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100 Days And Going Banana's...

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Real Estate Agent with HomeSmart Real Estate AZ Broker BR030809000

 

 

Did the title get your attention?  Did you think this was going to be yet another post about the benefits of eating banana's? Or maybe a post about how I've gone banana's this past 100 days?

 

Anna Banana Kruchten Real Estate Broker Owner Phoenix Property Shoppe

 

I started out the year knowing I had several big projects on the table. One was re-vamping the website so it's WAY MORE mobile friendly then it was. (And to think I thought I had it 'right' last year - HA). No, I did not!  The site was mobile friendly...per se. After I  attended a few workshops and listened intently to the experts tell me how MOST people use their phones to read just about everything online, I knew major tweaking had to be done. We're not quite half way through the process but we'll get there by the end of April.  At least that is my goal. I also tweaked our enewsletter as most of our clients do read it on their phones.  And I  wanted to make it as easy as possible for them to do so - just like the website.

 

The other big project in the works is building out a specific niche market - Moon Valley Lifestyle.  We're in the process of gathering lots of information about all the different neighborhoods and creating IDX searches and links.  I've gotten about 10 or so posts published with about 20 or so in draft. All I can say is I'm very happy to have several assistants helping me with this project as I've been super busy with clients and selling homes. Which by the way is my 'real' job!  I'm betting you can relate to that statement!

 

Last year I accomplished a massive 'market reports' project and I'm happy to say we've got it tweaked even better this first 100 days of 2016. It's really helped to get us ranked up with the big boys and girls and I am aiming to get even better at it in 2016.

 

As far as blogging at least 15 posts in month that's never been an issue for me. With so many market reports and now neighborhood posts there is little time left to write ' the good stuff'. What's the good stuff you ask?  I really enjoy writing real estate specific posts whether it be for agents, home sellers, home buyers or ambassador posts.  I manage to squeak a few in there a month but not nearly as many as I would prefer.  I expect that once the neighborhood niche is built out I'll have more time to get back to 'good stuff'! That is my goal.

 

Anna Banana Sells Phoenix Homes!
Happy Client - SOLD!

 

In between the above projects we've been in the process of re-branding my company back to Anna Banana - thus the new FOR SALE signs and other marketing materials. We're getting great feedback from clients and neighbors alike about the new look.  Many of them have said - OMG it's so back to the way you used to do it - we love it! Others have said - it's so happy and cheerful looking and when they see a SOLD sign up it makes them smile. Trust me you can't miss my new signs! I'm loving the feedback and results.

 

So how did I go banana's?  I have worked about 6+ weeks straight with Easter and yesterday off.  I realized on Saturday that I was really REALLY tired and I couldn't figure out why.  Duh?  Silly Banana!  Somehow I had become a temporary workaholic and that had to stop!  It's far past time to bring the fun back into my business!  Thus a fun, yet serious post.....success at it's best!

 

 

100 Days And Going Banana's...

 

 

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Comments (38)

Roger D. Mucci
Shaken...with a Twist 216.633.2092 - Euclid, OH
Lets shake things up at your home today!

You certainly got a lot accomplished Miss Banana.....keep it going.

Apr 11, 2016 09:05 PM
Anna "Banana" Kruchten

Roger D. Mucci you know me when I get started.....  And you are doing fantastic in your new position!

Apr 12, 2016 12:41 AM
Roger D. Mucci

Thanks, and loving it too.

Apr 12, 2016 12:45 AM
Silvia Dukes PA, Broker Associate, CRS, CIPS, SRES
Tropic Shores Realty - Ich spreche Deutsch! - Spring Hill, FL
Florida Waterfront and Country Club Living

 Good Job!  I always liked the sound of Anna Banana, it conjures thoughts and feelings of  happy, happy, happy!

Apr 11, 2016 09:08 PM
Anna "Banana" Kruchten

Silvia Dukes PA, REALTOR, CRS, CIPS, SRES thank you!  I have always believed one could be a professional and have fun too as well as make it fun for our clients.  Buying or selling real estate is supposed to be joyful and happy.  Maybe not in the middle of getting a home for sale....but the end goal surely can be.

Apr 12, 2016 12:43 AM
Sham Reddy CRS
Howard Hanna RE Services, Dayton, OH - Dayton, OH
CRS

Congratulations!!!

Keep it going and be an inspiration to most of us!!!

