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The Momentum Report is a monthly column offering practical ideas on motivation, focus and productivity for Blount County’s business owners, managers and working professionals. Written by Troy Galyon, a lifelong East Tennessean, Appalachian Trail hiker, author and Realtor from a multigenerational real estate family, the column draws on lessons from both the trail and the business world. Each month brings real-world strategies for staying motivated, sharpening focus and making steady progress toward your goals — one step at a time.
In the age of AI, this article is going to suggest converting at least part of your life back to the analog world. Before you call me a Luddite, as some have, read through and make your own judgments (perhaps without the use of AI to help make them). Many of you are likely using an AI chatbot of some
LeConte Realty agent Troy Galyon earned the Certified Residential Specialist designation in June. Administered by the Residential Real Estate Council, CRS requires agents to complete either 60 transactions or $30 million in sales volume over five years, along with 30 hours of continuing education through the council. Galyon said the dual requirement sets CRS apart from many other industry certifications.