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Oct. 23.

Life Goes On

By Midori | Posted in Featured News, Life, Motivation |
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It’s Saturday night and my head is filled with many things..so many things I have to write for myself so I can write for others..sounds weird I know but its the best way that I can express myself and it’s very therapeutic. And once its released, I usually end up feeling better.  Not only does my writer’s block disappear but it usually ends with me feeling better and left with a big smile . Relief and ready to move on to the next thing on the agenda.

Don’t worry, I’m not gonna hash out my dirty laundry but what I will tell you is that this year I turned 49 years old and its probably the most important time in my life, it’s truly the first time in my life that I have realized that no matter what happens, life goes on.

 

Don’t think I am sad I am just filled with clutter in my head, reminders of the past and a realization we humans waste so much time on silly things and so many times the silly things do not ever happen.   At 49, I am thinking about my mortality, looking ahead and what am I gonna do that is meaningful that is gonna fill some of the cracks that are deep in my heart.

 

We all have them you know, they are wounds we developed through the years from various stages of life.  Mistakes we made, the wrongs that occur, loves gained and loves lost, I think you get it, we all have cracks when we feel sadness, heart ache and/or suffering.  The old saying that time heals all wounds is somewhat true, after-all there are many joys in life.  The new joys, passions and moments of happiness will always help to heal some of those cracks in your heart.

 

We have to remember that no matter what life goes on regardless of how we feel.  That our time is limited here on earth regardless of your age.  I don’t know about you but time seems to fly by, I can’t believe that Christmas is around the corner again.   At 49 I feel like I don’t have much time left to stop and smell the roses, to watch the sun set or watch my sons become old men.  We just don’t know, do we?

There are three things I am 100% sure of when it comes to life, the first thing is to expect change, the 2nd what once lived will die and do I need to say it? Well think of it as a friendly reminder no matter what happens, Life goes on!  Do yourself a favor and starting living!

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Mar. 11.

The Basics | Why Skip Them?

By Midori | Posted in Real Estate, training and coaching |
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Agents come to me often…maybe their career is not going in the direction they want it…or maybe they just do not know where to start…

There are a few simple things that might help an agent to go from mediocre to great….and often times it doesn’t come from a real estate designation…or some expensive training class.  You READY?

Three basic things you should do for yourself..forget about Continued Education hours…for now..think about this.

Every year most board of REALTORS change their

  • MLS systems with enhancements and tools
  • Contracts usually change
  • Listing agreements and attachments sometimes change

If your REALTOR board offers these types of classes annually think about taking them.  I know every year most top agents review their expenses and the tools they use.  Consider taking classes to find out how to use the vital tools in your business…a better understanding of sales contracts and listing agreements.

Often times when I ask agents about their mls…in most cases they do not want to sit through a boring class…yet they do not understand or know all of the pieces to make effective CMA’s or are not aware of the free tools right at their fingertips…in reality its not free..you join the board…and have education at your fingertips..yes its not glamourous but it sure is vital.

Sometimes the mls tools allow you to cut costs in areas of marketing and connecting.  Many mls systems offer a way to stay in touch with your customer or offer fabulous mapping features and usually make changes throughout the year.

A professional real estate agent should be able to recite and explain the listing agreement and sales contract with their eyes closed..in layman terms…its kind like a professional athlete or celebrity…you have to know your moves…and your lines…otherwise..you appear amateur.

Why do some agents opt to skip the basics?  I don’t know but it happens…..and usually one of the first recommendations that I make…is take them!

Midori Miller trains real estate professionals | writes for IWMonline.com and is a ghostwriter.  If you found this post useful…please subscribe!

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Feb. 02.

Are Humans Really Ready For Transparency?

By Midori | Posted in Life, Social Media |
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Yesterday while reading the web a thought crossed my mind…are humans really ready for transparency?  With readers expecting higher levels of transparency…can humans really handle it? When reading some of these sites you can feel how the transparency slowly releases.

Sometimes the transparency is lopsided or one sided by only offering some of the facts and/or a few little white lies or some of the important details are left out…allowing the imagination to wonder about peoples behaviors…encouraging speculation, and a war begins right online.  Next thing you know…all kinds of secrets revealed..and a blanket of dirt spreads all over the web but worse a division occurs because someone was too transparent and some human beings can’t handle it.

When this type of behavior happens I wonder if humans are really ready for transparency?  We want to know more about people, we expect people to share themselves..we judge people based on interactions…connections…and building bonds but all people are different with different cultures, morals and goals…..we don’t want to hear the bad or the ugly or do we?

