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I Accepted the Challenge!

 Many of us read JaneAnne Narrin's post recently proposing THE BEST CHALLENGE I've seen here on AR.  The challenge was quite inspiring to me.  I found it to be a great way to expand my mind and creativity through both the AR and my Local Community.

Starting into my 3rd week here on AR, my eyes have been opened to the endless possibilities in the blogging world.  Until a couple of weeks ago I didn't even know what a BLOG was!  Well, I haven't even touched the surface of all the Resources available here. 

When you read posts, how do you utilize the information?  I use everything I read here to better myself and my business.  I use it to have a better understanding of what happened in the industry on a National Level, not just Local.  I use it to learn from other members' experiences and knowledge.

As a Thank You  I want to share a few of the many posts here that have really helped and made a FANTASTIC impression on me.

Active Rain Resources-I found this post on the first day I signed up here. It's a great compilation of many posts that help new members to make the best of their BLOG.  Without it I couldn't have done hardly any of my posts.

My 1st Call from AR-by Kelli Fronaberger-This was also one of the first posts that I read. Reading this showed me that there is HOPE!  I believe AR will work for me!

Environmentally Tuned Homes the Norm by 2010?-By JaneAnne Narrin-This one was posted before I became a member but reading all of the GREEN articles made me wonder what I was missing out on.  I had to search to make sure it wasn't about GREEN BEER or something!   I have to say that I have been inspired by this and I am looking into getting an ECOBroker Designation.

Do You Put People Before Money-By Lisa and Robert Hammerstein-This post should remind all of us that no matter how bad it gets out there it truly is about the outcome for our clients.  Money comes and goes but your clients happiness shouldn't.

Thank you to everyone who has posted some great articles that has sent me into "The Blogging World".

So, I accept the challenge!  My goal is to post some great articles in May to AR and Localism in hopes to inspire as many people as I can!  See you all around!

 

Comments

Wow! So far this has been viewed 248 times and not a SINGLE comment. That HAS to be a record!  Think I'll call Guiness!
Posted by Stephanie Edwards-Musa, Realtor ® Spring/Woodlands, TX Real Estate (Prudential Gary Greene, Realtors ®) over 3 years ago
352 and counting...
Posted by Stephanie Edwards-Musa, Realtor ® Spring/Woodlands, TX Real Estate (Prudential Gary Greene, Realtors ®) over 3 years ago

Stephanie,don't you just hate lurkers. Oh well, they've been around for ages and you just have to continue posting and see if you can find a way to incorporate something in your blog post that will entice the reader to reply.

Now, welcome to Active Rain and to blogging. We are happy to have you and can't wait to read your challenge.

Posted by Gena Riede, Real Estate Broker Sacramento CA Real Estate (916) 417-2699 (Riede Real Estate, Lic. 01310792) over 3 years ago
Thanks Gena, I really didn't expect many comments I just thought it was amazing how many times it was viewed.  Almost more than one of my features. 400 and counting!  Yes, I will keep on keepin' on. 
Posted by Stephanie Edwards-Musa, Realtor ® Spring/Woodlands, TX Real Estate (Prudential Gary Greene, Realtors ®) over 3 years ago
500 and counting. Seriously, that's funny.    
Posted by Stephanie Edwards-Musa, Realtor ® Spring/Woodlands, TX Real Estate (Prudential Gary Greene, Realtors ®) over 3 years ago
Stephanie I had something like 1750 visits to my blog post from late last night and only one comment!

I agree with you that there's a huge wealth of info, insights and ideas here. You won't agree with all of it, I know I sure don't, but it WILL get you thinking!!

