No really,  65 Counties with one single post on Active Rain -  Hows that for impressive statistics

Thank you Active Rain for this wonderful forum that allowed me to be featured...

Yes featured on the front page of Re/Max Mainstreet.     That is the International Re/Max website that services over 116,000 agents in over 65 Countries.

My post on Photos with Santa (Memories and Impressions - Priceless !!!!) was Not only were they read by all of you, the locals here in Robbinsville, but Re/Max International.

I received an email about 2 weeks ago from Re/Max International asking for details on the event.   It was then that I learned that they read about it on Active Rain!!!   How Cool is that.   

Thanks again everyone for your continued support I truly appreciate it!!!   Now remember "big brother" IS watching YOU.   Always be on your best behavior.   You never know who's reading.     

 

 

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Here's the Article as it appears as the HEADLINE on the Re/Max.net Page!!!!!

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Associates Use Holidays to Network, Market, Spread Cheer

IN THE SPIRIT: Desiree Daniels (top right) and her team make sure they have a moment with Santa at a holiday open house Daniels hosted for 500 people at her home.
With the holidays just around the corner, RE/MAX Associates have found fun and creative ways to incorporate the spirit of the season into their marketing efforts.

From handing out holiday goody bags to an open house Christmas party complete with Santa and a photographer, Associates are getting their names out and sharing the goodwill around their neighborhoods.

Take Desiree Danielsof RE/MAX Tri County in Hamilton Square, N.J. Daniels hosted a party attended by more than 500 people at her home. Children sat on Santa Claus's lap to tell him what they wanted for Christmas while a photographer captured the magic.

Daniels, who has hosted the party for two years, says it's the best money she's ever spent on self-promotion.

"I never had to hard-sell myself and what I did for a living," Daniels (ABR) says. "The chatter seemed to unfold on its own. This was bigger than I imagined. It was great personal promotion, but the memories and the impressions I made on the parents, my team and the children were priceless."

If you can't orchestrate a large-scale event like this, no worries - other Associates have you covered. Here are some of their suggestions to spread holiday cheer - and market your business:

 

 

97 Comments on I reached 65 Countries with ONE post on Active Rain - Impressive statistics don't you think?

Desiree, how cool is that? Yup, we never know who's reading our blog posts or comments. Great news, huh? 

12/09/2007 04:10 PM by Mesa, Arizona Real Estate *** Teri Ellis, Broker, ABR,CRS,GRI,ePRO,MRE (Homes Arizona Real Estate LLC)


Desiree..... this is awesome and you deserve it for all of your hard work and efforts within the community. But a quick question, is that countries or counties?  ;o)

jeff belonger

12/09/2007 04:11 PM by Jeff Belonger -- The FHA Expert.com -- FHA Loans -- FHA mortgages -- Mortgages (Infinity Home Mortgage Company, Inc)


Teri - I was so excited to be contacted by Re/Max about the event but I never guessed it would be the headliner!!!!  Thanks for the comment and support

12/09/2007 04:14 PM by Desiree Daniels New Jersey Real Estate (609) 448-2222 (RE/MAX Tri County)


Jeff - It is definitely COUNTRIES as in world wide as in plant earth.   Pretty cool huh <grin>

12/09/2007 04:15 PM by Desiree Daniels New Jersey Real Estate (609) 448-2222 (RE/MAX Tri County)


 Congratulations Desiree! The AR and RE/MAX are a powerful combination. I'm sure the exposure will pay off for you down the road!

Colleen "Fish"

www.ColleenFish.com    www.MapleValleyRealEstate.com

Serving Seattle & South King County for 18 years!

12/09/2007 04:16 PM by Maple Valley WA Broker/Owner Colleen Fischesser 425-432-5400 (RE/MAX Select Real Estate)


Desiree, fantastic!  I'm sorry I didn't have longer to chat the other night when you called.  Congratulations on the exciting feature.  I'm sure we'll speak again soon.

