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Re: The Leaves Aren’t the Only Things Changing

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Re: The Quest for Awesomeness

Skip Bensley — Tue, 26 Apr 2011 09:40:41 -0000

Christine, I try to be an awesome parent first. I care very little about how I am perceived in the social context. I am a PT Dad of a 14 year old son and a 8 year old daughter. If they think I am awesome that's all that matters. I try and contribute and help others and if I succeed thats a bonus. I think if we worry too much about "crushing it" we lose connection with what is truly important like family and friends. Just saying.

Re: The Quest for Awesomeness

tojosan — Sun, 20 Mar 2011 18:19:34 -0000

You hit the nail on the head for me. I too see so many folks that were new like me a few years ago and now are wiz banging it.

Run into one friend, they have a book deal, another a new startup, yet the following one a great new job with company X.

I'm not bellyaching about the job. I have a good job and it'd be hard to give up. My wife loves me. Our children and grandchildren aren't anxious for me to change up either.

All of that said, there's something to be said for what you did accomplish, and me as well.

Over the last two years since SxSW'09, I've hosted over 2 dozen tweetups of my own. Beyond that, I helped form Social Media Club St. Louis. Helped organize and participate in the first Interactive Festival in St. Louis. I've spoken, taught, and moderated. All the while keeping my day job and my family together.

You've been doing the same and more. People are doing, exploring, and changing because of what you've done. You're loved, appreciated, and respected, and you still have your children and good friends. Oh, and unlike me, you didn't add on 50lbs somewhere in the middle. Ha.

I'll let you in on something as well. Some of those folks we know were driven to success because they had to be. They'd lost jobs, family, friends, or all three. Some it was just years of hard work finally paying off. A few, well they just got lucky.

In all cases, we can cheer for them. Meanwhile, as Seth Godin put it, you and I, we must lean into the Dip.

You are successful in so many ways and there is more to come.

Do.Succeed.Repeat.
Yours,
Todd
@tojosan

Re: The Quest for Awesomeness

Jeffrey Vocell — Sun, 20 Mar 2011 15:14:10 -0000

Christine - Great post, and I really appreciate the transparency into what your thinking.

I think Sandra said it well - you have certainly "made your mark in both NH and MA". If it were not for the various Tweetup events that you had organized I would not have met some of the great people I know today and developed the friendships that I now have.

Don't be too hard on yourself and keep up the great work. Look forward to seeing you again at the next event in the Portsmouth area!

Re: The Quest for Awesomeness

Sandra Rand — Sun, 20 Mar 2011 13:41:15 -0000

Christine -- love your honesty, and feel like you took the words right out of my mouth!

First, let me say that you are for sure bringing it. You enable both newbies and veterans to come together as a community through the many events you organize, and given the schedule and on-going responsibilities you describe above, I don't know how you do it (that commute! UGH!). You have made your mark in both in NH and Boston, and I know you are highly regarded by everyone that has the pleasure of meeting you. The relationships that I personally have gotten out of these gatherings (including getting to know you) are priceless. If you are "slacking", the rest of us have no excuse!

Having said that, the folks you think of that have conquered awesomeness have set the bar high, and it was tough not to feel a little insignificant at times this past week. For me, it's a confidence issue. I struggle with some syndrome that combines "it's been done before" and "what if it's not perfect?". I'm working on overcoming this day by day.

In terms of feeling good about my quest for awesomeness (no matter how I define it or how long it might take me), I actually listed out all of the things I want to accomplish and broke it down into smaller, actionable items. When I cross off the little items, I know that I've taken one more step toward something I can be proud of. Additionally, I'm a full believer in the personal board of directors: http://bit.ly/ieIk3y. Love this concept, and this year I'm working on finding the right combination of folks whose input I couldn't live without.

Next time we run into each other, let's chat about this. I'm so glad you put this out there, and maybe we can help each other reach - or redefine - the awesomeness we strive for!

