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Making a Difference Article

How to Complete Your “Making a Difference” Feature Interview

This interview spotlights the agents and brokers who go beyond transactions and make a meaningful impact in their communities. Follow the steps below to create a powerful, inspiring article about your work. Step 1: Choose One Question Option Per Section Each of the eight interview questions includes six variations. Simply choose one option for each question — the version that feels most comfortable and best matches how you want to share your story. There are no wrong answers. Choose the one that sounds like your voice. Step 2: Answer in a Warm, Conversational, and Heartfelt Tone This feature is all about authenticity, impact, and the heart behind your work. When answering your questions, write as if we’re sitting together having a real conversation about why you do what you do. A few tips: Be honest and open — your passion is the story Share anecdotal details that show your experience, not just tell it Talk about who your work helps and why it matters Don’t hold back on the emotional side — readers love seeing your human side Explain the challenges as well as the successes Write naturally, as if speaking to a friend or colleague Your story will inspire others — let your personality and purpose shine. Step 3: Upload Your Photos This is your chance to visually highlight your community impact. ✔ Upload a 16:9 Cover Image This will appear at the top of your article and be used in social media previews. ✔ Upload Up to 30 Photos Suggested images include: Photos of you volunteering Mentorship sessions or workshops (when appropriate) Community events you’ve participated in Charities or organizations you support Team photos Lifestyle or branding photos Anything that visually expresses your contribution Images bring your story to life — choose the ones that reflect your work and your heart. Step 4: Submit Your Payment After completing your answers and uploading your images, simply proceed to checkout. As soon as payment processes, your article publishes instantly — no waiting for approval or review. Step 5: You’ll Be Redirected to Your Published Article Once payment is complete, you’ll be taken directly to your live “Making a Difference” feature. This is your digital spotlight — ready for immediate sharing. Step 6: Share Your Story with Your Network This is more than an article — it’s a meaningful highlight of your values, your humanity, and your leadership. Share your feature on: Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn Your website or blog Your email newsletters Local community groups Messages to clients, teammates, or organizations you support Your article will inspire others and help more people learn about the impact you’re making in your community and industry.

QUESTION 1 — Welcome, Introduction & Service Area

Thank you so much for taking the time to sit with us today! Before we get started, could you share a little about yourself, your business, and the areas you serve?

We’re excited to have you here! To kick things off, tell our readers who you are, the markets you work in, and a bit about your role in real estate.

Thanks so much for joining us. Let’s begin with a quick introduction—who you are, where you serve clients, and what you focus on in your business.

Welcome! For those meeting you for the first time, could you share some background about yourself and the communities you proudly represent?

We appreciate you taking the time today. Before we dive in, give us an overview of who you are and the areas you work in.

Thanks for being here! Start us off with a little intro—your name, your business, and the neighborhoods or markets you serve.

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QUESTION 2 — Before We Dive In: How You Got Started in the Industry

Before we dive into all the incredible work you’re doing, can you share how you first got started in real estate?

Let’s rewind a bit—tell us how your journey in real estate began and what brought you into the industry.

We’d love to hear your story. How did you get started in real estate, and what initially inspired you to enter this profession?

Every agent has a beginning—what’s yours? How did you step into the real estate world?

Before we get into your impact, walk us through your path into the industry. What made you choose real estate?

Tell us about your early days in real estate. What led you into the business, and how did your career take shape?

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QUESTION 3 — How You’re Making a Difference & Why It Matters to You Personally

Now let’s dive into the heart of it—how are you making a difference, and why is this work personally meaningful to you?

Tell us about the ways you’re giving back, mentoring, or supporting your community, and what inspired you to get involved.

We’d love to hear more about the impact you’re creating. What are you doing to make a difference, and why does it matter so much to you?

Share with us how you’re contributing beyond your day-to-day business. What drives you to do this kind of work?

Talk to us about your passion project or service efforts. What motivates you to invest your time and energy into making a difference?

In addition to your real estate work, you’re doing some incredible things. What are those efforts, and what makes them meaningful to you personally?

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QUESTION 4 — Details About the Program, Service, or Initiative

Can you share more details about the program, project, or service you’re involved in?

Walk us through the initiative you’re a part of—how does it work and who does it help?

Tell us a little more about the organization or effort you support and what your involvement looks like.

What should people know about the program you’re contributing to—its mission, operations, or impact?

Share the specifics: What does the program do, how does it function, and what role do you play?

Can you give us a deeper look into the service or initiative you participate in and what it hopes to accomplish?

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QUESTION 5 — Insights, Pro Tips & Myth Busting

Through your work, you’ve learned a lot. What insights or pro tips would you share with others who want to get involved or make a difference?

What are some common myths about volunteering, mentoring, or giving back that you’d love to dispel?

What advice would you offer to someone hoping to contribute more to their community or industry?

What’s one thing you wish more people understood about giving back or getting involved in service work?

Based on your experience, what strategies or lessons have you learned that could help others make a positive impact?

If someone feels inspired by your story, what should they know about taking the first steps to get involved?

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QUESTION 6 — Closing: Insider Tips + How Readers Can Learn More

Thank you so much for sharing your story with us. Before we wrap up, could you leave our readers with a few insider tips and share the best ways to connect with you?

This has been such an inspiring conversation. As we close, what final advice would you offer, and how can people learn more about working with you?

We appreciate your time today. Before we go, what last thoughts would you like to leave with our audience, and where can they follow or contact you?

Thanks so much for joining us. Any final insights you’d like to share—and how can readers get in touch with you?

It’s been a pleasure speaking with you. Before we say goodbye, give us your top tips—and let people know where they can reach you.

Before we wrap up, could you offer a few final takeaways—and tell readers how they can connect with you or learn more about your work?

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