12/09/2007 04:17 PM by Brian Block -- Northern Virginia & D.C. Real Estate (RE/MAX Allegiance)


Absolutely spectacular.  How are you tracking your posts on AR? Through Mybloglog?

On my personal site I use google analytics and I can see that detail but I haven't quite gotten there on AR.  I'd love to know.

12/09/2007 04:31 PM by Tracy Santrock - Cary NC Real Estate Blog (Fonville Morisey)


Desiree, CONGRATULATIONS!  The Santa photo is fabulous- and what a better way to connect than a GREAT PARTY?   Well deserved!

12/09/2007 04:40 PM by Options Realty


I like to here great stories like that I am a Remax agent in Colorado and have an office down the street from Remax International. The new headquarters is amazing and Dave Liniger has realy done a great gob in the technology department. CONGRATULATIONS !!! If you know any one that would like to SEARCH for homes in Colorado check out

FindHomesInColorado.com Best place to search for Real Estate in Colorado.

12/09/2007 04:44 PM by Mike Ober (Remax)


Outstanding job!  How cool is that!  The power of RE/MAX.  Your wonderful idea will be something that will be well used for years to come.  I spoke to my Broker about you idea last week and he said he'd already read your blog!  Glad you are a part of Active Rain.

12/09/2007 04:58 PM by Kay Van Kampen, Broker, Springfield Missouri Real Estate (RE/MAX Solutions)


Dez:  I TOLD you that was a GREAT idea. Man...wish I'd thought of it first. Just kidding. AWESOME kiddo!!

12/09/2007 05:03 PM by Elizabeth Nieves - Bilingual Raleigh - Durham North Carolina Real Estate Team (The Elizabeth Nieves Realty Group @ Keller Williams)


Dez-- Two big splashes all because of your giving heart! You served your community and in turn the favor was returned. A simple concept. You won all the way around. I love it. Congratulations my friend.

12/09/2007 05:07 PM by Gilbert Arizona Real Estate - Candace Robinson (HomeSmart )


Colleen - Thanks so much and I love your "picture" very catchy and smart

12/09/2007 05:07 PM by Desiree Daniels New Jersey Real Estate (609) 448-2222 (RE/MAX Tri County)


Brian - Thank you so much.   Hope dinner with the in-laws was great, it was a pleasure chatting.   I am sure we will chat again at a minimum at Inman!!

12/09/2007 05:09 PM by Desiree Daniels New Jersey Real Estate (609) 448-2222 (RE/MAX Tri County)


Tracy - Thanks for the compliments the only tracking I do is my bloglog and personally I don't know what the best tracking method to use.    <shrug>

12/09/2007 05:33 PM by Desiree Daniels New Jersey Real Estate (609) 448-2222 (RE/MAX Tri County)


How Cool is that ?! Congrats Desiree, you deserve the recognition for how much you do!

Wooohoooo!!!

(oops, should maybe tone it down, big brother might think I am a bit overzealous)

:.o

12/09/2007 05:51 PM by Brentwood TN Real Estate/Homes - Vanessa Stalets REALTOR® (RE/MAX Elite)


Hi Dez - wow, how cool is that?  I missed seeing that on Mainstreet, but will go look for it.  You're a STAR!!! 

Nice job!
Ann

12/09/2007 06:09 PM by Portsmouth NH Real Estate ~ Ann Cummings (RE/MAX Coast to Coast - Portsmouth New Hampshire)


Congratulations!!!!! Lucky YOU! Actually by blogging it is working  smarter...not harder. Lucky we have embraced this medium to share our day and lives with others in the biz. Lucky US!

12/09/2007 06:26 PM by Lizette Fitzpatrick, Lexington KY Real Estate (Central Kentucky - Prudential Don Foster - Richmond KY)


AWESOME!  You go girl! You deserve the highest level of recognition possible for such a successful event!!! FIVE HUNDRED PEOPLE!  Please track the business you get from this and report back!  

Congratulations!  :)

12/09/2007 06:28 PM by "Antoinette" Scognamiglio ~ GRI Morris County, New Jersey Homes for Sale (Prudential New Jersey Properties)


Hi Dez !

