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Luck Occurs When Preparation Meets Opportunity.
Believe it or not, one of the reasons I’ve gotten so lucky is because of this blog. I’ve been asked to sit on panels, do webinars, speak to students, and write articles for a local publication.
But before all of that, (like everyone else) I had
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12.17.08
I never thought of blogging as a life changer before this post, Andy. The writing benefits alone are a terrific reason for blogging. I'd add that it teaches discipline - you're your own publisher, editor and writer. Pushing material out consistently is a big part of it.
12.17.08
Hi Andy,
Thanks for this blog. I have been meaning to start one for some time now and still haven't take the plunge into the Blogosphere.
But now the time has come to pour my passion onto the page and connect to others as you have. I'll keep you posted on my progress.
Thanks again for the motivation.
12.17.08
Great post. Blogging has already changed my life and continues to do so. I started with one and now have a few that allow me to tap into different demographics based on my personal interests. I think that most people have something passionate they can write about. Writing may be difficult to get into at first but it pays large dividends. First it's a way to own your online identity and share your thoughts with the world. Once you start a dialog with other people, your blog can take on a life of it's own.
Again, great post. I have stumbled it for future reference.
12.17.08
I definitely agree that it isn't just about writing. And if you start a blog but you just write, and you don't get out there and get active, none of the other stuff happens. These are definitely relationships that will change your life.
Nisha
12.17.08
@Marsha - I didn't even think about discipline... but you're definitely right. It teaches you to work when there's no specific deadline.
@jackie - Email me when you start your blog. :) After checking out your site, I bet you've got a lot of good content to write about.
@Koka - Thanks for the stumble. I like what you said about "owning your online identity." So true. Google is the new resume.
@Nisha - I'm still mad at you for getting the SXSW ticket. Just kidding. Your post rocked. But you're right... blogging is all about conversation and relationships. If you don't make an effort to interact with others, you're missing over half of the benefit.
Thanks for the comments, everyone!
12.18.08
Though I've never considered blogging to be something which has changed my life, more of a cathartic afterthought, I agree on it opening up a world of people and ideas which when added to other life experiences can be extremely beneficial.
07.02.09
Finally someone who is honest about the blogging experience and didn't fall in love with it immediately. Finding a topic to write on was always a problem for me. Then, I got it into my head that it helps if you're funny and witty. Or inspiring. Which, I haven't figured out yet since I don't really have a style. It especially tickled me that you sucked at it.
I like hearing stories about bloggers who weren't successful at first and struggled, because it gives me hope. I'm struggling now to create the discipline within myself to focus on developing my talents in writing, web design and coding, marketing and all the other little skills you pick up along the way.
Thanks for giving me hope.
08.25.09
I just started blogging this week so it's great to read experiences like yours. Thx!
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