Turner's Perspective

Thanks for the wake up call. Like you I usually read the same ole everyday...time to expand a bit.

Jeff:

I agree too often we as agents/brokers, become yawns in the way we do things (it called habits). Also, your post points something out that I feel is worth commenting on and that is if you do not have a catchy title for your post it goes un-notice. Whats up with your statement on ugly blog's, is this a form of blogging discrimination?  

Hey Jeff,

Thanks for the write up, man.  Really cool insights.  

I used to be a Real Estate blogger once upon a time.  That is, of course, until a personal situation forced me out of the biz.  Thankfully, that same personal situation caused me to reconsider my faith and return to a relationship with the Lord.

I teach for the Real Estate Tomato, and and in cooperation with them to build Christian Blogs for churches and Pastors that meet the standard of excellence that we've come to expect from the Tomato.  I believe that the Lord is calling all Christians to embrace the new facets of technology to advance the Kingdom in a powerful way.

We're the church.  We're supposed to be the best at everything.

Thanks again for the write up.  Be blessed.

Monika... I spend a lot of time in the random, but even that can become a rut! :)

Lorraine and Loretta... yes, I discriminate. There, I said it.

Jonathan... it's really my pleasure. Obviously, I think your thoughts there are very well done. Much success to you! 

It goes to show you can find good tips in the most unlikely places.  You can pick up some great tips on working FSBOs by listening to "How to Seduce Women" by Jeffrey Ross.  (No, I'm not kidding.)

amen, brother. :-) Nice find.. Comfort zones should be stepped out of every once in a while...

That is brilliant Jeff - love it.  A good wrier is a good writer no matter what the subject!

Some good "Brain Candy" here Jeff...  I will be pondering all these...  AR is a cool place to be!  So glad I am getting the chance to experience it with nice people like you!  Thanks!  Steve

Some very good points well made, thank you and good luck

I very much appreciate it when people like you share their links to great posts.  Twitter is the best for that, as well as posts like this!  I sometimes end up lost in outside readings, clicking from link to link and not knowing how to get back to the good ones.  :-)

I enjoy reading different blogs about all types of subjects, and when folks put the effort forth it's rewarding to them to have it reaad.

Jeff, you never cease to amaze me! You constantly come up with new "stuff" to help us enlarge our knowledge and challenge me to think other ways. Great job. Love the tips by the way, ;-) Even though I may have heard lots and lots of tips, I need to be reminded.  There is so much "out there" that I don't think I'll ever get 'em all, but you help me weed through them by picking out the good stuff. Thanks Jeff.

 

Great post, Jeff.  I will go and read the article as well.  Fresh perspective is what keeps this business alive and growing.  Thanks for sharing your perspective.  

 

Jeff - Thank you for guiding us to the 'The Kingdom 2.0' blog. I often will scroll through many outside blogs not related to RE and find some amazing things. This was a great find and I agree, pretty wins me over too.. OK, not pretty but a nice look. Great tips I have to learn to implement, great job as usual.

Did not know losing 20 pounds in one day could be so attainable and rewarding.  Thanks Jeff!

A I like the guys post already because he has an iphone in it. My best purchase last year in June and the best 9 hours spent sitting around to get one. Great blog. I am going to check out htis guys post now.

Jeff... Almost an hour has slipped away since I started reading your post and visiting "The Kingdom"... what a great looking blog and good posts...  Thanks for sharing, sometimes we need to be reminded that there is a life beyond real estate.

I'm surprised that "the look" of the blog is important to you.  Do you get bored with it?  Should "the look" change with the seasons?  Monthly?  Or do like the familiarity?

Jeff, I agree with the title. I have come across so many posts here in the Rain with the same title, maybe a few words changed here or there. Regarding the looks of a blog; I have to say the nicer ones do attract my eyes and attentions, but I read the ugly ones too. :0)

We'll really be looking good when I get the opportunity to spend a few minutes tweaking the design in IE6.  So, if you're on IE6, I already know that the left sidebar is a little out of whack.  We're working on it now.  Thanks for the heads up those who said something.  

I love active rain.  You guys are the best. 