That's wonderful .......I love reading these kinds of stories and it couldn't happen to a nicer or more deserving person than you.

Thanks for giving us all this added bit of encouragement and inspiration....you're amazing.

((-:

Jo 

12/09/2007 06:45 PM by Jo-Anne Smith-Belleville, Quinte and Prince Edward Region Real Estate, Ont. (Royal Lepage Proalliance Realty, Brokerage)


Laurie - Santa is wonderful and I am thrilled to have a connection to him.    It was a great event but I really am thrilled about Re/Max actually reading my blog and featuring that ... I feel like a movie star of sorts.  

Thank you Active Rain!!!!!

12/09/2007 07:21 PM by Desiree Daniels New Jersey Real Estate (609) 448-2222 (RE/MAX Tri County)


Mike- Thanks for stopping by.   I am anxious to see the headquarters I haven't had the pleasure.  I did golf at Liniger's Sanctuary and that was amazing and beautiful beyond words.    Go Re/Max...   Go Active Rain!!!

12/09/2007 07:31 PM by Desiree Daniels New Jersey Real Estate (609) 448-2222 (RE/MAX Tri County)


Now that is a feature to be proud of Desiree!  You deserve the attention and surely set a wonderful example for your community!  Hey...pretty soon ....Hawaii bound!

12/09/2007 07:44 PM by Celeste "SALLY" Cheeseman (RA), e-PRO HAWAII Real Estate & HAWAII Relocation (Century 21 Liberty Homes -Mililani, Hawaii)


Desiree,  this is wonderful. You never know who's reading. 500 people in your home is wow, overwhelming to me. But, what a great event, I remember the post. You go girl !! I'm glad RE/MAX honored you and it is well deserved.

12/09/2007 07:58 PM by Missy Caulk Ann Arbor Real Estate (Keller Williams Ann Arbor)


Kay -I am thrilled to have been recognized by the "big boys"   Its kinda like that "I arrived" feeling.   Thank you for your continued support.  Hope all is well with you

12/09/2007 07:59 PM by Desiree Daniels New Jersey Real Estate (609) 448-2222 (RE/MAX Tri County)


Elizabeth - You must have prayed for me .....   I should listen to you more often GBY

12/09/2007 08:19 PM by Desiree Daniels New Jersey Real Estate (609) 448-2222 (RE/MAX Tri County)


Candace - Where ya been hiding?   Thank you for your kind words and support.    I am enjoying this one!!

12/09/2007 08:21 PM by Desiree Daniels New Jersey Real Estate (609) 448-2222 (RE/MAX Tri County)


Vanessa - (oops, should maybe tone it down, big brother might think I am a bit overzealous)

I think big brother is okay with positive thoughts and reinforcements

12/09/2007 08:31 PM by Desiree Daniels New Jersey Real Estate (609) 448-2222 (RE/MAX Tri County)


Ann - Thanks.... go check it out it is so cool.    Gotta love it a friend just mentioned that a great thing to use on a listing presentation.  

12/09/2007 08:36 PM by Desiree Daniels New Jersey Real Estate (609) 448-2222 (RE/MAX Tri County)


Dez- that is some pretty impressive news.....oh and your picture with Santa is great too :) Two more weeks .......:)

12/09/2007 08:39 PM by Kathy McGraw ~ Calif Broker (CELLing Realty)


Congrats Dez - that's so cool! And I still love the photo even if your team doesn't - you all look beautiful and real - and that's what counts.

12/09/2007 08:57 PM by Chrissy Harrison (ERA Tradewind Real Estate)


Lizette - First off I miss the pink hair... but I understand the reason for the seasonal change.  Aside from that thank so much for your contribution.   Its been fun  getting to know ya

12/09/2007 09:37 PM by Desiree Daniels New Jersey Real Estate (609) 448-2222 (RE/MAX Tri County)


Great job...AR is a great tool if you know how to use it.  I am still learning!