Apr 11, 2016 09:19 PM
Anna "Banana" Kruchten

Sham Reddy thank you!  I certainly will keep it going

Apr 12, 2016 12:43 AM
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

Congratulations on your feature recognition. Best wishes for continued success.

Apr 11, 2016 09:40 PM
Anna "Banana" Kruchten

Thank you Roy Kelley much appreciated.  And your flowers on FB this morning were lovely!

Apr 12, 2016 12:44 AM
Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Realtor

Clearly a very productive 100 days, Anna... and here's to the next 100 being more so!

Apr 11, 2016 10:15 PM
Anna "Banana" Kruchten

Nina Hollander yes indeed it's been productive and then some.  Same to you too!

Apr 12, 2016 12:45 AM
Jill Sackler
Charles Rutenberg Realty Inc. 516-575-7500 - Long Beach, NY
LI South Shore Real Estate - Broker Associate

I love your tag line, "Arizona's Top Banana." That has to make people smile. I'm positive all that work you put in will pay off.

Apr 11, 2016 11:03 PM
Anna "Banana" Kruchten

Jill Sackler thank you! Smile for sure!

Apr 12, 2016 12:45 AM
Sheila Anderson
Referral Group Incorporated - East Brunswick, NJ
The Real Estate Whisperer Who Listens 732-715-1133

Good morning Anna. It is exciting to read about all you have been doing. Love the sign.

Apr 11, 2016 11:28 PM
Anna "Banana" Kruchten

Sheila Anderson it is exciting around here!  And I also miss having more time in the BT group!  Thanks for your feedback!

Apr 12, 2016 12:46 AM
Richie Alan Naggar
people first...then business Ran Right Realty - Riverside, CA
agent & author

Anna Banana Kruchten ...has a peel? (appeal)

That is one of the best signs/marketing I have ever seen. It is pure "capture" food. I highly recommend this sign face be put everywhere, on everything & get yourself a wheelbarrow too. You are going to need it to shovel the monies into

 

Apr 12, 2016 12:17 AM
Richie Alan Naggar

You deserve all good that is upon you Anna Banana Kruchten 

Apr 12, 2016 02:08 AM
Anna "Banana" Kruchten

Richie Alan Naggar mr appealing!  You get it!  And I'm so thankful to have our clients appreciate bringing the 'fun' back into the marketing.  We're working on all the marketing materials - thankfully I've got a fanastic graphic artist who is such whiz at all this stuff.  She is amazing and I'll write about her one of these days.

Apr 12, 2016 12:49 AM
Pat Starnes-Front Gate Realty
Front Gate Real Estate - Brandon, MS
601-991-2900 Office; 601-278-4513 Cell

Now I know that you use the "Top Banana" in your personal branding. Looks great, and is certainly memorable. Way to go!

Apr 12, 2016 02:14 AM
Anna "Banana" Kruchten

Pat Starnes yes I've been AZ Top Banana for many years! It just stuck!  Thanks for your feedback!

Apr 12, 2016 06:58 AM
Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist
KD Realty - 408.972.1822 - San Jose, CA
Probate Real Estate Services

Miss Anna Banana, that is what happens when we get so focused on completing tasks.  We just want to stay on them until they are done. I love your new signs.  Why did you ever step away from that brand? 

Apr 12, 2016 03:41 AM
Anna "Banana" Kruchten

Kathleen Daniels haha you are the queen of staying focused - a very good thing indeed. Back in 08 when the market tanked in Phoenix the banana brand wasn't the right message for the time. Thankfully we've been back to a normal market for several years now.

Apr 12, 2016 07:00 AM
Ed Silva, 203-206-0754
Mapleridge Realty, CT 203-206-0754 - Waterbury, CT
Central CT Real Estate Broker Serving all equally

I have noticed the frequency and diversity of the market reports you have posted, all of which should get you the results you are realizing.  Take a break and catch your breath so you can enjoy it as well.

Apr 12, 2016 04:25 AM
Anna "Banana" Kruchten

Ed Silva right - take a break!  You know how it goes..between clients in town, clients coming to town plus other big projects it take a village to run a smooth sailing office.

Apr 12, 2016 07:01 AM
Dick Greenberg
New Paradigm Partners LLC - Fort Collins, CO
Northern Colorado Residential Real Estate

Hi Anna - Great work, Anna. For those of us toiling in the world of IDX websites and market reports, your post has a familiar theme - maybe Hercules cleaning the Augean Stables :) Don't skimp on the fun time - it's what keeps us sane.

