Monday Morning Gifts.....Appreciation and Recognition

It's Monday Morning again ....did you have a good week-end?  I hope everyone got their batteries charged for the week. Many of us worked over the week-end, and many enjoyed time with Family and Friends.....but whatever we did, the week-end is over and time to move on with a new week :) 

***Today I want to give the gifts of Appreciation and Recognition***

How many times have we run across someone that has really touched us in some way, or someone that has really made our life a little better by their attitude, but we never really tell them how much they mean to us. So today I want to publicly thank someone I have been working with for over 4 years now, someone that has always been supportive of my Business.

 

Joe Jefferies from Sign of the Times  in Florida.  I found Joe about 4 years ago when I wanted a magnetic sign for my car.  Everyone in town was too expensive, and limited the color they would do, so I went to the Internet and found Joe. 

That first year there was a big Hurricane in Florida and Joe couldn't work for a few days, which of course was a great story for me..... as we don't have Hurricanes in California :) 

 Anyway, Joe designed my car signs, and sent a proof quite quickly via e-mail....another plus for me that we could communicate back and forth with e-mail. 

 

 

Over the past 4 years Joe has made all my Real Estate Signs, my Business Cards, and my Office Stationary.  I think what I like best about Joe is that his Customer Service is top notch......he stands behind his products, and has always treated all of us with nothing but the utmost respect, and he mails the product out fairly quickly....he can even do RUSH jobs. I have recommended him to several people, and even Agents that used him at my first Brokerage are again using him with their new one. 

So.....I want to say Thank You to Joe Jeffries of Sign of the Times for the great customer service, and quality Products that have kept me coming back time and time again.......thanks Joe.  And if any of you need Real Estate Signs, Banners, Car Signs, or anything similar....go ahead and give him a call....... I don't think you'll be disappointed!!!

Joes email is joe@signsfla.com and his Phone Number is 866-558-3649.  Go ahead and let him know that you saw his name on a Blog :)

 

 

      

OK, now to 2 more  Monday Gifts.....I thought since today was Appreciation and Recognition day that I would give you 2  Active Rain Members that I think most of us would agree are very much Appreciated:

 
Gift #1  marti garaughty who runs the Art of Marketing You Group .  If you haven't been to this group....then you are really missing something.  And if you haven't seen marti's Abstract Art, again you are missing out.  Every week marti does a Group Week in Review, and for the past 2 weeks he has been telling everyone how to use the new Blog Customizer Brad made.  This week marti also made several headers that you can use.....they're already sized right and everything :) :)

Gift# 2 Neal Bloom runs the Week in Review Group.  Every week for over a year Neal either finds a volunteer to go through the hundreds, sometimes thousands of Posts that have been Posted during the Week.  If no one volunteers then Neal does it himself.  Besides this Neal started Groups for top Point getters (and just this past week he now has a group of 1.....for the all time top Blogger on Active Rain.....Lenn Harley :) 

 

 

 

 

To both Neal and marti I would like to personally say thanks for everything you do for us,

 and I am sure that most of us feel the same way....

             THANK YOU!!!!!

 

 

 

By: Kathy McGraw - CELLing Realty

 

 
 
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16 Comments on Monday Morning Gifts.....Appreciation and Recognition

Good Monday morning Kathy - Joe I'm not familiar with, but Marti and Neal are both awesome!

Marti's art is just fabulous! One of these days I'll be able to afford some of it, but I love the way it moves and how it's just perfect.

Neal...I just don't know how he finds the time to do all things he does! And, on top of all he does, he finds the time to be a husband and father. Keeping up with the week in review would be job enough. One of these days I'm going to find the courage to do one for him.

I'll have to check Joe out! I love finding creative people.

This is the most wonderful post! Have a wonderful week Kathy!

04/21/2008 05:19 AM by Linda Scanlan ~Selling All of North Texas (Hall Team Homes)


I really like your post.  This is a great way to start out on Monday morning!

04/21/2008 05:31 AM by Melody Botting RE/MAX Empire Realty


Kathy I always look for your Monday post (Tuesday as well).  I've been busy this weekend.  I listed a house on Friday and sold it Sunday.  So now I have to find my little lady a place to live.  Did not think I was going to sell that one so quickly but what a gift that is!  That is a nice way to start the week, huh?  

And I got a chance to spend sometime with my son.  We worked in one of the many flower gardens I have here and planted so new plants.  What a gift to have a son that will dig some holes for me and spend some time with his mom. :-)

I sure hope you are blessed with some gifts this day and throughout the week.  

 

04/21/2008 06:14 AM by Lynchburg, Roanoke & Danville Area Nannette Saunders ASSOCIATE BROKER (Bradner, Farmer, Towler and Associates)


I like that giving the gift of appreciation. You should do a contest here? It would be fun, and people could only pick up to 3. I love both marti's and the Neals, week in Review. Never miss them. 

04/21/2008 06:15 AM by Missy Caulk Ann Arbor Real Estate (Keller Williams Ann Arbor, Michigan)


Thanks Kathy....Marti is a good guy...he adds alot here as well...

04/21/2008 06:51 AM by Neal Bloom-Realtor ® Assoc.-CRS-Weston FL (RE/MAX Premier Associates)


Happy Monday Kathy. Life is full of gifts and many of them are right in front of us.

