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Google+ ~ Just Scratching the Surface...

By TeamCHI - Complete Home Inspections, Inc.

Home Inspector with Complete Home Inspections, Inc. TN Lic#050

July 11, 2011 10:36 PM

Google+ ~ Just Scratching the Surface...
     Sometimes one just has to eat their words. When I was invited to Google+ by Craig Rutman and Craig Daniels, my first impression was, "Not That I'm Anti-Social" but here we go with another social media thing. Still yet another craze to consume time in an already jam packed work day.
   But being the techie I am, I made the choice to give it a shot. I have never been able to wrap my bird-sized brain around Twitter. Just don't get it. FaceBook is okay, but... Google+ I get. It seems to be a combination of the best of both. Due to time constraints, I have only begun to scratch the surface but I'm sure that some techies will be writing posts about the bells and whistles in the very near future.
     Kinda like Amway, it lets you draw circles but these are more productive. I like the way that I can name the circles, select who goes into the sphere of influence, create hang outs and integrate with other Google products. Now all they need is a "Thumbs Up" icon. FaceBook, will certainly get a run for it's money as once again, the mighty Google will show who's boss...

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Keith Gilkey

Re/Max Chesapeake - Elkton, MD

410-920-7214, Re/Max Chesapeake

Michael, Haven't heard of google plus. I will be taking a look at this. Thanks!

Jul 12, 2011 12:34 AM

Kristine Ginsberg

Elite Staging and Redesign, LLC - Short Hills, NJ

NJ Home Stager

Michael - I just regloged Debbie Gartner's post on Google +1 and it's benefits - she explains it in simple terms and I've already hopped on the bandwagon for this one because it's all about the Google Juice. Don't use Twitter, Slide and many others, but this one does warrant the small amount of effort - takes 2 minutes to set up. If you'll go to my web page - I'll go to yours - lol and give you a +....

Jul 12, 2011 12:34 AM

Norma J. Elkins

Elite Realty Group - Morristown, TN

Realtor - Elkins Home Selling Team

Thanks for sharing --- I like everything about Google --- just keep trying to learn more --- Have a great day!

Jul 12, 2011 12:38 AM

Rob Thomas

Prestige Homes of The Tri Cities, Inc. CALL....423-341-6954 - Bristol, TN

Bristol TN-VA & Tri Cities Agent, ABR, GRI, e-Pro

Good morning Michael...I will have to check it out.....Thanks for the tip!
Hope you have a great day! ---Rob

Go Vols!

Jul 12, 2011 12:44 AM

Roy Kelley

Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

Good morning, Michael. I hope you share more information on Google +. There seem to be many questions on privacy and ownership of posted information and photographs.

Blooming for you!

Jul 12, 2011 12:57 AM

Kristin Johnston - REALTOR®

RE/MAX Platinum - Waukesha, WI

Giving Back With Each Home Sold!

OH no, not another web site,social media site to spend time on! I hesitantly may check it out anyway :-)

Jul 12, 2011 02:32 AM

Don MacLean

New England Real Estate Center Inc. - Easton, MA

Realtor-Homes for Sale- Easton, Mass 02356

Eventually one company will come up with a platform for 1 item to be posted,commented,like, forwarded,shared,edited and so on

So far the rumors are all good ones.

Time will tell

Enjoy the day

Jul 12, 2011 02:38 AM

Nevin Williams

Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation - Cary, NC

Senior Mortgage Advisor

Hi Michael - I too am just getting started with Google + Man o man, more "stuff" to do!

Jul 12, 2011 03:46 AM

Carol Zingone

Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Florida Network Realty - Jacksonville Beach, FL

Global Realtor in Jax Beach, FL - ABR, CRS, CIPS

I have not yet checked it out, apparently, I was not worthy of an invite to the beta test....

Jul 12, 2011 05:10 AM

David Popoff

DMK Real Estate - Darien, CT

Realtor®,SRS, Green ~ Fairfield County, Ct

I have heard of the google+ but have not experienced it yet, luckily real estate is keeping me busy.

Jul 12, 2011 05:19 AM

Craig Rutman

Helping people in transition - Cary, NC

Raleigh, Cary, Apex area Realtor

I think we're all just scratcing the surface with this Google+ thing. But it definitely looks promising.

If anyone reading this needs a pretty good primer on how to get started with Google+ they can click here:

Getting Started with Google+

Jul 12, 2011 05:26 AM

Renée Donohue~Home Photography

Savvy Home Pix - Allegan, MI

Western Michigan Real Estate Photographer

I am there, I am hanging out. I will let other people spin their wheels and write posts about it so I can have my aha moment in the future!

Jul 12, 2011 11:48 AM

Carl Winters

Canyon Lake, TX

Here we go again. I gave up on Twitter, closed my account. Facebook is Ok but don't visit often. Linkedin is another OK. Now that I'm just after four years getting AR down here comes something else. I don't even have my QR Code Thingy yet.

Jul 12, 2011 12:05 PM

Cindy Marchant

Keller Williams Indy NE 317-290-7775 www.marchantteam.com - Carmel, IN

"Cindy in Indy" , Realtor, Fishers Real Estate

...so what circle did you put me in?? I am not sure I am a fan...now rather than "most read" and "all" on FB...I have to click on every circle to see what's happening...I am kind of addicted to FB myself...but that's just me...

Jul 12, 2011 01:08 PM

DeeDee Riley

Lyon Real Estate - El Dorado Hills CA - El Dorado Hills, CA

Realtor - El Dorado Hills & the Surrounding Areas

Michael,

I haven't had time to play with the newGoogle+ but you've motivated me. I'm so busy though.... hope I catch on quick!!!!

Jul 12, 2011 04:53 PM

Rebecca Gaujot, Realtor®

Lewisburg, WV

Lewisburg WV, the go to agent for all real estate

Michale, OK I need to go check this out, it does look interesting. I am going to check out the site Graig mentioned above.

Jul 12, 2011 05:53 PM

FN LN

Toronto, ON

Hi Michael - I am waiting for a Google + invite to come my way. I am starting to get interested in it.

Jul 12, 2011 05:55 PM

Chris Smith

Re/Max Chay Realty Inc., Brokerage - New Tecumseth, ON

South Simcoe, Caledon, King, Orangeville Real Esta

Michael, I was about to comment on your post, but got distracted by the above comment. I have noticed more people trying to proliferate scams and such through my blog... looks like amina desmond wants to send you some pictures ;-)

Jul 13, 2011 01:39 PM

Peter Schattenfield

Turning Point Estate Services LLC - Wilton, CT

Estate Dissolution and Preparation (203)388-8092 CT.

Michael, I will wait a few months to see if the system works for others. I'm no early adopter.

Jul 14, 2011 02:57 AM

Tammy Emineth

Personal SEO - Website SEO and Real Estate Marketing - Frenchtown, MT

Content Marketer, SEO Teacher, Website Fixer

Hey Michael, I would love to feature this in my Google PLUS Group, Great job!! I will be looking for you on +