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A Never Ending "Can Do" Leadership Attitude with Results

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Real Estate Agent with Dirt Road Real Estate SA676002000

Many of the members here on Active Rain have great "Can Do" attitudes. Recently I made a request of this "Can Do" member and in around 24 hours, the request was honored.

Being responsive is a great leadership attitude. To be responsive one must also be an active listener. By being an active listener, one can learn much about the individual as well as any requests made. All of these leadership skills are infused into leading one’s self (self-leadership) and leading others (leadership). 

Even though I have never met this person face to face as we live thousands of miles apart, I felt comfortable enough to make a phone call to her and make a request.  As someone who focuses on selling vacant land, dirt, I often had trouble in finding the correct category when sharing sellers’ listings of vacant land or writing about the difficulties in selling or buying these types of properties. My request was a simple.

Can Active Rain developers add the following two categories for consumers?

  1. Land Buying
  2. Land Selling

And drum roll, Debe Maxwell, CRS  made the call, submitted the request to Active Rain developers and the result for Active Rain Members (as I am not the only member who sells dirt) we now have these two new categories.  Yippee!! Even better all of this happened within 24 hours. 

Noted business leader Peter Drucker stated “Leadership is results.” Debe is truly about results for Active Rain as well as her real estate practice. A quick Google search indicated that Debe ranks in the top 1% of Metro Charlotte area. Again, results do matter along with the consistent demonstration of positive core values.(my addition to Drucker's quote).

Being responsive is a positive core value.

My thanks to Debe for answering my telephone call,  listening to me and her follow through with my request.  Here on Active Rain, we have the opportunity to see and hear Debe Maxwell each Tuesday with the Zoom meetings.  I encourage others to reach out to Debe, have a conversation, ask a question and experience her results driven leadership. 

Again, my thanks to Patricia Feager and Lew Corcoran for hosting this month's challenge in recognizing other Active Rain members. 

P.S. Please consider checking out my Facebook business page, The Grit and Gratitude Agent that will focus on the Dirt Roads in Mohave County as well local real estate, lots of dirt or vacant land parcels as some of the local attractions.

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Leanne M Smith, The Grit and Gratitude Agent Who Goes the Extra Mile Because Life Begins Where the Pavement Ends.

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Leanne M. Smith, MS, GRI, rCRMS

2018 KGVAR Rookie Realtor of the Year-55+
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Patricia Feager
Referral Specialist - DFW FINE PROPERTIES - Flower Mound, TX
Licensed to April 2027

Leanne Smith 

I really appreciate your example of Debe Maxwell, CRS's exemplary Leadership as a Broker in North Carolina and a valued member on ActiveRain. Debe leads by example.

Knowing who to contact, with a good reason, is the best route to take. Most importantly your request was honored for the greater good for agents that sell dirt.  When you know your request is in the best interest of others, knowing who to contact with a good reason, and that source listens, it is the best route to take. 

Thank you for your fine participation for Membership Appreciation Month!

Feb 26, 2026 06:06 AM
Leanne Smith

You are more than welcome Patricia Feager for the participation. I was having a difficult time to select the next person as there are so many members who contribute to this dynamic real estate forum. 

Feb 26, 2026 06:15 AM
Kat Palmiotti
eXp Commercial, Referral Divison - Kalispell, MT
Helping your Montana dreams take root

That's great information for those who work with "dirt" buyers and sellers.

Thomas Santore Lic Associate Real Estate Broker - FYI since you sell land also!

Feb 26, 2026 06:14 AM
Leanne Smith

I am thrilled that Debe made this happen. As you know "I love selling dirt," land is often the fair hair stepchild in real estate.  

Feb 26, 2026 06:16 AM
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

Good Thursday morning, Leanne. Debe definitely deserves your special recognition.

Feb 26, 2026 06:43 AM
Leanne Smith

Happy Thor's Day to you as well and I agree with the "Special Recognition" comment. Thank you.

Feb 26, 2026 06:49 AM
Carol Williams
Although I'm retired, I love sharing my knowledge and learning from other real estate industry professionals. - Wenatchee, WA
Author, Golfer, Retired Broker, Wenatchee, WA

That's great, Leanne.
I've had a few ideas for more categories over the years. Perhaps I should share them with Debe to see if there is merit. 

Feb 26, 2026 08:00 AM
Leanne Smith

As the old expression goes, if you don't ask you don't get.  Glad I was able to provide some incentive. Happy Thor's Day to you. 

Feb 26, 2026 08:09 AM
Lew Corcoran
Better Living Real Estate, LLC - East Bridgewater, MA
Expert guidance. Exceptional results.

What a bright lift this share brings, Leanne Smith, showing how real leadership shines through steady action and a kind spirit. The way this story unfolds makes it easy to feel the heart behind it, and it’s a treat to see how thoughtful listening can spark change for so many here. Thanks for putting this into words and giving us a moment to cheer on the good stuff happening in the community!

Feb 26, 2026 04:43 PM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Retired Home Stager/Redesign

Hi Leanne- You picked the right person to highlight!  Debe Maxwell, CRS is a true professional who cares about others No matter what she's doing, she always has time to help you. 

Feb 26, 2026 04:50 PM