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Agent Genius Logo I have been following and reading the Agent Genius Blog for a while. It is a great blog that you can subscribe to, full of awesome posts by awesome writers. They focus on what is "hot in technology and what is hot is our industry."

Agent Genius recently won the Innovator Award in San Franciso at the Inman Conference. I got to meet Lani Anglin-Rosales and her husband Ben Rosales the founders of Agent Genius.

Recently, Lani started a blog on Activerain, where she posts Recaps of posts from Agent Genius. I subscribe to AG in my feedreader, Google, so I don't miss anything.

You can subscribe from Agent Genius Blog, or here on Activerain. You can also follow them on Twitter.

One night months ago in November, I was in front of my computer and I got an email from Lani, "Hey Missy, how can I help you?" I was shocked, thrilled and blessed. I told her I had just launced my new outside blog, Ann Arbor Real Estate Talk and needed it to move up in SERP. So she said "great, I'll give you some link love". (and she did)

There are many genius writers from Activerain, writing on this collective blog, Rich Jacobs, Maureen Francis, Marianna Wagner, Ines, Paula Henry andGinger Wilcox. I do believe you will like it and learn a lot.

It is important to get out of the comfort here in the rain and meet new people and subscribe to other blogs to learn and grow.

Here is the last 2 of her recap posts.

Posted by Missy Caulk-Ann Arbor- Realtor(R)- Ann Arbor Real Estate on 08/31/2008 04:26 PM

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68 Comments on Agent Genius

AUG

2008

Oooh, I *love* Agent Genius and just recently began to tweet with Lani and others. She introduced me to quite a few of her friends. Lani turned me on to Ubiquity, what a COOL tool.

I love AG and find it gives the "new" info that we used to get on AR when it began. It's a much more "industry professional" site and keeps us up-to-date on new trends, tools, ideas. When I start my day, it's the first blog I check.

Missy - I have subscribed to the AG through my google feed reader and I am an AG lurker. I don't believe I have ever commented there, but I do read it fairly regularly. Very good stuff.

Missy, I think I've been subscribing to Agent Genius since day one. It's always a great read.

Subscribed! Looks like some great reading. Now if I could add a few more hours to each day ~Rita

Hi Missy. This is one I have missed I will have to go check it out. Thanks for the heads up. Your blog looks great by the way!

Missy, I really enjoy Agent Genius as well. They have some really great posts, but I wasn't aware they were part of Active Rain.

Missy, ditto from all above.....they inspire on all levels! Thanks for putting this together. I didn't know there was a presence on AR.

Missy , the information I find here on active rain is why I became a member. My Web master does car dealerships and retail stores, but he is good, the problem with giving business to someone local is they aren't that real estate savvy. So I find more in the way of advances here. Steve

Missy, I apparently need to get out of the rain more because I am not familiar with Agent Genius

Missy, I'm with Jill I need to get out more as well.

Hi Missy. I followed the links and my first ever comment on another site. You will make a tech geek of me yet!:)

Ken

Hey Missy - thanks for the AG plug, I'm honored to be part of it and learn something every time a colleague writes a post. As for Steve's comment above about Lurking.....nothing wrong with that at all but keep in mind that we are all regular people and really love to get your feedback and your experiences.

Agent Genius is a blog from the industry to the industry and nothing like starting good dialogue in order to learn from each other - it's a non-abrassive platform too...so don't be afraid to add your 2 cents.

I have stopped by Agent a few time . Thanks for t push to look at it more.

Missy, I've recently started to really check out some of the other resources outside of the Rain. Agent Genius is consistently high caliber writing about existing issues and technology, as well as breaking trends and tools. I am also grateful for the interesting and sometimes very humorous way the writer's convey the information. I have to say that Mariana Wagner has had me LOL more than once. She has a gift!

Being new to Twitter, I'm kind of hesitant to follow people I don't know, but you are saying it's ok to do that. Maybe I'll get more adventurous and start following some of the writers there. Thanks for the info, Missy!

Missy - Love AG but didn't know they were here - should have guessed. I don't AG nearly as much as I would like.

Jeff

Hi Missy, thanks for this post. Just went to check out AG and love it...now on my Desktop so I remember to check in and read up. Also following them on Twitter...great stuff!

