Gary W. Keller
Gary W. Keller
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Full Name and Common Aliases
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Gary W. Keller is the founder of Keller Williams Realty, a real estate franchise with over 1,000 offices worldwide.
Birth and Death Dates
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Born on August 27, 1957, in Twin Falls, Idaho, USA. Still active and living as of this writing.
Nationality and Profession(s)
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American entrepreneur, author, speaker, and real estate expert.
Early Life and Background
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Gary Keller's interest in real estate began at a young age, influenced by his father, who was a contractor. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Washington State University in 1978. Initially, he worked as an insurance agent before transitioning into the real estate industry.
Major Accomplishments
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Gary Keller's most notable achievement is founding Keller Williams Realty in 1983, which has grown to become one of the largest residential real estate companies worldwide. He has also written several bestselling books:
"The Millionaire Real Estate Agent: It's Not About the Money. It's About Being the Best." (2004)
"The Millionaire Real Estate Investor: It's Not About The Money. It's About Living Your Life." (2011)
"Shift: How Top Real Estate Agents Tackle Tough Times" (2009)Notable Works or Actions
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Keller Williams Realty has received numerous awards, including the "Best Places to Work" designation from the _Washington Business Journal_. Gary Keller's books have been translated into multiple languages and have sold millions of copies worldwide.
Impact and Legacy
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Gary Keller's legacy extends beyond his company's success. His books offer practical advice on real estate investing and entrepreneurship, making him a respected figure in the industry. He has also become a sought-after speaker on topics such as business strategy, leadership, and personal development.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
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Gary Keller is widely quoted and remembered due to his:
Innovative approach to real estate: Keller Williams Realty's unique culture and focus on client satisfaction have set it apart from competitors.
Bestselling books: His written works provide valuable insights into successful business strategies, making him a go-to authority in the industry.
Inspiring entrepreneurial spirit: As an entrepreneur himself, Gary Keller has shown that with hard work and dedication, one can build a thriving business.
Gary W. Keller's remarkable journey from humble beginnings to becoming a leading figure in real estate is an inspiration to many. His contributions to the industry continue to shape the way people approach business and entrepreneurship.
Quotes by Gary W. Keller
Even an idle phone conversation when driving takes a 40 percent bite out of your focus and, surprisingly, can have the same effect as being drunk.
To be financially wealthy you must have a purpose for your life. In other words, without purpose, you’ll never know when you have enough money, and you can never be financially wealthy.
Everyone has the same amount of time, and hard work is simply hard work. As a result, what you do in the time you work determines what you achieve. And since what you do is determined by what you think, how big you think becomes the launching pad for how high you achieve.
In the end, the best way to succeed is to go small. And when you go small, you say no – a lot. A lot more than you might have even considered before.
You’d be hard pressed to find elite achievers who don’t have coaches helping them in key areas of their life.
The people we live with and work with on a daily basis deserve our full attention. When we give people segmented attention, piecemeal time, switching back and forth, the switching cost is higher than just the time involved. We end up damaging relationships.
If everyone has the same amount of time and yet some earn more than others, can we say then say that it’s how we use our time that determines the money we make?
Extraordinary results happen only when you give the best you have to become the best you can be at your most important work.
Think as big as you possibly can and base what you do, how you do it, and who you do it with on succeeding at that level. It just might take you more than your lifetime to run into the walls of a box this big.