It has been weeks since my last blog. I don't know what happened. Perhaps laziness, lost of interest, trying to save & close deals, or just plain anxiety trying to come up with a topic that doesn't make you sound senseless.
On Friday, I committed to myself to an early Sunday morning start at Starbucks to begin my 4th blog. The ambiance was ideal because I did not have to fight or wait for my favorite table by the window to people watch. Cool tunes from the Bossa Nova era, to Salsa and acoustic rock were playing. A perfect Sunday to just hang out and chillax (one of my favorite words from the late Bernie Mac, may he rest in peace)
I typically like to read the paper to get the brain cells pumping and the ideas flowing. For some reason, and to no surprise, it wasn't happening. I just finished reading the paper and after 2.5 Grande size coffee, black, I felt the need for speed. Now I was contemplating many blog topics from the Fed's bail out - what a mess and we know who's going to suffer, the recent bombing in Pakistan, the recent decline in mortgage rates do to the Gov't action, the SF Giants & 49ers games at 1:00pm.
My entire body was juiced & pumping. And after several minutes, I did realize a few things: I was making excuses about trying to come up with a topic, I was using the current events not to write and I should never pump myself with caffeine when feeling the anxieties of writing a blog - especially as a newby blogger.
So, as the story of my life, I decided to just do it and write.... Trying to avoid sounding senseless. Will blogging get any easier?
Yes it will. Hardly a day goes by that I don't have a conversation with someone, read something, hear something on the TV or radio, or see a trend in real estate market stats, visit a new model home, etc., etc. where I am inspired to write a blog and share my experience with my ActiveRain friends.
It's that easy.
Being a blabber-mouth helps.
Lenn's right. Take that question someone asked you on the phone or in an e-mail and use it as a subject for your blog of the day.
I also think it gets easier if you realize that you can write about lots of things, not just real estate brilliance. Use it as a chance to have consumers get to know you. Good luck and don't stress it.
I just write whatever comes to my mind - usually get comments so I guess that it is ok!
Jeff, I know exactly what you mean. Sometimes ideas just dont pop into your head. other times I am just running over with ideas. Thanks, Keith
It takes time, but I just write about everyday situations that come up that I think people might like to know about or about new information I learn that can be beneficial to all. It will come. Keep your ears and eyes open for opportunities.
Thank you all for your comments! I will go with the flow. Have a great week!
Hey Jeff
I completely understand. As most of the encouraging posts reiterate, just be yourself and post what interest you as a person. no need for novels as i like short stories and article vs. books. sorry for the late reply!