Comments on: The true test of any relationship. http://agbeat.com/editorials/point-purpose/the-true-test-of-any-relationship/ News, insights, tools, and inspiration for business owners and professionals Wed, 16 May 2012 17:25:59 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.2 By: Matt Stiglianohttp://agbeat.com/editorials/point-purpose/the-true-test-of-any-relationship/#comment-37648 Matt Stigliano Tue, 25 Aug 2009 16:26:46 +0000 http://agentgenius.com/?p=16347#comment-37648 Kim - I'd be honored to be beaten to a pulp by you in a blog-off. Bring it on! Hope your days are getting better and definitely can't wait to meet. Ken - And life is gooderer if you have good friends. Lisa - I've been lucky in real estate. I clicked with a lot of people who became my friends early on. I have one of the best "support teams" on earth. When I need something, I have friends in all sorts of places and it's a great comfort to know and a huge confidence builder. Joe - It's always nice to know that you're part of something special. I guess humans in general need that feeling. That's why we have so many clubs, fraternal organizations, business social groups, and of course - social media itself. Belonging to something and building relationships is a part of life. Missy - I saw a lot of it right here in my early days of hanging around AgentGenius. I didn't know Bill's wife, but I knew of her. Bill had become someone I associated with on occasion here and to hear of his loss made me feel as if I was a part of that life. The outpouring of comments to him included my own, a guy he barely knew and had never met face to face. Didn't matter, because Bill responded to me much the same as he did many that he had met - as a friend. It really helped show me the value of relationships built through social media, even if there has never been an actual face to face meeting. Paula - Thanks for the compliment. Hearing something like that is certainly a confidence booster. I look forward to meeting you as well - I owe you for the whole inspiration of the Google/scraper drama. That was a big moment in my real estate career for me and you took the time to make me feel a part of it all. I appreciate that! Kim – I’d be honored to be beaten to a pulp by you in a blog-off. Bring it on! Hope your days are getting better and definitely can’t wait to meet.

Ken – And life is gooderer if you have good friends.

Lisa – I’ve been lucky in real estate. I clicked with a lot of people who became my friends early on. I have one of the best “support teams” on earth. When I need something, I have friends in all sorts of places and it’s a great comfort to know and a huge confidence builder.

Joe – It’s always nice to know that you’re part of something special. I guess humans in general need that feeling. That’s why we have so many clubs, fraternal organizations, business social groups, and of course – social media itself. Belonging to something and building relationships is a part of life.

Missy – I saw a lot of it right here in my early days of hanging around AgentGenius. I didn’t know Bill’s wife, but I knew of her. Bill had become someone I associated with on occasion here and to hear of his loss made me feel as if I was a part of that life. The outpouring of comments to him included my own, a guy he barely knew and had never met face to face. Didn’t matter, because Bill responded to me much the same as he did many that he had met – as a friend. It really helped show me the value of relationships built through social media, even if there has never been an actual face to face meeting.

Paula – Thanks for the compliment. Hearing something like that is certainly a confidence booster. I look forward to meeting you as well – I owe you for the whole inspiration of the Google/scraper drama. That was a big moment in my real estate career for me and you took the time to make me feel a part of it all. I appreciate that!

]]> By: Paula Henryhttp://agbeat.com/editorials/point-purpose/the-true-test-of-any-relationship/#comment-37585 Paula Henry Sun, 23 Aug 2009 01:47:49 +0000 http://agentgenius.com/?p=16347#comment-37585 Matt - Your sincerity is always evident whether virtual or Real Life. Dats why people luv ya! I can't wait to meet you :) Matt – Your sincerity is always evident whether virtual or Real Life. Dats why people luv ya! I can’t wait to meet you :)

]]> By: Kathleen Herronhttp://agbeat.com/editorials/point-purpose/the-true-test-of-any-relationship/#comment-61506 Kathleen Herron Fri, 21 Aug 2009 15:44:21 +0000 http://agentgenius.com/?p=16347#comment-61506 <span class="topsy_trackback_comment"><span class="topsy_twitter_username"><span class="topsy_trackback_content">The true test of any relationship. http://bit.ly/kqVFG</span></span> The true test of any relationship. http://bit.ly/kqVFG

