My first business nowadays is kicking back, enjoying life, and getting out of bed when *I* feel like it. My second business is trying to organize and schedule all the things I want to do that I never had time for when I had a job.
I'm in the business of writing about and collecting data about YouTube. I believe I have the largest store of historical data about YouTube, outside of TubeMogul and YouTube itself. Let's write a book on the history of YouTube!
Yes, Peter, as you say, things may have always been this way. Yet the game has changed and effective communication is now, IMO, a much more significant aspect of success than ever, not just for the shop owner, like yourself, but anyone. Good to hear from you. Hope you're well!
"... marketing as an intellectual discipline" ... sorry, I just had to pause and laugh at that one... Just my own prejudice from people I've known in the ad game.
But other than that, great vlog, and quite valid and true points.
But... don't go dissing technicians and mechanics - They're also in two businesses (at least) if they're successful.
No, I meant technician/mechanic not as a noun but as an adjective, as in, doing the work simply using technical skills but not the "non-technical" communication skills I'm talking about here.
i guess you're right. but i oftentimes find myself in situations where the other party (that i'm often 'forced' to work with) deliberately lets me do all the comm. work, and it's frustrating. and confrontation (implicit/explicit; subtle/direct) usually does not help. any thoughts on that? ;)
All that does is put you in the leadership role which, in the long run, will definitely benefit your career. Don't worry about the others, just keep getting better at communicating. Thanks.
I think we all learn this lesson via bumps and bruises. In this vid I'm trying to help others see the need before those bruises get too painful! Thanks.
great video, yet again...
marshvernet 2 years ago
mikma was here
mikma 2 years ago
My first business nowadays is kicking back, enjoying life, and getting out of bed when *I* feel like it. My second business is trying to organize and schedule all the things I want to do that I never had time for when I had a job.
Being retired is a bitch. LOL
anmoose 2 years ago
Thoughtful video as always, T.
Gimmeabreakman 2 years ago
Meaningful comment right here.
HisRoyalDudeliness 2 years ago
Good points, Tom, and I agree with them!
I'm in the business of writing about and collecting data about YouTube. I believe I have the largest store of historical data about YouTube, outside of TubeMogul and YouTube itself. Let's write a book on the history of YouTube!
KennyWrites 2 years ago
Hey, Kenny! Great to hear from you. Would love to hear more about your book idea. Stay in touch.
tlg847 2 years ago
Yes, Peter, as you say, things may have always been this way. Yet the game has changed and effective communication is now, IMO, a much more significant aspect of success than ever, not just for the shop owner, like yourself, but anyone. Good to hear from you. Hope you're well!
tlg847 2 years ago
I'm in the business of kicking ass, and business is good.
HisRoyalDudeliness 2 years ago
lol, and I'm sure your communication skills are up to snuff as well!
tlg847 2 years ago
Very thought provoking. Thank you.
PiFan7 2 years ago
Appreciate that. Thanks.
tlg847 2 years ago
"... marketing as an intellectual discipline" ... sorry, I just had to pause and laugh at that one... Just my own prejudice from people I've known in the ad game.
But other than that, great vlog, and quite valid and true points.
But... don't go dissing technicians and mechanics - They're also in two businesses (at least) if they're successful.
kenrg 2 years ago
lol, yes, marketing is such a discipline!
No, I meant technician/mechanic not as a noun but as an adjective, as in, doing the work simply using technical skills but not the "non-technical" communication skills I'm talking about here.
Thanks, Ken!
tlg847 2 years ago
i guess you're right. but i oftentimes find myself in situations where the other party (that i'm often 'forced' to work with) deliberately lets me do all the comm. work, and it's frustrating. and confrontation (implicit/explicit; subtle/direct) usually does not help. any thoughts on that? ;)
mabbink 2 years ago
All that does is put you in the leadership role which, in the long run, will definitely benefit your career. Don't worry about the others, just keep getting better at communicating. Thanks.
tlg847 2 years ago
I agree, communication is key in all endeavors.
P00P0STER0US 2 years ago
Very true...I learnt this after many years and embarrasing situations...and getting upset with people...not anymore.
gerry2345 2 years ago
No doubt about it, learning this lesson is a big step. Thanks.
tlg847 2 years ago
where can one get a shirt like that
l3igballer23 2 years ago
Not sure. Got mine in 2005.
tlg847 2 years ago
wow. why do i feel like i shoulda paid for that? its true, i am good at my job and i am sure a good deal of that is comm.
achampag 2 years ago
That's my goal here: give people something valuable for free! Glad you felt that way.
tlg847 2 years ago
This is so true. I learned the hard way.
BGenerous 2 years ago
I think we all learn this lesson via bumps and bruises. In this vid I'm trying to help others see the need before those bruises get too painful! Thanks.
tlg847 2 years ago
lol long story short? i am a babysitter.
achampag 2 years ago
And that entails effective communication because ____. I know there's an answer there, having hired babysitters in my life! Thanks!
tlg847 2 years ago
First!
MattyGkid 2 years ago