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2011 December Blogging Challenge--Over the Hump.....

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Real Estate Agent with Keller Williams Realty Boise Idaho SP20114

Just wanted to check in with everyone to see how they were doing....

We are now more than halfway through the challenge...

Has it been as easy as you had hoped? 

Or has it been harder?   

Making a concentrated effort to do some thing toward building our business every day seems like a no brainer at first glance....

But I know for me, I have realized that we can do business building activities....or we can simply do "activities" that fill the day but don't really do anything for our business!  

I know some have concerns for how folks are reporting your daily recaps.....I have heard that some think these are rather bland and are clogging up the system....

I would encourage you to read some of these posts...

Folks are really working on their business for 2012.....yes it may seem like a Twitter/Facebook entry....

BUT if you take the time to read these posts....you might just get an idea or two that may help you in your own business...

I know I have this year and last year I got way to many ideas to count up!  

This particular challenge has many facets....business building is the most important....and that may be with interesting blog posts....but it might be beyond blogging for business...

It is about goal setting and taking our business into 2012....some blogs will be dull...but quite honestly....there are some blogs out there that are not challenge related that are better than others....we have many different levels of bloggers here on Active Rain.  

I am just thrilled with the number of you that have decided to take the challenge....we have 292 who are a part of this challenge group....

That shows that many do want to head into January stronger than last year!!!  

I love that some of you have decided to take this challenge even further by offering advice and help to other Active Rainers..Have you seen Anna Banana's Business Planning Series???   If you are struggling with creating a business plan ...you owe it to yourself to check this out.   A step by step plan on creating a business plan!!!

That is truly why I love Active Rain....many helpers out there...if you have questions on how to do something...then there are folks who are ready to help out....via an email or a phone call!!!  How awesome is that?? 

Keep on doing what you are doing....I am proud of all of you who are taking this challenge during the busiest time of the year!!!   You Rock!!!! 

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Deborah Byron Leffler   SFR, PMN "The BZYBEE REALTOR"

Keller Williams Realty Boise

Serving All of Boise, Nampa, Meridian, Eagle, Caldwell, Marsing, Wilder, Homedale and Middleton

Deborah Byron Leffler BzyBee Real Estate Lady!
Keller Williams Realty Boise - Nampa, ID

Shannon....yeah....i do believe that staying focused on Real Estate now will help us all to be super busy in 2012!!!

Dec 18, 2011 03:35 AM
Eric Michael
Remerica Integrity, Realtors®, Northville, MI - Livonia, MI
Metro Detroit Real Estate Professional 734.564.1519

Half and half, actually. I find myself busier than ever this time of year: clients, working on stuff, new ideas, parties, etc. I wish I had more time to work on setting up next year, though I'm not complaining!

Dec 18, 2011 07:10 AM
Maria Morton
Platinum Realty - Kansas City, MO
Kansas City Real Estate 816-560-3758

Deborah, some days are easier than others. lol. Writing down what has been done each actually makes me realize how much I am doing so it's encouraging.

Dec 19, 2011 03:46 PM
Deborah Byron Leffler BzyBee Real Estate Lady!
Keller Williams Realty Boise - Nampa, ID

Eric....it is a challenging time for sure...and finding the balance can be rough!!!

Maria....so glad it is making it all come into perspective....we do a lot as Realtors!!

Dec 20, 2011 12:36 AM
Dale Baker
Baker Energy Audits and Commercial Properties Inspections - Claremont, NH
New Hampshire Relocation Real Estate Information

Howdy and morning Deborah

Deborah, I have not had a problem at all with doing the Challenge.

Marry Christmas to you and your family!


May each and everyday bring you and your family many blessings!

Have a good one
Dale in New Hampshire

Dec 21, 2011 04:30 PM
Marge Piwowarski
Phoenix AZ Horse Property - Phoenix, AZ
Phoenix AZ Horse Property, LLC

I can see how one person's plans for the next year might be boring.  I have learned a lot from other people's plans and this contest has brought a focus to my own plans I wouldn't have believed possible. 

I have looked at my tech stuff and made several upgrades NOW instead of waiting for the future or until I could better afford it or (fill in the blank with the excuse of the month). 

I am doing Anna's bussiness plan and together these are going to make my business better in the coming year. 

 

Dec 21, 2011 04:53 PM
Fred Carver Real Estate Consulant
Retired BC Realtor - Victoria, BC
Accredited Real Estate Consultant

Hi Deborah...you are right this is a Challenge....Gesh and Christmas is only 2 more sleeps. I have posted here but not sure I qualify for 5 a week, but I tried.

Thanks for giving us a push.

Merry Christmas-Fred Carver

Dec 22, 2011 03:52 AM
Deborah Byron Leffler BzyBee Real Estate Lady!
Keller Williams Realty Boise - Nampa, ID

Dale...so glad you are enjoying the challenge!!!  Merry Christmas!!

