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Boston National Meeting and Installation Recap by Rosanna Garcia

December 22, 2018 by Fiona Theseira 1 Comment

This year’s National meeting in Boston was stellar.  Not only did we have the usual great education sessions and speakers, but we as California members, were proud to see our own Heather Ozur installed as the National President. We ran/walked a 5K for the Realtor Relief Fund as a Women’s Council team. Not to mention, we were present when the Red Sox won the World Series, so we were able to witness the celebration in the city. 
The meetings were held at the Westin Waterfront, a hotel directly connected with the convention center. This made for easy access for our members to attend the NAR expo and education sessions. Women’s Council also had great presentations which included a panel with our National line officers. They outlined the upcoming year’s strategic plan and gave members insight into positive changes being made for our networks. For example the website is getting revamped and we updated our Mission & Vision statements.  

The coming year will also be the first year National will start a Leadership Institute. The first year will be by invitation only.  15 members chosen from across the country will begin the Leadership Institute in Chicago in March, and then classes will coincide with meetings in Washington D.C. And then at National in San Francisco.
We also had breakout sessions over the 4 day conference which were led by
members and guest speakers alike. Topics included: “Advocating for your
Career” presented by Tami Bonnell and “Lead Authentically” and “Identifying Future Leaders” presented by Ginger Downs. 
The 5K walk/run was chilly and rainy but our Women’s Council Team showed up and we ended up having the 2nd largest team. Everyone finished the race, and no one got hurt so all in all it was a great success and Realtors raised over $100,000!

The installation had a great turnout and a good time was had by all. California represented well and the room was filled with many well wishers and dignitaries. The CA leadership team was asked to present to the audience a speech of congratulations to Heather, unfortunately our President Cheryl Keller missed the event due to a broken ankle. President-Elect Fiona stepped in and did a great job. We waved our CA flags proudly.  Heather’s presentation was cutting edge and was filled
with positive energy.

The food was great and the gifts to attendees were blue and yellow polka dot scarves for the women and the gift for the men was same colored ties.  There was an after party which included champagne and wine and a live three piece band. The members danced the night away. 

The conference, installation and visit to one of America’s finest cities were all wonderful. As usual we spent time networking with our CA peers, and other members from across the country, the relationships you forge at these meetings are priceless. The networking and referrals that result from it all are just a bonus.
See you all soon in Indian Wells for another great meeting and our CA leadership team installation.
Rosanna

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Treasurer’s Chest by Kay Merg

December 19, 2018 by Fiona Theseira Leave a Comment

Yes, 2019 is just a few short days away and it is time for all local networks to start preparing their financial check-up reports, audits and budgets. Please see the list of required reports and due dates that each network is responsible for completing.
All local network financial documents should be stored on Dropbox or Google Drive for local network document archives.
Please send all required completed reports directly to your designated District Vice President or Governor.
We have set up a Facebook Page for 2019 Local Treasurers at fb.me/treasurerchest.

SAVE THE DATE! Women’s Council of REALTORS, California Local Network Treasurer Conference Call scheduled for January 17th at 9 a.m.
Call In details will be sent directly to all Treasurers.

Thank you for your commitment to Women’s Council of Realtors!
Kay Merg

Financial Reports/Link       Form Due Date
2019 Annual Budget            12/31/2018
2018 Network Audit             01/31/2019
Insurance/Taxes                   Annual
Expense Forms                    All Expense Reimbursements

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Fall 2018 Leadership Summit in Long Beach!

September 17, 2018 by Women's Council California Leave a Comment

Register before the early bird rate expires!

Register here: https://bit.ly/2MN1WZi

Hotel Registration: https://bit.ly/2NledJt

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Fraud and Phishers on the Rise, PLEASE READ.

February 5, 2018 by Women's Council California Leave a Comment

Important message from:

Fiona Theseira

2018 President-Elect

 

 

Fraudulent Emails and attachments

Fraud is on the increase.  There have been so many emails that we have seen in Women’s Council over the last few years.  How can we stop it?  It is my belief that unfortunately we cannot.

What can we do then?  We can educate ourselves.   Know what we are looking for in emails. Know what not to open or left click.  Knowing, just like the IRS, that Microsoft does not call you to let you know you have a problem with your computer. All of these can help.

