DISQUS

Jay Thompson · 11 months ago

Congrats and Happy Blogiversary Todd! It should feel good, ya done a good thing. And I suspect you've only just begun.

Justin McHood · 11 months ago

I couldn't help but re-read this part:

"I started a new business with three awesome people. Ginger Wilcox, Kelley Koehler, and Mariana Wagner. All of us are examples of how using social media can expand your SOI, help you find new clients, or to forge great friendships."

Then I did the math.

(those) 3 girls and 1 boy (you) starting a business = enough reason to brag about "what social media has gotten me..."

You can start your presentation to new clients by sitting right in the middle of those three ladies and the conversation with something like:

Uh, ok -- so I started dabbling in social media a few years ago and somehow I ended up sitting here talking with you about how you are going to pay me and these girls a bunch of money to show you how to do it too.

If you are good... and smooth... and listen to every word that I say... you too might just be this lucky in another 4 years.

Sign right by that "X" at the bottom sir.

Sarah Cooper · 10 months ago

Congratulations and (((HUG)))!! I'm happy to add that in addition to being a big deal, you're a fabulous guy and I'm lucky to know you. :)

Morgan · 10 months ago

Congrats Todd!

I hope that when people read about your success that they don't quickly gloss over the 4-years part. Success rarely comes overnight, it's a testament to hard work and commitment. Same goes for social media. You have to put the time in to get the benefits out. You've got a very inspiring story!

Here's to 4 more years of even better things to come!

Erik Hare · 10 months ago

Congrats! I'm still a bit skeptical about Social Media in terms of ultimately bringing in the $$$, but it is very helpful for those of us who work at home and get a bit ... lonely. Connecting with other people in the field is very important to keeping a positive attitude, and I know it helps with that.

I'm not a RE person, but just a humble writer who likes to write about real estate and development (hint!). It's been a lot of fun to know your craft and what makes you tick.

Becky Boomsma · 10 months ago

Todd, You've just provided a great illustration of how involvement in social media can elevate your reach to connect and achieve positive experiences and success in your building your business and brand, taking you to new paths and opportunity. Let your story serve as an inspiration for others who have refrained from social media to take their foot off the brake and BEGIN. Thank you.

Matt Fagioli · 10 months ago

Been fun getting to know you!
(and you deserve to brag a bit)

Can't wait to see you at http://www.retechsouth.com
You're new friend Dave Jenks will be there too!

Lynn Wilklow · 10 months ago

4 years WOW...you are an inspiration to someone that is just starting out like hey....me =) it was great to meet you in NYC!

David M Childress · 10 months ago

What a great story. I started almost 2 years ago and I am doing really well with SEO and referrals. But, I am most happy with all the really good people I have "met" by being active on blogs and other media. I salute you as a real pioneer! Now I am glad I "found" you. On Twitter BTW. Kudos.

David

Dale Chumbley · 10 months ago

Todd,

Congrats to you and way to go! This is inspiration to all of us in the trenches of this social media world. As with anything, give it your all and stick with it. Stay honest and consistent. Good things come to those...

I'm thankful that we finally got to meet and hang out IRL in NYC! What a wonderful time I had. I'm honored to call you my friend.

Take care,

Dale

Maureen Francis · 10 months ago

Congrats on your milestone, and all of your successes along the way. I am a fan!

Swarovski Crystals · 10 months ago

conrgrats! I came across your site while surfing the web for tips. I have been a lurker every now and then. More power to you Sir!

Bob Maiocco · 10 months ago

Hi Todd,

That's a pretty amazing story! I hope to have a similar succes story about reaching out to Buyers in the Denver marketplace for luxury homes in places that are more or less unknown to potential relo candidiates. For example: who would know to look for Spring Ranch? Nobody! But by blogging and discussing the various lifestyle impacts that individual neighborhoods offer; ideally, I'll be helping Buyers make the best possible decisions for their own interests and priorities.
-Bob

Ling · 10 months ago

Amazing what you can do once you find your niche. One of the reasons I keep coming back here is that, recession or not, Lenderama has this atmosphere of success wrapped around it, which is basically people responding to your knowledge combined with a high comfort level with social media.

teresa boardman · 10 months ago

Congratulations on the 4 years. Yes you are bragging. LOL . . but I can relate. I have met so many people because of my blogs and have had many opportunities because of them. I can't seem to get into the three years club though. Maybe in a few months I can get inot the four year club.