12/09/2007 09:38 PM by Joe Olmi (La Entrada Realty)


Ant - Track the business...  that would require organizational skills, now i never claimed to have them.  

12/09/2007 10:11 PM by Desiree Daniels New Jersey Real Estate (609) 448-2222 (RE/MAX Tri County)


Jo-Anne - Thanks for the kind words you are always so sweet and inspiring.   I am hoping people get the impact of what this post is.   1 post was read by the right person and that went to an entire company in 65 Countries.   I find that mind blowing.  

12/09/2007 10:14 PM by Desiree Daniels New Jersey Real Estate (609) 448-2222 (RE/MAX Tri County)


Congratulations. That is a great post and you deserve the recognition.

12/10/2007 05:30 AM by GITA BANTWAL, REALTOR BUCKS COUNTY, PA HOMES (ReMax Centre Realtors)


I agree that we need to thank Active Rain for helping to catapult us to top of search engines. Congratulations.

12/10/2007 05:39 AM by DDR Realty, Orange County, NY


Nice job...I must have missed that...I'll go see if it's still up.

12/10/2007 06:36 AM by Neal Bloom-Realtor ® Assoc.-CRS-Weston FL (RE/MAX Premier Associates)


Dez, a big congratulations to you!  That is so cool.  You have the best marketing ideas.  It's nice to see them being recognized. =)

12/10/2007 06:41 AM by Palmetto Bay | Redland Real Estate | Maggie Dokic (EWM Realtors)


Desiree-Excellent stuff.  You are the best looking Santa Helpers I have ever seen!  Congrats..you do represent well! 

12/10/2007 06:54 AM by Midori Miller-Daytona Beach Florida Real Estate Trainer (CENTURY 21 Sundance Realty)


Very Nice! And might I say that guy in the middle of your photo looks familiar!!! lol

Merry Christmas!

 

12/10/2007 06:58 AM by Charles McDonald / Your Trusted Broker for Charlottesville Real Estate (RE/MAX Assured Properties)


Sally - The trip can't come quick enough... still sorting out some details but you know I'll be in touch

Kelly -  Thanks and Ho Ho Ho to you too !!

12/10/2007 07:57 AM by Desiree Daniels New Jersey Real Estate (609) 448-2222 (RE/MAX Tri County)


Missy - Thanks so much it was cool and something I had to share so people understand the power of Activerain and this community ... HUGE

Kathy- 2 more weeks could not come soon enough.... ughhhhh   Its freezin here

12/10/2007 08:48 AM by Desiree Daniels New Jersey Real Estate (609) 448-2222 (RE/MAX Tri County)


Desiree,  That is fantastic and you are to be congratulated for a truly superior effort.  It takes a lot for RE/MAX International to get "excited"  Karen  www.e-virginiarealestate.com

12/10/2007 08:53 AM by Karen Kruschka - Fairfax Prince William Stafford County VA Real Estate Service (RE/MAX Allegiance)


Des- I am working out some details...reading comments/posts etc. Just watching as of late. I am back ...glad you missed me. LOL

12/10/2007 09:14 AM by Gilbert Arizona Real Estate - Candace Robinson (HomeSmart )


Chrissy -thanks - Yeah we definitely look real, real tired and physically melting.   They (the team) is never going to let me live this picture down since it was picked up by the local and now the re/max press <grin>

12/10/2007 09:42 AM by Desiree Daniels New Jersey Real Estate (609) 448-2222 (RE/MAX Tri County)


Wowsers Dez, good for you!  Hmmm, shucks....I guess this means I have to be good:-(

12/10/2007 10:01 AM by Jason Sardi, Pennsylvania Mortgage Broker (First Choice Equity Group Inc.)


Congrats. I saw your article on Main Street.  Blogging pays off

12/10/2007 10:04 AM by Ginger Magoon, College Station, Texas Real Estate (RE/MAX Bryan College Station Texas)


That's insane....I know people that would be happy reaching 6.5 people, much less 65 and then 65 countries

12/10/2007 10:12 AM by Larry Bettag - Cherry Creek Mortgage


Way to go on the recognition! You have done so well in utilizing blogging and I am glad to see you reaping the benefits.  Great picture by the way.  Happy Holidays!

