Last weekend, one of our fundraising auction patrons told me how pleased he was with the results of the evening. Then he asked whether or not I did small auctions. "Of course!" I said. Actually, I love the small grassroots auctions when they are just getting started. All fundraisers or benefit auctions have to start somewhere, and it's exciting be there from the start to watch them grow and develop into major events. Most of the charity work I've done through the past twenty years has been working with groups who are just starting out. So if you've been thinking about putting together your first auction, or maybe hiring a professional auctioneer for an established event; give me a call or drop a line.
You never know till you try
When we're watching someone perform for the first time, most of us are only seeing the final cut. The performance always seems void of mistakes, flawless. A good performer makes performing appear effortless. Though what you're really watching is someone who has spent thousands of hours trying to perfect his craft.
I was one of those guys who thought I could just pick up a microphone and be an auctioneer. I was awful at the beginning of my career. It's no wonder why people give up so easily early on when trying something new. Even when people said I should quit, I didn't. I kept practicing and have never stopped, constantly pushing myself to become better. Even now, I still feel like I'm a student of my craft. There are so many ways to do something better or differently!
Welcome to my new blog
Welcome to my new blog at srdorsey.com. I plan to write whenever the mood inspires. Come back soon to learn about all the different types of auctions that we do - fundraising, real estate, collector cars. Plus commentary on what's new and happening in the exciting and little-known world of auctioneering.