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Ken,
Thanks for writing this and pointing out this very important aspect of a community. I travel and do marketing programs for senior living communities so I know what you mean about “the feel and spirit of the community.” I visited a community on the east coast this week and felt such a good vibe from the minute I walked in the door. This is either present or it’s not – but it makes a huge difference to my first impression and I’m sure this is true for prospects walking in the door as well.
As a side note, I love the spirit of the work that you do at GlynnDevins. Keep up your great work!
Comment by Sue Ronnenkamp — July 24, 2009 @ 9:44 am
Ken,
Really enjoyed your post. I could not agree more with you. In great communities, you can “feel” something different. Prospects pick up on that “feeling” and “vibe.”
Every detail counts as prospects begin to form an opinion from their first touch point.
Thanks for the post.
Comment by Joe Freudenthal — August 12, 2009 @ 8:17 am
Thanks for the compliment Joe. It would be great to identify the factors that lead to this “feeling,” but if you tried to create the recipe I am sure it wouldn’t turn out the same. I think it has to come from people that are passionate and get great satisfaction from what they do and then from strong leadership.
Comment by Ken Curnes — August 12, 2009 @ 3:42 pm
Ken,
I couldn’t agree more. I’m a fine arts teacher at a high school that exists in a community that I believe has so much potential. A non-profit arts group in our community is working to transform the dull high school auditorium into a performing arts center. Do you have any information that proves that improvements and dedication to the arts attracts residents or promotes the spirit of the community?
Thanks.
Comment by Kris Tranter — August 15, 2009 @ 9:59 am