Missy, I have read a few of Agent Genius but don't read it regularly. I guess I better subscribe so I can keep up. Thanks!

Missy, Lani is so cool. I love her tweets, AG and Snarky Girls. If you haven't seen her and Poppy Dinsey in SG, you have got to go check them out. Very funny on-line video show. Seriously cute commentary where they answer any question desired. Hmm... Their fans have very interesting questions (LOL). You have soooo got to go see that. I don't want to be guilty of comment spam, so I haven't posted a link. However, if you want one, I will be very happy to accommodate you. ;-)

Missy, thanks for the tip. I am always interested in hearing what is new in technology and real estate

Missy - Lani and Ben live about five minutes from my house, and I am supposed to meet her for coffee soon. I haven't spent much time checking out Agent Genius yet, but it looks like a very high-caliber site.

Missy if you have recommened this site then it must be a must read. Im heading over there right after I finish writing this :) Thanks for the post.

Missy, thanks for the post about Agent Genius Blog - will be looking into it today!

Missy - I did not know about Agent Genius - I will look into that today - thanks! Enjoy the rest of your weekend.

I will be their next new lurker- I need to get back into the company of those discussing evolving issues and trends... sounds like a perfect fit. You really have blossomed with all the new technology! I am a bit overwhelmed with what to start with first.

Missy... I sometimes read Agent Genius ...... I also try to get out there, outside of the rain. It's been harder to find some time. But you bring up a good point that I need to keep in mind. thanks

Jeff Belonger

Missy, thanks for this information. I wasn't even aware of this, but will subscribe.

Missy having the HomeGain blog nominated for the Inman Innovator award alongside Agent Genius was an honor. I have been spending some time there and concur with you-its certainly worth a subscribe.

As I told you before...I've got a lot to catch up on. I think I'll have to just go check 'er out real soon. Thanks for sharing!! GBU!

Thanks for the AG plug! I love being a part of the exceptional writers that make up Agent Genius.

Hi Missy this sounds wonderul...we all are wanna be bloggers, most of us have not a clue..thanks for this resource...

Missy - You are right, we need to get out of our comfort zone, there are many great bloggers outside of AR that we should be watching. Thanks again for always sharing great tips.

Missy,

thanks for the heads up on this blogger. I'm going to check it out right now.

I will have to take some time and check it out. Thanks for sharing.

Oh, no I see another addiction around the corner! Glad you posted a link to the recap pages - a huge time saver!

Missy, I have subscribed. Paula Henry told me about this last week but I had not searched it out so now here it is. Thanks for sharing!

thanks for the update on this Missy... I'll check it out... Have a great labor day with your family...

Missy, I did not know about AG. Thanks for the heads up and I just subscribed.

Thanks Missy, I did not know anything about AG and what it offers. I will review it and probably subscribe.

Missy,
I have not read about this great blog, but seems very interesting and I believe that I will learn many things, thanks for sharing that with us, it is always to have more resources, so we can share and learn at the same time.
Ray Saenz

Agent Genius has a nice mix of insight, variety and attitude. I'm looking forward to meeting a lot of the AG bloggers in person at REBlogWorld next month.

Hello Missy.. I have seen this one in past.. Thanksfor the reminder

Agent Genius is wonderful. I find it very informative and have learned a great deal from it. The bloggers that post on it are sophisticated and experienced bloggers who offer up sound advice that would be hard to assimilate elsewhere.

SEP

2008

I like how you incorporated Snapshots into your post. Agent Genius is on top of cutting edge technology and we too recommend them highly.

I had seen them back before the name change. Jay T had written about it. I put it on my list of things I don't seem to get to. Guess I had better check it out. Thanks.

I appreciate the recommendation. I have not heard of this blog and will check it out.

Hi Missy, AG is great. I lurk there regularly and also keep tabs on them on Twitter. Great scoops and inspiration.. just like your posts!

I am envious of your energy and time management skills.

Agent Genius sounds very interesting. I guess I'll have to start getting up earlier (usually up at 5:15 am) so there will be more time to explore. With so much to choose from, it really helps to have a recommendation from someone who is obviously successful and savvy. Thanks.

Hi Missy - I love Agent Genius and like you I subscribe through my Google Reader. Good reliable real estate ideas.

