Back in my days as a mechanic,one of the guys we worked with was as lazy as the day is long. He rarely finished a job but rarely got in trouble for goofing off. His secret was that at least once an hour he would make a point of walking in front of the foreman’s office with an old part or some type of tool. He never fixed anything but he always looked busy.
Tonight I attended 5:00 mass and was reminded of my old friend. The priest giving the homily mentioned that at the VA hospital he serves at he has instructed his staff to be visible. He stated that visibility leads to credibility. I don’t know how credible my friend was years ago but as the old saying goes, seeing is believing.
What are my bosses ( client’s ) believing about me? Am I staying in front of them with tools of the market? Do they know I’m doing everything I can to serve their needs? I guess the best way to find out is call them and be visible.
Coldwell Banker Harris McHaney & Faucette - Bella Vista, AR
Great post! You are right seeing is believing. One month I call all my clients, new and old, the next month I email, and send out post cards.
Mar 19, 2011 02:47 PM
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties - Beverly Hills, CA
Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002
Joe great visdom in this post, being a "secret agent" does not help the "brand" on the other hand "visibility" does.
Mar 19, 2011 02:50 PM
Keller Williams Realty - Flower Mound, TX
Assoc. Broker Realtor SFR Dallas Ft. Worth
Joe, that out of sight out of mind is not a good thing..... stay in regular touch then people will remember you.
Mar 19, 2011 03:04 PM
Keller Williams Realty - McKinney, TX
CRS ABR (McKinney Realtor)Texas
Keep upfront and visible and you will always be remembered. Out of sight and out of mind!
Mar 19, 2011 04:53 PM
Realty Executive Midwest - Darien, IL
Better Than Your Average Joe
Diana- Great job keep up the good work.
Endre- Thank you, It's no use to have vision if you don't use it.
Gary- People have so much on their mind these days they ned a reminder.
Connie- Did you use Gary Woltal's computer? :)
Mar 20, 2011 01:55 AM
Coldwell Banker Access Realty ~ 478.960.8055 - Warner Robins, GA
Realtor - Homes for Sale in Warner Robins GA
Our buyers, sellers, and prospective clients are all watching us Joe...have to remain vigilant by being busy and letting them see we have their best interests in mind.
Mar 20, 2011 03:28 AM
Realty Executive Midwest - Darien, IL
Better Than Your Average Joe
How does that song go from the 80's? "Somebodys Watching Me". Have a great Sunday.
Mar 20, 2011 04:38 AM
Live in Laramie Real Estate, Laramie, Wyoming - Laramie, WY
Broker/Co-Owner, Laramie, Wyoming
Joe - Short, sweet and to the point! But your example triples the impact! Great post!
Mar 20, 2011 10:33 AM
KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY GULF COAST - Pace, FL
Selling NW Florida Homes in Pace/Milton/Pensacola FL
Helllo there Joe Kenny, I have to tell you your posts are getting so good. I really enjoy reading them. Keep it up.
Mar 20, 2011 02:53 PM
KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY GULF COAST - Pace, FL
Selling NW Florida Homes in Pace/Milton/Pensacola FL
Helllo there Joe Kenny, I have to tell you your posts are getting so good. I really enjoy reading them. Keep it up.
Mar 20, 2011 02:53 PM
KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY GULF COAST - Pace, FL
Selling NW Florida Homes in Pace/Milton/Pensacola FL
Helllo there Joe Kenny, I have to tell you your posts are getting so good. I really enjoy reading them. Keep it up.
Mar 20, 2011 02:53 PM
KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY GULF COAST - Pace, FL
Selling NW Florida Homes in Pace/Milton/Pensacola FL
Helllo there Joe Kenny, I have to tell you your posts are getting so good. I really enjoy reading them. Keep it up.
Mar 20, 2011 02:53 PM
Realty Executive Midwest - Darien, IL
Better Than Your Average Joe
Ultima Real Estate - Corpus Christi - Corpus Christi, TX
Home Sales In Corpus Christi, TX
Joe,
You are so right, being visible is really important in our profession and that means staying in contact with our clients.
Mar 20, 2011 04:19 PM
Realty Executive Midwest - Darien, IL
Better Than Your Average Joe
Brenda- How did I miss your comment, I'm sorry. Short and sweet is sometinmes thee best way to be.
Suzzane- Visibility really is important. Have a great week.
Mar 20, 2011 04:49 PM
RLAH@properties - Washington, DC
Home in the Capital
Oh, Joe! I think the secret is to both be visible and to work your butt off! Cute post.
Mar 21, 2011 05:04 AM
Realty Executive Midwest - Darien, IL
Better Than Your Average Joe
Pat, how much more can I work off, I have nothing left. Ok well maybe I have a little.
Mar 21, 2011 09:54 AM
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