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Just a Thought...You Don’t Have to Blog to Participate

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Just a Thought...You Don’t Have to Blog to Participate


Everyone has been so busy this year, it’s been hard to find time to write a post much less comment on other posts. 


Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400  and I were speaking a few weeks ago about our Zoom meetings. They were fun, informative, and gave members a way to be a part of the community.

And, that is what I wanted to share with you (thank you, Margaret, for the suggestion)


While ActiveRain is known as a blogging or social media platform for those in the Real Estate industry and related fields, the community offers so much more.

Don’t feel like you can’t participate or be a part of the community if you don’t put out a steady stream of posts. Yes, they can be the bread and butter of your marketing efforts but it’s always your choice. 

Besides reading and commenting on the posts of others, you can join us at our Zoom meetings.

 

Marie Story got all of this started. She, like many others, was in shelter-at-home mode and wanted a way to connect. What better way than to “have coffee” with your ActiveRain friends. THANK YOU...MARIE!!!


Since last year, we have been meeting at 2 PM EST on Tuesdays. There is a topic and presenter for the majority of the meetings. We have learned about Accessory Dwelling Units, Feng Shui, Direct Mail Marketing, Cybersecurity, Marketing Reports, Using Google, and so much more!

 

You don’t have to say a word unless you want to. You don’t even have to show your face although we’d love to see it. 

 

The Zoom meetings are a good way to “meet” the other members and get to know them. 

 

If you have a topic that you’d like to share or that you’d love to have discussed...just let us all know.

Our Zoom meetings are open to everyone, whether or not you have written 1 or 100 blogs. 

 

This week, Ben Kinney will be discussing changes to the platform and his vision for the community.

 

Hope you’ll join us...Tuesday’s at 2 PM EST. Just click on the link!

 

And you can go to George Souto’s post on Sundays to see who will be speaking the following Tuesday!!!

 

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Comments(31)

Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

Thank you very much, Kathy, for your encouragement.

Take care, be safe and have an outstanding day.

Nov 30, 2021 09:11 AM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
St. George Utah Area Residential Sales Agent

Have enjoyed the ones that I have attended Kathy and will try to make today's zoom meeting today. I have a full list of To-Do's!

Nov 30, 2021 09:33 AM
Carol Williams
Although I'm retired, I love sharing my knowledge and learning from other real estate industry professionals. - Wenatchee, WA
Retired Agent / Broker / Prop. Mgr, Wenatchee, WA

Hi Kathy,
As you know, there are so many ways to participate without actually writing blogs. For example:
Attending Zoom meetings
Commenting on other blogs
Answering or asking questions in Q&A 

I think after participating, newer members are exposed to such a variety of topics they are more likely to start blogging consistently themselves. 

Nov 30, 2021 10:06 AM
Sheri Sperry - MCNE®
Coldwell Banker Realty - Sedona, AZ
(928) 274-7355 ~ YOUR Solutions REALTOR®

HI Kathy Streib - I am actually going to be able to make it today.  It has been a long time, but I made my appearance tat the inspections. 

Nov 30, 2021 10:50 AM
Jeffrey DiMuria 321.223.6253 Waves Realty
Waves Realty - Melbourne, FL
Florida Space Coast Homes

I am quite happy to see that Ben is going to continue improving the platform!

Nov 30, 2021 11:28 AM
George Souto
George Souto NMLS #65149 FHA, CHFA, VA Mortgages - Middletown, CT
Your Connecticut Mortgage Expert

Kathy the Weekly ActiveRain ZOOM Meetings are a great of staying in touch, learn more about our industry, and learn about what is going on, even when the head honcho does not show up. ☺️

Nov 30, 2021 01:34 PM
Paul S. Henderson, REALTOR®, CRS
Fathom Realty Washington LLC - Tacoma, WA
South Puget Sound Washington Agent/Broker!

I do enjoy the comradery on Tuesdays. I remember when we had meetups and coffee, breakfast or lunch was always a treat. Now I just grab my coffee and Zoom Kathy 🙂👍👍

Nov 30, 2021 02:02 PM
Liz and Bill Spear
Transaction Alliance 513.520.5305 www.LizTour.com - Mason, OH
Transaction Alliance Cincinnati & Dayton suburbs

I don't make all the Zooms (not even most), but the ones I do are always good for useful information and getting a chance to have a direct chat with people I've know a long time.

Nov 30, 2021 02:13 PM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

Norma J. Elkins I hope you'll join us soon!!!  No obligations to talk or even be seen!!!

Wayne Martin trust me I was a big-time lurker here!!!  

Exactly Michael Jacobs No pressure to attend a Zoom meeting at all. It's fun and I actually learn something. 

Nov 30, 2021 05:48 PM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

HI Bill Salvatore - YVP Blog I know...who knew??!!

Kat Palmiotti this community has a lot to offer and blogging is just part of it. 

Nov 30, 2021 05:54 PM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

Beth Atalay Blogging is the reason we're here...at least why we started but you can participate even if you don't blog a lot. 

Hi Nina Hollander, Broker it's been fun seeing you there!!

Nov 30, 2021 05:56 PM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

Hi Grant Schneider so glad that you called into her show!!!

Ed Silva It's hard to try to find a time that would work for everyone so I'm glad when you can attend. 


Nov 30, 2021 05:58 PM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

Sham Reddy CRS it was fun getting to "know" you when you presented at the Zoom meeting. 

Thank you Ron and Alexandra Seigel Appreciate it. 

Nov 30, 2021 05:59 PM
Sham Reddy CRS

The feeling is mutual Kathy! Always good to see you on zoom calls

Nov 30, 2021 06:16 PM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

Hi Roy Kelley I was so happy to see you there today. 


Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can! I was glad to see that you made it. 

Nov 30, 2021 06:01 PM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

Carol Williams I agree. Some may feel more comfortable blogging after getting to know others here. 

Hi Sheri Sperry - MCNE® I was happy to see you and Rick!!!

Nov 30, 2021 06:10 PM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

Jeffrey DiMuria 321.223.6253 Waves Realty I have really noticed how quickly the photo editor uploads these days!!!!

George Souto I agree. It's nice to see him but what we can learn at the Zoom meetings is so much fun. 

Nov 30, 2021 06:13 PM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

It's nice like that, isn't it Paul S. Henderson, REALTOR®, CRS Very easy going. 

Liz and Bill Spear I agree. It is a good alternatives to the Local Meetups we used to have. 

Nov 30, 2021 06:15 PM
Laura Cerrano
Feng Shui Manhattan Long Island - Locust Valley, NY
Certified Feng Shui Expert, Speaker & Researcher

That's actually true but I never actually thought of it that way until now. Participation is absolutely crucial though

Nov 30, 2021 10:23 PM
Rocky Dickerson
Realty One Group - Las Vegas, NV
Superior Service!

Hey there! I noticed a purple arrow pointing at me. Did I miss something? LOL

Dec 04, 2021 09:20 AM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400
HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400 - Pikesville, MD
Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome

Kathy Streib, Oops, late to this party.

I do remember our conversation but somehow totally missed this terrific post. Thanks for sharing how easy it is to participate every Tuesday.

Jan 14, 2022 09:51 PM