Thursday's lunch (free!) sponsored by the WCR drew a good crowd to the Greater Baltimore Board of Realtors® offices. It was a good way to introduce people to our WCR and the perks that come with membership – including 12 credits FREE during the year just by being a member. That's a nice benefit especially with this economy.
The discussion included " Marketing to Women." The presentation included reminders about working with Boomers, who make up 38% of the full time work force, and how important it is to ask what they want instead of telling them about you – they are focused on their needs, not on you. We were reminded that people under 30 don't watch TV as much; they go to the Web to buy, that includes houses. Boomers and busters (kids of boomers) have a lot in common. Market to the boomer's children. Another point ..younger women trust women more, they like to work with women and are not as competitive.
Marney Kirk spoke about social media - Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, and - Tah dah! - Active Rain. She kindly called me the "Guru of Active Rain," and used my site and my blog as examples. I didn't plan it that way, but it worked out great since up popped my post with May's schedule and the GBBR logo right up top. That gave Kim Jones, who was sitting right next to me, a chance to invite everyone to the May 1 GBBR Rookies meeting when I'll be speaking.
Someone suggested that we check out Trulia, and there we found the announcement that Fran Thorsen will be here on May 18, along with Joeann Fossland, right in the same room at GBBR. I'm hosting this dynamic duo, and everyone is invited, again for the free, to an informative session.
Every one of those May events I announced a few days ago figured into the afternoon. During the meeting I got a call from Laura at the gallery telling me the postcards announcing the art auction were in. She kindly delivered them right to GBBR and I was able to hand them out on the spot. Don't you love it when things come together like that?
I sat with Erica Solomon who told me she joined ActiveRain after hearing me speak at that WCR meeting a year ago at the Suburban Country Club. She wrote a post about the meeting – good for Erica!
I walked out with a bunch of agents' cards interested in Active Rain – that's one of the best parts, isn't it? I sent out eight invitations. Wonder how many will join. It is fun sharing AR with new folks and seeing how many become Active Rainers.
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Margaret, I loved the mention and discussion of social media including Active Rain at the meeting and that they noted superstar YOU!! Hopefully some of your invites to AR will become members.
Gary, It was really special of Marney to say such nice things about me and ActiveRain. A very special session with some very special people. New friendships, new connections and more learning. Isn't this what it's all about?
This is great I love sharing with others my excitement about Active RaIN
Terri, Thanks for stopping by.
Margaret, Sorry I missed the event, I didn't know it was going on, looks like something that I would have been interested in.
Margaret, What a nice honor (and well deserved!). I'll bet when people saw your site they definitely became more interested in AR. And yes, I absolutely LOVE it when everything just falls into place.
June, Please join us on these other dates...Save These Dates and...Active Rain Gathering Would love to see you.
Carole, Thank you. I sure hope more interested agents sign up for AR. It is so special when everything just falls into place.
Well deserved indeed! It is nice to be around people who are aggressive and interested in learning and pursuing knowledge about the changes in the business of real estate, and reacting to them. You are a great Ambassador!
Margaret Rome Guru, yeah, I like it!
Susie, I feel the same way about you. How about getting on one of your pretty horses and visiting us up north.
Dena, You make me smile. One of the points made in the seminar: Celebrate your Victories..It is OK to Toot your own horn.
It's fun to be a part of an active, vibrant and alert organization....the more you go, the more you know and hope these gals find that the Rain is as productive as we have...tell them to turn their umbrellas upside down to catch all the good stuff !
Sally and David, There are some special guys in this group also. You are so right about the more you go, the more you know I am going to check to see if any of those invites have joined.
Hi Margaret! Our local WCR chapter could sure use some great ideas such as these. I am surfing around looking for events, etc. to plan. I just recently joined and became the Secretary. We could REALLY use some help!
Shannon, There is so many ideas. Don't hesitate to give us a call.
Margaret, you ARE the guru of ActiveRain!!!
I was honored to be able to meet you & hear more from you. I can't wait to read your book!
I blogged about it too -- and linked back to yours!
Marney, Why thank you and I was honored to meet you. You were dyanamic and fun and I look forward to May 28th. Can't wait to hear your review of my book.
Left you a message. Give me a call when you have time: 410-530-2400
Margaret, THANK YOU for ALL of your help. Your suggestions this morning helped me tremendously. YOU ARE A GEM!
Marney, So glad those suggestion were a help. Look forward to seeing more of you on Active Rain
Hi Margaret...You are one of our gurus and I'm glad you were recognized as such.
I must admit that I joined WCR in Richmond and never got involved. You have me rethinking that.
Kate
Kate, Thank you. Glad you are re thinking WCR. The group is only as good as its members. They need you
I am envious of people such as yourself who obviously manage their time so wisely that they can attend these functions. I'm lucky if I can find time to go the Master's Club luncheon every year, but it's really good to get out there and network in person. Sometimes we spend so much time online that we can forget personal interaction is important.
Oh my goodness, Elizabeth, I look at your profile, see all your accomplishments and wonder how in the heck do you have time! You seem to do it all and still sell a lot of real estate.
Getting out, being face to face is very important to me and it's fun.