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Organization 101...

By Maria Sapio

Real Estate Agent with Keller Williams of Central PA RS334568

July 19, 2016 09:31 PM

Some might insist that to be a business professional today, it requires a certain savvy of smartphone skills and the ability to navigate computer technology.

I'm not here to agree or disagree since I happen to know very successful people that stand strongly on both sides of the argument.

I do use a smart phone and computer and I am constantly adding and updating pertinent client information. However, I will share with you that I am an 'old-fashioned-girl' so in addition to my technology helpers, I have found that a crucial aspect of Organization 101 skills is that I ALWAYS keep a small spiral notebook and pen close by. I start each day - week - month with a 'To-Do' list and as things arise throughout the day, additional bullet points are added.

I know the days of paper and pen are quickly fading - but for this girl, I'll keep mine in a safe place and intend to use it forever...Plus, I confess that I gain a certain feeling of satisfaction from placing that check mark beside what has been accomplished.

What are your thoughts?
Is holding a pad and pen like beholding a dinosaur?

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Roy Kelley

Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

Thanks for sharing some of your successful business practices. I also use a hand written list of things to to do.

Jul 19, 2016 09:38 PM

Maria Sapio

Carlisle, PA

Phil Ormsby

Cabana Real Estate LLC - Parrish, FL

Cabana Real Estate - Live where you play!

I have been in technology for over 30 years. I have tried out just about every method from notepads to Filofax systems to Palm to-do lists to smartphone lists. Here's the thing - they ALL work, if you use them consistently.

Right now, I just have a text document broken down into different headings, and stored on Google documents so I can access it from anywhere. It is simple (key in my view to actually using it) and I can highlight the really important items in color for emphasis. I can also print it out to clip to my folder for easy on the go access - but then I have to remember to update the electronic version - there's that consistency thing again!

So, just use whatever you find effective. But use it. Keeping things in your head is not a substitute.

Jul 19, 2016 10:28 PM

Maria Sapio

Carlisle, PA

Maria Sapio

Keller Williams of Central PA - Carlisle, PA

Real Estate Agent- Carlisle, PA. Mariasapio.com

Roy Kelley ...I appreciate your comment - have a great day!

Jul 20, 2016 12:13 AM

Maria Sapio

Keller Williams of Central PA - Carlisle, PA

Real Estate Agent- Carlisle, PA. Mariasapio.com

Phil Ormsby - Yes, experience continues to teach that 'Consistency' is the bottom line in any organization endeavor...
Thank you so much for stopping by and sharing your thoughts. Have a great day!

Jul 20, 2016 12:15 AM

Nicholas Crane

Woodland Companies - Cadott, WI

Managing & Appraising Forest Land

Maria Sapio I am also an old fashion type of person. I keep my notepad in my back pocket at all times. I also have a few spares stashed everywhere. I am yet to find an app that never bugs out, never runs out of batteries and can be used to joggle all of the things I have to write down.

But every few day I do transfer my notes into my computer, not very old school.

Jul 20, 2016 12:29 AM

Maria Sapio

Carlisle, PA

Maria Sapio

Keller Williams of Central PA - Carlisle, PA

Real Estate Agent- Carlisle, PA. Mariasapio.com

Nicholas Crane - Thank you for sharing your thoughts, and thanks for keeping the dinosaur alive...Maybe we should stock up in case paper and pens are ever obsolete...

Jul 20, 2016 12:47 AM

Nicholas Crane

Woodland Companies - Cadott, WI

Managing & Appraising Forest Land

Maria Sapio Yes we should stock up, I already have one closet full of paper, paper and more paper, all shapes and sizes. The pens on the other hand always seem to walk off, can't keep them anywhere for long.

Jul 20, 2016 12:57 AM

Maria Sapio

Carlisle, PA

Maria Sapio

Keller Williams of Central PA - Carlisle, PA

Real Estate Agent- Carlisle, PA. Mariasapio.com

I know - can't help you with that - that's a universal problem!

Jul 20, 2016 01:03 AM

Jeffrey DiMuria 321.223.6253 Waves Realty

Waves Realty - Melbourne, FL

Florida Space Coast Homes

Maria...I do everything on my phone and computer...but I also have a pad next to me (and I write everything down and cross off as I finish). That being said, if you do not embrace technology you will be out of business in 10 years or less.

Jul 20, 2016 01:23 AM

Maria Sapio

Carlisle, PA

Maria Sapio

Keller Williams of Central PA - Carlisle, PA

Real Estate Agent- Carlisle, PA. Mariasapio.com

I do agree Jeffrey DiMuria 321.223.6253 airRErealty.com that technology is an integral aspect of this business.Thanks for sharing, and have an awesome day!

Jul 20, 2016 02:24 AM

John McCormack, CRS

Albuquerque Homes Realty - Albuquerque, NM

Honesty, Integrity, Results, Experienced. HIRE Me!

Good Thursday morning Maria Sapio -

I too use my phone but I keep my spiral notebook at hand and like checking off my list on a daily basis.

Oct 05, 2016 11:30 PM

Maria Sapio

Carlisle, PA

Maria Sapio

Keller Williams of Central PA - Carlisle, PA

Real Estate Agent- Carlisle, PA. Mariasapio.com

John McCormack - I'm working on my 'To-Do' list now in my spiral notebook...

Oct 05, 2016 11:51 PM

Grant Schneider

Performance Development Strategies - Armonk, NY

Your Coach Helping You Create Successful Outcomes

Hi Maria - I think of myself as technical but I also like the lists or even sticky notes.

Oct 06, 2016 12:51 AM

Maria Sapio

Carlisle, PA

Maria Sapio

Keller Williams of Central PA - Carlisle, PA

Real Estate Agent- Carlisle, PA. Mariasapio.com

I'm a 'post-it-note' person too -
Thank you Grant Schneider for stopping by -

Oct 06, 2016 01:09 AM

Mary Yonkers

Alan Kells School of Real Estate/Howard Hanna Real Estate - Erie, PA

Erie/PA Real Estate Instructor

Maria Sapio I don't know what I would do without 'post-it-notes'.

Oct 06, 2016 01:34 AM

Maria Sapio

Carlisle, PA

Maria Sapio

Keller Williams of Central PA - Carlisle, PA

Real Estate Agent- Carlisle, PA. Mariasapio.com

Mary Yonkers Post It Notes are Awesome!! :)

Oct 06, 2016 01:42 AM

Debe Maxwell, CRS

Savvy + Company (704) 491-3310 - Charlotte, NC

The RIGHT CHARLOTTE REALTOR!

Maria, you're certainly no dinosaur! I agree with you - there's just something about the feel of pen and paper and I love checking off tasks accomplished!

Oct 06, 2016 01:51 PM