client appreciation program: 5 Ways to Touch Base with Clients This Summer
- 06/23/15 12:31 AM
The summer is a great time to connect with your clients. The longer days offer fun opportunities to meet up with your clients face-to-face, which is one of the best ways to connect with them. Here are a few ideas to get you started. Host a Client Appreciation Party. A fun summer client party is often a slam dunk for real estate professionals who want to meet up with several clients at once. Invite your whole database or just your A+ and A clients—it’s up to you! Plan a fun barbeque, a beach day, a picnic in the park, etc. Client parties … (6 comments)
client appreciation program: The Essential Client Party Checklist
- 05/19/15 01:11 AM
Whether you’re planning your first client party or your tenth, it’s helpful to have a checklist to follow to ensure that you haven’t missed a thing. Here’s a short checklist of tasks to complete while you’re planning your client party (as well a few things to do afterwards): • Choose a theme. Keep the time of the year as well as any upcoming holidays in mind. Decorate accordingly. • Call the caterers. Although you can prepare the food yourself, it saves time and frustration to have it prepared for you. • Decide who to invite. You don’t need to invite your whole database. You can keep it … (1 comments)
client appreciation program: 5 Pop-By Ideas for Your Current Sellers
- 04/28/15 01:09 AM
Selling a home can be a stressful and emotional process for many people. Take the stress out by delivering one of these Pop-Bys to your current sellers. Packing supplies. Ease the pain of moving by delivering boxes, bubble wrap and tape to your sellers. Add your personal touch to it with tape that features your name and logo on it. Water and energy bars. Packing is an exhausting process. Keep your clients fueled with water and energy bars—a combination sure to keep them energized. Cleaning supplies. Packing and moving can be dirty. Deliver rubber gloves, sponges or dusters to your sellers to help them … (5 comments)
client appreciation program: 5 Pop-By Ideas for Your Current Buyers
- 04/23/15 01:09 AM
Homeownership is a big step, especially for first-time buyers. Show your buyers that you’re thinking of them with these helpful and thoughtful Pop-By gifts. Moving boxes and tape. You can never have too many boxes or too much tape when you’re moving into a new home. Personalize the packing tape with your logo and information so that when family and friends help your clients move, they know who their agent was. Energy bars. Moving—even the thought of it—can zap the energy of most people. Keep your buyers focused on the end-goal with a box of energy bars. A plant. Nothing says ‘home’ like a … (7 comments)
client appreciation program: 4 Client Party Ideas for Spring
- 04/14/15 01:10 AM
Get social with your clients this spring! The warmer temperatures and longer days make it the perfect time to host a client appreciation party for your best clients. Face-to-face contact is one of the best ways to touch base with your clients, express your appreciation for their business and referrals and remind them that you’re never too busy for their referrals. Here are some spring-tastic ideas!
Planting party. If you have a green thumb, invite your favorite clients over for a planting party. You supply the dirt, water, gloves and plants or seeds. Invite them to bring a pot or two of … (13 comments)
client appreciation program: 5 Ideas for Spring Pop-Bys
- 03/31/15 12:58 AM
The spring is a great time to pop by to your favorite clients with a special treat to show how much you appreciate their business and referrals. The seasons is also one of the busiest times in many real estate markets, as buyers begin their search for a new home and sellers clean the clutter in preparation for listing. Make sure you stay at the top of their minds with these seasonal Pop-By gifts.
