It's a great place to help others and to learn from others, and I've really enjoyed interacting with everyone.

I'm heeding the advice I've gathered thus far--to thoroughly read through the forums and read, read, read as many books on the industry as possible.I look forward to interacting with you all via the forum, where we can all help each other succeed in REI.

This looks like a cool place to hang out and interact with likeminded folks.

Thank you guys for all the info...I have a few people I have been interacting with before the site but I guess my eagerness turned me toward wanting a mentor.

Here is a quote:The Direct Marketing Association (DMA), established in 1917, is the oldest and largest national trade association serving the direct and interactive marketing field.The key to direct marketing is the direct connection between what you do and the response you get from the activity.

You will see it listed under interactive on the left of the screen.

I agree, but ultimately the best investors(not necessarily the good ones)[/i] are the best psychologists, they study human nature and social interactions and after they are done looking at your shoes......they'll look in your eyes and either feel confidence or trepidation......they can basically smell fear and treachery.....So, if you are going to present a deal to and investor...whether is a private, institutional, etc.......make sure you ask yourself the ultimate question...."

I've been to the site several times looking at the amazing amount of information and interaction and decided I needed to become part of it.

In fact, I will be attending his anti-real estate seminar this November, the "Palm Beach Experience," where I will meet and interact with such great people like Robyn Thompson, Jim Toner, David Dweck, Sharon & Juan Restrepo, Sherman Ragland, Mark Evans, Doug Doebler, Curtis Brooks, Bruce Ridings, Ramon Williamson, Mike Litman, Yanik Silver, and Kendra Todd (just to name a few).If you have any questions that you want me to pass on, let me know, and I'll ask, then post the answers back here!

We look forward to many interactions.