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YouTube Thursday - 12/1/11 - Inspiration from Newbie Vbloggers

By
Industry Observer with Nature As Neighbors

Don't get left behind - YouTube and videos are important tools in your marketing efforts. Recent statistics indicate that only 8% of Realtors are using video. I think we'd all agree, even fewer than that are doing it well.

 "That means you have a huge opportunity to get ahead of the curve. Start honing your video production skills, build your library and organize your YouTube channel."


What's the big deal about YouTube channels and video? 73% of homeowners say they're more likely to list with an agent who does videos than one who doesn't. Want to connect with prospective clients? Create entertaining community videos.

"If you haven't already joined our YouTube Thursdays group, please join today. Press the icon - it's that easy. Let's learn, share and have fun with our video marketing efforts."

YouTube Thursdays

YouTube Thursday returns this week with the spotlight on Newbie VBloggers. Hopefully, these three Rainers will inspire you to quit making excuses. They did it , and now they're working on their skills, building their libraries and branding their YouTube Channels.

"I hope they give you some good ideas and inspiration."


Mimi Foster is a my friend from Colorado Springs - she is serious about doing a good job and I think she has a very artistic eye and ear for video production. She recognizes that videos have to be entertaining to get people to watch them. Please subscribe.


Cathy Bureau is my Green friend, as in a fellow EcoBroker. She too has jumped into video production. She tends to do that with all things - it's one of her many good qualities. This was her entry into the Video Elevator Speech contest. Please subscribe.

Last, but not least, my friend from across the river Todd Clark. Todd has a broadcasting background ( something we share) and I can hardly wait until he adds narration to his videos. This is a video of a trip to the Oregon Coast - and a visit with an Octopus.
Please subscribe.

 Examples of my videos appear along the sidebar of my blog. I'd also a appreciate a visit to my YouTube channel - if you like what you see, please subscribe.

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Debb Janes  Bernie Stea
Brokers/REALTORS®
Call or Text 360-608-4900

We help buyers and sellers in Camas, Washougal, Brush Prairie/Hockinson, Salmon Creek, Felida, and other Vancouver, Washington Areas. 


We bring our passion for nature and beautiful environments to Real Estate. Multigenerational and family estates, country land and homes, and small farmsteads are our speciality.


We agree with our clients, "The true luxury of rural living is having elbowroom for the soul.

 

Comments(24)

Ralph Janisch ABR CRS Broker
Janisch & Co. - Conroe, TX
Selling Northwest Houston to good people like you!

Debb, Thanks for the good examples of how to do/use video.  I'm just really starting the process of trying to figure out how to make videos.  Made a really bad one of someone else.  Now I have to figure out how to do it for myself. 

Dec 01, 2011 03:18 AM
Todd Clark - Retired
eXp Realty LLC - Tigard, OR
Principle Broker Oregon

I've ordered my wireless microphone, so you should be seeing some more soon! (with Naration) 

 

Dec 01, 2011 03:46 AM
marti garaughty
garaughty.com - Montreal, QC
a highly caffeinated creative type...

garaughty, abstract art, graphic design, WordPress consultant, marketing, branding

Dec 01, 2011 04:37 AM
Mimi Foster
Falcon Property Company - Colorado Springs, CO
Voted Colorado Springs Best Realtor

Thanks, Debb!  I love watching that and seeing my little Liam :)))  And should we mention to Todd that the sign says PLEASE DO NOT TOUCH   ;)  Have a great day!  You are an inspiration

Dec 01, 2011 05:36 AM
Lisa Dunham
Alexandria, VA
Associate Broker, Alexandria Virginia Real Estate

Debb, thanks for posting such great video examples.  I am now reading all the information I have bookmarked about videos and hope to post one soon.

Dec 01, 2011 06:39 AM
Marge Piwowarski
Phoenix AZ Horse Property - Phoenix, AZ
Phoenix AZ Horse Property, LLC

Debb, You are such an inspiration, I ordered a video camera today.  Mine has been non-functional for a while and your example makes me want to go do videos also.  Here I come.....

Dec 01, 2011 06:47 AM
Gary Woltal
Keller Williams Realty - Flower Mound, TX
Assoc. Broker Realtor SFR Dallas Ft. Worth

Pumpkin farms, GREEN, and that darn octopus was wild Debb. I love your selection of videos and you are such an ambassador for incorporating them. Thanks.

