On Thinking Differently: A Revelation of Sorts
Is this thing on?
Testing...1...2...3
So excited to be writing my very first blog post! I hope it doesn't suck!
Hi! I'm Weird, Nice to Meet You!
I am an introvert by nature. I lurk a lot. I enjoy sitting contentedly in shadowy corners of the web (and real life, by the way), being nosy-- reading people's posts / comments without saying much. When I do speak (or type), I inadvertently come across as over-zealous in an attempt to convey that I care without sounding preoccupied or cold.
Although, since I've been here, I've seen right away that you guys do things differently and participation is not only encouraged, but pretty much required to ensure your success. I was nervous at first, but I'm getting more used to it every day I'm here.
See, I was nervous before because I don't really think like other people. I am the dork who misses the obvious joke, who almost never gets sarcasm when it is first presented, and who can almost always be counted on to spout ideas that, to those who fail to look beyond the surface, seem unrelated to the topic at hand.
It makes me feel out of sorts at times.
AHA Moment: Quirkiness Could Come in Handy
It did before anyways. Until I was doing a bit of research around the web and discovered that some of the most successful bloggers and webpreneurs are so popular because of their ability to put a unique take on an ordinary idea when it comes to content creation.
Being completely unique can be detrimental to your online success, but on the flip side of that coin you can't copy your way to work at home freedom either.
A healthy balance of the two is what it takes to help you become successful.
It is in putting unique spins on old ideas that I feel my labyrinthine thinking will eventually come in handy.
Being Yourself
But it's about even more than that. It's about being yourself. It is about accepting yourself for who you are and writing in the voice that most naturally reflects your individual quirkiness.
If you're faking it people are going to notice-- and that's more destructive than just about any other mistake you can make because it severs trust with your readers.
It seems so cliché here, drawn out in words. Most people think they're already real. I myself thought I was, until I realized that in keeping my thoughts locked away, and censoring myself excessively I was being just as fake as those super high octave "Heyyyyy!" introductions you give to people you don't like in public places.
Don't be Sorry and Don't be Scared
Don't be afraid to THINK DIFFERENTLY. Don't be afraid to Be YOURSELF.
If you're a bubbly socialista, be that. If you're a proud nerd/ tech guru type, embody that. If you're a book worm, a NASA astronaut, a conspiracy theorist, a horticulturist, a high class business consultant, or even a personal shopper extraordinaire-- whatever it is, don't be afraid to show it in all it's glory.
BE whoever you are fully. And never apologize for doing so. Sure, not everyone will like it, but if you do it right, you'll still be just popular enough to achieve everything you ever dreamed.
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All I can say is if you can improve on that technique at all you will be a dangerous marketer- people won't know what hit them but they will like being hit.
WOW!, Like so many blogs from so many great writers I really don't know what to say.
I feel any comment I make sounds really trite compared.
I really enjoyed it and was smiling the whole way through.
I think you will do well with whatever you decide. What are you planning on as a niche. What is your passion. I can see you are very passionate, So I say again you will do well
Kymee ; O)
aww thanks wtbee. I finally settled on a lifestyle blog for the woman who makes her career online.
Well as you know there are plenty of us women you will be talking to.
I'll be Waiting for more then...
God bless
Kymee
I enjoyed reading this blog as well. For the woman who thinks herself to be different than the norm, this is for her. For the one who sometimes feel that they don't fit into the same category as others no matter how hard they tried, this is for them too alike. This post is for anyone who ever really doubted themselves because of their differences or any reason at all. It is so that may soar and reach high above all their foes and know that, they too, can dream big and excel in life. This is for everyone who has an ear to hear and an open mind to receive. Keep pushing!
Thanks Shirnette! You are absolutely right in your assertions. I know there are so many people out there who feel different. I wanted them to know they are not alone and that they should embrace it and soar!
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One of the great things about WA is the support that people get who are just a bit off center.
I'm glad you are having a good experience. Yes it is absolutely true that you need a fresh perspective on things. Keep at it and let your light shine. Don't keep it under a basket. It does no good there.
Thanks Labman!