12/10/2007 10:29 AM by Megan Barber, Real Estate Virtual Assistant (Barber Virtual Assisting Solutions, LLC)


Quite impressive how we can get the word out through this wonderful web site.  Congratulations on your 52 countries!

12/10/2007 10:36 AM by Donald Bradbury, REALTOR Bucks County PA (The Bradbury Team at Coldwell Banker Heritage)


Congratulations Dez!  All that exposure because you are not selfish and share.  Good for you!

12/10/2007 10:47 AM by Renee Burrows - Las Vegas NV Real Estate (Nevada Realty Solutions)


Congrats, Desiree! What a great thing to have happen!

Brian Wilson, Zolve.com 

12/10/2007 11:50 AM by Brian Wilson


Congratulations! It's always great to hear how AR helped out Realtors!

12/10/2007 12:12 PM by Tower Realty


Awesome, good work!! Is good to organize beautiful events and get an extra reward,

12/10/2007 01:24 PM by Maria Borci ABR-TRC-ASP Doral Kendall FL Real Estate (The Keyes Realtors Doral Office)


Congratulations.  You are right we don't know who is reading so we need to make sure that what we post we want ANYBODY to read!

12/10/2007 03:14 PM by Cindy Jones-Northern Virginia Real Estate & Military Relocation Services (RE/MAX Allegiance #1 RE/MAX Company in the World)


Joe - AR is a wonderful place to learn.   Don't be afraid to ask questions

Gita - Thanks so much for stopping by and the compliments.   Have a great day

12/10/2007 03:21 PM by Desiree Daniels New Jersey Real Estate (609) 448-2222 (RE/MAX Tri County)


Derrick - Thank you thank you thank AR you are right

Neal - Should still be there... I think it shifted positions though.

12/10/2007 03:22 PM by Desiree Daniels New Jersey Real Estate (609) 448-2222 (RE/MAX Tri County)


Congrats!  We truly are in a global marketplace.  I've got two new clients...one from South Africa and one from Kenya.  It's great that internet gods give us the power to have that kind of presence.  And yes, it's good to remember that what you write WILL be seen by many...so be mindful of what you write.

12/10/2007 03:42 PM by Lake Mary & Orlando Real Estate, Central Florida, Christopher Myers (Orlando Property Group at Keller Williams)


Maggie- I try and yes it is nice to be recognized

Midori - We were good little helpers...  and exhausted.  Thanks for the support

Charles - He should look familiar... that IS Santa!!

12/10/2007 03:42 PM by Desiree Daniels New Jersey Real Estate (609) 448-2222 (RE/MAX Tri County)


That's amazing.  Way to go.  I remember your post and picture.  It was a great idea.  Now the feature!! Good job.

12/10/2007 04:11 PM by Bradenton Florida Real Estate - Dan Forbes (Sarasota Metro Properties)


Dez,  That is very exciting. That's a lot of folks in one place.  Where did you put them all? 

Ginger 

 

12/10/2007 05:20 PM by Wilmington NC Real Estate Ginger & Roger Sala Keller Williams (Keller Williams Wilmington North Carolina)


All I can say is AWESOME and I am so glad you are a fellow RE/MAXer!

12/10/2007 05:22 PM by Lake Norman Real Estate ~ Diane Aurit (RE/MAX at the Lake)


Karen - You're right that's exactly what I thought and said WOW

Candace - Glad to see ya back.   No playing Bonnie and Clyde though that could lead to trouble

Jason - You only have to be yourself.  

12/10/2007 05:38 PM by Desiree Daniels New Jersey Real Estate (609) 448-2222 (RE/MAX Tri County)


Ginger - It was cool huh???  I felt like a little kid when I read it.  Thanks for the support

Larry - Crazy crazy numbers that's the power of the big boys, Re/Max, Active Rain and the Internet!!!