Re: SXSW in One Word

Christine Major — Sat, 19 Mar 2011 10:04:10 -0000

Thanks Jessica! I can say the same for you too! Great meeting you at SXSW! Perhaps we will meet again next year.

Re: SXSW in One Word

Jessica (Redheadjessica) — Sat, 19 Mar 2011 09:31:24 -0000

Aw! Yay! You rock, Christine!

Re: The Leaves Aren’t the Only Things Changing

David Alston — Thu, 04 Nov 2010 14:24:22 -0000

Woot, woot. That's good to hear. Crazy to say but it might be SXSW before run into me again. Crossing fingers for earlier than that.

Re: The Leaves Aren’t the Only Things Changing

Christine Major — Thu, 04 Nov 2010 11:50:02 -0000

Thanks David! Heck no! I will still be organizing AND attending events to bring us geeks together in the real world. I hope to see YOU soon. I think the last time I saw you was at SXSW! Darn shame.

Re: The Leaves Aren’t the Only Things Changing

Christine Major — Thu, 04 Nov 2010 11:49:06 -0000

Thank you Mikey "T" for trouble ;)

Re: The Leaves Aren’t the Only Things Changing

Christine Major — Thu, 04 Nov 2010 11:48:43 -0000

Thanks Chewy!! Hope you are doing well!

Re: The Leaves Aren’t the Only Things Changing

Scott Farrell — Wed, 03 Nov 2010 22:27:05 -0000

Congratulations, Christine! Glad you got a good gig with a great company.

Smiles,
Scotty F.

Re: The Leaves Aren’t the Only Things Changing

Michaelt Allen — Wed, 03 Nov 2010 22:00:40 -0000

That is a fantastic article. I am proud of you!

Re: The Leaves Aren’t the Only Things Changing

David Alston — Wed, 03 Nov 2010 15:47:16 -0000

Congrats on the new gig Christine. I hope this won't mean we'll see you any less at social media events.

Re: The Leaves Aren’t the Only Things Changing

Christine Major — Tue, 02 Nov 2010 21:59:35 -0000

Thanks Craig! Looking forward to it!

Re: The Leaves Aren’t the Only Things Changing

Craig Huffstetler — Tue, 02 Nov 2010 19:39:04 -0000

Again, happy to have you on board! It'll be amazingly fun, enlightening and eventful.

Re: The Leaves Aren’t the Only Things Changing

Christine Major — Tue, 02 Nov 2010 17:12:07 -0000

Yes!! I have much to update you on!!

Re: The Leaves Aren’t the Only Things Changing

Christine Major — Tue, 02 Nov 2010 17:11:32 -0000

I really think it is!! Hope all is well with you! Haven't seen you in a while.

Re: The Leaves Aren’t the Only Things Changing

Christine Major — Tue, 02 Nov 2010 17:11:07 -0000

Thanks lady!

Re: The Leaves Aren’t the Only Things Changing

Christine Major — Tue, 02 Nov 2010 17:10:53 -0000

Thanks Wayne!! Very excited about it!

Re: The Leaves Aren’t the Only Things Changing

TuukkaBooka — Tue, 02 Nov 2010 17:08:10 -0000

Congratulations! Sounds like a great opportunity. All the best to you!

Re: The Leaves Aren’t the Only Things Changing

Wayne Kurtzman — Tue, 02 Nov 2010 16:19:22 -0000

Congratulations Christine! Sounds like a great fit!

Re: The Leaves Aren’t the Only Things Changing

Leslie — Tue, 02 Nov 2010 15:15:38 -0000

Congratulations :)

Re: The Leaves Aren’t the Only Things Changing

Frank Days — Tue, 02 Nov 2010 14:27:18 -0000

Sounds like a great opportunity for you.

Re: The Leaves Aren’t the Only Things Changing

Selina — Tue, 02 Nov 2010 14:18:32 -0000

Congrats Lady! Looking forward to hearing about your new adventure :)