Jeff, I'm afraid to wander off here. Like the lost 4th cousin in the Donner party. "Hey, Pa! Where's Ezekial?" Great article and definitely a suggestion to ponder.

I try to wander around in the blogosphere but I seem to get way off track and you're right I get into something that is of interest and all of a sudden it's an hour later and I wonder where the time went.

Jeff, great point. I need to increase my blog awarness as you bring out. Thanks.

I am relatively new to the blogging world but a big Toastmasters fan.  The great thing about blogging is I can use the TM speech format.  Opening, body and conclusion.  In addition I can use those blogging tips for my speech writing.  Thanks Jeff

Jeff.. Thanks once again for some great insight.  I'm new to blogging on ActiveRain, and your blogs have been extremely helpful.  I worked on the sidebar widgets last night.. still need help with headers, but I'll get there.  Look forward to more of your blogs.

Jeff - These are great tips for anyone.  Thanks for bringing this to our attention!  Have a good one -

I like reading different blogs from different people.  The same ole, same ole is never any fun                                    

I will definitely take a look at the blog you reference to in your post.  We can learn so much from other bloggers even if they are not real estate related like the suggestions you highlighted above from the Kingdom 2.0 blog.  Just finding the time to read all of this great stuff is the difficult part!

Yeah it's like driving a long trip at night, sometimes you get so focused on repetition it puts you to sleep. I hope to get out of the rut and keep it fresh.

So you wanted to be a pastor in a former life? Well, we share that in common. Stepping out into the greater blogosphere is a rather daunting prospect for many, especially given the rather comforting confines of our platform. But as you so eloquently state, there is true gold to be found. Gold that stretches and challenges our thinking. Maureen Francis used to conduct Outside Blog Tours and they were wonderful. Perhaps we should start something similar. Kind of a blog tour chain letter?

This is the first blog I read today - great post, great advice, and great reminder. Thanks

I prefer blogs to news.  I prefer re.net to seminars.  I love the blogosphere for everything that I learn!

Some day these pay for news sites will get it!

This is the first blog I read today - great post, great advice, and great reminder. Thanks 

Wasn't logged in - feel free to delete previous comment :)

Jeff- I find that blogs from other areas of the world can offer very interesting observations that can be used within real estate.  The advice given on the blog you referenced is classic and we should all follow it.

Best,

Scott 

Great post, Jeff!  I read your post and clicked through to Jonathan Greene's post as well.  I'm neither in real estate or the clergy, but found both your posts helpful in sharpening my perspective!

I have to agree Jeff. I have come across some new and refreshing blogs from following recommended links on Twitter (followed this one from ActiveRich). Also have to agree that nothing beats a meaningful and concise blog post.  

I never even have considered reading blogs outside of the real estate blogs, but I will give it a try!

I never even have considered reading blogs outside of the real estate blogs, but I will give it a try!

Wow did I digress......i went to Jonathans site and read the last weeks worth of blogs! lol.....You're right......cool perspective! Thanks.

Thanks for the post.  This is something that I have needed to do for a long time, write better blog posts..  I am going to read the post that you found.

thanks

daniell

Luckily my niche forces me off the reservation.  And it is great advice.  Look for lessons in other industries and pursuits. 

Jeff,  So true about thinking outside of the proverbial box.  Those 4 points are excellent and sometimes we just need a reminder.  But like you said, you read the same blogs and you know what to expect.  I usually will check someone else's blog out if I read a mention of it, etc.

Jeff, great info you shared.  I must admit I get in a rut myself with reading the same subscribed blogs over & over.  Then, I find someone else here on AR and go man, I have been missing this!  What is wrong with me!!!  One thing I have tried doing lately is visiting at least the sites of those who comment on mine...that way I am at least getting a little new stuff!        

You are right on target here. My biggest blog comes from trying to come up with the perfect title and only to often end up with a boring one instead of something catchy! It is hard to step out of the "blog box" and be different but I will definitely work on it. Thanks for the reminder!!!! Terrie

Jonathan Greene!!!! How are you my friend? I think Churches are the perfect fit for blogging. I have actually been working on setting up a social network for my Church on ning.com. It's perfect for Sunday school classes and committees to be able to set up their own groups but still have every thing in one place. I wish you much success in your endeavor.

