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Our newest hire.....(drumroll)........Mr. Brad Andersohn!!

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Brad Andersohn, ActiveRainFor the last couple of months, every time I talk to someone on the phone who is just getting started with ActiveRain, I usually end my conversation by offering to send them a post that is a good compilation of what the heck ActiveRain is all about. There are a number of people who have written excellent posts like this, but the one I have bookmarked on my browser is this post by Brad Andersohn.

Over the last week, the opportunity presented itself to bring another team member into the fold. Actually, Brad and I created the opportunity. Since the day he joined ActiveRain as a member, February 25th, 2007 Brad has continually gone out of his way to reach out to other members and assist them in understanding the power of our network. On his sixth day on the network, Brad was already getting referrals. Within a month, Brad hosted a blogging 'how to/what is it' class for the local Realtor association in his area. His first ActiveRain instructional post aimed at helping newbies came only a few short weeks later. Since then, he has crafted many great posts aimed at teaching you about new technologies, exploring how to utilize existing ones to help your business and been an all around awesome contributor to our network. His recent post that worked a powerpoint presentations into his blog continued to push the envelope. (Don't worry, now that he's on the payroll, we'll make sure he gets the follow up 'How to insert a powerpoint in your blog' post up too)

It should go without saying that we are really excited to have him joining ActiveRain officially!!  (But I'll say it anyways......."We are EXCITED!!")

In mid February, Jonathan and I made a trip to San Francisco where we had dinner with a few members of the community. It was at this dinner that Brad pulled me aside and first expressed interest in joining the team. Brad wrote a great post about the magic of that particular evening, but he left out the part, that for me would end up being the most fruitful thing to come from that dinner. The seed had been planted. I think I can thank Jeff Turner for helping to water and nourish that seed. It was in a phone conversation a few weeks later between Jeff and Brad that Jeff asked Brad why he wasn't doing his passion. That conversation pushed Brad to follow up with me and see if we were looking to add to the team. 

Although at that particular time, we didn't necessarily have a specific role to fill (although we are looking for good programmers :-)) one of Jon's hiring philosophies is to find remarkable people and fit them into your organization. We certainly have room for growth and over the next couple of weeks Jon and I, with the help of Brad, carved out a great role for him here at ActiveRain. (OK, OK......it was Brad and I plotting behind the scenes, and me biding my time as I knew we have some stuff upcoming that Brad will be great with........and when the stars aligned, we presented it to Jon). You'll start to get a flavor of Brad's role here in the coming weeks and months as we work to perfect it as well. But just like Rich and Nicole and I, he is here to assist you with anything you need!

So without further ado...............Please welcome the next great addition to the ActiveRain team and family, Mr. Brad Andersohn 

