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Don't Get Down - Hustle While You Wait!

"Everything comes to him who hustles while he waits."

- Thomas Edison

I don't need to mention that the real estate market is not exactly "hot" right now. Everyone knows that; homesellers know it, buyers know it, the guy at Starbuck's knows it, and real estate professionals definitely know it. So I won't mention it.

But I will mention the fact that there is quite a lot of complaining going around about it. Sentiments like "Woe are we" and "It's his fault" might serve as some sort of release for those who feel frustrated, and understandably so. We want to know how we got here, we want to know who's responsible, and we want to feel a bit sorry for ourselves and the state we're in - that's natural. But let's not stop there.

In the meantime, let's search out ways to get around the current roadblocks, like Olympic Northwest Mortgage did in their recent blog post. So what if you don't agree with every suggestion that is offered up - that's not the point. The point is to get creative, get thinking, get marketing, get busy! There are many, many, many ways to get around the slump.

Even if you are not creative, hate video, and just don't do Twitter, there are still so many ways stay above water. Are you on Facebook? Do you create single property sites for your listings? Do you blog regularly? Do you use Squidoo and Hubpages to further promote your listings? Do you make sure you rank well in Google? The list of opportunities is endless!

So get out there and hustle while you wait for your market to bounce back!

I work in marketing and communications for ClassifiedFlyerAds.com, focusing on tools and internet technology for real estate professionals. Our most popular tools offer competitive search engine placement and online listing syndication to over 30 real estate directories. We also offer syndicated professional profiles, blog widgets, and virtual tours - free to all subscribed members. I would be happy to discuss our services or answer any questions - just contact me here!

Posted by Candis Hidalgo on 07/18/2008 08:14 PM

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18 Comments on Don't Get Down - Hustle While You Wait!

JUL

Yes, the market is slow, but we have been doing fine! Could be doing better, but we take this opportunity to advertise what we have and meeting people. We ask for business, we ask merchants if we can keep our business cards in their establishment! Such a great time to get your profiles out there. You have made some excellent points, always wondered why some do not do more to promote themselves!

So true! Great blog...........I'll look for you on Facebook!

This is a great advise for anyone who wants to constantly promote himself/herself on a shoestring budget. The market has changed and so adapting to the changing market as you prescribe is something worth doing.

Candis- I am going to save this blog and sign up for the flyers, if it does what the website says than it looks like a great deal. Do you bill monthly and can you use Mastercard?

Thank you,

Larry

Candace~ Complaining doesn't solve a thing! You are right, there are lots of FREE ways to market your services and get the word out there. ActiveRain is a great way to learn about all of these things!

Candis:

Great blog, positive attitute and advice on other things to do to get homes sold and all over the internet. I'm learning more every day and would like to do a sit down hands on course to learn all these methods.

JUL

I like it Candis...Attitude is everything. Eventhough the market is tough there are always other activities like working on SEO as you have mentioned to imporve upon your business.

JUL

Ernie & Barb - Great to hear that you are out there finding a way. That is great! Thanks for stopping by.

Hi Linda - Thanks, look forward to it. Here I am on Facebook :) Here's our business page on Facebook, if you're interested.

Hi Larry - Great! There's a lot of options and features, so just let me know if you have any questions along the way! And yes, monthly or annual billing options are available. Best of luck ot you!

Vickie - Yes, most who read this blog post are using ActiveRain, which is a great step in that direction, as it can really help with SEO when used properly. There truly are many ways to promote your business, free and paid. Now is a great time to try things that you normally wouldn't!

Sheila - Thanks for the positive words. It's just a bit of a downer hearing so much "doom and gloom" discussion and finger pointing. Glad I could pass along some great ideas I've seen around ;)

Bill - So true. I truly believe attitude really makes a difference between success and failure. It's not magic and can't itself bring sales or customers, but it can motivate you to get off your butt and do something about your current situation. A bad attitude doesn't produce anything useful. Thanks for your comments :)

Hans - Yes, you've got it! "Adapting to the current market" is the key... acclimating your strategies and plans to work with current situations will always help you succeed. Thanks for your comments.

JUL

Candis- Yep, Positive Attitudes go a lot further than the "woe is me" attitude. Clients don't want to hear it, and the rest of us already know the story :)