Missy - Thanks so much for posting this! It's great to read comments from people that like AG, and from people beginning to discover it.

I'm honored to be an Agent Genius contributor. It's a great group os writers who are very giving of their time.

By the way, speaking of honored, it was a honor to meet you at Inman Connect!!

now I have to get off AR and go write post for AG, before Lani fires me! ;)

Jay

Hi Missy - Nice to hear you got some link love. I read agent genius from time to time.

Missy,

There is always room to grow in my place, so I'll take your word for it that Agent Genius might be able to widen my narrow horizons. I'll visit the site pronto.

Missy, I have to agree that Agent Genius is quite a place. I have learned quite a bit there and have forwarded many of thier posts to friends in the industry. Lani has got to be one of the keys there. After getting to know her on twitter, her servants attitude and ability to connect have been very inspiring

Guys, if I had tear ducts, I'd totally cry right now!!! Just kidding, I have working tear-makers :)

Missy, you are WONDERFUL for introducing Agent Genius to your AR buddies, thank you so much! What is so cool about AG is that we have so many varying types of writers from the brand new bloggers to the veteran bloggers and anyone can find *something* useful for their practice while there. Our goal has always been simple- to make the real estate profession better and from the comments it sounds like we're doing it!

PHOTO OF MISSY AND I:
<img src="http://agentgenius.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/09/meandmissy.jpg">
disclosure: we DID hang out at Inman but we hid from the papparazzi.

dang, the photo didn't work, you'll have to copy and paste the link in to see the AWESOMENESS that is the funny picture of us: http://agentgenius.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/09/meandmissy.jpg

Thanks Missy - I find many of the blogs I subscribe to through your recommendations - I have subscribed to this one and will check it out.

Missy, you know I'm a fan of yours and your vote of confidence only forces us to raise the bar even further.

To all of you that are lurkers and new to Ag, we all welcome you, chime in, let us know we're giving you something worth your time- I assure you, it only inspires us to give more.

We are bleeding edge, but to be honest, we're really giving you insight into technology and wrapping it into our businesses as inspiration. We bring it to you, and if it's of interest, you go, if not, the next post is on the way.

Thanks again, Benn

PS Missy, you're pretty rockin yourself ;)

Missy - thanks for the tip and heads up - we can always depend on you to keep us up to date - thanks

The LAni and Ben team are just awesome. Ben revamped the Twitter Agentgenius by updaitng more and following more and LANI is just a HOOT at night, she cracks me up most of the time but is real down to earth and a rockstar :D Showing my props and Love to them!

SEP

2008

Lani and Benn, thanks for stopping by, I hope your subscribers list goes up at AG, here and Twitter. Very funny photo, I think we are in one with Sheila and Nicky somewhere on Flickr. I was suprised how many here had not heard of the Innovators for 2008 !!

CTann, I have not checked out Snarky Girls but I will, thanks for the heads up ! Heard it on Twitter but wasn't sure what it was !

AgentGenius is "non-abrasive" because several people were banned for daring to disagree with some of the contributors.

Missy - I need to get back to blogging after spending all my free time outside enjoying a wonderful summer. Thanks for the new ideas. I always appreciate your valuable content and tips for improving my business. I'll be sure to check out.

SEP

2008

It's nice to get help from others in our groups here on Active rain.

SEP

2008

agent genius is well, genius - ok, maybe a little corny - but if you are into social media and in real estate or related profession you need to check it out

Missy this is a bookmark in my book.I'll try it. I agree with james that genius is a "little corny" and a relative word..but there are some outstanding writers out there.

SEP

2008

Missy: I am PRINTING this post so that I can put it on my desk and make absolutely certain that I check this out! Thank you so much for sharing and I look forward to sharing in the excitement.

Debe in Charlotte

SEP

2008

I really wish I had more time to devote to reading all these great blogs! I've been on AgentGenius a couple of times and I agree, it's a fantastic resource for us.

When my day has to be divided between homeschooling my daughter, cleaning the house, and keeping up with my leads, and clients, I'm lucky I have enough time to post my own blogs, let alone read and comment on others. LOL. I honestly don't know how some of the rest of you do it - but I admire ya!

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