What to write, what to write, WHAT to write?

I vacillate between nothing having any ideas and having too many ideas. Your post is a good reminder that sometimes just writing is a good springboard for good ideas.

It is often a challenge for new bloggers to decide what to write.  As a new agent can always write about their experiences.  What did you see when you previewed homes today?  Did you go on an agent caravan or tour (if offered in your area) to get familiar with inventory and homes in the area?  Blog about an upcoming open house.  Always many things of interest to write about.

Alan May I just make sure to be open to sources - newspaper articles, whatever may have happened in my personal or professional life that's appropriate, inspiration from other people. And I'm maybe unusual - I refuse to hold myself to a schedule. The minute I make it routine like that, it's going to become a chore and I'll stop doing it.

So true, and also true when you fall off the wagon and for whatever reason take a break. Like any prospecting, you have to do it for it to be effective.

Alan May ~ what to write "as well as" being afraid to write is a thing, I should know because (in the beginning) both categories fit me to a tee. Baby steps are the way to go. Take it slow but keep it consistent and you'll find the magic of AR and success    

Here is a tip that I use quite often. I scroll through my "trash" email box to review the forgotten conversations I've had throughout the day through email. I'm looking for something amusing and informative, and if it ticks me off, all the better.

Without specifically naming names or property addresses, a blogger can still find a way to discuss the topic in her blog. Don't have to get personal about it. I always find something to write about in my emails. Could not imagine a day without something happening.

There are NO BORING DAYS in real estate.

Great advice Alan May, I was once a lurker, it took me nearly a year before I wrote my first blog. I wish I had jumped right in. Better late than never.

I'm just posting baby pictures.  That's all I have lately.  

And if you can't find your old cheerleader's sweater - you can borrow mine anytime! 

Might want to re-purposed this post for a re-blog. This is so much inspiration for a lot of people!

Thanks Coach,

A lot of us need the nudge!

Hi Alan- I'd say that your agent has the best cheerleader and mentor they could possibly have!!! You write as you speak and that's what makes a great post. 

Hello

Thanks for sharing the information with us

Have a great day ahead.

I write all the time, and still come up wondering what to write about sometimes. When it comes to my weekly newsletter, I often get inspiration from reading Active Rain posts.

Morning Alan, great advise.  You have to start somewhere.  Participating in reading and commenting on other posts will also help people engage with you on your own posts.  Looking forward to your next post.

If those new agents just stop and think intently for two minutes, they can come up with at least five topics.  Same thing in my office re: blogging--most pp don't want to take the time to do it.  The younger folks will get business more through social media bursts.

Actually, you are a very witty and entertaining writer and when you post something, we kind of know what we're going to get.

Alan: You are a great mentor; especially after you wrote what you said to that new agent who has trouble coming up with something to write about! That is the whole key to writing in general! I use the mantra : "I am writing what I am writing because I am a writer!" Now, that may seem simplistinc but you hit it on the head when you told her that, because after all is said and done, you are the writer of things that you want to write about--You are the expert in things you write! All one needs to do as a writer is do research---and research is done everyday in everyone's life about everyday things! (research gives you the confidence that is needed to show that you know from what you write!) Thanks for a great post, Alan!

Sometimes I have a wealth of content come out in a short amount of time.  If I have several blog's worth, I will schedule them for other days yet to come.  That way if the inspiration doesn't strike for a few days you will still be covered.  

Alan, the new agent learning from you is very lucky! I blog more on my personal website, and there are some times I have trouble figuring out what to write. You are correct, though, JUST WRITE! Thank you for the inspiration!