Keagan Carnathan

Mrs. Mcclendon

PCIS

10 November 2023

EOL #1: Ted Talk

Tina Caul has been a real estate advisor for 20 years. Her ted talk, "What Real Estate

Taught Me About Self-Worth," intertwines the world of real estate with the profound lessons it

taught her about self-worth. As I watched this insightful presentation, I picked up on many

lessons that grew my understanding of understanding my self-worth.

Tine Caul emphasized the idea that our self worth is not dependent on external factors. In

the world of real estate, she realized that her worth and importance isn’t tied with the properties

that she sold. It reminded me that in my own life I shouldn't measure myself through

achievements, possessions, or opinions of others. I learned that My values, beliefs, and personal

growth are most important.

The real estate industry is often transaction focused. The name you build for yourself is

based on the amount of houses you sell, not about your character. Caul realized the importance of

prioritizing relationships with clients through the deals she was making. This concept can be

used in our personal lives to build strong meaningful relationships with others. Investing time

and effort in nurturing relationships and cultivating a family and supportive group of friends

helps to build your self worth.

Cauls experiences in real estate taught her that failures provide opportunities to grow.

Realizing that she had the power to persevere through her setbacks allowed her to bounce back
even stronger. That resonates to me because it serves as a reminder that self worth isn't affected

by your failures, but it is an essential part of your journey to success.

Tina Caul’s TED Talk, "What Real Estate Taught Me About Self-Worth," offers a

profound exploration of the relationship between real estate and self worth. The lessons taken

from her experiences are not exclusive to the real estate industry, but can be applied to your life.

As I reflected on her talk, I came to appreciate that self worth is a deeply personal journey tied

with beliefs, relationships, and resilience. It is a reminder that true self-worth is not determined

by external achievements or social expectations, but rather understanding and appreciating

yourself.
 Work Cited

Caul, Tina. “Tina Caul: What Real Estate Taught Me About Self-Worth.” TED, December 2019,

https://www.ted.com/talks/tina_caul_what_real_estate_taught_me_about_self_worth.

Accessed 13 November 2023.