THE CORE TRUTH BLOG
On Peter’s Mind: Working Through the Holidays
As we move into the final stretch of the year, most of us feel that familiar push: finish strong, finish hard, race through the finish line. We want to hit our goals, exceed expectations, and set ourselves up for an incredible next year. And yet—here come the holidays. This season brings a beautiful swirl of family gatherings, gift shopping, parties, lunches,
On My Mind: Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving traces its origins to the early 17th century, when Pilgrims and the Wampanoag people gathered for a harvest feast to celebrate resilience, cooperation, and the blessings of a successful season. Over time, this simple act of gratitude grew into a national tradition—one that reminds us to pause, reflect, and appreciate the abundance in our lives. In our family, one
On My Mind: Finding Our Way Back to Each Other
COVID changed the world — and it changed us. It pushed us inward, into smaller routines, smaller circles, and smaller versions of ourselves. We learned to protect, to isolate, to adjust… but now we’re learning how to come back.
On My Mind: Fire and Rehire Yourself
Sometimes You Have to Fire and Rehire Yourself Every now and then, it’s worth asking yourself the tough question: Would you hire you — as you are right now? We all fall into patterns — old habits, stale thinking, and worn-out perspectives. Over time, our enthusiasm can fade, our motivation can dull, and our point of view can narrow. The
Desolation or Consolation
Life swings between highs and lows. Maturity is staying steady through both.
Change is constant, and peace comes from knowing nothing lasts forever.
Trust the process. Neither joy nor struggle defines you, but how you move through them does.
On My Mind: Nobody Is Too Busy for Their Own Success
I’m sorry, but nobody is too busy to show up for their success. Every agent who attended Endeavor came back energized, motivated, and inspired. They learned. They connected. They were reminded why being part of Douglas Elliman matters. Friendships were formed, referrals were made, and opportunities were created. It wasn’t just fun—it was productive fun. We celebrated the year’s hard work with dancing, great