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Which is better when it comes to short sales- Cooperation or Competition?  The fact of the matter is this; the most successful investors know how to do both. Unfortunately, the majority of people tend to fall heavily into one or the other. They key is to understand what your natural tendency is toward then take steps to deliberately seek out the other complimentary side. Find out how you rank by taking this cooperation versus competition quiz:

Using a scale from 1 – 5 rank yourself on each of the following:

1 = Strongly Disagree. 5 = Strongly Agree.

1. Get in my way and you will pay for it.
2. Force is the most effective way to persuade someone or something.
3. Retaliation or retribution is justified.
4. It is unwise to trust many/most people.
5. Treating people with kindness is a sign of weakness.
6. The means justify the ends….sometimes people will get hurt.
7. Winning is more important than how the game is played.
8. Success is not optional – no matter what the cost.
9. Second chances are for suckers. Burn me once…but never twice.
10. The game should be played like your life depends upon it.
11. People need to get along with others.
12. I like to help others.
13. Your loss is my loss.
14. True strength is knowing how to take a hit then get back up again.
15. The journey – not the destination – is what is important.
16. Teamwork is the best method.
17. Success without helping others is meaningless.
18. Everyone needs a second chance sometime.
19. Children should be taught to turn the other cheek and forgive early in life.
20. The Golden Rule is an imperative to success in life.

How to interpret your results:

Add up all your points for items 1-10.

Put your total here:

Add up all your points for items 11-20.

Put total here:

Those that score higher for 1-10 are primarily competitive in nature. Those that score higher in items 11-20 are primarily cooperative in nature. The goal is to become balanced in both areas. If you are too competitive, seek out a softer side that allows others to win as well. By meeting their needs you increase your own odds at success and satisfaction. For those that are highly cooperative, seek out ways to challenge your growth and don’t be afraid to enjoy winning. You work hard for it and deserve it.

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See you at the top!