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Stager Idol ... What does that have to do with Humpty Dumpty?

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Humpty Dumpty

Remember the nursery rhyme, Humpty Dumpty Sat On The Wall...Humpty Dumpty Had A Big FALL!

It's a shame Humpty Dumpty couldn't find a way over the wall so he could stand tall!

The Stager Idol Contest... is about to end.  Everyone that entered hoped to be recognized for their passion they are all winners and I am honored to be one of the final three.    

I have to admit, for me it has been a bumpy yet fulfilling journey finding ways over the wall.  Having made it this far,  I already feel like a winner. I have had the love and support from my family, friends, local Realtor community, local media and fellow stagers.

Entering the contest was truly stepping out of my comfort zone.  I sometimes felt like I was about to get to the wall and have a BIG FALL !   I'm passionate about my career, am on a mission to help Realtors and sellers understand the value of staging,  I love the creativity in what I do, feel I have a good business base because of my exceptional training, always have the best interest of the seller in my sights and truly am there for others in the industry who ask for my input.  Ahh but I have occasionally stumbled, made my share of mistakes. 

Thankfully,  I was and continue to be reminded by friends and confidents It truly is OK that I have made errors along the way... everyone who steps out of the comfort zone  are open to scrutiny.  No matter what the intention others will be sure to make you and others aware ...you have made mistakes... I continue to be encouraged when I feel I'm about to FALL OFF THE WALL to hold my head high.  I  continue to learn by just doing, being persistent and finding new ways of  building with others so we are all able to climb over the wall so no one will fall. 

As the final interviews are winding down...I sure am glad Humpty Dumpty is a nursery rhyme...

•·         I am a winner because I have persisted even during turmoil. 

•·         I am a winner because even before the final results are announced, I have benefited by entering The Stager Idol Contest, because I and the finalists have received recognition in our field on a National level.

•·         I am a winner because I have formed friendships with several of the contestants.

•·         I am a winner because I was reminded by entering this contest there are still opportunities to grow in life as well as the field of staging by leaving ones comfort zone.

•·         I am a winner because this contest has further enlightened me to the fact that "Life as a Professional Real Estate Stager is a journey not a race".

A sincere thank you to Shell Brodnax and RESA for what you have begun.  While your communications were always upbeat, I'm sure the launch and coordination of a new concept to enlighten the public on the craft of staging as well as its true benefits had its share of challenges.   Hopefully all professional stagers will continue to help you by building on what you have begun!     

 

Terrylynn Fisher
Dudum Real Estate Group - BuyStageSell.com - Walnut Creek, CA
HAFA Certified, EcoBroker, CRS, CSP Realtor, Etc.

Congrats to the final three, actually to all who entered as you say are all winners.

Jackson, Kathleen and Renee kudos to the three of you.  Good luck all. 

May 27, 2008 08:34 PM
Kathy Nielsen
http://atlantahomestaging.net - Marietta, GA
Atlanta Georgia Home Stager

Renee - you're a winner on all levels and that goes beyond Stager Idol.  You're always taking the time to comment on other stagers blogs; you give great advice and been a friend to many on this site.

Now with that said - I wish all three of you the very very best!

Kathy

 

May 28, 2008 07:16 AM
Renee Pratta
Renewed Rooms - North Myrtle Beach, SC
Renewed Rooms - SC

Terrylynn:  Thank You!  It has been fun.  I actually am sad that the competition is over.  I loved the challenge of breaking down a project and explaining the whys and hows...It was a pleasure speaking with each one of the Celebrity Judges:  Margi Kyle, Stephanie McWilliams and Ann Maurice.  Each judge not only asked critical questions as to why this contest and staging was important but openly shared their own passion for color, fung shui, and staging!

Kathy:  Thank you.  That means alot to me as I admire you and your work.

May 28, 2008 07:42 AM
Gina McNew
diva la difference interiors - Atlanta, GA
Host of Diva in the House - The Voice of Real Estate Staging Radio

Renee...You ARE a Winner!  Great post...great attitude...may more GREAT things come your way!

Best of luck!

May 28, 2008 12:22 PM
Calie Waterhouse
Chandler, AZ
Community Builder

WOW - Renee - Sounds to me, like you're already a winner!  Your post is inspiring ...  Thanks for sharing your journey with us. - Calie

May 28, 2008 12:29 PM
Renee Pratta
Renewed Rooms - North Myrtle Beach, SC
Renewed Rooms - SC

Gina:  Thank you.  I truly feel that more often than not many in this profession have stumbled a little, made errors in judgment they regret, sometimes even get knocked out cold!   Some of the most successful things that have happened in my life are because I left the comfort zone, teetered a little getting over the wall and attempted a new direction to boost myself over it.  OK enough of the philosophical side...If I recall, you were a fan of the martini and I liked mine dirty with three olives so CHEERS!

Calie:  Thank you.  I am now happy I entered the contest.  Disecting the projects we entered was really an affirmation for me that I am right where I want to be in my life...helping folks get to SOLD..

May 28, 2008 01:05 PM
Karen Dembsky
Peachtree Home Staging LLC, Home Staging in Atlanta, GA - Peachtree City, GA
Atlanta Home Staging

I am speakless only because Calie said everything I wanted to say.  She's so smart! :-)

May 28, 2008 01:08 PM
Shell Brodnax
Real Estate Staging Association - Valley Springs, CA
CEO- RESA

thank you Renee! Everyone is a winner and I am glad that the contest did what it was supposed to do, give exposure to staging. We will be announcing the winner soon.

 

Shell

May 29, 2008 09:20 AM
Renee Pratta
Renewed Rooms - North Myrtle Beach, SC
Renewed Rooms - SC

Karen:  Thanks

Shell:  You are right, everyone is a winner but without folks like you who help elevate staging by promoting opportunities like Stager Idol...well it just wouldn't have the same impact on the craft.  Your hard work is appreciated by a plethora of professional stagers!

It was fun...I'm so sad  it is over and would love to help with next years competition! 

May 29, 2008 05:22 PM
Toronto's 2 Hounds Design: Decorating + Staging
2 Hounds Design + Home Staging - Toronto, ON

Renee, a belated congratulations for making the final three. What impresses me about all who entered is as you say...stepping out of comfort zones and putting yourselves in the very public position of 'falling of the wall'.

Each one of you inspire us all to take chances.

May 30, 2008 04:21 AM
Renee Pratta
Renewed Rooms - North Myrtle Beach, SC
Renewed Rooms - SC

Dane:  Thank you.  That is very kind. 

Jun 01, 2008 12:43 PM