Marge...so glad this gave you the push you needed....I have also learned so much from others!!!   it is pretty neat!!  Merry Christmas!!

Fred....progress is what it is all about!!!!

 

 

 

Dec 22, 2011 07:39 AM
Anna "Banana" Kruchten
HomeSmart Real Estate - Phoenix, AZ
602-380-4886

Hi Deborah!  It's Dec 23rd and I hope you're enjoying your holiday!!!  I must admit it's been a challenge for me to keep up with between being in and out of town all month.  But so far it's been a blast working on the Business Planning for 2012 - BTW - thanks for the shout out!  I think quite a few folks are finding it helpful - and it's good for me too!

Merry Christmas :)

Dec 23, 2011 04:52 AM
Deborah Byron Leffler BzyBee Real Estate Lady!
Keller Williams Realty Boise - Nampa, ID

Anna..glad to give a well deserved shout out!!!  Keep up the great work...we are nearly there!

Dec 23, 2011 05:42 AM
Karen Crowson
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Rancho Bernardo, CA
Your Agent for Change

Deborah, it's been hard due to some personal challenges. Having my Dad in the hospital for the entire month and having my Mom stay with us has certainly impacted my time. 2011 though was a good year for me. I'm not as busy as I was this same time last year, but much of that ending up going no where. I have a couple of clients poised and ready to resume looking once the holidays are over. Hopefully there are others with that same mindset ;) Merry Christmas.

Dec 23, 2011 03:34 PM
Deborah Byron Leffler BzyBee Real Estate Lady!
Keller Williams Realty Boise - Nampa, ID

Karen.....I am so sorry for all you have gone through this month!  having a loved one in the hospital is never easy...I hope the clients are all ready to buy at the beginning of the year!!!  

Merrry Christmas!

Dec 24, 2011 02:09 AM
Kim & Kristine Halverson
Sotheby's & Knipe ERA - Bend, OR
Sisters, Realtors

It's been very helpful.  Our office was really empty this past week.  My instincts are to keep the business going especially with all the economic rumblings.  We feel very support from this group.  Also, have thought about business building each day as well as coming into the office.   I love it!  Thank you, Deborah!  Happy Holidays!!  Kristine :)

Dec 25, 2011 09:43 AM
Deborah Byron Leffler BzyBee Real Estate Lady!
Keller Williams Realty Boise - Nampa, ID

Merry Christmas Kristine....I am so glad that this challenge gave you the ooomph that you needed!   keep up the great work!!

Dec 26, 2011 12:58 AM
Kerry Lucasse
eXp Realty - Urban Nest Real Estate Group - Atlanta, GA
Your Urban Nest Atlanta Real Estate Consultant

Deborah, it honestly hasn't been as difficult as I initially expected it to be and I'm thrilled that I'm creating a new daily blogging habit.  Over the last 27 days, I've been able keep my focus on building my 2012 business, re-connect with several AR members that I'd lost touch with, get a very nice referral and also received two buyer leads.  Good stuff!

Thank you again for pulling us all together!

Dec 27, 2011 12:26 PM
Janis Borgueta
Newburgh, NY
Retired RE Salesperson

I have been learning and it has made sure that i make the effort for me to get going with all this posting of local things that i want to share in my area. I know that the more I do this the better I will get. This is the idea behind all of the work here, so I certainly should make the effort to get as much in as possible.

Great challenge!

Dec 27, 2011 04:06 PM
Joetta Fort
The DiGiorgio Group - Arvada, CO
Independent Broker, Homes Denver to Boulder

Almost done now!  Some days I hated this challenge, but overall it's been good. I probably would have taken off a lot more time without entering it. I have gotten going on a couple things I've been meaning to do for a long time, and took a risk on a new idea, due to having the mindset of doing SOMETHING every day to generate business.  I think that's a good thing.

And anyone who thinks these posts are 'clogging up' the 'system' don't understand much about the internet, IMO.

Dec 28, 2011 09:05 AM
Deborah Byron Leffler BzyBee Real Estate Lady!
Keller Williams Realty Boise - Nampa, ID

Joettta...well said...I do think many of us have gotten much done that we might not have other wise....and I don't think we really are clogging up the system...I have learned from many of the posts and gotten some great ideas!!!   Glad you have enjoyed the challenge!

Dec 28, 2011 11:41 AM
Sandy Acevedo
951-290-8588 - Chino Hills, CA
RE/MAX Masters, Inland Empire Homes for Sale

Hi Deborah, I think this was a great idea. It has actually been an accountability blog for me. I actually have to make sure I'm doing something for 2012, and it has not been easy because I usually kick back this time of the year. Thanks for the kick in the pants.

Dec 29, 2011 06:01 AM
Deborah Byron Leffler BzyBee Real Estate Lady!
Keller Williams Realty Boise - Nampa, ID

Sandy....so glad that this has been good for you!!   last year it really helped me out!!!

Dec 29, 2011 07:26 AM