My Journey Thus Far
I wanted to share with you my current progress within the WA system.
I've been a member now about two weeks- a premium member for a week. I've just completed level 2 of the training and am looking forward to the next step. So far, I've followed the tutorials step by step to create my own website (mygeocachingstory.com) and have a lot of pride in what I've created. The network here has been extremely valuable thus far.
When setting up the concept for the site, I sought input from the community and they offered a comment that spun my website in a totally different direction. I was lucky enough to find one person who was knowledgeable about my rather obscure niche. His one comment was all I needed to jump start the site and make it something unique.
As I've gone through the process, I've learned a lot and have something to share with new(er) members. It can be a bit overwhelming when you're following the tutorials and posting for feedback. I found that often times the feedback you get is sometimes at a 'higher level' than where you are in the training. Comments about affiliate links and more advanced comments, when you're expecting comments on your first menu headings, for example.
I've learned that these feedback threads are used by all members at every level, and they don't always know what stage of the process you are. That's ok! If they offer feedback on something that hasn't been covered yet, write it down. Come back to it later. Don't feel the need to branch off and research a concept that hasn't been presented yet to you in Kyle's videos. Keep along the path and you'll find use for that feedback in due time.
Also, expect comments on your live website from WA members. This is part of the more advanced training and is helpful to you. You'll find feedback there as well as the feedback threads.
All in all, there's a lot to learn and I'm excited to be learning it. I'm positive my site will be a success and I've got WA to thank for it. If you're contemplating upgrading to Premium, do so. It's a worthy investment.
Recent Comments
1
Hi John, a lot of sound advice in this post, great job. Like you say it is essential to say focused at all times, it is so easy to get sidetracked as WA is such a busy place to be. All advice is given in the right spirit and should be taken on board but not necessarily acted upon as you rightly say. Sounds like you have had a very productive first 2 weeks, long may it continue. Good luck and future success.Gordon