Easter baskets with candy. If your clients celebrate Easter and have children, deliver Easter baskets to them, filled with candy, inexpensive toys and … (6 comments)
client appreciation program: Reconnect With Your Clients Through Personal Notes
- 12/10/14 12:39 AM
It happens to the best of us—we lose touch with a client or two after the transaction has closed. We didn’t mean for it to happen; we just got busy, stopped communicating with them and the relationship fell by the wayside. Can you ever get that relationship back? Of course you can, silly! And a hand-written personal note is one of the best ways to get that relationship back. Why a personal note? In this highly digital age, most of us don’t receive personal mail anymore. Sure, that bill or circular is addressed to us, but it doesn’t convey a personal message. A hand-written … (1 comments)
client appreciation program: Surprise Your Clients with These Fun Pop-By Gifts
- 11/30/14 11:38 PM
The holidays offer the perfect opportunity to visit your best clients and deliver seasonal Pop-By gifts. Pop-Bys show your clients that you appreciate their business and the referrals they’ve sent to you this year. They also allow you to get valuable face time with your clients to say hello, check in, chit chat and reaffirm that you’re never too busy for their questions or their referrals. However, many agents become stuck thinking of the perfect Pop-By items to deliver to their clients. After all, the gift should show how much you appreciate them, right? Pop-Bys don’t have to be fancy or … (16 comments)
client appreciation program: Pop by to Your Favorite Clients with These Festive Fall Items
- 10/01/14 12:14 AM
Pop-Bys are a fun and easy way to remind your clients that you care and that you’re never too busy for their referrals. Take advantage of the season with these autumn-themed ideas. 1. A small bag of apples or a pumpkin. Celebrate the season with the autumn’s most iconic items. Put a few apples or pumpkins into a small decorative bag or box. 2. Flower bulbs. Do you have clients with green thumbs? The autumn is an ideal time to plant flower bulbs that will bloom in the spring, such as tulips, daffodils and crocuses. 3. Preserves. Help your clients remember the tastes of summer … (3 comments)
client appreciation program: Ring in the Autumn with These Client Party Ideas
- 09/23/14 12:09 AM
Struggling for ideas for your next client party? Embrace the season in your theme. The autumn is bursting with warm colors and evokes feelings of togetherness. As we approach the end of the year, the fall provides a warm-up for the oh-so-social holiday season. Drive home the spirit of the season with these fun fall client party ideas. For families Get haunted. From corn mazes to haunted hayrides, the autumn offers plenty of fun activities for families. Book a hayride at a local farm and invite your top clients and their families to enjoy an evening of spooky adventure. Carve it out. Pumpkin carving … (0 comments)
client appreciation program: 5 Ways to Make Your Summer Client Party Unforgettable
- 06/30/14 01:24 AM
Have you started planning your summer client party? The summer is a great time to host a client party to thank your clients for their business and for their referrals. The warm weather and sunshine lend to a fun and festive entertaining environment. Make your party stand out from the other parties your clients will attend this summer. Here are five ways to add personal touches to your party and make it memorable: 1. Get creative to ensure that your décor fits the theme of your party. Find inspiration from Pinterest or crafty websites, including Martha Stewart. Or, if you don’t have the time … (1 comments)
client appreciation program: 3 Ways to Help Your Clients Refer You
- 06/17/14 01:33 AM
When you work by referral, your relationships with your clients drive your business. In order to build your relationships with your best clients and become their trusted advisor, it’s essential to send your clients information that they’re sure to find interesting and informative. While they’re sure to glean valuable knowledge from the information you send, it also helps you to stay top of mind. The more information that you send to your clients, the better you’re able to separate yourself from the competition and establish yourself as the real estate expert of your community. However, something greater happens when you send … (0 comments)
client appreciation program: 5 Ideas for Summer Pop-Bys
- 06/10/14 01:10 AM
If you need an excuse to get outside and away from your desk, deliver some Pop-Bys to your favorite clients. The summer is the perfect time to deliver Pop-Bys; after all, who wants to be indoors when the sun is out and the weather is nice? But, what will you bring to your clients? Here are a few ideas to get you started: Beach stuff—toys, towel, flip flops: Perfect for your clients with kids, beach toys are inexpensive and provide hours of fun. Sunscreen and bug spray: Most people spend more time outdoors during the summer months. However, this can mean sunburns and bug … (4 comments)
