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LinkedIn... Use it!

By AngelaKristen Taylor

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June 03, 2012 10:21 PM

Have you updated your LinkedIn app yet? I am loving this version!

So how can you utilize this incredible app for your real estate mastery?

Well...

How many recommendations do you have?

What kind of clients do you have?

By adding your clients to LinkedIn and getting their recommendation after a successful transaction, you have a clear and easy way to show potential new clients exactly what kind of reputation you have and allow them to learn more about the variety of people you represent.

So picture this...

You're at a listing appointment... They have reservations about listing because they don't know much about you... They've just met you... You're now able to show them past recommendations along with a photo of your previously satisfied clients. Not to mention the whole digital resume factor, groups you're associated with, links to your website, blog, social media, etc. It's literally the digital you.

So make sure you update your LinkedIn app and utilize that baby to its highest potential :-)

Don't have a LinkedIn account or not sure how to get the most out of it for your real estate business? You may need a little Master Agent Life magic... Give us a call ;-)

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Ann Samuelson

Suntree Inc. - Astoria, OR

Thanks for this blog post, I now see that I have not been utilizing this tool as fully as I should be.

Jun 03, 2012 10:25 PM

Winston Heverly

Coldwell Banker Access Realty - South Macon, GA

GRI, ABR, SFR, CDPE, CIAS, PA

I believe I have the updated version, but going to double check, thanks for sharing.

Brenda Mayette

Miranda Real Estate Group, Inc. - Glenville, NY

Getting results w/ knowledge & know-how!

A great idea, Angela! I have a LinkedIn account but could definitely use it in a greater capacity. Did you know that you can have recommendations posted on a Facebook Business page too? Great options are available to us!

Jun 03, 2012 10:26 PM

Ralph Janisch ABR CRS Broker

Janisch & Co. - Conroe, TX

Selling Northwest Houston to good people like you!

I try to keep mine updated. I do have recommendations. But, now I have to go check and see if I have the latest versions.

Jun 03, 2012 10:33 PM

Ellie Shorb

Compass Real Estate - Chevy Chase, MD

Realtor DC, MD & VA Luxury Home Expert

You make a great point. I have a Linkedin account but did not yet download an app, and I tend to use it for networking though I do have some recommendations on there that are very positive. Suggested. Many others will likely take heed of your advice.

Jun 03, 2012 10:44 PM

Lyn Sims

Schaumburg, IL

Real Estate Broker Retired

Most of my clients were already in place prior to LinkedIn so I don't have that many recommendations. I think it's better to remind everyone to at least put their current pic in & current info.

Jun 04, 2012 02:44 AM

AngelaKristen Taylor

Master Agent Life - Winter Haven, FL

Integrative Real Estate Coach

Lyn, don't let that stop you... Add your previous clients onto your LinkedIn, use it as an excuse to touch base with them, and then request a recommendation. Realtors with a strong past client base have a HUGE advantage... Not only could you rack up a ton of recommendations quickly, you also stand a chance at some great new business from touching base with all those people and perhaps some additional word of mouth referrals. Don't miss the boat on this one Lyn... Take advantage of this opportunity! :-)

Jun 04, 2012 03:20 AM

Victoria CB Trees

Victoria CB Trees Real Estate Services - Chiloquin, OR

Principal Broker

OK, OK I installed it to my Kindle Fire... don't have a smart phone. Yee gads, what kind of geek doensn't have a smart phone? LOL!

Jun 04, 2012 04:50 AM

Victoria, Victoria... It sounds like you need a techno make-over woman! Give me a call and let's chat... I'm always happy to help. :-)

Jun 04, 2012 05:14 AM

Jan Green - Scottsdale, AZ

Value Added Service, 602-620-2699 - Scottsdale, AZ

HomeSmart Elite Group, REALTOR®, EcoBroker, GREEN

So true! I have a pretty good Linkedin account with over 500 connections. Actually, it's probably over 600. With the few recommendations that I have, I should have more. Will search and connect with you on Linked in!

Jun 04, 2012 06:24 AM

Bob Crane

Woodland Management Service / Woodland Real Estate, KW Diversified - Stevens Point, WI

Forestland Experts! 715-204-9671

Thanks Angela, great advice that could be very applicable for our business and I will get working on this right away.

Jun 04, 2012 06:50 AM

Gretchen Bradley

Realty Source Inc. - Roseville, CA

I love LinkedIn. I like the professionalism and ability to network with other professionals instead of globbing on to the "social" scene which sometimes can be harmful and misread.

Thanks for the post.

Jun 04, 2012 08:48 AM

Gene Riemenschneider

Home Point Real Estate - Brentwood, CA

Turning Houses into Homes

I have a LinkedIn account, but do not use it to the full potential yet. Good thoughts.

Jun 04, 2012 03:22 PM

Bob Miller

Keller Williams Cornerstone Realty - Ocala, FL

The Ocala Dream Team

Hi Angela, great idea. I have not thought about puttting those in LinkedIn.

Jun 05, 2012 02:07 AM

Donna Quinlan

Keller Williams Realty - Newburyport, MA

Keller Williams Realtor & Career Consultant

I have the linked in app. Easy to use on the go, but I need to be more active with it.

Jun 06, 2012 08:08 PM

Jairo Arreola #SOLDBYVETERAN

PRG Real Estate - San Jose, CA

VA Home Loan Specialist - SF Bay Area

To be honest, I really didn't like LinkedIn. I have not been active on it. Maybe I will start to check it out more often.

Jun 07, 2012 01:10 PM

Matt Robinson

Professional Investors Guild - Pensacola, FL

www.professionalinvestorsguild.com

I'm starting to use LinkedIn and Google+ more and more on my various businesses, but I can tell you that it gets a little overwhelming trying to keep up with all the social media stuff. I am on Facebook ,Twitter, Google+, YouTube AND LinkedIn. The other day I saw an article about how Corcoran real estate group in NYC uses Tumblr with great success, and I was like OH BROTHER, NOT ANOTHER ONE!!!

Jun 24, 2013 02:54 AM

Matt, The key I've found with social media is focus. Focus on the ones you're likely to use most and leave it at that. I have my blog, facebook, and twitter linked, so one post in one place goes to the others. I really focus mostly on facebook. Linkedin is great for connecting and recommendations and should not be neglected but my social media focus is definitely on facebook, where most people gather and share. You tube is great for posting video blogs and video property tours and you can cross post those to facebook. It can certainly get overwhelming but just make sure you aren't wasting time on it. Quick mobile posts from your phone work well while you're on the go. I haven't made a lot of effort with google+. I did set up an account and some circles and I'm constantly getting notified of people adding me to their circles but I haven't had a lot of interest in that one... You'll have to let me know if you see a benefit to it from your efforts... :-)

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