Gratitude

Have you ever read a blog post or watched a YouTube video that resonated so well that it felt kind of weird?

Did you feel like the person was speaking directly to you – as though he/she understood what you were going through at that very moment?

Well, I don’t know about you but in the past week that has happened to me not once or twice, but several times.

Within days of launching my personal blog, it seems I began to  stumble upon post after post (many through links I followed on Twitter) speaking on some of the same issues I am dealing with as I revamp my business.

Let me first say: I’m reluctant to assume these posts were written “for me” as I’ve never met any of the bloggers. They have built successful businesses, and are probably busier working on projects than I can imagine.

But, it sure feels that way as it seems many of the posts I read takes me (and whoever else is experiencing the same thing) to task on everything from branding to blogging for business, to the ways social media tools are used to promote business.

As I spent time dissecting the posts, I saw a common pattern. They were authored or shared by some of the most respected in the blogging community. They weren’t aggressively hurling attacks or insults as I’ve noticed from bloggers before.

They were teaching and relating through their blogs and YouTube videos. Yes, some were stern (I wouldn’t expect anything less), while others were sarcastic. Who cares?

The bottom line is: These bloggers took time out of their schedules to share their thoughts and expertise, shedding light on their personal experiences and putting themselves out there, to point their readers (me included) in the right direction.

For that, I am grateful for each and every one of you!!

There is no way I’m going to ignore what you have shared. I plan to keep reading, blogging, growing and evolving.

I’m embracing the criticism and I’m hungry to learn more. And to make sure I have time to make it happen, I’m extending my waiting list (and referring potential clients to other providers). This will allow me to focus solely on my current clients and on growing as a business owner and blogger.

“Now that I know better, I will do better.”

Thank you all for your selflessness!