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Saturday, September 4th, 2010
How are your missions coming? Do you know that if you decide to move your business forward everyday and take one small action, that in one year, you will have taken 365 actions toward the growth of your business? Powerful right? That is why I give you these missions. Take action on each one and you are already 52 steps ahead of the game.
Stop and make a list today of what you really want from your Home Staging Training, business and Career. Are you getting what you set out to achieve? If so, congratulations, if not, why not? Have you put on your blinders? I just finished my Exclusive APSD Certified PD training, it is the only one I will do this year and I really challenged the PD’s to see what they wanted from their home staging business and achieve it. For each of them, it was frightening to literally write it out, not to mention difficult. But you know what, when they did, each one of them realized that it was achievable! It is because they decided to face their desires with both eyes wide open and go for it. I want you to do the same. Make a list of what you want and then decide to be accountable for it. Remove your blinders and choose to see clearly so you can get exactly what you want. Make sure you tell me about it at www.HomeStage.ning.com I will celebrate your new found “eye sight” with you!
Ready to take your next step toward greatness in the Home Staging Business? Try my Home Staging Business Course at no charge. Simply go to www.APSDmembers.com/HomeStager to get started today and receive the first session at no charge.
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Saturday, September 4th, 2010
I was reading a fax by one of my mentors and he asked the question, “Do you have Scotoma?” Well, I should not say that he asked the question, he actually implied it. What he really asked was “How do you hide an elephant on a pool table?” And the answer is to put him in green shoes.
The Point…and yes, I have one…is that most of us have a “blind spot” which is what “Scotoma” means, literally. Figuratively however, it means that we are blind to our true self or our short comings. When it comes to real estate and the business of home staging, I have so many people complain to me about not having what they want or feel as though they deserve yet when I really ask about their business strategies, time management techniques they are using, the focus time they put into their home staging and real estate career, or even how many contacts they made that week…they usually don’t have an answer. The reason for this is “Scotoma.” It means that they have a blind spot or are turning a blind eye toward what really needs to be done.
Have you ever not wanted to look at your bank account because you were afraid of what you might see? I know, I have been there but now I look at it with both eyes wide open because it is the only way I can effectively manage my successful home staging business. I have taken off my blinders, hold myself 100% accountable and face my fears daily in order to avoid any blind spots.
Or, maybe you “refuse to see” which is another common affliction. This is the case with my competitors. They feel comfortable posting nasty things about me because I am a success in the Home Staging Industry because they refuse to see (and do) what it takes to get to where they want to be.
The same might be true for you. There might be a “#1 Home Stager” in your area and you have been vying for that position. Do you really see what that person does to get to the top? Hey, here is the good news, maybe they have not done a great deal and it wouldn’t take too much for you to surpass them…but you will never know unless you look, and I mean really look at what they are doing…and here is the hard part…what you are doing, or not doing as the case may be.
Finally, I think that this topic has to do with trust. I had this conversation with Pete tonight, about trusting ourselves enough to believe in our own success. Can we really do it? Can we open our eyes wide and achieve the success we want? I have my answer, and yes, I am scared to death because we are about to take a BIG RISK…but you have to decide for yourself. Will you choose success with wide open eyes…or something else and claim Scotoma?
I hope, and wish and pray….that you choose 20/20 vision and make a huge success out of your home staging business.
To your joy and success,
Karen Schaefer
Founder, APSD The Association of Property Scene Designers
The World Leader in Home Staging Training and Certification
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Monday, August 30th, 2010
How are your missions coming? Do you know that if you decide to move your business forward everyday and take one small action, that in one year, you will have taken 365 actions toward the growth of your business? Powerful right? That is why I give you these missions. Take action on each one and you are already 52 steps ahead of the game.
Stop and think about being a Master of Home Staging in your area. What would that do for you? What about your family? If you are 40 years old today and you don’t decide to do this, how old will you be next year…and still needing to do it? Today, I want you to outline one way that you will make yourself believe in you, every single day for the rest of your life. Next, figure out a great way to take an additional training.
