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Having written press releases for the better part of the past 10 - 15 years, I'm constantly amazed at what is being sold as a "press release" on the internet. I'm even more amazed at the hundreds/thousands of dollars being spent on these things with the promise of wide distribution. It's importa...
09/17/2010
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There’s an episode of Spongebob (I believe it’s called “Idiot Box”) wherein Spongebob orders this ridiculous big-screen TV and, upon its delivery, throws the TV in a dumpster while he and Patrick the Starfish jump in the delivery box and play pretend. Their game of pretend drives their neighbor ...
07/12/2010
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"You can easily judge the character of a man by how he treats those who can do nothing for him." - James D. Miles I just had a couple of conversations this morning that left me disturbed. Before I elaborate, please let me ask a simple question: As a real estate professional, are you in the bus...
06/30/2010
Are you being held to standards and expectations that are 10 years old? 20 years old? Real estate and sales seminars provided by real estate companies for their agents serve their purpose and there is valuable information to be gained. However, listen closely to what you're being taught and d...
06/25/2010
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Forget: The 7-Year-Itch rule that states “the average homeowner moves once every seven years.” Remember: The average homeowner will probably need you once, maybe twice in their lifetime. There’s hardly a day that goes by where I don’t encounter real estate pros who “purge” their database of peop...
06/11/2010
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I remember reading a book on classic rock bands where the writer stated that ZZ Top had found their "thang" on their classic "Tejas" album back in the 1970's...their "thang" being a mix of boogie and the blues that they could completely embrace as their own; a style which ultimately defined them...
03/29/2010
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While I don’t totally agree with the above statement, it does bring to light an important point. Slogans aren’t taken to heart like they used to be…because too often they’re just words. Words designed to make that person or business appear to be the best…or among the best. Words that only matte...
03/16/2010
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The first quarter of 2010 is coming rapidly to a close. Hard to believe we're in March already, isn't it? Take some time to put your year into perspective by asking yourself these 5 basic questions I refer to as "Reality Check": 1. How long have I been in real estate? 2. How many people do I ...
03/08/2010
Are you REALLY who you claim to be? This is the question today's consumer is asking themselves when they first meet you. Many of you take this skepticism personally, as you've invested both time and money to achieve your professional status. However, it's important to take this skepticism in stri...
03/05/2010
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If there's anyone in need of a genuine smile and words of truth delivered with compassion, it's today's homeowners. Be the agent to do this and you will make your marq.
02/04/2010