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Information about local real estate in Grand Rapids, Michigan & surrounding communities including Grandville, Wyoming, Jenison, Kentwood & Walker. Also, Lola Audu, CRS, an experienced Real Estate Broker shares insights and general wisdom about life and personal growth. Lola welcomes your thoughts & insights about the information shared on this Web Log.

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Audu Real Estate, 3569 Alpine NW, Suite 102, Grand Rapids, Mi  49321

Lola Audu, CRS GRI e-PRO

Associate Broker & Owner - Audu Real Estate

Curriculum Vitae

"photoAs Lola's Mom tells it, Lola began her informal teaching career in kindergarten!   At five years old they were surprised to find her holding a "studio session" with a dozen kids in rapt attention as she regaled them with stories!  But since then, Lola has been involved in formal teaching and training for almost 20 years.  In addition to coaching and mentoring real estate agents, she has also mentored many young adults and been involved in writing and teaching a variety of courses which relate to professional and spiritual development. 

 Lola's teaching style is expressive and enlightening.  She invites everyone to engage in thinking "outside the box”.  Using humor and storytelling as well as practical wisdom, she "connects the dots" in ways that you may not have considered before. 

Lola grew up in West Africa, in the cities of Lagos, and Jos.  These two locales were about as different as any two places on the earth.  The contrast of the steamy, chaotic, messy commerce driven city of Lagos where her family resided was a 180 degree opposite to the small educational community with quaint little homes, dormitories and scenic gardens of her boarding school experience in the small village of Miango, Nigeria.  The juxtaposition of these two environments were critical in shaping a manner of thinking and relating which incorporates and finds meaning in elements which are seemingly contradictory.  A comment frequently articulated  after individuals experience a teaching  or training session is: "I'd never thought of it that way!"

Resume:

2007 -  Appointed to serve 3 year term on Professional Standards Committee of the Grand Rapids Association of Realtors

2007 - Appointed to serve on Grand Rapids Association of Realtors 3rd Party Taskforce 

2006 - Earned Certified Residential Specialist Designation- CRS Top 4% Realtors nationwide

2005 - Opened Audu Real Estate Brokerage Company

2004 - Appointed to serve on Grand Rapids Assocation of Realtors Legal Action Committee

2003 - Completed Educational requirements for Real Estate Broker's License

2002 - Elected by 3000+ members of Grand Rapids Association of to serve as Director         

2001 - National Real Estate Designation- E-Pro Designation for Competence in on-line transactions 

1999 - Graduate Real Estate Institute Designation- National Designation

1997 - Real Estate Marketing Institute2001 

1995 - Obtained Real Estate Salespersons License

1987 - Bachelor of Science University of Wisconsin - Madison

  

Comments from class participants.....

"Lola is very good at putting the training in very practical situations and life experiences"

"The training was beneficial in opening my heart and eyes to be more transparent and loving.  I now enjoy people more"

"I was very interested in Lola as a teacher.  It was very good, I would recommend it"

"Various aspects of relationships were illuminated in such a way that honesty to oneself was unlocked"

"the relevance of this material addressed the very foundational problems that so plague the lives of people.  I needed to hear the truths and experience a new and fresh working in my heart"

"Quite frankly, I didn't think I would learn a great deal, but I was confronted weekly with revelatory knowledge..."

"Lola has been so good at relating the truth to us, also her articulation is excellent!"

"the instructor has a lot of fun in the class and makes you feel very comfortable"

 butterfly

In addition Lola has written and taught a variety of classes at the following organizations:

Grand Rapids, First Assembly of God, Wyoming, Michigan

Beckwith Hills Christian Reformed Church, Grand Rapids, Michgan

First Evangelical Free Church, Grand Rapids, Michigan

Five Star Real Estate, Grand Rapids, Michigan

Audu Real Estate, Grand Rapids, Michigan

Coursework Written & Taught by Lola Audu

Professional - Real Estate Training Classes

Blogging 101 - For Real Estate & Mortgage Professionals - Redefining the Expert!

  • Topics include: Creating a Blog, Increasing your on-line exposure, Strategies for effectively writing blog posts..

Success Strategies for On-line Marketing

  • Topics include: Selecting the right website provider, Optimizing your website, Strategies to increase web traffic

Staging Dynamics & Other Creative Marketing Concepts

  • Topics include: Basic ABC's of staging, Increasing the Saleablity of your Home listings, Business opportunities...

Successful Listing Strategies

  • Topics include: Preparing a dynamic listing presentation, Dealing with Objections, Closing the Sale

The Six Pillars of Real Estate Practise

  • Learn what these important principles are and how you can use these them to guarantee your success in the industry

Prospecting for Beginners - Part 1

  • Prospecting is the most critical skill many Realtors never master, take this class to learn how...

Prospecting for Beginners - Part 2

  • Advanced prospecting skills and ideas to turn drudgery into fun and profits...

"On Track for Success"  Mentor Training Series

  • On-going 1- 2 year program of classroom and practical experience for New  & Experienced Real Estate agents

 

Personal Growth & Development Classes

A Diamond in Your Pocket - Unlocking the potential in your Life

  • Stop looking for fulfillment out there...Discover the keys to unlocking the untapped potential in your own life!

Overcoming Adversity

  • Adversity refines or re-defines...Explore the reasons why this tool is a significant element in our personal development.

Succeeding Successfully

  • Success is wonderful, but can it destroy you?  Explore the qualities which will enable you to succeed successfully.

 

Spiritual Growth Classes & Series

The Fruit of the Spirit Series (10 Lesson Series)

  • Be Forwarned...this study can drastically alter your life!  Learn about the true nature of love, joy, peace....

Radically Real Relationships Series (6-8 Lesson Series)

  • An in-depth look into the dynamics which underly relationships within the context of diversity and the power of the cross. Topics include:  The Spirit of Truth, The Leven of Hypocrisy, The Nature of Division, The Ministry of Reconcilliation....

Inward Reach Series (5 Lesson Series)

  • A journey into the invward life exploring topics which include: devotion, meditation, prayer and inner peace

Wrestling with God - A Meander Through the Life of Jacob (1 Lesson)

  • Journey with Jacob through his life as an imposter & thief to finding his true purpose in a way he never imagined...

Sit, Stand & Walk - Lessons in Spiritual Maturing (3 Lessons)

 

Please contact Lola Audu at lola@lolaaudu.com  or call 616-791-0511 for additional information about the course selections or to book a class.

Audu Real Estate is a Michigan based Real Estate company which serves the residential real estate community and investors in the West Michigan real estate market.  The company utilizes the use of technology and advanced agent training to provide superior service to residents of the Greater Grand Rapids community.

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