Welcoming and Looking After New Chums at WA

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With Karate there is a system of grading folks as a measure of accomplishment so one starts training and then as skills increase one is invited to go for a grading which in most styles is an examination, if the student passes they are rewarded with an elevation in grade or rank which is signified by a different colored belt, after some time folks are invited to go for their Black Belt grading. On attaining their black belt the title conferred is “ "Sampai “

The literal translation means " big brother " so in a way the big brother looks out and shows the younger less experienced students the way, it is a process of looking out for students and also drawing out the best in them, it is a learned art form.

It is a family situation like any, how many times do the mothers of the world sing out “ look after your little sister keep her safe”, keep your little brother out of trouble or “you big kids look out for the little ones “ probably a gazillion times a day across the planet it is just the way it is and has been for ever. We all mange to grow up and become grown up's.

It is the way we all learn and how we intrinsically develop ourselves at the same time.

"When folks come to WA it is like stepping into the “ CBD of online central “ in the rush hour, some folks take to it like a duck to water, and just take off and fly. For many, I suspect it is their first taste of total immersion both in the online world and for many the world of online business."

So for many of us, the path is rather shaky, one of the best things the bigger brothers and sisters can do is to remember what those first days were like, that feeling of being overwhelmed that self-doubt and to a degree total confusion.

"The way of WordPress is the way of writing and producing content."

Easy said if you are a writer many are not.


So in those early days, is it that important if somebody makes mistakes because they don’t get the energy flow here at WA.


Give folks some space to find their feet, become like the big brother or big sister and lead the way, sometimes grace is the way to grow yourself and your business.

Sometimes all folks need is a little direction and guidance, not to be crushed.

We have this saying in the parts that I come from " the new chums don’t know the ropes so the best thing to do is show them the way to go".

"You never know they may be the one that gives you that million dollar opportunity down the road."

So try not to make assumptions or jump to conclusions about new folks.

Welcome them to this wonderful community, give them some space to grow into the Wealthy Affiliate way of paying things forward.

Follow or be followed, if they write a post or ask a question, comment even if only once to help them get a little bit of momentum and self confidence.


.Just a couple of thoughts.

Alex

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Excellent post. I was aware of the Unanswered tab but have forgotten about it. Thanks for the reminder.

Hi, Gary, you are most welcome, there is so much to the platform and so many things happening.

Always following new members to help.

Randy

Awesome Randy it is a real team environment.

Alex - I've been hanging around the Unanswered tab recently, just to see if I could help anyone out.

There were a few opportunities to do so with some low hanging fruit questions.

It felt good to help out. I think it also affirms that I'm feeling more comfortable here to venture out and help others.

Patrick

Hi, Patrick, i think you have expressed things so well. the truth be known we all probably know more than we give ourselves credit for. Thank you for sharing your thoughts.

By all means, Patrick, venture out!

Thanks for another great post. I wasn't aware of the [Unanswered] tab. Will check it out.

Hi, Nancy, there is so much to WA I seem to learn new things all the time as well, thank you for dropping by.

Yes so true Alex, and I think it goes for many aspects of life, we all need a good role model in life or an anchor to hold on to and a strong hand to lead.........if the student is open to learning and to endeavour on the journey to success, the result will no doubt be awe-inspiring!
Thanks for sharing and take care.

Johan.

Hi, Johan, the parallel that you have drawn is so true, thank you for sharing your thoughts much appreciated.

Most definitely wise counsel! When you feel unsure and a bit wobbly, often all you need is just a hand to hold for a while to steady you before you feel able to fly! Many thanks Alex, Sue :)

So true Sue, sometimes all folks need is the reassurance that what they are doing is the right thing to do at that point in time, thank you for dropping by and sharing your thoughts.

Alex, this is very well stated. Often times people come onto sites such as this and I overwhelmed by the information. And sometimes that paralyzes down to the point where they don't do anything. Or in other cases get frustrated and leave. Being that big brother, big sister is key in this business. We all are trying to learn, grow, develop and live a lifestyle we desire and leave a legacy for our children. I think the biggest thing that we as wealthy affiliate members can do is help one another find our true purpose and live out our destiny.

Hi Christopher, that is so well said, we are living in a time where our actions today can create so much going forward, it is all about creating that legacy not only for today's children but also their children it is kind of like we need to develop a new culture moving forward one that will change that current stream of thinking. the internet has opened so many doors. I really like your closing statement it is all about helping one another to find their purpose and provide the energy that will help them to live out their destinies., that is so special thank you for sharing your thoughts and insights.

WHEW!!! That last sentence is profound, Christopher! The reality is that there's no such thing as a self-made man or woman. even if they didn't go through formal training, if they read a book, they received help from someone else.

I've received help that's beyond my understanding since being on this platform. It would be criminal for me NOT to extend a helping hand to others.

Thanks for bringing this to my attention, Alex. I'm fairly new but I believe I've learned enough to assist.

Randy

Hi Randy, the good thing about WA is that we are continuously picking up information by the default of just being here and engaging we may not know as much as some of the top folks here but having said that we will all surprise ourselves by the level of our knowledge which is more than most folks that are endeavouring to create an online presence unaided jump in.

Thanks for sharing Alex. I visit the "unanswered" section once a day and try and answer 5 questions.

So cool Rika, it is all about creating that atmosphere of sharing, thank you for dropping by.

It's a good practice to view the Unanswered & offer assistance.

So true Mark we can all learn so much from doing that, thank you for dropping by.

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