04/21/2008 07:00 AM by Monika McGillicuddy~REALTOR®~ N.H. Real Estate Broker & Trainer (Prudential Verani Realty/Hampstead)


Hi Kathy,
Your Monday morning gift is fast becoming a "must" for many AR members I think.  We had a great weekend, the weather was fabulous (well, we had some thunderstorms but that was ok) and we celebrated my Dad's birthday.

I, too, appreciate Marti and Neal and look forward to both reviews each week.   Missy's idea is a good one if you have the time and energy.  :0)

 

04/21/2008 08:16 AM by Cynthia Tilghman, Realtor® Onslow County NC Home Specialist (Kingsbridge Realty, Inc)


Kathy, I am here with my coffee checking you out.  I joined Marti's group, but have not been active there.  i read a  post this weekend and thought it was good stuff.  Good for you for acknowledging Joe.  Everyone needs positive feedback.  Makes our engines run better.

 

04/21/2008 08:17 AM by Audrey June-Forshey, GRI, Gaithersburg, MD (RE/MAX Realty Group)


Kathy, What a beautiful acknowledgement to some wonderful people, I'm sure you started off their week in a lovely way!  There are so many terrific people here on AR that share information it's hard to keep up and I'm so behind in working on things I'd like to get done for my blogs...but I'll get there! 

04/21/2008 11:53 AM by Carole Provenzale Owner, Feng Shui Long Island & New York (Feng Shui Long Island & New York City)


 Kathy my friend, you are too kind, thx for the mention and what you wrote about my work. What can I say?

 The thing is that we're all here learning from each other, being inspired (i.e. your Tuesday Truths series) so in the end it all balances out, most of us get even more than we give.

 Also thx for the mention of Neal, he is an awesome resource and has been a really good friend to me here as well, along with a list of so many other people it would take me forever to list.

04/21/2008 12:04 PM by The Blog Artist - marti garaughty (The Art Of Marketing You)


Linda-Good morning to you.....I have just come back in from outside where I was doing a little gardening before my work day officially starts :)  You said marti's art is fabulous....I agree, the Inner child one that he has on his profile is my favorite....and look at the pencil drawing he did for a free header (This weeks Post)  I like the simplicity.

Neal also is quite the guy....I "met" him one day during a conflict here in the Rain.....from that day forward he has amazed me with his generosity, sense of humor, and contributions to this community.  And you are right....how in the world does he do it all :)

Yes, do check Joe out....you can design pretty much anything the way you want....and I can say this....I have the best looking Sold Riders in town :) 

Melody- Thank you....I do a different little Gift one every Monday.

Nannette- wonderful......and what a way to start a new week.....a sale and new flowers that will bloom :) :)  You are so right that having a son (or daughter) that spends time with us when we're older is one of the best gifts in the world!!!!!   I told my kids that "things are great, but time is the one thing that means the most to me....:)  I am as blessed as you as I have pretty good kids......OK, now you go find your lady a new house.....:)

Missy-Appreciation is wonderful isn't it....but a contest...hmmmm.  I know you always go to marti and Neals Posts....I see you there.....:)  And if you need any Real Estate Signs, cards, or stuff check Joe out too :)  Hey that sounds like a commercial.... but when we find someone good we like to share :)

Neal-I hope you didn't break your keyboard with that long testimonial on marti.... LOL......and you are one heck of a guy too !!!!  Thank you for everything....

 

04/21/2008 01:36 PM by Kathy McGraw ~ Calif Broker (CELLing Realty)


Monika- Isn't that the truth....right here we have so many gifts...maybe I will do a contest like Missy suggested :)  Have a great week, and tell Jay hello :)

Cynthia-Ahhh I remember your moms Birthday celebration.  It's nice to spend time with family like that, and even an occasional thunderstorm in the Spring is nice.....I love the ones in Arizona.....especially the lightning....a real gift from Nature.  OK, I will look into this contest idea...:)

Audrey- Did you notice that the words with your coffee were missing this week....... LOL  the title was too long :)  Anyway, yes, a little appreciation goes a long way.  I remember you sending flowers....wow, now that was one heck of a nice gesture, and very much appreciated :)  Have a good week, and I will be over later to share my coffee with you :)

Carole- Ahhh....yes these guys are truly wonderful....all 3 of them :)  Oh, and don't stress out on catching up....I don't think that's even probable!!!  What is possible and probable though is to enjoy what time you have here, and during each and every day.......Happy Monday Carole....

marti-Good morning...or afternoon....  As you see, I am not the only one that thinks both of you are top notch guys.  I agree we're all here learning and sharing and that's what I appreciate about both of you, the give and take of your contributions :)  And marti THANK YOU for my wonderful Header that you made....see now I think of you every day.... LOL .......

 

 

04/21/2008 02:10 PM by Kathy McGraw ~ Calif Broker (CELLing Realty)


Both of them wonderful people!  And I have to add...you have contributed more than you give yourself credit for too..love the pics :)

04/21/2008 08:12 PM by Celeste "SALLY" Cheeseman (RA), HAWAII Real Estate & HAWAII Relocation (Century 21 Liberty Homes -Mililani, Hawaii)


Sally- Ahhhh, why thank you mame, and the guys thank you too I am sure :)  They are Wonderful I agree :)

04/21/2008 08:53 PM by Kathy McGraw ~ Calif Broker (CELLing Realty)


Kathy, it's always nice to step back and reflect on those we are thankful for.  Thanks for sharing.

04/22/2008 10:12 AM by Joseph Lang - Southern California Home Inspector (Pillar To Post Professional Home Inspection)


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