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Feed Me, I'm Hungry, Said the Blog to the Blogger

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Real Estate Broker/Owner with Charlemagne International Properties BRE# 01147470

I know, busy is no excuse for not feeding my blog delicious new content on a daily, or at least a regular basis.  But, and there's always a but, the second half of 2012 brought a return of business to this real estate agent not experienced since those glorious heydays of five years ago.  Was it easy?  No, far from it.  Did it take time away from blogging?  You bet!

 

It was easy to find time to blog when the phone was not ringing and appointments were few and far in between.  I'm thankful I made good use of the lull in real estate activity by building a library of nearly 3,000 articles on my various blogs and website.  However, like food, once a new post is digested the blog cries out to be fed again.

 

I hear this cry when I check Google Analytics.  It grows louder when I check clicks and views on this blog and on my website.  Yes, a blog lets you know when it needs to be fed.  If I ignore it, and I found this out the hard way, my pipeline of prospective customers dwindles to a slow drip.  The delight of waking up to inquires and requests from prospective buyers and sellers happens less frequently.    Make no mistake, a hungry blog will effect your bottom line.

 

I still have the same 24 hours to do my work and live my life.  However, it's clear, something has to give as I'm determined to feed my blogs.  They are too important to my business to consider any other option.  One thing I know for certain about 2013--my blogs will eat very well.

Comments(21)

Norma Toering Broker for Palos Verdes and Beach Cities
Charlemagne International Properties - Rancho Palos Verdes, CA
Palos Verdes Luxury Homes in L.A.

Yes, Randy, content, and plenty of it, must be a top priority.

Dec 29, 2012 01:36 AM
John & Irma Nelson
San Antonio Real Estate Broker/Agent with Get It Sold Realty - San Antonio, TX
San Antonio Real Estate Agents - San Antonio Homes

you are right about one thing - it needs to be fed on a regular basis for sure.   Even if a few times a week!   Good luck in 2013!!

Dec 29, 2012 01:52 AM
Patricia Kennedy
RLAH@properties - Washington, DC
Home in the Capital

Whew, Norma!  Except for that little salad, you have a bunch of yummy looking starch there.  It appeals to my "bread tooth".

Dec 29, 2012 02:08 AM
Li Read
Sea to Sky Premier Properties (Salt Spring) - Salt Spring Island, BC
Caring expertise...knowledge for you!

Interesting reminder to us all that once we start down a path, it's important to keep it clear/going forward.

Dec 29, 2012 02:10 AM
Norma Toering Broker for Palos Verdes and Beach Cities
Charlemagne International Properties - Rancho Palos Verdes, CA
Palos Verdes Luxury Homes in L.A.

John and Irma - We are in agreement!

Dec 29, 2012 08:17 AM
Norma Toering Broker for Palos Verdes and Beach Cities
Charlemagne International Properties - Rancho Palos Verdes, CA
Palos Verdes Luxury Homes in L.A.

Pat - That was dinner one night in Paris not so long ago....

Dec 29, 2012 08:18 AM
Cindy Jones
Integrity Real Estate Group - Woodbridge, VA
Pentagon, Fort Belvoir & Quantico Real Estate News
I too look at Google analytical and know when my blog and my readers are getting a bit hungry.
Dec 29, 2012 08:51 PM
Lottie Kendall
Compass - San Francisco, CA
Helping make your real estate dreams a reality

Congratulations on finishing 2012 in such a strong manner! Finding time for all the pieces of our lives is always a challenge, isn't it?

Dec 29, 2012 11:58 PM
Peggy Wester
Realty Executives Integrity - Grafton, WI
Real Estate Agent Ozaukee & Washington County

So true. Consistency, I think, is the key with blogging. And I've failed miserably at that. :) But improving on that consistency is on my list of goals for 2013. I wish you continued success in the new year, Norma!

Dec 30, 2012 12:03 AM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

Norma- blogging is fun but that little critter does require a steady diet.  I'm glad your business has picked up! 

Dec 30, 2012 12:40 AM
Patricia Kennedy
RLAH@properties - Washington, DC
Home in the Capital

Hey Norma, I included this post in Last Week's Favorites.  And Happy New Year to you and all of your favorite people.

Dec 30, 2012 04:29 AM
Rose King
David Tracy Real Estate - Friendswood, TX
Friendswood / Pearland / Houston Bay Area

Hi Norma! My blog was on a diet for a while also, but I've been trying to feed it more regularly. Happy New Year!

Dec 30, 2012 12:30 PM
MichelleCherie Carr Crowe .Just Call. 408-252-8900
Get Results Team...Just Call (408) 252-8900! . DRE #00901962 . Licensed to Sell since 1985 . Altas Realty - San Jose, CA
Family Helping Families Buy & Sell Homes 40+ Years

If your blog is feeding you the blogger, make sure you keep feeding the blog daily!

Dec 30, 2012 03:39 PM
Norma Toering Broker for Palos Verdes and Beach Cities
Charlemagne International Properties - Rancho Palos Verdes, CA
Palos Verdes Luxury Homes in L.A.

Cindy - Google is wonderful when it's time to conduct a checkup on our blogs.

Dec 30, 2012 11:17 PM
Norma Toering Broker for Palos Verdes and Beach Cities
Charlemagne International Properties - Rancho Palos Verdes, CA
Palos Verdes Luxury Homes in L.A.

Lottie - I have to do it early in the day or it doesn't get done--I just need a longer morning!

Dec 30, 2012 11:18 PM
Norma Toering Broker for Palos Verdes and Beach Cities
Charlemagne International Properties - Rancho Palos Verdes, CA
Palos Verdes Luxury Homes in L.A.

Peggy - I think 2012 was the year we had to become accustomed to being occupied with sellers and buyers once again--and that's a good thing!

Dec 30, 2012 11:19 PM
Norma Toering Broker for Palos Verdes and Beach Cities
Charlemagne International Properties - Rancho Palos Verdes, CA
Palos Verdes Luxury Homes in L.A.

Kathy - It's all good!

Dec 30, 2012 11:20 PM
Norma Toering Broker for Palos Verdes and Beach Cities
Charlemagne International Properties - Rancho Palos Verdes, CA
Palos Verdes Luxury Homes in L.A.

Pat - And a very Happy New Year to you too!

Dec 30, 2012 11:21 PM
Norma Toering Broker for Palos Verdes and Beach Cities
Charlemagne International Properties - Rancho Palos Verdes, CA
Palos Verdes Luxury Homes in L.A.

Rose - I am working on a more balanced diet for my blog--too many market reports and not enough other stuff.  :)

Dec 30, 2012 11:23 PM
Norma Toering Broker for Palos Verdes and Beach Cities
Charlemagne International Properties - Rancho Palos Verdes, CA
Palos Verdes Luxury Homes in L.A.

Michelle - Good point.  :)

Dec 30, 2012 11:23 PM