Apr 12, 2016 04:37 AM
Anna "Banana" Kruchten

Dick Greenberg hmmm Hercules cleaning the Augean Stables LOL.  With a name like 'Banana' there is always time for fun :)


 

Apr 12, 2016 07:02 AM
Debbie Laity
Cedaredge Land Company - Cedaredge, CO
Your Real Estate Resource for Delta County, CO

Whew...I got tired just reading your post about all the projects you're working on. I'm very impressed. Take some time off. Kick back and relax. 

Apr 12, 2016 09:04 AM
Anna "Banana" Kruchten

Debbie Laity now how could you get tired from reading my post? You do a lot of market reports day in and day out!! And do keep in mind I do have 2 assistants helping me with all these projects while I'm with clients.

Apr 12, 2016 10:37 AM
Julie A. Black
KAUAI DREAMS REALTY Kauai Real Property Specialist - Kapaa, HI
CLHMS, CRS, GRI, Realtor, Broker

Yes it sounds like your doing a lot. My new goal is to have some time off on weekends, like a "normal" person. I'm doing better.

Apr 12, 2016 11:35 AM
Anna "Banana" Kruchten

Julie A. Black you'll get there!  If you can hire a good assistant and watch your business really take off (and you can take time off too)

Apr 13, 2016 08:26 AM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
St. George Utah Area Residential Sales Agent

Glad you have gone back to the Bananas theme Anna, it's catchy. It says a lot about you, especially that you love what you do and have FUN too!

Apr 12, 2016 11:41 AM
Anna "Banana" Kruchten

Wanda Kubat-Nerdin me too!  It's way more fun! Plus my clients have made it clear they like having the banana brand back in town! I've always thought buying and selling a home can be a pleasant and fun experience and that is always my goal with clients.

Apr 13, 2016 08:27 AM
Jeff Dowler, CRS
eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA
The Southern California Relocation Dude

Anna

This was a great read, as I knew it would be once I saw your title! Congratulations on all the progress you have made, with more to come!

Jeff

Apr 12, 2016 03:19 PM
Anna "Banana" Kruchten

Jeff Dowler CRS thank you kind sir!  I appreciate your support and as I've said before YOU were my first role model in the rain way back when.  Thank YOU!

Apr 13, 2016 08:28 AM
Liz and Bill Spear
Transaction Alliance 513.520.5305 www.LizTour.com - Mason, OH
Transaction Alliance Cincinnati & Dayton suburbs

AB, That's the challenge in this job, there's NEVER a shortage of things to do.  Sounds like you're working SMART and HARD, and big rewards are in your future for the effort.  Keep on going bananas!

Apr 13, 2016 07:33 AM
Anna "Banana" Kruchten
HomeSmart Real Estate - Phoenix, AZ
602-380-4886

Liz and Bill Spear never a shortage of things to accomplish. Thanks to you BILL I was able to work through my latest project and make it work well. I so appreciate you taking the time to toss things around me regarding seo etc.  That is what makes the ActiveRain community so amazing - we're all willing to reach out and support each other along the journey.

Apr 13, 2016 08:31 AM
Liz and Bill Spear

Always happy to help!  What I know, I know because others here have shared with me over the years.  I love to see other Rainers succeed with their efforts!

Apr 13, 2016 10:09 AM
Bob Crane
Woodland Management Service / Woodland Real Estate, KW Diversified - Stevens Point, WI
Forestland Experts! 715-204-9671

Wow Anna!

You have been very busy, I am glad that you have a good staff so that you can find time to sell some real estate too.

Btw, I like that big happy banana too!

 

Apr 13, 2016 12:29 PM
Anna "Banana" Kruchten

Bob Crane it's been crazy busy and fun too. I am so thankful to have the staff I have - we are a great team!  Thanks for the feedback on the happy banana - all our clients are loving it and that's what counts.

Apr 16, 2016 08:38 AM
Kimo Stowell
HI Pro Realty LLC RB-21531 - Honolulu, HI
REALTOR Associate® RS-76763 - Honolulu Hawai'i

Aloha Banana, I always get the impression you enjoy life and your career as a Real Estate agent. That positivity is very appealing in an agent. Go get'em in 2016!

Apr 24, 2016 07:10 AM