We do…. sometimes in the world of transparency….certain things get revealed….and the meter of truth causes discomfort to those who judge rather harshly rather than look into their own lives.  Because we are all different some may not be open enough to share their everyday lives….because of some stranger might get offended or look down at our written words.

In this modern day of technology as people we feel entitlement as long as the transparency is on someone else.  Curious by nature…we expect people to reveal everything about themselves even if the choices someone else makes is quite different from our own.    Instead of looking at our own lives and fixing what needs to be repaired…we read about others and sometimes are very shocked in what is revealed….sometimes we can’t handle the truth…sometimes the truth is too harsh…sometimes the truth is TMI and better left unsaid.

What right do we have as humans to knock, ridicule and judge those who are very transparent?  I applaud those that are true to themselves….who doesn’t hide the fact the life is bigger than what they do for a living….because they choose to live their life and share it on the web.

Yesterday I witness something that was just down right mean spirited…nothing new…but what I found interesting….was the comments showed transparency and revealed character….in truth I am disappointed…the comments not only were transparent of  character but those few that I held in high regard….is no longer transparency….but TMI!

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Are Humans Really Ready For Transparency?

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Jan. 31.

Lizzie Gilchrist | Model

By Midori | Posted in Celebrity, My Favs, People |
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Lizzie2 212x300 Lizzie Gilchrist | ModelBio:

My names Lizzie Gilchrist, I’m 28, I’ve suffered from multiple sclerosis for 10 years and now have to use a wheelchair full time. Just over a year ago I got a chance to model for www.wheeliechix-chic.com. Before that Id never even thought about modeling, but I enjoyed that so much I’ve continued trying to pursue this path. So far I haven’t had many paid jobs, but I’m hoping that now I’m a bit more experienced more opportunities will come my way.

I’m a friendly, sweet natured, kind and considerate individual and I consider myself to be a people person who strives to get on with anyone I meet.  I am conscientious and work hard to make a positive contribution to anyone I work for or with. I consider myself to be a fast learner and someone who likes to take on new tasks and challenges. A couple of years ago I did a charity skydive which I thoroughly enjoyed and this has also given me the drive to want to do another one sometime and take on similar challenges such as paragliding, which I’m due to do later this year. I am a very determined individual and do my best not to let my disability hold me back with anything I want to do.

You can check out Lizzie’s Photo’s  or book her, contact her at  ModelMayhem.com

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Jan. 30.

Alexx Calise | Singer | Songwriter | Guitarist

By Midori | Posted in Business, Celebrity, People |
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alexx calise 01 300x238 Alexx Calise | Singer | Songwriter | GuitaristBio:

“Throw your words at me, I’ll have my way with them,” mocks young and sharp-tongued singer, guitarist and songwriter, Alexx Calise.

Delivering a sound that is both fresh and uniquely her own, Calise combines hard rock, electronica, and urban-edged pop with crunchy guitars, angsty lyrics, and an instantly identifiable vocal that is hauntingly beautiful and completely raw all at once.

Calise grew up in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, where she spent her childhood mostly alone or in the pages of a notebook, finding comfort only in her parents’ vast record collection, which included everything from Mozart to Led Zeppelin. At 11, she picked up the guitar to emulate her father, also a talented musician, and began fusing the melodies she heard in her head with her own poetry and recitations.

Now living in Los Angeles, California and continuing along the same path, Calise is endorsed by over 13 music gear/clothing manufacturers, she has appeared in several national TV commercials, shows and special programs (including the Discovery Channel documentary, “The Science of Sex Appeal”), and she has been featured in Blender magazine, Guitar World, and the how-to/method book, “How to Succeed as a Female Musician” alongside such notable musicians as Lisa Loeb and The Donnas. Her music is in heavy rotation on MTV/VH1 Networks, and on thousands of radio stations internationally. Most recently, Alexx’s song, “Morning Pill” was used in a One Tree Hill promo, she appeared as the lead guitarist for a Disney Imagineering DVD about soundwaves,  and she was featured on Boston’s #1 Hit Station, Kiss 108 FM as a “hot up-and-coming indie artist.”

Currently, Calise is recording the follow-up to her 2007 critically-acclaimed debut album, Morning Pill, as well as her debut album with other music project, Sound of Cancer (with accomplished drummer/songwriter, Dennis Morehouse). Both albums will be released simultaneously in January of 2010.

To find out more about Alexx stay tuned but in the mean time you can check out her website….AlexxCalise.com

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Check out her cool page on myspace!

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