I started my career in central Illinois in 1973 at a time when interest rates were 18-22%, there were no computers, cell phones, or other digital devices.  We used an MLS book, and many ‘agents' were not REALTORS®.  I did not know you were not supposed to be successful and enjoy your chosen career in those first few months.  So I trudged ahead and with the encouragement and guidance of fellow agents and a wonderful broker, I stuck with i...