client appreciation program: Planning a Summer Client Party? 5 Fun Ideas
- 06/04/14 01:34 AM
The summertime is nearly here, making it a great time to break out the sunscreen and ice-cold beverages and plan a summer client party. Client parties are a fun way to connect with your clients and show them that you appreciate their business. And, with summer the ideal time for outdoor entertaining, you can’t go wrong with these fun ideas: A barbecue Who doesn’t love a barbecue? Even the thought of food on the grill is enough to make most people salivate in anticipation of the first bite. Keep it simple with burgers, hot dogs, veggie burgers and grilled veggies, as well as a … (0 comments)
client appreciation program: 3 Ways to Boost the Open Rate of Your Email Marketing Campaigns
- 05/20/14 01:46 AM
Email marketing is one component of your marketing plan, and an important part of your overall strategy. However, in this day and age, when many people are trying to simplify their lives by setting up email filters to weed out spam-like messages, it can be difficult to make sure that your messages are being read. People are more likely to open mail from the people they know, and email is no different. Your relationship to your clients may get your message into their Inbox; here are three ways to help ensure that they read it. 1. Send great content. What constitutes “great content?” … (0 comments)
client appreciation program: Client Party Planning for Introverts
- 04/03/14 01:57 AM
Client parties are a great way to catch up with clients and show appreciation in a fun and relaxing environment. However, while many real estate professional in the business are natural social butterflies, there are quite a few who are naturally introverted. That’s not to say that they don’t like being around people; introverts are just better one-on-one. For introverts, being in large groups is often overwhelming experience that can sap their energy. Because of this, planning a client party is often a daunting experience. Never fear; if the prospect of planning a client party makes you anxious, here are some … (3 comments)
client appreciation program: How to Throw a Memorable Spring Client Party
- 03/24/14 12:59 AM
Spring is right around the corner—even for those on the East Coast, believe it or not; it’s time to start planning your spring client party. Client parties are a great way to connect with your best clients and express your gratitude for the referrals they send your way. Here are a few tips for throwing a great client party this spring or any time of year. 1. Start planning early. Time flies! Choose a date a month or two in the future to give you plenty of time to plan the event. Venues fill up quickly, especially in the spring and summer, as do … (2 comments)
client appreciation program: Working with Buyers: Why Character Counts
- 02/05/14 12:23 AM
According to the 2013 Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers, an annual report published by the Nationally Association of REALTORS, buyers ranked “honesty and integrity” as one of the most important skills for a real estate agent to have. Additionally, 25% said that these qualities were the most important reasons for choosing an agent to work with. We all want to work with someone we trust; who we know has our best interests at heart. Character builds trust. People with good character are reliable and follow through with their promises. When you call when you say you will, send them a personal … (2 comments)
client appreciation program: 5 Ideas for February Pop-Bys
- 02/04/14 12:11 AM
February is a great time to deliver Pop-Bys to your favorite clients. The winter season and Valentine’s Day provide the perfect excuses to drop by your clients’ houses with a special treat to thank them for their business. Stuck about what to give them? Try one of these ideas below: Candy or other sweet treats—Take advantage of the season and deliver Valentine’s Day-themed candy and chocolate to your favorite clients. A favorite beverage—Does your client love caramel lattes from the local coffee shop? Pick one up and deliver it to them at work. Snow brush or ice scraper—Although spring is on the horizon, … (2 comments)
client appreciation program: Get Social with Your Next Client Party
- 12/13/13 12:42 AM
If you’re throwing a client party this holiday season, social media is a great way to get your guests excited about the big day. It even gives those folks who cannot attend a glimpse into service you offer to your best clients. Here are a few ideas to help you utilize social media into your next client party. Organize an event page on Facebook for your guests. It’s easy to do and it gives your guests a chance to see who’s coming to your party. Post updates leading up to the event with teaser information about the food or any door prizes you may raffle … (0 comments)
The summer is a great time to connect with your clients. The longer days offer fun opportunities to meet up with your clients face-to-face, which is one of the best ways to connect with them. Here are a few ideas to get you started.
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