“He who has confidence in himself will gain the confidence of others.” – Leib Lazarow So what do James Bond and the most successful Real Estate agents that I know have in common that so many others lack? It’s simple really… they all have an unbelievable amount of confidence. Seriously though. Would James ever [...]
The Meatball Small Dip Big Moo Sundae You Factor?
May 27, 2008 By Leave a Comment
If you haven’t met Seth Godin yet, it’s time you introduced yourself…. Better yet, introduce yourself to his blog and his way of thinking. SETH GODIN is a bestselling author, entrepreneur and agent of change. More importantly he is a lifesaver for the real estate industry, and any other that depends on a living, breathing [...]
Begin Your Blog Reading Behavior with Google Reader
May 14, 2008 By 2 Comments
Read any real estate magazine, talk to any coach, or read any literature, and they will most surely say the same thing… “GET BLOGGING!” Where I have recommended this to a number of the agents that I work with, my first recommendation is to take your time, find your voice, and read some to find [...]
When does the map of Web 2.0 become “Clouded”? (Part 1)
April 29, 2008 By Leave a Comment
I shiver almost every time someone mentions the phrase Web 2.0. The catch phrase of the millenia, 2.0 refers to “the next step”, NEW, better than the original. The “official” Wikipedia definition refers to Web 2.0 as, “a term describing a trend in the use of World Wide Web technology and web design that aims [...]
“The You Factor” – Differentiation in the age of Choice, Experience and Authenticity
April 18, 2008 By Leave a Comment
So I have been approached often with the question, “Why The You Factor? What is it? What does it mean?” I’ve been working on a mission statement, (Thanks Jerry McGuire), to address this question, and where it’s not done yet, I’m always excited, “when a plan comes together – Hannibal Smith”. Below is an email [...]
The “NEW” Real Estate Model
April 17, 2008 By Leave a Comment
Paolo Zampolli, of Prudential Douglas Elliman in New York, has take the term “Real Estate Model” to a whole new level with a little help from his friends. Aside from an stunning portfolio including a 3 Story Penthouse in Istanbul, Turkey, Paolo also has an incredible portfolio through his company ID Models. I’m a huge [...]
Mortgages… the “NEW” 4 Letter Buzz Word
April 16, 2008 By Leave a Comment
1000Watt Blog: I am not a lead
April 15, 2008 By 1 Comment
I swear I don’t work for Marc or for 1000 Watt consulting. This following is a video that they have put together entitled “I am not a lead”, and I think it hits the ongoing conversation of “What online buyers want” right on the head. [vodpod id=ExternalVideo.508978&w=425&h=350&fv=] from www.1000wattblog.com posted with vodpod Other than the [...]