12/10/2007 05:50 PM by Desiree Daniels New Jersey Real Estate (609) 448-2222 (RE/MAX Tri County)


Congratulations!! it's awesome to know that "they" are out there reading. Way to Go!

12/10/2007 08:31 PM by No Longer Active Albany & Brownsville OR Real Estate (No Longer Active)


Active Rain is the BEST!

Cheers!

Kae Davis

www.cbmove.com/Kae.Davis

12/10/2007 09:04 PM by


Troy - Thanks and Merry Christmas to you!!

Megan - The girls will be happy to know that you liked the picture they were not happy with the photo since it was at the end of the event and not the beginning

Donald - Thank you for stopping by and lending support

12/10/2007 09:29 PM by Desiree Daniels New Jersey Real Estate (609) 448-2222 (RE/MAX Tri County)


Renee - <wink> thank you my friend

Brian - Thank you for the comment and support

Collette - I am always happy to spread a good word...    GO ACTIVE RAIN!!!!

12/10/2007 09:40 PM by Desiree Daniels New Jersey Real Estate (609) 448-2222 (RE/MAX Tri County)


CONGRATULATIONS??? So when are you going to scan the real article and let us non Remax people see what it looked like?

 

12/10/2007 10:45 PM by Shannon Lefevre Naples, Florida CRS (John R. Wood REALTORS Inc.)


Wayne - Thank you

George - Thanks my friend hope all is well!!

Lisa & Bob - Way to represent Jersey huh... thanks for the support!

12/11/2007 08:13 AM by Desiree Daniels New Jersey Real Estate (609) 448-2222 (RE/MAX Tri County)


Maria - Thank you...  it was so worth the effort

Cindy - Thanks for the support

Christopher - You never know who's paying attention huh... that's a gobal group you have there congrats

12/11/2007 11:28 AM by Desiree Daniels New Jersey Real Estate (609) 448-2222 (RE/MAX Tri County)


Dan - Thanks so much for your compliments.  Santa is everywhere

Ginger & Rodger - I stuffed them all in... actually the event ran from 12-4 and it was an constant flow

Diane - Thanks it felt good to get noticed I have to admit - GO RE/MAX!!!

12/11/2007 11:46 AM by Desiree Daniels New Jersey Real Estate (609) 448-2222 (RE/MAX Tri County)


Sandi - Why thank you my friend !!!!

Alecia - It is cool to know that the big boys are paying attention

Kae - Thanks so much for the support Activerain does Rule!!

12/11/2007 05:49 PM by Desiree Daniels New Jersey Real Estate (609) 448-2222 (RE/MAX Tri County)


Rebecca - LOL that didn't sound too convincing

Shannon - Well see what I can do...

Kao - Thanks so much

12/11/2007 07:37 PM by Desiree Daniels New Jersey Real Estate (609) 448-2222 (RE/MAX Tri County)


What a great thought to promote your business.. I love it.... having Re-max in your corner really does increase your awareness.

12/11/2007 08:34 PM by Donna Paul Dix Hills,Melville,Wheatley Hgts Homes (Keller Williams Realty Greater Nassau)


Congrats Desiree - that's so cool! I am so glad you are a fellow RE/MAXer!

12/11/2007 10:23 PM by Mohamed Mekhimar - Accredited Buyers Rep , E-Pro - Richmond Virginia Real Estate (RE/MAX Commonwealth)


Donna - Having Re/Max in my corner is always a plus in my book.. thanks for stopping by

12/13/2007 01:14 PM by Desiree Daniels New Jersey Real Estate (609) 448-2222 (RE/MAX Tri County)


Mohamed- I am happy I am a Remaxer too!!!! 

Ann - Thanks pretty cool huh.

12/13/2007 02:09 PM by Desiree Daniels New Jersey Real Estate (609) 448-2222 (RE/MAX Tri County)


Good job, it is good to see a fellow AR'r make it big on a global level.

Take care!

RJH

12/13/2007 11:15 PM by Empire Realty