Plaxo and Facebook, finally giving in

So we're all in this together. This being the economic crunch; it's a crisis, it's crazy, corrupt, cranky, creative, and crusty... I'm sure there are more adjectives, but you don't want to push a point too far. My business is based largely on referral work, past clients who send me to their colleagues and friends. This is a wonderful way to get business, and it's been very good to me, and I hope it continues forever. However, in this economic time, it is necessary for business (including mine) to reach out and touch new business, new pipelines in order to stay afloat. So I have picked up my pace. I'm attending more events, more Rotary meetings, and I have joined Plaxo and Facebook. Connection, connection, connection. Keeping in front of your potential clients, letting them know you are available to work for them. This is where the creative comes in when describing the times we are in. We need to be creative in our marketing, our connections and our strategies. So get out there. NOW!

Island Recession

OK, so I made light of my vacation and said I would check on the commercial real estate on Kauai... but I really did. When the helicopter shuttle driver was a real estate agent, who had to get a "real" job, I decided it was something that needed doing. So, the long and short of it. It's not good. Vacancies looked to be about 40% for retail. There is a for sale sign every 10 feet in some neighborhoods. The first thing people let go of? Vacations and Vacation homes. So if you do have money to spend, now's the time... hmmm seems like I've said that before...

Exploring Commercial Real Estate in Hawaii

So it has been a year since I've had a vacation, and I felt it was time to change that. I will be leaving town tomorrow to check out Kaua'i. I've never been to any of the Hawaiian islands, but everyone tells me that I will not want to come back. I'll let you know. Meanwhile, if you need help, Dante Gomez, my worthy colleague, will be happy to show buildings, answer questions or write up contracts. Please feel free to call him at 360-259-9597.