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Amazing info-graphic about Apple Vs. Samsung

toddphone — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 16:13:35 +0000

This is awesome. HT to @mattdollinger

toddphone — Tue, 15 Mar 2011 20:35:18 +0000

Writing REALTOR® Magazine’s cover story

toddphone — Thu, 17 Feb 2011 22:27:17 +0000

One of the best parts about my job at NAR is getting to work in the “Publications” department. For most of my career, I have worked with other sales professionals. It’s been great to work with people that have completely different skill sets. The folks at REALTOR@ Magazine approched me to write the cover story for March after reading my post on unfriending people on their birthday. Of course I accepted and it’s been an awesome experiance. The team really made my story come to life.

I also got the opportunity to work with Ginger Wilcox and Jeff Turner on the project. They both put together a pair of excellent side columns for the article. If you’re a member, the magazine should be at your door soon. If not, here are links to the story online.

Less is Definitely More

Filter Twitter By Creating Lists

Manage Facebook with Selective Transparency

Two quick morning thoughts on Google’s retreat from real estate

toddphone — Thu, 27 Jan 2011 13:40:13 +0000

Is wasn’t that long ago the re.pundits were discussing the implications of Google’s entry into real estate. Now, it’s time to talk about their retreat. I’m sorry to see them go. I thought Google’s entry into RE was a good thing because competition is good. Since that time, Move has completely overhauled REALTOR.com into something that Google doesn’t feel they should compete with. Coincidence? Maybe, maybe not.

Google notes, “low usage, the proliferation of excellent property-search tools on real estate websites” as two reasons for the retreat. I think the low usage part is telling in that it suggests that SEO is not the total solution for winning the real estate game. After all, they control those results. Most people aren’t thinking to go to Google to look for listings. I think SEO is important, but some perspective is good as well.

That’s all I have, time to get ready for work.

Why you shouldn’t care if coach isn’t a top producer.

toddphone — Wed, 29 Dec 2010 15:29:44 +0000

A tale of two quarterbacks:

Mike was a solid high school quarterback, but considered undersized
once he moved on to college. A hit from another player almost killed
him and his career as a quarterback quickly came to a close. Mike
became a coach. He started as an assistant coach in the college ranks
and eventually made it to the NFL where he worked as a quarterback’s
coach, an offensive coordinator and finally, a head coach.

John was a superstar quarterback in high school and college. He was
the first player drafted in the Quarterback Class of 1983 and ended
his career as the winningest quarterback in NFL history and MVP of the
back to back World Champion Denver Broncos.

Throughout most of John Elway’s best years in the NFL, Mike Shanahan
was his coach.

Personally, I don’t care if the people who coach me are top producers.
I want them to be top coaches.

Merry Digital Christmas!

toddphone — Wed, 22 Dec 2010 19:57:44 +0000

How many RE BarCamps have their been? I need your help

toddphone — Mon, 20 Dec 2010 19:44:16 +0000

I’m trying to figure out how many RE BarCamps there have been. I remember when Andy thought up the first one. I just hoped we would be successful enough to do it again the next year. Here’s my list, but I know I’m missing a bunch of them. Please report any cities I missed, or the number of times they’ve happened. Thanks!

San Francisco – 3

Houston – 1

New York – 2

Virginia (Fredricksburg) – 1

Phoenix – 2?

Los Angeles – 1

Orange County 2

San Diego – 2

San Jose – 1

Sacremento -1 ?

East Bay – 1?

Ocean City – 1

Virginia Beach – 2

DC – 2 ?

Lynchburg – 1

Pittsburgh – 1

Indianapolis – 2

Denver – 2

Philadelphia – 2 ?

Chicago – 1

Columbus – 1

Minneapolis – 1

New Orleans – 1

Charlotte – 2

Raleigh – 1

St. Louis – 1

Toronto – 1

Seattle – 3 ?

Rye, NY – 1

Reno – 1

Salt Lake – 1

Paris – 1

Austin – 1

Orlando – 1

New Hampshire – 1

I know there’s more. Please let me know!

Thanks @InmanNews I truly appreciate being listed in the #inman100

toddphone — Tue, 14 Dec 2010 21:37:53 +0000

Oh, and bit.ly says about 250 people fell for the RickRoll.

Today’s whiteboard

toddphone — Mon, 06 Dec 2010 20:52:15 +0000

Puppet bike!

toddphone — Sun, 05 Dec 2010 19:24:29 +0000

See the full shot here: http://pegshot.com/p/910q851fe/