WCR eConnect Newsletter: February 2009

PinkLinx AdvertisementUsing Video To Build Your Business
By Ann Brown
Because competition is so fierce in this current economic market, REALTORS® are searching for new and different ways to promote their services. Using video can literally put you on the path to faster success, increased visibility and more clients. Check out these ideas to incorporate video into your business, where to market yourself and how to do it all like a pro. Read More

Judy Moses: Blazing Her Own Path
By Karen Kroll
Although she was a top performer at Coldwell Banker, Judy Moses' goal was to start her own firm. “I like to be creative and grow things,” she says. “I’m not a Corporate America kind of girl.” Read More

New Options for Reverse Mortgages
By Sue Haviland
As Baby Boomers drive the demand for senior-friendly housing across the U.S., are you ready for the challenge? Those professionals looking to cater to the “active adult” residential market should know about the latest trends in reverse mortgages. This financing option is not just for seniors staying in an existing home. Read More

Midyear Meeting: Registration Opens Feb. 11
Build your business with our top-notch educational events, as well as networking with hundreds of REALTORS from all over the country. Join us May 14-17, 2009, in Washington, D.C. for the Midyear Meeting. Read More

Marketing to Women Summit & Leadership Training
The Marketing to Women Summit will show you how to win the hearts, minds and business of the female consumer. You'll learn about the latest gender trends, how women make "power of the purse" spending decisions and how to tailor your marketing in ways that connect with women. You will take home a mountain of relevant and actionable insights that will translate immediately to your business. Read More

Also, check out our exciting one-day Leadership Skills Workshop held in conjunction with the Marketing to Women Summit on March 20, 2009.

President's Blog
Check out the latest from Becky Hill's travels as president of Women's Council. Read about her recent trip to the State Chapter Meeting in Arizona. Read More

Renew Your Membership
Women’s Council is your connection to the top professionals in the real estate industry, as well as great education and opportunities to promote your business online through your free Member Expertise Profile. Don’t miss out. Renew Today

Upcoming Courses
From negotiation strategies to networking, from personal performance management to cultural differences in buying and selling, the Performance Management Network Designation digs deep into the topics that are driving the marketplace and shaping your business. Course Schedule

Enhance Your Member Expertise Profile
Want to enhance your presence in our online Referral Center? Log in today to update your FREE Member Expertise Profile with your real estate expertise, cities served, industry involvement and more. Also, check out our new promotional opportunities to further publicize your business to our powerful network of real estate professionals through banner ads. Read More

Win a Scholarship to the National Conference
Win a $500 scholarship to attend the National Conference, November 11-15, in beautiful San Diego. National President Becky Hill is giving away two $500 scholarships for the National Conference. Each person who registers for the Marketing to Women Summit, Leadership Skills Training Workshop and/or the Midyear Meeting will automatically be entered in the drawing. For each event registration, you receive a separate entry. The drawing will take place in May at the Midyear Meeting in Washington, D.C.