]]> By: Missy Caulkhttp://agbeat.com/editorials/point-purpose/the-true-test-of-any-relationship/#comment-37513 Missy Caulk Fri, 21 Aug 2009 12:58:10 +0000 http://agentgenius.com/?p=16347#comment-37513 A phone call or comment or virtual hug does wonders for us, when we are busy or under the weather. When my daughter was in a horrible car crash in 07, her room was full of flowers from virtual friends. Some whom I have never met to this day. A phone call or comment or virtual hug does wonders for us, when we are busy or under the weather. When my daughter was in a horrible car crash in 07, her room was full of flowers from virtual friends. Some whom I have never met to this day.

]]> By: Joe Loomerhttp://agbeat.com/editorials/point-purpose/the-true-test-of-any-relationship/#comment-37509 Joe Loomer Fri, 21 Aug 2009 11:11:07 +0000 http://agentgenius.com/?p=16347#comment-37509 Need to add that "mothers, wives, HUSBANDS, and fathers weep....." Need to add that “mothers, wives, HUSBANDS, and fathers weep…..”

]]> By: Joe Loomerhttp://agbeat.com/editorials/point-purpose/the-true-test-of-any-relationship/#comment-37508 Joe Loomer Fri, 21 Aug 2009 11:06:23 +0000 http://agentgenius.com/?p=16347#comment-37508 I'm blessed to have a robust client base that also shares a unique bond with me - the fraternity of Navy Chief Petty Officers. I won't bore everyone with the intricate details of what that means - just know that the "list" of "Chief Selectees" comes out in late July or early August, and that starts the training phase of teaching a Sailor how to be "The Chief." By mid-September they have their "pinning" - also known as "The Happiest Day of My Life" - when they don the uniform and the ANCHORS. Chests explode with pride, mothers, wives, and fathers weep openly with joy, and new Chiefs are born. Because I share that unique bond with many of my clients, we socialize regularly, and correspond frequently - regardless of our physical location. Fully half of my FB friends are Sailors - past and present. I do things no Realtor should ever do for their clients - simply because we're Chiefs. A friend in need and all that..... Today, Senior Chief "Wild Bill" Keown, United States Navy, is retiring in the Fort Meade, Maryland area. I initiated Bill into the Chief Fraternity fully nine-plus years ago. I am not there in body - but I sure am in spirit. Songs will be sung, many a toast made and off-color joke told. As concerned as you are for Kim, I am jealous of my friends that are there for this auspicious occassion. I'd quote Kennedy's missive about serving in the Navy - but I've gone on long enough and need to go dry my eyes anyway. Thanks, Matt, for making my day with another awesome reminder about what's important in life. Navy Chief, Navy Pride! I’m blessed to have a robust client base that also shares a unique bond with me – the fraternity of Navy Chief Petty Officers. I won’t bore everyone with the intricate details of what that means – just know that the “list” of “Chief Selectees” comes out in late July or early August, and that starts the training phase of teaching a Sailor how to be “The Chief.” By mid-September they have their “pinning” – also known as “The Happiest Day of My Life” – when they don the uniform and the ANCHORS. Chests explode with pride, mothers, wives, and fathers weep openly with joy, and new Chiefs are born.

Because I share that unique bond with many of my clients, we socialize regularly, and correspond frequently – regardless of our physical location. Fully half of my FB friends are Sailors – past and present. I do things no Realtor should ever do for their clients – simply because we’re Chiefs. A friend in need and all that…..

Today, Senior Chief “Wild Bill” Keown, United States Navy, is retiring in the Fort Meade, Maryland area. I initiated Bill into the Chief Fraternity fully nine-plus years ago. I am not there in body – but I sure am in spirit. Songs will be sung, many a toast made and off-color joke told. As concerned as you are for Kim, I am jealous of my friends that are there for this auspicious occassion.

I’d quote Kennedy’s missive about serving in the Navy – but I’ve gone on long enough and need to go dry my eyes anyway. Thanks, Matt, for making my day with another awesome reminder about what’s important in life.

