client parties: 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 parties: 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 parties: 3 Reasons to Start Using Instagram
- 11/24/14 11:33 PM
If you’re like most agents, you want to have a presence on whatever social media platform is the most relevant at the time. First it was Facebook, and then everyone flocked to Pinterest. While these are great platforms for sharing photos and information about listings and tips for home buyers and sellers, many agents are beginning to turn their attention to Instagram. Instagram is a photo-driven social media site allows you to edit and post photos, as well as short 15-second videos to your feed on the site, Facebook, Twitter and other popular social media sites. Here are a few reasons to get active … (2 comments)
client parties: It’s Not Too Late! Generate More Leads This Fall
- 11/03/14 10:21 PM
Did you know that the autumn is one of the best times to generate leads for your business? While check-in phone calls are important to stay on the tops of your clients’ minds, things like personal notes, client parties and Pop-Bys help you to express your appreciation for your clients while generating a stream of reliable leads. Here are three ways to take advantage of the season, connect with your clients and generate leads. Write a personal note to say “Thanks!” Personal notes not only show your clients that you’re thinking of them, they also make them feel special. While you don’t … (2 comments)
client parties: Start Planning Now for a Successful 2015
- 11/02/14 11:02 PM
Although the year is winding down, it’s also important to look ahead and think about the steps you can take now to have an even more successful 2015. After all, it’s the seeds you sow now that result in the referrals and closed transactions that you’ll receive next year. Here are five things to do now to set up for a great year. 1. Focus on lead generation. Your daily proactive lead generation—your calls, notes and Pop-Bys—is as important now as it is at any other time of year. Luckily, the nature of the season makes it a great time to check-in … (1 comments)
client parties: 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 parties: Your Fall Business Checklist
- 09/08/14 01:35 AM
Did you know that fall is a great time to review your business plan, assess your progress toward your goals and finish the year strong? The fall also features several holidays that provide the perfect opportunity connect with your clients, especially if you haven’t spoken to them in a while. Here are five things to do this fall that will help you achieve your goals this year. 1. Review your goals. If you haven’t reviewed your goals recently, the fall is a great time to do so. Take the time to assess how close you are to reaching your goals, and think about what … (1 comments)
client parties: 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 parties: 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)
client parties: 3 Ways to Start 2014 Strong
- 12/04/13 12:26 AM
Although you may have met your goals this year, it’s not the time to take a break from lead generation…yet. Now is the time to lay the foundation for a fantastic 2014. Luckily, the social nature of the holiday season makes a fun time to reconnect with your clients and show them that you’re happy to be their trusted real estate agent. Here are three ways to set yourself up for a strong start in 2014. Adopt a sprinter mindset. Most of us think like marathoners, focusing on a distant target and working nonstop until we get there. No wonder so many … (1 comments)
client parties: Optimize Your Social Media Over the Holidays
- 11/27/13 12:32 AM
Thanksgiving signals the start of the holiday season, so let’s get social! The holiday season offers an ideal time to connect with your clients and show that you care. In addition to calls, notes and Pop-Bys, social media offers a quick way to connect with your clients. It also allows you to exhibit your competence and character for your clients and their connections to see. If you’ve been shy about using social media to connect with your network or if you’re out of ideas for things to post, here are three suggestions: 1. Pin photos of your Pop-Bys to Pinterest, or post photos … (0 comments)
client parties: 3 Ideas for a Fun Holiday Client Party to Fit Any Budget
- 11/14/13 12:32 AM
If you haven’t hosted a client party yet this year, the holidays provide the perfect opportunity to host one for your A+ and A clients. Client parties give you a chance to express your gratitude to your clients, while giving your clients the opportunity to network with others in the community. A great holiday party doesn’t have to break the bank. Here are three holiday client party ideas sure to fit any budget: Hey, Big Spender: Formal holiday Soirée A black tie or semi-formal affair is a great way to end the year and thank your best clients for their referrals. Rent … (1 comments)
client parties: 4 Ideas for a Memorable Fall Client Party
- 10/18/13 01:26 AM
The autumn is the perfect time to host a client party for your A+ and A clients. Client parties are a great way to thank your clients for their business. They also provide an opportunity for your best clients to network with one another, a service that reinforces your position as the hub of their networks. If you haven’t hosted a party this year, what are you waiting for? Here are some ideas to get you started: Apple or Pumpkin Picking A “must-do” activity for many families in the fall, apple or pumpkin picking at a local U-pick farm is a great way to bring … (3 comments)
client parties: 5 Ways to Say "Thanks" to Your Best Clients for Referrals
- 10/14/13 01:22 AM
Today is Thanksgiving in Canada, a day to express gratitude and appreciation for what we have. Although we don’t celebrate Thanksgiving in the United States until next month, it’s still a good time to start thinking about those clients who have given us referrals, especially multiple referrals, in the past year. When you work by referral, the referrals given by your clients are the bread-and-butter of your business—they help you to thrive and reach your goals. To show your appreciation, and to encourage more referrals, it’s important to express your gratitude. After all, they don’t have to refer you to their friends … (3 comments)
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):
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