become an authority on auction marketing. Everyone loves to listen
to authorities,
Enthusiasm. If you want others to show enthusiasm, you must project that quality yourself. It just
doesn’t happen. Enthusiasm is catching whether positive or negative. When you outwardly show
enthusiasm, it rubs off on others, and vice versa. The choice is yours.
The final aspect of an auctioneer’s professional image is sincerity. This simply means that you
cannot, and should not fake it. If you come across as insincere to others, it will have a more
damaging effect on your relationship with them than if you violated all of the other components of
image in the first place. So, above all else, be sincere in your interactions with other people, do
not appear to be out strictly for yourself.
From the beginning to the end of every auction, from the signing of your auction contract, to the
conclusion of the auction, with every person you do an auction for, you are on stage. Every
word, gesture, expression, impression, yes, even the cleanliness and the condition of your truck
or automobile will be seen and evaluated by others. That image you project will facilitate or
impede your success with others and as an auctioneer. Therefore, go to great pains to make
sure that the image you project, before, during and after every auction is an image that fosters
open, honest and trusting communication. You can’t afford not to project a professional
auctioneer image. It will not only help you but our entire state association as well.
Adrian has many years as a real estate educator, investor, and personal financial consultant. He
has personally purchased over 50 single family houses in the past 5 years using various
methods of creative real estate investing.. He shares his invaluable experience and techniques
to those looking for guidance in their real estate and personal financial activities. He is currently
a Certified Real Estate Auctioneer selling properties in the Tacoma/Seattle area of Washington
State. For more information visit his website at http://www.auctionsnorthwest.com
Rich Haas, of Mankato, Minnesota is president of Continental Real Estate & Auctioneers. The
company does primarily real estate auctions on a regional level, but because of the nature of the
auction business, Haas said the company “gets involved with all types of auctions.” He is also
president of Continental Auctioneers School in Mankato. http://www.auctioneerschool.com/
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Adrian_Loepp
recorder. Have you examined photographs of yourself? Do you project the type of image you
would like others to see?
These self images are very important because they give you an idea of how you may be coming
across to other people, either positively or negatively. Projecting an appropriate image as an
auctioneer to other people significantly hastens the development and trust with those people.
With an appropriate image, other people will feel much more comfortable and much more at
ease around you, thus making it easier for you to communicate with them. On the other hand, if
your image as an auctioneer is inappropriate, it will create a roadblock which may severely
hamper your auction business.
Auctioneers who attend to the guidelines of image tend to be more successful than those who do
not. Those auctioneers who look and act like professionals have a decided edge over those who
do not convey a professional image. The critical importance of the image you project to others is
underscored by the well- accepted fact that the famous debate between John F. Kennedy and
Richard M. Nixon was won by Kennedy because of his physical image, not by the verbal content
of his speech. That debate turned out to be the major turning point in that presidential election.
Let’s take a look at the critical components of your professional image.
‘First impressions are lasting impressions.” Have you ever contemplated the ramifications of your
first impressions on other people—the way you dress, your voice, grooming, handshake, eye
contact and body posture? The way you choose to manipulate each of these various factors has
a profound effect on how other people will perceive you initially. It is unusual not to make
particular judgments about a person with a heavy accent, weak handshake, sloppy grooming,
poor hygiene, bad vocabulary, poor posture, or ill fitting clothing. Ask your friends if you are
guilty of any of these. If so, do something to correct them.
Depth of knowledge. This area refers to how well you know the auction business. There are a lot
of auctioneers that can’t say one now two, but they are getting the business. How well do you
understand the auction industry, your competition and the people that want and need the
services of an auctioneer? You must make every effort to learn as much as you can about
auction marketing. A lot of auctioneers brag about having never attended auction school, Take
advantage of any training programs about auction marketing that are offered from time to time,
as well as doing your own independent study. By knowing what you are talking about, you will
command more respect from your customers and competition by projecting an image of
intelligence and credibility. Become an authority on auction marketing. Everyone loves to listen
to authorities,
Enthusiasm. If you want others to show enthusiasm, you must project that quality yourself. It just
doesn’t happen. Enthusiasm is catching whether positive or negative. When you outwardly show
enthusiasm, it rubs off on others, and vice versa. The choice is yours.
The final aspect of an auctioneer’s professional image is sincerity. This simply means that you
cannot, and should not fake it. If you come across as insincere to others, it will have a more
damaging effect on your relationship with them than if you violated all of the other components of
image in the first place. So, above all else, be sincere in your interactions with other people, do
not appear to be out strictly for yourself.
From the beginning to the end of every auction, from the signing of your auction contract, to the
conclusion of the auction, with every person you do an auction for, you are on stage. Every
word, gesture, expression, impression, yes, even the cleanliness and the condition of your truck
or automobile will be seen and evaluated by others. That image you project will facilitate or
impede your success with others and as an auctioneer. Therefore, go to great pains to make
sure that the image you project, before, during and after every auction is an image that fosters
open, honest and trusting communication. You can’t afford not to project a professional
auctioneer image. It will not only help you but our entire state association as well.
Adrian has many years as a real estate educator, investor, and personal financial consultant. He
has personally purchased over 50 single family houses in the past 5 years using various
methods of creative real estate investing.. He shares his invaluable experience and techniques
to those looking for guidance in their real estate and personal financial activities. He is currently
a Certified Real Estate Auctioneer selling properties in the Tacoma/Seattle area of Washington
State. For more information visit his website at http://www.auctionsnorthwest.com
Rich Haas, of Mankato, Minnesota is president of Continental Real Estate & Auctioneers. The
company does primarily real estate auctions on a regional level, but because of the nature of the
auction business, Haas said the company “gets involved with all types of auctions.” He is also
president of Continental Auctioneers School in Mankato. http://www.auctioneerschool.com/
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Adrian_Loepp
Projecting A Professional Auctioneer Image
By Adrian Loepp
By Adrian Loepp