Best regards from Silicon Valley,
Posted by Mary Pope-Handy, ABR, CRS, ePRO, SRES, ASP (Sereno Group Real Estate) over 3 years ago
Thanks Mary. 572 and counting. 
Posted by Stephanie Edwards-Musa, Realtor ® Spring/Woodlands, TX Real Estate (Prudential Gary Greene, Realtors ®) over 3 years ago
Stephanie, I'm so glad you are enjoying splashing around in the rain. There is so much to be learned here. The mass experiences and advise is priceless. I occasionally call people here on AR - this community means so much to me. Sorry I wasn't the first to comment.
Posted by Dena Stevens ~ Associate Broker, Realtor,CSP, SFR (Colorado Western Real Estate) over 3 years ago
Thanks Dena, I'm so glad that I found AR.  753 and counting!  Sorry, I'm easily amused!
Posted by Stephanie Edwards-Musa, Realtor ® Spring/Woodlands, TX Real Estate (Prudential Gary Greene, Realtors ®) over 3 years ago
Stephanie don't worry about the count.  Some people just don't know what to write.  Take it as a compliment that they took the time to stop by and read it.  I think its a great post myself
Posted by Matthew J Blum - (retired from the business) over 3 years ago
Thanks Matt. I do take it as a compliment.  I just didn't expect that much of a response so quick in the views.  1015 and counting.  I wonder what the record is for most viewed with the least comments?
Posted by Stephanie Edwards-Musa, Realtor ® Spring/Woodlands, TX Real Estate (Prudential Gary Greene, Realtors ®) over 3 years ago
You know what would be worse? Nobody reading it at all, comments or not.
Posted by Dena Stevens ~ Associate Broker, Realtor,CSP, SFR (Colorado Western Real Estate) over 3 years ago
I agree Dena. I hope no one thinks I'm ungrateful. Honestly I was surprised that it was being viewed so many times.  I have not had that kind of response on any of my posts yet.  Thanks.
Posted by Stephanie Edwards-Musa, Realtor ® Spring/Woodlands, TX Real Estate (Prudential Gary Greene, Realtors ®) over 3 years ago
Stephanie __ this group is awesome and I hope you enjoy all that you are learning.  I find that it has opened my mind to things I never know before.  I love being challenged and continue to learn from my colleagues. 
Posted by Joan Whitebook, ABR,e-Pro,CEBA Southern New Hampshire (Buyer's Option Realty Services) over 3 years ago
Stephanie, can't wait to see your May contribution. For such a short timer you've done well on AR.
Posted by Keith Jeppson - Salt Lake City Real Estate (Keller Williams Utah Realty) over 3 years ago

Welcome to AR.  I look forward to reading your posts. 

Fran

Posted by Fran Gatti - Realtor®, CDPE®, RDCPro®, Crescent City CA Real Estate (RE/MAX Coastal Redwoods) over 3 years ago
Well I need to start figuring out this blogging a little better.  I've never used key words, and I don't know how to tell how many times a blog has been viewed.   I only really started doing much a couple of weeks ago.  So I guess I'll learn as I go- by reading these great blogs.  Thanks!
Posted by Carla Starkie, Colorado Springs (Keller Williams Partners Realty) over 3 years ago
Stephanie -congrats on your feature and taking the challenge. Having been here a little under 2 months myself I feel like it's non-stop learning and meeting lots of great people like you. Looking forward to your upcoming posts. I just subscribed to the "green group" but have to admit I don't know much will have to learn some more :-) before being able to add anything there.   
Posted by Cyndee Haydon 727-710-8035 Clearwater Beach-Pinellas County Waterfront (Charles Rutenberg Realty) over 3 years ago

Thanks Joan!  I have been on information overload for 2 weeks now but it has been so inspiring. This group helps to keep me commited to my goals.

Thanks Keith!  I'm trying.

Hi Carla-It took me playing around on AR while I was on Property (Up Desk, Phone Duty) to get it all worked out.  Between calls I just cruise the site.

Hi Cyndee- There are some great people here and I am so grateful to be a member.  I hope to contribute some great stuff!

Posted by Stephanie Edwards-Musa, Realtor ® Spring/Woodlands, TX Real Estate (Prudential Gary Greene, Realtors ®) over 3 years ago
Thanks Fran! 
Posted by Stephanie Edwards-Musa, Realtor ® Spring/Woodlands, TX Real Estate (Prudential Gary Greene, Realtors ®) over 3 years ago
Thanks!
Posted by Tracie L. Carlos (Remax north Professionals) over 3 years ago
Great post Stephanie....I am glad your first 3 weeks have been so wonderful and I hope you are as blessed (or more) as I have been.  You obviously have a strong desire to learn and to improve your business.  If there is ever anything I can do for you just let me know.
Posted by George Tallabas - Idaho Real Estate (RE/MAX Advantage) over 3 years ago
Thanks George.  I do hope to improve my business!
Posted by Stephanie Edwards-Musa, Realtor ® Spring/Woodlands, TX Real Estate (Prudential Gary Greene, Realtors ®) over 3 years ago
WooHoo....featured and star!  You are doing quite well and surely addicted.  Moreso, the attention you've given to others as well as your own posts will give you great insight into the mind....
Posted by Celeste "SALLY" Cheeseman HAWAII Relocations & Real Estate (Century 21 Liberty Homes) over 3 years ago
Great post--I was having a problem with some links in a blog I wrote.  Thanks to you, it is now crystal clear. 
Posted by Diane Bell, Hilton Head Real Estate, Bluffton (Charter 1 Real Estate, Hilton Head, Bluffton, SC) over 3 years ago
Thanks Sally!  I wanted to put some of yours down b/c they were so Hilarious.  Your posts are always great!  I just read your new one and hope Shadow is doing better!  Make sure to give us an update when you get the other results back!
Posted by Stephanie Edwards-Musa, Realtor ® Spring/Woodlands, TX Real Estate (Prudential Gary Greene, Realtors ®) over 3 years ago
That's Great Diane!  Glad I could help!  The AR Resources page is great-I haven't even looked at all of it.
Posted by Stephanie Edwards-Musa, Realtor ® Spring/Woodlands, TX Real Estate (Prudential Gary Greene, Realtors ®) over 3 years ago

That is funny...I do that too, look at the huge number of persons who read the blog but say nothing. The last time I checked it was like 400 and no replies to one of my most recent ones...

