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ActiveRain, A Network Of Possibilities

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ActiveRain, A Network Of Possibilities

ActiveRain, A Network of Possibilities

For those of that have been active in the ActiveRain network, we have come to know ActiveRain as a place of possibilities. Those possibilities are refreshed and enhanced daily by the leaderboards and here are some possibilities that maybe you hadn't realized. 

How about friendship-that is an easy one. Not just any old casual friendship like being acquainted with each other, I am talking here about the possibility of meeting and building on your best friendships. The ones that are going to last a lifetime. 

Another possibility is learning the Do's and Don't of Social media. So you signed up with Twitter and Facebook and are adding friends with regularity. How about positioning yourself with consumers in viable relationships where these consumers could seek you out as their real estate professional. RainCamp teaches you to how to optimize the basics and help create business and social success. It remains a possibility until you take some specific action to attend. And there is the ActiveRain University with daily classes on every type of subject you could imagine. Perhaps it would also be possible ( maybe even advisable) to attend at least once a week.

We all share our trials, tribulations, ideas and opinions here in the Rain. But how about the many resources and tutorials that can make a real difference in your business life. You have the  possibility of learning more in the Rain than you could from a masters degree in real estate. It is all here for you if you will seek it out. Chances are good that someone here in the Rain figured out the solution long before we even had the problem. Seek them out. 

You get all sorts of marketing ideas by just observing what others do. But with certain members whose skill is clearly demonstrated, you can master the Art Of Marketing of You in ways you may never even dreamed of. You simply have to make their posts a priority for regular visits.

We all subscribe to many members posts that are true specialists in their area. Had you ever considered the possibility that the information that they provide could actually benefit your local consumers. Do you suppose people travel? Had you considered what a terrific service it would be to refer them to these posts when you know they are traveling to that city or community. Many people tend to travel to destinations where they already know someone. It could even be another way to tap to into the referral market. 

Speaking of referrals, here in the rain you can designate someone as an Associate. Presumably to refer business should anyone be going in that direction. But have you considered the possibility that you market to these associates every few months, as they may be having some business that could be coming your way. Thats how you build and work a network. 

The majority of ActiveRain members are in residential real estate. But had you ever thought that you might want to expand your horizons to other specialties or even specific type of niche markets in real estate. Using the ActiveRain search feature, you have but to make those searches to find the skilled the practitioners or specialists that could possibly become your mentor for expanding your horizons. See the possibilities.

There are all sorts of user groups to join here in the Rain. When you write posts you joined groups to share them with. But had you ever considered the possibility that many of the founders and distinctive members of these groups are actually expert and you could have the ability of tapping into their resources if you would only think to seek them out and invite them to help you.

These are but just a few of the possibilities afforded to you by optimizing your efforts to be the best that you can be. Not only at blogging or real estate or using the social media, but in building those life long friendships and sharing the abundant resources that are here for you no matter your particular interest. 

We all know our ActiveRain network is awesome but there is so much more if you will only seek it out. The possibilities seem endless.

 

 

 

 

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Comments(47)

Keith Gilkey
Re/Max Chesapeake - Elkton, MD
410-920-7214, Re/Max Chesapeake

William, Great post! Agree with everything AR is a great place. Thanks!

Jun 15, 2011 01:10 AM
Harry F. D'Elia III
WEDO Real Estate and Beyond, LLC - Phoenix, AZ
Investor , Mentor, GRI, Radio, CIPS, REOs, ABR

You get what you put into the Rain. Possibilities are endless

Jun 15, 2011 02:13 AM
Virginia Dean
Keller Williams Tulare County - Visalia, CA
Real Estate Done Your Way

Awesome is the word of the day, awesome post, awesome summary, awesome AR

I am a newbie and can't even explain how much I have learned in these past few months.

I keep on hearing from busy agents in my office, that they don't have the time for AR.

I must find the time everyday, my "edumacation" depends on it.

Jun 15, 2011 02:16 AM
Richie Alan Naggar
people first...then business Ran Right Realty - Riverside, CA
agent & author

I have said it many times and it bears repeating...ACTIVERAIN is ACTIVEGAIN.....and can lead to even ACTIVEFAME...$$$

Jun 15, 2011 02:50 AM
Karen Kruschka
RE/MAX Executives - Woodbridge, VA
- "My Experience Isn't Expensive - It's PRICELESS"

William  It certainly is a well deserved feature - congratulations

Jun 15, 2011 03:18 AM
Deborah "Dee Dee" Garvin
C2 Financial - San Diego, CA
C2 Financial

William,  I remain impreesed by the community and the contributions of the membership.  It has been a great experience thus far and I look forward to more!  Wonderfully written prose.

