networking and building business relationships: Real Life People! Fun Biz Net Mixers! - 10/05/17 05:34 PM
 
Today while going through some photos for Dick Greenberg  Photo Contest I ran across fun photos of a Mix N Mingle mixer (which clearly had a St Paddy's Day theme going on)! What I noticed is that everyone in the photo is smiling and laughing.  We had so much fun hosting these business events once a month at our home for 5 years or so. 
 
Going through photos sure brought back lots of good memories.  We typically had between 40 and 60 people each month. And now I look back and think  - that was a lot of work putting them on … (19 comments)

networking and building business relationships: Are you missing out on a HUGE Networking Opportunity? - 09/14/17 05:05 PM
 
Networking has been an important part of my business model from my first years in the real estate business.  I was fortunate to have a broker/mentor show me the ropes and get me involved (whether I wanted to or not). He also pretty much made me (or so it seemed at the time) to join committees as well as volunteer to be an ambassador or whatever else they needed. I've belonged to a couple of Chambers and other network groups and have also have created successful network groups. It's no surprise that networking at this point is 'fun' to me. I couldn't say … (45 comments)

networking and building business relationships: My Network - Priceless! - 07/14/17 02:08 PM
 
 
There is absolutely no question in my mind how priceless my network is and has been for my entire career in real estate. Fortunately I learned early on the why and how of connecting and building a network from my Father. He was a master network. He could strike up a conversation with anyone, about anything, anywhere in the world. As kids it used to drive us crazy when he strike up a conversations but now we all 'get it'!
 
 
My husband Gary (Mr Banana) and I work closely together with our network and our clients. Gary is the nuts and bolts guy … (30 comments)

networking and building business relationships: Phoenix Meetup Tomorrow Nov 1st @ sandbar restaurant! - 10/31/16 04:20 AM

 
 
Phoenix ActiveRain Meetup!
 
Tuesday November 1st 2016 5:00 pm
sandbar Mexican Grill -21011 N Tatum Blvd
(101 & Tatum @ Desert Ridge Shopping Center)
5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
 
ActiveRain Meetups are a great way to meet other local ActiveRain members, enjoy lively conversations and share blogging and real estate tips.
 
If you've never attended an ActiveRain meetup JOIN US! If you're new to ActiveRain and blogging we sincerely look  forward to meeting you!
 
Blogging on ActiveRain is a fantastic way to build your real estate business. Get ready to relax & have fun with fellow Active Rainers.
 
 
 
ActiveRain Members at the  sandbar Meetup!

 
 
 
Tuesday November 1st … (13 comments)

networking and building business relationships: Phoenix Metro ActiveRain Meetup November 1st - Loading up the Bus! - 10/06/16 06:29 AM
 
 
Phoenix ActiveRain Meetup Tuesday November 1st - Loading up the Bus!
 

 
Tuesday November 1st 2016 5:00 pm
sandbar Mexican Grill -21011 N Tatum Blvd
(101 & Tatum @ Desert Ridge Shopping Center)
5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
 
ActiveRain Meetups are a great way to meet other local ActiveRain members, enjoy lively conversations and share blogging and real estate tips.
 
If you've never attended an ActiveRain meetup JOIN US! If you're new to ActiveRain and blogging we sincerely look  forward to meeting you!
 
Blogging on ActiveRain is a fantastic way to build your real estate business. Get ready to relax & have fun with fellow Active Rainers.
 
 
All … (14 comments)

networking and building business relationships: Phoenix/Scottsdale ActiveRain Meetup Tuesday May 12, 2015 - 04/30/15 05:40 AM
Phoenix/Scottsdale ActiveRain Meetup  Tuesday May 12, 2015
 
 
It's that time of year when local ActiveRainers get together, have fun, share ideas and mix and mingle with old and new friends.  It's just an all around, laid-back relaxing couple of hours.  If you're new to the ActiveRain community - JOIN US!  We really don't bite - too hard!  Just kidding....
 
ActiveRain Spring Meetup
Tuesday May 12th at 5:00 pm
BJ's Restaurant & Grill
Tatum & 101 @Desert Ridge
 
 
 
As you can imagine we have a great time and learn from each other about blogging, marketing and you name it.   Be prepared to enjoy yourself … (8 comments)

networking and building business relationships: SURFS UP at the Scottsdale ActiveRain Meetup August 12, 2014 - 08/08/14 03:39 AM
SURFS UP at the Scottsdale ActiveRain Meetup August 12, 2014
 
ActiveRain Scottsdale Summer Meetup at the Beach!
 

 
Many people think  Scottdale is just a big desert but I'm here to say - check out our beach! The  surf waves are just behind that island......really they are!  The "BEACH" is where ActiveRainers love to meetup and exchange ideas and have a lot of fun! It's a laid back casual event. And..... I have a feeling Rob Clang has something up his sleeve to make it so much fun! Rob always does! Thanks Rob!
 
If you're new to ActiveRain … (4 comments)

networking and building business relationships: SURFS UP at the Phoenix ActiveRain Meetup August 12, 2014 - 08/08/14 03:12 AM
SURFS UP at the Phoenix ActiveRain Meetup August 12, 2014
 
ActiveRain Phoenix Summer at the Beach!
 

 
Many people think  Phoenix is just a big desert but I'm here to say - check out our beach! The  surf waves are just behind that island......really they are!  The "BEACH" is where ActiveRainers love to meetup and exchange ideas and have a lot of fun! It's a laid back casual event. And..... I have a feeling Rob Clang has something up his sleeve to make it so much fun! Rob always does! Thanks Rob!
 
If you're new to ActiveRain … (1 comments)

 
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