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Don't Let the Board Dash On By!

By
Real Estate Broker/Owner with Brooks Prime Properties Wichita Falls Texas

Ever feel as if you're missing something? You probably are!

Dashboard

I think we're missing a lot by not going one step further than the dashboard. There are features beyond that one page!

What's the point of the DASHBOARD?

The DASHBOARD.

Up front and suppose to be seen. 





Attention getter, the front cover of the book, the tuxedo or gown of the ball.

 

 

 

If you're like me you may only get to the site once or twice in a very busy day. If you are running 100 miles an hours there are options!Catch the features

First of all, check in on all favorites and then proceed to the dashboard to read the features.

Read and comment on the posts that interest you!

I just realized I need to go one step further! 

The reason they call it the dashboard is because some of the good ones (in this case, posts) just dash on by!

We are likely to miss valuable and useful posts with lots of good reading unless we check and double check.

We may never get a chance at reading them again.

HOW TO OVERCOME THIS DILEMMA.

Schedule of success....

1. Wake Up....check the Features.

2. Turn on coffee, go to restroom...check the Features.

3. Brush teeth, groom, get dressed, check the Features.

4. Make bed, tidy up, gather work for the day, go to office...but first check the Features.

5. Enter office, sit down (or not) and check the Features.

6. Leave computer screen on ActiveRain and refresh at least once every other hour...

or....

You could use the CLICK OPTION we all seem to overlook and click on More Featured posts...


There they are. Days and days and days of featured posts that just dashed on by without being seen or being read by YOU.

So, if you are away for very long be sure and check the More Featured posts... and scroll your way into Featured land.

Easy as a dash of salt! Remember if you spill your dash of salt pick up some salt and toss it over your left shoulder...this is a sure fire way to remain lucky enough to catch all the great reading!

Enjoy and never miss the best!

Later in the rain~Deb

Comments (9)

Kathy Schowe
California Lifestyle Realty - La Quinta, CA
La Quinta, California 760-333-8886

Thanks Deb... I check in on featured and then my subscribers, and then try to comment on some random posts--- love the rain!  Kathy

Aug 22, 2011 05:27 PM
David Shamansky
US Mortgages - David Shamansky - Highlands Ranch, CO
Creative, Aggressive & 560 FICO - OK, Colorado Mtg

Yeah I try to hit features at end of day but if we only look at features then how will one ever get featured?

I also like to comment on posts I really like or think stand out but if I am out of time or patience I agree featured posts are typically a great read and packed with good content

Aug 22, 2011 05:27 PM
Deb Brooks
Brooks Prime Properties Wichita Falls Texas - Wichita Falls, TX

Kathy, yes ma'am it's always good to jump around. I always visit my faves including yours. I do like to scroll the features I missed though. I like the great reading all over this place!

Larry, me too. Although I will miss a day or two of Features sometimes. It always helps me to hit the next, next and next button to see if there are any special ones I've misse. I never miss yours! At least I try not to.

Deb

Aug 22, 2011 05:32 PM
Steve Stenros
Poway,La Jolla,Del Mar,Mira Mesa,Carlsbad,Escondido,Temecula - San Diego, CA
CREIA MCI, ICC, ACI Home Inspector,San Diego

Yes, Deb, the featured posts are great to browse through. You also have the option of selecting "Today", "This Week", or "All".

Aug 22, 2011 06:10 PM
Deb Brooks
Brooks Prime Properties Wichita Falls Texas - Wichita Falls, TX

Good point Steve! I like to catch them all but there is no possible way without sitting on our computers 24/7. Thanks for the reminder of categories! Have a great night.

Deb

Aug 22, 2011 06:13 PM
Marco Giancola
Beachfront Realty - Miami Beach, FL
Realtor (305)608-1922, Miami Beach Florida

Hi Deb -just learned something new glad I checked in with you! Now I'll check in on the dashboard:)

Aug 23, 2011 12:37 AM
Rebecca Gaujot, Realtor®
Lewisburg, WV
Lewisburg WV, the go to agent for all real estate

Deb, good reminder for view the featured posts...when I have the time I do this; perhaps like you mentioned I should get in the habit of viewing these daily.

Aug 23, 2011 12:44 AM
Craig Rutman
Helping people in transition - Cary, NC
Raleigh, Cary, Apex area Realtor

Truly great advice for both newbies and seasoned veterans alike here in the Rain, Deb. Well done my friend!

Aug 23, 2011 05:06 AM
Kerrie La Guardia
ActiveRain, Community Manager - Kirkland, WA
Let it Rain!

Great tip...on the button AND the salt!  :)

Aug 23, 2011 05:12 AM