Sign Up and Join Us!

It’s free and it’s easy. To join our online networking groups, you’ll need an account with LinkedIn or Facebook. Simply click on one of these links. Once you have an account, search for our group by name, “Real Estate Lives,” and request to join.

What are the benefits of joining social
media groups?

Networking, networking, networking! When looking for employment or a better opportunity, one cannot network too much. Social media gives you a voice online and an opportunity to connect with people in the same or other industries from the comfort of your own home. Just remember, while you’re looking for work, someone else could have a position to fill that fits your profile. Many HR staff and recruiters search social media sites for job candidates because it’s free and rising in popularity.

Tips about using social media:

Social networking is a powerful tool if used correctly. Focus on associating with groups that are relevant to your goals. By joining a social media group, you can conduct searches using keywords.

Using social media can be a bottomless pit of information. It is important to get involved in online discussions and to narrow your focus to what’s important to you.

Build your personal profile wisely, presenting a professional image at all times. The secret is not only to be visible, but also to develop relationships. Comment on other people’s discussions, ask questions and offer advice. When using taglines, don’t use more than five words; otherwise, search engines will peg you as a spammer!

Culture change in our society

The age of “Social Media”

What about Blogging?

Blogging can serve several purposes. The first one can be to establish you as an expert in your field. Anyone can start a blog at http://www.blogger.com

Some people use blogs as journals, while others use it to keep friends and family members informed of travel or to post pictures.

To establish yourself as an expert in your field, write a short blog and follow other bloggers who write on the same topic. Once you find someone you connect with, post comments or questions on their blogs regularly. This will increase your online presence.

Why Facebook and LinkedIn?

Facebook gives you the opportunity to tell the story of who you are…personally. You can connect with friends, acquaintances, family members, old school friends and co-workers. Facebook also gives you the chance to join groups that hold similar interests, such as Real Estate Lives.

LinkedIn, on the other hand, is a networking tool for professionals. You can post a summary of qualifications, work experience, referrals, and attach a PowerPoint presentation, Word document, or Excel spreadsheet on your profile page, as recommended during a recent Real Estate Lives training workshop. LinkedIn has thousands of professional groups, which gives you the opportunity to grow, network and develop new relationships within virtually any industry.