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My Voice, My Thoughts, My Responsibility

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Real Estate Agent with Keller Williams Elite RM423455

One of the tenants I live by is, “I am responsible for me, for my actions, what I say, and who I am. If I accept this responsibility, I have found a greater sense of power and freedom. This tenant plays itself out in the voice I have chosen in my blog life.My Voice, My Thoughts, My Responsibility

I want a voice which is positive and is mainly directed towards potential clients. I blog on Active Rain and have learned a great deal from my fellow bloggers. I value the relationships on this platform, but the majority of posts are directed at potential buyers and sellers of real estate in the Lancaster PA area.

Positive rules of relationships are important to me in my blog posts. I value direct and private conversation when a disagreement arises or clarification is needed. Rarely, if ever, do I write a reactive post to those with which I disagree. If I do, it will be positive and not meant to be strident. One post I wrote like this was, “Procuring Cause Needs to Go the Way of the Horse and Buggy.” This post was in response to one written by Alan May. It was not a reaction to his post, but a way for me to express my view regarding procuring cause. I definitely have an opinion and am not afraid to use my voice to express my thoughts.

When debate was raging among bloggers on Active Rain whether real estate agents are professional or not, I chose not to engage in a reaction to other comments or posts. I wrote a post entitled, “I am a Real Estate Professional in Lancaster PA” This was a way for me to give voice to my thoughts in a positive manner. I do not like to disagree with others in public if I have not engaged them directly through a phone call or email. This is one of the ways that I honor what I consider to be positive rules of relationships.

One thing I have realized is this voice and style is less likely to capture the attention of others. I tend to avoid controversy and sarcasm. Recently there was featured post on the lack of appearance etiquette of another agent. Nothing wrong with it, but it was not my style. It was not my tone. In so many ways it expressed values which I do not embrace. Again, I am not saying this disparagingly. I do not want to call out the appearance of another in a public forum. This is something which is not that important to me. My appearance is important to me, but your appearance is much less so.

I take responsibility for my voice. I have chosen it. It serves me well. I look forward to further dialogue with my Active Rain friends or my personal friends.

 

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Comments (4)

Steve, Joel & Steve A. Chain
Chain Real Estate Investments & Mortgage, Steve & Joel Chain - Cottonwood, CA

"One thing I have realized is this voice and style is less likely to capture the attention of others."

Cal,

You'll attract the attention of those who share similar values.  We can define those in an exclusive or inclusive way. Great new year statement. SC

Dec 31, 2011 09:23 AM
Mimi Foster
Falcon Property Company - Colorado Springs, CO
Voted Colorado Springs Best Realtor

I totally agree with you, Cal.  It accomplishes nothing to engage.  I pray your year is truly wonderful.

Dec 31, 2011 06:02 PM
Cal Yoder
Keller Williams Elite - Lititz, PA
Homes For Sale in Lancaster PA - 717.413.0744

Steve, great comment and view. Actually quite thought provoking for me. It has been great to get to know you and I wish you the very best in 2012.

Mimi, I hope your 2012 is a very blessed year. It is sooo good to hear from you.

Cal

Dec 31, 2011 11:48 PM
Ann Hayden 636-399-7544
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Select Properties-St. Louis Missouri - Des Peres, MO
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Cal,

Engaging can cause hard feelings and misunderstandings!  I tend to stay away from engaging as well.  I stick on the positive side of life!

Happy New Year!

Ann Hayden in Wildwood, MO

Jan 01, 2012 02:12 PM