At APSD, you can do a few of our recent courses on Curb Appeal or Marketing Your Home Staging Business and you can find those resources at http://www.APSDmembers.com You can also get the first session of APSD Certified Home Stager at no cost right now at http://www.APSDmembers.com/homestager Just do something that takes you a step closer. And finally, figure out a way to practice your skill today. You could re do a room in your own home, help a friend that is trying to sell, or even offer a free staging or marketing consultation to a real estate agent in exchange for a great testimonial or referral. Whatever you decide, just take action on it today. By following these three steps, every day, now you will be on your way toward becoming a true Home Staging Master!
Want to really be a Home Staging Master and lead an extraordinary life? Having a healthy and successful Home Staging Business is the best thing you can do for yourself and your family! And right now, I am offering you the opportunity to test drive the best Certified Home Staging Training Program in the Industry…for NO COST! Even if you have been certified elsewhere, this is the only program that shows you the system behind home staging so you can get more jobs, how to market to attract new clients, and how to run a successful home staging business. I also show you pricing structures for you services so you always know what to charge, home staging contracts and so much more. So, if you are ready to take your Home Staging Business to the next level (or even just make it work today!), check out my special offer to receive the first session of the APSD Certified Home Stager Training Program as my gift to you! Can’t wait to work together! http://www.APSDmembers.com/homestager
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Friday, August 20th, 2010
We have all heard the expression that there is a “full moon tonight” and when that happens, we often feel restless. Why do you think that is? Well, it could be because of the gravitational pull of the moon and the earth, it might be that we have seen too many werewolf movies or that it is the Universe’s way of telling us change is near. I am inclined to believe the latter.
Every year or so, I get very restless and I know that means I am in for a growth spurt. We see this with children, when they start to get a little stocky, all the sudden they shoot up and become a bean pole again! Most parents realize that the child is just about ready for a growth spurt but once you are an adult, it is not as easy to recognize.
Usually, we ignore it until it goes away. Or, we chalk it up to being over tired or over worked. What if you just pause for a moment and gave your restlessness a little attention. As a Home Stager or anyone that works in the Real Estate and Home Staging Industries, you know things are changing quickly…for the better. While the economy is still very rough, every single day new houses get listed and people need to sell.
There has never been a better time in history to change your life and others, for the better. What do I mean by all of this? Well, If you paid attention to your restlessness you would realize that it is dormant opportunity asking you to take advantage of it. Will you have to work at it? Yes. Might you have to step out of your comfort zone? Yes. Will you reap abundant rewards? Of course.
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Tuesday, August 10th, 2010
Your Mission, should you choose to accept it…:
How are your missions coming? Do you know that if you decide to move your business forward everyday and take one small action, that in one year, you will have taken 365 actions toward the growth of your business? Powerful right? That is why I give you these missions. Take action on each one and you are already 52 steps ahead of the game.
Here is a BOLD mission for you this week. Take advantage of the APSD “How to Market…” offer…and take action on the information you learn. I guarantee your success and promise it is the “good kind of opportunity” if you are ready to be a part of the “20%.”
Ready to run a “Successful Home Staging Business” and attract all the clients and Home Staging Bookings that you need without working yourself to death? How many of you are Certified Home Stagers, but can’t seem to figure out how to get work, or at least not enough to make it worth your time ? Don’t worry, that is because no one has ever taught you the “money making” side of Home Staging.
Take a look at this easy to follow program that will literally teach you how to have more clients and bookings than you can handle! http://www.apsdmembers.com/marketingspecial/
Joy and Success,
Karen Schaefer
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Saturday, July 24th, 2010
How are your missions coming? Do you know that if you decide to move your business forward everyday and take one small action, that in one year, you will have taken 365 actions toward the growth of your business? Powerful right? That is why I give you these missions. Take action on each one and you are already 52 steps ahead of the game.