Jun 15, 2011 03:46 AM
Jerry Newman
Brown Realty, 210-789-4216, - San Antonio, TX
Texas REALTOR, San Antonio Military Relocation

Hi William, I am very glad that I joined Active Rain when I did back in January this year. It has certainly exceeded all of my expectations and more. It is a vast network of unlimited opportunities.

Jun 15, 2011 04:11 AM
Bryan Robertson
Los Altos, CA

Great outline of what we get and can do with Activerain.  I especially like the point you make about reaching out to associates.  I do that quite a bit and find it to be a good way to build a network of people to refer business to.

Jun 15, 2011 05:56 AM
Robert Bob Gilbert
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Anderson Properties - Katy, TX
Your Katy TX ( West of Houston) Real Estate Expert

Many resources at AR to chose from.. Not enough time in my case to take advantage of these resources. Thanks for the excellent blog about the RAIN!!!

Jun 15, 2011 06:54 AM
Myrl Jeffcoat
Sacramento, CA
Greater Sacramento Realtor - Retired

The collective tribal knowledge that emanates from the ActiveRain community is invaluable.  The mutual camaraderie among the members is a treasure too:-)

Jun 15, 2011 02:46 PM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400
HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400 - Pikesville, MD
Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome

Another well deserved featured post. There is an abundance of good stuff on AR. Each and every day, I have the opportunity to  learn from or connect with special  members.

Margaret

Jun 15, 2011 03:35 PM
Tammie White, Broker
Franklin Homes Realty LLC - Franklin, TN
Franklin TN Homes for Sale

This is so true. I am getting much more from this venue than I expected.

Jun 15, 2011 04:21 PM
Christine Donovan
Donovan Blatt Realty - Costa Mesa, CA
Broker/Attorney 714-319-9751 DRE01267479 - Costa M

William - I'm not sure it's just that the possibilities seem endless; I think they just may be.  I do feel like I've picked up a masters in real estate just by being in the Rain the last 3 years.

Jun 15, 2011 07:14 PM
Missy Caulk
Missy Caulk TEAM - Ann Arbor, MI
Savvy Realtor - Ann Arbor Real Estate

Awesome, as I learn so much here from agents, inspectors, lenders, stagers all across the Nation and Canada.

 

Jun 16, 2011 01:49 AM
Sharon Alters
Coldwell Banker Vanguard Realty - 904-673-2308 - Fleming Island, FL
Realtor - Homes for Sale Fleming Island FL

Had you considered what a terrific service it would be to refer them to these posts when you know they are traveling to that city or community.

William, this idea alone is just brilliant!

I don't know where my business would be if I hadn't found Active Rain. The measure of what I have learned here and the friendships is priceless, and you have mentioned some great new possibilities to expand it even more!

Sharon

Jun 16, 2011 02:13 AM
Carl Winters
Canyon Lake, TX

When we first joined Active Rain back in 2007 we had no earthly way of knowing how much this would become part of our daily routine. We all have our Circle of Friends but need not forget to reach out to new folks to keep our circle going.

Great Post!

Carl Winters, Canyon Lake Texas (AR member since 2007)

 

Jun 16, 2011 02:26 AM
Caroline DeVore, Stowe Vermont Lodging, VT Bed and Breakfast Inn, Vacation Homes
Stowe Meadows Lodge, Stowe VT Romantic and Luxurious Inn - Stowe, VT
Caroline DeVore | Stowe Meadows Lodge, Stowe VT

Great post William.  I have really gotten exponentially more out of AR than I expected.  Thank you for the terrific suggestions and the reminders that there are always more ways to grow personally and professionally in the rain.

Jun 16, 2011 03:51 PM
Jon Zolsky, Daytona Beach, FL
Daytona Condo Realty, 386-405-4408 - Daytona Beach, FL
Buy Daytona condos for heavenly good prices

William,

It al goes in cycles. First we fell in love and learned to expand, and you are showing it in your blog. Then we start learning limitations and looking beyond any system.

Or they are happening at the same time.

Jun 16, 2011 04:52 PM
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

Outstanding post.  Thanks for sharing your thoughts. Have an outstanding weekend and be sure to have your camera in hand for those special moments.

 Blooming for you!

Jun 16, 2011 11:15 PM
William Johnson
Retired - La Jolla, CA
Retired
Thank you all for your wonderful comments.
Jun 17, 2011 02:59 AM