Live, Work and Play at your new home!

Posted on March 4, 2014 by robertjrussellcompanies
Island Court Venice :: Venice, Florida
Live, work and play in one of the gulf coast’s best walkable downtown neighborhoods. Choose a new 1,813 sq. ft. 2 bedroom/den /2.5 bath townhome with private two-car garage, courtyard and terrace and discover the vibrant lifestyle you’ve only dreamed about. Just outside your door you’ll find one-of-a-kind boutiques, galleries, restaurants, theaters and lively hot spots. And when you are ready to kick back and relax the white sand beaches of the gulf are just minutes away. Maintenance-free and ultra convenient, with the security of all new coastal construction.
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Are your employees happy ?

Posted on March 2, 2014 by robertjrussellcompanies

A successful business usually includes a number of separate, yet important, parts. It can sometimes seem, to an outsider, that an element of luck is involved. Often, it may appear as though a business owner has been able to benefit from timing, for instance.

We all read stories about business owners who seem to find the right product to plug a hole in the market, at just the right time. But is it really fair to suggest that this is all about luck? There’s usually a considerable element of vision involved.

You may not believe this to be true, but it’s worth thinking about what separates successful business people from those who are unable to succeed. It could be suggested that there are small margins at work here and this may also be true.

It’s worth considering that the very best people often have a significant grasp of the details involved in creating a success story. They appreciate that hard work and inspiration will be part of the mix.

A great example of this comes when you looking at the office environments that have been created by successful businesses. Think about the fantastic buildings used by Google, for instance. Why do large companies spend so much money on business premises? Is this level of spending really necessary?

For a small business owner, there may be a natural feeling that it’s vital to avoid spending money on such things. Couldn’t finances be invested more intelligently elsewhere? This probably demonstrates the fact that most small business owners see offices in practical terms.

The office is a place to sit at a desk, to answer a phone and to send an email. But is it also a location that should be able to inspire others? Is that simply too much to ask? What is clear is that many companies believe that offices can be used to produce happier staff members.

This may mean providing free meals or drinks. There’s no doubt that this can work well. But it may also mean ensuring that they have the necessary space and tools with which to do their jobs. The bottom line is that you need to ensure that people are suitably motivated, in order to maintain productivity levels.

If you don’t have happy staff, then it’s unlikely that you’ll have a thriving enterprise. Could you create a more attractive office environment for them?

There are often simple steps that you can take in order to ensure that everything goes according to plan for your business.

 

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List of social networking websites

Posted on February 28, 2014 by robertjrussellcompanies

How many Social Media Sites do you belong to ?

List of social networking websites – Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia.

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Kohala Coast – Hawaii

Posted on February 23, 2014 by robertjrussellcompanies
KaMilo at Mauna Lani :: Kohala Coast, Hawaii
Located on the sun drenched Kohala Coast, Brookfield Homes Hawai′i offers Kamilo; a private, gated community within the luxurious Mauna Lani Resort on Hawaii’s Big Island. With a focus on open spaces and natural materials, single-level & two-story homes and cottages at Kamilo are now offered in some of the most desirable undeveloped locations in the area. Enjoy golf, mountain & ocean views from your private lanai. Our residences are configured with 3-4 bedrooms and up to 4.5 baths and with 1 & 2-car garages. Select from 8 floor plan types ranging from 1,606 to 2,491 square feet.

 
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The Place you’ve always promised yourself

Posted on February 22, 2014 by robertjrussellcompanies
Marisol :: Stuart, Florida
LUXURY IS JUST THE BEGINNING AT MARISOL. Those searching for a home of optimum luxury will discover more than they ever dreamed possible at Marisol. In addition to luxurious interiors, modern architecture and a stunning amenity center and pool, this new oceanfront oasis is located on 11 acres of peaceful and pristine beachfront property overlooking the shimmering blue Atlantic Ocean on one side and the iconic Indian River on the other. The five new luxury mid-rise condominium buildings of Marisol also come with direct access to ¼-mile of secluded shoreline and resort-style amenities, and the South Hutchinson Island location provides the ultimate South Florida lifestyle. Immerse yourself in elegance at Marisol.
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Social Media Statistics you Need To Know

Posted on February 18, 2014 by robertjrussellcompanies

The pace of modern life is faster than ever, and social media seems to evolve at the speed of light. If you are like most business owners and marketers, your life is fast-paced and always busy. Because your available time is finite, it is crucial to invest in your social media presence in ways that will yield the greatest ROI. The social mediasocial-media-marketing-statistics landscape can change dramatically in a relatively short period of time. To excel at social media marketing, you need the latest, most relevant data at your fingertips to make informed decisions and create captivating, information-rich content. Jeff Bullas recently published statistics that provide valuable snapshots of current social media trends, which I will share and discuss now.

Big-Picture Statistics

Social media use is now widespread, mainstream, and more influential than ever. With social signals increasingly influencing search rankings, expanding and enhancing your social media presence can significantly amplify your reach and rate of lead generation.

72% of all Internet users are now active on social media

89% of those between 18 and 29 years old are social media users

72% of individuals aged 30 to 49 are engaged in social media

60% of people between 50 to 60 years old are active on social media

43% of those 65 years old and above are engaged in social media

71% of users access social media from a mobile device

Facebook Statistics

Many prospects may not even take a company seriously, if it does not have a presence on Facebook. Sharing captivating, relevant and information-rich content—full of deep industry insight and valuable solutions—on your Brand Page is the primary way to increase traffic and leads to your website via Facebook. Although Facebook still dominates in terms of sheer size and rate of social sharing, Twitter and Google+ may very well be nipping at Facebook’s heels in 2014.