(and of course, stop by and get Brad's version

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Neal Bloom
Brokered by eXp Realty LLC - Weston, FL
Realtor CRS-Weston FL Real Estate
I knew it...he hinted that to me in his email! Good luck Brad!
Mar 21, 2008 12:00 AM
Robert Hammerstein -
Christie's International Real Estate - Hillsdale, NJ
Bergen County NJ Real Estate
Bob-  { Bob Here } From one Bob to another, this was a great decision on A/R. I think everybody is excited about this and Congrats to all on this new hire. It can only be a good thing for everybody. Wait to go Brad!
Mar 21, 2008 01:34 AM
Diane Aurit
LKN Realty, LLC - Mooresville, NC
Lake Norman Real Estate
Bob, you guys and gals at AR never cease to amaze me.  Your vision and true understanding of what makes AR special to all of us does not waiver...hiring Brad is just another great example!
Mar 21, 2008 02:02 AM
* Rate A Home
Rate A Home - Saugatuck, MI
Bob,awesome ThemThem to your new team member, Excellent choice on The Rains part!
Mar 21, 2008 05:53 AM
Jeremy Blanton
Myrtle Beach Homes Blog - Myrtle Beach, SC
Myrtle Beach REALTOR®- myrtlebeachhomesblog.com
Bob- I think you guys are doing an awesome thing by hiring Brad.  His posts here of late have been so helpful to a newbie like me!
Mar 21, 2008 08:42 AM
Joseph Lang
Pillar To Post Professional Home Inspection - Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Home Inspector, Southern California
Congratulations Brad and all of AR!  That's great news.
Mar 21, 2008 12:31 PM
Doreen McPherson
Homesmart ~ Scottsdale ~ Tempe - Tempe, AZ
Phoenix Arizona Real Estate ~
Woo hoo!  What a team you are building.  I look forward to the coming changes.
Mar 21, 2008 02:11 PM
Gena Riede
Riede Real Estate, Lic. 01310792 - Sacramento, CA
Real Estate Broker - Sacramento CA Real Estate (916) 417-2699
Bob, what a geat asset Brad will be to the team. He exemplifies what is needed to host a great party here on Active Rain. I think he has done an outstanding job with the newbies and with us all for that matter...even the oldies.  Good pick for a man who has a lot of passion.
Mar 21, 2008 02:40 PM
Karen Monsour
Coldwell Banker Fort Lauderdale Beach - Fort Lauderdale, FL
REALTOR, SSRS - Sells FL Waterfront, Short Sale Expert!
Congratulations Brad!  I'm sure you will be an excellent asset to the already fabulous AR team!  I have learned so much from reading your posts so far!!! Keep up the great work, they are luck to have you!!! :-)
Mar 21, 2008 02:40 PM
Georgie Hunter R(S) 58089
Hawai'i Life Real Estate Brokers - Haiku, HI
Maui Real Estate sales and lifestyle info
Bob, great move on behalf of AcitveRain - Brad will certainly be an asset.  Pat yourself on the back!
Mar 21, 2008 03:49 PM
Marlene Scheffer
Realty Station - Bremerton, WA
Realtor to Kitsap County, WA
Congratulations to you both.  I'm curious to find out exactly what Brad's role in the rain is becoming... 
Mar 21, 2008 04:39 PM
Eric Kodner
Wayzata Lakes Realty: Eric Kodner Sells Twin Cities Homes - Minnetonka, MN
Wayzata Lakes Realty: Twin Cities, Madeline Island
Brad will be a fabulous addition to the AR staff.  He's helped so many members get started here!
Mar 21, 2008 04:43 PM
Kathy Clulow
Uxbridge, ON
Trusted For Experience - Respected For Results
Bob -Your perseverance will pay off ten fold -   Brad has been a very influential member contributing many many many helpful tips and tricks.
Mar 21, 2008 10:43 PM
Allison Stewart
St.Cloud Homes - Saint Cloud, FL
St. Cloud Fl Realtor, Osceola County Real Estate 407-616-9904
COngratulations Brad- it is members like you, that make Active Rain a great place to learn, share and be!
Mar 22, 2008 12:39 AM
Ryan Martin
Pacific Continental Realty, LLC - Bellingham, WA
Bellingham Commercial RE Broker

I just read about this Bob. This should work out great for both ActiveRain and Brad. He is a great guy. My only question is... are you going to convert him into a Seahawks Fan?

Mar 22, 2008 08:00 AM
Gary McNinch
Better Properties Real Estate - Renton, WA
Broker, Renton WA Real Estate

Hi Bob,  Nice move.

1.  Always Hire Talent

2.  Come from Contribution

Well, Brad has both qualities and has helped many of us here. 

List and Sell (and always hire talent first)   Gary @ RentonHomeFinder

Mar 22, 2008 11:56 PM
Christine Bohn
RE/MAX Professionals - Gainesville, FL
The Bohn Team, Gainesville FL
What a wonderful business decision for Active Rain.   I am a big fan of Brad, he has helped me very much.  I consider him an Active Rain mentor.  He will be a wonderful addition to your already wonderful TEAM.
Mar 23, 2008 01:08 PM
Danny Thornton
R & D Art - Knoxville, TN
WordPress Guru
Bob, Brad is a great addition to the team. I am off to read his version now.
Mar 27, 2008 01:11 AM
Cindy Lin
Staged4more School of Home Staging - South San Francisco, CA
Host, The Home Staging Show podcast

okay i am slow with the times, but better late than never. CONGRATS BRAD!!! ;) who knew there were all these lovely plotting behind the dinner? not only we saw a couple getting engaged, now AR got a new team member! woohoo!

cheers,

cindy

May 15, 2008 12:16 PM
Bob Stewart
ActiveRain - Seattle, WA
ActiveRain Ambassador

ActiveBrad,

No, you can't have a raise Brad

(even though you deserve one)

Nov 02, 2009 11:40 AM