Jeff, I read everything and anything I can get my hands on. We can certainly get bogged down if we don't step outside of our professions and see what others are doing.

Can you help me change my active rain page. I would love to have some of the same functions your site has.

ingenuity is the key to success

Another great post.  Your informaion is so helpful.  I really appreciate all that you put into "sharing".  I am off to read Jonathan's BlogLog.  And I'm going to make my own blog shine so you will read it!

Hi Jeff - you're so right about there being gold outside of real estate blogs.  I've stumbled upon a few really interesting blogs doing just what you did when you found Jonathan's blog.  It does one good to venture out every once in awhile, especially when I have the time to let my fingers and keyboard wander....

Ann

Broker Bryant.  I see your celebrity never fades.  Man, it would really bless me if you would jump over to the Kingdom 2.0 and leave a comment when you get a chance.  We'll have to catch up sometime soon.  

I don't step outside my comfort zone too often, but when I do, I usually happen on some "gold" also. 

I agree. You never know what you might find when you surf around the blogosphere. There are some very talented people all over.

Just a quick note to say "thanks" for introducing me to Jon! As I mentioned to him, I've spent the evening sharing his site with my church techie buds. Jon provides many answers to improving the communication (oops, lack of communication) at our church.

I speak tech, real estate, church, addiction recovery, tennis, and girlfriend. Try to read the same to stay balanced.

Thanks, again! 

Jeff,

So true and that's why it's also important to get involved in communities Facebook, Twitter, MySpace.  You'll read something or find something you can parlay into real estate.

Before blogs the same was true with magazines and books.  You can learn a ton from other industries and one of your greatest marketing ideas might be inspired by a new twist on a success story from a player outside of your competition.  How great is that.

Thank you for sharing. 

You are right. One needs to go outside of the nine dots and see what is new and creative.

That's SO very cool! I love this story! I do read a lot of blogs outside of real estate, mostly about eating of course... Other than eating it's usually about blogging and writing. But gaining a new perspective is always great. Reading blogs actually have helped me conquering writer's blog because when I read I get inspired in different ways. (I feel my brain tingling hahaha)

Cheers,

Cindy 

Jeff, you've got it right.  They are such simple things to remember about blogging.

Jonathan was one of the AR bloggers who caught my attention in 2006. He was pretty motivated and determined to succeed, and one post in particular that I remember was about his day with Broker Bryant. Good to hear that he's still writing, and I'm sure he's doing well with The Kingdom 2.0.

Indeed, the title can make or break your blog!

nice article jeff

Hi there Jeff, one of the easiest ways for me to tear myself away from keeping up with you everywhere and step outside of the box is having Twitter in my sidebar.  Loved the lead to Jonathan's blog; I worked with him the other day, but wasn't aware of his blog.  You are a treasured 'mentor.'

  

It's good to get out of your comfort zone once in a while and get a fresh viewpoint.

Jeff - This is great. Sometimes I also get stuck in a rut, and for me, that means I stop blogging (not a good thing).

Hey Jeff,

I finally have a couple of days to focus on my blog, seo and everything A/R and web 2.0. Plus I just got an Iphone and am headed out on a road trip in the next couple of days...so I will be reading like a fool.  I am sucking up the info on your blog like a sponge.  You rock dude :-)

And to Joe Virnig's comment   I"t goes to show you can find good tips in the most unlikely places.  You can pick up some great tips on working FSBOs by listening to "How to Seduce Women" by Jeffrey Ross.  (No, I'm not kidding.) "  That is brilliant...LOL!!!

Thanks for the tip..I will use that one when I'm writing for my Real Estate Investor blog...

 

Thanks...

Rich
http://www.youngrealestateinvesting.com

Jeff,

This is what's great about the internet.  We post, we comment, and we find out something more about each other.  You went to Grace.  I attended Columbia International University back when it was CBC.

Mike in Tucson

Mike... :) I got a phone call from another RE Industry CEO the other day who went to Marion.

My problem with wandering past my "regulars" is I keep wandering and forget to come back sometimes!

Great point you got there Jeff. Thanks for the tips. Keep em coming!