 

Posted by Gwendolyn Wright-Victory Virtual Solutions (Victory Virtual Solutions) over 3 years ago
Hey Gwen, I truly thought it was funny. I hope no one thought I was being tacky. It's at 2202 right now. I didn't expect that kind of response.  I'm flattered that so many stopped by to read. Thanks Gwen! And Thanks everyone who stopped by to read!
Posted by Stephanie Edwards-Musa, Realtor ® Spring/Woodlands, TX Real Estate (Prudential Gary Greene, Realtors ®) over 3 years ago

Stephanie~

Now I see that you have been featured with a Gold Star and have a (relative) ton of comments! THANKS for the good word, and for taking the CHALLENGE...

Posted by Asheville NC Real Estate- Homes on the Green Side over 3 years ago
Look forwad to seeing those blogs.  I am in the same shoes you are, only been here about two weeks.  Great place AR is.
Posted by Daniel Gates (PuroClean Professional Restorers) over 3 years ago
Stephanie - I guess a lot of people read post/blogs/articles and don't enter a comment (Okay, I'm guilty!) Often if I have felt that even though it was a great post I couldn't contribute to it with my comments. I read this and enjoyed it very much - I will bookmark so that I can access again and read the other articles you linked to.
Posted by Phillip Cross, ePRO REALTOR® - Relocation Spec (RE/MAX Acclaimed Realty) over 3 years ago

Thanks JaneAnne!  I'm working on that challenge all month!

Hi Daniel,  Did you take the challenge?  It's a great way to commit yourself to learning and making your way to better blogging!

Thank Phillip-I have a hard time commenting sometimes also. I guess some of the posts just say it all!  Hope the articles help!

Posted by Stephanie Edwards-Musa, Realtor ® Spring/Woodlands, TX Real Estate (Prudential Gary Greene, Realtors ®) over 3 years ago
Stephanie, now look at that...and you were wondering when those lurkers would finally comment. Glad I was the first. Talk about lurkers...I have 1,982 as of this minute on a blog I wrote last night with only 3 comments. Now, that has to go down in history!
Posted by Gena Riede, Real Estate Broker Sacramento CA Real Estate (916) 417-2699 (Riede Real Estate, Lic. 01310792) over 3 years ago
Thanks Gena! I will go check out your post right now.
Posted by Stephanie Edwards-Musa, Realtor ® Spring/Woodlands, TX Real Estate (Prudential Gary Greene, Realtors ®) over 3 years ago

I was one of those lurkers for several months. I did not see the point to be quite frank. Then I took the time to read what some of you had to say in your blogs. Then I began commenting on some and posting my on blogs. I have put some of the advice given to work on my on blog also.

Now, I get the point. I Googled "Anderson, SC Real Estate" and Anderson, South Carolina Real Estate" just today. I was found on page two and one repectively! Before my activities on AR, I was no where in sight.

Thanks Acitve Rain!

Michael Thompson, MBA, Realtor
Century 21 Anderson Properties
http://www.MichaelThompsonProperties.com/

Posted by Michael Thompson, MBA (CENTURY 21 Anderson Properties, Inc.) over 3 years ago

Stephanie,

Good to hear that you're embracing AR with such a devotion. As a relative newcomer myself, I'm still finding my way around, but see the coming benefits, personally and professionally.

Posted by Esko Kiuru over 3 years ago

Stephanie,

Good to hear that you're embracing AR with such a devotion. As a relative newcomer myself, I'm still finding my way around, but see the coming benefits, personally and professionally.

Posted by Esko Kiuru over 3 years ago

Hi Michael, I did a similar thing but after less than a week, one of my posts was at number 1 on Google. I was a believer in a VERY short period of time.  Good Luck and hope to see you climb those rankings!

 

Thanks Esko, AR is a great place to be! Keep on typing!

Posted by Stephanie Edwards-Musa, Realtor ® Spring/Woodlands, TX Real Estate (Prudential Gary Greene, Realtors ®) over 3 years ago

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