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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
Which would you prefer to be? Most of you would logically say “Master” (or at least I hope you would) but the truth is that very few are actually willing and able to put in the effort, time, expense, and energy that is required to really master our craft.
I think that once you have been APSD certified, if you use all the information I provide…all of it, on a regular basis, and you practice, become tenacious, don’t quit, continue to educate yourself by reading the weekly publications, become a member and watch all the videos, take additional courses when offered, look at design magazines, visit open houses…you know, do what it takes to master your skill, then you can easily become a success.
I know what you are thinking…”Karen that takes time and money!” Yes, I know it takes that and whole lot more. I know that when I decided to become the best that I had $118,000 of credit card debt, no income to speak of and absolutely no skill but I decided that I would be the best and master my skill. I believe that ANYONE can MASTER ANYTHING! Since I started, I made a great deal of money and then in one 3 month period, I lost it all (a story for another day)—it was devastating to work so hard and have others take it away from you. But the cool thing is that because I have literally mastered my skill, I can come back. I can do it again because I have honed my skill to be better than nearly anyone in the industry, so no matter what happens, when you become a master, you can always be a success.
That is what I want to talk to you about today. Are you really ready to be the Master of Home Staging in your area? Because you know you can be. I am amazed at the skill level on our member site and networking site. I learn something new from all of you nearly every single day! Really, if you just applied yourselves, every day, to the growth and development of your Home Staging Business, you could be the Master of Home Staging in your entire area.
So, here is what I believe it takes, to become a true master…but you have to be committed…
1) Belief—I believe in you because I believe in the APSD system under which you have been trained (if not—then get started today for NO CHARGE—www.apsdmembers.com/homestager). I also believe in you because, with most of you, I have seen your work and know you are talented. So, starting today, and forever more, you need to believe in yourself. It is a simple mindset shift and you are the only one that can make it happen. Just know that I am here for you and so is the rest of the APSD worldwide team….we all believe in you.
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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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Friday, August 20th, 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.
This mission is simple. Spend 30 minutes today, acknowledging your restlessness. Really sit and be quiet and listen to it. Then, ask for the path to success with your Home Staging Business, and it will be given to you. Take it, don’t quit! You are about to move the world!
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Thursday, August 12th, 2010
Hi Everyone,
This is my last message to you about the “Getting Home Staging Jobs” special….as you may or may not know, the CD I offered on Getting Home Staging Jobs in order to build your Home Staging Business sold out yesterday!
Then Pete, my brilliant husband, came up with a great idea, for today only…we can send you the audio recording of the CD and still at ZERO cost! (go to http://www.apsdmembers.com/marketing/special/freecd10steplanding.asp to get it today!)
Why would I do this? Well, I am really committed to your success and the success of the Home Staging Industry, and this is how I can prove it to you. And, if you like the information and it helps you to grow your Home Staging Business then maybe you will take a course from me in the future, or decide to join the marketing course (and at the ‘get started today for only $39’ special offer, you really should! It is amazing!”
“Karen I owe it all to you … You are the best1” Mannie Tantawy, Virginia
Either way, don’t miss out on this incredible offer as it will go away today.
http://www.apsdmembers.com/marketing/special/freecd10steplanding.asp
And, I would highly recommend you take advantage of the special opportunity I included with the CD on getting started with the Home Stager Marketing program for only $39!!!! Every home stager on the planet should take this course….lucky for you, they won’t all do it.
To Your Home Staging Success,
Karen Schaefer
Founder, APSD The Association of Property Scene Designers
The World Leader in Home Staging Training and Certification
PS- Don’t delay on this one. I am taking the offer away today on the no-cost audio recording “The 10 Proven Steps to Guarantee you get the Home Staging Booking.” http://www.apsdmembers.com/marketing/special/freecd10steplanding.asp
PPS—If you have ever wondered how to get your Home Staging Business off the ground, this audio recording and the Marketing Course are the anwer!
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Wednesday, August 11th, 2010
Hi Everyone,
Wow did I ever get a truckload of requests yesterday, from all of you for the no-cost CD I have offered for the past several months, on “The 10 Steps to Guarantee you get the Home Staging Booking.” It also included an amazing offer on my exclusive Home Staging Marketing Program that allowed you to get started for only $39! I would recommend this program to EVERYONE of you no matter your experience.
Not only did you want the Zero -Cost CD but many of you also registered for the “Get started today for only $39” special offer for my extraordinary Home Staging Marketing Course. Good for you!
I had planned on telling you that today was the last day you could get the CD, but I sold out yesterday! Then Pete, my brilliant husband, came up with a great idea, for today only…we can send you the audio recording of the CD today only and still at ZERO cost! (go to http://apsdmembers.com/marketing/special/freecd10steplanding.asp ; to get it today!)
Why would I do this? Well, I am really committed to your success and the success of the Home Staging Industry, and this is how I can prove it to you. And, if you like the information and it helps you to grow your Home Staging Business then maybe you will take a course from me in the future, or decide to join the marketing course (and at the ‘get started today for only $39’ special offer, you really should! It is amazing!”
“Dear Karen,
Thank you so much for the wonderful information you have provided in this marketing course. I love everything…” Angie Swintak, Canada
Either way, don’t miss out on this incredible offer as it will go away today.
http://apsdmembers.com/marketing/special/freecd10steplanding.asp
And, I would highly recommend you take advantage of the special opportunity I included with the CD on getting started with the Home Stager Marketing program for only $39!!!! Every home stager on the planet should take this course….lucky for you, they won’t all do it.
To Your Home Staging Success,
Karen Schaefer
Founder, APSD The Association of Property Scene Designers
The World Leader in Home Staging Training and Certification
PS- Don’t delay on this one. I am taking the offer away today on the no-cost audio recording “The 10 Proven Steps to Guarantee you get the Home Staging Booking.”
http://apsdmembers.com/marketing/special/freecd10steplanding.asp
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Tuesday, August 10th, 2010
Is Opportunity Passing you by?
Recently, I ran a 4 day special offer on my extraordinary 4 week Home Staging Marketing Program and while many savvy home stagers immediately jumped on the opportunity, I was rather shocked at those that didn’t. I guess it is the same thing that you always hear about with the 80/20 rule….20% of the people get 80% of the business.
I am sure there are many theories here but my belief (and I am pretty confident about this) is that they are willing and able to do what it takes to achieve their desired results. I knew that before I made a crazy good offer, but I thought, just hoped really, that I could change that within the Home Staging community by offering impossibly great information at an insanely affordable price… I offered to let you get started at only $39. I wanted every single Home Stager on earth to take this course, because yes, it is just that good, but more importantly because it gives you the results you are looking for with your Home Staging Business…if you are willing to put in the slightest amount of work. I know 20% of you are, but what about the other 80%?
But 80% of you are willing opportunity pass you by. That is good news for the 20% right? So, depending upon which statistic you fall in…you may or may not decide to read further, but for my money, I would recommend you do so.
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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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