This week, I want you to sit down and decide on a very clear vision that you have for your Home Staging, Design and Real Estate Business. Don’t just think about it, write it down and come up with a plan of action that you can implement daily, weekly and monthly. Use the simple 1-2-3 plan that I outlined for you above in order to do this.
Once you have your very clear vision, decide on a marketing cycle. How often will you market, what will you say, and to whom will you say it? Put the plan in place and implement the plan.
Finally, decide how and when you will work with 100% concentration on your business and decide today that no one else can disturb you. The first think I want you to do during your uninterrupted business hours is to define how long each task takes you from beginning to end so that you can become a more effective planner and Home Stager. How long does it take you to do your monthly marketing, a home staging, make calls, etc.? Plan it out, from A to Z and now you will know really what you can accomplish each day that lead you toward your great path of success.
You will be surprised at how quickly can get there!
Ready to run a “Successful Home Staging Business” and attract all the clients and Home Staging Bookings that you need without working yourself to death? How many of you are Certified Home Stagers, but can’t seem to figure out how to get work, or at least not enough to make it worth your time ? Don’t worry, that is because no one has ever taught you the “money making” side of Home Staging. Well, no more! At APSD™ I recently created a special 4 part course filled with the exact same marketing and business building strategies that I use in my own Home Staging Business that has allowed me to create a 6 figure Home Staging Business income year after year. As we build a bigger, greater and extremely talented APSD™ Home Staging Community, I wanted to share those secrets with all of our Certified Home Staging Professionals, Designers and Real Estate Agents so that you know how to consistently grow your own business. Take a look at this easy to follow program that will literally teach you how to have more clients and bookings than you can handle!
http://apsdmembers.com/marketing/order.html And, if you act fast…I have an EXTRA SPECIAL opportunity for you right now!
Karen Schaefer
Founder, APSD The Association of Property Scene Designers
The World Leader in Home Staging Training and Certification
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Friday, July 16th, 2010
How are your missions coming? Do you know that if you decide to move your business forward everyday and take one small action, that in one year, you will have taken 365 actions toward the growth of your business? Powerful right? That is why I give you these missions. Take action on each one and you are already 52 steps ahead of the game.
Decide today to become a celebrity Home Stager in your market. What can you do right now that exceeds the expectations of your client and is a little outrageous? Are you able to solve a problem today that would help your client and intrigue the agents, media home sellers in your area?
Find one thing this week that takes you a step closer to becoming a Super Star Home Stager…and make sure you tell me about it so I can be a part of your “fan list.”
Joy and Success,
Karen Schaefer
Founder, APSD The Association of Property Scene Designers
The World Leader in Home Staging Training and Certification
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Friday, July 9th, 2010
How are your missions coming? Do you know that if you decide to move your business forward everyday and take one small action, that in one year, you will have taken 365 actions toward the growth of your business? Powerful right? That is why I give you these missions. Take action on each one and you are already 52 steps ahead of the game.
This is an easy one. Take a step this week, just one, but make sure it is moving your Home Staging, Design and Real Estate Business forward. And then of course, tell me about it so I can cheer you on! www.HomeStage.ning.com
(***I am getting ready to take this call down…but, you can learn a great way to make more money in less time with our new Curb Appeal call/If you have not listened to it yet, here is the link of the replay. And I made a very special offer in the end for everyone that you just won’t want to miss! (The $100 discount comes down on MONDAY!) If you would like to be able to create Great Curb Appeal for your clients and add a whole new stream of income to your Home Staging Business, Design and Real Estate Business listen to the replay now! “Curb Appeal, Creating Impact and Profit in your Home Staging, Design and Real Estate Business.” http://www.apsdmembers.com/curbappeal
Joy and Success,
Karen Schaefer
Founder, APSD The Association of Property Scene Designers
The World Leader in Home Staging Training and Certification
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Wednesday, July 21st, 2010Tell me how you would Stage and Market this Property in the comments section below.
Every month, the person with the most “creative & effective” Home Selling, Staging or Marketing tip – will win a really cool prize!!!!
Click on the “Comments” section below to give me your ideas…
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