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Does anyone have a way to climb back into saddle after a short hiatus?

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Real Estate Agent with Fathom Realty Washington LLC

How do you get motivated after two weeks without ActiveRain?

An interesting question don't you think? 

Paul Henderson. ©2012, All Rights Reserved

I recently got back from a boating trip to Canada.  I spent two weeks with my wife in the gulf islands of British Columbia.  In many areas there  is no WIFI or cell servers and although it sounds like heaven to be off the grid for what seems like forever, the stress of not being connected is relentless.  Your iPhone goes completely silent however the battery life is incredible.

When I got back into range I had 325 emails.  Out of those 325, only 19 had any importance to my life or business.  But what I missed most in my hiatus was ActiveRain.

I had nothing to post, so I came back as the reader.  I have commented briefly and now feel that I should contribute and get back in the good graces of my subscribers.

Does anyone have a good way to climb back into saddle after a short hiatus?

 

This post was authored and picture was taken by Paul Henderson. ©2012, All Rights Reserved, This content may not be reproduced or reprinted (Except for ActiveRain Re-blogging) without express written permission of Paul Henderson, RE/MAX Professionals, Tacoma, WA.

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Paul S. Henderson, Residential Real Estate Broker 

Tacoma Washington 

Realtor ® BPOR, CRS, GRI, CDPE

Fathom Realty WA LLC

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South Puget Sound in Washington State

 

 

 

 

Paul's Service Area


 

 

As a Residential Broker and Relocation Specialist, I sell homes in or around ,Tacoma, Gig Harbor, Lakewood, Steilacoom,  University Place, DuPont and Hartstene Pointe in Washington State.
Please visit my website at http://www.hartstenepointe.com to search for information 
(all information is believed to be accurate but is not guaranteed or warranted in any way)

Referrals are always welcomed and appreciated, Thank-you!

(As a member of the NWMLS, this blog post is intended to comply with NWMLS rules as pertaining to blogging.)

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Lynda Eisenmann
Preferred Home Brokers - Brea, CA
Broker Associate ,CRS,GRI,SRES, Brea,CA, Orange Co

Hi Paul,

 

Been suffering myself from the same issue you mentioned below"

"I had nothing to post, so I came back as the reader"...

Aug 06, 2012 03:26 PM
Endre Barath, Jr.
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties - Beverly Hills, CA
Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002

Paul congrats on being two weeks out of the loop:)) I could not handle more than three days, I would be more stressed vs relaxed. My Answer is start putting in extra time and effort in comments and blog post....but what do I know. I would never have this dilemma!:)))

Aug 06, 2012 03:33 PM
Karen Anne Stone
New Home Hunters of Fort Worth and Tarrant County - Fort Worth, TX
Fort Worth Real Estate

Paul:  I would guess that the easiest way back would be to write about your vacation.  I am sure it was so incredibly beautiful in the islands of British Columbia that you should have about ten posts just sitting in the memory part of your brain just waiting to escape to Active Rain.

You just know we'd love to see all of those gorgeous sights.  And remember... whatever speed you choose to crank these posts out... is exactly the correct speed for you!

This post just might stimulate some great discussion amoung folks with either similar problems... or who have answers for you... so I have "suggested" it.

Aug 06, 2012 03:34 PM
Liz and Bill Spear
Transaction Alliance 513.520.5305 www.LizTour.com - Mason, OH
Transaction Alliance Cincinnati & Dayton suburbs

Paul, Not sure I could handle two weeks off the grid without having a serious withdrawal issue!  I'm so used to daily updates it's become a habit.  As far as blogging topics, there's always local events and market reports :)

Aug 06, 2012 08:33 PM
Captain Wayne - Rowlett Real Estate School
Rowlett Real Estate School - Panama City, FL
Rowlett Real Estate School / Owner and Instructor

Wow, after a great trip like that I don't think I would be thinking about AR.  But, we have to get back in the swing of things sooner or later.  You force yourself!

Aug 06, 2012 09:30 PM
Hannah Williams
HomeStarr Realty - Philadelphia, PA
Expertise NE Philadelphia & Bucks 215-820-3376

Pictures of your vacation ! you take such fantastic pictures!  

Aug 06, 2012 11:42 PM
Ralph Janisch ABR CRS Broker
Janisch & Co. - Conroe, TX
Selling Northwest Houston to good people like you!

There's only one way Paul.  Like Nike says...... Just DO IT!!

Aug 07, 2012 12:16 AM
Paul S. Henderson, REALTOR®, CRS
Fathom Realty Washington LLC - Tacoma, WA
South Puget Sound Washington Agent/Broker!

Endre- Commenting is always a nice way to ease back in the Saddle

BLiz, One sure fire way to be off the grid is to have an associate you trust with your business, Thanks Bill King! I sleep better too! 

Karen Anne- I will be posting a few pics (Thanks for the suggest)

Captain Wayne, I have never had to force anything on AR. I enjoy blogging

Hannah- You are too kind

Jeanne and Ralph  I'm afraid NIKE would sue me =]

Aug 07, 2012 12:46 AM
Todd Clark - Retired
eXp Realty LLC - Tigard, OR
Principle Broker Oregon

I'm not sure what would happen if I was without blogging for two weeks. I would think in those two weeks you took your camera and that alone would get you back in the game. 

Aug 07, 2012 01:40 AM
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