Dec 01, 2011 07:05 AM
Robert Bob Gilbert
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Anderson Properties - Katy, TX
Your Katy TX ( West of Houston) Real Estate Expert

Debb,

Good blog to encourage those who are not mmebrs to think twice about learning to do video. I did not know only 8% of Realtors use video. Great opportunity to make one stand out from the est of the crowd. Gosh all I need is many hours and I will have it licked.

As always exellent videos.

Dec 01, 2011 07:23 AM
Debb Janes
Nature As Neighbors - Camas, WA
Put My Love of Nature At Work for You

Adrian - how kind of you. Remember, anytime you want any help, I'm here to offer my 2cents or help you learn from my mistakes. ;)

That's great Richard. Todd is just getting started, but I know he'll have a real advantage - I will remind him of your excellent Tips for Real Estate Videos. And yes, the talent pool continues to grow - and so do  the skill sets. Thanks for supporting all of our video marketing efforts.

Dec 01, 2011 08:17 AM
Debb Janes
Nature As Neighbors - Camas, WA
Put My Love of Nature At Work for You

Anita - you're more than welcome. I like that  you're using videos for those dull market reports...not so dull now!

Hi Q-man - I know it's a busy time of the year, but let's add video to your 2012 marketing plan. Deal?

Dec 01, 2011 09:04 AM
Debb Janes
Nature As Neighbors - Camas, WA
Put My Love of Nature At Work for You

Jeanne and Ralph - be sure to use Vbloggers and YouTube Thursdays as a resource...there are many great tutorials on how to do the basics. :)


Todd- looking forward to it - I predict a video junkie is in the making...:)

 

Marti - as always, I am honored when you feel I've done something worthwhile. :) :) You made my day.

Dec 01, 2011 10:19 AM
Debb Janes
Nature As Neighbors - Camas, WA
Put My Love of Nature At Work for You

Mimi girl - hope you're having a good week. Liam is one of this year's most popular boys names...made the top five. I have a nephew named Liam. Cute. cute.

Dec 01, 2011 11:02 AM
marti garaughty
garaughty.com - Montreal, QC
a highly caffeinated creative type...

Debb... you stuff is more than worthwhile, I just want to make sure as many people see it as possible. ;-)  I appreciate that you always add top notch content to our group. Thx!!!

Dec 01, 2011 11:40 AM
Jerry Newman
Brown Realty, 210-789-4216, - San Antonio, TX
Texas REALTOR, San Antonio Military Relocation

Hi Debb, I am a Newbie Video Blogger too. I look forward to these weekly subscribers you have here. I am following everyone you recommended. I have a busy weekend already planned for making more videos.

Dec 01, 2011 12:29 PM
Debb Janes
Nature As Neighbors - Camas, WA
Put My Love of Nature At Work for You

Aw Marti - merci beaucoup.

Hi Jerry, yes you are - and as soon as you get some more of those videos in your library, I'll be featuring you.

Dec 02, 2011 01:23 AM
Cathy Criado
Criado Realty - San Antonio, TX
Making Real Estate Profitable

Woohooo I love being featured, it makes it all seem worthwhile!  I do like to jump in and have fun. Have a great weekend!!

Dec 03, 2011 02:51 PM
Andrew Mooers | 207.532.6573
MOOERS REALTY - Houlton, ME
Northern Maine Real Estate-Aroostook County Broker

Of the 8 percent it would be interesting to know how many are really slide shows. How many use natural sound of the agent at the property and not just music bed, filler. And how many only have two videos total but play it off as "we've been doing them for years, sure we're in to video in a big way".  Spin and buzz happen with video too. Great post and your past broadcasting experience coming in pretty handy with the exciting media huh?

Dec 05, 2011 03:53 AM
Debb Janes
Nature As Neighbors - Camas, WA
Put My Love of Nature At Work for You

Cathy - I know you are a good jumper!

Andy - that would be interesting to see the actual stats. Thanks for the visit and thoughtful comment. ( You know we both appreciate that broadcasting background for this venue) :)

Dec 05, 2011 07:32 AM
Susan Harding, HomeStar Video Tours
Portland, OR
Showcasing You and Your Listings, 855-579-6284

Debb... Great to see your video examples here!!  You and the others embracing video know that it's not just about selling listings, but also making yourself stand out from the rest of the pack and creating your own unique brand.  Awesome!

Dec 05, 2011 05:33 PM
Carol Barron Cross
SUNFLOWER HOMES & EQUESTRIAN LLC - Palm City, FL
Sunflower Homes & Equestrian LLC

GREAT JOB. Thank you for sharing. Love your ideas of promotion.

Dec 05, 2011 10:27 PM