Matthew Bowe · 10 months ago

Todd... what you fail to see is that it isn't social media that has gotten you where you are today, it is you. By pursuing value, focusing on big dreams, using OFFLINE to solidify ONLINE (having shadowed you at InmanConnet I know you are the master), and by being who you are... a really personable, great, intelligent person who has tons of value to offer the world. Big hug ;-) I'm happy but not in the least surprised. 4 years ago we were chowing BBQ... what will another 4 years bring? Congrats bro!

virtualimpax · 10 months ago

Congrats! Personally, I don't see this as "bragging" so much as documenting the journey to your amazing accomplishments. It didn't happen overnight and it certainly didn't happen without a LOT of work on your behalf.

I'm especially grateful for this post (and to the person who alerted me via Twitter to it) because I've had literally hundreds of clients start "blogging" with the expectation of achieving what you've achieved in 3 months with 10 posts to their blog.

Your post documents that it doesn't happen "overnight" but it can happen if you put your back into it!

Again -congrats and a big hearty THANK YOU!

Tony Lazzari · 10 months ago

Todd~ Congrats on your success and explosive growth. I was lucky enough to hear you at Sparkt last month (and have been Twittering ever since!) and that helped fuel my enthusiasm for understanding the power of SM and incorporating it into my business. Looking forward to SMTC next week.

Dustin · 10 months ago

4 great years and looking forward to 40 more! ;)

Robert Luna · 10 months ago

Todd, I don't think it's bragging i think it's a really really cool story "congratulations"

Mike Price · 10 months ago

I only have one question. Can I tell people I know you? :)
MP

Marilyn Katz · 10 months ago

Todd- Congratulations on a great 4-year run. Thanks to Web 2.0, I actually know most of the names you've dropped and even met a few of them ;-)

Lambros Estate · 10 months ago

It's one thing to brag, it's another to be able to recall all those names at once and sort out who's who (you bet it all goes a little crazy when people are as popular as you, don't you think?). Congratulations, you have very much benefited from social media rather than enslaved by virtual social community.

Kristal Kraft · 10 months ago

Social media certainly has proven to be a very powerful tool. When it comes to someone who has harnessed the power and pulled all the ends together in a positive way, you are the best. Todd Carpenter is our social media poster boy!
I'm proud to call you my friend.
kk

Chris Lengquist · 10 months ago

You've done well. Congrats and continue.

Sandy · 10 months ago

Great Post.
Thank you very much.

James Wedgeworth-Hiltion Head · 10 months ago

Congratulations! Social media networking is truly a wonderful way to make meaningful connections, both for business and life! It is amazing what a little time socializing online can do!

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Tina Fountain · 10 months ago

You should change the title of this post to: Four years of social media, hard work, long hours, and determination. What has it gotten me?

Robert Eskiw · 10 months ago

I can honestly say social media/online advertising has taken my business to another level. I've always be close to the top of the heap, now I'm on top!

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Paul · 10 months ago

Nice list and nice work, Todd!

Myrtle Beach condos · 10 months ago

nice work. social media is probably the most progressive thing we have saw on the internet. If used to its full potential any business could be a power house

Greg Afarian · 10 months ago

Hey Todd,

Congratulations on such an impressive feat! Like Gary Vee was saying at Inman Connect, if you work your face off great things are possible! Good luck with your future endeavors....

Take Care, Greg

Rob Hahn · 10 months ago

Congrats on the venture, Todd. And you ARE in fact the man. And a kind of a big deal.

Now, I'm off to throw cold water on the last sentence in your post... because I have to save the poor deluded legions out there who think they too can be @tcar or @garyvee. :)

-rsh

James Wedgeworth-Hildton Head · 10 months ago

Congrats, Todd! You shared some great points with everyone; social media really can generate huge traffic and readers, all which will lead to more business.

Property Investments tips · 10 months ago

congrats on your success with social media. Its a true success story. I wish I got the same success like you with social media. Struggle always return with success.

maryann sumaraga · 10 months ago

Thanks for blogging and how it transpired over the years.. I am just new to it and I can see the benefits of it already.. I'm just sorry as to why I didn't do this before..

Mark Madsen · 9 months ago

Todd - wow, 4 years. Well, I'm happy that you have helped pave the way for social media in our industry. I know that you and your projects have been a big inspiration in the path that I've taken online with my business.

MissoulaRealEstate · 3 months ago

Social Media is an extremely powerful tool that can really help increase your business and exposure online. Congrats on all the successes!