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Re: Rudolph° the Red Nosed Blogger

john harper — Sun, 24 Dec 2006 11:28:37 -0000

I don't know why I didn't realize you guys were in PC. I left there this past summer after retiring from Delta. Came out to CA and don't miss those 3 snow blowers at all! Happy Holidays to you and the little guy

check out our poem
http://activerain.com/blogsview/29152/-Twas-the...

Re: Rudolph° the Red Nosed Blogger

john harper — Sun, 24 Dec 2006 11:28:37 -0000

Re: Sign, Sign, Everywhere A Sign

john harper — Wed, 17 Jan 2007 11:38:45 -0000

some of these folks will most likely be receiving Darwin Awards (www.darwinawards.com/)in the future

Re: Fear And Loathing In The Real Estate Industry

john harper — Tue, 23 Jan 2007 10:24:43 -0000

Thanks for the post - I went over to the WelcomeMat and left a comment there which I won't repeat here.

The list of fears is a nice representation of what many in the industry are coming up against at this point in time.

I wonder how many have really explored their fear in a real way - not their reactions, but the actual experience to see what is underneath it. It's not an easy exploration, but it is freeing.

Re: Government Held Real Estate Data Is Free For The Taking

john harper — Tue, 30 Jan 2007 13:12:56 -0000

One reply to the last 3 posts

I love the dolphin! What a great rental business that would make in the Caribbean.

I used to spend a lot of time in airports and would have loved a Yotel. Now, I hope to avoid the need.

This post increases the curiosity factor on the future of MLS

Re: How To Make $76,000 A Year From Blogging

john harper — Sun, 04 Feb 2007 17:02:11 -0000

Can I write 3 and make $200K a year?

Re: Don’t Eat The Yellow, Orange Or Pink Snow

john harper — Tue, 06 Feb 2007 13:24:37 -0000

speaking of zappa - did you ever hear the story of him being interviewed in the early days by the reporter with a wooden leg? The uptight reporter says to frank - from where I sit, you look like a girl (with that beard?!!). zappa replies - from where i sit, you look like a table!

Re: Blog Finder Series: The Thinking Blog

john harper — Mon, 12 Feb 2007 10:17:47 -0000

Rudy - thanks for the tip. What the hell is an engine puller - comment 3? Joyce Wycoff posts some good thinking also http://thinksmart.typepad.com

Re: Can An Illusionist Sell A Home? Experience Marketing

john harper — Mon, 12 Mar 2007 16:25:27 -0000

the producers of a new show being taped for HGTV contacted us a couple of months ago about a new project of theirs - Sleep On It. The program follows a buyer through the house hunting and the buyer gets to sleep over in the home they want to buy, then they assesss the effect getting to sleep on it has on the sales process.

The fractional ownership route is going to be a huge wave for boomers that want to experience more of the world.

Re: Showdown in Blogtown: First Blogger Debate

john harper — Sat, 17 Mar 2007 20:30:29 -0000

Many distinguished people accept awards like the Razzies with grace. Many recipients agree they were well chosen. There's a lot of content that could and should be challenged on a lot of levels. Having some weenie-in-cheek fun with it isn't such a bad thing. Too bad the ego is such a fragile thing. Sitting on the high horse of righteousness is always a tough act regardless of one's philosophical bent.

Re: One Phone Number For Life: Grand Central

john harper — Mon, 19 Mar 2007 10:34:38 -0000

Had not heard of this - definitely something for me thanks and thanks Brad for the link to your video

Re: The Real Estate Debate is Cancelled

john harper — Mon, 19 Mar 2007 14:27:38 -0000

Having followed Greg's comments, I am not surprised. I wonder if his position on linking to Teresa or the Bubble is a rule for his guest bloggers. Brian Brady can you clarify? Can you write a post on Bloodhound and link to Teresa or not?

Re: Sellsius Proposes Nationwide Blogger Meet Ups

john harper — Mon, 02 Apr 2007 00:37:35 -0000

East Bay onboard - waiting for more details

Re: The Human Listing Site: Zillowfying Your Privacy Under the Guise of Transparency

john harper — Sat, 07 Apr 2007 10:31:41 -0000

Any neighbor worth his salt would also include an expose of what's in your trash. I think you may have given me a strategy for the neighbor with never silent barking dog.

Re: Transparency

john harper — Wed, 16 May 2007 12:01:12 -0000

I just lost an hour of blogging time and then missed the toilet with my blurred vision.

just kidding!

Re: The Act of Nonaction: An Awakening

john harper — Sat, 08 Sep 2007 11:51:45 -0000

Rudy - couldn't locate your email address, but this looks like an appropriate post to draw your attention to Joe, who you met at the Bloggers Connect.

http://www.inman.com/hstory.aspx?ID=64496

Re: Where Does Video Whup Virtual Tours?

john harper — Tue, 18 Sep 2007 19:02:10 -0000

It's a matter of money. Good video requires decent equipment and knowing how to use it, how to write a script, how to edit effectively, and etc.

