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Make Blogging Part of Your 2012 Business Plan

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Home Stager with Elite Staging and Redesign, LLC

 Make Blogging Part of Your 2012 Business Plan

I’ve read many comments and posts that talk about spending too much time on Active Rain – mostly tongue and cheek, but they say “in all jest lies some truth.”

At times I too have felt guilty because of the time I spend on Active Rain. That was until I realized that blogging regularly, if not daily is what puts my web-page at the top of page 1 on Google. For me, it’s been the best (ROI) return on investment for my time & money. I’ve received staging jobs, referrals, not to mention more than my fair share of the oh so coveted Google Juice.  

The networking aspect of blogging is a bonus and the friendships you make on Active Rain are amazing and like no other network. It builds relationships which in and of itself is gratifying and lends itself to referrals – you never know where business is going to come from.

Incorporate blogging into your business plan and set aside time each day to blog. Like anything else it becomes a habit.

 As 2011 ended I reevaluated where I was spending my marketing money wisely and where I was wasting my time. I left an organization that cost a pretty penny and wasn’t yielding anything in return. I was wasting my time and money, not something I plan on doing in 2012.

Lastly, blogging, networking and building relationships and subscribers on Active Rain takes time like anything else. Everyone starts at the same place so hang in there and just blog – it will happen!  

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Comments (63)

Anonymous
Bob Marshall

A very good idea.  Those of us who are new to the profession need to get out and start responding to blogs daily, and start writing our own.  And additionally, the research to write the blog helps increase our knowledge.

Jan 09, 2012 07:28 AM
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Kristine Ginsberg
Elite Staging and Redesign, LLC - Short Hills, NJ
NJ Home Stager

Michael - yes it will, just keep at it and incorporate it into your day as part of your marketing strategy!

Larry & Sheila - great point! Some just don't wait long enough to see the power of blogging!

Keith - Google does love it and we love Google!

Debb - I'm so glad you're going to continue to blog because you are so good at it - you're a natural. Besides, I'd miss you so much if you left - I'd have to call you once a week - lol!

Mary - it's been better for me than any other networks I've used including BNI which cost a lot more a year!

Don - If you add it to your day, every day it become a habit and you become much quicker at it. It's worth it!

Ellen - thank you and no pressure, but I can't wait to see your next Whale Tale!

Martha - that's great news - best of luck!

Sharon - right? Faster than anything else I've tried!

Craig - "Blog long and prosper" - I like it! But, no I'm still not a Star Trek geek - lol!

Dorie - thank you and at least it made the Daily Drop!

Jan 09, 2012 08:38 AM
Kate Akerly
Kaminsky Group - Manhattan Beach, CA
Manhattan Beach Residential Sales

It's always a good time to reevaluate businesses expenses in the new year.  I haven't found AR to be instrumental in bringing in clients, but it's had a huge impact on my business nontheless.

Jan 09, 2012 09:07 AM
Lyn Sims
Schaumburg, IL
Real Estate Broker Retired

Can't beat page 1. Keep em coming in 2012.

Jan 09, 2012 11:42 AM
Winston Heverly
Coldwell Banker Access Realty - South Macon, GA
GRI, ABR, SFR, CDPE, CIAS, PA

To either spend time watching TV or reading Facebook comments, you might was spend it here, so i agree with you Kristine.

Jan 09, 2012 11:44 AM
Tom Larsen
The Larsen Protection Team - Williamsville, NY
We Shop, You Save!

I think it is an ALL IN or NOT IN type of thing. You must be consistent and stay with it or it will not work.

Jan 09, 2012 11:48 AM
June Tassillo
Owner/Broker RE/MAX Elite Realty - Franklin, NC
Let me help you with the next phase of your life!

Kristine ~  Perfect timing for me because I am making the effort to get back at it.  I had such a busy year and the last six months taking care of the husband being sick.  I got out of the habit.  I have received so much from Active Rain since I have been here.  I have seen you soar like an Eagle on here.  Your very good at what you do and it shows!

