Ever since joining ActiveRain, I've been amazed at the amount of great information and exciting content there is to read, enjoy, and learn from within it. It truly has become an online university which I attend daily.
The number of many and vari
ed professionals that take the time to write and share their ideas and innovations is endless. At any given time I can cherry-pick my "classes" for the day from a plethora of topics. I can pick-up tips on networking, relating to my customers better, new lending programs, referral techniques, technological wizardry, and much much more. I had obviously hoped that I would benefit from my time and membership on ActiveRain, but nothing prepared me for the avalanche of ideas, products, and suggestions that awaited me.
Beyond what is found directly on the AR site, I have found many nuggets of wisdom are to be gained just by researching the many additional sites and links provided by its members. I now know of other networking programs and their membership professionals from which I can gain even more. The dialogue and exchange of ideas with the contacts made possible through these wonderful inventions, (the computer and internet), have virtually opened up the world to me. The scope of the input and feedback that can be bounced back and forth between the members and attendees here is limitless and knows no boundaries. It's absolutely true ... online we all attend one big university!
The questions raised and conversations started as a result of my membership have taught me much. I have not only broadened my scope of information, but deepened my understanding of others
' experiences. Seeing things from the the eyes of another branch of the real estate industry has given me a whole new perspective on the entire sales process and how it all flows together. It definitely restores empathy for your fellow industry-related professionals.
The number of students and professors involved in this AR university continues to widen and grow and the additional possibilities for further education and growth that exist within it are staggering ... if everyone contributes and has continuing conversations with one another. I know that I plan on continuing my education through the benefits to be found and the ideas to be exchanged here for a long long time.
I hope everyone that takes part within ActiveRain continues to graciously share their ideas, suggestions, questions, and expertise with me either through their blog writing or direct contact. Even after 30 years within the real estate and mortgage industry, I know that I want and need to continue my education and better myself.
I look forward to hearing more from each of you at ActiveRain University!
Gene Mundt, Professional Mortgage Banker www.genemundt.com Chicago Bancorp
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