Firstly, here is the link that the National Women’s Council recently sent out regarding a recent phishing scam that included an attachment http://www.wcr.org/about-us/econnect-newsletter/2016/september/scams/.  This article has some great information.  Please share it with your team.

Here is a recent email that our very own 2018 Treasurer received supposedly from President Cheryl just a couple of days ago…

I have highlighted just a couple of things for you to watch for.  The “from” email address is the first thing to look for, in your business, in personal and in Women’s Council emails.  Always cross reference to verify that the email address is really the one that the email is supposedly from.  Secondly, if in doubt, call or forward the email (without clicking on any attachments) to your president or the person who supposedly sent it to you to verify if they did indeed send it.

I personally received an email last week, supposedly from National Women’s Council, where the “from” made no sense to me and I forwarded the email to National without opening the attachment or “click here” instruction and asked if it was from them.  The response I received was almost immediate, that indeed no it was not from them and they sent the link that we have included in this article.

Here’s to keeping us all safe from these phishers! Fiona

 

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BE A STAR: Women Council of REALTORS “Own It” Video

September 24, 2017 by Women's Council California Leave a Comment

Women’s Council of REALTORS is producing a video to the song “Own It” and YOU can be a star in it!

Record yourself alone or with other Women’s Council Members singing and dancing to the song OWN IT showing how you plan to OWN IT in 2018 and you can be featured in this video that will be submitted to the National Association of REALTORS.

Here are some ideas: Hold up a sign or show off your Women’s Council swag or how about having your own CAR KAROKE moment?

Email your clips to: [email protected] by October 14, 2017!

Download song here.

Lyrics:
Own It

There are moments that you can’t see coming; times you stand when others run. Your heart’s all in but every step’s a struggle; to keep on reaching for the sun.

It all feels do or die, unlike anything before; it’s what you’ve been dreaming of, the choice is yours – now;

Own it!

Claim it for yourself. You and no one else, can make this happen.

Own it!

Watch the walls come down; believe it here and now, and the doors will open. This is your moment;

Own it!

Think of all the years that led you to this. Look around and you will find everyone who knows that you can do this; who were with you all the time.

So come enjoy the ride, you are not alone. We’re in this together now; you’re finally home – so;

Go ahead and take a chance, the love you find won’t ever let you fall; you’re gonna have it all – just

Own it!

©2017 Words and music by Elizabeth Mendenhall and Benton K. Stokes. Songs From The Basement (BMI). All rights reserved. Used by permission.

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Women’s Council and RPAC is SUPER SIZE! (Video)

June 15, 2017 by Women's Council California Leave a Comment

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Financially Fit Network (Video)

May 25, 2017 by Women's Council California Leave a Comment

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“Try Everything” lyrics and video by Shakira

May 15, 2017 by Women's Council California Leave a Comment

This year’s STATE MEETINGS have opened every morning with Theresa Wilson’s theme song “Try Everything.”

We were introduced to this powerful song during the State Leadership Retreat back in October 2016 in Long Beach.

As we have all become accustomed to hearing it, understanding the meaning and words of the lyrics it is a reminder that in our journey through leadership and personal development, we must TRY EVERYTHING and get up even when we mess up.

I messed up tonight
I lost another fight
I still mess up but I’ll just start again
I keep falling down
I keep on hitting the ground
I always get up now to see what’s next
Birds don’t just fly
They fall down and get up
Nobody learns without getting it won
I won’t give up, no I won’t give in
Till I reach the end
And then I’ll start again
Though I’m on the lead
I wanna try everything
I wanna try even though I could fail
I won’t give up, no I won’t give in
Till I reach the end
And then I’ll start again
No I won’t leave
I wanna try everything
I wanna try even though I could fail
Oh oh try everything
Look how far you’ve come
You filled your heart with love
Baby you’ve done enough that cut your breath
Don’t beat yourself up
Don’t need to run so fast
Sometimes we come last but we did our best
I won’t give up, no I won’t give in
Till I reach the end
And then I’ll start again
Though I’m on the lead
I wanna try everything
I wanna try even though I could fail
I won’t give up, no I won’t give in
Till I reach the end
And then I’ll start again
No I won’t leave
I wanna try everything
I wanna try even though I could fail
I’ll keep on making those new mistakes
I’ll keep on making them every day
Those new mistakes
Oh oh, try everything

 

 

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