Jan 09, 2012 01:58 PM
Sylvie Stuart
Realty One Group Mountain Desert 928-600-2765 - Flagstaff, AZ
Home Buying, Home Selling and Investment - Flagsta
I have gotten into the habit of blogging everyday when I get up and commenting on blogs, and it's been a great investment of my time. I learn a ton of valuable information, I make connections and help my websites rankings.
Jan 09, 2012 11:59 PM
Diana Roca
Century 21 Camelot Realty Inc. - Cape Canaveral, FL

I was always wanted to blog. Always that I had something interesting to state. I just joined ActiveRain and done my first 2 blogs and I love it. My goal is to write a blog everyday and read other blogs to learn from them. I is going to be a great 2012.

Jan 10, 2012 03:29 AM
Bob Miller
Keller Williams Cornerstone Realty - Ocala, FL
The Ocala Dream Team

Hi Kristine, thanks for the great post.  It gave me encouragement to work harder on my blogging.

Jan 10, 2012 12:06 PM
Fred Carver Real Estate Consulant
Retired BC Realtor - Victoria, BC
Accredited Real Estate Consultant

Hi Kristine...I suggested you, but probably to late, I'll be blogging as part of my 2012 Business Plan too and Like Michael says more Videos.

Great post!

Jan 11, 2012 03:29 PM
Mary Macy
Top Agents Atlanta Metro - Roswell, GA
Top Agents Atlanta Metro

Nice Post, thanks for your leadership, I enjoy your blog!!!  Suggested!!

Jan 11, 2012 03:38 PM
Jerry Newman
Brown Realty, 210-789-4216, - San Antonio, TX
Texas REALTOR, San Antonio Military Relocation

Hi Kristine, I was shocked that this was not Featured already, but I just hit that S button too, since I agree with you 100 percent. Truth be known, I spend more time than I should blogging, reading, commenting, and networking in the Rain. But, the rewards are awesome. I am working on improving the content this year.

Jan 11, 2012 03:59 PM
Cathy Criado
Criado Realty - San Antonio, TX
Making Real Estate Profitable

And it isn't featured yet?  Funny how that works. Very well said my friend. I found you on our friend Kathy Schowe's blog. Have a great night!!!

BTW - I got a call today from the internet for a potential new client, an investor. We'll see.

Jan 11, 2012 03:59 PM
Pacita Dimacali
Alain Pinel - Oakland, CA
Alameda/Contra Costa Counties CA

Echoing the same question: why isn't this featured? Granted this is not a new subject, nonetheless, it bears reinforcing. Suggested as welll.

Yes, blogging is an important tool in our marketing toolbox. Gotta do it for all the reasons you mentioned: generating leads as well as generating friends

Cheers!

Jan 11, 2012 05:08 PM
Andre R. Aragon
Greater Tampa Real Estate Photographer - Tampa, FL
Real Estate Photographer

Hi Kristine, I caught this on a re-blog. I love the layout and the message. I've dropped and few time wasters and money takers over the past few months to plan for 2012. AR will be a part of my Spring / Summer budget.

Thanks!

 

Jan 11, 2012 10:34 PM
Cheryl Ritchie
RE/MAX Leading Edge www.GoldenResults.com - Huntingtown, MD
Southern Maryland 301-980-7566
I found you from a reblog on this one! The front page consistency means time is very well spent for daily blogging.
Jan 11, 2012 10:59 PM
Praful Thakkar
LAER Realty Partners - Andover, MA
Andover, MA: Andover Luxury Homes For Sale

I have seen the difference after I started blogging here on ActiveRain - and I'd say, it's a no-brainer...well, for some of us at ActiveRain - can't say the same for those who still struggle with blogging and very appropriate for them to make blogging as a part of their business plan.

Jan 12, 2012 02:30 PM
Jerry Newman
Brown Realty, 210-789-4216, - San Antonio, TX
Texas REALTOR, San Antonio Military Relocation

Hi Kristine, You are Now Featured in Introducing Newbies Group!

Featured in Introducing Newbies in Active Rain

Jan 13, 2012 05:49 AM
Carol Faaland-Kronmaier
Weichert, Realtors; Hillsborough - Hillsborough, NJ
PhD, e-PRO, Manville, Hillsborough, Somerset NJ

Kristine, You are correct.  I had to adjust my plan because I was not getting as much out of my Active Rain experience when I didn't schedule myself enough time to comment and respond. Blogging is important, but so is this community!

Jul 07, 2012 09:22 PM