Navy Chief, Navy Pride!

]]> By: Lisa Sandersonhttp://agbeat.com/editorials/point-purpose/the-true-test-of-any-relationship/#comment-37495 Lisa Sanderson Thu, 20 Aug 2009 23:38:33 +0000 http://agentgenius.com/?p=16347#comment-37495 Nice article. When you click with people like that it's like magic! (Get well, Kim!) Nice article. When you click with people like that it’s like magic!

(Get well, Kim!)

]]> By: Real Estate Feedshttp://agbeat.com/editorials/point-purpose/the-true-test-of-any-relationship/#comment-61507 Real Estate Feeds Thu, 20 Aug 2009 21:58:42 +0000 http://agentgenius.com/?p=16347#comment-61507 <span class="topsy_trackback_comment"><span class="topsy_twitter_username"><span class="topsy_trackback_content">The true test of any relationship.: Don\'t be stingy with your thoughts- stop by and comment! Having friends is .. http://bit.ly/12zaPc</span></span> The true test of any relationship.: Don\’t be stingy with your thoughts- stop by and comment!
Having friends is .. http://bit.ly/12zaPc

]]> By: Kim Woodhttp://agbeat.com/editorials/point-purpose/the-true-test-of-any-relationship/#comment-61508 Kim Wood Thu, 20 Aug 2009 21:38:10 +0000 http://agentgenius.com/?p=16347#comment-61508 <span class="topsy_trackback_comment"><span class="topsy_twitter_username"><span class="topsy_trackback_content">True test of relationships on AG. I get this, do you ?.... http://tinyurl.com/mzhhmj</span></span> True test of relationships on AG. I get this, do you ?…. http://tinyurl.com/mzhhmj

]]> By: KimWood (Kim Wood)http://agbeat.com/editorials/point-purpose/the-true-test-of-any-relationship/#comment-37476 KimWood (Kim Wood) Thu, 20 Aug 2009 21:38:10 +0000 http://agentgenius.com/?p=16347#comment-37476 True test of relationships on AG. I get this, do you ?.... http://tinyurl.com/mzhhmj True test of relationships on AG. I get this, do you ?…. http://tinyurl.com/mzhhmj

]]> By: Ken Brandhttp://agbeat.com/editorials/point-purpose/the-true-test-of-any-relationship/#comment-37484 Ken Brand Thu, 20 Aug 2009 20:29:45 +0000 http://agentgenius.com/?p=16347#comment-37484 Life is gooder if you have friends. Amen. Life is gooder if you have friends. Amen.

]]> By: Kim Woodhttp://agbeat.com/editorials/point-purpose/the-true-test-of-any-relationship/#comment-37475 Kim Wood Thu, 20 Aug 2009 17:33:24 +0000 http://agentgenius.com/?p=16347#comment-37475 PS I have a Gravatar and I hate when it doesn't grab it ! PS I have a Gravatar and I hate when it doesn’t grab it !

]]> By: Kim Woodhttp://agbeat.com/editorials/point-purpose/the-true-test-of-any-relationship/#comment-37474 Kim Wood Thu, 20 Aug 2009 17:32:24 +0000 http://agentgenius.com/?p=16347#comment-37474 Matt - I can't wait to give you the big 'ole *hug* face-to-face.... again, not IRL (in real life) because the hugs I send virtually are in fact, real. The support I have received is amazing, from people that I've known and met f2f, people I've only known virtually, people I know locally and people I didn't connect with at all before..... it's amazing ! Relationship building is where it's at. For clients, for agents, for friends. And watch out, Boi, cause I have a lot of post ideas ready to come out - so I might beat you !!! *HUGS* Kim Matt – I can’t wait to give you the big ‘ole *hug* face-to-face…. again, not IRL (in real life) because the hugs I send virtually are in fact, real. The support I have received is amazing, from people that I’ve known and met f2f, people I’ve only known virtually, people I know locally and people I didn’t connect with at all before….. it’s amazing !

Relationship building is where it’s at. For clients, for agents, for friends.

And watch out, Boi, cause I have a lot of post ideas ready to come out – so I might beat you !!!

*HUGS* Kim

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