Facebook now has over 1.15 billion users

One million webpages can be accessed with the “Login with Facebook” feature

23% of Facebook users login at least 5 times daily

47% of Americans say Facebook is the top influencer of their buying decisions

On average, Americans spend %16 of each online hour on Facebook.

70% of marketers acquire new customers through Facebook

Twitter Statistics

As the fastest growing social network, Twitter can seriously impact your business. Twitter now captures the power of images and video—making it even more influential. Strategic use of Twitter can significantly enhance social engagement, amplify brand exposure, increase lead generation, help you gain status as an industry thought leader, and achieve more new business.

Twitter now has over 550 million registered users and 215 million monthly active users

Between 2012 and 2014, Twitter achieved a growth rate of 44%

34% of marketers use Twitter for lead generation

Google+ Statistics

Google+ is the social network powered by Google—the most influential and important search engine around. When Google changes its search algorithms, marketers, content creators and any company with a website should take notice and update their content and SEO strategies accordingly. Google+ is all the more powerful due to its increasing influence on search rankings with the social signals of +1s and AuthorRank. With only three years on the social media scene, Google+ has made a huge impact and changed the nature of content marketing.

Google+ now has over 1 billion enabled accounts and 359 million active monthly users

Google+ is has a growth rate of 33% per year

People aged 45 to 54 years old have increased their Google+ usage by 56% since 2012

Visual Social Media Statistics

Visual media is becoming more influential across all social networks, and social networks devoted solely to images or video, such as Pinterest, YouTube and Instagram, are primed to reach new heights in 2014.

YouTube has over one billion monthly active users

Pinterest has 20 million monthly active users

Instagram has 150 million monthly active users

Use these statistics to help you make informed decisions about how to invest your social media capital in 2014. Social media can incite serious marketing and sales results. However, real social media success happens, when your social media presence works in concert with your content creation, email marketing, CTAs and strategic website design. Each facet of your marketing counts and influences the others. A complete inbound marketing strategy can address all your marketing needs—helping you realize real social media and business success.

 

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Miromar Lakes Beach & Golf Club

Posted on February 17, 2014 by robertjrussellcompanies
Miromar Lakes Beach & Golf Club :: Miromar Lakes, Florida
Miromar Lakes is an 1300 acre private resort-style community centered around a 700 acre freshwater lake and three miles of private, beach with endless opportunities for in-lake swimming, boating, kayaking, sailing, water-skiing and fishing . The Beach Club is home to a dynamic social scene with more than 300 yearly events and offers a full service European Spa and Fitness Center, 7 Har-Tru Tennis Courts and world-class Marine and Concierge Services. Miromar Lakes Golf Club offers Southwest Florida’s only Arthur Hills’ “Signature” championship golf course and its own award-winning Golf Clubhouse and a members-only social calendar. Miromar Lakes is the only Florida community in the 31 year history of the National Association of Home Builders to be awarded #1 Community in the United States and #1 Clubhouse. New construction residences are available from the $500’s to over $5,000,000.
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Turning Resolutions into Reality

Posted on February 2, 2014 by robertjrussellcompanies

Feeling stuck? Maybe you made a New Year’s resolution to find a new career. But now that it\’s a couple of weeks into 2014, you’re feeling more scared than excited. Changing careers is a process. Think of it like crossing a creek. It’s too wide to leap, but by stepping from stone to stone, you can move forward and accomplish the goal.

The first step is to gain clarity about who you are and what you want. If you want to work in a different field, dig deeper and learn what opportunities are available, what education and training are required, how your personality and talents align, and whether you can live with the working conditions and salary. Changing careers is very common these days. Be sure you understand your own skills, interests and motivation. Online assessment tools can help. Hiring a career coach to interpret the results can also help. Do your research and tap into your professional network. Use LinkedIn to contact people who work in your particular field. Conduct informational interviews to ask about job satisfaction, duties, and what training and education are needed.

Another good strategy is seeking one-on-one career advice from the continuing education departments at local colleges and universities. Having the right credentials is often critical to making a career change. Earning a certification tells an employer you’ve met industry standards. It gives you credibility.

 

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Live the Difference in Hawaii

Posted on January 29, 2014 by robertjrussellcompanies
Pili Mai at Po’ipu :: Koloa, Hawaii
Experience ocean, golf course or mountain views at Po’ipu’s newest neighborhood. Nestled amidst the fairways and greens of Kiahuna Golf Club, PiliMai offers the comfort and casual luxury of plantation-style architecture coupled with state-of-the-art amenities and a convenient location. Choose from seven inviting floor plans designed to maximize views and privacy, with a private recreational village to include pools, spa, exercise center and gathering pavilion. Discover the experience of island living on Kaua’i’s sunny South Shore.

Call 972-292-8967 for more details

 
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The Private World in North Carolina

Posted on January 26, 2014 by robertjrussellcompanies
Preserve at Rock Creek :: Sapphire, NC
The Preserve at Rock Creek is a very unique development unmatched in the area. As a 320 acre low-density, gated community in Cashiers, NC, The Preserve offers 22 estate homesites. Many estate lots are five acres and have been approved for building two individual homes. With 215 acres protected in a conservation easement, the property is known to be one of the most biologically diverse places in the United States. The temperate rain forest of the area creates a natural habitat for exotic flora and fauna. The stunning long range Western North Carolina mountain views and elevations ranging from 2,900′ to over 4,400′ enable The Preserve at Rock Creek to provide some of the best home sites in western North Carolina.

Got a question ? Call me 972-679-9029
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