I'm playing around with Real Estate Shows at the moment looking for ways to expand its viral potential. Though more limited than many products out there, it offers the average agent a means to expand their marketing tools without having to earn a degree in technology or cinematography.

Re: Heavy Traffic: Trulia Top Referrer to Major Real Estate Firms

john harper — Sun, 23 Sep 2007 12:58:21 -0000

Not a big surprise. Keller Williams entered into an arrangement with Trulia last year. All KW listings are automatically included on Trulia

Re: Are the Neighbors Unzillowable? Ask Rotten Neighbor

john harper — Thu, 27 Sep 2007 15:30:07 -0000

I love it! Another plus for transparency. Before long this whole Real Estate Web 2.0 gig will be just another installment of the Jerry Springer show.

Re: Zillow Gets a Realtor Poll as RealtorGenius Gets the Shaft

john harper — Wed, 03 Oct 2007 14:16:39 -0000

Is branding yourself as a Realtor really worth a damn anymore? The people most vocal on this seem to be Realtors and not the consumer. Is the designation REALTOR similar to getting an online degree for $19.95 only more pricey?

You tell me. I'm not a REALTOR and have only been in the biz a little over a year. The other two team members are. I have yet to see one instance where being a Realtor had any influence. Of course, I can't go to the convention - maybe that's the big deal.

Re: Add Your Caption

john harper — Tue, 27 Nov 2007 22:54:04 -0000

Flash Sucks!

Re: You Won’t Win Friends With “Facebook Friend Bomber”

john harper — Thu, 24 Jan 2008 16:14:30 -0000

Yeah, but what about all those FaceBookers that need Viagra? Isn't anyone concerned with their well-being?

You gotta love the concept of a social network where you haven't a clue of who the people in your network are.

Re: How Long Should It Take For My Marketing To Work?

john harper — Mon, 12 Feb 2007 10:56:29 -0000

The first two paragraphs say it all. Too many are lost in magical thinking and the seduction of instant gratificaiton. Can I get the winning lotto numbers from you?

Re: Would Willie Lohman Blog?

john harper — Mon, 19 Feb 2007 08:58:26 -0000

John - I had this conversation with an electronics salesman and a sales manager in Men's Furnishings at Nordstroms. Salespeople could create a tremendous presence and sense of authority through blogging, but few get it yet. Proving that my fellow real estate agents aren't alone

Re: Favorite Firefox Extensions

john harper — Sat, 10 Mar 2007 12:20:54 -0000

Loved the recommendations. The comments would have been better if people responding had left links to the extensions they are recommending

Re: Trick or Trust?

john harper — Sun, 13 May 2007 10:05:54 -0000

When I get those "official looking" pieces I toss them and add the sender to a list of people I don't want to do business with. I prefer ads that are short, sweet and to the point. I want to scan it and make a decision in about 2 seconds. If you're trying to fool me or waste my time, why would i want to do business with you?

Re: Finally a solution for blog comment spam

john harper — Thu, 06 Sep 2007 15:11:46 -0000

Where have I seen this type of tactic before - the mafia, neighborhood gangs - now the blogoshpere!

If you pay me, I won't bust your legs!

Re: Completely low tech and I love it

john harper — Sun, 27 Jan 2008 20:40:35 -0000

me too - ordered it right away

Re: Slideshare offers tools for presenters

john harper — Thu, 31 Jan 2008 20:22:35 -0000

I'll have to give them some more attention, especially after Lani's comment. We have been using Spresent.com over on our site. Here's an example

Re: Thought of the day

john harper — Sat, 07 Apr 2007 11:04:43 -0000

Are you referring to the Statue of Liberty?

Re: Be Careful What You Say on the Internet!

john harper — Mon, 19 Mar 2007 10:51:13 -0000

Yes indeed, a very good lesson. I will bookmark this page to pass along to all those attending the blogging classes Pat Kitano and I are teaching.

Just want to mention Nick Strippy to help the Google Juice.

I wonder if he even has his name set up on Google Alerts - I'm sure the rest of you do.

Re: The NAR Fires a Shot at RealtorGenius.com

john harper — Wed, 03 Oct 2007 11:11:19 -0000

Jay thanks for the heads up. Once again the NAR demonstrates their real stripes. As I often say, your actions speak louder than words. The NAR is a classic example of an association no longer in touch with it's members, its mission, or the times.

This is obviously a retalitory action based on Realtor Genius' high level of exposure and the posts taking the NAR to task.

Re: 2 Months with the Aliph Jawbone

john harper — Tue, 27 Nov 2007 22:59:21 -0000

I love my jawbone BUT half the time I turn it on I can hear but the mic seems to be muted. I can't seem to discover the magic combination to get it working with one click. But if I fiddle with it - it seems to straighten itself out.

It can be frustrating for the first two people I call though.