Good thoughts, and as a new dad (well, relatively new anyway) who is starting a business, I hear ya brother. I hear ya.
imagium
· 1 year ago
Nice post Matt.
I'm not a father, but I can relate with branding, partners, and leadership. Thanks for the community links for community man and brogan. I'll check them out.
I'm up for a discussion over a cup of coffee (or tea) soon.
mattsurfs
· 1 year ago
You are welcome. Thanks for the positive feedback Imagium. I'd be happy to grab coffee or tea some time soon. How does next week look?
Jennifer Van Grove
· 1 year ago
How did I make the list? Very flattered to be among community thought leaders like Jake (my mentor) and Chris.
Re: the startup - obviously it goes without saying that everything happens for a reason. At least now you (and me as well) have an eyes wide open perspective when it comes to getting involved with a startup.
mattsurfs
· 1 year ago
You made the 'short list' because you have greatly inspired my understanding of 'community', probably more so than Jake or Chris. In terms of actual influence, I might put you at the top!
sarahcarr84
· 1 year ago
Matt - For some reason this post put tears to my eyes. You are an amazing businessman, friend and web leader in San Diego. You have taught me a lot (a good start to Fatherhood) always listen & never judge. Keep up the great work & the undying passion you have for tech/web. You are not alone.
-Sarah
mattsurfs
· 1 year ago
Aww! Thanks so much. I really appreciate your response!
flash
· 1 year ago
Well said. Keep rocking with the new direction. How about thank YOU for bringing ME to twitter?!?!?!?!
Gio
· 1 year ago
Hi Matt,
I'm new to the social media arena (in terms of being actively aware of it) but I can definitely see that a sense of community is core to helping any business grow. I'm a designer and you'd think nothing good would come out of connecting with other designers (aka business rivals), but I've found that seeking them out results in a mutually beneficial relationship that helps me grow my business and my knowledge.
When you have some spare time I'd love to sit down and listen, as I'm sure you have a lot of other great things I could learn from ya.
Morgan
· 1 year ago
Interesting that I come across this post via one of your recent profile updates on Facebook. The beauty of this thing we call social media.
This year has been extremely challenging and humbling for me as well. All of which I know will make me a better businessman and a stronger person. I am on the entrepreneur path now, attempting what most say is the impossible but I charge on. Stories like yours inspire and fuel the fire. Thank you. Looking forward to lunch next week. Cheers.
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I'm not a father, but I can relate with branding, partners, and leadership. Thanks for the community links for community man and brogan. I'll check them out.
I'm up for a discussion over a cup of coffee (or tea) soon.
Re: the startup - obviously it goes without saying that everything happens for a reason. At least now you (and me as well) have an eyes wide open perspective when it comes to getting involved with a startup.
-Sarah
I'm new to the social media arena (in terms of being actively aware of it) but I can definitely see that a sense of community is core to helping any business grow. I'm a designer and you'd think nothing good would come out of connecting with other designers (aka business rivals), but I've found that seeking them out results in a mutually beneficial relationship that helps me grow my business and my knowledge.
When you have some spare time I'd love to sit down and listen, as I'm sure you have a lot of other great things I could learn from ya.
This year has been extremely challenging and humbling for me as well. All of which I know will make me a better businessman and a stronger person. I am on the entrepreneur path now, attempting what most say is the impossible but I charge on. Stories like yours inspire and fuel the fire. Thank you. Looking forward to lunch next week. Cheers.